Celebrating 50 years.

Our History

Strengthening Canada

The Business Council of Canada held wide-ranging consultations with members and stakeholders to help shape how we, as business leaders, can help
strengthen the country’s economy and institutions in an ever-more uncertain and dangerous world.

A plan for investment-led growth

Pre-budget submission sent to the Department of Finance with recommendations for Budget 2026 Introduction Four Principles The Business Council of Canada (BCC) welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Department of Finance’s consultations in advance of Budget 2026. Our submission...

Canada and Vietnam: turning potential into partnership

As Vietnam’s economy grows and Canada looks to deepen its global partnerships, the time is right to turn strong ties into greater trade, investment and shared prosperity.

A new critical minerals strategy for Canada: From lists to leverage

 

Why market forces, not state control, are Canada’s edge in critical minerals.

 

Strengthening Canada in an age of uncertainty

As published on Substack The collapse of trade talks between Canada and the United States over the weekend is the latest reminder that we live in an era of uncertainty and unpredictability. In only a few years, geopolitical rivalry, supply-chain...

Canadian public finances are becoming a bet on markets

As published on The Hub Canadian government finances are increasingly dependent on markets they cannot control. This year, higher oil prices could deliver multibillion-dollar revenue windfalls. But that short-term boost points to a deeper, less understood shift: federal and provincial...

Reflecting on 50 years of business leadership

In April, I had the honour of joining past and present members of the Business Council of Canada to mark the organization’s 50th anniversary. Since 1976, Canadian business leaders have come together to share their knowledge and expertise in the service of their country.

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Strengthening Canada

Stifled by red tape

Selling to our strengths

Security & Prosperity

A plan for investment-led growth