Image Credit: Lille/France Canada is heading into the summer of 2026 carrying a growing sense of uncertainty that stretches far beyond politics. While government officials continue promoting investment, innovation, and long-term growth strategies, many Canadians are focused on far more immediate concerns. The rising cost of living, stubborn housing prices, expensive groceries, and mounting debt are continuing to dominate conversations at kitchen tables across the country. The federal government has spent the past several months attempting to position Canada as more economically independ