Recent developments in the Canadian economy: Spring 2026

Guy Gellatly and Carter McCormack

Economic and Social Reports from Statistics Canada, Analytical Studies and Modelling Branch

Abstract: This article provides an integrated summary of recent changes in output, employment, international trade, consumer prices and household finances. It highlights movements in the economic data in the second half of 2025 and early 2026. The article explores how economic conditions have changed as trade tensions between Canada and the United States continue to unfold. The report is based on data that are publicly available as of April 2, 2026. Monthly information on government, business and financial market developments, including detailed information on tariffs and countermeasures, is available at Canadian Economic News (Statistics Canada n.d.). A presentation on changes in Canada’s economy as trade tensions were developing is available at Research to Insights: Canada’s Economy During Recent Canada-U.S. Trade Developments.

Keywords: recent developments; employment; international trade; household finances (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: J23 M21 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026-04-22
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DOI: 10.25318/36280001202600400005-eng

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