Douglas A. Stuart

U.S. President Donald Trump has recently suggested eliminating quarterly reporting for American public companies. He is seen here speaking in the Oval Office of the White House, on Sept. 15, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Trump renews push to end quarterly reporting — here’s what that would mean

Switching from quarterly to semiannual reporting may have merit, but as with any decision affecting a wide range of stakeholders, some stand to lose while others may gain.
A totem pole is seen in front of the ceremonial entrance of the British Columbia legislature in Victoria, B.C., on March 7, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito

Trump’s tariffs threaten Indigenous businesses in Canada — the government must take action

Indigenous people and communities are up against unequal and harmful effects that are not only economic, but also social and cultural.
Cineplex has been fined by the Competition Tribunal for allegedly engaging in deceptive marketing practices. A Cineplex Odeon theatre in Toronto is shown on Dec. 16, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim

Cineplex’s $38.9 million fine is a wake‑up call about corporate sustainability practices

By failing to manage sustainability issues such as those affecting social capital, environmental capital, and leadership and governance, companies may face direct financial impacts.
There have been growing calls for more corporate disclosure and accountability in the face of income inequality, governance failures and the mismanagement of natural resources. (Shutterstock)

When it comes to sustainability reporting, it depends on how serious companies are about making change

Many firms now report how they are doing along economic, environmental and social lines in what is called a sustainability report. But how effective are they, really?
Chrystia Freeland, ministre des Finances, présente le budget fédéral à la Chambre des communes à Ottawa, le 16 avril 2024. Le budget contient des mesures pour les jeunes qui souhaitent accéder à la propriété. La Presse canadienne/Adrian Wyld

Le budget fédéral respecte‑t‑il la promesse de rétablir l’équité avec les jeunes générations ?

Le gouvernement fédéral souhaite aider les jeunes générations à relever les défis de l’accessibilité au logement et du coût élevé de la vie. Le budget tient-il ses promesses ?
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland presents the federal budget in the House of Commons in Ottawa on April 16, 2024. The budget contains measures for younger Canadians seeking to buy homes. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Canadian federal budget 2024: Does it deliver on ‘generational fairness’ promise for Gen Z and Millennials?

The federal government says it’s committed to addressing the challenges faced by younger generations, including housing affordability and the high cost of living. Does the budget deliver on its promises?
En 2019, une douzaine d’employés de Boeing avaient exprimé des inquiétudes quant au processus de fabrication et de sécurité de l’entreprise. (Shutterstock)

Mort d’un lanceur d’alerte chez Boeing : la culture corporative nord‑américaine montrée du doigt

Les lanceurs d’alerte jouent un rôle crucial dans le maintien de la responsabilité et de l’intégrité au sein de notre société. Toutefois, nous ne leur facilitons pas la tâche.
To achieve a sustainable future that benefits Canadians, a coordinated response from households, businesses and the government is essential. (Shutterstock)

Canada needs to set its businesses up for success in the clean energy transition

In the fact of economic uncertainty, one question remains: Is it worth investing in a more sustainable Canada, or will it become just another economic burden?

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