Webinar

Beyond the Trade War with the US: Why Productivity Will Still Rise

18 November 2026 – 11.00am EST (New York)

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Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring the long-term outlook for Canadian productivity and capital investment.

While ongoing US trade tensions and geopolitical friction present real headwinds, a long-overdue surge in business capex, major infrastructure projects, and accelerating AI adoption are set to turn the tide on productivity after years of capital shallowing. We’ll dive into a detailed industry breakdown, draw key economic comparisons with the US, discuss how the federal government’s more growth focused agenda could support investment and productivity, and show why Canada is well positioned to capture AI-driven gains despite trade uncertainty. Secure your spot today to gain insights to position your organization for the decade ahead.

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Speakers

Tony Stillo

Tony Stillo is the Director of Canada Economics at Oxford Economics. He leads the team responsible for preparing the macroeconomic forecast for Canada using Oxford Economics’ Global Economic Model, reporting on key data releases, as well as producing and presenting research on key issues affecting the Canadian economy. Prior to joining Oxford Economics in 2018, Tony spent much of his career at the Ontario Ministry of Finance where he most recently led a team responsible for economic modelling, forecasting and impact analysis.

Director of Canada Economics

Michael Davenport

Michael is a Senior Economist with a particular focus on the Canadian economy. He primarily supports the Director of Canada Economics in producing macroeconomic research and forecasts, monitoring the Canadian economy, and liaising with clients and the media.

Michael first joined Oxford Economics Canada as an Economic Research Analyst Intern in the Toronto office in early 2019 and has since been promoted to a Senior Economist. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Financial Management from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Toronto.

Senior Economist, Canada