But gains are expected to be smaller the rest of the year
For the U.S., the data don't support a pending Fed rate cut
Canada posted its weakest back-to-back quarters since 2015
Projections for Canada's growth were lowered in two reports
Challenges come from oil and gas sector, labour market
For the year, economists believe GDP will expand 2.4%, down from last year's 2.9% gain
The IMF lowers its 2019 growth forecast, while Deloitte warns of a "more vulnerable" Canadian economy
Find out why a consumer rebound could occur later this year
The good news may reduce the chance of a Bank of Canada rate cut this year
Economists believe growth has slowed further in the current January-March quarter to around 1.5%