Brian Merry examines the impact of Hollywood’s interest in the surging Chinese film market.
Security, Trade and the Economy
The Security, Trade and the Economy program aims to provide Canadians with relevant and accessible analysis on current international economic policies with a focus on Canadian interests and trade security. Additionally, the program examines our country’s commitment to NATO’s mandate of encouraging economic collaboration and eliminating economic conflict.
The U.S and Canada: A Friendship, Tested
The trade relationship between the U.S and Canada has been tested in recent years. An analysis of Canada’s recent tense disputes with our Southern neighbour.
Infographic: Cyber Threats and Attacks 2014
An overview of the biggest attacks, threats and trends in cyber security this past year
The Sino-Canadian Currency Deal
Christine Martel-Fleming examines the positive implications of the Canadian-Sino currency deal at both the provincial and federal levels of government.
The Trouble With Uber
Augusta Waldie explored the controversy surrounding cheap taxi service alternative Uber.
Oil Shock in Canada
The drop in oil prices is having a dramatic effect on the Canadian economy. Will lower oil prices be good or bad for Canada’s future?
Wall Street, Your New Next Door Neighbour
The 2008 United States housing crisis was attributed to predatory mortgage lending and poor financial regulation. The areas of the country hit the hardest by the crisis have witnessed strong growth in the past year despite high jobless rates and few new mortgages being issued by lenders. According to the Case-Shiller home-price indices, in the Read More…
What Did Black Friday Reveal about the Economy?
Black Friday isn’t just about finding a great deal on an iphone- it can give economists and businesses an idea of how the economy is doing.
The Bitter Side of the Cocoa Trade
The global cocoa industry isn’t the dark place it was a decade ago, but more progress still needs to be made.
Energy Markets: Alberta’s Role & Influence
A look at the pros and cons of Alberta’s booming economy.