Best Strategycorp Institute Of Public Policy And Economy Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 88: Can Real Estate Conversion Boost Housing Supply? 59:33

13h ago59:33

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Listen to our panelists Ana Bailão from Dream, Steven Paynter from Gensler, and Aidan Grove-White and Mary Ellen Bench from StrategyCorp, discuss how building conversion works, what needs to happen for these kinds of projects to move forward, the roadblocks that can hinder the reorganization of space, and how different levels of government can help…

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Episode 87 - The First Year of Mayor Olivia Chow in Toronto 18:55

1M ago18:55

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On June 26, 2023, Torontonians elected Olivia Chow as their next Mayor in a by-election. As it is often the case when a new mayor comes into office, there was some uncertainty around how Olivia Chow would govern and what the relationship with other levels of government would look like. A lot has happened in Toronto city politics since the election.…

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Episode 86 - IoT and the future of satellites 23:21

2M ago23:21

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Satellites play an increasing role in enabling the deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions in some parts of Canada. Innovation in low earth orbit (LEO) satellites reminds us that satellite technology is evolving rapidly. Jason Trembley, Manal Hauenstein and Dennis Béland from Terrestar Solutions join the podcast to discuss the emergence of…

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Episode 85 - Regulation and Innovation in the Crypto Space 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Despite Bitcoin having been around since 2009, crypto and blockchain remain relatively misunderstood. Several myths persist around what the technology is and is not. Many also underappreciate the role of crypto and its innovation potential. As crypto attracts more attention and users, a variety of regulatory frameworks are emerging around the world…

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Episode 84 - Adapting to a Changing Geopolitical Order 28:09

3M ago28:09

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International events and geopolitical shifts have massive impacts on Canada. More than ever, governments and companies find themselves navigating uncertain geopolitical dynamics. To assess what this means in practice, we are joined by Arif Lalani, a Senior Advisor with StrategyCorp’s Geopolitical and International Business Advisory Practice. He sha…

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Episode 83 - Navigating Government Procurement in Canada 33:03

3M ago33:03

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Governments spend large sums of money on procurement every year. According to Global Affairs Canada, estimates show that government procurement represents between 13 and 20 per cent of a country’s gross domestic product. Given the size of the budgets and the wide array of goods and services governments need, procurement is a big opportunity for pot…

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Episode 82 - Artificial Intelligence in the Municipal Context 32:02

4M ago32:02

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The StrategyCorp Institute concludes its miniseries on artificial intelligence with an episode on AI in the municipal context. From building permit approvals to smart infrastructure to answering residents’ questions, there are many opportunities for municipalities to integrate AI-based solutions. However, with all the hype around AI, it can be diff…

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Episode 81 - Artificial Intelligence Regulation and Innovation in Canada 33:44

4M ago33:44

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The StrategyCorp Institute continues its miniseries on artificial intelligence by looking at the Canadian context. We discuss the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act in bill C-27 and the federal government’s overall approach to regulating AI. We also explore Canada’s leadership in AI, how companies are adopting the technology and whether it will l…

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Episode 80 - The Transition to a Circular Economy 22:18

5M ago22:18

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Canada is undergoing a transformation in how we manage our waste. Transitioning to a circular economy that extends the life cycle of products and reduces waste can have significant environmental benefits. To be successful, this transition requires the right policies, investments and infrastructures. Individuals, businesses and governments ultimatel…

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Episode 79 - Artificial Intelligence Regulation Around the World 27:53

5M ago27:53

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The launch of ChatGPT has forced organizations and institutions across the economy to ask themselves what generative AI means for them in terms of risks and opportunities. Governments and regulators find themselves asking similar questions. Artificial intelligence “going mainstream” because of ChatGPT accelerated regulatory efforts and shaped the p…

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Episode 78 - Mobilité et infrastructures de transport en commun 32:39

6M ago32:39

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Le transport en commun est essentiel pour permettre aux gens de se déplacer d'un point A à un point B. Il joue aussi un rôle crucial dans la lutte contre les changements climatiques. Dans cet épisode, l'Institut de StrategyCorp aborde le sujet de la mobilité et des infrastructures de transport en commun. Catherine Morency, professeure à Polytechniq…

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Episode 77 - Mobility and Public Transit Infrastructures 28:12

6M ago28:12

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Public transportation is essential to enable people to move from point A to point B. It also plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change. In this episode, the StrategyCorp Institute looks at the topic of mobility and public transit infrastructures. University of Toronto Professor Shoshanna Saxe and StrategyCorp Senior Advisor Philippe …

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Episode 76 - The State of Entrepreneurship in Canada 42:16

6M ago42:16

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The StrategyCorp Institute begins the ninth season of Intended Consequences with an extensive conversation on the state of entrepreneurship in Canada. The CEO of Startup Canada, Kayla Isabelle, joins us to discuss the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face amid significant uncertainty. She highlights the important role women-identifying an…

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Episode 75 - StrategyCorp's Year-in-Review & 2024 Look-Ahead 31:37

8M ago31:37

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Our year-in-review and look-ahead episode is back to close out this season of Intended Consequences. Our StrategyCorp guests discuss the most important developments of 2023 at all levels of government and their significance for Canadian politics and economics. They also share with us what they will be keeping an eye on in 2024 and why.…

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Episode 74 - Preparing for COP28 26:12

8M ago26:12

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Convened under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, COP28 will take place in Dubai between November 30th and December 12th. The event is expected to bring together over 70,000 delegates from all over the world. Delegates will include politicians, civil servants, non-government organizations, industry, Indigenous stakeholders a…

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Episode 73 - Canada's Energy Transition Journey 1:06:19

8M ago1:06:19

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Enjoy a special episode of Intended Consequences. On November 23, the StrategyCorp Institute hosted a live webinar on Canada’s energy transition journey. Our panel of experts looked at how Canada can achieve its energy and climate goals and thrive. Panelists provided their insight into what this transition and the broader electrification of the eco…

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Episode 72 - Opportunities and challenges faced by Ontario’s non-profit housing sector 33:55

9M ago33:55

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Ontario faces severe housing affordability challenges on both the homeownership and the rental sides. The current conditions have significant impacts across the entire housing sector, including non-profit housing. StrategyCorp released in October its first Ontario Non-Profit Housing CEO Survey which brought to light the most pressing challenges and…

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Episode 71 - Analyzing the Alberta Throne Speech and what comes next 43:51

9M ago43:51

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After winning a majority on May 29th, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP returned to the provincial legislature for the fall sitting. The session began with a Throne Speech that outlined the priorities of the Premier and the tense relationship between Alberta and the federal government. From energy to affordability to infrastructure, the Th…

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Episode 70 - Is It Time for a Canadian Sovereign Wealth Fund? 24:39

9M ago24:39

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As interest rates rise, countries are increasingly worried about their debt. For commodity-producing states, the impact of the energy transition on their revenues is top of mind. How can jurisdictions navigate these challenging circumstances to ensure the long-term financial prosperity of their economy and population? Sovereign wealth funds can be …

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Episode 69 - City Managers in a time of change 41:46

10M ago41:46

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From extreme weather events to fiscal pressures, municipalities across Canada are facing a wide array of challenges. Having quality municipal management has never been this essential and it often begins with City Managers. Using the book The Role of Canadian City Managers: In Their Own Words as a starting point, three former City Managers and senio…

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Episode 68: Uncertainty as Queen's Park Returns 28:02

10M ago28:02

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The Ontario legislature resumes on September 25th. MPPs return to Queen’s Park after a uniquely eventful summer in Ontario politics, which sets the stage for a heated fall sitting. Alex Armanious, Fraser MacDonald and Aidan Grove-White join the podcast to analyze what happened during the summer and discuss what to expect this fall.…

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Episode 67: Getting Ready for Back to Parliament 32:59

11M ago32:59

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After a busy summer where housing, the cost of living and wildfires dominated headlines, Members of Parliament will return for the fall sitting on September 18th. StrategyCorp has you covered on everything you need to know about how the summer played out for each party and what to expect this fall. Andrew Steele, Garry Keller and Nasha Brownridge d…

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Episode 66 - Housing in Atlantic Canada 1:14:35

1y ago1:14:35

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StrategyCorp partnered with the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce to host a live webinar on housing in Atlantic Canada. Amid rising prices, this timely event looked at innovative solutions and the role of the three levels of government in tackling the housing crisis in the Atlantic provinces. Moderated by the CEO of the Fredericton Chamber of Commerc…

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Episode 65 - The Aviation Sector's Push Toward a Sustainable Future 33:12

1y ago33:12

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As countries around the world strive to reduce carbon emissions, every industry must adapt. In the transportation sector, electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly popular among consumers. However, electrifying other means of transportation is significantly more complicated and will require ambitious innovation. In this latest episode, we look at th…

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Episode 64 - 2023 Alberta Election Webinar 1:02:57

1y ago1:02:57

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Following the result of the 2023 Alberta election which saw the UCP re-elected with a reduced majority, the StrategyCorp Institute of Public Policy and Economy was pleased to host an impressive panel that discussed the re-election of the UCP with a reduced majority and what comes next for the UCP, the NDP, Albertans and businesses. With opening rem…

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Episode 63 - Innovation in Canada through the lens of policy, economics and politics 36:42

1y ago36:42

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“Innovation” is a buzzword in policy and financial circles. Every business wants to be innovative and every government strives to stimulate innovation in order to support economic growth. In this episode, we look at innovation in the Canadian context with the President of the Council of Canadian Innovators, Benjamin Bergen. We discuss the state of …

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Episode 62 - Growth in Alberta: A look at housing & the economy 29:59

1y ago29:59

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StrategyCorp continues its coverage of the Alberta election by taking a look at the economy of the province. Ann-Marie Lurie, the Chief Economist of the Alberta Real Estate Association, joins us to talk about Alberta’s growth and what it means for the economy, the labour market and housing. We discuss the evolution of housing demand and supply in t…

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Episode 61 - Notley vs Smith: what you need to know about the Alberta election 26:44

1y ago26:44

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The Alberta election is officially underway! The NDP and the UCP begin this election deadlocked in the polls. Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley have until May 29th to convince Albertans their respective parties should form government. To discuss what to expect in this election and why the rest of Canada should pay close attention, we are joined by E…

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Episode 60 - Electricity and the Transition to Net Zero 37:04

1+ y ago37:04

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This week’s episode looks at the role of electricity in enabling Canada’s transition to net zero by 2050. As policymakers and industry prepare for a greener economy, electrification is top of mind to reduce emissions. Demands for electricity are increasing and concerns around supply are beginning to emerge in some parts of the country. Francis Brad…

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Episode 59 - A Conversation on the Future of Healthcare in Canada 1:06:18

1+ y ago1:06:18

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The StrategyCorp Institute of Public Policy and Economy recently hosted a live solutions-focused webinar on the future of healthcare in Canada. Moderated by The Globe and Mail's Carly Weeks, this event brought together recognized experts with extensive experience in healthcare policy, including Christine Elliott, Jane Philpott, and Philippe Couilla…

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Episode 58 - Why ESG matters to businesses, investors, governments and municipalities 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

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This episode looks at ESG through the lens of finance, economics and policy. We are joined by the CEO of ESG Global Advisors, Sarah Keyes, to discuss the current state of ESG reporting in Canada and what the role of government should be in this sphere. We deep dive into what ESG means for municipalities across the country and explore how Reconcilia…

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Episode 57 - Improving the Financial Resilience of Canadians 27:29

1+ y ago27:29

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Earlier this year, the StrategyCorp Institute of Public Policy and Economy released a policy paper on financial resilience. As many Canadians face challenges related to high interest rates, inflation and a potential recession, the concept of financial resilience is extremely timely from an economic and public policy standpoint. In this episode, we …

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Episode 56 - Cyber Security: what should governments and businesses be thinking about in 2023? 45:25

1+ y ago45:25

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This week’s episode looks at the important topic of cyber security. The pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital tools and services. Unfortunately, as our reliance on the Internet grows, so does the risk of cyber threats. Every organization can be a target: businesses, municipalities, government departments and agencies, and even hospitals. Gov…

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Episode 55 - Economic and Population Growth in Atlantic Canada 22:26

1+ y ago22:26

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Intended Consequences begins its seventh season with a deep dive into the economic and population growth of Atlantic Canada with Patrick Brannon, Senior Researcher and Director, Major Projects, at the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council. We discuss the strong population growth several Atlantic cities saw in 2021/2022 and the role of interprovincial…

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Episode 54 - StrategyCorp's Year-in-Review & 2023 Look-Ahead 24:16

1+ y ago24:16

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To close out this season of Intended Consequences, we look back on what was an eventful 2022 and look ahead to next year. Our StrategyCorp guests discuss the most important developments of 2022 and their significance for Canadian politics and economics. Our guests also tell us what they will be keeping an eye on in 2023 and why. Some even ventured …

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Episode 53 - Canada's New Indo-Pacific Strategy 40:52

1+ y ago40:52

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The Government of Canada released its highly anticipated Indo-Pacific Strategy on November 27. The Strategy identifies five specific objectives and commits to making investments of $2.3 billion over the next five years. Dubbed a “generational response” to the rising influence of the Indo-Pacific region, the Strategy will shape Canada’s diplomatic a…

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Episode 52 - Canada's Climate Diplomacy with Patricia Fuller 22:01

1+ y ago22:01

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When it comes to fighting climate change, taking actions at home is as important as working with global partners. At the national level, the Government of Canada has taken several measures to fight climate change including rolling out a carbon pricing system. On the world stage, Canada is an active player at events like COPs. However, how domestic …

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Episode 51 - Breaking Down Ontario's New Housing Changes 46:07

2y ago46:07

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The Ontario government introduced the More Homes Built Faster Act on October 25. The proposed law marks the most significant changes to Ontario’s planning and development system in a generation. It would fundamentally alter the province’s land use planning system and municipal governance frameworks. Nearly every part of the development sector will …

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Episode 50 - A Fresh Look at Tax-Free Municipal Bonds 25:38

2y ago25:38

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In a rising interest rate environment, the topic of infrastructure financing and borrowing costs could not be timelier. There is no shortage of infrastructure projects Canadian municipalities want to undertake. However, they often have limited financial resources, which means the question of how to finance infrastructure projects is front and cente…

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Episode 49 - Keeping Up With Alberta 21:41

2y ago21:41

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This special episode is all about Alberta and the results of the United Conservative Party leadership race. On the sixth ballot, the former leader of the Wildrose Party Danielle Smith prevailed defeating six other candidates, including former Finance Minister Travis Toews and former Opposition leader Brian Jean. Join us as we deep dive into the out…

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Episode 48 - Growing Our Communities 37:36

2y ago37:36

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Intended Consequences kicks off its sixth season with a timely discussion on local economic development. Coming out of the pandemic, communities are looking for innovative and sustainable ways to grow their economy and work collaboratively with businesses. The role of the economic development department has never been more important and multifacete…

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Episode 47 - The Summer Shuffle 37:08

2y ago37:08

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With the Ontario election in the rear view mirror, a new Cabinet in place, and a summer sitting of the Legislature on the horizon, StrategyCorp digs into what’s next for the Ford Government. In this episode of Intended Consequences, we sit down with our very own public affairs strategists, Kailey Vokes and Garry Keller, to discuss Premier Ford’s ne…

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Episode 46 - The Final Stretch 35:51

2y ago35:51

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Election day is less than a week away and Intended Consequences has you covered. This week we sat down with PC strategist Kailey Vokes and Liberal strategist Brian Teefy to look at what the party leaders should do in the final days of the campaign to ensure their success, what will happen on June 2 and beyond, and if there will be any unexpected su…

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Episode 45 - Transit-Oriented Politics 52:02

2y ago52:02

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Intended Consequences is back with a new panel discussion moderated by Chris Loreto. This week, we are covering a key issue for the upcoming election: transit and mobility in Ontario. For this episode, we are joined by Michael Sutherland, responsible for Hatch’s Urban Solutions practice in Canada; Lorraine Huinink, Director, Rapid Transit & Transit…

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Episode 44 - Policy Talk: The Election’s Defining Issues 32:16

2y ago32:16

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Intended Consequences continues its election coverage with strategists Garry Keller and Brian Teefy. This week, we look at the top issues defining the campaign, how each party platform promises to address them, and which plan resonates most with voters. Follow us for more election coverage as the campaign enters the final stretch.…

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Episode 43 - The Election Heats Up 32:41

2y ago32:41

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Intended Consequences is back with the latest on the Ontario election. This week we’re joined by StrategyCorp strategists Brian Teefy and John Penner to take a look at how the Liberals could change the “race for second” into a race for government, what the NDP need to do to gain momentum, and what regions are essential on the path to becoming Premi…

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Episode 42 - The Ontario Election Gets Underway 36:25

2y ago36:25

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The Ontario election is underway, and Intended Consequences has you covered. This week we take a look at what each party has to offer Ontarians, the challenges and opportunities the leaders face over the next month, and what the path to victory could look like for each of them. We’re joined by StrategyCorp strategists Kelly Baker and Garry Keller f…

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Episode 41 - The Politics of Development 46:00

2y ago46:00

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For the launch of its fifth season, Intended Consequences returns with an episode dedicated to a major concern for Ontarians going into the upcoming provincial election: housing and the politics of development. For this discussion moderated by our host, Chris Loreto, the Institute welcomed a diverse panel constituted by Cam Guthrie, Mayor of Guelph…

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Episode 40 - Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner on the 2022 Election 45:13

2+ y ago45:13

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Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Ontario Green Party and MPP for Guelph joins the podcast to talk policy and politics heading into the next Ontario election, which is just 6 months away. In the 1st half of the episode we do a deep dive into everything from COVID-19 recovery to housing to climate change and highways. On the 2nd half of the podcast we t…

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Episode 39 - Economist Armine Yalnizyan on Pandemic Recovery and the Care Economy 1:00:25

2+ y ago1:00:25

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Economist and Atkinson Fellow On The Future Of Workers, Armine Yalnizyan, joins Intended Consequences to discuss Canada's key policy priorities for pandemic recovery. In this episode we discuss the role of the care economy in a post COVID Canada, the rise of pro-worker ideas in centre-right political parties, and changing labour trends that highlig…

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