Video – 2016 Liberal Convention Keynote Speech

Video – 2016 Liberal Convention Keynote Speech

Source: CPAC

Source: CPAC

Political conventions are forums where delegates come to listen, learn and debate party policies. This past weekend I was honoured to be asked to deliver a keynote speech at the federal Liberal convention in Winnipeg. My contribution to the Party’s dialog was to reflect on Canada, the world and the energy circumstances we all find ourselves in. Read more

Commentary – The Fiscal Pulse of Canada’s Oil and Gas Industry

Commentary – The Fiscal Pulse of Canada’s Oil and Gas Industry

Photo: Peter Tertzakian

Photo: Peter Tertzakian

Economists and analysts have been trying to find historical comparisons to the lengthy oil price downturn that began 21 months ago. As bad as 1998? 1985? Or even the 1890s? Regardless, the dual impact of oil and natural gas prices falling by more than 50% since late 2014 has led to a severe contraction in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Read more

Commentary – Oil Price Outlook: The View From the Bar

Commentary – Oil Price Outlook: The View From the Bar

Source: Pixabay.com

Source: Pixabay.com

An economist, a business school professor and a physicist walked into a bar.

They ordered a round of drinks. The bartender smiled and asked, “Is this like a three-guys-walked-into-a-bar joke?” Read more

Commentary – Oil Sands: Temporarily Down But Not Out

Commentary – Oil Sands: Temporarily Down But Not Out

Source: Alberta Agriculture and Forestry

Source: Alberta Agriculture and Forestry

While the size of the devastating wildfires in Fort McMurray is not yet fully understood, we do know that the blaze will leave a lasting scar on the community and province for many years to come. Read more