Are we really in an economic crisis?

UPDATED – May 17, 2025 – 9:54 AM

Update 2 – May 18, 2025 – 1:08 PM

One of the key factors distinguishing the Dalinda Team is our belief that, “Information is the key in turning uncertainty into opportunity”. We pride ourselves in providing our clients with market news at the speed of need, enabling them to make timely, informed decisions. In that regard, here is our latest perspective on the Canada-US “trade war”.

“With many counter-tariffs gone, it’s time for Ottawa to stop playing politics and start telling Canadians the truth — the tariff narrative no longer matches economic reality.”

In a National Post article published on May 15, 2025, wherein an Oxford Economics study had found that, in April 2025, during Canada’s election campaign, Prime Minister Mark Carney had quietly moved to eliminate most retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, a decision made on April 16 and effective from May 7, following his first official meeting with President Trump on May 6. This had reversed the previous “dollar-for-dollar” tariff policy set by Justin Trudeau, though some tariffs, including those on orange juice, coffee, alcohol, and certain machinery, have remained. 

https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/canadas-new-tariffs-on-u-s-drop-to-nearly-zero-with-exemptions-oxford-economics

Carney’s almost secretive actions, which had not been made in a public announcement during the campaign nor have they been announced at any time since, had been intended to ease economic pressures. Why the lack of transparency?

https://gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p2/2025/2025-05-07/html/sor-dors122-eng.html

American Actions 

There were two key points from the April 2, 2025 White House Reciprocal Tariff Announcement.

  1. Canada was not on the list for reciprocal tariffs. As per the Whitehouse fact sheet, Canada was exempt. https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/04/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-declares-national-emergency-to-increase-our-competitive-edge-protect-our-sovereignty-and-strengthen-our-national-and-economic-security/
  2. USMCA compliant goods will also remain at 0%. What is USMCA compliant you may ask? USMCA-compliant goods are products meeting the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement’s rules of origin, qualifying for tariff benefits when traded between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Example: A car built in Ontario, Canada, with 75% of its parts sourced from Canada or the U.S. Non-compliant goods would be those made in China and shipped through Canada.

Canada is not for sale: Doug Ford’s misrepresentation

Doug Ford has falsely claimed that Donald Trump has offered to buy Canada. No such offer has ever been made. While Trump has expressed openness to Canada becoming the 51st state, he has never proposed purchasing it. Ford’s baseless assertion, tied to his “Canada is not for sale” merchandise sales, has shifted focus from critical tariff negotiations.

Again, some Canadian retaliatory tariffs remain in place, including on specific food items such as orange juice, alcohol, and coffee. Some American tariffs remain in place too, but nothing to substantiate our economic death spiral, as evidenced across numerous sectors.

Are we really in a trade war, or are we just in need of mediation over some trade issues?

Why is a false narrative being pushed upon us that, as Mark Carney had said on X on May 11, 2025, “We are in the biggest crisis of our lifetime”?

(Source: https://x.com/markjcarney/status/1921642068255904001?s=46&t=j-eN3GsLw6wYrkA55zhdGg)

Our Federal Government has just announced that there will be no Federal Budget for 2025, denying Canadians the the ability to scrutinize the use of public funds, undermining transparency and accountability.

“I still don’t like this one bit. Canadians have a right to know the state of the government’s finances—like how bad are they now” – Derek Holt, Vice President and Head of Capital Markets Economics at Scotiabank

In these challenging times, Sellers and Buyers are looking for confidence and hope, which we submit can only come from truth.

Luke Dalinda

UPDATE:

I question whether The Bank of Canada’s Financial Stability Report 2025, released on May 8, 2025, would have been so dark had the BoC known about Carney’s tariff reversal actions of April 16 and effective May 7, 2025? April 16 was also the same day that the BoC had decided not to decrease rates further.

Update 2 – May 18, 2025 – 1:08 PM

After immense pressure, Prime Minister Carney has agreed to deliver a Federal Budget this fall.

In response, Pierre Poilievre has said, “A so-called budget to be tabled in the fall when half the budget year is over. In what world does this make sense?”

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Canada Must Wake Up and ACT NOW!

The Bank of Canada’s Financial Stability Report 2025, released yesterday, May 8, 2025, warns that a prolonged trade war could trigger severe financial risks, including asset fire sales, market dysfunction in core funding markets, and the need for emergency liquidity measures. These disruptions could hit Canadian households hard, especially with 60% of mortgage holders facing renewals in 2025-26, many at higher interest rates. Banks may tighten lending, and some households could struggle to make debt payments, potentially leading to rising defaults under severe stress.

While other countries move quickly to secure U.S. trade deals, Canada remains complacent. 

As Eric Trump has recently posted on X, “I wouldn’t want to be the last country that tries to negotiate a trade deal with @realDonaldTrump. The first to negotiate will win – the last will absolutely lose. I have seen this movie my entire life…”

Read more:  

[Financial Stability Report 2025](https://www.bankofcanada.ca/2025/05/financial-stability-report-2025/)  

[Opening Statement](https://www.bankofcanada.ca/2025/05/opening-statement-20250508/)

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Palace Place 3-Bedroom Suite For Sale: Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 3101

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 3101 – $2,300,000

Suite 3101 is a stunning, palatial condominium residence, with approximately 2,836 square feet of luxury living space, 3-bedrooms, and the most enchanting views of the lake, the city skyline, and High Park.

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Palace Place 1-Bedroom water view For Sale: Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 2104

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 2104 – $799,000

Suite 2104 is a stunning condominium residence, with approximately 790 square feet of living space and the most enchanting view of Lake Ontario.

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Palace Place 1+1-Bedroom For Sale: Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 2812

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 2812 – $829,000

Thoughtfully designed to maximize space! Suite 2812 is a stunning condominium residence, with approximately 813 square feet of living space, 1+1-bedroom, and beautiful Humber River and Swansea Village views.

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Luke Dalinda achieves $1,170 per square foot for Palace Place!

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 3502 – Just Sold for $1,388,000 (Seller and Buyer Representative) 

Luke Dalinda has achieved a historic $1,170 per square foot for Palace Place, by having sold Suite 3502 for $1,388,000, by having represented the seller and the buyer. Suite 3502 is an incredible renovation that features a re-imagined floor plan that creates a rare trophy residence.

The last record price per square foot, also set by Luke Dalinda, had been $1,168.

Fact: Luke Dalinda is the ONLY realtor to CONSISTENTLY achieve over $1,100 per square foot for Palace Place.

This remarkable accomplishment during very challenging economic times has been achieved through hard work. In addition to his unrivalled marketing plan, Luke Dalinda had ensured that every single showing understood the value and opportunity of Palace Place.

Palace Place is an Amazing Deal for Buyers:  Where else can you get the 5-star life for this price?

The buyer did very well too, securing a trophy condo for over $100K under ask! While smaller sized suites will always generate a higher price per square foot than the larger suites, at $1,170 per square foot, the buyer has purchased a brand new, turn-key renovation with hundreds of thousands in upgrades.

When new, inferior construction is charging up to $1,900 per square foot, buyers are learning of the incomparable advantages that only Palace Place can offer. Why buy the K-car when you can own the Mercedes-Benz?

Buyers want space, and, most importantly, buyers want quality. New construction fails to deliver these two key requirements. Palace Place offers unrivalled construction, spacious floor plans, 5-star amenities and services, and million dollar forever views that you cannot find in new buildings today!

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Fact: When the average price of Palace Place is $914 per square foot, Luke Dalinda is the ONLY realtor to CONSISTENTLY achieve over $1,100 per square foot for Palace Place.

Other realtors cannot replicate these results because they are uninformed about the numerous features that set Palace Place apart from other buildings. Also, their focus is everywhere else but Palace Place, so they want a fast sale so they can move on to other deals.

This is why when it comes to Palace Place, it pays to list with Luke Dalinda. Luke offers better service and better results (for less than what your cousin/brother/friend realtor charges).

Call, text, or email me today to learn exactly what I bring to the table to help you to achieve the best price possible.

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JUST LISTED: Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 309

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 309 – $1,499,000

Suite 309 is an exquisite condominium residence, with 1,388 square feet of luxury living space, 2-bedrooms, and captivating views of the lake, lush grounds, and beautiful sunsets. This suite has been impeccably renovated featuring stunning wood floors, an elegant open kitchen, a stately fireplace, new washrooms, and smooth ceilings.

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New Listing Alert: Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 809

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 809 – $1,199,000

Suite 809 is a highly sought-after, newly renovated condominium residence, with approximately 1,388 square feet of living space, 2-bedrooms, 2-full baths, and breathtaking views of Lake Ontario, the Humber Bay Shores parkland, the Humber River, and Swansea village.

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Why I support Pierre

I have listened to many of your opinions. Now it is time for my own. This is why I support @pierrepoilievremp His message, values, and beliefs have never changed, and this proves it! Canada needs change NOW!

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Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 2.75%.

Today, April 16, 2025, the Bank of Canada has announced that it is holding rates at 2.75%.

This announcement could signal an end to rate cuts, which have been cut seven consecutive times.

Condo buyers should consider locking in mortgage rates now before potential increases occur due to ongoing uncertainty in the financial markets.

Because of what we call “herd mentality”, it typically takes 1.5 weeks for the buyer market to react to rate announcements.

The best rates that we have seen so far:

3 year fixed at 4.14% (Increased from 4.09% in March 2025)

5 year variable at 4.25%

The next scheduled date for announcing the overnight rate target is June 4, 2025.

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Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 3410: Just sold in 1-day!

Palace Place, 1 Palace Pier Court, Suite 3410 – Just Sold in 1-day!

(Represented Seller)

In these times of market uncertainty, it takes experience to get the deal done.

Luke Dalinda has almost 3-decades of encyclopedic knowledge in selling at Palace Place.

Let him be your guide.

 I can’t say enough about the incredible job Luke Dalinda did in finding a buyer for my Palace Place condo, even amidst the toughest market conditions I’ve seen. Currently the luxury condo market is grappling with an oversupply of units, picky buyers favoring larger, livable spaces over smaller investments, and economic uncertainty from trade tensions and stubbornly high interest rates. Despite these hurdles, Luke brought unmatched expertise, determination, and a tailored strategy that turned challenges into opportunities. He navigated the glut of listings and shifting buyer demands with finesse, showcasing my property’s unique value to stand out in a crowded market. Thanks to Luke’s relentless effort and sharp insight, we secured the perfect buyer faster than I thought possible in such a complex landscape.   – Sunil Tanksali

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