Statistics Canada also says early estimate for retail sales in May suggests a gain of 1.6% for the month
The finance minister highlighted the feds' planned spending of nearly $9 billion in support this year
Incomes grew faster than debt in the first quarter
A Manulife survey also found that two-thirds of Canadians don't view homeownership as affordable
‘The Canadian economy is operating beyond full employment,’ TD economist says
Assessing the vulnerabilities from high household debt has become more complex over the past two years
Price pressures are broadening, the deputy governor said in a speech
Experts suggest tactical approach, real assets, alternatives
Bank of Canada is 'prepared to act more forcefully if needed'
The 2021-22 deficit was $95.6 billion, down from $314 billion in 2020-21