Canada’s Economic Advantage – An Extraordinary Record

“Canada is better placed than many countries to weather the global financial turbulence and worldwide recession. Its resilience can be attributed to three factors: First, a track record of sound macroeconomic policy management has left the country in prime form at the beginning of the global turmoil Second, the authorities responded proactively to the crisis Third, the focus on financial stability. ”
Charles Kramer, Division Chief, Western Hemisphere Department, International Monetary Fund. March 2009

Take Canada’s prudent fiscal policy, low inflation, interest and unemployment rates, and a corporate tax framework that is among the best in the world. Factor in Canada’s status as an emerging energy superpower, the only stable and growing producer of this scarce commodity. Add to that the country’s strategic investments in technology, education and healthcare. The result is perfectly ideal conditions for businesses to grow and prosper. (read more)