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Ottawa Real Estate Forum
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Chairs' Reception - Wednesday, October 8Rogers Centre, Ottawa

Dawn Desjardins
Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada
Speaker

Profile

Dawn Desjardins is an economist and executive with experience in researching economic and policy issues. She joined Deloitte Canada in May 2023 taking on the role of Chief Economist. Over her career she has communicated complex issues to clients, decision-makers and media audiences.

As a trusted leader in Canadian economics, Dawn leads Deloitte Canada in producing economic insights that influence change and spark national conversations that drive our economy forward. She plays a key role in overseeing the macroeconomic research and forecasting group, while also providing guidance and solutions to the most pressing economic challenges of our time.

Before joining Deloitte, Dawn served as the Deputy Chief Economist at RBC, as a reporter for Bloomberg Financial News, and as a Canadian bond market strategist for JP Morgan Canada. Her wealth of experience in economic reporting and advisory will be invaluable in helping us navigate this period of economic uncertainty that is top of mind for many of our clients.

Agenda Sessions

  • Examining current economic market conditions: What are the implications on commercial real estate in Canada and the National Capital Region for the remainder of 2024 and beyond

    8:10am