AI on the Horizon: May 10, 2024 Update
In this update we explore Canada’s recent AI announcements, new AI roles, and an exciting high-potential AI use case.
National Nursing Week
COVID-19 showcased the commitment nurses work every day and their role in the community. In this report, hear from nurse educators in Canada on how the move to virtual learning following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic affected experiential learning in nursing programs.
Reacting to the 2024 Federal Budget
The April 2024 federal budget is like game seven of a Stanley Cup playoff run for economists. It’s a critical time when decisions on spending and taxation are made that can help or hinder our economic direction. In this special episode we call on various members of The Conference Board of Canada’s economic forecasting unit to help make sense of the key announcements in the budget.
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April Showers Didn’t Dampen the Labour Market
Canadian Economics May 10, 2024
In a weaker business environment, hiring across the economy has slowed. April was an exception to generally softer labour demand, but the fundamentals so far in 2024 remain on the weaker side. Rising labour supply and falling demand is reducing tightness in the labour market. Lower competition for workers is gradually weighing on wage growth, which we expect to decelerate further over the coming months.
Quick take • 3-min read
Jake Lenarduzzi, Liam Daly
Trade Balance Swings to Deficit
Canadian Economics May 2, 2024
Canada’s merchandise trade balance swings back into deficit in March as weaker export performance erases the gains made in February. Total imports also fell, reflecting weakened demand conditions domestically.
Quick take • 3-min read
Ted Mallett
AI on the Horizon: April 30, 2024 Update
Innovation & Technology April 30, 2024
This short update delves into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, highlighting LLM advances and regulatory changes. We also explore significant AI advanced and the debate about AI’s impact on labour.
Quick take • 3-min read
Dan Carpenter
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