Economic Indicators

Statistics Canada reports merchandise trade deficit $1.3B in December

The result compared with a revised deficit of $2.6B for November

By The Canadian Press |February 19, 2026

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Canada avoided recession in 2025, but risk remains

U.S. trade relationship biggest threat to economy in 2026: BMO

By James Langton |February 18, 2026

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CIBC warns overstated housing starts mask economic weakness in Canada

New report calls on all levels of government to work harder to cut the cost of buying a home

By Craig Lord, The Canadian Press |February 18, 2026

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January home sales fell as southern Ontario was hit by huge winter storm: CREA

The national average sale price in January was $652,941, down 2.6% on an annual basis

By Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press |February 18, 2026

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