School Of Public Policy
MacKinnon Panel report urges Alberta post-secondary schools to rely less on government funding
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
The report’s recommendations include lifting the cap on tuition increases, and evaluating the future of under-performing schools. Continue reading
Dollars and civic pride: economists weigh in on proposed Calgary arena deal
It’s a battle between the heart, the mind and the pocketbook with Calgary’s proposed events centre deal. Continue reading
Chambers of commerce look forward to see UCP plan to turn around Alberta’s economy
Business-friendly campaign promises are a start for the recently-elected UCP to help improve businesses in Alberta. Continue reading
Fiscal experts debate how to get Alberta off boom-and-bust cycle
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
Still reeling from the recession that hit the province in 2015, the NDP government is currently running a $7.5-billion deficit, with a plan to return to balance by 2023. Continue reading
Economy and growing business top priorities in Calgary, survey finds
Recent surveys in Calgary show attracting and growing business are priorities for both citizens and businesses. Continue reading
Fiscal conservatives tended to vote against Calgary Olympics: survey
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
A recent U of C School of Public Policy-commissioned survey revealed women and self-identified fiscal conservatives generally voted against the Calgary Olympic bid. Continue reading
Pipeline politics to affect economy, two elections in 2019: economists
By Mike Le Couteur Global National Ottawa Correspondent
Frustration over Canada’s lagging oil sector may be felt at the ballot box, with both provincial and federal elections coming in 2019. Continue reading
Kenney calls for oil production cut as report paints bleak fiscal future for Alberta
While the province looks at ways to temporarily address the oil price differential, an Alberta economist has some long-term fiscal recommendations. But the premier says big cuts or a sales tax aren’t on the table. Continue reading
Alberta report on debt shows bleak future for taxpayers
The University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy released Fiscal Policy Trends Thursday morning which suggests the provincial debt will impose substantial burdens on future taxpayers. Continue reading
University of Calgary study links some sports events to domestic violence
Research from the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy suggests there’s a connection between domestic violence and certain sporting events and holidays. Continue reading