The CDHI Podcast
C.D. Howe Institute
Hosted by Michael Hainsworth, the CDHI Podcast is your go-to source for trusted policy intelligence. From energy to healthcare, inflation and the labour market, this podcast is an ongoing in-depth interview series with leading experts on the most critical economic issues affecting Canadians.
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Aug 11, 2017 • 18min
Intelligence Chat - Here's What to Expect from the NAFTA Negotiations
Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland will reveal Canada's broad negotiation goals when she testifies before the parliamentary committee on trade next Monday, August 14th. And Canada, the U.S. and Mexico will sit down for a first round of talks in Washington on the 16th. Hear from an award-winning trade economist on what to expect during these unpredictable times.
Jun 2, 2017 • 9min
Intelligence Chat - House Rich, Big-Spending Canadians Taking Gamble
House rich, big-spending Canadians are taking a gamble on the risk of an economic shock in Canada. Join us for a conversation about some troubling mortgage and consumption trends in Canada, and the implications for policymakers concerned about a hard landing.
Apr 25, 2017 • 26min
Intelligence Chat - Fence-Sitting Parents to Blame for Falling Vaccine Rates
A vocal few Canadians hold anti-vaccine views, but they are not the main reason for insufficient childhood vaccination coverage across Canada.
Sep 29, 2016 • 7min
Intelligence Chat - “Fourth Pillar” Assets Improve Retirement Outlook for Canadians
Fourth-pillar assets significantly improve the outlook for Canadian households’ retirement readiness.
Full report: https://goo.gl/rYQF0j
Jul 26, 2016 • 6min
Intelligence Chat - A Blueprint for Getting Green Tech Right
Here's how government can efficiently support the development of green energy technology.
May 31, 2016 • 10min
Intelligence Chat - Modernizing Business Taxation
The Canadian corporate income tax system has a number of problems that call for fundamental reforms, starting with rethinking the main role of the system.
Full report: https://goo.gl/qzjx6W
Apr 22, 2016 • 10min
The Common Room - Canada’s Wins and Losses under the Trans-Pacific Partnership
How would the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) impact Canada?
Full report: http://ow.ly/4mYZcT
Mar 16, 2016 • 9min
The Common Room: Bank of Canada Should Prepare Now for the Next Financial Crisis
How should the Bank of Canada start preparing for the next financial crisis?
Full report: http://ow.ly/4mZ0gy
