Mike's Daily Comment

Missing Half the Deficit Challenge

People saying this is a one time federal deficit are missing half the story.  It’s not just spending – revenues are getting killed. And one major problem is being overlooked.

One Positive Change Thanks to COVID-19

Talk about a 180. Suddenly we’re celebrating hard work, dedication, skills and the perseverance of not just front line healthcare workers but everyone still on the job.

If You Can’t Answer This One Question Then You Don’t Know What’s Going On

I’m not kidding. This one question reveals what the big problem is going forward.  Pass it on – including to your favourites in the commentariat. Hint – the answer won’t be found at the daily pressor in Ottawa.

Complete Show – May 16th

Mike’s brilliant take of the essence of government.  Top analyst, Lance Roberts on the danger of record low interest rates and Ozzie Jurock on whether we’re about to lose the capital gains exemption of our primary residence.

Hall of Fame Bad Idea

We’re in the most severe economic contraction in history with the biggest job losses and the BC NDP government thinks the way out is to raise the cost of rehiring the most vulnerable workers in the province.

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