CCPA — Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
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The CCPA is Canada's leading progressive policy research institute. We offer independent, non-partisan research on social, economic & climate justice.
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"Il a suffi, au début de l’année, d’un peu plus de huit heures aux 100 p.-d.g. les mieux payés au Canada pour empocher l’équivalent du salaire annuel moyen des travailleurs, selon une étude du @policyalternatives.ca." #inégalité www.ledevoir.com/economie/947...
Les nombreux visages de la crise des inégalités
Elle s’observe aussi bien en matière de richesse que de services publics, d’environnement et de démocratie.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:35 PM
"Il a suffi, au début de l’année, d’un peu plus de huit heures aux 100 p.-d.g. les mieux payés au Canada pour empocher l’équivalent du salaire annuel moyen des travailleurs, selon une étude du @policyalternatives.ca." #inégalité www.ledevoir.com/economie/947...
The use of tech in the workplace has always been a struggle over who benefits + who controls it.
In an age of AI, those struggles are more important than ever.
Read Reviving Ned Ludd by Jon Milton, from the latest issue of the Monitor @policyalternatives.ca
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In an age of AI, those struggles are more important than ever.
Read Reviving Ned Ludd by Jon Milton, from the latest issue of the Monitor @policyalternatives.ca
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Reviving Ned Ludd - CCPA
Towards a worker sovereignty over technological development.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:45 PM
The use of tech in the workplace has always been a struggle over who benefits + who controls it.
In an age of AI, those struggles are more important than ever.
Read Reviving Ned Ludd by Jon Milton, from the latest issue of the Monitor @policyalternatives.ca
www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
In an age of AI, those struggles are more important than ever.
Read Reviving Ned Ludd by Jon Milton, from the latest issue of the Monitor @policyalternatives.ca
www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
Since the U.S. abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Canadian elites have been trying to use the crisis to build more bitumen pipelines. Their strategy is foolish—and won't help Canada decouple from the United States. @marclee.bsky.social #pipelines
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A new pipeline is the wrong response to the U.S. takeover of Venezuela - CCPA
Immediately after Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was apprehended by United States President Trump, the Globe and Mail editorial board quickly pivoted from condemning the action to promoting a new...
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January 9, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Since the U.S. abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Canadian elites have been trying to use the crisis to build more bitumen pipelines. Their strategy is foolish—and won't help Canada decouple from the United States. @marclee.bsky.social #pipelines
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Canada Post is already efficient compared with postal services in other countries. More cuts will only lead to managed decline
By @rromard.bsky.social @policyalternatives.ca therosetowneagle.ca/politicslaw/...
By @rromard.bsky.social @policyalternatives.ca therosetowneagle.ca/politicslaw/...
Is Canada Post really “too expensive”?
The numbers tell a story most Canadians haven’t been shown
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January 8, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Canada Post is already efficient compared with postal services in other countries. More cuts will only lead to managed decline
By @rromard.bsky.social @policyalternatives.ca therosetowneagle.ca/politicslaw/...
By @rromard.bsky.social @policyalternatives.ca therosetowneagle.ca/politicslaw/...
New from @ccpa-tirp.bsky.social: A look at possible scenarios for what the next year looks like in Canada-U.S. trade relations, where the field of possibilities is wide open and unpredictable. By Stuart Trew #CanadaUSTradeWar
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Countdown to the CUSMA review - CCPA
There goes the neighbourhood. I’m talking about the Western Hemisphere, America’s “backyard” in the now fully operational Donroe Doctrine. Canada-U.S. relations, a constant preoccupation of public deb...
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January 8, 2026 at 8:03 PM
New from @ccpa-tirp.bsky.social: A look at possible scenarios for what the next year looks like in Canada-U.S. trade relations, where the field of possibilities is wide open and unpredictable. By Stuart Trew #CanadaUSTradeWar
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If Canada is serious about digital sovereignty, it is going to need to address the barriers to sovereignty in its trade agreement with the U.S.
From the latest issue of the Monitor ➡️ Read The trade war goes digital by @kaylietiessen.bsky.social: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
From the latest issue of the Monitor ➡️ Read The trade war goes digital by @kaylietiessen.bsky.social: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
The trade war goes digital - CCPA
Notes on how trade agreements prevent Canada from exercising digital sovereignty.
www.policyalternatives.ca
January 8, 2026 at 6:47 PM
If Canada is serious about digital sovereignty, it is going to need to address the barriers to sovereignty in its trade agreement with the U.S.
From the latest issue of the Monitor ➡️ Read The trade war goes digital by @kaylietiessen.bsky.social: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
From the latest issue of the Monitor ➡️ Read The trade war goes digital by @kaylietiessen.bsky.social: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
Can vocal improvisation (not quite singing) play a role in healing social and political divides? Three accomplished former politicians, from three different Canadian political parties, try the experiment. One of them is the CCPA's own exec director @peggynash.bsky.social. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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January 8, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Can vocal improvisation (not quite singing) play a role in healing social and political divides? Three accomplished former politicians, from three different Canadian political parties, try the experiment. One of them is the CCPA's own exec director @peggynash.bsky.social. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
ICYMI: "According to a @policyalternatives.ca report, Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2-million in 2024, 248 times more than the average worker’s salary of $65,548.
This represents the biggest pay gap in Canadian history." #inequality cultmtl.com/2026/01/cana...
This represents the biggest pay gap in Canadian history." #inequality cultmtl.com/2026/01/cana...
Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs now make 248 times more than the average worker
The average yearly earnings of Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs was $16.2-million in 2024, 248 times more than the average worker.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:22 PM
ICYMI: "According to a @policyalternatives.ca report, Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2-million in 2024, 248 times more than the average worker’s salary of $65,548.
This represents the biggest pay gap in Canadian history." #inequality cultmtl.com/2026/01/cana...
This represents the biggest pay gap in Canadian history." #inequality cultmtl.com/2026/01/cana...
In March, @policyalternatives.ca released a report that found local news coverage across Canada was in a steep decline. [Read the report ➡️ www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
MUN's campus radio station is hoping to adapt amid financial troubles | CBC News
Memorial University's campus radio station has been broadcasting in St. John's for 50 years. But as students turn away from traditional media, the non-profit station is encountering financial problems...
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January 7, 2026 at 10:20 PM
In March, @policyalternatives.ca released a report that found local news coverage across Canada was in a steep decline. [Read the report ➡️ www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
ICYMI: "A recent @ccpanovascotia.bsky.social study says the provincial government has met funding targets in a bilateral agreement with the feds but there are challenges when it comes to affordable fees and enough regulated childcare spaces." #NSpoli www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/nov...
Many Nova Scotia families struggling to find daycare spaces
Many Nova Scotia families are struggling to find daycare spaces.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 7, 2026 at 10:17 PM
ICYMI: "A recent @ccpanovascotia.bsky.social study says the provincial government has met funding targets in a bilateral agreement with the feds but there are challenges when it comes to affordable fees and enough regulated childcare spaces." #NSpoli www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/nov...
It's time for Canadian governments to assert sovereignty in the vitally important digital sphere, which is dominated by the United States.
From the latest edition of the Monitor: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty by Jon Milton @policyalternatives.ca www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
From the latest edition of the Monitor: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty by Jon Milton @policyalternatives.ca www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
No sovereignty without digital sovereignty - CCPA
The digital sphere is one of the most key components of sovereignty in the 21st century.
www.policyalternatives.ca
January 7, 2026 at 3:33 PM
It's time for Canadian governments to assert sovereignty in the vitally important digital sphere, which is dominated by the United States.
From the latest edition of the Monitor: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty by Jon Milton @policyalternatives.ca www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
From the latest edition of the Monitor: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty by Jon Milton @policyalternatives.ca www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
Les banques postales ont fait leurs preuves, et il y a un potentiel indéniable au Canada. Tout ce qui manque, c’est le courage politique de mettre la machine en marche. Écrit par @rromard.bsky.social
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Une banque postale au Canada en chiffres - CCPA
Parmi les nombreuses propositions pour transformer Postes Canada, la banque postale est souvent celle qui retient l’attention. Une telle initiative cible de multiples problèmes de société en même temp...
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January 6, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Les banques postales ont fait leurs preuves, et il y a un potentiel indéniable au Canada. Tout ce qui manque, c’est le courage politique de mettre la machine en marche. Écrit par @rromard.bsky.social
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Two of Canada’s most progressive economists, @davidmaccdn.bsky.social & @dtcochrane.bsky.social, agree: CEO pay isn’t about productivity. It’s about power.
New data from the @policyalternatives.ca's report shows who’s really paying the price.
Report: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
New data from the @policyalternatives.ca's report shows who’s really paying the price.
Report: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
January 5, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Two of Canada’s most progressive economists, @davidmaccdn.bsky.social & @dtcochrane.bsky.social, agree: CEO pay isn’t about productivity. It’s about power.
New data from the @policyalternatives.ca's report shows who’s really paying the price.
Report: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
New data from the @policyalternatives.ca's report shows who’s really paying the price.
Report: www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
ICYMI: CEO pay gap with workers continues to widen, report from @policyalternatives.ca shows. @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlFO...
CEO pay gap with workers continues to widen, report shows
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January 5, 2026 at 6:34 PM
ICYMI: CEO pay gap with workers continues to widen, report from @policyalternatives.ca shows. @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlFO...
ICYMI: Niall Harney, a senior researcher at @ccpamb.bsky.social, said Hydro rate increases are unavoidable. But he supports the Consumers Coalition’s call for a program to [help] low-income Manitobans. www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Public Utilities Board approves 4 per cent rate hike, higher than Manitoba Hydro requested
The Public Utilities Board said it had no choice but to approve a higher general rate increase than Manitoba Hydro had requested because the Crown utility is in a financial bind thanks to prolonged dr...
www.winnipegfreepress.com
January 5, 2026 at 6:20 PM
ICYMI: Niall Harney, a senior researcher at @ccpamb.bsky.social, said Hydro rate increases are unavoidable. But he supports the Consumers Coalition’s call for a program to [help] low-income Manitobans. www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Top executives in Canada earn 248 times more than the average worker #inequality @policyalternatives.ca globalnews.ca/video/115997...
Business Matters: The 100 highest-paid CEOs in Canada made an average of 16.2M in 2024 | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Business Matters: The 100 highest-paid CEOs in Canada made an average of 16.2M in 2024 Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
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January 5, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Top executives in Canada earn 248 times more than the average worker #inequality @policyalternatives.ca globalnews.ca/video/115997...
ICYMI: "Canada’s response to...Trump’s trade war has been to double down on oil and gas + mining. [But Canada should] develop a comprehensive economic strategy that adds value to our resources through advanced manufacturing + technology." @marclee.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/business/int...
More tariffs, more problems: 12 charts to watch in Year 2 of the trade war
A trade deal with Trump is still elusive, so Canadian businesses must keep adapting in 2026. We asked economists and analysts what’s at stake
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January 5, 2026 at 3:54 PM
ICYMI: "Canada’s response to...Trump’s trade war has been to double down on oil and gas + mining. [But Canada should] develop a comprehensive economic strategy that adds value to our resources through advanced manufacturing + technology." @marclee.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/business/int...
Check out the newest issue of the Monitor, for Winter 2026: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty #cdnpoli www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
The Monitor – Winter 2026 - CCPA
These days, there are many reminders to hold on to this one precious thing: our democracy. Not just ticking a box at election time, but working in between elections to protect the systems in place to ...
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January 5, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Check out the newest issue of the Monitor, for Winter 2026: No sovereignty without digital sovereignty #cdnpoli www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
88% of Canadians surveyed in 2021 wanted a wealth tax.
“The wealthy would continue to get wealthier... just at a slower pace and in the meantime raise tens of billions of dollars a year to fund things we desperately need," @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/02/n...
“The wealthy would continue to get wealthier... just at a slower pace and in the meantime raise tens of billions of dollars a year to fund things we desperately need," @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/02/n...
CEO pay hit a record high in 2024
Canada's top 100 CEOs set new record for average earnings in 2024 while Canadians fell further behind inflation.
www.nationalobserver.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:25 PM
88% of Canadians surveyed in 2021 wanted a wealth tax.
“The wealthy would continue to get wealthier... just at a slower pace and in the meantime raise tens of billions of dollars a year to fund things we desperately need," @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/02/n...
“The wealthy would continue to get wealthier... just at a slower pace and in the meantime raise tens of billions of dollars a year to fund things we desperately need," @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/02/n...
«Les principaux PDG gagnent 7812$ de l’heure, il ne faut donc qu’un peu plus de huit heures pour gagner le salaire annuel d’un travailleur moyen», confirme l’économiste principal au @policyalternatives.ca, @davidmaccdn.bsky.social. www.journaldequebec.com/2026/01/02/l...
Les PDG gagnent 248 fois plus d’argent qu’un travailleur moyen
Les 100 dirigeants d’entreprise les mieux payés du Canada gagnent 248 fois plus d’argent qu’un travailleur au salaire moyen de 65 548$.
www.journaldequebec.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:07 PM
«Les principaux PDG gagnent 7812$ de l’heure, il ne faut donc qu’un peu plus de huit heures pour gagner le salaire annuel d’un travailleur moyen», confirme l’économiste principal au @policyalternatives.ca, @davidmaccdn.bsky.social. www.journaldequebec.com/2026/01/02/l...
"Dans les années 80, l’écart était d’environ 20 fois. Dans les années 90, c’était 50 fois. Aujourd’hui, on s’approche de 250 fois." @davidmaccdn.bsky.social, économiste principal, @policyalternatives.ca ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/221...
Les PDG canadiens gagneront aujourd’hui votre salaire annuel
Les 100 PDG les mieux rémunérés au pays gagnaient 248 fois plus que le travailleur moyen en 2024, selon une étude du Centre canadien de politiques alternatives.
ici.radio-canada.ca
January 2, 2026 at 4:59 PM
"Dans les années 80, l’écart était d’environ 20 fois. Dans les années 90, c’était 50 fois. Aujourd’hui, on s’approche de 250 fois." @davidmaccdn.bsky.social, économiste principal, @policyalternatives.ca ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/221...
“The income of the wealthiest people — the richest 20 per cent of the population — has increased significantly while the income of other income quintiles has not increased much,” Quebec economist referring to new CEO Pay report from @policyalternatives.ca montreal.citynews.ca/2026/01/02/h...
Highest-paid CEOs in Quebec will earn 236 times more than the average salary
The bosses of Quebec’s largest companies are expected to earn 236 times more than the average annual salary in 2026. By the second day of the new year, they had already pocketed the equivalent of what...
montreal.citynews.ca
January 2, 2026 at 3:47 PM
“The income of the wealthiest people — the richest 20 per cent of the population — has increased significantly while the income of other income quintiles has not increased much,” Quebec economist referring to new CEO Pay report from @policyalternatives.ca montreal.citynews.ca/2026/01/02/h...
“All the extra money that people are paying at the grocery stores, paying in rent and mortgage interest, that money is going somewhere,” @davidmaccdn.bsky.social said. “One of the places that it’s going is to much higher corporate profits in Canada.” #inequality www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...
Here’s how long it took Canada’s top CEOs to earn what the average Canadian worker makes all year
By 9:23 a.m. on Jan. 2, 2025, Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs had already earned what the average Canadian worker made in an entire year, according to a new report.
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January 2, 2026 at 3:36 PM
“All the extra money that people are paying at the grocery stores, paying in rent and mortgage interest, that money is going somewhere,” @davidmaccdn.bsky.social said. “One of the places that it’s going is to much higher corporate profits in Canada.” #inequality www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...
"The gap between average worker wages and Canada’s top-paid CEOs widened to a new record in 2024, according to a new @policyalternatives.ca report that pushes for higher taxes on the wealthiest." Report by @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...
Canada’s highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2-million in 2024, report says
Gap between their payout and average worker wages widened to a record 248 times more
www.theglobeandmail.com
January 2, 2026 at 2:25 PM
"The gap between average worker wages and Canada’s top-paid CEOs widened to a new record in 2024, according to a new @policyalternatives.ca report that pushes for higher taxes on the wealthiest." Report by @davidmaccdn.bsky.social #inequality www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...
New report from @ccpa: Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs have smashed every compensation record on the books as average workers fell behind due to inflation. #inequality #wealthtax Part 2/2
January 2, 2026 at 1:01 PM
New report from @ccpa: Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs have smashed every compensation record on the books as average workers fell behind due to inflation. #inequality #wealthtax Part 2/2