Toronto Star

Martin Imbleau

Last published April 2026 · On our record since 2026

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending

“The question is not whether Canada can afford to build it but whether we can afford not to.” Read the piece

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Recent work

If Canada wants to lead, it has to catch up first. That means building Alto high-speed railOpinion · Toronto Star · Apr 17, 2026