June Job Gains Offer Relief … For Now
In June, employment in Canada rose by 83,000 jobs (0.4 per cent). The labour force participation rate held steady at 65.4 per cent,…
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Trade Deficit Narrows to $5.9 Billion in May
Insights Exports saw a slight rebound in May, despite tariff headwinds. Following a record-low national trade balance in April—coinciding with…
Renewed Confidence Amid Receding Trade Risks
The Index of Consumer Confidence rose 4.6 points in June to 57.5 (2014 = 100). The survey dates were June 13 to…
Economy Slightly Contracts in April
Real gross domestic product (GDP) was down 0.1 per cent month-over-month in April following an increase of 0.2 per cent in March….
Minimal Employment Gains and Higher Unemployment in May
In May, employment in Canada was virtually unchanged, rising by just 8,800 jobs. The labour force participation rate held steady…
Trade Balance Slumps to an All-time Low
Canada’s merchandise exports fell by 10.8 per cent (month-over-month) in April. Meanwhile, imports were down 3.5 per cent. As a result, Canada’s…
Rates Unchanged as Bank Treads Carefully
The Bank of Canada holds rates. Insights Stronger than expected growth gives the Bank of Canada some breathing room. The…
Higher Education Trend Report: Student Outcomes
Key insights Post-secondary education plays a key role in the Canadian workforce Pursuing more education after graduation is a common…
Canadian Economy Showing Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty
Real gross domestic product (GDP) was up 0.1 per cent month-over-month in March following a 0.2 per cent contraction in February. For…
Confidence Improves Again Amid Signs of Easing Uncertainty
The Index of Consumer Confidence rose 4.5 points in May to 52.9 (2014 = 100). The survey dates are from May 10…