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Greg Tkacz is a Professor of Economics at Saint Francis Xavier University (StFX), serving since 2010. Previously, he spent 14 years at the Bank of Canada as a researcher and manager, specializing in monetary policy analysis and macroeconomic forecasting. His current research focuses on high-frequency electronic payments data (e.g., debit/credit card transactions) to measure economic activity in real-time, funded by SSHRC grants. Tkacz has published extensively in journals like the Journal of Econometrics and served on editorial boards including the Canadian Journal of Economics and Canadian Public Policy.
He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from McGill University. His work often addresses policy-relevant questions, such as the impact of the 2008 financial crisis and the economic effects of extreme events like 9/11. Tkacz’s research has been featured in global media including the Wall Street Journal, Le Figaro, and Canadian outlets like CBC. As Economics Department Chair (2013–2021), he oversaw significant growth in student enrollment and hosted the 2017 Canadian Economics Association conference, attracting 800+ delegates.
Tkacz’s teaching emphasizes applying economic theory to real-world problems, mentoring over 20 Honours students who have won national scholarships, Rhodes Scholarships, and top Canadian undergraduate research awards. His students have entered top graduate programs and secured roles at institutions like the Bank of Canada.
