Canada needs 'growth-first' agenda in volatile times, says Scotiabank CEO
At Scotiabank's annual general meeting in Halifax, CEO Scott Thomson emphasized that Canada needs a "growth-first agenda" due to stagnating productivity and overreliance on external partnerships, the Canadian Press said. Thomson urged a focus on domestic capacity-building, the removal of internal trade barriers, and development of key resources like energy, potash, and critical minerals, according to CP. Thomson also highlighted the importance of infrastructure investment, workforce development, and project efficiency to drive growth, while noting the bank's steady approach amid global economic uncertainty.
