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.
Canada’s next innovation strategy needs to prioritize export diversity, startups, and defence
In the next wave of bold innovation initiatives, the government needs to narrow its priorities, focus on getting results, and place good implementation at the strategy’s centre.
Federal changes threaten post-secondary system
The federal government’s U-turn on foreign student eligibility could undo years of work by universities and colleges to open themselves to the world.
A national public safety broadband network can help border security
Modernizing public safety communications must be part of Canada’s response to Donald Trump’s security concerns.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are not threats to research quality—they are essential to achieving it
The rise of anti-woke rhetoric in Canada—which appears to mirror movements in the United States—is potentially harmful to this country’s economic prosperity, and public health.
The U.S. has rolled back DEI. Should Canada follow suit?
Equal opportunity benefits everyone—not just those from traditionally marginalized groups, but businesses, communities, and society as a whole.
Musk’s ‘meddling’ in Canadian, European politics shows ‘American exceptionalism’ at work: observers
The tech billionaire and Trump confidante has recently attacked incumbent governments in Canada, the U.K., and Germany, prompting Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge to warn that ‘we need to do everything in our power to defend and protect Canada.’
Why hasn’t AI changed Canada yet?
Expanding data centres gives a chance to leverage technology where Canada is already a leader, and to share the benefits broadly.
Trudeau’s legacy for sound science policy tied to efforts early in Liberal mandate
During his years in power, Justin Trudeau has demonstrated that a next generation vision matters.
Canada needs a complete pandemic preparedness strategy
As another possible pandemic looms, the discovery research engine that will help protect Canadians’ health sputters, stalls, and may fall off the rails.
