Kirk LaPointe

Trevor Tombe, an economics professor at the University of Calgary, discusses why Budget 2025 might not be enough to close Canada’s productivity gap with the U.S. He explores the potential of a $500 billion investment and the necessity of long-term policy commitment. Kirk LaPointe, a B.C. correspondent, comments on the Cowichan Indigenous land-title ruling, emphasizing the government's poor communication and the need for honest dialogue about reconciliation's implications. The conversation reveals critical insights into Canada’s economic and social challenges.