Move over robotics, artificial intelligence, government regulations and taxation – there’s a new obstacle to job creation that few people know about.  I’m talking about the shocking number of job applicants who can’t pass a basic drug test.

…also from Michael: Home Run Growth: Where The Real Strength Lies

Canada’s economy boomed in May bringing growth to a total 4.6% for the last 12 months. The reason why? Strong growth in resources led by Oil and Gas. Nothing else came close. A reminder of how important resources are in making sure our Governments have $35 Million in cash to build things like the new “diversity gardens” just announced.

….also from Michael: Defying Common Sense

To put it into perspective, the cancelled 36 Billion Pacific Northwest LNG project was 2 times the size of BC’s Healthcare budget. That, plus the pressure to derail the 47 Billion Kinder Morgan pipeline and cancel the Site C Dam sends a powerful message that resource development in BC is unwelcome.

….related from Michael: Foreign Money Influence In Canadian Elections

One of America’s dirty little secrets, and the reason so many are growing fed-up with theiir Government, has to do with their system of lobbying. The end result beiing laws passed are more about the needs of lobbyists than the needs of US citizens. 

…..also Michael’s Mid-Week Update: A Victory? Petronas cancels $36B LNG Project –  Interest Rates UP or Down

In the States its non-stop Russia interferred with the outcome of their recent election, though proof is hard to come by. Here in Canada there’s no problem with proof that large US environmental groups did influence the outcome in Canada by openly pumping in money. Should foreign money be allowed to influence Canadian Elections? 

…also from Michael: Shocking…NO, Make that Fascinating Stats