Had anyone come across research papers that look at the link between the quality of a country’s democracy and how well politicians manage sovereign wealth funds? Do stronger democracies do a better job? Do autocracies do better than democracies?

It’s out! Proud to share the final report for All In: Pathways to Economic and Financial Inclusion for Canada, a project I worked on with the Public Policy Forum team. With a federal election ahead, let’s use bold policies to build prosperity for all! shorturl.at/Aerzj

A new FES discovery for me with the benefit of more time to read: 🧵 There are measures to get CRA to make more progress on tax-agency reconciliation (aka "automatic tax-filing"). This has been a big focus of my work along w/ Saul Schwartz & @agenestgregoire.bsky.social. 1/n #cdnpoli #cdnecon

Why do so many feel like they've fallen behind? It's not because of immigrants, trans people, the “deep state,” or any other bogeyman trotted out by the GOP. It's because big corporations and billionaires have rigged markets and siphoned off most of the economy's gains.

Saúl Sandoval Perea and I examine Mexico’s bold move to reduce regulator independence to prioritize public interest over business. Businesses in Mexico and Canada must rethink their approach, showing how their plans benefit society, not just the economy.

Want to be a futurist? 🔮 Join me, Garima Talwar Kapoor & Danielle Goldfarb on Dec 6 for a webinar on using strategic foresight to improve economic forecasts in uncertain times. Sign up here: shorturl.at/Hqgvr

Toronto's ride-hailing rules need an update—current regulations stifle competition. 🚕 Read my blog with @jjforward.bsky.social to learn more ahead of the Dec 10 Executive Committee meeting: shorturl.at/2yO9u

Have you ever wanted to learn how to use the Social Policy Simulation Database/Model (SPSD/M)? I will be offering my half-day crash course training on January 28. It will get you up and running with the program, and is a great compliment to the four-day intensive training offered by StatsCan