Here’s a great link to an editorial from Globe and Mail (published Oct 9, 2009) titled:
I agree with the author…the problem in Canada goes much beyond a disucussion around newer technologies making their way into the Canadian economy. The problem lies in policy making, in setting the right priorities in economic development. Canada’s heavy reliance and devotion to natural resources has robbed policy makers of interest in pushing innovation, cultivating competition and creating companies that can compete and stand their ground (not get bought out by yet another american firm) on a world stage.
Companies such as RIM don’t come around easily…unless something drastic is done about it!
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Can Canada be the next creative superpower?
The creative sector in the U.K accounts for 8% of the GDP. In Canada the numbers are estimated to be around 3.8%. Why is this so different? Aren’t we creative here in Canada?
Well, for one…our copyright and digital laws have been very progressive. Unfortunately thats about to change – if we haven’t done enough during the consultation. In the U.K, the new Digital Economy Bill is set to put an end to digital piracy (and possibly a portion of the economy’s creative sector!). For Canada, I think now’s the time to shine…the time to take the lead by establishing progressive copyright laws that give our creative sector a boost!
Your thoughts?
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