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Economics
Welcome to Sir Looniesworth's Economic Adventures
The inaugural post introducing a satirical yet insightful journey through Canadian economics and policy
Published on January 1, 2025
Why Is Everything So Expensive in Canada Right Now? Inflation Explained [2025]
Complete guide to Canadian inflation in 2025. Learn why groceries, housing, and coffee cost more, what causes inflation, and how it affects Canadian families. Real-world examples and expert analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on January 14, 2025
Trees Over Walls: The Economic Case for a Green Border
Sir Looniesworth explores why Canada should plant a forest along the US border instead of building wallsâbecause apparently trees are both cheaper and more Canadian
Published on January 20, 2025
The Economics of Snow Removal: Why Winter Infrastructure Matters
Sir Looniesworth explores how Canada's massive snow removal operations reveal hidden economic truths about living in a country that's half-frozen for six months
Published on January 25, 2025
The Great Canadian Grocery Bill Mystery: Why Your Cart Costs More Than Your Car Payment
Sir Looniesworth investigates why Canadian grocery bills have become a financial mystery novel with plot twists nobody asked for
Published on January 30, 2025
Beaveronomics and Budgeting: How Canada's Tax System Builds Character (and Confusion)
Sir Looniesworth explores how Canadian taxes teach us life lessons, create investment opportunities, and occasionally make us question our life choices
Published on February 1, 2025
Why Does Money Have Value? (Hint: It's More Than Just Paper)
Sir Looniesworth explores the fascinating illusion that makes colorful plastic worth more than the materials it's made from
Published on February 2, 2025
Tariff Tussle: Winning the Trade War One Loonie at a Time
Sir Looniesworth examines the latest Canada-US trade spat and reveals how to turn tariff warfare into maple-flavored victory. Forget hockey fights â this is how we score big in international economics.
Published on February 3, 2025
Why Do Recessions Happen in Canada? Economics Explained Simply [2025]
Complete guide to economic recessions in Canada. Learn what causes recessions, warning signs to watch for, and how they affect Canadian families and businesses. Expert analysis by Sir Looniesworth.
Published on February 4, 2025
Waiting in Line: The Canadian Art of Polite Queueing
Sir Looniesworth explores how Canada's legendary patience in lineups reveals deeper truths about our economy and national character
Published on February 10, 2025
Working From Home Economics: The Great Canadian Commute Calculation
Sir Looniesworth analyzes the real financial impact of remote work on Canadian households and the broader economy
Published on February 15, 2025
Taxes: The Price of Civilization (or a Collective Investment?)
Sir Looniesworth explores whether taxes are the price of civilization or just really expensive membership fees for a club we can't leave
Published on February 15, 2025
Digital Nomads Canada: Freedom or Just Fancy Unemployment? [2025 Guide]
A satirical examination of the digital nomad lifestyle through the lens of Canadian economics and work culture. Sir Looniesworth investigates whether working from Bali beats working from Brandon, Manitoba, plus tax implications for Canadian nomads.
Published on February 20, 2025
Highway 401 Congestion: More Roads or Smarter Solutions?
Sir Looniesworth explores why Ontario's busiest highway resembles a very expensive parking lot, and whether Doug Ford's underground solution makes more sense than it sounds
Published on February 22, 2025
Tim Hortons Economic Impact: The Economics of Canadian Identity
Sir Looniesworth explores how a coffee chain became a national institution, and whether it's still worthy of our patriotic devotion. Analysis of Tim Hortons' economic impact on Canadian communities and franchise success.
Published on February 25, 2025
The Invisible Hand: Does It Really Guide Us All?
Sir Looniesworth examines Adam Smith's famous economic theory and why it might need glasses in today's tweet-driven world
Published on February 28, 2025
The Great Canadian Brain Drain: Why Our Best and Brightest Keep Heading South
Sir Looniesworth examines the economic forces driving Canadian talent to American opportunities and what it costs our economy
Published on February 28, 2025
What Can We Do With Unoccupied Office Spaces?
From senior community housing to vertical farms, Sir Looniesworth explores the economic potential of repurposing real estate.
Published on March 1, 2025
Hockey Economics: What NHL Salaries Teach Us About Market Value and Wage Inequality
Sir Looniesworth breaks down how hockey contracts reveal the brutal realities of modern labor economics and skill premiums
Published on March 1, 2025
Carbon Tax Reality Check: What You Actually Pay vs What You Actually Get Back
Sir Looniesworth breaks down the real numbers behind Canada's carbon pricing system and whether it's worth the political heat
Published on March 10, 2025
The Psychology of Canadian Politeness: Economic Asset or Cultural Handicap?
Sir Looniesworth examines whether being too nice is costing Canadians money, or if our politeness is actually our secret economic weapon
Published on March 10, 2025
Supply Management Explained: Why Your Milk Costs More Than Gas (And Why That Might Be Okay)
Sir Looniesworth demystifies Canada's controversial agricultural policy that controls dairy, eggs, and poultry production
Published on March 15, 2025
The Maple Syrup Strategic Reserve: Sweet Economics in Action
Sir Looniesworth explores how Quebec turned pancake topping into organized crime territoryâand what it reveals about Canadian agricultural economics
Published on March 15, 2025
Mark Carney: Canada's Economic Rock Star or Just Really Good Marketing?
Sir Looniesworth examines the rise of Mark Carney from Edmonton boy to global financial superstar to Prime Minister, asking whether the hype matches the substance.
Published on March 16, 2025
Canadian Dream vs American Dream: A Tale of Two Economic Realities
Sir Looniesworth compares the economic fundamentals behind middle-class prosperity in Canada versus the United States
Published on March 20, 2025
Canada's Quiet Geopolitical Shift: A Tale of Three Leaders
Navigating Unity, Economics, and International Alliances as Sir Looniesworth examines the chess game of Canadian politics and the personalities reshaping our nation's future.
Published on March 25, 2025
The Gig Economy, Eh? How Side Hustles Became Canada's New Economic Reality
Sir Looniesworth explores how the gig economy is reshaping Canadian work, from Uber drivers to freelance consultants navigating the new labour landscape
Published on April 1, 2025
Tour of the 2025 Leadersâ SmackâDown
An economic pageâturner (with pageâbenders and pageâbreakers) told by your favourite caffeineâaddled loon.
Published on April 19, 2025
The Payroll Pyramid: Where Your Tax Dollars Really Go
Chapter 2 of Payrolls, Promises & Parliamentary Paycheques
Published on April 20, 2025
How to Win a Nobel and Still Lose Half
The ironic tale of Robert Lucas, rational expectations, and the divorce clause that saw it all coming.
Published on May 4, 2025
Canadian Healthcare System Economics: Is Free Healthcare Really Free? [2025 Analysis]
Complete breakdown of Canadian healthcare costs, wait times, and economic impact. Learn what 'free' healthcare actually costs taxpayers and how it compares globally. Expert economic analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on May 6, 2025
Canadian Housing Market Crash 2025: What Economists Really Think
Will Canada's housing market crash in 2025? Expert economic analysis of housing prices, interest rates, supply issues, and what economists predict for Canadian real estate markets.
Published on June 10, 2025
How to Understand Bank of Canada Interest Rate Decisions: Complete 2025 Guide
Master guide to Bank of Canada interest rate decisions. Learn how rate changes affect your mortgage, savings, and investments. Decode central banker language and make smarter financial decisions.
Published on June 15, 2025
The Great Digital Standoff: How Carney Pulled a Trump on Trump
Prime Minister Carney's masterful chess move rescinding Canada's Digital Services Tax demonstrates vintage strategic thinking.
Published on July 1, 2025
Government & Policy
Trees Over Walls: The Economic Case for a Green Border
Sir Looniesworth explores why Canada should plant a forest along the US border instead of building wallsâbecause apparently trees are both cheaper and more Canadian
Published on January 20, 2025
Tariff Tussle: Winning the Trade War One Loonie at a Time
Sir Looniesworth examines the latest Canada-US trade spat and reveals how to turn tariff warfare into maple-flavored victory. Forget hockey fights â this is how we score big in international economics.
Published on February 3, 2025
Taxes: The Price of Civilization (or a Collective Investment?)
Sir Looniesworth explores whether taxes are the price of civilization or just really expensive membership fees for a club we can't leave
Published on February 15, 2025
The Invisible Hand: Does It Really Guide Us All?
Sir Looniesworth examines Adam Smith's famous economic theory and why it might need glasses in today's tweet-driven world
Published on February 28, 2025
The Great Canadian Brain Drain: Why Our Best and Brightest Keep Heading South
Sir Looniesworth examines the economic forces driving Canadian talent to American opportunities and what it costs our economy
Published on February 28, 2025
What Can We Do With Unoccupied Office Spaces?
From senior community housing to vertical farms, Sir Looniesworth explores the economic potential of repurposing real estate.
Published on March 1, 2025
Carbon Tax Reality Check: What You Actually Pay vs What You Actually Get Back
Sir Looniesworth breaks down the real numbers behind Canada's carbon pricing system and whether it's worth the political heat
Published on March 10, 2025
Supply Management Explained: Why Your Milk Costs More Than Gas (And Why That Might Be Okay)
Sir Looniesworth demystifies Canada's controversial agricultural policy that controls dairy, eggs, and poultry production
Published on March 15, 2025
Mark Carney: Canada's Economic Rock Star or Just Really Good Marketing?
Sir Looniesworth examines the rise of Mark Carney from Edmonton boy to global financial superstar to Prime Minister, asking whether the hype matches the substance.
Published on March 16, 2025
Canada's Quiet Geopolitical Shift: A Tale of Three Leaders
Navigating Unity, Economics, and International Alliances as Sir Looniesworth examines the chess game of Canadian politics and the personalities reshaping our nation's future.
Published on March 25, 2025
What in the Holy Honours Is the House of Commons?
Chapter 1 of Payrolls, Promises & Parliamentary Paycheques
Published on April 7, 2025
Tour of the 2025 Leadersâ SmackâDown
An economic pageâturner (with pageâbenders and pageâbreakers) told by your favourite caffeineâaddled loon.
Published on April 19, 2025
The Payroll Pyramid: Where Your Tax Dollars Really Go
Chapter 2 of Payrolls, Promises & Parliamentary Paycheques
Published on April 20, 2025
An Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Canada
Canada, let's get to work. đ¨đŚ
Published on April 30, 2025
Canadian Healthcare System Economics: Is Free Healthcare Really Free? [2025 Analysis]
Complete breakdown of Canadian healthcare costs, wait times, and economic impact. Learn what 'free' healthcare actually costs taxpayers and how it compares globally. Expert economic analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on May 6, 2025
Give Every Loonie a Job: Breaking Up the BlobâTax
Sir Looniesworth lays out why Canada should unbundle income tax into health stamps, roadâtoll wallets, and a citizenship feeâcomplete with Canadian humour and numbers.
Published on May 27, 2025
How to Understand Bank of Canada Interest Rate Decisions: Complete 2025 Guide
Master guide to Bank of Canada interest rate decisions. Learn how rate changes affect your mortgage, savings, and investments. Decode central banker language and make smarter financial decisions.
Published on June 15, 2025
Canadian Culture
Why Is Everything So Expensive in Canada Right Now? Inflation Explained [2025]
Complete guide to Canadian inflation in 2025. Learn why groceries, housing, and coffee cost more, what causes inflation, and how it affects Canadian families. Real-world examples and expert analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on January 14, 2025
The Great Canadian Grocery Bill Mystery: Why Your Cart Costs More Than Your Car Payment
Sir Looniesworth investigates why Canadian grocery bills have become a financial mystery novel with plot twists nobody asked for
Published on January 30, 2025
Beaveronomics and Budgeting: How Canada's Tax System Builds Character (and Confusion)
Sir Looniesworth explores how Canadian taxes teach us life lessons, create investment opportunities, and occasionally make us question our life choices
Published on February 1, 2025
Waiting in Line: The Canadian Art of Polite Queueing
Sir Looniesworth explores how Canada's legendary patience in lineups reveals deeper truths about our economy and national character
Published on February 10, 2025
Working From Home Economics: The Great Canadian Commute Calculation
Sir Looniesworth analyzes the real financial impact of remote work on Canadian households and the broader economy
Published on February 15, 2025
Digital Nomads Canada: Freedom or Just Fancy Unemployment? [2025 Guide]
A satirical examination of the digital nomad lifestyle through the lens of Canadian economics and work culture. Sir Looniesworth investigates whether working from Bali beats working from Brandon, Manitoba, plus tax implications for Canadian nomads.
Published on February 20, 2025
Tim Hortons Economic Impact: The Economics of Canadian Identity
Sir Looniesworth explores how a coffee chain became a national institution, and whether it's still worthy of our patriotic devotion. Analysis of Tim Hortons' economic impact on Canadian communities and franchise success.
Published on February 25, 2025
Hockey Economics: What NHL Salaries Teach Us About Market Value and Wage Inequality
Sir Looniesworth breaks down how hockey contracts reveal the brutal realities of modern labor economics and skill premiums
Published on March 1, 2025
Carbon Tax Reality Check: What You Actually Pay vs What You Actually Get Back
Sir Looniesworth breaks down the real numbers behind Canada's carbon pricing system and whether it's worth the political heat
Published on March 10, 2025
The Psychology of Canadian Politeness: Economic Asset or Cultural Handicap?
Sir Looniesworth examines whether being too nice is costing Canadians money, or if our politeness is actually our secret economic weapon
Published on March 10, 2025
Supply Management Explained: Why Your Milk Costs More Than Gas (And Why That Might Be Okay)
Sir Looniesworth demystifies Canada's controversial agricultural policy that controls dairy, eggs, and poultry production
Published on March 15, 2025
Canadian Dream vs American Dream: A Tale of Two Economic Realities
Sir Looniesworth compares the economic fundamentals behind middle-class prosperity in Canada versus the United States
Published on March 20, 2025
The Gig Economy, Eh? How Side Hustles Became Canada's New Economic Reality
Sir Looniesworth explores how the gig economy is reshaping Canadian work, from Uber drivers to freelance consultants navigating the new labour landscape
Published on April 1, 2025
THE GREAT CANADIAN GROUP HUG
A Royalâish Proclamation of GoodâNatured Nonsense, HandâWritten in Maple Syrup by Sir Looniesworth
Published on April 18, 2025
How to Win a Nobel and Still Lose Half
The ironic tale of Robert Lucas, rational expectations, and the divorce clause that saw it all coming.
Published on May 4, 2025
Canadian Healthcare System Economics: Is Free Healthcare Really Free? [2025 Analysis]
Complete breakdown of Canadian healthcare costs, wait times, and economic impact. Learn what 'free' healthcare actually costs taxpayers and how it compares globally. Expert economic analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on May 6, 2025
Personal Finance
Why Is Everything So Expensive in Canada Right Now? Inflation Explained [2025]
Complete guide to Canadian inflation in 2025. Learn why groceries, housing, and coffee cost more, what causes inflation, and how it affects Canadian families. Real-world examples and expert analysis from Sir Looniesworth.
Published on January 14, 2025
The Great Canadian Grocery Bill Mystery: Why Your Cart Costs More Than Your Car Payment
Sir Looniesworth investigates why Canadian grocery bills have become a financial mystery novel with plot twists nobody asked for
Published on January 30, 2025
Working From Home Economics: The Great Canadian Commute Calculation
Sir Looniesworth analyzes the real financial impact of remote work on Canadian households and the broader economy
Published on February 15, 2025
The Gig Economy, Eh? How Side Hustles Became Canada's New Economic Reality
Sir Looniesworth explores how the gig economy is reshaping Canadian work, from Uber drivers to freelance consultants navigating the new labour landscape
Published on April 1, 2025
TFSA vs RRSP 2025: Complete Guide for Canadians - Which Is Better?
Complete comparison of TFSA vs RRSP for 2025. Learn contribution limits, tax benefits, withdrawal rules, and which account is better for your situation. Expert Canadian financial advice.
Published on June 5, 2025
How to Understand Bank of Canada Interest Rate Decisions: Complete 2025 Guide
Master guide to Bank of Canada interest rate decisions. Learn how rate changes affect your mortgage, savings, and investments. Decode central banker language and make smarter financial decisions.
Published on June 15, 2025