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- The Brief | August 19, 2026
Widely considered to be Canada’s most influential think tank, the C.D. Howe Institute is a source of trusted policy intelligence, distinguished by research that is nonpartisan, evidence-based and subject to definitive expert review.
The Brief | August 19, 2026
Widely considered to be Canada’s most influential think tank, the C.D. Howe Institute is a source of trusted policy intelligence, distinguished by research that is nonpartisan, evidence-based and subject to definitive expert review.
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- Trade and International Policy
- Financial Services and Regulation
- Energy and Natural Resources
Intelligence Memos
Opinion / Editorial
Podcasts
Arthur Sweetman
Ontario Research Chair in Health Human Resources, McMaster University
The C.D. Howe Institute makes crucial contributions to public policy discussion in Canada and is a key voice in continuously improving Canadian society.
Paul Masson
The C.D. Howe Institute is the premier economic think tank in Canada, and I feel privileged to be associated with them.
Peter Howitt
Lyn Crost Professor of Social Sciences, Brown University
I am proud to be associated with the C.D. Howe Institute, one of Canada’s best sources of first rate economic commentary and policy analysis.
Pierre Duguay
Former Deputy Governor, Bank of Canada
The C.D. Howe Institute is the preeminent source of objective, peer-reviewed, quality research informing public policy in Canada, and it is an honour to be given the opportunity to contribute insights to its work.
Pierre Siklos
Professor of Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University
I am grateful to the C.D. Howe Institute not only for giving me the opportunity to put myself in the place of monetary policy decision-makers through the Monetary Policy Council but for the invaluable sources of comments and ideas that have informed my research over the years.
Steve Orsini
Principal, Policy Driven Strategies
I am thrilled to be joining the C.D. Howe Institute given its international reputation as a leading independent, nonprofit research organization that is advancing economic, financial and public policy in Canada.
Kevin Milligan
Fellow-in-Residence (On Leave)
The C.D. Howe Institute combines finely-honed wisdom with fresh innovation to produce Canada’s smartest and highest-impact policy research. I am thrilled to continue my association with the Institute.
Tracy Redies
Former President & CEO, Coast Capital Savings Credit Union
This is your chance to support an organization that provides independent thought leadership around public policy issues that affect Canada.
William Thomas
CEO & Senior Partner, KPMG LLP
I support the Institute for its proven track record of advancing policy proposals that tangibly help Canada in its quest for talent, innovation and investment.
Jack M. Mintz
President’s Fellow, School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary
No question the C.D. Howe Institute has contributed immensely to Canada’s economic policy debates over the past several decades with good peer-reviewed and non-partisan analysis.
The Honourable Jason Kenney PC, ECA
Senior Fellow
For decades, the C.D. Howe Institute has been one of Canada’s leading think tanks, contributing enormously to policy debates and inspiring positive reforms for Canadians. I am keen to contribute in areas that I have focused on over 25 years in public life, including immigration, labour markets and skills, fiscal policy, internal trade, and indigenous economic development.
Report on Business
The Globe and Mail
John and Rebecca Horwood
Directors of Wealth Management, Richardson GMP Limited
Our support for the C.D. Howe is simple: as a provider of sound public policy options, the Institute is critical to fostering high living standards for future generations.
Kevan Cowan
Chief Executive Officer, Capital Markets Authority Implementation Organization
The C.D. Howe Institute sets the gold standard in research through its nonpartisan, evidence-driven work.
Adam Found
Course Instructor, Trent University; Manager of Corporate Assets, City of Kawartha Lakes
The C.D. Howe Institute consistently spearheads high-quality and timely research on relevant public policy matters. It is a pleasure to contribute to this body of research and partner with the Institute to promote economic prosperity in Canada.
Andy Smith
Senior Fellow
As a proud Canadian, I am delighted to be engaged with the C.D. Howe Institute to help build a better Canada.
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