Lending volumes and credit conditions are improving for SMEs, but many firms continue to struggle to obtain financing that meets their needs – OECD
Press Release April 21, 2017 Lending volumes and credit conditions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have gradually improved, according to a new report from the OECD, but demand-side obstacles…
We have a better budget for Nova Scotia – CCPA
Press Release April 20, 2017 Halifax—The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives-Nova Scotia released its annual Nova Scotia Alternative Budget today, a week in advance of the current government’s tabling what…
Canada’s air cleanest it’s been in 40 years, stricter environmental regulation may unnecessarily harm economy – Fraser Institute
Press Release April 20, 2017 VANCOUVER—Canada’s air quality has dramatically improved over the past four decades despite significant population and economic growth and increased energy usage, finds a new study…
Site C: It’s not too late to hit pause – Policy Options
Press Release April 19, 2017 Site C is an $8.3-billion hydroelectric project in the early stages of construction by BC Hydro, the provincial power utility, on the Peace River in…
Selling Hydro Wires to Build Transit Lines: Cities’ $20 Billion Option – C.D. Howe Institute
Press Release ..there is no compelling public policy rationale for municipalities to hold these assets. April 19, 2017 – Cities across Canada should sell their electricity distribution companies and invest…
NPI Commissions a “Northern Newcomer Strategy”
Press Release Northern Ontario needs a surge in population, newcomers will play a key role April 12, 2017 – 75,000 workers, 150,000 people. These are the forecasted workforce and population…
Fraser Institute News Release: Most wealth inequality in Canada explained by differences in people’s age
Press Release April 12, 2017 VANCOUVER—Wealth inequality in Canada is largely the result of differences in people’s age, where wealth accumulation is a slow and steady process over a long…
Surging Demands for Seniors Benefits Means Age of Eligibility Must Rise – C.D. Howe Institute
Press Release With retirees living longer and the working-age population remaining relatively stable, the growing demand for financial support in retirement will potentially strain social security programs. April 11, 2017…
Know your history on pay equity – Policy Options
Press Release April 11 is Equal Pay Day in Ontario. As women and allies stand together to demand economic justice, it is important to know the statistics: Indigenous women face…
Federal science panel calls for enhanced oversight and strategic re-investments to strengthen the foundations of independent Canadian research
Press Release April 10, 2017 – Ottawa Today, the Government of Canada published the final report of the expert panel on Canada’s Fundamental Science Review. Commissioned by the Honourable Kirsty…
