Traditional knowledge usurped by politics: a missed opportunity
As displayed at a recent House committee meeting, politicking and parliamentary procedures epitomized how far we still have to go if we want to meet in the middle on the path towards reconciliation.
Arctic security depends on follow-through on NORAD modernization promises, say defence experts
A recent Senate committee report notes the Arctic has reached an ‘inflection point,’ with the region assuming an essential strategic importance, and more must be done to enhance its security and defence—despite looming federal budget cuts.
COP28 and climate science
Climate scientists are unanimously terrified by the speed at which things are moving, but also relieved that the crisis is finally getting some serious attention from both the public and the governments.
Aerospace
Federal government can do more to help aviation industry get to 2050 target
Capital expenditure tax claims like SR&ED could make the difference between an advanced manufacturing facility in aviation being built in Canada or not.
Reducing aviation’s CO2 emissions challenging but not impossible
To facilitate the transition to green aviation, government support for industry needs to focus on aircraft and engine manufacturers.
Creating a sustainable workforce for Canada’s aeronautics sector
Education that bridges academic disciplines will play a critical role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
Growth in aerospace requires tackling the big issues
Is Canada well poised to address emerging challenges like environmental sustainability, international competitors, and worker shortages?
National aerospace strategy needed to ‘tie it all together’ as industry rebounds from pandemic losses, say sector experts
An aerospace industry report released over the summer shows an increase in revenues and jobs, but declining spending on innovation.
Canadian aerospace and the supply chain challenge: a structural problem, or just a passing phase?
To make better decisions, the government should step in and enable an environment that permits the exchange of data to extend both supply-chain visibility as well as supply-chain resilience.
