Canada’s internal trade barriers are suffocating its cultural economy
Museums, galleries, and collectors face logistical nightmares due to inconsistent provincial rules.
The glass onion trade war
With the stroke of a pen, United States President Donald Trump succeeded in angering his country’s closest ally on Feb. 1 by signing off on an executive order that would impose 25-per-cent tariffs on Canadian exports to the U.S., and 10-per-cent tariffs on the country’s energy. The reaction was swift and immediate, ranging from boos […]
This is a time for introspection
Our historic reliance on the U.S. in defence, the economy, and culture is now a liability.
Trump forcing Canadians to look more closely at what our country is all about
Canadians need to grab this moment to redefine our internal and external relations.
Breaking down barriers
Reducing interprovincial trade barriers is a long-term solution, and not likely to pick up the short-term slack from any potential tariffs.
Will the Canadian-American defence alliance survive Donald Trump?
In an environment of normalized coercion, it’s an illusion to believe the bilateral defence and security relationship will remain ring-fenced.
Losing the battle of the bulge
Having a worse fitness record than the general population should be an embarrassment to the Canadian Armed Forces.
Don’t overlook productivity in bid to return resilience to Western Canada’s supply chains
Addressing inefficiencies, improving productivity, and strengthening resilience are not just sectoral goals—they are national imperatives.
Take Trump’s threat to annex Canada seriously
When somebody says they are going to hurt you, it’s wise to take precautions.
Ugly efforts at cutting off access-to-information requests
False claims about a lack of records, and painting requesters as vexatious mar the transparency regime.
