Alex Himelfarb

Former senior Canadian public servant who served as clerk of the Privy Council and secretary to the cabinet (2002–2006) and later as ambassador to Italy, with extensive experience advising prime ministers and writing on public policy.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 1h 14min

Emergency Marker 2: Create New Institutions (w/ Alex Himelfarb, Linda McQuaig & Seth Klein)

In this engaging discussion, Alex Himelfarb, a former senior public servant, Linda McQuaig, an award-winning journalist, and Seth Klein, director at the Climate Emergency Unit, explore the urgent need for new public institutions in Canada. They critique the failures of market-driven solutions to climate change and emphasize the potential of crown corporations. Their vision includes innovative ideas like a Youth Climate Corps and public ownership in renewable energy and EV manufacturing. Together, they call for a revival of democratic accountability and collaborative public responses.

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