Other Op-eds

Op-eds by MEI staff members and associated researchers published in different newspapers and magazines. The opinions expressed in these opinion pieces do not necessarily represent those of the Montreal Economic Institute or members of its Board of Directors.

Why the federal EV mandate must be stopped

Ottawa’s announcement of a 60-day review or delay notwithstanding, the federal Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (aka EV mandate) is emblematic of Canada’s economic malaise. It’s also likely unconstitutional.

A federal bureaucracy we can ill afford

Given the size of our deficit and the costly inefficiencies in our bureaucracy, the taxpaying-public deserves, and should demand, a thorough spending review from the federal government.

CRTC ruling puts Canada’s digital future at risk

CRTC network‑sharing mandate could stall investment, hurt service quality and weaken Canada’s position in the digital economy. Canadians deserve better than a regulatory policy that prioritizes short‑term appearances over long‑term prosperity.

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