Economic Freedom

Lexicon of Economic Thought

— Jan 1, 1989

The only complete A to Z free market analysis of public policy issues in print. Other economics dictionaries provide technical descriptions of economic terminology. The Lexicon is unique in providing a point of view. This easy-to-use reference volume, with topics set out in alphabetical order, gives instant access to free market thinking on a host of public policy issues. From minimum wages to corporate raiding, from rent control to Sunday shopping, from school vouchers to combines policy - the product of extensive research and thoughtful analysis is at your fingertips.

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Freedom Democracy and Economic Welfare

— Jan 25, 1988

In 1962 Milton Friedman, with Rose Friedman, published Capitalism and Freedom . This book contained the conjecture that there was a fundamental relationship between political freedom and the reliance on markets for the conduct of economic activity.

Religion, Economics and Social Thought

— Jan 1, 1986

Never in the annals of Canadian religious circles have theologians and scholars representing so many viewpoints on the political-economic spectrum had their views on the important moral and philosophical questions of the day published in one book.

Theology, Third World Development and Economic Justice

— Jan 1, 1985

This book is a transcript of the " Theology, Third World Development and Economic Justice " conference that was held on December 4, 1983 at the University of Regina.

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Morality of the Market: Religious and Economic Perspectives

— Dec 31, 1984

It is a rare occasion, indeed, when a group of world famous theologians and scholars with highly contrasting views on politics and economics are brought together for a spirited dialogue on questions concerning ethics, religion and the competing systems of socialism and free enterprise. It is rarer still when some two dozen eminent authorities on these matters can be captured within the covers of a single work in direct confrontation with each other. Yet the present volume delivers all this, and much, much more.

Free Market Zones

— Jun 1, 1983

Free economic activity zones, or free market zones as they are often called, have generated many economic and social benefits and have proven politically acceptable in an increasing number of industrialized and developing countries.

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Focus on Economics and the Canadian Bishops

— Apr 27, 1983

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (Episcopal Commission for Social Affairs) is to be congratulated for its recent report, Ethical Reflections on the Economic Crisis.

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Recent Economic Freedom Commentaries and Blog Posts

Canadians right to worry about ‘big government’ agenda

When governments limit economic freedom, citizens find it harder to buy and sell what they want.

Industrial Policy in 2024—another term for socialism?

Appeared in Inside Sources, June 12, 2024

In a free market, private individuals own the means of production but must take their cues from consumers.

Ottawa’s stifling policies will test optimism of Canadian CEOs

The success of any economy hinges on its institutions including its laws and regulations.

Oakville teens should learn about communism before promoting it

Appeared in the Toronto Sun, May 28, 2024

Seventeen per cent of Canada’s 18- to 34-year-olds believe communism is the ideal economic system.

Central planning from the inside—an interview with a Soviet-era economist

When more resources are controlled by politicians and the bureaucracy, there's more favouritism and discrimination.

Economic freedom can help improve allocation of human capital for men and women

The gender wage gap is largely explained by differences in the educational and employment choices of men and women.

Singapore’s industrial policy promotes real economic growth

Politicians and bureaucrats in Canada are rarely affected if the claimed benefits of government initiatives fail to materialize.

Estonia’s success demonstrates power of economic freedom

Appeared in Inside Sources, April 12, 2024

The average Estonian can expect to live nearly eight years longer than the average Russian.

‘New Socialist Man’ was a selfish corrupt cheat

With no carrots in the form of market incentives, socialist leaders deployed a terrifying array of sticks.

Singapore is not China—and some U.S. politicians should study the difference

The average Singaporean earns about 30 per cent more than the average American.