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Over half of Canadian housing markets severely unaffordable
Posted on December 24, 2023The latest Demographia report on housing affordability in Canada reveals that over half of the 46 Canadian housing markets we assess are severely unaffordable. Vancouver… Read More »
The problem with Trudeau’s fiscal responsibility message
Posted on December 14, 2023There’s only one problem with the federal government’s messaging about saving money: the feds aren’t actually saving money. “The foundation of our Fall Economic Statement is our… Read More »
Politicians must stop weaponizing food prices for political gain
Posted on December 7, 2023In an era where food inflation has become a contentious political issue, it’s all too tempting for politicians to target the grocery industry. Sadly, that’s… Read More »
Budget update proves Trudeau isn’t serious about federal finances
Posted on November 30, 2023Taxpayers should brace for impact based on the finance minister’s latest projections. Interest charges on the federal debt will go from $47 billion this year… Read More »
Smith’s plans to disband AHS is engineering chaos
Posted on November 16, 2023The recent news of the UCP’s plans to disband Alberta Health Services (AHS), effectively shattering the organization into four factions, has re-ignited the discourse surrounding… Read More »
Trudeau blinks, suspends carbon tax on home heating in Atlantic Canada
Posted on November 9, 2023Prime Minister Justin Trudeau just gave Western Canada another punch in the face. The good news is that Trudeau is suspending his carbon tax on… Read More »
Urban containment policies driving up land values and housing costs
Posted on November 1, 2023Canada has a severe and intractable housing crisis that could become existential for the middle class, eroding the standard of living. Our new Demographia Housing… Read More »
Letter: Bill C-69 ruling good news for Alberta
Posted on October 26, 2023The Supreme Court of Canada recently ruled Bill C-69 – also known as the “no more pipelines law” – unconstitutional. The reversal of this intrusive… Read More »
The real people behind the press
Posted on October 26, 2023It’s no secret that thousands of news stories are published in Canada each day. From local community features to national breaking news stories, the people… Read More »
Fair trade products gain recognition despite price premiums
Posted on October 19, 2023October is Fair Trade Month, a period dedicated to spotlighting fair-trade products, even amid the backdrop of escalating food costs. This naturally raises the question:… Read More »