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This is the factor that has contributed to a greater-than-expected moderation in economic activity in Canada. Since February, the Bank has been saying that we expect growth in the first half of this year to be very modest. And we have indicated that, by the middle of 2001, the Canadian economy will probably be operating somewhat below potential.