Economy

Ontario’s economy poised for stronger growth

Ontario's real GDP is forecast to expand by 2.6% in 2015 and 2.3% in 2016, according to The Conference Board of Canada's Provincial Outlook: Spring 2015.

By Staff |May 28, 2015

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Global banks rejecting new risk assessment models

Major banks are lobbying against new risk-calculation models that are being developed by global policy makers.

By Staff |May 25, 2015

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Alberta’s tax plan won’t be enough to balance the budget

Alberta NDP Premier Rachel Notley’s tax plan, which would make new personal tax brackets and raise corporate rates, won’t be enough to balance the budget.

By Staff |May 20, 2015

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Canadians increasingly optimistic about financial goals

Canadian investors are more optimistic about reaching their financial goals (85%) than last year (81%), even though 45% are concerned about the global economy, finds a survey by Franklin Templeton.

By Staff |May 20, 2015

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