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Representing our research teams and knowledge streams, these areas provide insights on Canada’s key topics, trends, and opportunities to help leaders make informed decisions.
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Research series are recurring reports, forecasts, and dashboards on key topics that help you stay up-to-date with trends, benchmark competitiveness, and access timely data on the economy, HR, innovation, higher education, and thought leadership.
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Canadian Economic AnalysisResearch focused on all aspects of Canada’s economy.
Urban City Economic AnalysisResearch focused on economic trends and challenges facing metropolitan areas in Canada.
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Anticipate and prepare for tomorrow’s workforce, evolving economic conditions, and major innovation trends.
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Member-funded research centres address national challenges with evidence-based insights that shape policy and drive change.
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Where senior leaders from across Canada connect to discuss innovation, change, and leadership.
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Our research and connections deliver unique insights into Canada’s toughest problems to help leaders build a stronger future.
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Through the strength of our analysis, the clarity of our recommendations, and the depth of our connections to decision-makers, we seek to change the world for the better.
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Since 1954, our work has informed important decisions facing Canada on a wide variety of issues and topics.
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