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The New Normal: 2026 Canadian Automotive Outlook
The Canadian automotive industry faced considerable headwinds in 2025 as tariffs imposed by and against the nation’s largest trading partner disrupted supply chains within the industry and the broader economy. However, Canadian vehicle sales still managed to notch a post-pandemic high in volumes on the year – a byproduct of easing financial conditions, pent-up demand, and significant front-loading ahead of the implementation of tariffs.
February 19, 2026
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Canada: Gearing Up for Provincial Budget Season
Provincial governments are readying their 2026 Budgets. The tone across provinces is likely to be cautious as governments face ongoing fiscal deficits, rising debt burdens, and economic outlooks shaped by slower growth, trade uncertainties, and spending pressures. Some key, high-level themes that we expect to be present in the spring budget season are outlined in this report.
February 17, 2026
Trending
Canadian Consumer Price Index (January 2026)
Headline CPI inflation cooled a tick in January to 2.3% year-on-year (y/y) one tenth lower than consensus expectations. Even so, inflation was boosted by comparison to lower prices during the federal government's temporary sales tax holiday from mid-December 2024 to mid-February 2025.
February 17, 2026
Updated Publications
Questions? We've Got Answers: Addressing Issues Impacting the Economic and Financial Outlook
The start of 2026 sparked plenty of economic shifts for our Q&A. From swings in the U.S. Dollar to President Trump's new nominee for Fed Chair, to various housing policy shifts under consideration on the U.S. side. Amidst it all, an economy once again displaying surprising strength. For Canada, questions address an economy continuing to adjust to U.S. tariffs, the upcoming CUSMA review, mortgage renewals and consumer impacts, and a stalling housing market recovery.
February 12, 2026
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Shifting Tides in Canada-China Investment Relations
Canada and China recently entered a two-pronged strategic partnership. Tariff reductions will add an immediate layer of support to Canadian trade, while foreign investment benefits will unfold more slowly over time. The stock of Chinese direct investment in Canada could grow to around $90-100 billion over the next five years. This projection includes a cumulative $15 –25 billion of investment above a scenario in which no agreement was reached.
February 11, 2026
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The New Normal: 2026 Canadian Automotive Outlook
February 19, 2026
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2026 British Columbia Budget
February 18, 2026
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Canada: Gearing Up for Provincial Budget Season
February 17, 2026
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Weekly Bottom Line
February 13, 2026
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The New Normal: 2026 Canadian Automotive Outlook
February 19, 2026
Updated Publications
2026 British Columbia Budget
February 18, 2026
Updated Publications
Canada: Gearing Up for Provincial Budget Season
February 17, 2026
Updated Publications
Weekly Bottom Line
February 13, 2026
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The New Normal: 2026 Canadian Automotive Outlook
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Shifting Tides in Canada-China Investment Relations
February 11, 2026
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Where and What: Shifting Canadian Goods Exports
February 04, 2026
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Consulting the Magic 8 Ball of Canada’s Job Market
February 03, 2026
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The New Normal: 2026 Canadian Automotive Outlook
February 19, 2026
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Shifting Tides in Canada-China Investment Relations
February 11, 2026
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Where and What: Shifting Canadian Goods Exports
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Consulting the Magic 8 Ball of Canada’s Job Market
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February 18, 2026
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Canadian Retail Sales (December 2025)
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