Mike's Daily Comment

BC Gas Inquiry’s Laughable Omission

Let’s look into gas prices but leave out the single biggest component because it might prove to be politically awkward.

 

Most People Still Don’t Get It

Apologists say that government had to do something about rising real estate prices.  Well, that’s no excuse to do the wrong thing – and in the process they’ve made it more difficult for first time buyers while reducing the net worth of every homeowner.

Tariffs Are Just Another Tax You Have To Pay

Yipee, we just saved nearly $17 billion in taxes when the Trudeau government removed the retaliatory tariffs on the US.  Donald Trump’s protectionism has done more to educate Canadians about the benefits of free trade than the entire public education system.

The Government Says Some People Need Not Apply

60% of Canada Research Chairs are occupied by women, yet the government says they need a special program when awarding research grants that in effect says no straight white males need apply.

Big Fat Idea – Spring Portfolio Re-balancing

Neil McIver of mcivercapital.com shares the techniques he uses to ensure his clients’ portfolios are positioned for the rest of the year – including some surprising shifts in stock positions.

Neil and his team will be expanding on these ideas at a FREE seminar exclusive for MoneyTalks listeners on Wed. May 29th 5:00pm at the Four Season Hotel in Vancouver. CLICK to register. Seating is extremely limited.