Research publications

This HillNote highlights key trends in the Canadian economy in the third and fourth quarters of 2021.Although the economy improved in the second half of 2021, the recovery remains uneven among certain sectors and population groups. This is particularly the case for those working in the agricultural sector, women and Indigenous people. In 2021, the rates of unemployment for Indigenous men and women significantly exceeded the rates for non-Indigenous men and women across all age groups. Moreover, Indigenous and non-Indigenous women had higher rates of unemployment than Indigenous and non-Indigenous men.

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.