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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 21 MIN

What’s ahead for Canada's economy and your wallet in 2026.

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As Canada moves into 2026, a lot of people are feeling unsure about the economy. After a year of trade tensions, job worries, and high living costs, many Canadians are asking: what happens next? And how does it affect my money? We break down what’s shaping Canada’s economy in 2026, from uncertainty in trade with the U.S. to longer-term challenges around growth and productivity. We’re joined by Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist at the Conference Board of Canada and Shannon Lee Simmons, financial planner and founder of the New School of Finance.

As Canada moves into 2026, a lot of people are feeling unsure about the economy. After a year of trade tensions, job worries, and high living costs, many Canadians are asking: what happens next? And how does it affect my money? We break down what’s shaping Canada’s economy in 2026, from uncertainty in trade with the U.S. to longer-term challenges around growth and productivity. We’re joined by Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist at the Conference Board of Canada and Shannon Lee Simmons, financial planner and founder of the New School of Finance.

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