According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, total residential transactions fell by nearly 2 per cent last year, reflecting a slowdown driven largely by trade-related uncertainty and affordability pressures earlier in the year. CREA reported that approximately 470,314 homes changed hands in 2025, down from the previous year. The association…

As global trade tensions reshape supply chains, Canada is seeing a surge in imports that would traditionally have been sold into the United States, while Canadian exporters face growing challenges south of the border. According to new figures from Statistics Canada, exports to the U.S. made up just over 67…

The central bank believes this rate is well-positioned to guide the economy through its current transition while helping inflation stay close to its two per cent goal. Despite the steady rate, officials still acknowledge that uncertainty is high. Ongoing trade tensions with the United States remain a major concern, especially…

A substantial rise in defence-related expenditure was the primary contributor to the stronger result. Government investment in weapons systems surged sharply during the quarter, aligning with Ottawa’s long-term commitment to increase defence spending as part of broader NATO obligations. This boost provided an immediate lift to GDP, complemented by stronger…

The slowdown was widely expected by financial analysts, and much of the relief came from cheaper fuel. Petrol prices dropped sharply compared with the same time last year, helping pull the overall inflation rate lower. But while the headline figure looks encouraging, the broader picture is more complicated. When petrol…

According to IG Wealth Management’s latest Financial Confidence Index, personal financial confidence has risen above its long-term average for the first time since 2021. The findings highlight a growing divide between how Canadians view their individual finances and how they perceive the economy as a whole. Inflation, high interest rates,…

The change is intended to improve fiscal transparency and modernize timelines. However, it also threatens to create serious logistical and compliance challenges for practitioners and businesses alike. Traditionally, the federal budget has been tabled between February and April, giving taxpayers and advisers ample time to digest proposed tax changes before…

The seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts climbed to 279,234 units, significantly exceeding economists’ expectations of around 255,000. The sharp rise was largely driven by new builds in Ontario, Quebec, and the Prairie provinces, reflecting renewed momentum in major urban centres despite ongoing challenges in the broader housing sector.…

This is according to executives at one of the nation’s largest supermarket chains, Metro Inc. Metro reported that while demand for Canadian-made goods continues to outpace imports, the growth rate has eased compared to earlier in the year. The surge in local purchasing was initially driven by trade tensions with…

This 10-point increase from the previous 25 per cent rate came into effect early this morning following a new executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump. While this move may sound like a major blow to Canada’s export economy, the real-world impact may be considerably less severe than the headline…