Achieving economic independence and resiliency

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Leading in interesting times: Navigating uncertainty in the Canadian political and policy landscape

Webinar: Navigating a turbulent trade environment

Discussion on the recent and evolving developments in the Canadian and US trade landscape.
Feb 19, 2025

Tariffs and North American trade relations: Risks, strategies, and no-regret moves

President elect Donald Trump proposed a 25% tariff on all products entering the US until the flow of illegal drugs and immigrants from Canada is stopped. Such a move could have severe economic repercussions for both countries, particularly in industries such as oil, automotive parts, and consumer goods. The automotive parts and energy sectors are highlighted as examples to demonstrate the potential consequences of these tariffs.

Economic outlook
Calm Before the Storm?

Canada’s economy faces a myriad of challenges in the year ahead. Slower population growth, federal policy uncertainty and ambiguity about U.S. policy top the list. And while these challenges present downside risks to the outlook, the combination of stable inflation, lower interest rates and high household savings will act as important offsets.

The future role of government series

Ensuring resilience in Canada’s supply chain, trade, and manufacturing sectors

It’s hardly news that the events of the last four years have severely tested global supply chains. While most of the disruptions caused by measures to contain the COVID-19 pandemic are behind us, the effects of geopolitical conflict, piracy on critical global shipping routes, and a rapidly changing climate that’s pushing up sea levels continue to sow uncertainty about moving goods between continents.

Global disruption in 4D:
Exploring intersecting forces impacting Canada’s future

Four converging disruptions. Four intersections redefining how we see the world around us. Global disruption in 4D isn't a glimpse into the future—it's the gateway to understanding Canada's new reality. A new dimension awaits—are you ready to step in?