CPA Canada economic and policy research

Learn about CPA Canada’s economic and policy research. We provide impartial analysis into current and emerging issues that extend beyond accounting matters to help better society and strengthen the Canadian economy.

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Economic briefing: March 2022

CPA Canada introduces a new series of Economics Briefings, by chief economist, David-Alexandre Brassard. Brassard covers the status of the Canadian economy and sheds light on issues affecting Canada’s business community.

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Financial capability

In 2015, CPA Canada conducted a unique survey that linked measures of financial capability with personality traits, providing a new, unique, Canadian perspective on this important topic.

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Precarious employment in Canada

Technological change and automation are changing the way we think about careers. These shifts are leading to a more innovative culture, but more Canadians are also facing rising precarity in their jobs.

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Income inequality in Canada: The urban gap

Canada is facing a number of pressing social concerns. From inequality to precarious employment, these issues are a serious concern for our standard of living and are a focus for CPA Canada’s policy research.

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Beyond innovation: Boosting Canada’s productivity

Improving Canada’s productivity has become more crucial than ever. Our economic research will help you look beyond innovation to crucial factors, including helping firms grow, becoming export-ready, and investing in intangible capital.

CPA Canada economic and policy research

Economic briefing: March 2022

Financial capability

Precarious employment in Canada

Income inequality in Canada: The urban gap

Beyond innovation: Boosting Canada’s productivity

Highlights

ESG Symposium 2023

AICPA & CIMA advanced personal financial planning conference 2023

The ONE Conference 2023

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