Columnist Bryne Purchase says lower oil prices will boost the spending power of Ontario households and help the economy grow. ...
Category: Opinion
Dean: Auto insurance bill puts the hook on roadside scamming
Columnist Tony Dean says the Liberal government's new legislation would fill large gaps in consumer protection and road safety, including in the rough-and-tumble auto towing industry ...
Dean: Reading the tea leaves on spending and savings
Columnist Tony Dean observes how the fall economic statement will be closely watched by political junkies and the financial community - especially considering the Liberals' ambitious infrastructure plans and complication ...
Purchase: Clark council takes a pragmatic view on assets
Columnist Bryne Purchase agrees with the rationale behind the recommendations that the LCBO and OPG not be sold off: There is no real benefit in ending the monopoly although they could be better managed. ...
Hattin: Nuclear refurb will ensure low prices and boost Ontario economy
Robert Hattin, chair of the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, endorses the proposed refurbishment of Ontario's nuclear power sector, saying we need a thoughtful, comprehensive approach that looks at the realities of ou ...
Dean: In Ebola crisis, lessons from SARS come in handy
Columnist Tony Dean observes there has been an pro-active, but appropriately measured, response from Ontario health officials that makes the safety of front-line health workers a top priority. ...
Expanding college degrees would keep Ontario competitive
Colleges Ontario CEO Linda Franklin writes that allowing colleges to grant three-year degrees should be approved by government, saying such a program will help more young people find meaningful careers. ...
Dean: Bending the cost curve in health spending
Columnist Tony Dean admits he was skeptical that the government could rein in health care spending but reports that significant progress is being made: It boils down to how the system is funded. ...
Purchase: Debt breeds fortune – so long as luck holds out
Columnist Bryne Purchase observes that Ontario may have largely dodged the financial catastrophe wrought by high debt, but could still get a nasty surprise if energy markets shake up the economy. ...
Dean: It’s time to get rid of red tape inside government
Columnist Tony Dean says rules governing public-sector travel expenses, training and procurement have become excessive in reaction to just a few bad apples. ...
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