[arikrak]

It's true that long-term the government shouldn't be investing, but it can sometimes help to get things going. Israel was successful in this regard - it gave some funding in the 90's and then got out of the way. The questions is if Canada really needs that same boost.

[pokoleo]

Is having a boost the wrong thing to do? In any case, it strengthens the country's economy, if spent correctly.

[ekianjo]

That's the point, the government is completely clueless how to make good choices on the market. All this kind of government intervention in specific areas is the root of bubbles.