It has been a hectic year for the economy. From the U.S. tariffs slapped on Canadian goods to the unexpected shutdown of Hudson’s Bay stores, there’s been no shortage of shocks to absorb in 2025. The Buy Canadian movement has brought about some optimism, but it has also exposed the vulnerability of Canada’s supply chains and retailers in a global economy that feels more unpredictable by the day.

At The Conversation Canada, we’ve met the moment by doing what we do best: working with academic experts to publish evidence-based stories that help readers make sense of it all. Our authors have broken down the financial impact of American tariffs on prescription drugs, maple syrup, grocery bills and Indigenous businesses; given advice to entrepreneurs; and explained everything from the cost-of-living crisis to escapist marketing to modern monetary theory.

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