Feds need to ‘rethink’ industrial benefits policy and refocus on defence capabilities, say former senior officials: it ‘needs to evolve’
Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada needs ‘to go back to basics and make sure it’s using the policy to build defence capabilities in Canada,’ says former senior public servant Clem Srour.
Bill C-5 is a turning point in Canadian history
Canada must adapt to a rapidly changing world order. Military alliances are becoming more critical, and global trade and commerce are undergoing profound transformations.
We need a fix for bureaucratic delays—but is it a pipe dream?
The prime minister could and should spend his entire mandate trying to do this. But this is a classic example of a problem where the people responsible for fixing it are the same people who are the problem.
What will kill the electric car this time: Trump or Canada’s haplessness?
Until further notice, we are passengers in this environmental and economic setback, and Donald Trump is at the wheel.
Canada’s economic future runs on brain power
The brain economy is emerging, whether we shape it or not. Canada has the tools, the talent, and the momentum. What we need now is the leadership and co-ordination to match.
Canada’s government and banks are stuck on oil—and this is a problem
Economic success will only succeed if we become an innovation nation, not a petrostate. We have great talent in Canada and many ambitious entrepreneurs with world-class ideas. That is where we should be putting our economic muscle. And this is Carney’s test.
Why the right to repair needs to be a priority for the new government
At the forefront of keeping repair costs low and accessible is ensuring drivers have the right to repair their vehicles at the shop of their choice.
Climate policy is economic policy
An energy vision for Canada that includes achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 is needed to shape our actions, policies, and investments.
Researcher, advocacy group hoping for ‘cabinet co-ordination’ on digital files with new AI and digital innovation ministry
‘It’s a very welcome move, and I think it’s a strong signal AI policy and innovation policy [are at] the centre of the government’s priorities,’ says Prof. Florian Martin-Bariteau
Future-proofing our manufacturing sector
Enhancing competitiveness must serve as the lens through which all policy decisions are made.
