Comment: I don't think the present POTUS is good for the American brand, but it would be extremely naive think that that is translating into a boon for Canada.

James Carville's "it's the economy, stupid." holds true.

This article rightly cites the struggles outlined in the Naylor report as a barrier to recruitment/retention in science. What's not noted is the fact that places like Vancouver have a cost of living that exceeds Silicon Valley while also having, say, Indianapolis-level opportunities (Toronto's situation seems better, though perhaps not to a degree that tips many towards moving there).

If you're in Canada and you work in some medical/STEM fields cited in this article, the consideration in moving to the US is partly about potentially over 7 figures in earnings/savings over your career. In the other direction, it's about fleeing a politician you find repugnant. When the chips are down, which side do you think will be the bigger draw?