Eric Pedersen
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Eric Pedersen
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Freedom of speech is not Freedom to lie. Canada is an asymmetrical Confederation. It is neither fair nor equal. Never a Liberal voter or a Trump fan.









It is worth pointing out that none of these have been approved by the Major Projects Office and have only been referred to them. That means that they aren't subject to the Building Canada Act and there are no timelines for them to be added to the List of Projects in the National Interest. It is only when the projects are added to the list that the two-year review timeline specified in the Building Canada Act. The only major project currently under construction was approved under the previous regulatory regime. The Contrecoeur container port expansion submitted to the Canadian Environment Assessment Agency for formal review in December 2015. It took 10 years to go through the formal process. The Major Projects Office also issues no status updates so it is impossible for the public to know if things are advancing or not on the projects that are referred to it.



The deficit is coming down 📉 Home prices and rents are coming down 📉 The GDP is going up 📈 Non-U.S. exports are going up 📈 Why? Because our plan is starting to pay off. We are empowering workers, we are investing in Canada and we are Building 🇨🇦 Strong.











WOW Liberals voted to shut off cameras during an Ethics Committee meeting following a document production order about PM Carney's conflicts. This comes amid allegations he repeatedly met with Brookfield executives while serving as prime minister.


As Canada considers borrowing $25 billion to establish the Canada Strong Fund, the strategic intentions warrant significant attention for their potential benefits. This fund aims to spur economic growth, support key sectors, and foster innovation, positioning Canada as a leader in sustainable development. However, the fiscal implications of such a bold move cannot be ignored, especially given Canada's existing debt challenges. Before committing to this financial endeavor, it's crucial to assess whether the long-term economic gains can truly outweigh the risks of increased national debt. Engaging in a robust public dialogue about the fund's objectives, potential returns, and the economic climate is essential to ensure responsible stewardship of public finances. Ultimately, while the Canada Strong Fund could drive considerable progress, a comprehensive evaluation of its fiscal viability is imperative to balance ambition with fiscal prudence. The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Christopher Collins: theglobeandmail.com/business/comme…








Today, I’ve accepted the Prime Minister’s invitation to serve as Canada’s Ambassador to the European Union. I take on this role for the same reason I entered public life: to serve Canada. Thank you for your trust, your candour, and your belief that we can always do better. Read my full message here: open.substack.com/pub/jonathanwi…









