Hall's 1993 framework is also useful to contextualize the Carney government's approach historically.
"Real" third order change happened in Canada before - it is not an impossible, theoretical scenario.
One key condition for it to materialize: political leadership.
Resilient Federalism and Transformative Policy Change: What are the Prospects for a New “National Policy” in Canada? - Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation
Governments are still preoccupied with short-term emergency responses to contain a highly contagious virus and mitigate its social and economic implications.
Said otherwise, Carney is attempting to respond to a fundamental change in the political-economic environment with “normal” policies inappropriate for our new situation. This disconnect between Carney’s rhetoric and actual policies is causing significant cognitive dissonance in public conversation.
