Fraser Institute

The Fraser Institute is a fiscally conservative Canadian think tank. Its mandate is to advocate for competitive markets to better provide for the economic and social well-being of all Canadians. It is very critical of government spending, high taxes, and government deficits. While economically right-wing, it does not support social conservatism. It supports free trade, closer integration of the Canadian economy with the United States, and privatization of government services. The Fraser Institute is skeptical of the need for regulatory action against global warming. http://www.fraserinstitute.ca/environment/index.asp?snav=en

High-profile figures

The Institute has attracted some well-known individuals to its ranks, such as founding member Friedrich Hayek. Former Conservative Premier of Ontario Mike Harris and Preston Manning, the founder of the federal Reform Party, are both senior fellows at the Institute.

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Friedrich Hayek - Conservative - Premier of Ontario - Mike Harris - Preston Manning - Reform Party

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According to the Georgia Straight, Michael Walker extended an invitation to US Vice President Dick Cheney to accompany Walker on a fishing trip in Alberta during October 2005. Due to the Hurricane Katrina disaster, the White House postponed Cheney's visit.

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Georgia Straight - US Vice President - Dick Cheney - Alberta - Hurricane Katrina - White House

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