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Tag: Canada
Cannabis Culture and the Economics of Marijuana in Canada
The highly anticipated news is expected to bring about a massive change in infrastructure, healthcare, and revenue for the government of Canada.
Service A and the Use of Disinformation by Russia
As the weapon of disinformation is becoming more commonly used by Russia, will it weaken political legitimacy among NATO members?
Bitcoin and The Dark Web’s Threat to National Security
The security threats posed by crypto-currencies and the dark web must inevitably be managed by an intergovernmental body.
Budget 2017: Jobs, Innovation, and Canada’s Plan for a Changing Economy
As Canada pivots its economic activity toward the future, some reflection may be needed on what we will be leaving behind in the process.
Budget 2017: For International Assistance, Less is More
In substance and in tone, Budget 2017 takes a very different approach to international affairs than its predecessor.
Is Canada Catching on to the Anti-Immigration Party Movement from Europe?
Anti-immigration parties are becoming more prominent in Europe. Will Canada follow suit?
Budget 2017: Affordable Housing
Pumping money into programs that only fight against existing homelessness may be more of a damage control strategy rather than a solution to the housing bubble.
Budget 2017: A Gender-Based Approach to Economics
The 2017 federal budget is bold in its gender-based analysis of government spending. That is a welcome step in the direction of a fairer society, but ultimately a more robust conversation around feminism and its relation to economics will be needed to achieve lasting gains.
Budget 2017: The Good and the Bad in Healthcare for Indigenous Communities and Health Researchers
Canada is globally praised for its universal, inclusive healthcare. Yet the federal budget for 2017 continues to grapple with health issues plaguing Canadian stakeholders, and some needs are addressed better than others.