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Economy Quote by Naheed Nenshi

“You know, the key issue is that city issues are not to be put in a box and say well, that's what the mayor wants. They're Canadian issues. Cities account for 75 percent of our GDP. If you don't have a plan for cities, it means you don't have a plan for the economy.” quote by Naheed Nenshi
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“You know, the key issue is that city issues are not to be put in a box and say well, that's what the mayor wants. They're Canadian issues. Cities account for 75 percent of our GDP. If you don't have a plan for cities, it means you don't have a plan for the economy.”

Naheed Nenshi

About This Quote

Source Speech: City Economic Forum, Calgary, 2015

Cities drive most economic activity; ignoring them harms national prosperity.

In simple terms: Cities are key to the economy.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize city planning for economic health.

Themes

economy urban development policy growth

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • municipal budgeting
  • infrastructure projects
  • business attraction
  • regional development

Key Concepts

regional economics urban planning GDP contribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can national leaders integrate city data into economic plans?
  • What city metrics should guide policy?
A Different Perspective

National policies often overlook city-specific needs.

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