Softer Demand Dims the Industrial Outlook in 2026
Softer domestic and global demand will continue to weigh on growth prospects for many of Canada’s industries in 2026. Overall total industry GDP is forecast to expand by 1.3 per cent in 2026, the same pace as in 2025.
Will Canada’s resource sectors see stronger output growth in 2026? What will help the construction sector get back on track? Will it be another challenging year for the manufacturing sector as the trade dispute with the U.S. carries over into 2026? Will a moderation in domestic and global demand curb the demand for some services this year? And what will help to offset cutbacks in the public sector over the next few years?
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