Canadian economy is not on track for a prosperous future, IMF warns

Clearly, we need much greater attention to the productivity/innovation/competitiveness challenge if we are to successfully transition to an aging society, sustain the public programs we value and create opportunity for young families and those entering the world of work.

When the International Monetary Fund issued its latest review of the Canadian economy, Finance Minister Bill Morneau was quick to send out a gushing press release declaring 'International Monetary Fund confirms Canada delivering growth that works for everyone,' writes David Crane. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY DAVID CRANE

July 23, 2018

TORONTO—When the International Monetary Fund issued its latest review of the Canadian economy, Finance Minister Bill Morneau was quick to send out a gushing press release declaring “International Monetary Fund confirms Canada delivering growth that works for everyone." He could have just as eas...

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