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Alex MacDonald

Last published Dec. 2025 · On our record since 2025

Where this writer stands

Defence2 pieces

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“space defence deserves priority – warranting at least 5 per cent of the targeted 5 per cent, or $7.5-billion annually by 2035.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Budget 2025 aims to relaunch Canada's space ambitions, quite literally. In addition to the ESA announcement, the budget allocates $182.6 million for domestic orbital launch capabilities, most likely to build two Atlantic Canada spaceports.” Read the piece

Trade1 piece

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“the world Canada wants to be a serious space player again, and wants to partner with its allies beyond the United States.” Read the piece

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