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Good News! Strengthening Canada’s Economy Through Smart Diplomacy

February 24, 2025

Canada’s economy is at a crossroads. While recent trade tensions with the U.S. highlight political divides, the real opportunity lies in tackling our own economic inefficiencies. From underfunded NATO commitments to interprovincial trade barriers, these structural issues are holding back

Good News! Why Markets Aren’t Panicking Over Tariff Drama

February 11, 2025

While politicians and media react dramatically to new tariffs, the TSX and Canadian dollar tell a different story. Despite concerns over economic fallout, markets have remained steady—suggesting investors had already priced in the risks. Rather than panicking, this is a

Good News! Navigating Tariffs, Trade, and Canada’s Economic Potential

January 20, 2025

I'm optimistic—and I think the signal the Canadian stock market is sending is more important than the hysteria in the press. Canada is serious about mounting a response to the tariff threat. If we focus on dismantling our own interprovincial

Good News! Breaking Free: Bold Innovations for Canada’s Future

December 9, 2024

In a single, heartburn-inducing evening at Mar-a-Lago with Trudeau and team, Trump accomplished what the official opposition failed to do for years—completely shift the direction of the federal government. Watching this "about-face" unfold got me thinking: Are we living through

Good News! Tariffs and the Canadian Dollar

December 2, 2024

The Loonie is tanking. Again. Canadian politicians will be quick to blame Trump's Tariff threats. Don't buy it. Even a casual look at this chart shows our problems predate Trump. There are myriad reasons for this—most of our own making.

Good News! A Wake-Up Call for Canada’s Economic Future

November 25, 2024

Turning points like these remind us that pivotal moments often reveal truths we can no longer ignore. Recently, I came across a visual that hit me with similar force. Warning: you won’t be able to “unsee” this either.

Good News! Tariff Trends and Their Impact on Modern Investment Opportunities

November 4, 2024

Just as the Great Comet of 1811 will one day return to our skies, tariffs have returned to American policy. Former President Donald Trump’s 2024 bid seems to channel McKinley’s role, but regardless of one’s view of his platform, his

Good News! Why Natural Gas and Nuclear Energy Are Key to the Future of AI and Energy Investment

October 28, 2024

Investors actually have two opportunities: a long-term solution in nuclear power and a short-term solution in natural gas.

Good News! Navigating Economic Winter: Finding Opportunity in Uncertainty

October 15, 2024

Adopting a mindset of Thanksgiving allows us to shift our focus—to seek out opportunities rather than fault. It prepares us for action, not complaint. That’s the right approach for investors: lean into action and leave the naysaying to the politicians.

Good News! Nuclear Energy’s Revival

September 30, 2024

I'm hopeful that a global push to nuclear will reduce CO2 emissions and reduce costs. It is conceivable this could both reduce CO2 emissions and power carbon capture technology to help us meet our climate goals. That said, let's focus