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Report on the Nation 2013

Lukewarm growth in Ontario, a looming election in B.C. and downward pressures in Alberta. Read more in this province-by-province economic report from the February 2013 issue of Investment Executive newspaper.

January 31, 2013

Remarkable turnaround persists

The Rock is expected to be a leader in economic growth once again, despite a shaky public-sector financial picture

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Rising debt

Aerospace will not grow as rapidly as in 2013. And reduced public spending will also hurt the island province

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U.S. to drive growth

Forestry is expected to rebound, but mining and construction will still be sore spots for New Brunswick's struggling economy

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Outlook improving

Megaprojects, rising U.S. demand and lower government spending in Nova Scotia should mean better days ahead

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Quebec’s economy mired in instability

The province, which has very slow growth and a huge debt, is likely to continue to walk the economic tightrope this year

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Northern sun

Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut

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Slightly slower growth ahead

The Keystone province continues its steady, stable growth. Yet, a few clouds are on the horizon, including lower global demand

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Saskatchewan’s torrid pace to continue

The ongoing expansion of the potash industry is the main reason why the province is leading Canada in growth

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Oilsands to rev up

Strong growth is expected for the fourth straight year in Alberta. But there are a range of challenges

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Looming election front and centre

Possible change in government could have implications for B.C.'s steadily improving economy

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