Economy & Markets

Report on the Nation 2012

B.C. faces headwinds, Alberta continues to lead and Ontario faces sluggish growth in this province-by-province economic report from Investment Executive newspaper.

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  • Provinces: Sluggish growth

    Like many other provinces, Ontario faces slow economic growth this year

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  • B.C.’s economy faces headwinds

    Although the level of exports to Asian economies has surpassed those to the U.S., the province still has many challenges

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  • Alberta continues to lead

    After a tough 2009-10, during which the province was hit hard by the recession, Alberta is surging on rising global oil prices

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  • Slow U.S. demand hampers growth

    Quebec is grappling with a slack economy but forecasters say that 2013 is looking much brighter

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  • Solid but slower growth in Saskatchewan

    Continued resources boom means that the Prairie province will remain among the top performers in 2012 and beyond

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  • Mining fuels territories’ growth

    Continued exploration for precious and base metals, as well as energy, will ensure that the North remains on a steady path

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  • Public spending helps offset floods, debt

    Manitoba is keeping its head above water despite a devastating flood and overburdened consumers

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  • Looking toward a brighter future

    Despite mill closures and high debt, forecasters are expecting better days for Nova Scotia

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  • Two diverse economic tales

    The Rock has seen substantial growth in the past few years, but it must now deal with a declining fisheries industry

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  • N.B. outlook tied to U.S.

    With forestry still listing and call centres suffering, N.B. continues to struggle

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  • P.E.I.’s saving grace

    Continued sluggishness in the U.S. and European economies

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