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Journal economic growth refers to the body of peer-reviewed academic research published in scholarly economics journals that analyzes, measures, and explains patterns of economic expansion across countries, sectors, and time periods. These publications form the empirical and theoretical foundation for understanding how economies grow, what drives productivity gains, and which policies accelerate or constrain development.
For professionals shaping Canada’s digital economy, this research translates into practical …

Canada’s digital economy is expanding, yet progress remains uneven. The country scored 0.67 in the OECD Digital Government Outlook 2026, trailing the OECD average of 0.70 and ranking 20th globally in digital competitiveness. While the sector now contributes nearly 10% of GDP and employs more than 2.4 million Canadians, this modest 0.01 improvement since 2023 signals a transitioning economy that’s growing but facing headwinds in government digital maturity and global positioning.
The stakes are considerable. Digitally enabled services already represented 13% of Canada&#…

Google smart cities represent coordinated digital infrastructure platforms that integrate sensors, data analytics, and cloud computing to optimize municipal services, from traffic management and energy grids to waste collection and public safety systems. Rather than a single product, Google’s approach combines technologies like Google Cloud IoT, AI-driven analytics, and collaborative tools to help cities collect, process, and act on real-time urban data.
For Canadian municipalities facing the distinctive …

Economic strategy institutes serve as specialized advisory organizations that bridge the gap between economic theory and practical policy implementation, delivering research-backed recommendations to government agencies, private sector leaders, and international organizations navigating digital transformation. These entities combine rigorous economic analysis with strategic foresight to address complex challenges in trade policy, technological disruption, workforce development, and competitive positioning in the global digital economy.
In 2026, as artificial intelligence reshapes …