Mike's Daily Comment

Finland Sends a Big Warning To Canada

Finland’s healthcare system is being overwhelmed by the cost of the aging population. Numerous reports have warned that a similar fate awaits Canada. Fact: right now there are more people over 65 than under 15 in Canada. By 2030 nearly a quarter of Canada’s population will be seniors.

They Must Think You’re Really Stupid

If a teacher is fired for misconduct – is the job lost. Of course not – the teacher’s replaced, the job didn’t disappear.  SNC Lavalin may lose jobs if there’s a criminal conviction but the projects will go on and highly skilled workers will be hired. The jobs aren’t lost just who works them.

Goofy – Canadian Groupies Swarm Obama

Even in Calgary they applaud the former Presidents efforts to derail Canadian oil productions but then again simplistic talk of “let’s all get along” and income inequality along with a heaping helping of self serving historical revision plays well in Canada.

Complete Show – March 9th

Mike talks about the social and financial cost of the diminished trust in government fueled by the disregard for truth and integrity. Celebrated financial veteran Peter Grandich shares the essence of what he’s learned over 35 years in the business. And a quote of the week that went viral from the co founder of Greenpeace.

 

It’s Time to Get Smart on Budget Announcements

Some people need to get real and grow up.  Especially when it comes to budget announcements.