Alex Laurin

Alex Laurin is the vice-president and director of research at the C.D. Howe Institute, a leading Canadian think tank focused on economic policy. He is recognized for his expertise in public finance and taxation, often contributing to discussions on fiscal policy and economic reform. Laurin has expressed concerns regarding the New Democratic Party's (NDP) proposal to cut the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on essentials, arguing that such measures may not effectively target low- and middle-income Canadians, and could inadvertently lead to price increases in the market.