The Carney government has demonstrated little interest in economy-boosting reforms, and has instead doubled-down on the approach that put Canada in its weak growth position in the first place.
The federal government approach of discouraging and even penalizing provincial innovations that fall outside federal preferences has helped ensure the overpriced and under-performing status quo.
If the Smith government allowed private ‘urgent care’ and family care, it could open the door for innovation and personalization.