C.D. Howe Institute

The C.D. Howe Institute is an independent not-for-profit research institute whose mission is to raise living standards by fostering economically sound public policies. Widely considered to be Canada's most influential think tank, the Institute is a trusted source of essential policy intelligence, distinguished by research that is nonpartisan, evidence-based and subject to definitive expert review.

Most Recent Articles by C.D. Howe Institute:

Closing the Back Door Route to Cartels in Canada November 20, 2012
C.D. Howe Institute Competition Policy Council
The Middle School Report Card: Troubling Evidence from Ontario - C.D. Howe Institute November 13, 2012
Johnson's report raises troubling questions for parents and educators about the role of middle schools in Ontario
Facing Up to the Inevitable - How to Manage the Surge in Long-Term Care Needs November 8, 2012
This is a challenge best confronted now, before the first wave of babyboomers begins to draw heavily on long-term care programs, in about 15 years' time
Further Reforms to Federal Pensions Required: C.D. Howe Institute November 1, 2012
"The flaws in Ottawa's employee pension plans are so serious that these steps should - and almost certainly will - not be the end of the journey."
A Better Way to Pay Doctors: The Pay-per-Patient Solution October 17, 2012
Primary care doctors today act more as patient managers within the health system
Collateral Damage: Land Transfer Tax Takes Bite Out Of Home Sales - C.D. Howe Institute October 11, 2012
"Municipalities across the country - especially those neighbouring Toronto - should beware Toronto's example"
Why Ottawa Should Issue More Inflation-Indexed Bonds: C.D. Howe Institute September 26, 2012
Real-return bonds (RRBs)
With regards, from James Fleming CD Howe Institute September 19, 2012
How to Spur Innovation? The Venture Capital Funds that Work Best: C.D. Howe Institute
What Really is Happening with Housing Prices? The CPI Won’t Tell You - C.D. Howe Institute September 12, 2012
"As currently measured, the housing component of the CPI drops when interest rates fall"
How to Reduce the Risks Lurking in Shadow Banking: C.D. Howe Institute September 5, 2012
"Combatting the Dangers Lurking in the Shadows: The Macroprudential Regulation of Shadow Banking,"
Who Approved that Product? Private-Sector Standards Take Lead in Global Commerce August 29, 2012
FYI: A rising trend in global commerce and its risks and benefits, Regards, James Fleming, C.D. Howe Institute
How Long Should Your Savings Last? August 16, 2012
The Next Big Challenge for Babyboomers
Business Investment Picks Up in Canada August 9, 2012
But Ontario's Slide Continues: C.D. Howe Institute
Canada Must Revamp Trade and Investment Policies to Exploit Emerging Global Patterns August 2, 2012
Beyond the United States, Canada should focus its diplomatic resources on the basis of a clearly articulated business case or foreign policy rationale
Better Regulation Needed for Credit Rating Agencies: C.D. Howe Institute July 26, 2012
"Canada's response so far, like those in the US and EU, doesn't go far enough and arguably goes in the wrong direction by adding another layer of cumbersome regulation,"
How Ottawa’s Renewed Drive for National Securities Regulator Could Play Out June 28, 2012
A passport system - which would harmonize and allow for mutual recognition of regulatory requirements - could be implemented between the national regulator and Quebec.
The Unexpected Impact of Ontario’s “Tax on the Rich” June 13, 2012
"Tax increases have a negative effect on economic activity and incomes, especially for high-income earners who tend to be more responsive to tax changes,"
Who Likes Surprises? A Policy Framework for Avoiding Financial Crises May 22, 2012
"Reducing the Potential for Future Financial Crises: A Framework for Macro-Prudential Policy in Canada,"
Time to Spotlight Disputed “Grey Zones” in Healthcare April 26, 2012
A political "negativity-bias" against reform
Defined-Benefit Public Sector Pension Plans: Who Wins and Who Loses? April 11, 2012
The winners are high-flying employees who are likely to enjoy pensions that, at retirement, exceed the value of accumulated employee and employer contributions
Consumer Credit Reaches Record Levels - Cause for Concern, Not Panic April 4, 2012
Consumer credit accounts for roughly 45 percent of total household interest payments
Later Retirement by Babyboomers to Ease Economic Pain of Population Aging March 27, 2012
"The trend towards later retirement will significantly reduce, although not entirely offset, the much-discussed negative macro-economic and labour-market effects of population aging,"
Rolling Back Spending, Spurring Growth: A Shadow Budget for 2012 March 21, 2012
Trimming Financial Assistance to Crown Corporations, Rationalizing Canada's Tax Base, Restraining Federal Employee Compensation
Set Charities Free to Raise More Business Income March 8, 2012
"At the Crossroads: New Ideas for Charity Finance in Canada,"
Why Canada Should Take a Seat at Trans-Pacific Table February 9, 2012
"The question now is whether Canada can join the action."
MPs Must Lead by Example on Pension Reform: C.D. Howe Institute January 19, 2012
Fixing MP Pensions: Parliamentarians Must Lead Canada's Move to Fairer, and Better-Funded Retirements
How to Make EI Fairer for All Canadians November 2, 2011
The program slows or stops the adjustment process and deters people from moving to better opportunities
Tax Rules Prevent Many Canadians from Saving Enough for Retirement October 27, 2011
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Why Canada Needs a Trade Deal with the European Union: C.D. Howe Institute October 13, 2011
Strategic opportunity to significantly diversify the market for its high-value-added goods, services and skills, and to increase the attractiveness of its economy for investors
Core CPI? Don’t Bank On It to Predict Inflation: C.D. Howe Institute September 29, 2011
Consumer Price Index