Could we be looking at a big change in social policy and federalism? The press have suggested that Bill Morneau was not supportive of Justin Trudeau’s plans for a bold economic initiative. There is also speculation that the new plan could encourage a transformation to a green economy. It would be financed by printing […]
The HILL TIMES August 10, 2020 OTTAWA—Bill Morneau has been one of the longer serving federal finance ministers and probably the most revolutionary when it comes to doing big things. He has a record of big measures in normal times and extraordinary measures in the recent times of crisis. I’m calling it the Morneau Doctrine. […]
Support for a national basic income program has been growing, to the point that the idea is no longer scoffed at in government circles. Several different versions have been discussed, which has confused the matter a bit, but the focus seems to be converging on an option which is not a universal payment to all, […]
How stigmatization may be inadvertently saving these communities from exposure to COVID-19 Since the first confirmed case of COVID-19 made its way to Canada, the spike in overdose deaths among people who use drugs has continued to increase – especially in Vancouver’s lower East side. Initially many feared that these communities, already living on the […]
To regulate or not to regulate has always been a sticky policy issue because, depending on the profession or occupation or industry, the net social impact can vary. But we are just learning that it can also lead to increased inequality in society. A recent study published by the CD Howe Institute provides an interesting […]
I.M.F. Predicts Deeper Global Downturn Even as Economies Reopen (June 24) WHO says pandemic will be around for “foreseeable future.” No one is saying this is going to bounce back to normal. Canada is likely to go through a recovery that will be protracted, uneven and difficult. Many businesses will reopen with a different business […]
The protests in the US and around the world have succeeded in raising awareness of police brutality and systemic racism. Social media are replete with strong opinion in support and against the protests. Our opinions derive from our experience and I am reminded of times in my career when I have been directly involved with […]
July 29, 2020 Rt. Hon. Brian Mulroney on his “Agenda for Canadian Greatness” 3:00-3:30 PM Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhlsfl-GpRk&t=821s The following is the “Agenda for Canadian Greatness” put forward by Canada’s 18th prime Minister, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. We have posted it here as it is a good example of bold and contemporary thinking about where […]
CANADA SHOULD DRAW KEY LESSONS FROM THE U.N. DEFEAT Sergio Marchi, Allan Rock June 22, 2020 Losing an election is always tough. And especially when it is the second in a row. But Canada’s loss to Ireland and Norway in this past week’s Security Council selection should be kept in perspective. Make no mistake, the […]
CANADA SHOULD DRAW KEY LESSONS FROM THE U.N. DEFEAT Sergio Marchi, Allan Rock June 22, 2020 Losing an election is always tough. And especially when it is the second in a row. But Canada’s loss to Ireland and Norway in this past week’s Security Council selection should be kept in perspective. Make no mistake, the […]
