Podcast appearances and mentions of Brian Pallister

Our interview with North Kildonan Councilor Jeff Browaty ⁠went so well⁠, we took it into overtime to get his thoughts on the biggest regional story of the summer for Episode 25! The collapse of the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region's vaunted Plan20-50 started with ⁠Marty Gold's column in the Winnipeg Sun alerting the public⁠ of the serious flaws stakeholders exposed at first Public Hearing. Then when 600 concerned citizens showed up for the next hearing in Niverville- ⁠the WMR postponed the session until a bigger venue could be found. But the tide had turned. Rural municipalities spoke out with ⁠their own concerns about the WMR itself⁠, the power grab to control elected RM councils, and the 'Winnipeg veto'. Winnipeg councillors were remarkably silent about Gillingham not bringing the plan back to City Council for their review and approval- something Gillingham voted for when Brian Bowman was mayor. And so did Jeff Browaty. We need your help! The Season 5 Funding Drive is within $2500 of our budget goal! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to donate today Part 1- Marty updates the audience on the Winnipeg Sun's shift to a broadsheet format, the closure of 4 more 7-Elevens and the failure of civic leaders, and the fear of ⁠cat killers roaming the inner city⁠ - which CBC and the Free Press refuse to report. Then you'll hear why the RM of Macdonald has also rejected Plan20-50. That is 12 (out of 18) Metro members to turn thumbs down on it. ⁠⁠⁠ 14.10 Part 2- An EPC member, Browaty doesn't recall if Council was briefed on the Open House held by the WMR last November- and was not aware of the proposed 10 year hold to making changes to Plan20-50. He says the problems of the "well intended plan" are rooted in being a "creature of the Brian Pallister regime." "Their communications were abhorrently bad. It was all concentrated power in the Premier's office, he didn't like talking to people whether it was his Ministers, to the media, to the public." Browaty addresses what he calls "conspiracy theories" of Plan20-50 opponents - "Is there going to be some shock collar or toll gate or Checkpoint Charlie to prevent you from going beyond your area? Nooo... these Capital Region reeves are not these WEF folks, they're good Joe Lunchbox municipal leaders." 21.40 - Regarding the City Transportation2050 plan which is subject to any over-riding Metro blueprint, "I don't think most residents have any interest or care." The large crowd in Niverville was drawn under "false pretences", Browaty insists. "We aren't going to be restricting peoples movements," and will table a motion to confirm it: "Yes yes, if it makes people feel better, absolutely." Agreeing that any revised plan needs to have proper public consultation, he's focused on protecting "the Winnipeg advantage", and mentions the surrounding RMs need to pick up some of our "heavy costs". 27.30 - Meanwhile, dissenting RMs mentioned WMR fees and costs- and Browaty agrees. "You're right, those consulting dollars were not small." He describes getting earlier briefings about Plan20-50 but he saw "nothing eye-pokingly problematic" and as for feedback from NK residents, "the concerns were about stuff I don't think are going to see the light of day." Browaty calls Plan20-50 "basically dead in the water" but maintains, "there's a big advantage to better coordinating the Capital Region." "Let's find a way where we can sell the Region," he concludes, after agreeing to ensure Council will vote on any future blueprint. 36.20 Part 3 - Marty has a bit about Pallister, more about Browaty's comments, and a lot about how the local media can't give credence to the Hail Mary PR blitz of Plan20-50 supporters or call the rebellious RMs misinformed. Also- we're looking at holding a Town Hall - Interested? Let us know! E-transfers, sponsor inquiries, comments - martygoldlive@gmail.com Read Marty Gold's column in the Sun on the first anniversary of October 7: ⁠⁠⁠Courting Hamas supporters shows our PM to be morally bankrupt⁠

David McLaughlin, political insider with experience in multiple Canadian governments; he is the CEO of the Institute on Governance. He discusses the Israeli-Hamas conflict, noting the lack of clear solutions and the importance of understanding the region's history, and the irony of Israel being surprised by attacks on Jewish holidays, and the ongoing challenges in intelligence gathering, and the lack of transparency and accountability in Israel's intelligence community has led to concerns about the reliability of intelligence gathering and the potential for political interference. David believes there is a deep connection between Iran and Hamas, with Hamas being funded by Iran and taking instructions from them. McLaughlin is wary of drawing conclusions about Iran's involvement in the recent massacre in Israel, as there is limited information and the risk of driving conflict with Iran. In the second half of the show, they discuss the election results and campaign strategies of the recent Manitoba election. David headed up Brian Pallister's election campaigns in 2016 and 2019. Charles Adler questions the accuracy of Marni Larkin's claim that the Manitoba PCs were threatened with losing 45 seats in the legislature, which David dismissed Larkin's claim as "windmill size spin," as the PCs actually retained 15 seats instead of losing 45. Also covered: What this means for Conservative election strategies going forward and what challenges the Manitoba PC's face due to branding and how they have positioned themselves, potentially impacting their next leader and future political efforts.

While it might not have the drama and potential national repercussions of Alberta's election in May, Manitoba's provincial election in October could prove to be 2023's big shift.The Progressive Conservatives have governed the province since 2016 and were re-elected under Brian Pallister in 2019. But the PCs have been trailing in the polls for years. A change at the top in late 2021, when Heather Stefanson was named as Pallister's replacement, hasn't changed things.That makes this year's election Wab Kinew and the NDP's to lose.Joining me this week to discuss Manitoba's election year is Curtis Brown, principal at Probe Research, and Ian Froese, the CBC's provincial affairs reporter in Winnipeg.As always, in addition to listening to the episode in your inbox, at TheWrit.ca or on podcast apps like Apple Podcasts, you can also watch this episode on YouTube. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thewrit.ca/subscribe

Heather Stefanson is the first woman to be premier in the history of Manitoba, after winning the Progressive Conservative leadership race after the departure of Brian Pallister.  But her victory is being challenged by runner-up Shelly Glover, who says there were irregularities in the vote and she is the rightful premier.  Winnipeg Sun columnist Josh Aldrich joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss some of the problems with the leadership vote, why Glover feels she has won, and what Stefanson's first priorities will be as premier.  Background reading: Two people think they're the rightful premier of Manitoba, and the PCs have themselves to blame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19:28 | International business expert Dr. Adel Guitoni explains why shopping this holiday season will be challenging because of the interdependence of our economic systems and continuing supply chain bottlenecks around the globe. 55:06 | Niigaan Sinclair digs into COP26, the fall-out from Manitoba premier Brian Pallister's resignation, the appointment of Patty Hajdu as Minister of Indigenous Services Canada in the new federal cabinet, Elections Canada investigating ‘voter suppression' in First Nation communities, plus much more. 1:49:19 | #EatYourWords | Ryan revels in the Bloc Québécois' Yves-François Blanchet exploring what re-opening Canada's equalization agreement could accomplish, including penalizing Alberta for it's economic dependance on oil and gas ... not what Kenney banked on.

In case you missed it already this week, I've started my series of post-election analyses of each party's performance. Check them out below (subscribers only):For the Liberals, a win's a win — but also a warningConservatives still losing where they need to winThis week on The Writ podcast:In the newsErin O'Toole holds a meeting with his new caucus for the first time and emerges with his leadership intact, for now.A judicial recount overturns the preliminary results in a Quebec riding, meaning not a single seat changed hands in the province.Former Manitoba premier Brian Pallister resigns his seat of Fort Whyte.Saskatchewan NDP leader Ryan Meili passes a leadership vote, though not exactly with flying colours.Sabrina Nanji of Queen's Park Observer joins the podcast for her first update on the election goings-on at the Ontario legislature.Polls of the weekFrançois Legault is sitting pretty in the latest Léger poll out of Quebec.Jason Kenney is sitting…ugly?…in a new ThinkHQ poll out of Alberta.Questions and answersWhat do the federal results in Quebec say about next year's provincial election?What's the new path to a majority for the Liberals or Conservatives?Notable second-place finishes on election night.#EveryElectionProjectThe 1987 New Brunswick election, in which voters decided an opposition was optional.If you have any questions you'd like me to answer in next week's episode, leave a comment below, tweet me or send me an email. You can also listen to episodes of The Writ on YouTube by subscribing to my channel here.This week's podcast title musical inspiration courtesy of Cheap Trick:Thanks for listening and have a great Thanksgiving weekend! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thewrit.ca/subscribe

On this episode, Winnipeg musician/comedian J. Williamez talks about straddling both worlds (and why he’s more comfortable playing shows with bands than comics), hecklers, ridiculously ambitious projects, his “muse” — Brian Pallister — and so much more. This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company.Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon. You can help out for as little as $1 a month if you like the show and want to throw some change in the guitar case! You can also throw a one-time tip via Buymeacoffee.As always, if you like the podcast, please tell a friend or 20! Rate and review on your podcast player of choice! Word of mouth is still the main way Witchpolice Radio reaches new ears.Thanks for listening!

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Goodbyes are hard, hellos might be harder. Off the top, Marxists love to hate social democracy. Marxism may be the dominant stream of socialist thought, but is it the only way? Today marks goodbye for Manitoba Premier Brain Pallister who succumbed to the implosion of his poll numbers and the turncoating of his political allies. After months of speculation about what happens in the next Manitoba election, one thing is clear — Brian Pallister won't be a part of it. Today also marks the first hello we'll get from the Liberal platform. What can we expect? Will it be chock full of surprises or just more of the same? Get ready to dig into whatever is released and tp tear it apart with us! In the candidate corner, rather than simply profile a candidate, we're asking you to join a national day of action on September 11th with Joe & Rodger. We'll be phone banking for NDP candidate Matthew Green from Hamilton Centre to help send him back to the House. Matthew is a friend of the show, a champion of the people, and a tireless advocate for a better Canada. Join us! Links https://tinyurl.com/MG-Phone-Bank (Join Joe & Rodger for a national day of action for NDP champion Matthew Green!) https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on Twitter) https://twitter.com/itsrodgermoran (Follow Rodger on Twitter) Stay connected with the latest from New Left Radio by https://newleft.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=8227a4372fe8dc22bdbf0e3db&id=e99d6c70b4 (joining our mailing list) today! _________ Support this podcast

Des candidats aux élections fédérales de 2021 participent à un panel; Égide Royer discute de réussite scolaire en temps de pandémie; Chantallya Louis suit le départ du premier ministre du Manitoba, Brian Pallister; le Dr Luc De Garie commente l'état critique de la boxeuse mexicaine Jeanette Zacarias Zapata; et Anyck Béraud fait le point sur la situation de la communauté ouïgoure.

Uzoma Asagwara, MLA for Union Station and NDP Critic for Health, Seniors and Active Living, joins the show this week! Our conversation meanders its way from important things like BLM, coming out as non-binary, QPOC Winnipeg, healthcare, being among the first black MLAs in our province's history and the state of Manitoba politics, Brian Pallister's leadership (and departure), and Union Station challenges; to less heavy things like becoming a professional basketball player, joking with Wab, Dancing with the Stars, mullets, time travel, and much more! Enjoy! *** We're played out this week by Quinton Blair's recent single 'Wild Horse Rider' - https://open.spotify.com/track/5ncbADVtkuYG9jkGTLscGv?si=ca471d746eb840a2 *** Thanks for listening, and please subscribe, follow, rate, and review to help others find the show! > Get yourself some Two Idiots Podcast merch by going to teespring.com/stores/two-idiots-podcast! > Support the show for as little as $3/month and get exclusive perks at https://www.patreon.com/twoidiotspodcast https://anchor.fm/twoidiotspodcast -- EMAIL - doubleidiotspodcast@gmail.com -- IG - https://www.instagram.com/twoidiotspodcast/ -- FB - https://www.facebook.com/twoidiotspod/ -- Twitter - https://twitter.com/twoidiotsshow -- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCletCe9cYQIXJ0uqqpfObVQ/videos?view_as=subscriber

Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister surprised many political watchers with his sudden resignation announcement, less than two years since his PC party won a resounding mandate from voters. The move comes amid questions about his handling of the pandemic, as well as controversial comments about colonization and residential schools from within his government. Winnipeg Sun columnist Josh Aldrich joins Dave to discuss Pallister's rise to the premier's office, his legacy for Manitoba and whether the pandemic changes will affect how he is remembered. Background reading: Pallister's legacy not defined by recent struggles

Musician and Comedian J. WILLIAMEZ gets the Zoom treatment. He talks about his catalogue of tunes, from the dirty ditties he wrote privately for his friends, to his YouTube love letters acknowledging The Most Amazing Premier Of All Time, Brian Pallister. Hockey, Diarrhoea, Boney M., it's all in there. Plus, I Can't Sing And Play At The Same Time. www.facebook.com/J.Williamez soundcloud.com/jeremy-williamez linktr.ee/themanitobamoneyshotpodcast

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The new full-length from Temecula based brutal death metal band ‘Rectum Torture is out now and it's called “Gut”. And I'll tell you what, it is hands down the best 'Rectum Torture' release to date! And in addition to that, there has been a large amount of listener questions come into the show after the last ad for questions. Plus, we look into Scott Moe's questionable history, and Brian Pallister being stupid. Not only that, there's even more!!! Check out all things Phenomena Nations and buy merch on the Linktree here: https://linktr.ee/pnpod  Parler: PhenomenaNationsPod  Mixlr: http://mixlr.com/phenomena-nations-podcast  Check Out Cryptids Comics Here: https://linktr.ee/middletonstudios/  AND HERE https://instagram.com/cryptid_comics?igshid=13gfktnyj179k  The sources used in this episode:  Brian Pallister Avoids Question And Talks About The Rain: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wckMULt01EE '23 years and I find out our premier killed my mother': Scott Moe apologizes for fatal crash following Facebook post: https://www.google.ca/amp/s/beta.ctvnews.ca/local/saskatoon/2020/10/6/1_5134917.html The Music: Hit The Pipes by Fullminator: Fullminator: https://fullminatorofficial.bandcamp.com/music Dickpics by Honor: https://linktr.ee/honorthrash  Marissa by 40 Open: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rx4uqkxFyVC6XwxZp8Hru Selling Hash To Elementary School Children by Rectum Torture: https://linktr.ee/rectumtorture Foghorn by Bloodprint:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodprintofficial/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloodprintofficial-103483218243646  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDYkx6gRmInQD5ZCxIb5qLw  Lighthouse by Wring Out: https://wringout.carrd.co/  California Psychosis by The Cool Adorers:  YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuJqHBq2CmEjNHaSDrEQvYw Bandcamp: https://thecooladorers.bandcamp.com/ Spreadshirt: https://shop.spreadshirt.de/the-cool-adorers-fanshop/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecooladorers_official/ Pangea by Asraya: https://youtube.com/channel/UCfH22jBm_gyfpx9XK_ZsL1A The Virus by RC:    Instagram: https://instagram.com/rc.the.rapper?igshid=1nz7mfrjho1tl    Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCt5hJBaeZgG4eoHUY_w8kug    For questions, comments, suggestions for future episodes, or if you  would like some merchandise for purchandise, email me at  pichettemax111@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pnpod/message

Mark Reimer rejoins the show and we have a great time discussing his first novel, 'The Four Horsemen'! We chat about how he got into writing, borrowing heavily from his life to craft a relatable and powerful story about a preacher's family struggling to deal with tragedy, faith, blended families, trauma, sexuality, etc (this episode is FULL of cliffhangers and teases, so buy the book!), the touching reviews and responses to his writing, the process of publishing, OJ Simpson, Reg and Randy's chronic procrastination, the uncertainties surrounding Covid and Brian Pallister's resignation, the Olympics and which sport each of us could do (the answer is none), NBA refs and the Toronto Raptors, a round of Rapid Fire questions (DO pineapples belong on pizza?), and so much more! It's always a pleasure to chat with Mark, and we hope you enjoy! You can purchase a copy of 'The Four Horsemen' directly from Mark (email doubleidiotspodcast@gmail.com) or from everywhere else, including Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Four-Horsemen-Mark-Reimer/dp/1039102794/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1628742597&sr=8-17 *** We're played out this week by Mitch's recent single 'Places' - https://open.spotify.com/track/6K4EFaNl4eAk7CwT0wGDQW?si=530ebbdc5d4640bd *** Thanks for listening, and please subscribe, follow, rate, and review to help others find the show! > Get yourself some Two Idiots Podcast merch by going to teespring.com/stores/two-idiots-podcast! > Support the show for as little as $3/month and get exclusive perks at https://www.patreon.com/twoidiotspodcast Episode Sponsor: >>> Use the promo code "20IDIOTS" at https://ca.manscaped.com/ for 20% off your order + free shipping!

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Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon) today! The PM drops big bucks on the Muskrat Falls Dam project in Newfoundland, but just who is his audience and what message is he trying to send? Manitobans overwhelmingly despise Brian Pallister — now it seems the long knives are out. Stories of intrigue and increasingly bizarre behaviour are making Pallister look more and more like the most paranoid of petty dictators. Have you heard an election is coming? Elections Canada says it's ready but according to new polling 37% of the 18,000,000 Canadians that cast a ballot in 2019 says they might vote by mail. Are we headed for US election drama? Stay connected with the latest from New Left Radio by https://newleft.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=8227a4372fe8dc22bdbf0e3db&id=e99d6c70b4 (joining our mailing list). _______________ Support this podcast

16:05 | #EatYourWords presented by Prairie Catering Manitoba's new Indigenous and reconciliation and northern affairs minister,  Dr. Alan Lagimodiere is confronted by Manitoba opposition leader Wab Kinew for erroneous claims about residential schools.  20:17 | Award-winning author David A. Robertson unpacks how Manitoba's premier Brian Pallister is harming the fragile relationship between Indigenous people and the provincial government.  1:03:39 | Managing editor of Capital Daily in Victoria, BC, Jimmy Thomson explains the importance of taking the RCMP to court (and winning!) to ensure access to the contested Fairy Creek old-growth forest on Vancouver Island.   1:28:17 | Fairy Creek protester Nikki Ford speaks directly from the blockade, offering insight on the day to day challenges and successes.  1:40:53 | Six friends will join Scott Walker to hike Banff's Tunnel Mountain Trail for 24 hours straight this weekend. Scott shares his personal journey living with bi-polar disorder and how the annual hike helps boost mental health awareness. 1:55:16 | Dr. Ubaka Ogbogu raises the alarm on the UCP government cancelling all public health measures during the pandemic.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Alright, it's time for another Herle Burly 2-part pod!The Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, is here for Part 1, and I'm excited about that. You all know Mr. O'Regan. 10 years a co-host of CTV's Canada AM. Member of Parliament for St. John's South—Mount Pearl since 2015. We're going to talk about climate policy, the oil provinces and their economic prospects, national unity, and conversion therapy.Part 2 is the ever-lovin', ever-insightful Political Panel with me, and our 2 comms and strategy gurus ... Scott Reid and Jenni Byrne. Lots to talk about today:The Nova Scotia election has kicked off. We'll dive into what happened this first weekend and look ahead.It's a Manitoba Meltdown in Brian Pallister's government! We'll dive into just what the hell is going on there.And then ... we'll do an Eve of the Election Mailbag! We put out the call for questions on our socials yesterday. And you responded! And then of course, it's #HeyYou!Thank you for joining us on The Herle Burly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from The Herle Burly on YouTube.

The focus is on Manitoba, supposedly the North American 'hotspot' for Covid cases, after Alberta was the hotspot, and before that BC. Now the Premier, Brian Pallister (who equated himself with God on May 25 when he proclaimed an 11th Commandment "Obey the health orders!") is gearing up to introduce vaccine passports, which they are calling "immunization cards." Regardless of what focus groups say is a better name to sell the idea to the public, they still violate the Canadian Charter.Winnipeg Sun, Jun 8, 2021: Vaccination passports available to Manitobans after second shotCTV News, Jan 8, 2021: Manitoba unveils immunization cards for fully vaccinated peopleCorrection: I misstated during the podcast, saying incorrectly that California had revised its death count down by 25%. In fact, it was Alameda County in California that revised its count, not the whole state.IBT, Jun 7, 2021: 'Clearly Not Caused By COVID-19': California County Cuts Virus Death Count By 25%CBC, Jun 9, 2021: Outdoor gatherings of up to 5 people allowed in Manitoba as of SaturdayCanadian Press via MSN, Jun 9, 2021: Vaccine lottery: Manitobans eligible for cash, scholarships if they get a COVID shotCBC, Jun 9, 2021: Winnipeg teen among 4 COVID-19 deaths as Manitoba reports 250 new casesYoutube, May 25, 2021: Pallister's 11th commandmentThe Counter Signal, May 28, 2021: EXCLUSIVE: Manitoba pastor in hiding after warrant issuedGlobal News via MSN, Jun 8, 2021: Liberals, Bloc vote to end Bill C-10 study amid social media free speech concernsThe Counter Signal, May 19, 2021: Calgary Police Chief: Protests aren't unlawful - only anti-lockdown ones areCTV, Jun 9, 2021: Alberta's Stage 3 timeline unclear as demand for first dose diminishes: Kenney660 City News, Jun 7, 2021: Kenney 'regrets perception' of, apologizes for Sky Palace dinnerTheme Music "Carpay Diem" by Dave StevensSupport the show (https://www.jccf.ca/donate/)

Brian Pallister unveiled "Manitoba's One Great Vague Reopening" plan...plus, the concept of tipping...and cocaine hippos taking over Colombia.

Manitoba is a smaller province, so maybe we don't talk about it enough. But it truly has one of the most abusive and authoritarian premiers in the whole country in terms of the lockdown — Brian Pallister. GUEST: Manny Montenegrino

Merella Fernandez, CTV News; Patty Hajdu, Health Minister; Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Cindy Blackstock, First Nations Children and Family Caring Society; Colin D'Mello, CTV News; Annie Bergeron-Oliver, CTV News; Robert Benzie, the Toronto Star; and Mustafa Farooq, National Council of Canadian Muslims.

Brian Pallister (Manitoba Premier) ignores a question about IVERMECTIN anyone see a pattern Music by The who 'don't get fooled again'

Brian Pallister (Manitoba Premier) ignores a question about IVERMECTIN anyone see a patternMusic by The who 'don't get fooled again'

The At Issue panel discusses the timing of the next federal election and how the prime minister could justify going to the polls sooner rather than later. Plus in this extended edition, the panellists unpack Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister's challenges during the third wave.

Bill Blair, Public Safety Minister; Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Sandy Hudson, Black Lives Matter Toronto; Akwasi Owusu-Bempah; The University of Toronto; Robert Benzie, the Toronto Star; Rachel Aiello, CTV News; Dr. Lawrence Loh, Chief Medical Officer of Health for Peel Region; and Mostafa Askari, Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy.

Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Dominic LeBlanc, Intergovernmental Affairs Minister; Chief Mike Sack, Sipekne'katik First Nation; Joyce Napier, CTV News; Karl Dockstader, One Dish, One Mic; Jerry Dias, Unifor President; and Dr. Zain Chagla, Infectious Disease Specialist.

‘The West Block' podcast host Mercedes Stephenson speaks to Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister who says the federal government has blocked the provinces ability to procure COVID-19 vaccines from suppliers Ottawa has agreements with. But, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Dominic LeBlanc, says Ottawa has not signed deals disallowing provinces from buying vaccines. Mercedes Stephenson also presses Huawei Canada's Vice President of Government Affairs Morgan Elliott on why the company won't condemn the arbitrary detention of the two Michaels in China.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Ches Crosbie, N.L .Conservative Party Leader; Richard Madan, CTV News; Annamie Paul, Green Party Leader; Joyce Napier, CTV News; Zi-Ann Lum, Huffington Post Canada; Dr. Zain Chagla, Infectious Disease Specialist. 

New year, new theme music, new BST!We've got a couple 2020 in review pieces that suggest maybe the hell year we're all traumatized from wasn't so bad after all.  We start off with Never Trumper-turned-Trumper Hugh Hewitt's piece in the Washington Post, which contends that, sure, there was the whole pandemic thing, but there were also some bright spots, such as the amazing work Trump has done combatting the virus. We challenge you to name a U.S. president who has handled COVID-19 better.Next, we go for some Canadian content from washed up Liberal partisan hack turned Conservative hack Warren Kinsella, who gives us his 10 winners and losers from the year that was. To give a preview of the list's coherence, his top 3 were the country's premiers, Doug Ford (a premier) and Brian Pallister (a premier).  LinksCharlie Angus defends himself from the smearsOliver Holmes and Hazem Balousha - Palestinians excluded from Israeli Covid vaccine rollout as jabs go to settlersValerie Hopkins - Old tensions still alive in Bosnia 25 years after DaytonNora Loreto - Canada Is Robbing the Global South of a Pandemic RecoveryLike what you hear?Give us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. You can also throw us a few bucks on our Patreon to access exclusive content and maybe even appear on the show.Follow Big Shiny Takes on Twitter or Instagram!@bigshinytakesTheme music courtesy of Jack Dump. 

This is our post Christmas episode, recorded pre-Christmas. (1:04) We welcome CoreyGeek (Corey Toews) back to the show. Having just finished our 300th episode, we provide a small recap of what happened last episode. (4:06) (5:49) Corey and Seanorama challenge FastFret to watch the first 10 minutes of Wolverine Origins. We get FastFret's reaction to seeing it for the first time. And how does it relate to Frosty the Snowman? How many Sabretooth's were in the X-men franchise? And how does FastFret predicts how the movie will end without having seen it? (30:10) The X-Men films in the beginning were plagued with problems related to the studio and the movie landscape. As one of the first successful Marvel films, the productions were vastly different than we see on current Marvel fare. (34:41) The Fantastic Four Films had a storied history on the screen, including one film that was never actually released. Why was the FF so hard to make? Money, rights, and lawyers. (44:08) And yes it relates to Taylor Swift. (46:40) Is Ben Moss going out business? Businesses have out of business sales all the time but Corey's favourite Shadowfax Books actually did. What happens to the old stock when a bookstore shuts down? (50:31) Who is sharing Brian Pallister's impassioned COVID speech around the world. Is there validity to his speech? Does Pallister care? What is the real story of the pandemic in Manitoba? https://ca.news.yahoo.com/brian-palliister-covid-19-speech-manitoba-233503901.html #christmas #wolverine #xmen #fantasticfour #marvel #brianpallister Website: www.seanmcginity.ca Meet The Geeks: http://mtgcomic.thecomicseries.com/ @seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @fastfretfingers on Instagram @ToddGeeks Tech Talk on Facebook @the_real_meet_the_geeks on Instagram Support this podcast

This is our post Christmas episode, recorded pre-Christmas. (1:04) We welcome CoreyGeek (Corey Toews) back to the show. Having just finished our 300th episode, we provide a small recap of what happened last episode. (4:06) (5:49) Corey and Seanorama challenge FastFret to watch the first 10 minutes of Wolverine Origins. We get FastFret's reaction to seeing it for the first time. And how does it relate to Frosty the Snowman? How many Sabretooth's were in the X-men franchise? And how does FastFret predicts how the movie will end without having seen it? (30:10) The X-Men films in the beginning were plagued with problems related to the studio and the movie landscape. As one of the first successful Marvel films, the productions were vastly different than we see on current Marvel fare. (34:41) The Fantastic Four Films had a storied history on the screen, including one film that was never actually released. Why was the FF so hard to make? Money, rights, and lawyers. (44:08) And yes it relates to Taylor Swift. (46:40) Is Ben Moss going out business? Businesses have out of business sales all the time but Corey's favourite Shadowfax Books actually did. What happens to the old stock when a bookstore shuts down? (50:31) Who is sharing Brian Pallister's impassioned COVID speech around the world. Is there validity to his speech? Does Pallister care? What is the real story of the pandemic in Manitoba? https://ca.news.yahoo.com/brian-palliister-covid-19-speech-manitoba-233503901.html christmas #wolverine #xmen #fantasticfour #marvel #brianpallister Website: www.seanmcginity.ca Meet The Geeks: http://mtgcomic.thecomicseries.com/ @seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @fastfretfingers on Instagram @ToddGeeks Tech Talk on Facebook @therealmeetthegeeks on Instagram

This is our post Christmas episode, recorded pre-Christmas. (1:04) We welcome CoreyGeek (Corey Toews) back to the show. Having just finished our 300th episode, we provide a small recap of what happened last episode. (4:06) (5:49) Corey and Seanorama challenge FastFret to watch the first 10 minutes of Wolverine Origins. We get FastFret's reaction to seeing it for the first time. And how does it relate to Frosty the Snowman? How many Sabretooth's were in the X-men franchise? And how does FastFret predicts how the movie will end without having seen it? (30:10) The X-Men films in the beginning were plagued with problems related to the studio and the movie landscape. As one of the first successful Marvel films, the productions were vastly different than we see on current Marvel fare. (34:41) The Fantastic Four Films had a storied history on the screen, including one film that was never actually released. Why was the FF so hard to make? Money, rights, and lawyers. (44:08) And yes it relates to Taylor Swift. (46:40) Is Ben Moss going out business? Businesses have out of business sales all the time but Corey's favourite Shadowfax Books actually did. What happens to the old stock when a bookstore shuts down? (50:31) Who is sharing Brian Pallister's impassioned COVID speech around the world. Is there validity to his speech? Does Pallister care? What is the real story of the pandemic in Manitoba? https://ca.news.yahoo.com/brian-palliister-covid-19-speech-manitoba-233503901.html christmas #wolverine #xmen #fantasticfour #marvel #brianpallister Website: www.seanmcginity.ca Meet The Geeks: http://mtgcomic.thecomicseries.com/ @seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @fastfretfingers on Instagram @ToddGeeks Tech Talk on Facebook @therealmeetthegeeks on Instagram

Ezra Levant on the China Files and Sheila Gunn Reid on Manitoba's premier Brian Pallister.

Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Vina Nadjibulla, Michael Kovrig's advocate; Tom Mulcair, CTV News Political Analyst; Joyce Napier, CTV News; Vanmala Subramaniam, The Logic. 

A western Canadian premier denounced by critics for bungling the province’s COVID response has now come under fire for questionable comments about immunizing Indians. We’re talking Manitoba, where Brian Pallister’s gone on-record as saying that federal moves to ensure First Nations get vaccines would somehow leave less for everybody else...? Trust us: that's only mildly paraphrased. Joining host/producer Rick Harp to review the real rhetoric used by the premier are Ken Williams, assistant professor with the University of Alberta’s department of drama, and Brock Pitawanakwat, Associate Professor of Indigenous Studies at York University. // CREDITS: Our theme is 'nesting' by birocratic.

Chronique politique provinciale et fédérale avec Antoine Robitaille et Caroline St-Hilaire : Santé Canada vient d’autoriser le vaccin Pfizer. Brian Pallister fait le tour du monde avec sa déclaration sur les covidiots. Fitzgibbon blâmé encore une fois. Un sous-ministre viré et récompensé au ministère de l’Éducation.  Pour de l’information concernant l’utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr

Claude Grenier, propriétaire de la boutique Numéra et fondateur du site web paricitte.com : il est l’instigateur d’une campagne de publicité où les commerçants de Lac-Mégantic se dénudent. Chronique d’Anaïs Guertin-Lacroix : Anaïs tente de remettre Benoît dans l’esprit des fêtes. Entrevue avec Nancy Delagrave, physicienne et Marwah Rizqy, députée de Saint-Laurent pour le Parti libéral du Québec : Que se passe-t-il avec la qualité de l’air dans les écoles en lien avec la COVID-19. Chronique de Geneviève Pettersen : l'identité des acteurs et celle du personnage. Point de presse de François Legault, Christian Dubé et Horacio Arruda : Le point sur la situation de la COVID au Québec : la police va distribuer davantage d’amendes aux fautifs qui ne respectent pas les mesures sanitaires. Point de presse de François Legault : la police sera plus sévère sur les mesures sanitaires Segment d’actualité avec Alexandre Dubé : retour sur la conférence de presse de François Legault. Le plan de vaccination. Le Dr Arruda sera à l’Assemblée nationale cet après-midi. Mathieu Lacombe veut régler la pénurie de main-d'œuvre dans les centres à la petite enfance. La Charte de la langue française au fédéral?  Entrevue avec Dre Diane Francoeur, Présidente de la fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec : ils publient une lettre ouverte dans le Journal de Montréal pour appuyer le gouvernement Legault dans leur demande d’une augmentation des transferts fédéraux de santé aux provinces.  Chronique politique provinciale et fédérale avec Antoine Robitaille et Caroline St-Hilaire : Santé Canada vient d’autoriser le vaccin Pfizer. Brian Pallister fait le tour du monde avec sa déclaration sur les covidiots. Fitzgibbon blâmé encore une fois. Un sous-ministre viré et récompensé au ministère de l’Éducation.  Chronique politique américaine avec Loïc Tassé, politologue et chroniqueur au Journal de Montréal : la Cour suprême des États-Unis refuse de suivre les élucubrations de Trump. Rencontre de la dernière chance pour le Brexit. La Turquie réalise subitement que l'Europe est sur le point de prendre des sanctions contre elle. Chronique sport avec Jean-Charles Lajoie, animateur à TVA Sports : quelles seront les villes bulles pour la reprise de la LNH?   Une production QUB radio Décembre 2020 Pour de l’information concernant l’utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr

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Manitoba's Premier Brian Pallister has the lowest approval rating in Canada. So why is he unpopular? GUEST: Sheila Gunn Reid interviews lawyer David Anber.

Brian Pallister says he's sorry he has to be the one to steal Christmas! Plus, staff Christmas parties and yet another Monolith update!

A large single upright block of stone, especially one shaped into or serving as a pillar or monument. Yup. It’s becoming a thing as ANOTHER large steel structure has appeared out of thin air. We have a Winnipeg Jet alumni jumping into the trash talking ring with a popular YouTuber. One of Jaguar’s favourite comedians is in trouble with the secret service, and Music News You Can Use has some news that connects Dolly Parton to the former U.S. President. Also… Christmas is cancelled, see Brian Pallister for more information.Here’s The Official Wheeler After Dark WebsiteSponsors:3 Locations of Franks PizzaFrigs Natural MeatNutri LawnVernaus Auto BodyHenderson Massage Health and Wellness CentreSuver DesignDr. Delicious ChiropractorSocial Media:Wheeler After Dark Official InstagramThe Jaguar – InstagramSources:Evander Kane and Jake Paul Boxing Match SetIt’s a “Thing” Now… New Monolith AppearsJohn Mulaney Investigated by Secret ServiceAshera Cat LargeMusic News You Can Use:NME.comDolly Parton – Why’d You Come In Here Lookin’ Like That?Obama on ColbertBlack Sabbath – SnowblindVan Halen – PanamaCardi B. – Bodak YellowBritney Spears – Swimming in The StarsBritney Spears – CrazyDrake – Laugh Now, Cry LaterClips:Foo Fighters – EverlongMr. Poppers PenguinsBoney M ChristmasSupport the show (https://www.safetynetstudio.com/plans-pricing)

This time last year, TJ and Turnbull were on planes back from a wild Grey Cup weekend. Plus, a new member of the family at the Connors' household and Brian Pallister's media interview that didn't look so good.

Local gym owner goes viral with some really offside comments. Plus, Nawlins' Swinger Festival and Brian Pallister hitting people where it hurts.

A pretty big day in the US today... plus, Brian Pallister hates Halloween and if you met a famous person once, are you now buddies?

Level Red begins (1:30); Where is Brian Pallister? Where is our leadership? (Updated late in the show he spoke at 11 am) (9:45); Who is your favourite leader? (20:00); Fusion Grill on whether or not they can survive going back to takeout-only / So many questions for restaurants and all who are affected by Level Red (26:45); NDP & Opposition Leader Wab Kinew on what he'd like to see from the province (47:10); Bob Irving says he could be a world champion...(53:55); Winning text on leaders (1:05:15).

Ever wanted to visit Grandma in a shipping container? Now you can! Plus, crazy anti-mask lady in Calgary and Bruce Springsteen's new album - we've got all the details...numerous times.

The slow return to normal in downtown Winnipeg, and where's the mask Brian? (1:30); Brian Pallister & Andrew Scheer spotted at Toronto's Pearson Airport not wearing masks (9:00); Coffee Crisp was trending. Why? And what's your favourite chocolate treat? (16:25); WHEN will Winnipeg Transit service be back at full capacity? (27:30); Downtown Winnipeg BIZ on the slow return to normal (39:20); 25% of married people say if they won the lottery big, they would do this. What? (45:50).

What happens to Canada now that Meng Wanzhou has lost her case (1:30); Why are Brian Pallister's ratings so low? (13:05); Andrea Aragon and Sean McCann. Co-Authors "One Good Reason" (24:20); Trump vs. Twitter (42:55); The Final Word (55:10). 

We hear from Prime Minister Trudeau (1:30); A husband tells the story of how his wife was refused testing for COVID-19 (12:40); Stranger Than Fiction with TFJ (25:25); Brian Pallister news conference (31:45); Dr. Brent Roussin and Lanette Siragusa speak (1:03:10); The Final Word (1:24:15). 

Navdeep Bains, Industry Minister; Minister; Darren Fisher, Parliamentary Secretary to the Health Minister; Garnett Genuis, Conservative – Alberta; Jenny Kwan, NDP – British Columbia; Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Joyce Napier, CTV News; Stephanie Levitz, The Canadian Press; Eric Duncan, Conservative – Ontario; Scott Reid, CTV News Political Commentator.

Pam Damoff, Liberal-Ontario; Charlie Angus, NDP-Ontario; John Brassard, Conservative-Ontario; Elizabeth May, Green Party Parliamentary Leader; Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Dwight Ball, Newfoundland & Labrador Premier; Robert Fife, The Globe and Mail; Tonda MacCharles, The Toronto Star; Lisa Raitt, CTV News Political Analyst; Jody Wilson-Raybould, Independent-B.C.

Dwight Ball, Newfoundland & Labrador Premier; Brian Pallister, Manitoba Premier; Rob Oliphant, Liberal-Ontario; Dan Albas, Conservative-B.C.; Rachel Blaney, NDP-B.C.; David McClure, Royal Commentator; Michelle Carbert, The Globe and Mail; John Ivison, National Post; Richard Fadden, Fmr. CSIS Director; Edward Goldenberg, Former Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Jean Chrétien.

Brian Innes with the Canola Council of Canada talks about Canada and China’s recent discussions on canola exports and what it means for Canadian producers, Manitoba premier Brian Pallister announces his government’s environmental approach, with Duncan Morrison of the Manitoba Forage & Grasslands Association offering his feedback on the news, […]

Kevin Bittman from Unifor 594 in Regina, Saskatchewan discusses impending lockout for Co-op refinery workers. http://www.unifor594.com/ Mike Espenell, from IBEW 2034 discusses how Brian Pallister’s cuts to Manitoba Hydro have impacted Hydro’s ability to respond to last week’s snow storm, which knocked out power for nearly 50,000 Manitobans. https://www.ibew2034.com/ Jeff Traeger, President of UFCW Local 832 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, provides an update on the long saga of workers at Winnipeg’s popular restaurant chain Stella’s fighting to improve toxic workplace conditions. http://ufcw832.com/node/8346 Joel French, Executive Director of Public Interest Alberta, discusses Jason Kenney’s minimum wage freeze, effective October 1. https://www.pialberta.org/ Also: Edmonton' Climate Strike organizer Emma Jackson sends message to oil & gas workers, Unifor Crown Corporations reach a tentative agreement with the Province of Saskatchewan after 5,000 went on a 17 day strike, and Canadian Labour Congress Staffers strike over pensions, wages, and changes to anti-harassment policy. Support CLC Workers on Strike http://iamdl78.org/clcstrike/

Brian Pallister wins a 2nd term (1:30); Marking the 18th anniversary since 9/11 (6:20); Highlights from election night (11:25); What do you wish your phone can do? (19:30); Memphis students step up to help a bullied classmate (24:50); Where are health care reforms going next? (30:55); Bedroom communities are growing, one RMs plan to lure businesses outside the Perimeter (37:15); Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce on the provincial election (42:55); Hal Anderson talks about 9/11 (49:10). 

Manitoba votes on September 10th in its 39th Provincial election to fill the 57 seats of the Legislature. But despite a fixed election date law, Premier Brian Pallister has chosen to go to the polls over a year earlier than necessary. Why you may ask? Some opinions lean towards the Conservative brand gameplan of solidifying enough Provincial governments to enable the possible amendment of the Canadian Constitution with a Federal Conservative win this October. Some opinions point to the building protests and resistance against his austerity measures requiring a new mandate to continue with any seeming legitimacy. There is no question about the turmoil the Pallister government has caused in three years. Healthcare has seen strikes and consolidation as facilities close and wait times grow. Education has seen ideological interference linked to funding. Environmental policy has disappeared with little regard. Social programs have been slashed, addiction grows and adequate housing and services disappear as privatization spreads. Indigenous policy has hit a low point as issues continue to grow. Nothing has been immune as the "Premier of Costa Rica" plays the role of "Father Knows Best". Is there a viable alternative? James Wilt is a freelance journalist and graduate student based in Winnipeg and can be found on twitter at  @james_m_wilt. He has written for The Narwhal, VICE Canada, The Globe & Mail, Briarpatch and National Observer. Currently working on a book about public transportation for Between The Lines Books, James joins The View Up Here to analyze and discuss the Manitoba election based on his comprehensive piece in Canadian Dimension titled "The Devastation Of Manitoba: An Autopsy Of Pallister's Austerity Regime" available here https://canadiandimension.com/articles/view/the-devastation-of-manitoba

The Gunn Show (September 4, 2019) — On September 10, 2019, Manitobans will cast their vote in their provincial election a full year earlier than expected. Conservative Premier Brian Pallister is asking Manitobans to give him a second term. NDP leader Wab Kinew is asking Manitobans to return his party to power. GUEST Marty Gold

Back to school! (1:30); Richard Cloutier's one-on-one with Brian Pallister (7:25); What is something that's legal that should be ILLEGAL? (17:35); Brexit gong show! (24:05); McNabb has gone back to school (31:15); Got anxiety? There's an app for that! (37:05); Season 2 of the award-winning podcast "When Life Gives You Parkinson's" has launched (42:20); Pallister made a big promise on education tax. What's on the minds of teachers as they head back to school? (49:45); What happens when an election sign lands on your lawn, and you don't want it? (55:05). 

On this edition of the Decision Manitoba 2019 podcast, Richard Cloutier sits down with the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba, Brian Pallister. 

Brian Pallister sits down with Richard and Julie to reinforce his new election promises, and healthcare is a big part of it. 

Canada's Federal election nears and we have never seen this current level of collusion between the Federal and Provincial conservative-based political parties. On many fronts, with corporate press assistance, there is a common narrative but it is not credible to oppose the suggested targets of the overall campaign. At first, things such as a Constitutional challenge to the policy of Federal Carbon Pricing seemed legitimate, if somewhat over-dramatic. Coincidentally it was only conservative based Governments elected since the Federal win by the Liberal Party in 2015 that were pursuing the strategy that was given little chance of success by constitutional experts. And those experts were proven correct. First the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal ruled that Ottawa is within their jurisdictional authority to impose a federal price on carbon. The exact same exercise continues on in Ontario. The litigation for show was not recommended to the Manitoba government after assessment. New Brunswick stands with their blue buddies ready to intervene on their behalf wherever and whenever necessary. Enter the ringleader Jason Kenney in Alberta, fresh off electoral victory and ready to fight for the sake of fighting on anything not a conservative idea. Yes this will go to the Supreme Court and yes it will be defeated. Piles of money wasted on a lost cause. Why? Now we have progressed into refusals to negotiate agreements between Ottawa and Provincial capitals which is preventing funding of many programs that benefit ALL Canadians. Of course the narrative is it's the Libs' fault. Finger-pointing abounds, as expected with zero progress. The end goal that may be correct is a defeat of the Liberals this October may clear the way to meet the requirements to amend the Canadian Constitution. The impossible formula is now within reach of one ideology in their collective minds. The ideology of the past - Conservatives. Ominous indeed.  

Around 400 Nurses and healthcare workers filled the front steps of the Manitoba legislature on May 1, 2019 to protest government cuts to public services, citing forced overtime and burnout among healthcare workers. In addition to these health care changes, Brian Pallister is attacking the structure of unions themselves. Bill 29 is a forced reorganization of health care bargaining units according to different classes of workers, like Professional-Technical/EMS workers, Facility Support workers, Community Support workers, Nurses, Doctors, Medical Residents, Physician Assistants and Clinical Assistants. This reduces the number of bargaining units from 183 to 7. The seven new bargaining units will be determined through votes, where workers choose which union they would like to represent them. The dates for the votes have yet to be announced. -Put Patients First Rally- https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/nurses-rally-care-not-cuts-manitoba-legislature-1.5118736 -Support on Patreon- patreon.com/rfradioprairie -Follow on Twitter- twitter.com/RFRadioPrairie twitter,com/emily_leedham_ -Labour News Across Canada- www.rankandfile.ca -Student GSA Walkout- https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/gsa-school-walk-out-alberta-1.5121466 -Winnipeg Climate Strike- https://winnipeg.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1584972 -WestJet Encore Flight Attendants Unionize- https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/cupe-westjetflight-flight-attendants-1.512303 -Manitoba Crown Corp 8% Staff Reduction- https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/maniotba-crown-corporations-cuts-1.5117800 -Foodora Workers CUPW Union Drive- http://rankandfile.ca/gig-economy-workers-strike-back/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/skip-the-dishes-class-action-lawsuit-terms-changed-1.4780906

In this week’s podcast, Alyssa and Ryan continue the infamous, and fairly easy, Canadian government Jeopardy game. They talk about matters closer to home and dive into the premier of Manitoba, Brian Pallister’s latest antics. The political junkie and newbie give their two cents about Jagmeet Singh's by-election run. Who will seat for their political party? How are Singh’s odds looking? What is a by-election? Time Stamps: Canadian Jeopardy: 0:40-4:36 Brian Pallister “saga”: 4:44-12:27 By-election: 12:31-21:59 Political scandals: 22:01-31:50 More by-election and “Trump-esque” in today’s politics: 31:54-41:40 Even more by-election and Albertans: 41:43-48:25 Outro: 48:26-51:20 Additional Resources: Continuation of Canadian Jeopardy game, topic Elections https://jeopardylabs.com/play/canadian-government-115 Brian Pallister https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/manitoba-premier-tweets-photos-of-winnipeg-snow-while-vacationing-in-costa-rica-1.4290424 https://www.nationalobserver.com/2019/02/11/news/manitoba-premier-brian-pallister-takes-snow-day-costa-rica https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/vacationing-pallister-gives-bowman-the-cold-shoulder-505733752.html Canadian By-election http://www.elections.ca/content.aspx?section=ele&dir=2019&document=index&lang=e https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2019/01/09/federal-byelections-2019_a_23632671/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/By-elections_to_the_42nd_Canadian_Parliament Follow us on: Twitter - @2019Because Instagram - @BecauseIts2019 Facebook - @BecauseIts2019 Music and sound effects: "Werq" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ “Deep Whoosh #1” Kinoton (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons 0 License https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

The First Ministers Conference. A wonderfully Canadian creation where Provincial and Territorial Premiers try to use their 13-to-1 advantage to extort/persuade/embarrass/browbeat the Federal government into delivering on aims not necessarily in the "national interest" despite all claims to the contrary. There is no real purpose to these gatherings in reality. Federal governance is determined by the House of Commons, where all voters in Canada have a say (in theory). Provincial and Territorial governance is determined by voters in those specific jurisdictions only under the same premise. Nothing at these events could not be accomplished via teleconference, administrative co-operation and/or smaller meetings based on actual solutions being proposed and debated. But that would do little to tackle the main purpose, which is politics. Where else can a Premier get the national spotlight to pitch their specific pet project or peeve to the voters at home and from coast-to-coast. The premise of common goals allows all attendees to speak on their angle and try to convince everyone it is a national cause. Which is the true purpose of the First Liars Conference. Rachel Notley spending tax dollars for her TMX propaganda campaign en francais. Doug Ford threatening to not show because...he's Doug Ford. Scott Moe hating everything and proposing nothing. Blaine Higgs leaving no doubt where he worked for over two decades. Brian Pallister trying to head off the next hydro dam PR disaster because it's an opportunity you see. Rookie Francois Legault making it clear he represents Quebec and everyone else can pound sand, with a smile. The end-of-conference communique, which was signed by all 14 parties, looked conspicuously like the original Federal agenda despite the apparent unacceptability of it for most of the week prior to the event. Show's over, carry on subjects. TVUH breaks it down.

Featuring portions of his recent interviews with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Manitoba MP Brian Pallister and Australian MP Brad Battin, Roy takes on Trudeau's carbon tax and the gorwing resistance it is facing from provincial leaders. For more in-depth analysis on the news that affects you, subscribe to The Roy Green Show Podcast, on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or wherever you find your favourite shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for Beauties & the Beast, the weekly panel discussion with no patience for political correctness. Catherine, Linda, Michelle and Roy tackle the reactions to Kavanaugh's confirmation as well as the question of if Prime Minister Trudeau will let the carbon tax go. Guests: Catherine Swift Linda Leatherdale Michelle Simson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Union of Canadian Transport Employees has called for the government to buy back the Canadian Wheat Board from the Saudi-U.S. joint venture, Global Grain Group. The Harper government sold 50.1% of the CWB to the joint venture, which is now known as G3 Canada Limited. UCTE President Dave Clark highlights that grain shipments through the Port of Churchill were vital to Churchill’s livelihood. He also notes that the port itself and the Hudson Bay Railway leading up to the port were both privatized in 1997 by the federal Liberal government and sold to Denver based company OmniTrax. The privatization of the port, railway and wheat board has lead to the perfect devastating storm for Churchill. ----------- Basia Sokal is a proud member of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers Local 856 and a letter carrier in Downtown Winnipeg. She is a Former VP and acting President of her local, and current president of the Winnipeg Labour Council. She started activism early on, working at Superstore while in high school where she became steward and worked on organizing campaigns with the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 832. She was born in Poland and came to Winnipeg with her family in the late 80s as political refugees. In this episode, Sokal discusses the impact Unifor’s disaffiliation with the Canadian Labour Congress has had on local organizing in the province and on the Prairies. She also addresses the need to bridge the gap between unionized and non-unionized workers, and the challenges facing the Manitoba labour movement under the Brian Pallister’s austere, union-busting Conservative government.

It is a rough time to be a transit driver in Winnipeg. In February 2017, a transit driver was stabbed and killed after waking a sleeping rider. Last week, a bus was briefly hijacked by a man spraying bear mace. The Workers Compensation Board release numbers that showed a dramatic increase in drivers on stress leave to cope with the day to day harassment and violence they experience on the job. This all comes in addition to the struggles Winnipeg transit has had delivering reliable service. The PC government led by Brian Pallister cut the 50/50 funding agreement, which had been in place since the 70s, where the province and municipalities split funding for transit. The federal government recently announced 530 million dollars in infrastructure funding, but that funding does not go towards actual service - increasing the number of routes and their frequency. According to a comprehensive study released by McGill university, service is the number one factor to increase ridership. The city threatened to cut 22 routes last year citing low ridership but, after sustained organizing led by Functional Transit Winnipeg and other groups, agreed to keep them running. They did however, increase the fare by .25 cents. These factors are all important to the conversations you’re about to hear, which is whether Winnipeg Transit needs its own police presence to keep drivers and riders safe. These are just a few of the many conversations that need to be had about transit and policing in the city, especially as the municipal election approaches this fall.

Hal Anderson talks with four people running for city council in Winnipeg. He also interviews Manitoba premier Brian Pallister in New Brunswick for talks with the other provincial leaders. And Hal finds out what it's like to be the mother of a transgender child when he chats with Jaime Webster.

Congrès libéral et conseil général caquiste ce week-end, le compte à rebours électoral est lancé. Réunis à Québec, les libéraux de Philippe Couillard préparent leur programme électoral. Mais les idées seront-elles suffisantes pour renouveler le parti? En direct avec le ministre Pierre Moreau, nous faisons le point sur la stratégie et les défis. À Sherbrooke la Coalition avenir Québec se prépare elle aussi à l'affrontement. Le parti de François Legault a-t-il ce qu'il faut pour prendre le pouvoir? Entrevue avec le député Simon Jolin-Barrette. Au Manitoba, le gouvernement progressiste-conservateur a présenté son discours du trône, mais c'est surtout l'accident du premier ministre Brian Pallister qui a alimenté les discussions au Palais législatif. Explications de Jacaudrey Charbonneau. En panel, Alec Castonguay, Michel C. Auger et Sébastien Bovet analysent les événements politiques du week-end, la mise à jour économique au Québec et la dispute fédérale-provinciale sur le logement. Sous le radar avec

Correcting the Course

Richard hosts a panel discussion regarding Brian Pallister's first provincial budget and asks if the PC government is off to a good start.

Richard Cloutier and former PC strategist Barb Biggar discuss Brian Pallister's cabinet that was sworn in today.