Sean Speer

Sean Speer, a prominent Canadian public policy analyst and senior fellow at the University of Toronto, delves into Canada's recent federal budget. He critiques the $78B spending plan, questioning revenue assumptions amidst an unpredictable economy. Discussions include the impact of land claims on housing markets, rising employment insurance projections, and the delicate balance between defense spending and other priorities. Speer also addresses immigration's role in economic growth and potential pitfalls in investment strategies, providing a candid look at Canada's fiscal future.

Join Sean Speer, an economic commentator and essayist, alongside Graeme Gordon, a savvy senior editor, as they dive into Quebec's potential push for independence. They explore how history shows economic nationalism isn't the silver bullet it seems, warning of its detrimental effects. Gordon backs this up with a striking analysis revealing that Ontario and Quebec trail behind poorer U.S. states in GDP per capita and productivity. This discussion sheds light on the alarming economic realities that could influence Quebec's political landscape.