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Stimulus didn’t work in 2009—don’t expect it to kick-start the economy now(Appeared in the Toronto Star) by Niels Veldhuis and Tegan HillSo-called “shovel ready” infrastructure projects take significant time to plan and implement. Pipelines remain a red herring in climate debate(Appeared in the Ottawa Sun) by Robert P. MurphyCanada's crude oil reserves are the third-highest on Earth. Alberta’s surgery backlog should prompt health-care reform in the provinceby Mackenzie Moir, Alex Whalen, and Bacchus BaruaAn estimated 80,000 Albertans were waiting for care in early May. Canadian workers can achieve four-day work week by doubling productivity growth(Appeared in Vancouver Province) by Steven GlobermanThe average work hours of Canadians decreased by about 4 per cent between 2000 and 2018. China looks to douse freedom in Hong Kongby Fred McMahonHongkongers have enjoyed the highest level of personal freedom in the world, according to the Human Freedom Index. Another pipeline setback, another blow to Alberta government finances(Appeared in the Calgary Sun) by Steve LafleurAlberta has blown through $75 billion in financial assets since 2007/08. McNeil government faces debt tidal wave(Appeared in the Bluenose Bulletin) by Jake Fuss and Alex WhalenThe province’s net debt will rise from $15.2 billion to nearly $17.2 billion. Environmental appraisals for new gene therapies may limit new drugs in Canada(Appeared in Calgary's Business) by Dr. Nigel Rawson and Mackenzie MoirNew clinical trials registered with Health Canada fell by more than 52 per cent. |
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