Economic conditions in Quebec and Ontario
Our economists take a closer look at the Quebec and Ontario economies. Track regional economic activity, the housing market and economic trends.

Regional Economic Studies
Overview of economic activity in Quebec’s administrative regions: labour and housing markets, investment, personal income, etc. Comparison with Quebec economic trends and short-term outlook.
One annual publication for each region
Desjardins Affordability Index
Our index measures the ability of households to purchase a home and assume the related costs. It also helps assess the risks weighing on the housing market and anticipate major variations in residential prices.
The index is calculated for:
- Canada, Quebec and Ontario
- Metropolitan areas in Quebec and Ontario
- Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and Winnipeg
Published every 6 months
Spotlight on Housing
Our economists present the highlights of the residential sector in Quebec.
Published 4 to 6 times a year
Desjardins Leading Index
Use this composite index to monitor shifts in Quebec's economy that may indicate an imminent recession or recovery.
Published monthly
Quebec and Ontario Economic News
Brief analyses of key economic statistics for Quebec and Ontario.
Published a few times a month
Perspective
Sector-based analyses of economic activity in Quebec.
Published a few times a year
Our publications
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Topic: Quebec and Ontario Economic News September Labour Market Figures: Quebec Stays Stable While Ontario Takes a Tumble October 7, 2022
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Topic: Desjardins Leading Index The DLI Fell Sharply in July, Signalling a Recession Ahead for Quebec October 4, 2022
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Topic: Quebec and Ontario Economic News Unemployment Rates Rose in Quebec and Ontario in August September 9, 2022
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Topic: Desjardins Leading Index The DLI Slips Again in June as Quebec’s Economy Walks a Tightrope September 8, 2022
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Topic: Quebec and Ontario Economic News Real GDP Growth Slowdown in Quebec: May Figures Up Only Slightly August 30, 2022
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Topic: Perspective Retail Trade in Quebec: Turbulence Ahead August 24, 2022
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Topic: Perspective Retail Trade in Quebec: Turbulence Ahead August 24, 2022
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Topic: Spotlight on Housing The Market Has Turned: Home Prices Will Continue to Fall in Quebec and Ontario August 18, 2022
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Topic: Quebec and Ontario Economic News The Overheated Labour Market Gets Hotter in Quebec and Continues to Sizzle in Ontario August 5, 2022
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Topic: Desjardins Leading Index The DLI Is Still Declining: Challenging Times Ahead for Quebec July 29, 2022
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