Author: Jack M. Mintz

Dr. Jack M. Mintz is President’s Fellow at the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary and its founding Director. A widely published economist and public policy expert, his work focuses on taxation, economic growth, investment and fiscal policy.

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Diversification Comes With a Cost
ByJack M. Mintz September 4, 2026September 4, 2026

Jack Mintz examines the economic challenges of diversifying Canada’s trade away from the United States and why stronger competitiveness is essential to expanding into other global markets.

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Gambling Taxes: Is Canada’s too high?
ByJack M. Mintz August 28, 2026September 1, 2026

Jack Mintz examines whether Canada’s gambling taxes are too high, balancing government revenue with concerns about addiction, tax avoidance and the growth of online betting.

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