This thesis works towards establishing a theory on the origins of sovereign wealth funds in Canada and argues that despite claims that they are inter-generational savings vehicles, in practice these funds are a means to create near-and mediumterm fiscal flexibility that benefits the electoral prospects of incumbent governments.
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