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Statement on the resignation of the Finance Minister
At the heart of democracy is the understanding that governments are transparent and work in the best interests of their citizens. Today’s resignation statement from former finance minister Chrystia Freeland brings into question whose interests the federal government is looking […]
Deepening the Canada-U.S. economic partnership
Americans have spoken, and with President Donald Trump’s decisive re-election, the United States has sent a clear message to its partners and allies: America is prioritizing economic resilience, energy security, and strategic independence. Canada, as America’s closest ally, must rise […]
Emissions cap will make Canadians poorer and harm energy ties with the U.S.
At a time when Canada’s economy is stalling, imposing an oil and gas emissions cap will only make Canadians poorer. Strong climate action requires a strong economy. This cap will leave us with neither. Today’s announcement ahead of the U.S. […]
Honouring the life and legacy of Tom Donohue
The United States and the global business community has lost a fearless leader with a generous heart. As the CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for nearly a quarter century, Tom Donohue changed the way the private and public […]
North American business groups call for government to prevent air travel disruption
The following is a statement from the Business Council of Canada, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. OTTAWA, ON — “The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Business Council of Canada are […]
Digital services tax risks serious economic consequences
For more than two years, the Business Council of Canada has warned that the unilateral imposition of a digital services tax (DST) risked triggering a retaliatory response from the United States. Today’s announcement confirms the Canadian government’s decision to break […]
The federal government must act to avoid a Canada-wide rail stoppage
Joint statement from the Business Council of Canada, Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters. OTTAWA, AUGUST 21, 2024 – With a full shutdown of Canada’s rail network less than 24 hours away, […]
The lives and livelihoods of Canadians depend on rail
Today the Canada Industrial Relations Board acknowledged that a rail work stoppage would result in “economic hardship” and would possibly cause “harm to Canada’s global reputation as a reliable trading partner.” Rail is the backbone of the Canadian economy. Businesses […]
Latest defence announcement falls short
Today’s announcement that the federal government “expects” to honour – by 2032 – Canada’s commitment to spend two per cent of GDP on defence fails to include any details on how that target will be achieved. In addition, the announcement […]
Unilateral Digital Service Tax risks retaliatory action from the United States
Canada’s leading employers are extremely concerned that the federal government has decided to enact a digital services tax (DST) outside of the OECD global tax framework. As we have warned the government repeatedly, this unilateral move puts our country at […]