Strengthening climate policy to build long-term prosperity

As we move forward with major new ‘nation–building’ projects and infrastructure investments, the choices we make are about today versus tomorrow, not the environment versus the economy.
Any new industrial strategy must be an innovation strategy

Canada’s capacity for technological progress and scaling the industries of the future will be critical for our future growth prospects and much-needed gains in productivity.
Carney was talking about Canada’s productivity problem in 2010. It’s now his job to fix it.

The challenge for the Carney government is to map a way out of this slow growth trap, which is why productivity, fueled by innovation and investment, is the key to a better future.
Legislative Look Ahead
Shoring up supports for people and communities in a turbulent trade climate

The fall budget should aim to reduce the cost of essentials, modernize EI, and create place-based transition tools.
The feds have the tools they need to reshape the country. Will they use them?

The transition required in the months ahead will be disruptive, requiring an unprecedented level of leadership. Without such leadership, it will fail.
From mandates to momentum

There is a path forward, but it will demand political capital expenditure and hard choices.
Mark Carney and the challenge of governing

In terms of results, the prime minister must find the right balance between dialogue and action.
Carbon removal technology is more than just a climate solution

This is nation-building that makes sense—economically, environmentally, and socially.
Let’s get serious about tackling global scourge of plastic pollution

The treaty that surfaces from the UN International Negotiating Committee must reduce plastic getting into aquatic ecosystems at all points along the supply chain.