Forecasting Canada’s future: Economic trends and strategic moves for 2026
Canada’s economic landscape is evolving, and you’re looking for insights to guide your strategy in the months ahead. In this executive roundtable, MNP’s Susan Mowbray and Steve Kwasny are joined by MacKay CEO Forums’ Nancy MacKay. Together, they’ll explore what lies ahead for Canadian businesses in 2026 and how leaders can respond with resilience and foresight.
Whether you're preparing for growth or bracing for volatility, this session will equip you with the insights and strategies to lead with confidence.
Gain timely insights and practical strategies to help you navigate the year ahead with clarity and confidence. This executive roundtable will explore:
- Canada’s 2026 Economic Outlook – Susan Mowbray delivers a data-driven analysis of key trends shaping the national economy.
- Strategic Business Planning – Steve Kwasny shares practical guidance to help leaders prepare for growth or manage uncertainty.
- The CEO Perspective – Nancy MacKay brings real-world insights from Canadian CEOs on how they’re adapting and leading through change.
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Presenters
Susan Mowbray, MA, is a Partner in MNP’s Vancouver Consulting Practice. With more than two decades of experience in economic modelling, applying economic analysis and project management, Susan helps clients achieve their business goals and enhance their success.
Steven Kwasny is the Director of Public Affairs at MNP where he works across MNP's Niches and Regions to understand the political, regulatory, and public policy environment and how it impacts the firm and its clients from coast to coast to coast. As a consultant, Steven works with Public Sector clients in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, economic development and public policy and program reviews.
Prior to joining MNP, Steven has served in senior roles in the Alberta Legislature, including as the Chief of Staff to the Minister of Service Alberta, as well as supported the initiation of Alberta's foreign direct investment attraction agency. Steven has also served in government and community relations roles in the post-secondary sector, nonprofits, and multiple high-profile events.
Nancy MacKay is the founder and CEO of MacKay CEO Forums, an organization that provides the highest impact and least time-intensive peer support groups for over 1,200 CEOs, executives, and business owners across Canada and around the world. Since founding MacKay CEO Forums in 2005, Nancy has been dedicated to fostering inspiring leadership through confidential peer learning and support. Under her leadership, MacKay CEO Forums has built a community of over 1,200 members, facilitated by 60+ Forum Chairs, delivering an ROI of 708% through increased profit, employee retention, and customer satisfaction as measured by the ROI Institute Canada in 2022.