Canadian flags line a street in High River, Alta. on May 7, 2025. Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

By Linda Hasenfratz and John Manley

It’s impossible to ignore the drumbeat of negativity surrounding Canada’s economy. Every headline seems to point to a nation falling behind. And we’re tired of it.

A culture of complaint has taken hold that is demoralizing as well as economically damaging. The more we talk ourselves down, the harder it becomes for Canada to attract investment, innovate and keep good workers. The words we say don’t fall to the ground at our border. As any coach knows, you don’t motivate your team by telling them what bad players they are.

As business leaders, we see a different story, one of resilience and opportunity. Canada’s economy is strong, adaptable a

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