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Ottawa doit respecter la compétence des provinces en santé
The federal government should withdraw from the health sector.
4-minute read
Give me softwood lumber, I’ll give you supply management
The threat of a renegotiation of our trade relations with the United States still exists.
4-minute read
Camions-restaurants : un (petit) pas dans la bonne direction
Simpler and less costly regulation for food trucks in Montreal.
7-minute read
Viewpoint – Why Ottawa Should Respect Provincial Jurisdiction over Health Care
Since last fall, the Canadian health care system has once again become a source of bickering. The federal government, which is a significant funder of the provinces’ health programs, wants to limit the rate of increase of its transfers and force provinces to spend on specific areas like mental health and home care. The territories and certain provinces have bowed to pressure from Ottawa, but four of the five most populous provinces are still refusing the federal offer. While it is political in nature, economic analysis of this conflict can provide some useful insights.
4-minute read
Ottawa should leave health care to the provinces
The federal government should withdraw from the health sector.
5-minute read
En 2132, passerez-vous 73 années à la retraite?
The normal retirement age should be reviewed.
4-minute read
Pourquoi mêler la politique aux Air Miles?
Quebec must not interfere in the management of reward programs.
5-minute read
Taxe rose : mesdames, à vous de l’abolir
Many women's products are sold at a higher price than products targeting male customers.
4-minute read
Le libre-échange, le comptable et les tomates
Is free trade good for all?
5-minute read
Le printemps érable cinq ans plus tard – Attaquons-nous aux vraies questions
The chronic underfunding of the Quebec university system.