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Cutting interest rates would reduce housing costs—and inflation

High housing costs are the key driver of inflation in Canada, and the biggest immediate driver of housing costs are Bank of Canada interest rates

On hope and seeking common cause in 2024

We can’t make systemic changes without looking at the system.

The role of financial institutions

What would an economy organized around well-being look like—and what type of financial institutions would it support?

Insights into a well-being economy

How could we reorganize Alberta's economy to serve the needs to the people and the land?

Envisioning a well-being economy: inspiration and hard questions

Another world is possible—let's imagine what it looks like

A well-being economy in practice: spotlight on Wales and Nanaimo

Economies that focus on people aren't just a pipe dream—there are real-world examples to learn from

Canada is building fewer homes today than during pandemic economy shutdown

Interest rate hikes are behind the collapse of new housing