By Steven Uster for Profit

The recent news that Target Canada is shutting all its stores and exiting Canada was a shock to the whole country.

Much of the media coverage to date has focused on the 17,600 jobs that will be lost and the vast swath of soon-to-be vacant stores across the country as a result of the decision. Both outcomes will have a significant impact on Canada’s economy.

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