As the Carney government moves to refocus foreign aid on what it sees as efficient investment, a major recipient of Canadian development funds says Ottawa should strike a balance between prudent use of taxpayer dollars and upholding Canadians values. Asif Saleh, who leads BRAC, one of the world's largest non-profit organizations, says taxpayers need to see their aid funding produce economic benefits abroad and at home. (Oct. 6, 2025)