Research publications

The Library of Parliament’s research publications provide non-partisan, reliable and timely information and analysis on current and emerging issues, legislation and major public policy topics.

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HillNotes

Quick reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians

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HillStudies

In-depth reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians (formerly Background papers and In briefs)

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Legislative summaries

Concise analyses of certain bills before Parliament

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Trade and investment profiles

Fact sheets on Canada’s trade and investment relationship with selected countries and regions

Archived research publications are available in our catalogue.

  1. Indicators of Economic Well-being in Canada

    HillNote
    This HillNote compares regional differences in GDP per capita and median income to illustrate how these indicators give varying estimates of economic well-being. The comparison highlights how the two indicators can diverge and identifies a gap in which additional measures are needed to assess economic well-being more fully.
    Economic conditions
    Economic indicators
    Gross domestic product
    Income inequality
    Inflation
    Personal income
    Standard of living