Is Canada’s electric vehicle industry on a collision course?
The new Carney government and our provincial governments must take stock of the decline in the automotive manufacturing sector, and ask if the push to electrify the manufacturing base is in the long-term best interests of Canadians.
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
Carney must lead efforts to transform Canada’s economy
While dealing with the U.S. on our future relationship is critical, the effort to create a new Canadian economy is even more important.
Why AI self-regulation has left Canada’s elections vulnerable
This past election offers a chance for Canada to consider establishing broader standards for digital identity verification across public and private sectors for future campaigns.
AI and the innovation-regulation pendulum
Achieving a healthy balance between innovation and regulation is key as Canada continues to pursue more digital transformation initiatives.
Collaboration is Canada’s innovation superpower
This approach is hard. It’s slow. It challenges egos and requires patience. But it’s also the only way we’ll achieve systems-level change
Canada can be an agriculture powerhouse if we meet the moment
While the country invests significantly in innovation, it lags in translating those inputs into tangible, high-quality outputs.
Is Canada keeping pace with agricultural innovation?
Climate change, labour shortages, and an ever-increasing global demand for food require creative solutions that transcend traditional farming methods.
Canada’s talent dilemma: how to win the global innovation and technology race
If Canada wants to compete globally in innovation and technology, it must do more than attract skilled talent—it must retain, integrate, and fully utilize their expertise. This requires not just expansion of immigration programs, but a comprehensive strategic approach to linking top talent, research institutions, and industry in a globally competitive ecosystem.
Renewed resolve: commit to DEI principles to advance health equity
Education and research institutions must take a strong stand against anti-Black racism, and work tirelessly to eliminate its effects on Canadians.
