From potential to power: how Canada can lead with solar energy legislation
It is crucial to consider regional constraints to best integrate renewable energy generation into existing infrastructure.
The two extremes of the notwithstanding clause
A growing regime of ‘rights without democracy’ has drained away much of the responsibility and authority of elected politicians and, with them, much of their legitimacy.
Powering remote northern communities through renewable energy sources
Most remote communities rely on diesel as the primary source of electricity generation and heating, which puts energy security at risk.
Why Canada is off track to meet its clean energy goals
Soon the price of petrol will decline as EVs and green technology across industries takes off. Will Canada be ready for the green circular economy?
Trudeau’s climate strategy a master class in greenwashing
On climate change, Canada’s politicians have created a culture of excuses, blame games, outright denials, and fatalistic calls for adaptation strategies. Except for Green Leader Elizabeth May.
Defence
Putting people first: recruitment, retention, and culture change depend on it
Recruits are hesitant to enlist, and this will continue while the government prioritizes words over actions.
Forget two per cent of GDP on defence—but maybe that’s not so bad
Canada’s defence needs will not be solved by aiming for an arbitrary target, even if it would lift the ignominy of being a laggard.
Getting defence policy right will require rigour and a multi-partisan approach
Multi-partisan consensus on matters of national security would ensure continuity, predictable funding, and an altogether more functional approach to how it engages in the world.
Pick a winner—pick defence
Imagine a sector of the Canadian economy that is not that large in the grand scheme of things, but that is very strong in all the determinants of innovation and productivity. We have it.
