CANADIAN economy, ECONOMIC expansion, PETROLEUM industry, INVESTMENT policy, STOCK prices, ECONOMIC history
Abstract
The article looks at economic and business conditions in Canada as of August 2014, focusing on Alberta. It notes Alberta is experiencing more rapid economic growth than the rest of the country, citing the province's petroleum industry, which it says is spurring growth in a range of business sectors. It discusses the implications for investors, suggesting stocks in firms with operations in the province are likely to see price growth.
LIVING wage movement, INCOME, COST of living, MINIMUM wage, CANADIAN economy
Abstract
The article discusses the use of the living wage to improve the standard of living of its citizens. In 2009, Calgary, Alberta is planning to pay city workers wages above Canada's minimum wage. Calgary is notable for having citizens with above-average incomes, the author states. Also discussed is urban rehabilitation and anti-poverty wages.
Published
2008
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