Why Canadians Are Questioning Their Financial Future
Is Canada still a place where you can realistically build wealth, or are we watching a shift that most people haven’t fully felt yet? Senior portfolio manager with Wellington-Altus, Martin Pelletier breaks down what’s happening beneath the surface of Canada’s economy, from housing becoming increasingly out of reach in major cities, to inflation reshaping the value of money, and why the gap between asset owners and wage earners keeps growing. We also get into what the bond market is signalling about debt and government spending, and why some Canadians, especially entrepreneurs, are starting to look elsewhere for opportunity.
Episodes
Uncontrolled Government Spending | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | 008
July 8, 2024
High taxes, ballooning government, and uncontrolled spending: these are just some of the factors driving businesses to pack up and leave Canada. In this follow-up to a recent episode on Canada's national debt, David and Jeremy discuss our nation's economic competitiveness, the business exodus, and government budgetary concerns.
Capital Gains Tax: An Unfair Burden? | Martin Pelletier | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | Citizen | 007
June 20, 2024
David and Jeremy sat down with Martin Pelletier, a seasoned financial advisor and portfolio manager, to dissect the complex issue of capital gains taxation and its repercussions on Canadians. Not only do these taxes put a burden on individual investors, but they can hinder Canada's economic growth. Can we find a healthier approach to our nation's tax system?
Ballooning Debt and Irresponsible Government | Franco Terrazzano | Jeremy Prest| David Craig | Citizen | 006
June 17, 2024
Canada's national debt keeps growing—but who's being held accountable? Franco Terrazzano, national director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, joins David and Jeremy for a compelling discussion of fiscal mismanagement, overspending, and the impact on you, the taxpayer. Terrazzano offers insights and solutions to enhance fiscal responsibility and transparency, aiming to protect Canada's economic stability and taxpayer interests.
The Admiration of Basic Dictatorship | Citizen | 005
June 6, 2024
Dive into an in-depth exploration of the Canadian government's ideology and its implications for citizens. Are we truly informed about the decisions shaping our nation as the government continues to expand? Join us as we unravel these critical issues and their impact on our society.
The Racism of DEI | Part 2 | Citizen | 004
May 31, 2024
In part 2 of Jeremy and David's interview with Professor David M. Haskell, they take a deeper dive into the "equity and inclusion" aspect of DEI. Does equity actually promote tribalism? Are we fighting for inclusion by excluding certain people? And why is crab bucket mentality so pervasive in today's culture? Get to the heart of the matter in today's discussion.