Insights
Factories of the future set standards for excellence
There’s a clear vision of how technology and data are to be used for gaining competitive advantage.
Make the leap into new export markets
Not just the US. Diversify. Spread around the risk.
Canada well placed to meet world’s growing energy demands
Ranks as a responsible supplier compared to most other major oil and gas exporting nations.
Pre-election is pre-game for Canadian federal politics
It’s a good time to look for opportunities to shape the parties’ platforms based on what’s important to your business.
Leading young people into skilled trades is paying off
…but more work is needed to curb shortage.
Increasing government debt rarely a successful strategy
Spending our way to a heightened state of environmental stewardship could cause more harm than good.
Dramatic drop in capital expenditures threatens Canada’s prosperity
It’s the major source of productivity growth and higher standards of living in developed countries.
How Canada can tax carbon efficiently
Carbon tax should replace other, less efficient policies with the same objective and be offset by cuts in other taxes.
Canada falling behind on corporate accountability
Trudeau government’s global reputation at risk over how Canadian companies do business abroad.
Sad state of Canada’s economy can be remedied
Lower tax rates, with more capital investment, are crucial to increasing productivity, wages and living standards.
Industry 4.0: What’s new at the fair?
Hannover Messe is the place to go to see the latest in digital factory, industrial systems, robotics and more.
Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs are lifted, but tactic failed
President’s tunnel vision alienates Western allies who have common cause in the challenges posed by China.
Climate change strategy offers Sheer a way to win election
How does a Liberal government that can’t campaign on its abysmal record go about gaining re-election?
Budget deficits can increase social inequality
Burden falls on the whole population, and low-income Canadians can least afford to contribute.
Bridge the technology divide
Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster aims to accelerate adoption and scale-up.
