The backstory on equalization
Danielle Smith perpetuates the fiction of Albertans’ exploitation, arguing that her government should receive the same per capita equalization transfers as Ontario and Quebec. Slamming equalization is good politics for Alberta premiers because it feeds Albertans’ false sense of injustice.
Federal disability benefit welcome, but its red tape will tax health system
The benefit’s onerous application process presents a challenge for patients, especially those who may be among the 6.5 million Canadians without a primary care provider.
‘When we hear government efficiency from Carney, we’re worried we’ll see DOGE-lite’: public service unions react to new ministers Lightbound and Ali
Prime Minister Mark Carney has emphasized government efficiency and reining in spending, but the two largest public service unions say they need to be consulted.
Looking into why the Liberals are opting against a spring budget
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says his government will offer a fall fiscal update, with no plans for a spring budget.
Carney’s new cabinet balances change with experience, analysts say
Prime Minister Mark Carney says his team is focused on growing an economy that ‘is resilient in the face of economic shock,’ and put key portfolios in the hands of seasoned ministers.
Growing the Métis economy must be a national priority for the renewed government
The Métis played a crucial role in the founding of this country and its economy, yet too often we are treated as the forgotten people of Canada.
MPs, Senators get a salary boost, Carney will now earn $419,600, Scheer $308,800, and Blanchet $280,600
All MPs and Senators got an automatic salary increase on April 1. As well, government and opposition MPs who hold additional roles, such as deputy speaker, assistant deputy speaker, whip, deputy whip, parliamentary secretary, and opposition House leader, will receive added pay on top of their base salaries.
Carney must lead efforts to transform Canada’s economy
While dealing with the U.S. on our future relationship is critical, the effort to create a new Canadian economy is even more important.
Lobbyists prepare for ‘very serious’ Carney government prioritizing economy, trade and housing
The ‘Trump factor’ will likely influence the industries Prime Minister Mark Carney will be trying to help right away, including automotive, steel and aluminium.
Carney just signalled the end of market liberalism—and the start of sovereign reconstruction
We are now entering an era that breaks from decades of integration with American markets, and demands a new kind of economic independence.
