TheFutureEconomy.ca Podcast

Canada’s healthcare system stands at a transformative crossroads. Explore how connected care, modernized digital infrastructure, and unified health data strategies can unlock the value of health data and improve outcomes for all Canadians. Discover the challenges of data fragmentation, rising healthcare costs, trust-building in a decentralized system, and more. Don’t miss this compelling interview...

Canada faces a pivotal moment in redefining prosperity for future generations. Explore how shifting values, innovative AI adoption, and cross-sector collaboration can drive economic growth and productivity. Discover the challenges of affordability, evolving workforce dynamics, and the urgent need for inclusive public policies to secure Canada’s place in the global economy. Don’t miss this compelli...

Explore the transformative power of co-opetition in Canadian healthcare. Discover how fostering partnerships across research, academia, industry, and government can help Canada become a global healthcare leader. This video dives into three critical areas: the path from research to commercialization to turn groundbreaking research into practical healthcare solutions, building collaborative advantag...

Dow Canada is undertaking a groundbreaking project to build the world’s first fully decarbonized ethylene cracker in Alberta. Discover how strategic collaborations, advanced technologies, and regulatory support are driving this transformative low-carbon initiative. Learn about the innovative approaches and challenges faced in decarbonizing the Fort Saskatchewan site, setting new standards in the c...

Heavy industry, especially the sectors of cement, steel, and chemistry, is the backbone of all other industries in Canada. If we do not introduce the right sustainable solutions for heavy industry, we risk delaying the rate at which our economy can successfully achieve our net zero goals. In this Video Report, we cover the solutions that are going to work best for Canada. Check out the full Spotli...

Canada relies heavily on marine shipping to facilitate our export-dependent economy. As we head into a greener world, our ability to keep up with dynamic standards and demands from stakeholders will determine if we can continue to be a powerhouse of shipping.ws Check out the full Spotlight and key takeaways: https://thefutureeconomy.ca/spotlights/spotlight-on-decarbonizing-marine-shipping-in-canad...

Canadian cities, home to over 82% of our population, are key battlegrounds in the fight against climate change. Cities account for over 70% of global CO2 emissions, most of which come from industrial and motorized transport systems, but also buildings. The urgency to decarbonize resonates across all Canadian cities. Decarbonizing means rethinking our urban fabric, from the energy that powers our h...

From battery-electric to hydrogen, and even small wins like aerodynamic mud flaps, what should Canada be doing to secure the future of our fleets in a decarbonized world? Check out the full Spotlight and key takeaways: https://thefutureeconomy.ca/spotlights/spotlight-on-decarbonizing-road-freight-in-canada/ Naeem Farooqi from FleetZero on the importance of bringing workers along for the transition...

Canada’s geography means that aviation is always going to be a part of our economy. This is why we must make sure the aviation sector can decarbonize.   In this podcast episode, we explore the innovative strategies and technologies that will set Canada on a path to a more sustainable and eco-friendly aviation future.   Featuring: Tamara Vrooman, Vancouver Airport Pierre Ruel, Boeing Canada Benoît...

In this eye-opening interview, dive into the critical issues surrounding plastic waste and recycling in Canada. Learn about the staggering $6 billion worth of plastics sitting in landfills and the immense economic opportunity it represents. Uncover the essential role of extended producer responsibility, the urgent need for consistent recycling guidelines, and groundbreaking solutions to keep plast...

Join Mayor Alanna Hnatiw and Bob Masterson, President and CEO of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada in this insightful interview as they discuss the future of Alberta’s chemistry sector and the emerging hydrogen economy. Learn about the role of Sturgeon County and the Alberta Industrial Heartland Association in driving economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development. Discover...

Canada’s healthcare system is struggling as its burden continually increases. What can we do to improve outcomes for patients and make the healthcare system more efficient? The answer is in public-private partnerships. Helen Trifonopoulos, Vice President of Cardiovascular Health at Novartis Canada shares her insights on PPPs in this interview.  Read the full interview and key takeaways: https://bi...

AI is leading the digital revolution. How are Canadian companies faring when it comes to integrating AI into their operations, products, and more? Find out in a new Back on Track interview with host Angela Mondou, President and CEO of TECHNATION and her guest, Eric Gales, Managing Director of AWS Canada. Read the full interview and key takeaways: https://thefutureeconomy.ca/interviews/canada-ai-ad...

As the amount of data being collected and processed by companies increases exponentially every day, it has never been more urgent for companies to develop a common internal understanding of data values. Learn more in this new #FutureForward interview with Roobi Alam, Associate Partner of Privacy & Data Trust at EY, and Adam Kardash, Partner and Chair of the Privacy and Data Management Practice at...

What is Canada doing to ensure that it is ready for the application and challenges that crypto will bring in the future economy? Morva Rohani, Executive Director of the Canadian Web3 Council and Eric Richmond, President of Coinsquare, look into the future and define a vision for what crypto needs in Canada to thrive. Hosted by Sasha Krstic, President of Mastercard Canada, this episode takes a deep...

For Canada to meet its future talent needs and drive economic growth, we must be willing to take risks to transform existing educational models. Sheldon Levy, former President of Toronto Metropolitan University, talks to Future Forward host Sasha Krstic, President of Mastercard Canada, about the big problem holding Canada back from driving transformative change - our lack of trust and fear of fail...

What must entrepreneurs, big business, and corporations do to ensure Canadian startups can scale both nationally and internationally? In this episode of Future Forward, Sasha Krstic from Mastercard Canada interviews Janet Bannister, Founder and Managing Partner of Staircase Ventures, and Kayla Isabelle, CEO of Startup Canada, to identify the key pain points for Canadian entrepreneurs and uncover t...

How will Canada fully unlock AI's potential? By boosting productivity, combating fraud, and ensuring rights in a rapidly evolving landscape. To leverage generative AI, first we have got to figure out how to use it. In this episode of Future Forward, Sasha Krstic from Mastercard Canada interviews Sinead Bovell, futurist and Founder of WAYE, and David Birch, Director of Innovation at Consult Hyperio...

The world today is more interconnected than ever before. Canadian companies must respond to the increasing amount of cyber threats by building resiliency. What should companies, governments, and employees do to stay ahead of bad actors? Sami Khoury, Head of the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security and Shannon Leininger, President of Cisco Canada, join host Sasha Krstic in a new episode of Future For...

Small businesses make Canada’s economy go round. In episode two of Future Forward, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, and Economic Development Mary Ng talks to Sasha Krstic from Mastercard Canada about what Canada must do to enable the growth of SMEs. It all comes down to boosting competitiveness, ensuring inclusive growth, and facilitating digital adoption.  Read the full intervie...

What is the impact on to the Canadian economy by technology advancements like Generative AI? In this interview, Angela Mondou from TECHNATION and Dave McCann from IBM Canada explore the challenges and opportunities of this and presents a path for how companies can get the most value out of tech modernization.

What are the barriers that both big and small businesses face in Canada and what can the government do to promote a competitive and innovative environment to our future economy instead? In the first episode of Future Forward, Sasha Krstic from Mastercard Canada and Goldy Hyder from the Business Council of Canada sit down for a leader-to-leader discussion on the broad themes influencing Canada’s fu...

What will the future of Canada’s auto industry look like? What are the biggest challenges we face in building this sector up and what can we do to accelerate innovation and ensure competitiveness? Bill Newman, Chief Industry Executive Advisor, Automotive and Manufacturing for SAP, shares his perspective on the Canadian auto industry in this new interview. 

In this interview with Arlene Dickinson, one of Canada's most successful entrepreneurs and a beloved judge on the hit TV show Dragons' Den, she shares her top tips for entrepreneurs on how to succeed in Canada. Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this video is a must-watch for anyone looking to thrive in the Canadian business landscape. So sit back, relax, and le...

With technology evolving at an unprecedented pace, there's an urgent need to equip the Canadian workforce with the digital skills required to thrive in the 21st century. In this episode, we delve into how we can accelerate digital skilling in Canada. We'll look at the challenges and opportunities in developing a digitally skilled workforce, and highlight the strategies that can be deployed to clos...