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Intended ConsequencesElections, Economic Security, and Sectoral Turmoil: 2025 in ReviewStrategyCorp's year-in-review and 2026 look-ahead StrategyCorp's annual year-in-review & look-ahead episode is back to close out the 2025 season of Intended Consequences. Our expert guests discuss the most important developments of 2025 in politics, communication, real estate, education, technology, and geopolitics, and share what they will be keeping an eye on in 2026 to help us get ready for a new year.
2025-12-2222 min
Intended ConsequencesChange, Politics, and Pressure: Inside the 2025 CAO SurveyJoanne Chianello and Stacy Hushion join the podcast to discuss StrategyCorp's 2025 Ontario Municipal Chief Administrative Officer Survey . With a municipal election a year away, longstanding pressures facing local governments and Trump-induced uncertainty, it was an interesting time to engage with CAOs to hear their views. Our guests share the Survey's insights into the local impacts of geopolitics, incivility, strong mayor powers, and provincial-municipal relations.
2025-10-2027 min
Intended ConsequencesA Credit Rating Agency on Canadian Government FinancesFederal and provincial governments across Canada have been recording budget deficits for several years, which is raising concerns around their financial capacity in a time of heightened uncertainty. Deficits and debt can get very political with opposition parties often attacking governments on their management of public finances. However, the financial market tends to look at government finances through a different lens and focuses on the ability to repay debt obligations. Credit rating agencies play an important role in this ecosystem by rating issuers. To learn more about how credit rating agencies look at current financial...
2025-07-2328 min
Intended ConsequencesVenture Capital and Private Equity in CanadaThe current Trump-induced uncertainty is impacting every aspect of the economy, including capital flows. When it gets harder to predict economic patterns, investors become more risk-averse and companies have a harder time accessing capital. To get a better sense of the capital and funding landscape in Canada, the StrategyCorp Institute invited the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association on the podcast. Adriana Vega, VP of Government Affairs, and David Kornacki, Director of Data and Product, shared their insights on the trends in venture capital and private equity, and on the role government can play to support...
2025-06-1227 min
Intended ConsequencesSecteuSecteur manufacturier québécois: Trump, défis et solutionsr manufacturier québécois: Trump, défis et solutionsLe retour de Donald Trump à la Maison Blanche et la mise en place de tarifs douaniers créent de nombreux défis pour les entreprises manufacturières québécoises. Les taux, la portée et même l'échéancier de ces tarifs ont changé à plusieurs reprises depuis janvier. Ces revirements de situation causent beaucoup d'incertitude pour les dirigeants d'entreprise et les travailleurs. Afin de dresser un portrait de la situation dans le secteur manufacturier et de discuter des défis et des solutions, l'Institut de StrategyCorp a eu le plaisir d'accueillir Julie White, Présidente-directrice générale de Ma...
2025-06-0230 min
Intended ConsequencesPrivate Investments in the Ontario Electricity Distribution SectorMuch of Ontario – including most of the province's main urban centres – are served by local electricity distributors (LDCs) owned by municipalities. Both the federal and Ontario governments have recently announced measures that could enable more private sector or pension fund investment in those municipally owned LDCs. This podcast looks at the current situation, the proposed changes and what more private or pension fund investment could entail for municipalities, investors and the Ontario Energy Board. We are joined by Mary Anne Aldred, Strategic Advisor at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, and StrategyCorp's very own Aleck Dadson and Michael Fenn.
2025-03-1829 min
Intended ConsequencesPerspectives on the State of Ontario's Development SectorIn the face of an uncertain economic future, where housing starts have plummeted and residential sales are down, but demand shows no signs of abating, the key goal of the industry is to somehow make it through 2025. StrategyCorp Ontario Developer Survey 2024 Dave Wilkes, President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association, and Jason Burggraaf, Executive Director of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association, join the podcast to discuss the state of the development industry in Ontario. They provide their insight on the development financial model and the barriers developers are currently facing...
2025-02-2028 min
Intended ConsequencesMunicipal Financial SustainabilityThe StrategyCorp Municipal Chief Administrative Officer Survey 2024 highlighted that municipal finance is a top area of concern. The report noted that "many CAOs spoke of financial challenges not just in terms of the gaps and shortfalls they are trying to fill, notably with respect to infrastructure, but in the context of affordability for residents." Two StrategyCorp Senior Advisors, Michael Fenn and Tony Haddad, join the podcast to talk about the state of municipal financial sustainability in Ontario. They provide their insight on the financial challenges municipalities face and the importance of financial planning to navigate uncertain times...
2025-02-0625 min
Intended ConsequencesStrategyCorp's Year-in-Review & 2025 Look-AheadOur annual year-in-review & look-ahead episode is back to close out this season of Intended Consequences. Our StrategyCorp guests discuss the most important national and international developments of 2024 and their significance for Canadian politics and economics. They also share with us what they will be keeping an eye on in 2025 and why.
2024-12-1822 min
Intended ConsequencesOne Woman's Fight for Freedom and Democracy: A Conversation with Sviatlana TsikhanouskayaWhile the war in Ukraine rages on, another fight continues in its neighbour to the north, Belarus. In 2020, its dictator Alexander Lukashenko faced massive protests in the streets and is widely seen by the international community to have lost the presidential election to an unlikely opponent, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. Tsikhanouskaya ran in the place of her husband Siarhei, who was arrested by the authorities in May 2020. While Siarhei remains in prison in Belarus, Sviatlana, who was exiled almost immediately, leads the opposition from abroad. Her goal is to work with international allies to build the framework for a po...
2024-11-2823 min
Intended ConsequencesWhat the U.S. Election Results Mean for CanadaStrategyCorp hosted a webinar on November 7th to analyze the results of the U.S. election. Three expert panelists joined Garry Keller, Head of the StrategyCorp's Geopolitical and International Business Advisory Practice, to discuss what the return of Donald Trump to the White House could mean for Canada: Louise Blais, Former Canadian Diplomat Richard Madan, CBC Washington DC Correspondent Christopher Sands, Director of the Wilson Center's Canada Institute
2024-11-1146 min
Intended ConsequencesIs a Paradigm Shift Needed in Seniors' Care?According to the Government of Ontario's population projections, the number of seniors aged 70 and over will jump from 1.9 million in 2022 to nearly 3.5 million in 2046. An aging population puts significant pressure on long-term care and healthcare capacity in the province. It has real-life implications for seniors and their families. This episode explores whether a paradigm shift in seniors' care is needed. The CEO of the Ontario Retirement Communities Association Cathy Hecimovich and StrategyCorp Senior Advisor Philippe Couillard join the podcast to discuss the continuum of care and the role of retirement communities. They also share their thoughts on h...
2024-09-0428 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 88: Can Real Estate Conversion Boost Housing Supply?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.
2024-07-2259 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 87 - The First Year of Mayor Olivia Chow in TorontoOn 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. The City reached a New Deal with the Government of Ontario and Council passed the Mayor's first budget. To look back on the last year and discuss what comes next in Toronto, Aidan Grove-White, Fraser Macdonald and Marco...
2024-06-2418 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 85 - Regulation and Innovation in the Crypto SpaceDespite 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. To help us understand the world of blockchain, web3 and crypto, we are joined by Justin Wales, SVP and Head of Legal for the Americas at crypto.com. He is the author of a new book titled The Crypto Legal Handbook: A Guide to the Laws...
2024-06-0429 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 84 - Adapting to a Changing Geopolitical OrderInternational 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 shares his insight on what a declining western liberal democratic order concretely entails and why technology is now a form of hard power. We discuss how a changing geopolitical order impacts foreign policy and the way Canadian companies conduct business abroad.
2024-05-1628 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 83 - Navigating Government Procurement in CanadaGovernments 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 potential suppliers. However, procurement processes are often complex and hard to navigate. To explore the topic of federal procurement, we are joined by the President of AES Inc., Annie Randell, and Martin Rust, a Senior Advisor and a member of the StrategyCorp...
2024-04-2433 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 82 - Artificial Intelligence in the Municipal ContextThe 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 difficult for local governments to cut through the noise and adequately consider the risks and challenges associated with the technology. Ensuring the social acceptability of AI among City Council, staff and residents is also essential. The City of Burlington is at the forefront of safe and e...
2024-04-1132 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 81 - Artificial Intelligence Regulation and Innovation in CanadaThe 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 lead to greater productivity. Christelle Tessono and Viet Vu from The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University join us for this timely conversation. Curious to also learn about how other countries are regulating AI? Listen to the first instalment of our miniseries wi...
2024-03-2233 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 80 - The Transition to a Circular EconomyCanada 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 ultimately all have a role to play. In this episode, StrategyCorp's Elena Mantagaris and Fraser MacDonald provide their insight on the key dimensions of the circular economy. Read StrategyCorp's circular economy newsletter for more information on this topic: https://strategycorp.com/2024/02/strategycorp-february-newsletter-from-trash-to-cash/
2024-03-0622 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 79 - Artificial Intelligence Regulation Around the WorldThe 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 policy and political conversation on AI. The Director of the Center for Data Innovation Daniel Castro joins us on the podcast to discuss how countries around the world are going about regulating artificial intelligence and stimulating innovation. He provides his insight on the different approaches to AI in Europe, As...
2024-02-2127 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 78 - Mobilité et infrastructures de transport en communLe 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 Polytechnique Montréal, et Philippe Couillard, conseiller principal à StrategyCorp, partagent leurs points de vue sur les bénéfices du transport en commun, l'acceptabilité sociale des projets et comment éviter les retards et les dépassements de coûts. Ils discutent également des facteurs nécess...
2024-02-0732 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 77 - Mobility and Public Transit InfrastructuresPublic 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 Couillard provide their insights on the benefits of public transportation, the social acceptability of projects, transit-oriented communities and how to finance new infrastructures in an era of fiscal restraint. They also share their thoughts on what can be done to limit project delays and budget...
2024-02-0728 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 76 - The State of Entrepreneurship in CanadaThe 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 and Indigenous entrepreneurs play in the economy. The episode also looks at a variety of top-of-mind issues for business leaders including talent, digital adoption and international trade.
2024-01-2442 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 75 - StrategyCorp's Year-in-Review & 2024 Look-AheadOur 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.
2023-12-1331 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 74 - Preparing for COP28Convened 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 and many others. A wide array of issues will be discussed at COP28. To help us get ready for the event, we were joined by Lorraine Audsley, Senior Vice-President and Chief Risk and Sustainability Officer at Export Development Canada, and Patricia Fuller, Senior Advisor at StrategyCorp and Canada's former ambassador...
2023-11-2926 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 73 - Canada's Energy Transition JourneyEnjoy 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 economy means from the perspective of power generation, distribution, demand and social acceptability.
2023-11-241h 06
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 72 - Opportunities and challenges faced by Ontario's non-profit housing sectorOntario 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 opportunities faced by the sector. Intended Consequences welcomed three experts to talk about the report and non-profit housing. Marlene Coffey is the CEO of the Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association. Lori-Anne Gagne is the CEO of Victoria Park Community Homes and Stéphane Giguère is the CEO of Ottawa Co...
2023-11-1433 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 71 - Analyzing the Alberta Throne Speech and what comes nextAfter 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 Throne Speech touched on several topics of importance to Albertans, businesses, municipalities and Indigenous communities. Three Alberta-based experts join the podcast to unpack the Speech and what comes next. Our guests include Dale Swampy, President of the National Coalition of Chiefs, Jeff Davison...
2023-10-3143 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 70 - Is It Time for a Canadian Sovereign Wealth Fund?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 part of the answer. Elena Mantagaris, a Senior Advisor at StrategyCorp, and Matthew Bianco, a former Managing Director at CPP Investments, join the podcast to discuss the key drivers and principles that should guide sovereign wealth funds. They make the case that Canada would benefit from establishing...
2023-10-2524 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 69 - City Managers in a time of changeFrom 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 senior Ontario government executives join this episode. They provide their insight on crucial aspects of the work of City Managers, including managing the relationship with elected officials, building intergovernmental relations and dealing with emergencies related to climate change and public health. Our p...
2023-10-1141 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 68: Uncertainty as Queen's Park ReturnsThe 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.
2023-09-2528 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 67: Getting Ready for Back to ParliamentAfter 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 discuss what the Liberals, Conservatives and NDP will be focused on in the coming months and the risks they must navigate.
2023-09-1532 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 66 - Housing in Atlantic CanadaStrategyCorp 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 Commerce, Krista Ross, this special episode brought together three expert panelists: New Brunswick's Minister responsible for Housing, Jill Green, the Mayor of Fredericton, Kate Rogers, as well as Aidan Grove-White, a Vice President at StrategyCorp.
2023-07-071h 14
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 65 - The Aviation Sector's Push Toward a Sustainable FutureAs 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 the aviation sector and how it can do its part in the fight against climate change with Professor Suzanne Kearns, the Founding Director of the Waterloo Institute of Sustainable Aeronautics.
2023-06-1533 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 64 - 2023 Alberta Election WebinarFollowing 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 remarks from StrategyCorp's Alberta practice lead Elan Harper, the panel was moderated by Joanne Chianello and included Jen Gerson, Anne McGrath, and Garry Keller. In this special episode, we're pleased to present the webinar in an audio-only format.
2023-06-011h 02
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 63 - Innovation in Canada through the lens of policy, economics and politics"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 innovation policy and some of the key tools the federal government should focus on. Benjamin also provides an industry perspective on timely issues such as tax, access to capital, talent and training.
2023-06-0136 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 62 - Growth in Alberta: A look at housing & the economyStrategyCorp 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 the province and its major urban centres before, during and after the pandemic.
2023-05-1729 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 61 - Notley vs Smith: what you need to know about the Alberta electionThe 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 Elan Harper and Garry Keller, two Vice Presidents at StrategyCorp.
2023-05-0126 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 60 - Electricity and the Transition to Net ZeroThis 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 Bradley, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Electricity Canada joins us on the podcast to discuss important dimensions of electricity such as the role of government, supply and capacity, the power generation mix as well as resilience in light of climate and...
2023-04-1837 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 59 - A Conversation on the Future of Healthcare in CanadaThe 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 Couillard. This impressive lineup of speakers shared their ideas and recommendation on how to improve several aspects of the Canadian healthcare system, including primary care, mental health and addictions and the role of the private sector.
2023-04-121h 06
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 58 - Why ESG matters to businesses, investors, governments and municipalitiesThis 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 Reconciliation fit into the ESG conversation. Join us as we explore these topics and so many more to learn why ESG matters to businesses, investors, governments and municipalities!
2023-04-0430 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 57 - Improving the Financial Resilience of CanadiansEarlier 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 sit down with Tashia Batstone, the President and CEO of FP Canada to discuss the state of financial resilience and how financial planning can help improve the resilience of households.
2023-03-2227 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 56 - Cyber Security: what should governments and businesses be thinking about in 2023?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. Governments around the world are working to prevent attacks and improve the cyber resilience of citizens and organizations. This comes at a time when new technologies like cloud-based solutions and the Internet of Things bring new opportunities and threats. To tackle some of the most pressing...
2023-03-0745 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 55 - Economic and Population Growth in Atlantic CanadaIntended 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 migration and immigration. We also look at the impacts of accelerated growth on the labour market and local economic development as well as the housing affordability challenges facing Atlantic Canada.
2023-02-2322 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 54 - StrategyCorp's Year-in-Review & 2023 Look-AheadTo 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 to make a few predictions!
2022-12-1924 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 53 - Canada's New Indo-Pacific StrategyThe 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 and commercial approach to this part of the world. But what does an Indo-Pacific Strategy actually mean for Canada? What should Canadian businesses operating in the region or looking to export there know about the Strategy? To tackle these important questions and analyze the overall Strategy, we are joined...
2022-12-0140 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 52 - Canada's Climate Diplomacy with Patricia FullerWhen 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 policy and diplomacy are coordinated to work together can be a bit of a black box. Canada's former ambassador for climate change, Patricia Fuller, joins us to discuss this fascinating topic and share the findings of a new report...
2022-11-1622 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 51 - Breaking Down Ontario's New Housing ChangesThe 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 be touched by these changes. In this episode, StrategyCorp has you covered on what you need to know. Sabine Matheson, a Principal at StrategyCorp and Aidan Grove-White, Vice President at StrategyCorp, join Sebastien to discuss the changes and what they mean for the province, municipalities, developers...
2022-10-2746 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 50 - A Fresh Look at Tax-Free Municipal BondsIn 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 center for municipal officials. Join our two municipal experts as we explore how tax-free municipal bonds, a mechanism widely used in the United States, could be leveraged in Canada.
2022-10-1325 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 49 - Keeping Up With AlbertaThis 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 outcome of the race, what it means for Alberta and Canada, and what's next.
2022-10-0721 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 48 - Growing Our CommunitiesIntended 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 multifaceted. How do you ensure the social acceptability of growth? What is the role of provincial and federal governments in supporting local economic development? These are just some of the important questions our panelists Nancy Huether, Director, Economic Development and Airport Services for the County of Simcoe...
2022-09-2837 min
Matters of EngagementThe Business and Politics of Engagement, with John Perenack of StrategyCorp (Health Policy Series)In previous episodes we've talked a lot about high-level rationales for engagement, like democratic principles and moral or ethical obligations. But we haven't really got into some of the operational nuts and bolts, like the fact that there's a whole fee-for-service industry out there - agencies hired by healthcare organizations to support engagement strategy and activities.
Join us for this behind-the-scenes look at what engagement-for-hire looks like. What is the work that's involved? And how does a strategic consulting firm advise on or think about engagement? Is any of this actually useful or meaningful, or does it o...
2022-07-2649 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 47 - The Summer ShuffleWith 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 new Cabinet, the key players around the table, and the challenges and opportunities they face as they tackle their new mandate.
2022-07-1337 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 46 - The Final StretchElection 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 surprises along the way. Remember to follow us or subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
2022-05-2735 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 45 - Transit-Oriented PoliticsIntended 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 Oriented Development at the Regional Municipality of Durham; and Jonathan English, Director of Policy for Transportation, Infrastructure, and Trade at the Toronto Region Board of Trade. This episode was brought to you Chris Loreto, Brian Teefy, Alex Glista, and Chloe Ketels. Follow the podcast to listen...
2022-05-2652 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 44 - Policy Talk: The Election's Defining IssuesIntended 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.
2022-05-2032 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 43 - The Election Heats UpIntended 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 Premier. Follow us for more election coverage over the course of the campaign.
2022-05-1332 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 42 - The Ontario Election Gets UnderwayThe 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 for their take on what's working – and what isn't – as the election heats up. Follow us for more election coverage over the course of the campaign. This episode was brought to you and produced by Chris Loreto, Kyle Sholes, and Chlo...
2022-05-0936 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 41 - The Politics of DevelopmentFor 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; Leith Moore, founder and developer of R-Hauz; Mike Yorke, President of the Carpenters' District Council of Ontario; and Davelle Morrison, realtor at Bosley Real Estate. This episode was brought to you and produced by Chris Loreto, Brian Teefy, and Chloe Ketels. Follow the podcast to listen to o...
2022-05-0246 min
Intended ConsequencesOntario Green Party Leader MPP Mike Schreiner and The Green Pitch to Voters 6 Months from Election DayMike 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 talk politics, the Green's approach to the election, and what a successful result looks like for the growing party.
2021-12-0845 min
Intended ConsequencesEconomist Armine Yalnizyan on Pandemic Recovery and the Care EconomyEconomist 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 highlight the importance of access to childcare.
2021-11-241h 00
Intended ConsequencesFormer IESO President and CEO Terry Young on The Future of Energy in CanadaFormer President and CEO of Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator and new StrategyCorp Senior Advisor, Terry Young, joins the podcast to discuss the future of Canada's energy and electricity sectors. The podcast dives into pan-Canadian electricity and energy policy, climate change and COP26, the future of electric vehicles and cross-border energy trading, and more!
2021-11-1041 min
Intended ConsequencesOntario's Labour Minister Monte McNaughton Talks Trades and New LegislationThe Honourable Monte McNaughton joins us in our season 4 premiere to discuss the ever changing labour sector in the wake of COVID-19 and the future of work in Ontario. In this episode McNaughton expands on the province's plans to address the expected 100,000 skilled trade worker shortage by 2030, his bold new legislation to protect workers in a post COVID-19 economy, and the impacts on inter-provincial migration to rural Ontario.
2021-10-2726 min
Intended ConsequencesFederal Election 2021 - The Results Are In: A WebinarStrategyCorp hosted the 'Federal Election 2021 - The Results Are In' webinar on Tuesday September 21 the day after Election 44. The webinar dives into the election results, what they mean, and what happens next. StrategyCorp Principal Lisa Samson moderates a panel of esteemed strategists, Garry Keller (StrategyCorp VP), Kim Wright (Principal, Wright Strategies), and Andrew Steele (StrategyCorp VP).
2021-09-231h 05
Intended ConsequencesCommunications in Election Campaign 44: Who's Doing It Right?For the last episode of Intended Consequence's Election 44 mini-series, we have StrategyCorp Principal and communications expert, John Perenack, on the program to unpack the Election 44 campaign messaging and communications. John also shares his thoughts on politician reputation and image, digital campaigns, and slogans in the context of elections and politics.
2021-09-1544 min
Intended ConsequencesWill Quebec Decide Election 44For the second episode of the State of Play Election 44 mini-series, we are delighted to have Quebec-based public affairs consulting firm MERCURE Conseil Director, Daniel Dufort, join us to talk Quebec politics in Election 44. The discussion ranges from understanding the 2021 Bloc Quebecois and their election strategy, paths to victory in Quebec for each of the main political parties, as well as Quebec ridings to watch for on election night.
2021-09-0137 min
Intended ConsequencesEpisode 33 - Breaking Down the 44th Federal Election CampaignIn honour of the 2021 federal snap election, Intended Consequences presents the State of Play mini-series which will have influential strategists on the program to talk all things elections, including campaigns, regionality, and communications. For our first episode, we have renowned campaign strategist and StrategyCorp co-founder, John Duffy. Since he wrote the book on pivotal elections in Canada, we wanted to bring him on the podcast to talk all things campaigns and the defining issues of the 2021 federal election.
2021-08-1946 minIntended ConsequencesPaul Wells of Maclean's on Canada's (likely) Next ElectionOn our Season 3 finale, we're joined by Paul Wells, Senior Political Writer at Maclean's Magazine to chat everything Canadian politics. Paul breaks down Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's performance throughout the pandemic and sets the stage for the (likely) upcoming election by detailing each party's prospects and problems. As always, Paul showcases his colourful personality and gives a unique reflection on former PM Stephen Harper's tenure that only Canada's foremost 'Harperologist' can deliver!
2021-06-1640 minIntended ConsequencesVancouver Mayor Kennedy StewartOn our latest episode, Vancouver's 40th Mayor, Kennedy Stewart, joins us to give SCI listeners a west coast perspective on housing, COVID-19, transit, and the opioid crisis. We take a deep dive into British Columbia's artful balance between lockdowns and re-opening, what to do about surging home prices, the federal/municipal relationship in a crisis, and even discuss Vancouver's bold, but controversial, pilot to decriminalize drug possession. Check it out and don't forget to subscribe!
2021-06-0238 minIntended ConsequencesLeslee White Eye and Gabe Sekaly on First Nations EducationOn our 30th episode, Leslee White-Eye of the First Nations with Schools Collective in Ontario and former Chief of the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation joins us along with StrategyCorp Senior Advisor Gabe Sekaly. On this episode we discuss the StrategyCorp Institute's latest paper "A Critical Perspective on the Canadian Education Gap: Assessing First Nation Education Outcomes in Canada" and its recommendations around curriculum, recruiting teachers, and providing more funding autonomy for First Nations leaders. Check out the paper here: https://strategycorp.com/2021/05/assessing-first-nation-student-education-outcomes-in-canada/
2021-05-1937 minIntended ConsequencesIndigo Founder & CEO Heather Reisman on the Future of RetailYou may recognize her as the person behind Heather's picks, the CEO and founder of Indigo Books and Music, the author of the new book "Imagine It!", or from the Financial Times' top 50 most powerful women in world business - the point is Heather Reisman knows a thing or two about running a successful retail business. She joins us on this episode to breakdown what COVID-19 has done to the retail industry, where retail will go next, and how automation will be coming to a store near you before you know it. Take a listen and don't forget to...
2021-05-0537 min
Intended ConsequencesBreaking Down the 2021 Budget: A WebinarIn this bonus episode, we are doing things a little differently. Following the Federal government's 2021 Budget, the StrategyCorp Institute hosted a webinar with a panel of experts to break down financial and political implications of the Budget. Our own Lisa Samson hosts renowned pollster Nik Nanos, former Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page, and SCI's own senior advisor and former Saskatchewan cabinet minister the Hon. Nancy Heppner. They debate and discuss everything from Canada's record debt levels to the newly announced $10 a day national childcare program. You won't want to miss it!
2021-04-2959 minIntended ConsequencesTRBOT President & CEO Jan De Silva on Reopening the EconomyOn our 27th episode, Toronto Region Board of Trade President and CEO Jan De Silva joins us to talk about the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the Toronto Region's economy and how governments can kickstart recovery efforts in the country's largest employment centre. Recorded shortly after the beginning of the third wave, Jan gives an inside look at what the downtown office will look like post-pandemic and the importance of transit for the Region's future.
2021-04-2135 minIntended ConsequencesMoosehead Breweries President and CEO Andrew OlandWhen the COVID-19 pandemic hit it closed bars and restaurants around the country, causing thousands of untapped kegs to be returned to breweries. Andrew Oland, President and CEO of Moosehead Breweries in Saint John N.B., joins us to talk about the impact of the pandemic on the beer industry and what's next. From changing consumer behaviour to restrictive taxes and regulations to competing with cannabis, the beer industry in Canada is at a critical stage. Andrew speaks to about all this and more!
2021-04-0733 minIntended ConsequencesDr. Kate Graham on the Ontario Liberal PartyDr. Kate Graham had a busy couple of years. After finishing 3rd for the Ontario Liberal Party in London North Centre in 2018, she decided to run for party leader. Running a grassroots campaign and impressing many, while pregnant she might add, she finished an impressive 3rd in that race. Now, she's the party's platform co-chair and a nominated candidate in the 2022 election. She joins us to look back on those races, discuss the platform process, and speak to the future of the Liberal Party in Ontario.
2021-03-3142 min
Intended ConsequencesOntario's Economic Development Minister Vic FedeliThe Honourable Vic Fedeli joins us in our second episode of the season to discuss economic development in the age of COVID-19. Fedeli - the Minister for Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade - shares his views on working from home, the future of the auto sector, and responds to our recently published Ontario 360 paper on the next steps for investment and job attraction in the province through a new agency called Invest Ontario.
2021-03-2333 min
Intended ConsequencesNWT Finance Minister Hon. Caroline WawzonekOn our season 3 premiere, the Honourable Caroline Wawzonek - Northwest Territories' Minister of Finance - joins us to discuss the recently tabled 2021 Budget and the impact of COVID-19 on Canada's North. More than 40% of the NWT's adult population has been vaccinated as of March 1st, meaning re-opening may be on the horizon. In this episode, we discuss the path to recovery and the NWT's unique positioning as one of Canada's first jurisdictions to attempt the return to normal.
2021-03-1033 minIntended ConsequencesFormer Premier Kathleen WynneIn our season 2 finale, former Premier Kathleen Wynne joins us for a behind the scenes look at the highest office in the province. Premier Wynne takes us through her leadership and general election victories, her policy successes and mistakes, her legacy in office, and the path she helped carve for future women leaders in Ontario and Canada. This honest, insightful, and revealing conversation is a can't miss for anyone in Ontario or Canadian political circles.
2020-12-0250 minIntended ConsequencesDr. Michelle Gagnon on the Role of Public HealthOn this episode, Dr. Michelle Gagnon, a Senior Advisor at StrategyCorp and an experienced public health professional, joins us to talk about her new whitepaper Public Health in the Public Eye. The paper dissects the role of public health in Canada's healthcare landscape and provides three recommendations to ensure a strong public health system that is better prepared for crises such as COVID-19. The paper can be found at www.strategycorp.com/institute
2020-11-1936 minIntended ConsequencesPart 2 with Dr. Christopher Sands on the Future of U.S. Policy and PoliticsIn part 2 of our special two-part series on the U.S. election, Professor Christopher Sands (Director of the Canada Institute of the Woodrow Wilson Center for International Studies) returns to talk about the policy implications of a now known Biden administration. We discuss the President-elect's views on trade and U.S.-China relations, the role of Congress in a post-Trump era, and what it all means for Canada moving forwards.
2020-11-1045 minIntended ConsequencesProfessor Christopher Sands on the U.S. Election ResultsWhen we first scheduled this episode with Dr. Christopher Sands, the Director of the Canada Institute at the Woodrow Wilson Center for International Studies, we figured the U.S. Presidential election results would be known. Instead, at the time of recording, the contest was still too close to call. In the first of a special two-part episode, Dr. Sands shares valuable insights about the changing bases of both the Republicans and Democrats, the rise of blue collar millennials as a voting bloc, and what the election could mean for Canada.
2020-11-0532 minIntended ConsequencesErin O'Toole's Campaign Co-Chair Walied SolimanWalied Soliman is successful in his own right as the Canadian Chair of the law firm Norton Rose Fulbright and the 2019 recipient of the UN Association of Canada's Global Citizen Laureate award but, he's a politico at heart. Most recently, Walied served as the campaign co-chair for Erin O'Toole's successful bid to be the next leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. Walied joins us to talk about that race, the future of campaigns, and the challenges ahead for Erin O'Toole.
2020-10-2133 minIntended ConsequencesTim Hudak, CEO of OREA, on Housing and the COVID-19 PandemicTim Hudak, CEO of the Ontario Real Estate Association, joins us to talk about the recent StrategyCorp Institute white paper "Rebuilding Ontario: A Framework for Recovery." The paper puts forward 15 ideas to help real estate drive the economic recovery from COVID-19, including options like a temporary land transfer tax holiday and a home renovation tax credit. As former Leader of the Ontario PC Party, Tim also gives his thoughts on Ontario politics and the government's performance as of late.
2020-10-0734 minIntended ConsequencesThe State of Long-Term Care with OLTCA CEO Donna DuncanOntario Long-Term Care Association CEO Donna Duncan joins us to discuss a sobering but important topic: the state of Ontario's long-term care system in the wake of COVID-19. As Ontario ages, the future of long-term care policy is becoming critically important. Donna takes us through what went wrong in the early days of the pandemic, how it was handled, and the lessons learned to prevent future outbreaks as Ontario embarks on an ambitious pledge to build 30,000 new beds over the next decade.
2020-09-2344 minIntended ConsequencesSteve Paikin on Everything Ontario PoliticsIn our Season 2 Premiere, noted journalist, TV host, and author Steve Paikin joins us for a state of the union on Ontario politics. We discuss the impact of the pandemic on Premier Ford's approval ratings, the state of each of the main parties, the road to the 2022 election, and changes to the deep seeded rural/urban divide in Ontario. Steve brings his decades of covering Queen's Park to the conversation with a unique look at how today's politicians can learn from Premier's past. Don't forget to subscribe!
2020-09-0951 minIntended ConsequencesColleges Ontario President and CEO Linda FranklinOn our last episode of the season, Linda Franklin (President and CEO of Colleges Ontario) joins us to talk about their vision for the future of Ontario's post-secondary system as it responds to changing labour market needs caused by automation and COVID-19. We discuss the details of our new full-length StrategyCorp Institute white paper, "The Future of Ontario's Workers." The paper and its recommendations can be found here.
2020-06-3033 minIntended ConsequencesToronto City Councillor Jennifer McKelvieOn this episode, Toronto City Councillor Jennifer McKelvie (Ward 25, Scarborough-Rouge Park) joins us on her first ever podcast to talk about three important issues: the financial impact of COVID-19 on the City's books, the future of transit in Toronto, and actions that can be taken to address systemic racism within the City. In the discussion, Councillor McKelvie draws on her past career as a renowned geoscientist and proposes a thoughtful and intriguing green lens on the City's recovery efforts. Tune in to find out more!
2020-06-1729 minIntended ConsequencesKevin Page - Canada's First Parliamentary Budget OfficerIs Canada's deficit out of control? Can we afford the COVID-19 relief programs already in place? How will we pay back the cost of pandemic relief? Can we get back to budget balance? What does a proper fiscal recovery look like? The COVID-19 pandemic has simply uprooted Canada's fiscal plan. Kevin Page, President and CEO of the Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy and Canada's first ever Parliamentary Budget Officer, joins us to talk about these questions and more in an in-depth conversation about the country's financial state.
2020-06-0330 minIntended ConsequencesOntario Education Minister Stephen Lecce on COVID-19Ontario's Education Minister, the Hon. Stephen Lecce, spent the first half of this year fighting to keep kids inside the classroom. Little did he know, he'd spend the second half fighting to ensure they had the resources needed to learn outside the classroom because of COVID-19. Minister Lecce joins the podcast for a fascinating talk about the decision to close Ontario's schools to protect from the pandemic, the path forward when schools resume, the future of child care in Ontario, and a look back at the recently concluded round of negotiations with the province's big 4 teachers' unions.
2020-05-2029 minIntended ConsequencesAPMA President Flavio Volpe Talks Auto and the Manufacturing Fight Against COVID-19The Canadian auto show was supposed to be the highlight of early 2020 - but then COVID-19 hit. Flavio Volpe, President of the Auto Parts Manufacturers Association put out the call to convert assembly lines for car doors and engines into factories making everything from ventilators to medical gowns. In a matter of days, they re-tooled and launched the largest peace time manufacturing mobilization Canada's ever seen. Flavio takes us through it and talks about the future of auto as we emerge from COVID-19.
2020-05-0635 minIntended ConsequencesConservative Thinker Ken Boessenkool Talks Crisis Basic Income and Alberta OilKen Boessenkool, a native of Alberta, was once described as "an election strategist and policy chef who lurks around conservative parties everywhere in Canada." True to form, Ken recently came up with the idea of a Crisis Basic Income - a temporary universal basic income that could be taxed back from wealthier people next year - to respond to COVID-19. On this episode, we discuss that idea in-depth as well as what negative oil prices may mean for Alberta's COVID-19 recovery efforts.
2020-04-2249 minIntended ConsequencesFormer NDP MP Nathan Cullen on COVID19 and PoliticsNathan Cullen, former 15 year British Columbia NDP Member of Parliament, joins us to talk about the impacts of COVID-19 out West, the future of the New Democratic Party, and he gives us an update on what he's up to - including his role as British Columbia's liaison with the Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs negotiating over the Coastal Gas Link pipeline. Nathan gives his thoughts on what to watch for in a COVID-19 recovery, a behind the scenes look at what life as an MP was really like, and a synopsis on the state of federal politics today.
2020-04-0843 minIntended ConsequencesKarim Bardeesy on COVID-19 Policy ResponsesHow will COVID-19 change the Canadian economy? What do policy makers need to do to ensure we can properly recover from COVID-19? Where can relief packages be strengthened and what policies are needed next? On this episode, we're joined by Karim Bardeesy - former Deputy Principal Secretary to the Premier of Ontario and current head of the Ryerson Leadership Lab to talk policy shop related to COVID-19. Listen to Karim's unique thoughts and ideas on everything from auto insurance relief to a made in Ontario small business lender to the need to protect equality and human capital in the...
2020-04-0137 minIntended ConsequencesOntario Auditor General Bonnie LysykOn this episode we're joined by Bonnie Lysyk, Ontario's first female Auditor General. The Auditor is a non-partisan officer of the Legislature responsible for ensuring value for money spent by government. Auditor Lysyk was appointed in 2013 in the middle of an infamous audit on the true costs of the 2011 gas plant scandal. After releasing that report it became clear that the new Auditor was competent, sharp, and determined to get to the bottom of Ontario's finances. Throughout her term she's seen her power to veto government advertisements removed and had two major accounting disputes with government over the Fair...
2020-03-1837 minIntended ConsequencesNoront CEO Alan Coutts on the Ring of FireThe Ring of Fire may be the single largest resource development opportunity Ontario will ever see. The only problem is the Ring's mineral deposits are located hundreds of kilometres from the nearest road. The Province has put aside $1 billion to build a set of roads to the Ring, but everything from negotiations with local Indigenous communities to complex infrastructure requirements have to be sorted first. Noront owns over 70% of all mining claims in the Ring of Fire. Noront's CEO, Alan Coutts, joins us to discuss this once in a generation opportunity.
2020-03-0434 minIntended ConsequencesDr. Bob Bell, Former Ontario Deputy Minister of HealthThe fourth episode of the podcast features Dr. Bob Bell, former Ontario Deputy Minister of Health and a 40 year medical expert. Dr. Bell talks about the challenges of dealing with Corona Virus in Ontario and what comes next on that front. He also touches on managing a $64 billion Ministry, the future of Ontario health care, and what drove him to become a partisan Liberal for the first time in a more than 40 year career.
2020-02-1930 minIntended ConsequencesKim Moran CEO of Children's Mental Health OntarioThe third episode of the podcast features Kim Moran, CEO of Children's Mental Health Ontario. Kim discusses the challenges of navigating Ontario's mental health system for the 28,000 children and youth currently on waiting lists for treatment. She candidly shares her personal experiences with the system and explains what Ontario can do to solve the growing backlog.
2020-02-0533 minIntended ConsequencesAmbassador David MacNaughton on Politics and NAFTAThe second episode of the podcast features Canada's former Ambassador to the United States David MacNaughton. The episode covers his time as Principal Secretary to Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty and his key role throughout the re-negotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement with President Donald Trump's administration.
2020-01-2231 minIntended ConsequencesPrologue - Introductory EpisodeThis first episode of the podcast is meant to introduce listeners to the StrategyCorp Institute of Public Policy and Economy and its podcast, Intended Consequences. It features a live interview from the Institute's launch event.
2020-01-0920 min