Just Good Business Digest: January 2026 Edition
Al sat down with Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at BMO, to unpack the top 3 economic stories of 2025, and to look at the year ahead in Canada’s economy.
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Economic forecast 2026: Insights from BMO's Chief Economist
Al sat down with Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at BMO, to unpack the top 3 economic stories of 2025, and to look at the year ahead in Canada’s economy.
Maximizing Your Restaurant’s Profitability: Insights from David Hopkins
David Hopkins, President of The Fifteen Group, discusses how restaurants can maximize profits and create new concepts.
Just Good Business Podcast: Navigating Canada’s Economic Crossroads with Douglas Porter
In our latest episode, BMO Chief Economist Douglas Porter returns to break down the numbers behind the headlines.
Just Good Business Podcast: How Are Canadian Small Businesses Tackling Succession Planning Challenges?
Al is joined by Dr. Sarah Burrows, Assistant Professor at Queen’s University’s Smith School of Business, to discuss the growing concern of succession planning in Canadian small businesses.
Just Good Business Podcast: The Business of Golf In Canada: Is It An Economic Indicator?
This month, Al is joined by Jeff Calderwood, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA), to discuss the economic impact of golf in Canada and how the industry reflects this year’s tourism trends.
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Just Good Business Podcast: Chief Economist Douglas Porter Discusses Canadian Economy- Trade War, Inflation, and Economic Outlook
Al welcomes Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at the Bank of Montreal, to the podcast to discuss Canada’s current economic landscape.
Just Good Business Podcast: What Are the Biggest Challenges Faced by Restaurants in Canada Today?
Al sits down with Max Roy, VP of Federal and Quebec at Restaurants Canada to talk about it.
Just Good Business Podcast: How Are Canadian Grocers Responding To The Tariff Threats And The Growing ‘Buy Canadian’ Movement?
It’s March, and the #1 topic on the minds of most Canadians is tariffs. How will this affect purchasing decisions moving forward?
Just Good Business Podcast: Was The Tax Holiday In Canada Worth It For Canadian Businesses
This month, Al welcomes back Sean McCormick, VP of Business Development at Moneris Data Services, to discuss consumer spending data during the first half of the Canadian tax holiday.