Guide to the Economy 2022
Why delivery apps are dying
Apps like Uber, DoorDash and Just Eat are inarguably convenient, but they’ll need a new strategy to survive all of this nasty inflation
What to know about student debt
The government boosted loans and grants during the pandemic. It should cancel existing student debts altogether.
Seriously, these gas prices?
The global state of oil and gas explains the ridiculous prices at the pump. Electric vehicles hold they key to affordability.
How’d we get into so much debt?
What’s contributing to Canadians’ debt loads lately? Mortgages, of course, but credit-card debt is also on the rise.
Why crypto went kaboom
To gain credibility in Canada post-crash, the crypto industry is going to have to get serious about regulation.
Why food is so pricey
Canadians can’t think their way out of grocery-store sticker shock, but the way we view food would benefit from a change
What’s with these interest rates?
With skyrocketing rates, and inflation recently hitting a 38-year high, this is the moment for Canadians to take stock of their debts
How the labour shortage got so bad
Rather than turning to temporary foreign workers, Canada needs a national strategy to improve conditions for the workers it already has
Where did all the rental cars go?
Supply-chain issues are largely to blame for the Canada-wide scramble for vacation vehicles. Just don’t call it a “carpocalypse.”
How climate change is costing us
Damage from global warming isn’t just incurred by glaciers—it’s now showing up much closer to home
How rent prices got so high
To tackle the exorbitant costs of rental housing, cities are going to have to propose some creative solutions. Vacancy taxes, anyone?