It is time for an independent assessment of Hydro’s current strategy by a competent third party
Les Routledge
Public Good Research
In this new global world, is there not a need to fund Ag Canada and the National Research Council to perform this type of foundation building research that can launch new innovations into our economy?
Mintz on SOE Takeover Policy
Jack Mintz generally agrees with the governments new policy framework. In his commentary, Jack presents a position that management control by SOE can lead to reduced economic performance.
Another Friday Night Special
In a not surprising move, the federal government announced late Friday that it was approving the CNOOC and Petronas take overs.
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Weaponizing the Law
The indictment of former U.S. president Donald Trump for crimes invented by his political opponents is the most egregious example yet seen of the weaponizing of the law. The United States is now full of examples. However, in Canada, we also see the law being...
“Looking At” Seizing Control Over Western Canada’s Natural Resources
OTTAWA, REGINA - Last week, two things happened that could have profound impacts on natural resources development in Saskatchewan. One is a hint the federal government might want to take control of natural resources away from the provinces, and the other is the...
UK Fracking News
The UK has a break out of reasonable thinking?
Refugee Policy Reform
This editorial from Calgary is worth a read. With the changes, the government appears to be killing a fly with a sledgehammer. It should consider cutting back benefits only to those from designated countries of origin — who might only be temporarily affected with...
Car Sharing is a Good Idea
A group in Saskatoon is evaluating the feasibility of establishing a car sharing service in the city. To me, this is a good idea that can reduce the cost of transportation for a lot of people. Another desirable step would be for SGI to create a "pay-as-you-drive"...
Memo to Vancouver about Alberta Oil
Have a nice summer with your stay at home vacations.
Experimental Lakes Program – Adding My Voice
I agree with this editorial from the Saskatoon Paper. At a time when global attention increasingly is focused on the environmental impact of oilsands development, and when the glacial melt that supplies fresh water for cities such as Calgary and Saskatoon is...
Road Safety
There are times where traffic cameras have merit. http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-sf-bikes-20120616,0,4422915.story The bicyclist was zipping south on Castro Street at the end of his twice-weekly ride to the Marin Headlands, blowing through red lights and stop...
Lights Going out in Germany
What happens when a country phases out coal generated electricity and then moves to shut down nuclear electricity generation? The answer is increased costs to consumers and lower income people being unable to afford to purchase electricity. I wonder if Russia will...
The More You Learn – The Less You Trust
A lot of knowledge can lock one into group think.
CP Back to Work – Too Soon?
It looks like the federal government will move to order CP workers back to work and impose a settlement solution. As a farmer and a shipper, I wonder if this is the optimal course of action. Maybe it would be better to let the new management of CP take control and...