MBP Intelligence

British Columbia is a key player in pipeline politics, so what does this mean for David Eby and his province? Key points: * Despite opposing the removal of the tanker ban, the Eby government is aggressively pursuing large-scale resource development, including LNG and critical minerals, coupled with regulatory reforms. * The strength

Provincial Volatility, Referendums & Resource Politics Across Canada The MBP Intelligence Briefing delivers exclusive, insider insight into the policies, decisions, and dynamics shaping Canada’s political and economic landscape. Hosted by Ben Woodfinden, Director of MBP Intelligence and Senior Advisor at Meredith Boessenkool & Phillips, the series features weekly conversations

Tearing down interprovincial barriers may be all the rage, but provincial level barriers actually serve some important roles in local and distinct provincial economies Key Takeaways:  * Interprovincial trade barriers can be a necessary tool for provinces to nurture nascent local industries, create jobs, and foster long-term economic development, even if

National Projects, Pipelines and a Precarious Parliament Listen on Apple, Spotify and Amazon Music. The MBP Intelligence Briefing delivers exclusive, insider insight into the policies, decisions, and dynamics shaping Canada’s political and economic landscape. Hosted by Ben Woodfinden, Director of MBP Intelligence and Senior Advisor at Meredith Boessenkool &

In exclusive MBP Intelligence polling done with Pollara, we found that the vast majority of Canadians still need persuading on national interest projects Key Points:  * Most Canadians do not fall into the decisive “Builders” or “Process Followers” categories, they are instead “Persuadables” who sit in an uncertain and fluid middle.

“Get government out of the way” and the case for bold pro-market reforms will remain his calling card Key Points:  * Poilievre is now repeatedly and consistently using “get government out of the way” to make the case for pro-market reforms, and to present his alternative vision for governance.  * He applies

Don’t expect a grand bargain, instead expect a long dance  Key Points:  * A quick "Grand Bargain" between Alberta and Ottawa is unlikely. Instead, expect a "long dance" where Alberta may eventually accept a rising industrial carbon price. * Any significant agreement, particularly regarding pipeline projects, is