Talking to Canadians

Meet Paula Simons, a recently-appointed senator from Alberta. With a history in journalism, Senator Simons' objectivity and directness make her an ideal person to represent all Canadians.

Meet Marcelo Lu, a global executive and current President of BASF Canada. Marcelo leads a team that develops unique and innovative solutions to many of our current problems.

Meet Level Chan, a lawyer originally from Alberta, who now calls Nova Scotia home. His unique experience of being an Asian lawyer in predominantly Caucasian Atlantic Canada has helped him develop a passion for issues around diversity and inclusion.

Meet Spencer West. From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro on his hands to speaking in front of thousands of kids in packed stadiums, today’s guest is truly an inspiration. He challenges stereotypes and lives a proud, and uplifting life.

Meet Adrienne Batra, a conservative, south Asian women who is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Toronto Sun. Adrienne joins Michael to talk politics, Saskatchewan, and standing up for one's beliefs.

Meet Michael Chutskoff, a young man from BC. Michael talks about growing up in a conservative school, reconciliation, and intersectionality.

Meet Celina Caesar-Chavannes, a member of parliament, representing the riding of Whitby. Celina joins Michael to discuss gender and racial equality, and the role politics has in equity and inclusion.

Meet Khadija Waseem, a Muslim woman who wears a hijab. Khadija joins Michael to talk about women’s empowerment, mental health for immigrants and indigenous communities, and equal representation of women in various levels of government.

Meet Marni Panas, a trans woman living in Alberta. Marni joins Michael to chat about diversity, inclusion, and Alberta’s trans community.

Meet Kevin Rempel, who was paralyzed in a motocross accident in 2006, at the age of 23, and learned to walk again. Kevin joins Michael to talk about adversity, loss, and sledge hockey.

Michael sits down with Renee Bazile-Jones to talk about racism.