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Economics4h 43m ago

The frantic speed with which the artificial intelligence bonanza is rewiring the United States economy is staggering, while Canada sees a blip.

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United States, Canada, Mexico, Alberta, Edmonton, Manitoba, Île-des Chênes, Ontario, Hamilton

Who
U.S., Canada, Desjardins’ deputy chief economist Randall Bartlett, Konrad Yakabuski, Xavier Lemyre, Capital Power Corp. President and CEO Avik Dey, Alberta, Prime Minister Mark Carney, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew, Hamilton’s committee of adjustment, Vancouver-based Aterio, Viet Vu, Sal Guatieri, Michael Waugh
What
The frantic speed with which the artificial intelligence bonanza is rewiring the United States economy is staggering, while Canada sees a blip.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT · 4h 43m ago
Where
United States, Canada, Mexico, Alberta, Edmonton, Manitoba, Île-des Chênes, Ontario, Hamilton ·
Why
AI mania is bypassing Canada due to lacklustre business investment in tech equipment, slower AI adoption, and challenges in securing power for data centers.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The U.S. is experiencing profound economic growth driven by AI-related infrastructure and systems, while Canada risks becoming a productivity laggard with a widening investment gap in innovative technologies. This divergence could impact trade balances and economic competitiveness for both nations.

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