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The economic forces behind Canada’s ongoing political drama
Falling productivity, immigration and a high cost of living all set the stage for Canada's general election this year.
Tariffs could 'wipe out' our economic growth, warns Bank of Canada governor
Tariffs could weaken the country's economy in the next two years, says Bank of Canada (BoC) governor Tiff Macklem.
USD/CAD forecast: levels to watch ahead of Trump Canada tariffs
The USD/CAD exchange rate remained under pressure on Tuesday as investors focused on the upcoming tariffs between the United ...
Trump to reinstate tariffs on Canada and Mexico, sparking economic concerns
President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports will take effect next month, ending a ...
How Canada Got Hooked on the U.S. Economy
When Mulroney and Reagan signed the deal, 75% of Canadian exports went south of the border. It is now 80%. That is not a huge ...
Canada, Mexico to step up fentanyl, border talks this week to avoid Trump's tariffs
Canada and Mexico are expected to intensify efforts this week to avoid punishing 25% tariffs on their exports to the U.S. in ...
Candidates to replace Canada's Trudeau focus on Trump
The leading candidates vying to replace Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spent considerable time during a televised ...
Bank of Canada Gov. Macklem Warns of ‘Severe’ Fallout From Trade Row With U.S.
The central bank head says the next rate decision on March 12 depends on “facts on the ground” as Trump’s tariff threat ...
Canada’s productivity strategy needs to centre workers
Canada’s current approach to productivity is incomplete. While business incentives play a role, productivity growth cannot be ...
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‘No economic bounceback’: Bank of Canada governor says trade war could hurt the economy more than pandemic
Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says a trade conflict with the U.S. could do more damage to the economy than the pandemic. Ana Pereira is a business reporter for the Star, based in Toronto.