A Plan for Growth and Prosperity
Author | : Canada. Department of Finance |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 164 |
Release | : 2005 |
ISBN-10 | : UIUC:30112083110038 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book A Plan for Growth and Prosperity written by Canada. Department of Finance and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This document presents a new national economic plan to update priorities, set core policy directions, and guide future budget decisions. It proposes action on four fronts: creating opportunities for all Canadians, with a focus on early learning, post-secondary education, skilled work, inclusiveness for labour force participation, and closing the gap for Aboriginal peoples; advancing an innovative economy, including action in the areas of university-based research, private sector research & development and technology adoption, and commercialization of new technologies; positioning Canada at the centre of global commerce & networks, focussing on supporting open markets, foreign direct investment, global business networks, and world-class transportation & communication gateways; and building the right investment environment via maintaining Canada's fiscal advantage, improving tax system competitiveness, promoting efficient regulations & financial markets, improving government productivity, and promoting energy efficiency & environmental sustainability.