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Trevor Melanson
Last published March 2026 · On our record since 2023
Where this writer stands
Climate2 pieces
Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first
“To keep EVs affordable and plentiful over the long term, Canada must follow through on its commitment to put strong tailpipe emission regulations in place, and fast.” Read the piece
Trade1 piece
Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“In addition to strict emission standards and letting in a growing share of affordable Chinese models, we should open our market to more European EV models, an idea multiple carmakers and dealers are interested in.” Read the piece
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Recent work
- The already-good math on buying an EV just improved dramaticallyOpinion · Toronto Star · Mar 25, 2026
- Opinion: B.C.’s updated EV mandate would have zero impact if province follows through on a proposed changeOpinion · Vancouver Sun · Dec 4, 2025
- The carbon tax is dead. Whatever comes next should save Canadians money in their homesOpinion · Toronto Star · Mar 17, 2025
- Opinion: The Liberals had a good story to tell. The carbon price carve-out ruined itOpinion · The Globe and Mail · Nov 1, 2023
- Electric vehicle sales continue to surge, despite U.S. report sales are laggingOpinion · Toronto Star · Jul 29, 2023