There are some new names in the list of hot spots when examining the cost of building a new house. We’ve gotten used to hearing that the cost of …
Economy
Here We Go Again
Sometimes it is helpful to look at the big picture to get a feel for what is happening in the smaller version. A new report from StatsCan looking at farm …
A Little Rosier Outlook
When the economists at the various chartered banks issue their quarterly forecasts it’s an interesting game to see if any of them step out of line with the …
Shedding Political Risk
The art of business ownership is taking risk. But that usually means calculated risk…knowing how to weigh the pros and cons in making a decision. Risk comes …
A Billion Dollar Gig
This is a day when we stimulate the economy by giving kids candy. Well, then there’s the costume thing too and that’s not restricted to children. There’s no …
Putting More People on the Radar
One notable element of the provincial Throne Speech that opened the current session of Legislature a few days ago centred on the province’s population. …