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Canadian holiday consumer spending trends
Overview
Reports indicate a projected decline in Canadian holiday spending for the upcoming season. An initial PwC Canada report suggested an average expenditure of $1,487, an 11 per cent decrease from the previous year, while noting a growing consumer preference for domestic goods. Specifically, 54 per cent of respondents expressed a willingness to pay more for Canadian-made products.
Subsequent data from the Retail Council of Canada’s 9th annual RCC × Leger Holiday Shopping Survey provided a lower average spending projection of $911 per family, down from $975 in 2025. This survey highlighted regional variations, with Alberta families projecting the highest spending at $1,184 and Quebec families projecting the lowest at $644.
Entities
National Retail Federation · Alberta · Retail Council of Canada · Quebec · Canadian Research Insights Council
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesHoliday spending projections and budgeting strategies
Canadian families plan to spend an average of $911 this holiday season, while US spending exceeded $1 trillion in 2025. Experts recommend strict budgeting to manage rising costs.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesCanadian holiday spending expected to decline as preference for domestic goods rises
A PwC Canada report shows Canadians plan to spend 11 per cent less this holiday season, though 54 per cent are willing to pay a premium for Canadian-made products over imports.
Sources
1stfinancialfcu.org · save.ca · thriftyjinxy.com