economy

Workers in an office discussing the 2024 Fall Economic Statement

2024 Fall Economic Statement highlights for SMEs: Restoration of Accelerated Investment Incentive, SR&ED enhancements

The federal government’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement was delivered this week amid the chaos of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s resignation, her replacement in that portfolio by Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc, and ongoing threats of a trade war from South of the Border. Within that context, Ottawa announced a higher-than-expected deficit of $61.9 billion for …

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Canada-Japan trade

A letter from Tokyo: The opportunity to build stronger Canada-Japan trade ties

Sometimes the most fruitful business opportunities are nurtured among long-time friends. Capitalizing on them means broadening already strong relationships and working together in creative, innovative and dynamic ways. That was one of the most powerful learnings from this week’s AGN International World Congress in Tokyo, an event that opened my eyes to the potential to …

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