Over the last several weeks, I’ve been exploring the links between Canada’s relatively low productivity among OECD nations, the dearth of large, domestic multinationals that are global leaders, the lack of support for Canadian firms that have grown past the startup stage, and the hyper focus on research and publishing within Canadian universities and the granting agencies that fund them.
These are all important links in the chain of circumstances that are weakening Canada’s economy and ultimately Canadians’ quality of life.

I believe that a shared cultural blindness lies at the root of these challenges. Embedded in Canadians’ collective psyche and Canadian institutions is a mistrust of business. This antipathy is based on a misunderstanding of commerce.

I had the pleasure of being interviewed at the Canadian Science Policy Conference last November, where I elaborated on this issue. Dr. Sripad Joshi, PhD, researcher, entrepreneur and co-founder of Suvidha Eco Solutions, conducted the interview, which was recorded and is available on the CSPC website.

During our conversation, I offered a diagnosis of problems in Canada’s innovation ecosystem and suggested a few ways to address them.

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Join us for Part 2 of our conversation with Iain Stewart, former President of the National Research Council of Canada. In the final segment of our conversation, Iain tackles the challenges holding Canada back – from slow tech adoption to the impact of protected industries – and the priority actions we must take to build a stronger, more competitive ecosystem.

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Join us for Part 1 of our conversation with Iain Stewart, former President of the National Research Council of Canada. With decades of leadership in government on science and innovation policy, Iain has played a key role in shaping Canada’s research and innovation ecosystem. In the first part of this two-segment podcast, he shares his journey, insights, and vision for the future of Canadian innovation.

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Anastasia Mourogova Millin, we unpack bold ideas on rethinking risk, financing innovation, and protecting natural assets. You’ll hear why climate resilience can outpace market returns, how Canada can keep its IP at home, and the dangers of privatizing nature. Plus, we explore practical policies—from indigenous-led community investments to renewable-powered data centers—that could reshape our economic and environmental future.

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In part one of a special two-part episode, Anastasia shares stories from her unique upbringing as the daughter of two nuclear scientists, her decision to pursue university studies in Canada, and the pivotal moments that shaped her early career.

She reflects on her transition from traditional investment banking to purpose-driven impact banking, offers candid insights into the challenges facing Canada’s financial system, and explains what inspired her to launch two mission-focused companies: DanSa Capital and Ombrello Solutions.

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In this special episode, Jeffrey Crelinsten, CEO and Publisher of Research Money shares his journey with Aikido. He explores the skills, values, and unexpected lessons that emerged along the way, and how his teacher, Henry Kono, discovered the secret to this martial art.

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Tune in to episode 2 of the Research Money podcast, featuring special guest Vicki Saunders, founder and CEO of Coralus! In this episode, Vicki shares her entrepreneurial journey. From launching ventures in post-communist Prague to reshaping funding models for women and non-binary-led businesses, Vicki's story is one of bold ideas, radical generosity, and challenging traditional models.

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Tune in to the inaugural episode of the Research Money podcast, featuring special guest John Ruffolo of Maverix Private Equity! In this episode, we dive into John’s journey, explore the challenges Canada faces in investing and R&D, and discuss the importance of supporting Canadian youth to help them thrive at home.

Please note that this episode was recorded in December 2024. Stay tuned for part 2, coming soon!

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