Randy MacEwen, the CEO of Ballard Power Systems in Vancouver, urges Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to strategically invest in a select few of Canada's strongest companies as the government prepares to allocate billions for clean technology. MacEwen applauds the government's $10 billion spending plan for renewable power, energy-efficient building retrofits, and zero-emissions buses, emphasizing the need to avoid spreading funds too thinly. He underscores Canada's lag in hydrogen technology adoption and advocates for focusing on companies with real strength. While MacEwen's stance aligns with Ballard's interests, some experts caution against governments picking winners in the market. The CEO also calls for a global carbon tax to drive the adoption of zero-emission and low-carbon solutions, which would benefit Ballard's market leadership. Ballard Power Systems specializes in fuel cell technology for various vehicles and has a strong presence in markets like China, Europe, and California. Despite limited adoption of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in Canada, Ballard envisions significant growth potential globally. The company collaborates with major players like MAHLE to develop propulsion systems for trucks, further expanding its market reach. MacEwen remains optimistic about the future of hydrogen technology, anticipating that falling ownership costs and government support will drive widespread adoption of fuel cell electric vehicles, especially in the bus sector. While Canada currently lags in market adoption, the $10 billion investment plan by the Canada Infrastructure Bank targets the acceleration of zero-emissions buses and charging infrastructure, setting the stage for a cleaner transportation future.