Canada cannot seem to get innovation right
Canada’s economy lags well behind the U.S., with per capita income dropping sharply. Many bright scientists and entrepreneurs leave for better commercial and professional prospect south of the border.
Revamping our innovation strategy to support Indigenous innovation
To build a truly inclusive national innovation strategy, we must tailor programs to Indigenous values, expand access to capital, prioritize Indigenous women innovators and Indigenous communities, and amplify success stories.
How robotics can solve the labour shortage
By combining human ingenuity with advanced tech, Canada can build faster, safer, and more efficiently while creating opportunities for workers to thrive in a modern, tech-driven industry.
It’s time for Big Canada-thinking and Big Canada-action
We have to build a new economy, one that—through innovation and productivity—will enable us to diversify our economy, create good jobs, and generate the wealth to sustain a high quality of life.
Innovation sector under tariff war needs more protection and diversified trade partners, says business advocates
The federal government is closely monitoring the situation surrounding potential U.S. tariffs and ‘stands ready to have a robust response if needed,’ says the innovation minster’s office.
Conservative politicos say carbon tax still a ballot-box issue in next election, despite Liberals’ proposed policy flip-flop
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre indicates he won’t change his ‘axe the tax’ messaging in light of some Liberal leadership candidates planning to drop the consumer carbon price.
Homebuilding & Affordable Housing
Liberals need middle-class housing plan to match Conservatives, says housing expert
The Tories’ plan to scrap the federal sales tax on new homes sold for less than $1-million doesn’t have a comparable Liberal counterproposal, says Place Centre founding director Mike Moffatt.
Bringing stability home: what Canada can learn from U.S. housing policies
Adopting a 30-year fixed mortgage would provide much-needed stability for Canadians in the quest for homeownership.
Housing, climate, and human rights: a critical opportunity in Canada’s next federal election
Parties that truly prioritize a rights-based approach will have the opportunity to deliver concrete policies that address the twin crises of housing and climate change.
