The Pipeline

As Mark Carney looks to Europe and other global markets amid the worsening Canada-U.S. trade war, Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer ask how Canada became so dependent on its southern neighbour in the first place. Royer says decades of economic complacency, weak investment and growing reliance on the American market left Canada dangerously exposed when Donald Trump turned toward protectionism. They also examine what makes Canadian political culture different from the U.S., how the 1982 Constitution changed that relationship and whether Canada can rebuild its economic independence.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Marty looks back 25 years after 9/11 and reflects on how the attacks changed the world and a generation. He also weighs in on Mark Carney, the worsening Canada-U.S. trade fight, Alberta politics, the Dean Allison inquiry and the federal Conservatives' push for a united Canada.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Derek Fildebrandt, Cory Morgan, Nigel Hannaford and Dave Naylor discuss Pierre Poilievre's push against Alberta independence, the Oct. 19 referendum and the risk of alienating Western conservatives. They also examine Mark Carney, Donald Trump, the Canada-U.S. trade war and Germany's rising AfD.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Twenty-five years after 9/11, Nigel Hannaford asks whether the emergency ever really ended. From airport security and anti-terror laws to surveillance, frozen bank accounts and expanded digital powers, he looks at how governments kept many of the tools created in the aftermath of the attacks and whether Canadians gave up more freedom than they realized.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

In campaigning within referendum in Alberta, Poilievre's CPC is alienating a large part of its support base.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer examine what they see as Canada's growing democratic deficit, from the concentration of power in the Prime Minister's Office to strict party discipline, judicial power and barriers between provinces. They trace many of these problems back to Pierre Trudeau's 1982 Constitution and question whether Canada's political structure still gives citizens and regions a meaningful voice. Royer says fixing the system may require something far bigger than another election: a new constitution built with direct public involvement.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Prime Minister Mark Carney is telling the Trump administration to “stop doing memes, stop throwing shade and stop trying to be tough” as tensions between Canada and the United States escalate. Carney says trade talks can resume when Washington gets serious about negotiating a deal that respects Canadian sovereignty and protects key Canadian industries.The comments come after Canada-U.S. trade negotiations broke down, followed by new tariffs and a wave of provocative social media posts from President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Attempts by activists to derail energy investment in Canada undermine an industry capable of delivering major economic and environmental benefits, says Shannon Joseph, chair of Energy for a Secure Future.Joseph makes her comments tonight on Hannaford, arguing that campaigns attempting (for example) to portray liquefied natural gas projects as health hazards can obscure the tangible benefits energy development has delivered to communities. This is particularly so of indigenous communities in northern British Columbia.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription0:00 Introduction to energy issues1:29 The impact of energy activism3:53 Debunking health concerns6:11 Economic benefits of energy9:28 Commissioning and protests12:18 The consequences of advocacy15:15 Securing future investment17:30 Resisting campaign pressure20:21 Environmental superiority of LNG

Derek Fildebrandt, Cory Morgan, Nigel Hannaford, Dave Naylor and Alex Zoltan break down Trump's latest troll of Canada, Mark Carney's rise during the trade fight, and the growing pressure on Pierre Poilievre after a rough round of byelections.The panel also digs into the total meltdown of the B.C. Conservatives, Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership crisis, caucus defections, internal party chaos, and whether the right in B.C. is blowing its chance to defeat the NDP.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer examine the flow of federal taxes and transfers out of Alberta and ask how much the current system is really costing Albertans. Royer estimates the total impact could reach as much as $45 billion a year through equalization, employment insurance, CPP contributions and federal taxing and spending.They also look at how Pierre Trudeau's 1982 Constitution shaped Canada's transfer system, why Alberta, Saskatchewan and B.C. remain major contributors, and whether reforms to equalization, pensions, interprovincial trade and federal spending could leave more capital in the West. The discussion also explores whether Canada's economic structure is holding Alberta back and what could be done to change it.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Bill 11 has come into effect in Alberta and Danielle Smith must stand strong against the usual opponents to change.Support the channel: www.youtube.com/@WesternStandard?sub_confirmation=1»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Nigel Hannaford speaks with Yaroslav Baran about the breakdown in Canada-U.S. trade talks, Donald Trump's tariff strategy and whether Mark Carney can still deliver the deal Canadians were promised. Baran explains how Canada is targeting politically sensitive U.S. exports with retaliatory tariffs, why sectors like autos, steel and aluminum remain vulnerable, and why Alberta oil should not be sacrificed for a Team Canada strategy. He also argues Canada needs to diversify its trade, build more pipelines and reduce its dependence on the U.S., while warning that Carney could use the trade fight to justify even more federal borrowing.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Josh Andrus breaks down Canada's escalating trade war with the United States, arguing Mark Carney and Doug Ford are risking Canadian jobs by trying to outmuscle Donald Trump without a clear path to victory. He backs Danielle Smith's refusal to weaponize Alberta oil, warns that export taxes or restrictions could permanently weaken Canada's leverage, and argues decades of blocked pipelines have left Alberta too dependent on the U.S. market. Andrus also looks ahead to Alberta's October referendum, asking what happens if Option 2 loses and warning Ottawa that a vote to stay in Canada should not be treated as an endorsement of the status quo.Support the channel: www.youtube.com/@WesternStandard?sub_confirmation=1»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

The Pipeline panel break down the collapse of Canada-U.S. trade talks, Mark Carney's rising approval numbers and the growing fight over whether Alberta oil should be used as leverage against Donald Trump. They argue Danielle Smith is right to keep Alberta energy off the table while Ottawa protects issues like supply management.The panel also looks at the turmoil inside the BC Conservatives and Alex Zoltan's undercover investigation into anti-racism training for B.C. teachers, which he says promotes ideological and Marxist ideas rather than practical ways to deal with racism in classrooms.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Ottawa is yet again threatening to impact Alberta's energy sector.Support the channel: www.youtube.com/@WesternStandard?sub_confirmation=1»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Canada is deeper in debt, less productive and facing many of the same economic pressures that pushed the country toward crisis in 1995.Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer trace the economic story from Pierre Trudeau's 1982 Constitution to Justin Trudeau's decade in power, examining expanding government, rising bureaucracy, housing costs and policies they argue weakened Western resource development and Canadian productivity.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

This week on Marty Up North, Marty asks what is actually in the supposed Canada-U.S. trade deal and whether Mark Carney is finally admitting defeat. He looks at what Ottawa may be willing to give up, from supply management and banking to insurance and air travel, while Donald Trump pushes Keystone XL back into the conversation and Quebec becomes a growing political problem for Carney.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

What if Albertans actually vote in October for a serious independence referendum at some future time? Tonight's Hannaford Show guests say there is, after all, a growing possibility that Alberta's independence referendum will not end the way most of the country still assumes. What if the “Yes” side wins? Tonight we speak about the implications with two serious people who think a vote for independence is a possibility.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Cory Morgan, Nigel Hannaford, David Wiechnik and Dave Naylor break down Trump's tariff pause and whether Canada is heading for a trade deal or another tariff fight. The panel also discusses the possibility of a binding Alberta independence referendum in 2027, Danielle Smith's strategy, the future of the independence movement, and Cory's warning that anti-car activists are using safety concerns to push drivers off the road.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Canada may be one country, but Randy Royer argues it operates under two very different social contracts. In Eastern Canada, government support and dependency play a larger role. In the West, the tradition is built around self-reliance, private initiative and governments getting out of the way.On this episode of A Nation of People, Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer trace how those differences developed, from Quebec and Confederation to Alberta's entrepreneurial culture and Indigenous communities in the West. They ask whether federal transfers and the “nanny state” have created dependency, weakened Canada's finances and forced Western Canadians to pay for political choices made elsewhere.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

The Arday story is sad, but to blame media for his demise is wrong and irresponsible.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

In this episode of A Nation of People, Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer examine why Canada struggles to define a shared national purpose. Royer argues Canada is divided by three competing visions: Big Brother Confederation, Equality Confederation and the Two Nation Policy.Support the channel: www.youtube.com/@WesternStandard?sub_confirmation=1»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

Premier Danielle Smith joins the Western Standard to discuss Alberta's fight for more control over immigration, equalization reform, the October 19 independence referendum, and her push for a stronger Alberta within a united Canada. Smith says Alberta is already winning key battles with Ottawa, including changes to federal energy policy, carbon pricing, safe supply, and medical assistance in dying. She also responds to frustration from UCP grassroots members and weighs in on concerns over Elections Alberta's handling of citizen petitions.

Marty is back with this week with a look at Ottawa's priorities, from Mark Carney's climate resilience spending and housing announcements to Trump's looming 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.

From Edmonton's non-crime hate reports to human-rights cases over rainbow crosswalks and drag shows: the expanding reach of so-called hate.

Cory Morgan, Nigel Hannaford, David Wiechnik and Jackson Loy discuss Mark Carney's record after more than a year in office, questioning why his popularity remains strong despite few concrete results.

Why does Alberta think so differently from Ottawa and Eastern Canada? Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer explore the history behind Alberta's independent spirit, from treaty and Western settlement to entrepreneurship, self-reliance, individual sovereignty and the deep divide between Western Canada and Canada's eastern power centres. The conversation looks at how Alberta's character was formed, why it is often misunderstood, and what it means for Canada's future.

Trans activism and ridiculousness has hit its peak and the WNBA has not become the front line in the battle.Support the channel: www.youtube.com/@WesternStandard?sub_confirmation=1»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

In this episode of A Nation of People, Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer take a deeper look at Pierre Trudeau's 1982 Constitution. They talk about how Canadians were never given informed consent before the country's constitutional structure was changed.

Has anybody stopped to look at how much of British Columbia is being turned over to some form of indigenous ownership or control, how much more is contemplated and then asked two simple questions: where does this stop and when did the voters ever have a chance to say what they thought of it?

Derek Fildebrandt, Dave Naylor, Cory Morgan and Nigel Hannaford break down Edmonton police's hate speech tip line, Danielle Smith's shifting position on equalization, and growing tensions inside Alberta's United Conservative base. The panel also weighs in on Mark Carney's relationship with Alberta, the future of pipeline approvals, and viral footage from Spain that has reignited debate over mass migration, borders and national security.

Bloated and intrusive governments at all levels are pressuring Canadians while politicians try to sooth citizens with small handouts of their own money.»»» Subscribe to the Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscriptionFor breaking news, videos, opinion and in-depth coverage: https://www.westernstandard.news/Follow the Western Standard on X: https://x.com/WesternStandardFollow the Western Standard on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westernstandardonline/Sign up for Western Standard newsletters: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/788568/130204520588249083/shareSupport independent journalism in Western Canada: https://www.westernstandard.news/subscription

In the first episode of A Nation of People, Natalie St. Hilaire and Randy Royer examine Canada's constitutional foundations and argue that Pierre Trudeau's 1982 Constitution fundamentally changed the country.They compare pre-1982 Canada with the constitutional system that followed, discussing common law, judicial supremacy, provincial sovereignty, property rights, the role of the courts, and why Alberta's frustrations with Ottawa may be rooted in the structure of Canada itself.

Marty dives into the Elections Alberta petition count and what it means for Alberta's referendum fight. Also on the show: Danielle Smith and Mark Carney meet in Red Deer, the future of Ottawa's ultimatum, housing jurisdiction, equalization, the sad ending to little Parker's story, Dr. Anthony Fauci pleading the Fifth, his pardon, a look back at the COVID story of the last five years, and whether Thomas Lukaszuk is actively campaigning.

Prime Minister Mark Carney was elected in large part as the experienced deal-maker who could manage US President Donald Trump.Perhaps the idea of “managing” President Trump was always presumptuous. Nevertheless, eighteen months ago, that was the expectation and the prime minister allowed it – even encouraged it.But, it's not happened yet.

Derek Fildebrandt, Nigel Hannaford, Cory Morgan and Dave Naylor break down Elections Alberta's handling of the independence referendum campaign, Jason Kenney's possible path back into federal Conservative politics, and the growing Canada-U.S. trade fight under Trump.

The Chief Electoral Officer of Alberta is bringing Alberta's entire democratic system into disrepute by indulging Lukaszuk's coy game.

Marty breaks down Trump's latest tariff hit on Canada, why Mexico was spared, and the calls for unity coming out of the First Ministers' meeting in PEI. He also weighs in on Doug Ford's latest shots at Trump, secrecy around the Gordie Howe Bridge agreement, Smith's “fascist pancakes” controversy, inflation climbing to 2.8%, GoodLife gyms, Stats Canada's crime numbers, and Elections Alberta opening mail-in ballots for the referendum while facing new attacks.

“Instead of taking computer science, get a trade.”That's Gwyn Morgan's blunt advice for young people watching their career plans collapse under the advance of artificial intelligence. The former EnCana president, a man who built one of North America's largest natural-gas producers, is not known for soft talk. In this week's Hannaford, he delivered the line with the same directness that once defined his corporate career: AI is already wiping out the need for legions of programmers.

Cory Morgan is joined by Lindsay Wilson, Nigel Hannaford and Dave Wiechnik to discuss Corus moving Alberta news production to Toronto, media trust, free speech, the “fascist pancakes” controversy, Trump's tariff pressure, Carney's secret bridge toll deal, and Doug Ford's comments on using Western resources in Canada-U.S. trade talks.

The Assembly of First Nations is a lobby group getting over 90% of its funding from taxpayers only to blow most of it on salary and travel. Let them fund their group themselves.

The Western Standard hosts an Independence vs. Federalism Debate at the Glenmore Inn & Conference Centre, bringing together two opposing views on Alberta's future in Canada.The debate is moderated by Fair Deal Panelist and former Calgary-Varsity MLA Donna Kennedy-Glans.Western Standard Publisher, President and CEO Derek Fildebrandt makes the case for Alberta independence, while Mount Royal University political science professor Dr. Duane Bratt argues in favour of federalism.

Marty breaks down Ontario's wildfire troubles, Alberta's low fire season, stubborn inflation, Carney's new COO, Corus moving Alberta news production to Toronto, Trudeau's TikTok return, Jeff Rath's frozen assets, First Nations pushback on major projects, Alberta's rebate flop, and Canada pausing parent and grandparent sponsorship applications.

Alberta must fiercely defend provincial control over its electricity system against federal proposals for a centrally organized national grid. Thus utilities economist Edgardo Sepulveda, tonight's guest on Hannaford. The Trudeau-Carney government recently released a national electricity strategy to promote the idea of shifting power flows from traditional North-South trade to what Ottawa is pitching as greater East-West integration.

Cory Morgan fills in as host with Dave Naylor and Nigel Hannaford to discuss Jeffrey Rath's legal troubles and their impact on Alberta's independence movement, renewed calls to cut Alberta's health transfers, and Alberta driving nearly eight in 10 new jobs across Canada. The panel also examines Mark Carney's unusual American COO hire, First Nations opposition to major project approvals, and Ottawa's struggle to get big infrastructure built.

The announcement of new data centres for Alberta is a great thing. We should embrace the opportunity.

Marty breaks down Canada's strange turn from pipelines to submarines, as Ottawa eyes new energy projects while buying German subs and sending $900 million to Ukraine. He weighs in on pipeline proposals, Carney's trouble with his base, and Canada's lack of shovel-ready projects. He also looks at Alberta's independence push, signature counting and Cory Morgan's July 18 telethon, plus manufacturing jobs, climate ideology and Europe's driver monitoring push.

Over the past three years, the Government of Canada has passed six new laws to restrict and diminish your freedom to say out loud what you think and believe.This is not opinion. This is fact. Every one of these new laws promises something good. But, hidden in every bill is something you should never see in Canadian democracy. It is classic bait-and-switch.

Derek Fildebrandt, Nigel Hannaford, Cory Morgan and Dave Naylor break down the latest pipeline push from Alberta to the West Coast and Ontario, the state of Alberta's independence campaign, and Corb Lund's failed anti-coal mining petition.

Premier Smith's efforts to spin the issue are embarrassing. Nationalizing energy infrastructure will is the beginning of the end of Alberta's economy.

Marty returns this week to break down the USMCA trade deal being on life support, Mark Carney's housing bailout, the decline of public services in British Columbia, and the latest win for Alberta independence supporters as petition signatures are cleared to be counted. He also weighs in on a possible pipeline announcement, Alberta's $100 energy rebate and concerns about digital ID, the Snowbirds skipping Ottawa, and Canada advancing to the World Cup round of 16.