The Wise Old Owl Podcast

Is Canada Headed for a Recession? U.S. Tariff Threats & Economic Outlook

Vince Gaetano

This week, Vince dives into the the current socio-economic state of Canada. Canada’s economy is in deep trouble, and it’s only getting worse. The Bank of Canada’s January 2025 report paints a grim picture, with U.S. tariff threats looming large, potentially slashing Canadian GDP by 1-2%. With inflation spiraling, business confidence tanking, and productivity at an all-time low, the country’s heading straight into recession. Plus, the return of Trump 2.0 means 25% tariffs on Canadian imports are on the table—could Canada survive this? Find out what this means for the economy and how businesses are reacting to the uncertainty.

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