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Heather Scoffield

Publishing · On our record since 2012

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy12 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“In fact, we would be wise to head in the opposite direction, especially when it comes to fiscal policy.” Read the piece

Housing3 pieces

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“In its budget, Australia has taken direct aim at property investors who are competing with first-time home buyers and driving up prices, undermining affordability.” Read the piece

Trade2 pieces

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“In his plan to dilute our dependence on the U.S., diversify our trade and investment with other countries and enhance Canada's security, it probably doesn't feel any better than right now.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“But it will have implications for greenhouse gas emissions and the price of carbon, begging for a new policy solution.” Read the piece

Health1 piece

Expand public coverageMore private delivery
“For starters, the government could expand the eligibility criteria.” Read the piece

Defence1 piece

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“for Canada to thrive amid this trade war, we need to achieve all those goals the prime minister so frequently lists — cultivate new trading partners, develop more reliable supply chains, invest in electricity and infrastructure, bolster our defence sector” Read the piece

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