title: Putting some mustard into economic growth.
abstract: On September 27, 2012, the University of Toronto launched the Fraser Mustard Institute for Human Development - an appropriate recognition of an extraordinary individual. Fraser was a keen student of the science of human development and, most particularly, of early child development (ECD). He was also a powerful and tireless advocate for translating science into action. His institute must do both. Action is needed also because 25% of Canadians lack the competencies to function effectively in a modern economy. Other countries do much better. Facing a low-growth future, we cannot afford to waste this untapped potential. Although Prime Minister Harper's personal ideology has no place for ECD, the Mustard Institute can help keep the flame alive.
authors: Robert G
authors: RG
authors: Evans
mesh_terms: D000047:Academies and Institutes; D004467:Economics; D004493:Education; D005544:Forecasting; D006304:Health Status; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006803:Human Development; D006801:Humans; D009864:Ontario
references: J Paediatr Child Health. 2010 Nov;46(11):627-35
references: 20796183