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Canadians Clamour for Home Care, Ottawa Offers Institutions
There tends to be a bit of a disconnect between what the people want, and what the government delivers. Just look at long-term care.

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Strawberries in January
According to the provincial government, Quebecers need to show a little restraint in their energy use, or else Hydro-Québec will soon be unable to keep up with demand.

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Reducing Bureaucracy to Attract More Nurses
Is changing a Quebecer’s bandage very different from changing a Manitoban’s?

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With what batteries?
The federal government recently announced its intention to force car manufacturers to boost sales of electric vehicles to at least 20 per cent of their Canadian business starting in 2023.

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Our eroding purchasing power
It’s been many years since the Consumer Price Index has been followed so closely by so many people.

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The Fiscal Paternalism of Taxing Sugary Drinks
Many people seem to believe government should take on the role of a father, protecting us from ourselves. The idea of taxing sugary beverages is in line with this thinking.

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Policy Interest Rate Hikes Are Difficult, But Necessary
If you have a mortgage, you’ve felt it; the rapid rise in the policy interest rate this year has led banks to charge higher interest rates.

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Inflation: Blame the Bank of Canada, and Supply Managed Industries
The official figures are out, but you probably already felt it in your wallet. The growth of the Consumer Price Index remained steady at 6.9% in October.

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Health Transfers: Tax Points Instead of a Bigger Cheque
Instead of asking for bigger health care cheques, the provinces should band together to request tax points from the federal government.

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Housing Shortage: It’s a Supply Issue
Anyone looking to buy a home has felt it: prices have skyrocketed in recent years. A good portion of the problem comes from the fact that supply has not kept up with growing demand in recent years.