It’s not lip service; 2010 really is a happy new year. According to RBC’s Canadian Consumer Outlook Index, we’re feeling a lot more optimistic this year.

The outlook report rose eight percentage points in December, indicating people had less anxiety about their jobs, are less likely to delay major purchases, are exercising financial prudence and incurring less debt. As for the big picture outlook, more than half of Canadians view the economy as good, with 60 per cent expecting the economy to improve over the next year.

That’s the spirit, Canada. No one knows what the future holds, but at least we (well, most of us) have good attitude.

On behalf of CBJ, I wish you all a wonderful and prosperous new year.