Mid-year update on Canada’s economic outlook: Primed for super-charged growth in H2 and through 2022
Topic: Canada is on the verge of a growth spurt as widespread vaccinations permit a full reopening of the economy, pent up demand is released, consumers begin spending their excess savings, and fiscal and monetary stimulus continue in Canada and abroad. All provinces will fully recover by the end of this year, with Western provinces and metros expected to outperform the East after the disruption from the pandemic is overcome. Still, our new North American cities and regions scenario service suggests some downside risks will persist.
Please note that we will be holding one webinar each for Americas, EMEA and APAC friendly timezones:
- Americas – Wednesday 18th August | 11:00 EDT
- EMEA – Wednesday 18th August | 10:00 BST
- APAC – Wednesday 18th August | 10:00 HKT
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Tony Stillo |Director of Canada Economics Tony Stillo is the Director of Canada Economics at Oxford Economics, based out of the Toronto office. He is responsible for producing the macroeconomic forecast for Canada using Oxford Economics’ Global Economic Model, reporting on key data releases and producing/presenting research on key issues affecting the Canadian economy. Tony also helps support the work of other areas at Oxford Economics where there’s a Canadian angle. |
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Michael Davenport |Associate Economist Michael is an Associate Economist on the US Macro team with a particular focus on the Canadian Economy. He primarily supports the Director of Canada Economics in producing macroeconomic research and forecasts, monitoring Canada and the provinces, and liaising with clients and the media. Michael first joined Oxford Economics as an Economic Research Analyst Intern in the Toronto office before being promoted to Associate Economist in August 2019. |
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