Policy

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A Cambrian Explosion

A Cambrian Explosion

From: Unicorn in the Woods

This chapter explores the chain reactions that were started in the Maritimes by the sale of Radian6 and Q1 Labs. 15 $1.50 Add
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A Cleaner, Smarter Trough
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A Cleaner, Smarter Trough

From: At the Trough

In this chapter, Carbonneau traces the dramatic expansion of Canadian federal business subsidies between 2014 and 2024, as the Trudeau government more than doubled outlays to fund emerging … 13 $1.30 Add
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“A frightened old man”
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“A frightened old man”

From: The Coutts Diaries

In this chapter, Graham examines the Trudeau government’s bitter struggle to place Maurice Strong on the Conference of Canadian Business board (as told by the diary of Jim Coutts, Prime … 8 $0.80 Add
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A Path beyond Debt: Interest-Free Lending at Work

A Path beyond Debt: Interest-Free Lending at Work

From: Resilience Imperative

Unlocking the debt trap is hugely difficult. Ironically, the primary solution advanced by banks and the International Monetary Fund is to issue more debt and charge compound interest for the … ; 16 $1.60 Add
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Afterword

Afterword

From: Share the Wealth!

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Alberta has viable trade options

Alberta has viable trade options

From: Moment of Truth

In this chapter, Burney and Osler Hampson examine Alberta’s economic vulnerability from the late 1990s through 2020, outlining three strategic trade options for the province. 25 $2.50 Add
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Alberta’s fiscal contribution to confederation

Alberta’s fiscal contribution to confederation

From: Moment of Truth

In this chapter, Mansell traces Alberta’s fiscal relationship with the federal government from 1961 to 2018. 26 $2.60 Add
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America’s Hostage

America’s Hostage

From: The Two Michaels

In this chapter, Blanchfield and Osler Hampson explore how the 2018–2020 United States–China trade war shaped Canada’s response to the detention of Michael Kovrig and Michael … ; 9 $0.90 Add
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And Economy that Works - For the Wealthy

And Economy that Works – For the Wealthy

From: Share the Wealth!

Readings in part 1 of this title explore the political and economic decisions and trends that have led to economic inequality in Canada. This chapter discusses the current degree of income … ; 19 $1.90 Add
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Angels and Angles

Angels and Angles

From: Unicorn in the Woods

In this chapter, Pitts recounts the founding of Q1 Labs in 2001, its business agreement with UNB, and the nascent company’s relationship with the dean of the faculty of computer science. It … 15 $1.50 Add
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Appendices and References

Appendices and References

From: Canada Vs California

This ‘chapter’ contains appendices and references. 38 $3.80 Add
At the Trough
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At the Trough

The Rise and Rise of Canada's Corporate Welfare Bums

From the railroad excesses of the nineteenth century to the Trudeau government’s record-breaking payouts to profitable multi-nationals such as Volkswagen and Stellantis, policy analyst … 100 View
Between Doom and Denial

Between Doom and Denial

Climate change is the environmental, political, and societal challenge of our time. Yet some of us throw up our hands and say Canada is a cold country that only produces 2% of global missions and … 125 View
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Blueprints for the Future
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Blueprints for the Future

From: At the Trough

In this chapter, Carbonneau examines Canada’s industrial policy debate. 8 $0.80 Add
Canada Vs California

Canada Vs California

How Ottawa took on Netflix and the streaming giants

Canada vs California provides a road map of the tense battle between Canadian content and California’s billion dollar businesses that threaten to drown it out. Howard Law’s Canada vs. … 232 View
Canadian Competition Law & Policy
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Canadian Competition Law & Policy

Competition law is centred on the idea that competitive markets can efficiently and effectively deliver the goods, services, and economic growth that society desires. It seeks to promote the … 588 View