Although markets have stabilized, the value of the pound has dropped and likely will fall further. That creates opportunities
Low oil prices have taken a toll, with diversified firms faring better than those with fewer revenue streams
The commodities slump has hit independent investment banks hard. But better days could be ahead
The oil shock is hitting producer provinces hard. But in B.C., the lower C$ and population growth are driving prosperity
Two companies in the P&C sector are worth a look. These firms' prospects are good and the shares are reasonably priced
Low interest rates and losses in the energy sector are putting downward pressure on the shares of large lifecos. These solid companies could offer investing opportunities
Alberta has the luxury to run deficits Newfoundfland and Labrador already has significant debt
The big banks are starting to feel pain as a result of low oil prices and may have to cut dividends or raise more capital
The government has committed to a 10-year infrastructure plan focusing on public transit, green infrastructure and social infrastructure that will be paid for by increasing the deficit
The Liberal government is projecting a deficit of $29.4 billion in fiscal 2017, much higher than the $10 billion originally envisioned