Real GDP was flat in July, STC reported today. One way to cut through the volatility in month-to-month real GDP growth rates is to focus on the 6-month % change expressed at annual rates. On that basis the economy has been performing quite well in recent months. #cdnecon
September 29, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Real GDP was flat in July, STC reported today. One way to cut through the volatility in month-to-month real GDP growth rates is to focus on the 6-month % change expressed at annual rates. On that basis the economy has been performing quite well in recent months. #cdnecon
Trump's 'no urgency' stance on Canada trade deal is part of the negotiation strategy ... youtu.be/AxeJSO0AxX0?... via @YouTube #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Trump's 'no urgency' stance on Canada trade deal is part of the negotiation strategy, Mulcair says
YouTube video by CTV News
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September 28, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Trump's 'no urgency' stance on Canada trade deal is part of the negotiation strategy ... youtu.be/AxeJSO0AxX0?... via @YouTube #cdnpoli #cdnecon
That’s close to DOUBLE the price Americans pay for diesel.
TWICE as much.
Things are so NOT great for folks – especially, not truckers.
The cost of living is poised to spiral totally out of control, exponentially, too.
Isn’t it, @mark-carney.bsky.social?
#AbPoli #CdnEcon
#CanPoli #CdnPoli
TWICE as much.
Things are so NOT great for folks – especially, not truckers.
The cost of living is poised to spiral totally out of control, exponentially, too.
Isn’t it, @mark-carney.bsky.social?
#AbPoli #CdnEcon
#CanPoli #CdnPoli
September 26, 2026 at 9:56 PM
That’s close to DOUBLE the price Americans pay for diesel.
TWICE as much.
Things are so NOT great for folks – especially, not truckers.
The cost of living is poised to spiral totally out of control, exponentially, too.
Isn’t it, @mark-carney.bsky.social?
#AbPoli #CdnEcon
#CanPoli #CdnPoli
TWICE as much.
Things are so NOT great for folks – especially, not truckers.
The cost of living is poised to spiral totally out of control, exponentially, too.
Isn’t it, @mark-carney.bsky.social?
#AbPoli #CdnEcon
#CanPoli #CdnPoli
"From Britain to Australia, competition authorities have found that after privatization, fees have risen for airlines, which pass them along to travelers." www.thestar.com/business/opi... via @thestar.com #cdnpoli #cdnecon
David Olive: Mark Carney says privatizing Canada’s busiest airports will lower costs for consumers. Evidence shows the opposite
Ottawa’s plan to sell operations of Canada’s four busiest airports aims to raise billions, but some warn the privatization will ultimately make flying more expensive, writes David Olive.
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September 26, 2026 at 3:33 PM
"From Britain to Australia, competition authorities have found that after privatization, fees have risen for airlines, which pass them along to travelers." www.thestar.com/business/opi... via @thestar.com #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Listen on Apple, Spotify and YouTube from here lnk.to/MBPIBriefing...
#cdnpoli #canlab #pensions #cdnecon
#cdnpoli #canlab #pensions #cdnecon
MBP Intelligence Briefing Podcast
The MBP Intelligence Briefing gets past the headlines into the policy shaping Canada: the legislation, the budgets, the regulatory decisions, and the politics driving them. Completely free and complet...
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September 26, 2026 at 12:29 PM
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#cdnpoli #canlab #pensions #cdnecon
#cdnpoli #canlab #pensions #cdnecon
The chart here shows Government of Canada revenue, expenditure and debt accumulations as % of GDP, 1990 Q1 to 2026 Q2. Since 2024 Q1, expenditure has been flat while revenue has declined. #cdnecon
September 25, 2026 at 5:03 PM
The chart here shows Government of Canada revenue, expenditure and debt accumulations as % of GDP, 1990 Q1 to 2026 Q2. Since 2024 Q1, expenditure has been flat while revenue has declined. #cdnecon
📌 On October 1, Senior Deputy Governor Rogers will deliver a speech before the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce and CFA Society Victoria.
More details: https://bit.ly/4hsqO8M
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4hsqO8M
#cdnecon #economy
September 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
📌 On October 1, Senior Deputy Governor Rogers will deliver a speech before the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce and CFA Society Victoria.
More details: https://bit.ly/4hsqO8M
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4hsqO8M
#cdnecon #economy
The first seven months of LFS and SEPH data this year show that the reconciled differences in the 12-month % changes between the two surveys have returned to the relatively small range seen in the pre-pandemic period after having widened considerably between 2020 and 2025. #cdnecon
September 24, 2026 at 5:43 PM
The first seven months of LFS and SEPH data this year show that the reconciled differences in the 12-month % changes between the two surveys have returned to the relatively small range seen in the pre-pandemic period after having widened considerably between 2020 and 2025. #cdnecon
What you need to know about the Productivity Mega Deduction, the latest measure purportedly designed to induce an investment boom. By @marclee.bsky.social #cdnpoli #cdnecon @policyalternatives.ca
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The Canadian government's new “mega” corporate tax cut | CCPA
What you need to know about the Productivity Mega Deduction, the latest measure purportedly designed to induce an investment boom.
www.policyalternatives.ca
September 24, 2026 at 2:45 PM
What you need to know about the Productivity Mega Deduction, the latest measure purportedly designed to induce an investment boom. By @marclee.bsky.social #cdnpoli #cdnecon @policyalternatives.ca
www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
CUPE will defy Bill C-39’s unconstitutional limits on the right to strike if passed
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September 24, 2026 at 2:15 PM
SEPH employment, updated to July 2026 by STC today, continues its rising trend, up 0.1% in the month and 0.9% vs. July 2025. Non-O&G mining has been a major contributor, up 4.9% YoY although down -0.5% in July. #cdnecon
September 24, 2026 at 1:29 PM
SEPH employment, updated to July 2026 by STC today, continues its rising trend, up 0.1% in the month and 0.9% vs. July 2025. Non-O&G mining has been a major contributor, up 4.9% YoY although down -0.5% in July. #cdnecon
Avi Lewis asks bankers on Bay Street if it’s time for a wealth tax .. "A wealth tax on the 1 % could generate $40 BILLION per year" .. youtu.be/KfNEsh9Hx6s?... via @YouTube #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Avi Lewis asks bankers on Bay Street if it’s time for a wealth tax
YouTube video by Avi Lewis
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September 24, 2026 at 7:44 AM
Avi Lewis asks bankers on Bay Street if it’s time for a wealth tax .. "A wealth tax on the 1 % could generate $40 BILLION per year" .. youtu.be/KfNEsh9Hx6s?... via @YouTube #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Quarterly population growth rates continue to be at historically low levels (the peak COVID quarters excepted) as NPR levels are gradually brought back down to earth. #cdnecon
September 23, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Quarterly population growth rates continue to be at historically low levels (the peak COVID quarters excepted) as NPR levels are gradually brought back down to earth. #cdnecon
Canada's population increased by 42,844 people (0.2%) in the 2nd quarter, StatCan reported today, with decreasing non-permanent residents continuing to be a drag on growth. #cdnecon
September 23, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Canada's population increased by 42,844 people (0.2%) in the 2nd quarter, StatCan reported today, with decreasing non-permanent residents continuing to be a drag on growth. #cdnecon
“Are you too good to come talk to our chiefs?” The AFN national chief says she’s stopped inviting the Major Projects Office (MPO) CEO Dawn Farrell after previous requests went unanswered #cdnpoli #cdnecon www.ipolitics.ca/2026/09/22/r...
Major Projects Office 'doesn’t know what they are doing' on First Nations, says national chief
"Are you too good to come talk to our chiefs?" The AFN national chief says she's stopped inviting the Major Projects Office CEO Dawn Farrell after previous requests went unanswered.
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September 22, 2026 at 9:03 PM
“Are you too good to come talk to our chiefs?” The AFN national chief says she’s stopped inviting the Major Projects Office (MPO) CEO Dawn Farrell after previous requests went unanswered #cdnpoli #cdnecon www.ipolitics.ca/2026/09/22/r...
"Unifor and the Canadian Labour Congress both strongly oppose airport privatization, saying it would raise costs for passengers, worsen working conditions for airport workers, and result in less public revenue" .. rabble.ca/politics/can... via @rabble.ca #cdnpoli #cdnecon
The protesters uniting against Carney’s investment summit
Up for sale were at Carney's investment summit were opportunities in Canada's largest airports, pipelines, transport networks and more.
rabble.ca
September 21, 2026 at 10:36 PM
"Unifor and the Canadian Labour Congress both strongly oppose airport privatization, saying it would raise costs for passengers, worsen working conditions for airport workers, and result in less public revenue" .. rabble.ca/politics/can... via @rabble.ca #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to The Chronicle Herald.
More details: https://bit.ly/4iFZYwn
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4iFZYwn
#cdnecon #economy
Bank of Canada Media Interview – The Chronicle Herald
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to The Chronicle Herald.
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September 21, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to The Chronicle Herald.
More details: https://bit.ly/4iFZYwn
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4iFZYwn
#cdnecon #economy
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to Market News.
More information: https://bit.ly/4hCjAjQ
#cdnecon #economy
More information: https://bit.ly/4hCjAjQ
#cdnecon #economy
Bank of Canada Media Interview – Market News International
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to Market News.
bit.ly
September 21, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, gave an interview to Market News.
More information: https://bit.ly/4hCjAjQ
#cdnecon #economy
More information: https://bit.ly/4hCjAjQ
#cdnecon #economy
WATCH: Governor Macklem answers questions from journalists following his speech before the Halifax Partnership.
https://bit.ly/4hj8sqG
#cdnecon #economy
https://bit.ly/4hj8sqG
#cdnecon #economy
September 21, 2026 at 4:15 PM
WATCH: Governor Macklem answers questions from journalists following his speech before the Halifax Partnership.
https://bit.ly/4hj8sqG
#cdnecon #economy
https://bit.ly/4hj8sqG
#cdnecon #economy
🔴 Tune in LIVE to catch Governor Macklem’s speech before the Halifax Partnership.
https://bit.ly/46BPoz6
#cdnecon #economy
https://bit.ly/46BPoz6
#cdnecon #economy
September 21, 2026 at 3:05 PM
🔴 Tune in LIVE to catch Governor Macklem’s speech before the Halifax Partnership.
https://bit.ly/46BPoz6
#cdnecon #economy
https://bit.ly/46BPoz6
#cdnecon #economy
Carney’s investment summit: “A right-wing corporate agenda wrapped in a maple leaf flag" .. Mark Carney’s investment summit advanced a right-wing corporate agenda—from airport privatization to tax breaks to environmental deregulation .. youtu.be/HBJHYHDFPRM?... #cdnpoli #cdnecon
Carney’s investment summit: “A right-wing corporate agenda wrapped in a maple leaf flag”
YouTube video by The Breach
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September 21, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Carney’s investment summit: “A right-wing corporate agenda wrapped in a maple leaf flag" .. Mark Carney’s investment summit advanced a right-wing corporate agenda—from airport privatization to tax breaks to environmental deregulation .. youtu.be/HBJHYHDFPRM?... #cdnpoli #cdnecon
How can Richmond step up for Canada?
Practical ways #Richmondbc can support Canadian businesses, protect local jobs, strengthen supply chains & open new trade opportunities.
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#BuyCanadian #CanadaStrong #CdnEcon #RmdBusiness #Dickey4Council #RiteRichmond
Practical ways #Richmondbc can support Canadian businesses, protect local jobs, strengthen supply chains & open new trade opportunities.
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#BuyCanadian #CanadaStrong #CdnEcon #RmdBusiness #Dickey4Council #RiteRichmond
September 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM
How can Richmond step up for Canada?
Practical ways #Richmondbc can support Canadian businesses, protect local jobs, strengthen supply chains & open new trade opportunities.
dickey4council.substack.com/p/richmond-s...
#BuyCanadian #CanadaStrong #CdnEcon #RmdBusiness #Dickey4Council #RiteRichmond
Practical ways #Richmondbc can support Canadian businesses, protect local jobs, strengthen supply chains & open new trade opportunities.
dickey4council.substack.com/p/richmond-s...
#BuyCanadian #CanadaStrong #CdnEcon #RmdBusiness #Dickey4Council #RiteRichmond
📌 On September 21, Governor Macklem will deliver a speech before the Halifax Partnership.
More details: https://bit.ly/4xtx2es
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4xtx2es
#cdnecon #economy
September 17, 2026 at 7:35 PM
📌 On September 21, Governor Macklem will deliver a speech before the Halifax Partnership.
More details: https://bit.ly/4xtx2es
#cdnecon #economy
More details: https://bit.ly/4xtx2es
#cdnecon #economy
There is considerable variation in the gap between the unemployment rate and the EI insurance rate across provinces. It's currently around 5% in ON, AB and BC, 3-4% in NS, QC, MB and SK and close to zero in NL, PE and NB. This relates to the 'economic region' criterion in the EI program. #cdnecon
September 17, 2026 at 6:49 PM
There is considerable variation in the gap between the unemployment rate and the EI insurance rate across provinces. It's currently around 5% in ON, AB and BC, 3-4% in NS, QC, MB and SK and close to zero in NL, PE and NB. This relates to the 'economic region' criterion in the EI program. #cdnecon