Economic Outlook
Positive economic outlook drives Regina tech startups
By Allison Bamford Digital Broadcast Journalist
Local business leaders are optimistic about economic growth in 2019, according to a new report from Economic Development Regina. Continue reading
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Concerns grow over low Alberta business confidence
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
As 2018 wraps up, the province is touting a strong recovery, but not everyone is believing the mixed messages about an economic rebound. Continue reading
Ontario’s fiscal watchdog says provincial deficit to rise to $12.3B this fiscal year
In his fall economic and budget outlook, Weltman says that without further policy changes, the deficit is expected to exceed $16 billion by 2022-23. Continue reading
Edmonton economy will feel hit of oil production cuts, chief economist says
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
John Rose spoke at the Economics Society of Northern Alberta conference on Thursday morning and provided a snapshot of the local economy. Continue reading
Alberta farming, tourism offer bright lights as dark economic clouds loom: economist
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
Agriculture and tourism are bright spots for Alberta’s economy this summer, according to economist Todd Hirsch. But he warns there could be trouble on the horizon if uncertainty around pipelines, the NAFTA deal and international trade continues. Continue reading
Ontario deficit will jump to almost $12 billion in 2018: FAO
The findings come in the FAO’s Spring 2018 Economic Outlook, released just a week before a provincial election campaign kicks off. Continue reading
From the strongest to weakest, economic outlooks differ widely in Saskatchewan
By David Baxter Reporter
Three different economic outlooks paint a broad picture for Saskatchewan’s economy, framing it as the strongest out of the provinces to the weakest. Continue reading
Focus on growth, stop dwelling on recession mentality: Alberta economist
Albertans should look to the future rather than focus on the past recession, ATB Financial chief economist Todd Hirsch said on Global News Morning Calgary on Thursday. Continue reading
Report suggests Calgary and Edmonton leading economic growth
A new report suggests Calgary is leading the country in economic growth in 2017, with Edmonton right behind. Continue reading
Economic tide turning for Calgary and Edmonton: Conference Board of Canada
The Conference Board of Canada’s spring outlook projects economic growth of 2.3 per cent in Calgary and 2.4 per cent in Edmonton for 2017. Continue reading