Could a dramatic drop in immigration lead to a recession? | Cost of Living

Canada slashes immigration targets, raising concerns about economic fallout. Economist Mikal Skuterud discusses whether this move risks recession after years of growth fuelled by new arrivals. Allison Dempster revisits the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, drawing parallels to today’s trade challenges. Plus, Jennifer Keene explores how food inflation is inspiring Canadians to save with zero-waste cooking.