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Grateful to Have Participated in the Canadian Economics Association Conference 2025 🇨🇦
Last weekend, I attended the 59th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Economics Association in Montreal, where I presented my research on digital currencies and their potential effects on Canadian monetary policy. I appreciated the discussions and feedback from attendees, emphasizing the value of academic dialogue in shaping economic policy.
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Grateful to Contribute to the Academic Community
I am excited to announce that I received a Certificate of Reviewing from Finance Research Letters for completing 12 peer reviews. I appreciate the trust from the editors and look forward to continuing my contributions to high-quality academic research.
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Interest Rate Outlook for Canada Amid U.S. Tariff Turbulence: What Lies Ahead?
On April 16, 2025, the Bank of Canada maintained its interest rate at 2.75% amid global economic uncertainty due to renewed U.S. tariffs. The BoC outlined two scenarios: one optimistic with potential rate cuts if tariffs are reversed, and another pessimistic involving stagflation and possibly rising rates if tariffs persist.
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Canada at Trade War: How Canada Should Respond to U.S. Tariffs
The Canada-U.S. economic relationship is undergoing significant changes due to Trump’s trade policies, as detailed by economist Dan Ciuriak. Canada faces potential GDP declines and must diversify trade, bolster infrastructure, and modernize policies to enhance resilience and reduce dependence on the U.S. for economic stability and independence.
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How Tariffs Drive Up Housing Costs in Canada
The new tariffs on Canadian energy products and exports will raise costs for businesses and consumers, worsening inflation and housing affordability, particularly in Northeastern Ontario. Short-term impacts include higher construction costs, while long-term effects may push companies to seek alternative trade partners, affecting productivity and job stability. A comprehensive policy response is essential.
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Geoeconomic Risks and Canada’s Economic Outlook: Navigating Uncertainty
The recent analysis by The Conference Board of Canada highlights a growing pessimism among Canadian businesses due to escalating geoeconomic risks. Despite easing inflation and falling interest rates, confidence remains shaky due to looming threats such as an incoming slowdown in population growth and rising tensions with the United States. This uncertainty has led to…
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Impact of Trump Tariffs on Canada’s Economy
The Conference Board of Canada’s report analyzes the economic fallout from proposed U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports. It predicts a 1.3% GDP decline nationally by 2025, with significant job losses and rising inflation. Provinces like Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Quebec will face notable reductions in GDP due to various sector impacts.
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Certificate of Reviewing
Proud to receive a Certificate of Reviewing from Finance Research Letters for completing 11 reviews between Jan 2023 & Aug 2024. Honored to contribute to advancing research in finance! #AcademicChatter #PeerReview #FinanceResearch
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Celebrating the Completion of the Teaching Excellence Program! 🎓🌟
I am thrilled to announce that I have completed the Teaching Excellence Program at Cambrian College of Applied Arts and Technology for the 2023-2024 year! 🎉
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Navigating Economic Challenges: Insights from Canada’s Economic Outlook and Global Trends
Introduction Policymakers, companies, and investors must all grasp the intricate interactions between economic factors in today’s dynamic global economy. With an emphasis on Canada’s economic outlook and worldwide trends, this article explores significant revelations from recent economic reports. Strong population growth and expected monetary policy changes have supported Canada’s economy despite obstacles including sticky inflation…
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