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Chart of the Week
Discover powerful insights, one chart at a time. Each week, we feature a data-driven visual that highlights a key trend, issue, or story shaping Canada. Whether it’s the economy, environment, health, or trade, our weekly chart provides context, commentary, and credible sources to help you make sense of the numbers. Our Canada Facts series explores insights about Canada, all backed by solid data and designed to keep you informed and intrigued.
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate steady at 2.25%
On March 18, 2026, the Bank of Canada announced it would hold its key interest rate at 2.25%. The Bank of Canada cited uncertainties caused by changing US trade policies and the ongoing war in the Middle East as headwinds for the Canadian economy.
GDP rises in all provinces and in Nunavut in 2024
In 2024, all provinces and Nunavut recorded increases in GDP compared to the year before, while Yukon and the Northwest Territories declined. See which province or territory topped the list.
Bank of Canada cuts rates to 2.25%
Earlier this week, the Bank of Canada delivered another interest rate cut — the fourth one this year, and the second consecutive cut since September 2025 — lowering its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%.