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Patsy Rideout's avatar

Great post Fred! When I read your "facts over spin", I realize that China & other countries see that in our Prime Minister. He doesn't bellow at everyone, like the orange ball does, he knows how to be respectful & speaks it eloquently to those worth speaking it to :)

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Thanks Patsy.

Whatever people think politically, respect and steady hands still matter in diplomacy.

Kathleen's avatar

Infrastructure projects are foundational. They are a significant investment in $$ and time to build and they facilitate business, asset and people access to work opportunities and investment opportunities. It's building the country. Perfect timing!

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

“Exactly Kathleen.

It’s the plumbing of an economy...

expensive, slow, but foundational once it’s in place.

Judy's avatar

Wow! Thanks Mr. Carney! ❤️🇨🇦

Keith Power's avatar

“Yeah right, Fred…” well said!

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Knew that one was coming Keith. 😄

Frank Fulton's avatar

Great post Fred. This is the first time I've seen the news and the values of the new investment pouring into Canada. I haven't seen any of this from the mainstream media, and certainly not from any American sources. Thanks for keeping us informed on the news that Canadians should be getting.

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Thanks Frank.

That gap between what’s happening and what people are hearing is exactly why I wrote it.

Rob Kelly's avatar

Canada is pragmatic and purposeful, doing what it needs to do to survive and thrive into the future!

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Well said Rob.

Pragmatic beats performative when the stakes are this high.

Rob Kelly's avatar

Thanks Fred.

Dean Midyette's avatar

Excellent analysis Fred. This is when we discover that the sovereign wealth fund is an accelerant.

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Exactly Dean.

That’s when the flywheel starts spinning.

Rob Kelly's avatar

Carney and Canada have a Worthwhile Vision! America has never-ending turmoil.and strife!! Maybe the fucked-up Disunited States is a waste of time and energy?

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Canada definitely seems to be choosing stability right now Rob.

Investors tend to notice that.”

Jeanie's avatar

Be sure U have total control of each center before moving forward. No TIF, they pay taxes. They upgrade all utilities and infrastructure before building. Monitor their sound and air pollution Assume nothing with these people

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Fair concerns Jeanie.

Big projects should come with big accountability.

Canadians shouldn’t be left holding the bill... or the consequences.”

Mrs J Gilchrist's avatar

Oh Canada! ❤️🇨🇦💪

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Leslie's avatar

How so? A one-liner that's just plain irritating doesn't equal respectful, knowledgeable discourse.

Fred Ferguson (GeezerWise)'s avatar

Exactly Lesslie.

Roger and his comments are gone.

Criticism is fine.

Drive-by profanity isn’t discussion and won't be tolerated.

Leslie's avatar

Thanks, Fred. I truly enjoy your posts.