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Budget 2026 Lands Nov. 5: What to Do (and Not Do) With Your RRSP and TFSA First

  CANADIAN MONEY BRIEF  |  FEATURE  |  OCT. 23, 2026 The federal budget is 13 days away, tax-reform calls are getting louder, and “act now” headlines are about to pile up. Here’s what is actually confirmed, what is just lobbying, and what to leave alone. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne told the House of Commons on Oct. 20 that Budget 2026 will be tabled on Nov. 5 . It is the second budget since the Liberals moved the fiscal plan to the fall, and it lands two days after the U.S. midterm elections. Between now and then, expect a flood of speculation about RRSPs, TFSAs and capital gains. Before you move a dollar, it helps to separate three things: what’s confirmed, what’s being asked for, and what the rules say today. Key dates on your calendar Oct. 28 Bank of Canada rate decision (9:45 a.m. ET) Oct. 29 Ontario fall economic statement Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections Nov. 5 Federal Budget 2026 Dec. 9 Final Bank of Canada decision of 2026 Mar. 1, 2027 RRSP...

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Canada’s Economy Braces for Potential Downturn

                                            The Bank of Canada

Canada’s economic outlook has grown increasingly uncertain as a majority of financial leaders warn of a possible recession within the next six months. Rising interest rates, slowing consumer spending, and global market volatility are fueling concerns that the country could face a period of contraction.

Business executives and economists point to persistent inflationary pressures and weakened investment confidence as key risks. While some sectors, such as energy and technology, remain resilient, others—particularly housing and retail—show signs of strain.

Policymakers are under pressure to balance inflation control with measures that support growth. The Bank of Canada’s monetary decisions in the coming months will play a critical role in determining whether the nation can avoid a recession or must weather a downturn.

 In short, Canada stands at a crossroads: either navigate carefully to sustain growth or risk slipping into economic decline.


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