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The federal government has a role to play in building a ‘purpose-first’ economy

If we can unlock the finance sector's engine to create a better world, we can realize a sustainable, equitable future. Sector leaders have already taken action, but the federal government holds the keys to this potential. It should use them.

Opinion
BY MICHAEL MCKNIGHT AND CORO STRANDBERG
June 12, 2023

Opinion | BY MICHAEL MCKNIGHT AND CORO STRANDBERG | June 12, 2023

Michael McKnight is the president and CEO of the United Way British Columbia. Coro Strandberg is chair of the Canadian Purpose Economy Project. See all stories BY MICHAEL MCKNIGHT AND CORO STRANDBERG

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The federal government has a role to play in building a ‘purpose-first’ economy

If we can unlock the finance sector's engine to create a better world, we can realize a sustainable, equitable future. Sector leaders have already taken action, but the federal government holds the keys to this potential. It should use them.

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