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Stewart Muir - What Trump’s return means for Canada


The U.S. election has delivered a dramatic result, with Donald J. Trump becoming the first former president to return to the White House after a term out of office since Grover Cleveland. This election has stirred strong emotions and raised significant questions about credibility, economic focus, and public trust. Many Americans clearly felt their economic concerns weren’t being addressed by the status quo, and that same discontent is rippling through Canadian political conversations.

As our Margareta Dovgal discusses in her latest piece, a key takeaway for Canadian policymakers is that relevance comes from addressing these real economic anxieties and embracing the broad range of perspectives that many voters feel are ignored by traditional gatekeepers.

Meanwhile, on our side of the border, it’s clear British Columbians are rethinking how resource development fits into a balanced and sustainable economy. Last week, we launched our “Voters Have Spoken” radio campaign, which amplifies the voices of BC residents calling for a strong future built on responsible resource development. BC’s natural resource sectors could be the key to sustainable growth, especially in uncertain economic times.

Looking beyond, Jerome Gessaroli’s new series tackles the global emissions crisis, examining why current strategies are failing to make significant progress. His work highlights that solely domestic approaches won’t be enough, urging policymakers to explore international solutions for real impact. The first article, "The Global Emissions Challenge: Why Current Strategies Are Falling Short," is available now.

With more in-depth analysis, including insights on Canadian LNG and BC’s economic potential, this newsletter brings you essential updates from an evolving resource landscape.

Until next time,

Stewart Muir
Resource Works

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