Canada is on the brink of greatness, but can we afford it?

The country’s ambitious trajectory towards becoming an energy superpower and key geopolitical player is achievable, but hinges on securing new revenue streams.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership could ensure that Canada not only meets its extensive commitments, but also emerges as a key global player in energy and critical minerals, write Michael Cholod and Geoffrey Goodell.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY MICHAEL CHOLOD, GEOFFREY GOODELL

July 28, 2025

Canada is currently on the brink of greatness, driven by ambitious economic and geopolitical objectives set by new Prime Minister Mark Carney. His government aims to transform Canada into an energy superpower, highlighted by the recent passage of Bill C-5, which was designed...

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