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Canada Retail Sales Fell 0.7% in July 2026—but Alberta Sales Rose 1.4%
Canadian retail sales fell 0.7% to $73.7 billion in July 2026, with sales declining in eight of nine subsectors. Alberta moved the other way, recording the largest provincial increase at 1.4%, while an early estimate suggests national sales rebounded in August.
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Canada’s Population Reaches 41.8 Million in 2026 as Growth Slows—Alberta Still Leads the Provinces
Canada’s population reached 41.8 million on July 1, 2026, but annual growth slowed to 0.5% as the number of non-permanent residents declined. Alberta remained the fastest-growing province at 1.5% and passed 5.1 million residents.
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Canada’s Productivity Mega Deduction Explained: What the September 2026 Tax Proposal Could Change for Business Investment
Canada has proposed a permanent Productivity Mega Deduction that would allow businesses to immediately expense a much wider range of depreciable capital investments. The measure is aimed at new investment acquired from September 15, 2026, but important exclusions and legislative details still matter.
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U.S. Treasury Issuance & Canada in 2026: CAD, Bond Yields and the TSX
U.S. Treasury borrowing can influence global bond markets, but the effect on Canada is not automatic. Here is how U.S. debt issuance, Canadian bond yields, the CAD/USD exchange rate and the TSX are connected in 2026.
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Bank of Canada Interest Rate Outlook 2026: What the 2.25% Rate Means for Mortgages
The Bank of Canada is holding its policy rate at 2.25%. Here is what the latest inflation, economic growth and trade risks mean for variable and fixed mortgage rates in 2026.
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Canada Economic Outlook 2026–2027: Jobs, Inflation, Housing & Newcomer Costs
Canada’s economy in 2026 presents a mixed picture for newcomers and international students. Review current unemployment, inflation, interest rates, housing costs and immigration changes before planning work, study or relocation.
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Canada–U.S. Trade Friction in 2026: Tariffs, CUSMA, G7 & Critical Minerals
Canada’s trade relationship with the United States changed sharply in 2026. Here is how new tariffs, the CUSMA review, G7 critical-mineral partnerships and growing non-U.S. exports are reshaping the Canadian economy.
