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Marie-Louise Leroux

Marie-Louise Leroux

Professeure titulaire en Sciences Economiques, Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
économie publique
économie de la santé
économie du vieillissement

Wealthier Canadians live longer and are less likely to be dependent as they age, new research finds

Oct 08, 2024 07:18 am UTC| Life

Population aging is a growing challenge for developed countries like Canada, with significant implications for health care and long-term care systems. In OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)...

Older Canadians' savings are shaped by their long-term care preferences

Sep 18, 2023 06:03 am UTC| Insights & Views

Canadas aging population is growing. According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, the proportion of Canadians aged 80 and older will surpass nine per cent by 2050, up from 4.3 per cent in...

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Economy

COP29 Summit: Azerbaijan Hosts Critical Talks on Climate Finance and Trade Disputes

Azerbaijan Hosts COP29 Summit Amid Climate Urgency The U.N. climate summit, COP29, opens in Baku, Azerbaijan, with countries aiming to reach a crucial deal for $1 trillion in annual climate finance for developing...

Public-Sector Pay Rises Outpace Private Sector for the First Time Since 2020

Public-Sector Pay Rises Outpace Private Sector In a shift from previous trends, British public-sector employers are now planning to increase pay faster than private-sector employers. According to the Chartered Institute...

China's CPI and PPI Fall in October Despite Major Stimulus Efforts

Chinas Inflation Remains Weak in October Amidst New Stimulus Measures October CPI and PPI Overview In October, Chinas Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rose 0.3% year-on-year, marking a slowdown from Septembers 0.4%...

China’s Sluggish Inflation and Deepening Deflation Spur New Stimulus Measures

Chinas October Inflation Slowdown and New Stimulus: What to Expect Overview In October, Chinas consumer prices rose at the slowest pace in four months, while producer price deflation worsened, underscoring ongoing...

US Dollar Holds Steady as Markets Await Inflation Data and Fed Comments

US Dollar Stable as Market Awaits US Inflation and Fed Insights The US dollar opened cautiously on Monday, reflecting market anticipation for upcoming US inflation data and insights from Federal Reserve speakers....

Politics

Bitcoin Surges to $81K, Crushes $180M in Shorts as Trump Win Stirs Market Chaos

Bitcoins surge to a historic high of $81,358 has sent short traders scrambling, with $180 million in bets liquidated in hours. The powerful rally, spurred by the recent U.S. election results, has reawakened the crypto...

‘Biden Must Step Down to Make History!’ Former Harris Aide Sparks Firestorm with Call for First Female President

In a surprising and highly controversial statement, Jamal Simmons, the former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, has publicly proposed that President Joe Biden resign from office to pave the way for...

Elon Musk and RFK Jr. ‘Poised for Power’ as Trump Shapes New Cabinet—‘Strategic Alliances to Reshape America'

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have reportedly entered the conversation surrounding the formation of his new...

Trump Shatters GOP Voting Records! ‘Historic Turnout as Trump Claims Most Popular Votes Ever for a Republican'

In a historic outcome for the Republican Party, former President Donald Trump has reportedly achieved the highest raw popular vote count of any GOP presidential candidate in U.S. history. As projections from the 2024...

Science

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Technology

XRP’s Golden Cross Strikes: Will Bulls Rally After Recent Price Drop?

XRPs golden cross on the four-hour chart is sparking excitement among bullish investors despite a recent price drop. This technical milestone could suggest a shift in momentum if XRP maintains support in the coming days,...

Bitcoin Breaks $85K Barrier; Analysts Predict Path to $1 Million by 2033

Bitcoin has shattered previous records by reaching $85,000, boosting its market cap to $1.7 trillion. Analysts project the cryptocurrency could climb to $1 million by 2033, driven by institutional adoption and its role as...

Shiba Inu’s Shytoshi Kusama Announces Future Plans, Echoes Ryoshi, Battles SHIB Doubts

Shiba Inu leader Shytoshi Kusama announced bold plans for SHIBs future, inspired by the vision of founder Ryoshi. Through a series of impactful tweets, Kusama tackled community doubts and encouraged supporters to help...

Binance and Changpeng Zhao Face $1.8B FTX Lawsuit Over Fraud Claims and Collapse Scandal

FTX has taken Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao to court, filing a $1.8 billion lawsuit over allegations of fraudulent transfers linked to a 2021 share deal. The filing also claims Zhaos statements pushed FTX into a...
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