Innovation and business investment needed in Canada
With our resource-rich economy and access to education and health care we could be doing better. And we must, because the Americans have put nearly $400-billion on the table for clean growth—and they can continue to outspend us 10 to one.
Is the priority of financial inclusion in action evident across Canada? For women, the answer is no
It is estimated that 10 to 20 per cent of Canadians are underbanked, and many of these people are from low-income households.
We need a different approach to tackle the cost of living crisis
When we look at broader household indicators beyond income, like social capital and financial stress, a very different picture emerges of who experiences financial vulnerability in Canada.
Why we won’t have a recession
Employment is strong and all the major components of GDP except investment are increasing.
Elevated interest rates and cost of living are affecting Canadians’ bottom line
There is a significant rise in millennials accruing debt, which can be attributed to a recent increased reliance on credit cards.
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.
Business investment in Canada has to increase to boost standard of living
But the blind spot is investment in upskilling and reskilling.
To stabilize Canada’s economy, start with a guaranteed liveable income
We cannot afford to continue to privilege the loudest voices, by allowing the perspective of those who have the time, resources, and capacity to speak to prevail.
Canada is ready for open finance and it’s time the government deliver
If the government is serious about supporting consumers’ financial wellbeing and encouraging competition, it’s time to prioritize the open finance file to give all Canadians the modern financial system we deserve.
Here come the climate-aligned finance firefighters
The cross-partisan MP support for CAFA is welcome news, mainly because it gives us hope that a new kind of politician is growing: the climate-aligned finance firefighters who will make sure our money stops fuelling the very fires devastating our country and world.
