Canada’s shifting position in global maritime trade Sparks at Bank article Geoffrey R. Dunbar, Patrick McKelvey, Tessa Peer, Walter Steingress, Ben Tomlin Canada’s economic prosperity depends on trade. But global maritime shipping networks have been reshaped in ways that have reduced Canada’s relative connectivity and carrying capacity. This less-central role for the country could mean greater exposure to supply chain disruptions that could increase the cost of doing business. Content Type(s): Staff research, Sparks at Bank article Research Theme(s): Monetary policy, Inflation dynamics and pressures, Structural challenges, International trade, finance and competitiveness