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Matthew Lau

Publishing · On our record since 2018

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy7 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“The main economic argument against this funding is the standard, well-established argument against corporate welfare in general — any worthwhile economic activity does not need subsidies and economic activity that requires subsidies is not worthwhile.” Read the piece

Climate3 pieces

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“The Carney government was right to walk back the EV mandate. But it should not undo the benefits of this reversal by imposing other damaging policies.” Read the piece

Defence1 piece

Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“One area of increased spending is the military, which is very sensible.” Read the piece

Trade1 piece

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“It is time to stop the madness. Taxpayers on both sides of the border should insist their government stop subjecting them to these continual tariff beatings.” Read the piece

Housing1 piece

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“Trying to improve affordability and livability with a tax is the wrong approach. City hall should bring its misadventure with empty house taxes to an end.” Read the piece

Agriculture1 piece

Defend supply managementLiberalize supply management
“Last month, a Montreal Economic Institute study estimated supply management — which involves quotas and high tariffs on dairy, eggs, and poultry — cost the average Canadian $224 per year in inflated food prices.” Read the piece

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