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Sustainability Policy in Canada
Government policy shapes what cleantech ventures can build, how they get funded, and how their solutions reach the market. From procurement rules and tax incentives to intellectual property protections and regulatory reform, sustainability policy determines how quickly Canada can scale its clean economy.
Browse our latest articles, insights, and analysis on the policies shaping cleantech innovation across Canada.
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![Canada Tariff Relief: What It Means for Cleantech]()
August 27, 2026 Article Canada Tariff Relief: What It Means for Cleantech With the recent US tariffs, Canadian industries are left navigating a complex economic climate. Turning to domestic cleantech can cut operational costs, strengthen supply chains, and build economic resilience. Here's how. View Article -
![From Defence to Striker: Protecting Canada’s IP While Acquiring Global Tech]()
May 20, 2026 Article From Defence to Striker: Protecting Canada’s IP While Acquiring Global Tech To secure a dominant net-zero economy, Canada must pivot from defending IP to an offensive acquisition strategy. New fiscal tools and pension fund mobilization can turn Canada into a global tech consolidator. View Article -
![From Mandate to Momentum: Canada's 2025 Policy Shift Sets the Stage for 2026]()
December 8, 2025 Article From Mandate to Momentum: Canada's 2025 Policy Shift Sets the Stage for 2026 As we approach 2026, did Canada finally put its money where its mouth is? We look back last year's wishlist to see if cleantech truly became the foundation of our national economic strategy. View Article -
![Budget 2025 Makes Cleantech the Foundation of its Housing Strategy]()
November 20, 2025 Article Budget 2025 Makes Cleantech the Foundation of its Housing Strategy Budget 2025 sends a clear market signal: housing is now an industrial strategy and cleantech is the engine that will deliver it. Foresight is ready, having spent a decade leading industry collaboration to accelerate cleantech adoption across sectors. View Article -
![Greenwashing Regulations: Why Verified Sustainability Claims Matter]()
July 15, 2025 Article Greenwashing Regulations: Why Verified Sustainability Claims Matter As environmental marketing regulations tighten in Canada and abroad, cleantech companies must verify claims to reduce risk, build trust, and stay competitive.
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![Canada Must Act Now to Seize the Clean Productivity Opportunity]()
April 24, 2025 Article Canada Must Act Now to Seize the Clean Productivity Opportunity Canada’s lagging productivity isn’t an economic issue— it’s a policy issue. We're diving into the recommendations outlined in our open letter to Canada's policymakers, including implementing a national innovation procurement strategy and enacting incentives for the adoption of Canadian technology. View Article -
![Resilience and Innovation: How Marginalized Communities Are Shaping a Sustainable Future]()
November 19, 2024 Article Resilience and Innovation: How Marginalized Communities Are Shaping a Sustainable Future Marginalized communities are already living in 2050, both in climate impacts and their ability to adapt. How can marginalized communities contribute to a more sustainable future, and what do diverse teams bring to innovation and entrepreneurship? View Article -
![Key Takeaways from Future Economy Summit Part 3]()
November 6, 2024 Article Key Takeaways from Future Economy Summit Part 3 As Canada accelerates its journey toward a net-zero future, insightful discussions from thought leaders across policy, industry, climate, and innovation sectors remain crucial to shaping the path forward. Last month, Foresight had the privilege of partnering with Invest Ottawa to host the Future Economy Summit Part 3, an event dedicated to tackling the most pressing challenges in Canada's cleantech landscape. View Article -
![Federal Budget Expands Incentives for Clean Energy Transition—Is It Enough?]()
November 5, 2024 Article Federal Budget Expands Incentives for Clean Energy Transition—Is It Enough? While innovation is crucial for addressing climate change, large-scale cleantech adoption remains a challenge for Canada. Fasken tax lawyer Alex Pankratz shares insights on federal clean energy tax credits, their potential impact, and how businesses can capitalize on these incentives. View Article -
![Building a Green Prairie Economy | Reflections from the PrairiesCan Engagement Sessions]()
July 20, 2023 Article Building a Green Prairie Economy | Reflections from the PrairiesCan Engagement Sessions On June 12, Foresight Canada took part in an engagement roundtable session in Calgary, Alberta, hosted by PrairiesCan to discuss the newly minted Building a Green Prairie Economy Act. View Article -
![Budget 2023: Three Things Canadian Cleantech Needs to Address Climate Change]()
April 13, 2023 Article Budget 2023: Three Things Canadian Cleantech Needs to Address Climate Change If Canada is to meet its ambitious climate targets, there are a few vital things missing from the 2023 budget that need to be addressed. View Article -
![What's Next in the World of Water - Reflections from the UN 2023 Water Conference]()
April 3, 2023 Article What's Next in the World of Water - Reflections from the UN 2023 Water Conference The UN March 2023 Water Conference offered leaders a chance to align, advance, and advocate for bold #wateraction. View Article
