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. Biannual Update on the Canadian Economy: Third and Fourth Quarters of 2022

    HillNote
    This HillNote highlights key trends in the Canadian economy in the third and fourth quarters of 2022. Recent measures taken by the Bank of Canada in response to an elevated rate of inflation have led to lower economic growth and a decrease in house prices in a number of areas compared to the two previous quarters. Despite this economic growth slowdown and housing market correction, employment has continued to grow, and the unemployment rate has remained low.
    Consumer Price Index
    Gross domestic product
    Inflation
    Unemployment rates

  2. 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