

Talkonomics #8: Universal Basic Income in an Entrepreneurial Economy
LUMA LINK: https://luma.com/tt2tvutm How does Universal Basic Income shape entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and innovation? As debates around Universal Basic Income (UBI) intensify worldwide, policymakers and economists continue to ask whether guaranteed income encourages creativity and productive risk-taking; dampens or incentives innovation. Understanding UBI’s role within a modern economic system is critical for students, entrepreneurs, and future policymakers alike. This


Talkonomics #7: Canada in the Age of Electricity
LUMA LINK: https://luma.com/nn99oyn0 The International Energy Agency has proclaimed that the world is entering the “Age of Electricity” as power systems decarbonize and countries around the world increase electricity’s share in their economies. Canada is in an enviable position, starting from a largely decarbonized electricity system, though with vast differences across provinces. How Canada navigates this transition and electrifies its economy will shape its competitivenes


Japan–Canada Economics Night with the Consulate General of Japan in Calgary
LUMA LINK: https://luma.com/r7dgtc9m The Japanese Culture Collective and Society of Undergraduates in Economics are hosting a special info night featuring guests from Japan’s economic consulate. Atsushi Shimabara, Economic Consul and Yuuki Ito, Analyst, Economic Affairs will share insights on the economic relationship between Japan and Canada, including trade, energy, technology, and global economic trends. This is a great opportunity to learn how the two countries work t


