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- The Brief | March 6, 2026
Widely considered to be Canada’s most influential think tank, the C.D. Howe Institute is a source of trusted policy intelligence, distinguished by research that is nonpartisan, evidence-based and subject to definitive expert review.
The Brief | March 6, 2026
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Widely considered to be Canada’s most influential think tank, the C.D. Howe Institute is a source of trusted policy intelligence, distinguished by research that is nonpartisan, evidence-based and subject to definitive expert review.
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Jack M. Mintz
President’s Fellow, School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary
No question the C.D. Howe Institute has contributed immensely to Canada’s economic policy debates over the past several decades with good peer-reviewed and non-partisan analysis.
Tracy Redies
Former President & CEO, Coast Capital Savings Credit Union
This is your chance to support an organization that provides independent thought leadership around public policy issues that affect Canada.
Stephen S. Poloz
Former Governor, Bank of Canada
The C.D. Howe Institute is a legendary name. I had to read C.D. Howe publications when I was at school, and they are still required reading.
Marcel Boyer
Professor Emeritus of Industrial Economics and Fellow, CIRANO, Université de Montréal
The C.D. Howe Institute has been, over the years, an exceptional place for out-of-the-box ideas and discussions on a broad range of issues with significant impacts on public policies in Canada and elsewhere.
Don Johnson
Member, Advisory Board, BMO Capital Markets
The C.D. Howe Institute played an important role for the 2015 budget commitment which exempts donations involving private company shares and real estate from capital gains tax.
William Thomas
CEO & Senior Partner, KPMG LLP
I support the Institute for its proven track record of advancing policy proposals that tangibly help Canada in its quest for talent, innovation and investment.
Ed Devlin
Founder, Lead Portfolio Manager, Devlin Capital Inc.
I am very excited to join the C.D. Howe Institute, and look forward to helping the Institute fulfill its mission of promoting economically sound public policies in Canada.
Allan Gregg
It is an honour to be invited to join the C. D. Howe Institute as a Senior Fellow.
I have long admired the Institute’s rigorous, evidence-based approach to policy analysis and prescription. Through its thought-provoking publications and events, the Institute has consistently challenged orthodoxy, shone a light on both the strengths and flaws of current and upcoming legislation, and advocated for measures to strengthen Canada’s economy. This work has encouraged business leaders, civil society and government to participate in elevated public discourse that would not otherwise happen.
The Institute is, unsurprisingly, also home to many of the best policy minds and thinkers in Canada. I cannot imagine anything that could be more stimulating at this stage in my career than finding ways to collaborate with them and contribute to the strengthening of Canada’s economic and political landscape.
Hélène Desmarais, C.M.
Chairman & CEO, Centre d’entreprises et d’innovation de Montréal
Why should we support the Institute? Because it is only through support from civil society that an independent voice such as the C.D. Howe can survive.
Report on Business
The Globe and Mail
Ernie Eves
Former Premier of Ontario
I hope the C.D. Howe Institute continues to have a positive impact on government finances.
Ken Hartwick
The C.D. Howe Institute delivers insightful, evidence-based analysis that informs sound policy decisions. Their rigorous research and impartial approach provide invaluable guidance for shaping Canada’s future and driving innovation for all Canadians.
Gary Doer
Senior Business Advisor, Dentons; former Canadian Ambassador to the United States; former Premier of Manitoba
Since its founding in 1958, the C.D. Howe Institute has been active in economic and social policy issues across Canada.
Bonnie Lysyk
Senior Fellow
Richard Legault
President & CEO, Brookfield Renewable Power
We support the Institute because good policy decisions don’t happen by chance, they arise from informed debate aided by quality independent research.
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