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Disappearing Surplus Reinforces Need for Rigorous Spending Review
The rapidly shrinking surplus and continuing risks highlighted by Finance Minister John Manley in today's fiscal update reinforce the need for rigorous review and reallocation of federal spending, says the Canadian Council of Chief Executives (CCCE).
Mr. Manley referred repeatedly to the importance of reassessing programs to reflect changing needs. Regrettably, the government has yet … Read more »
Business Leaders Offer "5 Percent Solution" To Drive Better Value From Federal Spending
The federal government should legislate an overall cap on spending growth and introduce a rigorous and continuous spending review process to ensure that Canadians receive good value for the taxes they pay, says the Canadian Council of Chief Executives (CCCE).
In its annual submission to the House of Commons Finance Committee, the CCCE proposes a … Read more »
Canadian Business Leaders Urge Asia Pacific Forum to Set an Example for the World
The members of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum should take a strong stand in favour of encouraging global growth and eradicating poverty by accelerating efforts toward freer trade and investment in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, Canada's business leaders say.
"APEC has long stood for the promotion of freer commerce and trade, … Read more »
Business Leaders Congratulate McGuinty, Highlight Fiscal Challenges Facing Ontario
The Canadian Council of Chief Executives (CCCE), which represents the CEOs of 150 leading Canadian corporations, today congratulated Ontario Liberal Leader Dalton McGuinty on his victory in yesterday's provincial election.
"You and your team have earned your impressive victory, and we wish you well as you assume the awesome responsibility of governing Canada's most populous … Read more »
Business Leaders Applaud Steps to Enhance Canada’s Presence in the United States
The Canadian Council of Chief Executives (CCCE) applauds the federal strategy announced today to enhance Canada's trade and policy advocacy presence in the United States.
"This welcome effort will contribute significantly to the management of our most important bilateral economic and security relationship," said Thomas d'Aquino, the Council's President and Chief Executive. The CCCE is … Read more »
Build on Momentum, Deliver on Ambitious Agenda, Business Leaders Advise WTO Trade Ministers
Canada's business leaders are urging members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) gathered in Cancún, Mexico next week to seize the opportunity to deliver on an ambitious agenda for spreading the full benefits of trade and investment liberalization to developing countries.
Thomas d'Aquino, President and Chief Executive of the Canadian Council of Chief Executives (CCCE), … Read more »
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