Weak Productivity Growth Canada’s ‘Achilles Heel’: Bank of Canada Governor

Weak Productivity Growth Canada’s ‘Achilles Heel’: Bank of Canada Governor
Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem holds a press conference at the central bank in Ottawa on July 12, 2023. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick
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Canada has a long-standing productivity problem that is quickly reaching “emergency levels,” says Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem.

The central bank’s top boss called for change during a June 24 speech before the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, saying it’s imperative that Canada addresses its ongoing struggle with low business investment.