Canada’s government must manage finances like the rest of us Canadians do
We have a financial dependency with our federal government that relies on it to manage finances prudently, writes Peter Watson. Financial planning advice meant to help Canadians in today’s changing world of tariffs very much includes the actions of our government. In addition to tariffs, we are entering the unknown word of artificial intelligence and […]
Breaking up is hard to do: Yes, it’s time for Canada to move on from the U.S.
Canada has outgrown our close relationship with the U.S., writes Peter Watson. Like any relationship, puppy love is a wonderful thing. But at a certain time, you know when it is time to move on. Canada is looking for a mature relationship with countries that we can trust, which have integrity, and consistency. Not with […]
Bad Financial Management Could be the Reason Canada Joins the United States
Will Canada join the United States? This has been a hot topic in the media because Donald Trump kept referring to Canada as the 51st state, writes Peter Watson. The answer to the question of whether most Canadians would want that to happen is a strong no. A more important question is under what circumstances […]
Should the Government Eliminate Canada Post?
There are many reasons why Canada Post should be eliminated, writes Peter Watson. Should the government shut down Canada Post? Please consider this question from the perspective of the Canadian public. The main financial priorities of Canadians are the high cost of living and the shortage of housing and medical care. The government has the […]