Just Good Business Podcast
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Canadian Premier League: From Grassroots to Greatness – Just Good Business 🍁
Just Good Business Digest: May 2026 Edition
Chapter 1: Canadian Premier League: From Grassroots to Greatness
Join Al in conversation with Michael Beckerman (Canada Soccer Media & Entertainment) as they explore the growth and impact of the Canadian Premier League (CPL).
Michael breaks down how the CPL is:
Building credibility in a competitive global soccer landscape
Strengthening community engagement across Canada
Creating a sustainable model for sports and business success
Whether you're in sports leadership, media, or business strategy, this conversation offers practical insights into how your business can scale, differentiate, and thrive.
👉 Discover how the Canadian Premier League is shaping the future of soccer in Canada.
Chapter 2: From AI to Trade: Navigating Canada’s Economic Landscape
How are artificial intelligence (AI) advancements and global trade uncertainty reshaping Canada’s economy in 2026? In this episode, Al sits down with Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at BMO, to break down the biggest macroeconomic trends impacting Canadian businesses today.
They explore:
The real economic impact of AI adoption across industries
Canada’s trade outlook amid shifting global supply chains
Inflation, interest rates, and economic growth forecasts
Key risks and opportunities facing business leaders
Whether you’re a business professional, economist, or simply interested in Canada’s financial future, this conversation offers expert insights to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving economy.
Chapter 3: Playoff Fever: How the Montreal Canadiens Are Boosting the Local Economy
🏒 What happens to a city’s economy when its hockey team goes on a playoff run?
In this episode of Just Good Business, Al sits down with Data Expert Sean McCormick to explore the powerful ripple effects of the Montreal Canadiens’ NHL playoff surge—and what it means for local businesses, consumers, and the broader economy.
Watch now to see how playoff momentum turns into real economic impact.
Links of Interest:
Canadian Premier League – Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIN | X
BMO Economics
Moneris Data Services
Chapters:
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:04 – Chapter 1: Canadian Premier League: From Grassroots to Greatness
00:16:12 – Chapter 2: From AI to Trade: Navigating Canada’s Economic Landscape
00:28:07 – Chapter 3: Playoff Fever: How the Montreal Canadiens Are Boosting the Local Economy
00:35:03 – Outro
Subscribe now!If you have a payment-related or business question you’d like to submit to one of our experts, you can email us at podcast@moneris.com.Just Good Business is a Moneris podcast production hosted by Al Grego.
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