Gap between eastern and western provinces in narrowing
Diversion of corn crop set to send food prices soaring
Core inflation projected to gradually decline to 2% in the second half of 2008
Canada and Mexico likely to feel sting from U.S. slowdown
Canada no longer tethered to U.S. economy
Domestic strength offsets external challenges
Impact of monetary policy easing will not be felt until the second half of 2008 and into 2009, Fitch says
TSX should hit 15,000 by year-end
Next move by the Bank of Canada is still likely a hike
Robust domestic economy should offset declines in exports