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Forty progressive economists and policy experts gathered in Ottawa in September for an economic summit called Elbows Up: A Practical Program for Canadian Sovereignty. Marc Lee is a senior economist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and he was both a presenter and participant in the Summit. We speak with Marc about his takeaways from the summit and the need for Canada to make a generational investment in non-market and public housing.

In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Warm Open:• WaterISAC – EPA: National Security Information Sharing Bulletin – Q4 2025 & Access the PDF• Canadian Centre for Cyber Security: The cyber threat to Canada's water systems: Assessment and mitigation• Canadian Centre for Cyber Security: Don't take the bait: Recognize and avoid phishing attacks - ITSAP.00.101• How cannabis businesses can go digital while thwarting hackers Main Topics:• Semperis Warns That Holiday & Weekend Gaps Leave Critical Infrastructure Open to Ransomware Attacks• FBI San Diego Warns Shoppers to Be Aware of Scams During the 2025 Holiday Season• FBI PSA: Account Takeover Fraud via Impersonation of Financial Institution Support• Take9: Cyber threats are everywhere. And getting sneakier. What can you do to protect yourself, your community and our nation? Take a 9-second pause and think before you click, download, share. A short pause goes a long way.• JCAT First Responder's Toolbox: Tech Sector Outreach: Identifying Violent Extremist Indicators and Reporting Mechanisms for Online Service Providers Quick Hits:• OnSolve CodeRED cyberattack disrupts emergency alert systems nationwide• CISA: Mobile Communications Best Practice Guidance • CISA: Spyware Allows Cyber Threat Actors to Target Users of Messaging Applications

In episode six of the Courage My Friends' season nine, we welcome impact strategist with Animikii, Indigenous Technology, Jeff Doctor, technology and human rights lawyer with Tekhnos Law and senior fellow with The Citizen Lab, Cynthia Khoo, senior researcher with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood.  We discuss Canada's accelerated approach to artificial intelligence and the mobilization of civil society groups against it, multiple impacts of largely unregulated AI on people, planet and democracy, Indigenous perspectives on data sovereignty and digital colonialism and the meaning of AI beyond the hype. Reflecting on the government's accelerated AI development, Mertins-Kirkwood says: "There's definitely a distinct moment that's happening right now. A particular hype cycle, a push to adopt this current iteration of 'artificial intelligence', whatever that means … The question is why are we doing it. The way that the federal government in particular talks about AI is frankly very ideological … We need to adopt it for its own sake, independent of what that actually means … We're just kind of rushing without having a clear sense of where we're going." On civil society's objection to the "national sprint" consultation on AI, Khoo says: "...As people who are familiar with this field and topic … we're kind of appalled … AI has spread through so many spheres of society, it's not just a tech issue anymore, it's a whatever issue you care about … This 30-day "sprint" with leading language and incredibly narrow scoping from our government, it's frankly embarrassing. And just shows they're not really taking seriously the … empirically demonstrated … harms of AI and what's really at stake for everyone across the country. '" On the subject of data sovereignty, Doctor says: "Every technology has politics, Every technology is a product of its time … And enter this current moment where this magic bean of AI, this bundle of excuses comes together, that, oh we have to extract more, we have to mine more, we have to use more energy. As an Indigenous person this is nothing new to me … Indigenous territories, lands and peoples as sacrifice zones … for the greater good or for national sovereignty … Who's national sovereignty?" About today's guests:  Jeff Doctor is a Cayuga Nation citizen from Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. As an Impact Strategist with Animikii, Jeff works with Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island to develop web applications that support their self-determination and digital sovereignty. Jeff also volunteers with Protect the Tract: a Haudenosaunee grassroots project that promotes healthy land stewardship of the Haldimand Tract, and is an artist-in-residence at the University of Toronto as a member of the Akni:ho'gwa:s Artist Collective.Jeff has an MA in sociology and a decade of experience supporting Indigenous data sovereignty from the ground up. His focus is improving practical Indigenous data governance through advocacy, counter-mapping, and building appropriate, ethical software that helps Indigenous Peoples get their land, cash, and data back. Cynthia Khoo is a technology and human rights lawyer at Tekhnos Law, and a senior fellow at the Citizen Lab (University of Toronto). Previously, she was a senior associate at Georgetown Law's Center on Privacy & Technology in Washington, DC. Cynthia's legal practice, research, and expertise focuses on how the Internet and emerging technologies impact the human rights of historically marginalized groups, in particular their rights to privacy, equality, and freedom of expression. She holds a J.D. from the University of Victoria and LL.M. (Law and Technology) from the University of Ottawa, where she worked as junior counsel at and represented the Samuelson-Glushko Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic (CIPPIC) as an intervener in cases before the Supreme Court of Canada. Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood is a senior researcher with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, where he focuses on climate, artificial intelligence and economic policy. Read the OPEN LETTER to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation from civil society organizations and individuals opposing "National Sprint" consultation on AI strategy Individual and Organizations can sign onto the Open Letter, that has been re-opened for signatures, here. Transcript of this episode can be accessed at georgebrown.ca/TommyDouglasInstitute.  Image: Cynthia Khoo, Jeff Doctor, Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood / Used with permission. Music: Ang Kahora. Lynne, Bjorn. Rights Purchased.  Intro Voices: Ashley Booth (Podcast Announcer); Bob Luker (Tommy)  Courage My Friends podcast organizing committee: Chandra Budhu, Ashley Booth, Resh Budhu.  Produced by: Resh Budhu, Tommy Douglas Institute and Breanne Doyle, rabble.ca.  Host: Resh Budhu. 

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new oil pipeline will need support from both British Columbia and First Nations groups. This comes 24 hours ahead of Thursday's expected MOU announcement in Alberta. We examine the political ramifications with CTV News political analyst Scott Reid. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney is set to announce a new suite of government support for Canada's Steel and Forestry sectors. Environment Canada's David Phillips analyzes the major winter storm system that is expected to strike Ontario and Quebec in the coming days. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo and Jordan Paquet. Liana McDonald, the Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, reacts to a concerning new study on online sexual exploitation within the country. The National Farmers Union is lobbying the feds for a guaranteed income for all Canadian farmers.

In this special episode of Let's Imagine, guest host Wilfreda Edward, Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR), explores how nonprofits across Canada are working to close the digital skills gap. Over the past 18 months, CCNDR—together with partners Imagine Canada, Blueprint ADE, The Dais, and the Digital Governance Council - led the Futureproofing the Community Service Workforce project. Through research, piloting, and collaboration with nonprofits across the country, the project developed resources and a practical toolkit to help organizations strengthen data practices, build digital capacity, and align staff skills with emerging needs. Wilfreda is joined by two leaders deeply engaged in this work: Sampada Kukade, Vice President, External Relations and Development at Skills for Change, one of the pilot organizations that tested the toolkit; and Max Palamar, Vice President of Data Capacity and Analytics at Blueprint, who played a lead role in the project's research. Together, they discuss the toolkit's step-by-step activities that make digital transformation practical, accessible, and aligned with day-to-day nonprofit realities. They share lessons learned from piloting, explore the challenges of building capacity in a resource-constrained sector, and highlight why digital skills are no longer a "nice-to-have," but essential to future resilience. For nonprofit leaders, staff, and funders alike, this episode offers both insight and encouragement: that strengthening digital capacity doesn't have to mean more work - it's about working smarter, creating sustainability, and building a stronger sector together. Visit https://futureproof.ccndr.ca/ to explore the tools and start your own journey. Make sure to check out our full episode list. This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. And read the full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/gWVIEJFZOzP 

Greg finally makes the big announcement you've been waiting for and Slacker Nation can't wait to call in and talk about it with him! Greg also talks about why salespeople would do themselves good by really stepping it up before Black Friday and the Christmas season, is cash a good Christmas gift, or should it be more personalized?Greg's Guests: Meseret Haileyesus, Governor General's Award winner and founder/CEO of The Canadian Centre for Women's Empowerment

On the phone-in: The show broadcasts from the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St Peter's Bay, PEI. We hear from experts about what the current science tells us about how climate change is affecting people and places in the Maritimes, and the ways we can adapt.

Greg Brady welcome to studio, Ellen Campbell, CEO and Founder, Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness to talk about the Festive 50/50 draw that has raised over $1.4 million for Abuse Hurts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady welcome to studio, Ellen Campbell, CEO and Founder, Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness to talk about the Festive 50/50 draw that has raised over $1.4 million for Abuse Hurts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ontario signed a 1-year renewal contract with Ottawa earlier this week, keeping childcare between $19-$22/day. Instead of a 5-year renewal, Provincial Education Minister Paul Calandra wants the federal government to address Ontario's $2 billion shortfall, or else daily fees for families will increase. Meantime, Ontario's Auditor General said Ontario wasn't meeting it's ECE staffing targets, nor was it building enough spaces to satisfy the 5.9 : 10 ratio requirement set out by Ottawa.Host Maria Kestane speaks to David Macdonald, Senior Economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives to discuss their recent report on childcare deserts across the country, and how close Ontario is to lowering the average childcare price to $10/day. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

Stefan interviews Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood, senior researcher at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, about Carney's first federal budget. They discuss its focus on military spending, services cuts, tax cuts, and lack of a climate plan.

Josh Smee, CEO of Food First N.L.; Russell Williams, MUN political science professor; David Macdonald, senior economist with Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives; Darrelle Bennett, whose family owns a couple of convenience stores in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

The Real Talk Rumour Mill reports multiple Conservative MPs are being approached by the Liberals to join MP Chris d'Entremont and cross the floor. Rumours include two prominent Alberta MPs - one of them Conservative, one of them not. What're the chances this strategy saves PM Mark Carney from a nail-biter of a budget vote that could trigger another election? We ask Politico's Mickey Djuric (4:00) about her d'Entremont scoop, then put it all in front of strategists Zain Velji and Puneeta McBryan (11:45) in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY: https://hansendistillery.com/ Support YWCA of Edmonton's Rose Campaign to help end violence against women and girls by purchasing a bottle (or case!) of Whisky Rose. All proceeds support the cause. Purchase in person at Hansen Distillery: 17412 111 Avenue // Edmonton, AB. 11:45 | What a story. Puneeta and Zain give us their takes on Zohran Mamdani's mercurial rise to mayor of NYC.  CHECK OUT THE STRATEGISTS LIVE on NOV. 12: https://www.showpass.com/the-strategists-live/ CONNECT WITH PUNEETA: https://www.puneeta.co/ 55:00 | Shout out to filmmaker Jenna Bailey, the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience, and the creative crew at University of Lethbridge for making the new film "Brainstorm" a global success! We shine a spotlight on groundbreaking research right here in Alberta in this week's edition of Alberta Wins presented by our friends at Play Alberta. DOWNLOAD THE PLAY ALBERTA APP: https://playalberta.ca/ MUST BE 18+ TO PLAY. IF YOU GAMBLE, PLEASE USE YOUR GAMESENSE. 57:30 | Over the past year, there were more than nine thousand 9-1-1 calls relating to domestic violence in Edmonton alone. YWCA of Edmonton's Christine McCourt-Reid tells us why the Rose Campaign is vital to building healthy communities.  THE ROSE CAMPAIGN: https://ywcaofedmonton.org/events/rose-campaign/ 1:14:30 | Real Talker Rick emails in about "Winston Churchill -- the famous floor crosser". Jespo and Johnny get to Live Chat comments about Alberta nurses and health care aides voting 98% in favour of a strike and Indigenous Veterans Day. The Real Talk Live Chat is powered by Park Power.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

In 2019, the Canadian government recognized housing as a fundamental human right through the National Housing Strategy Act; however, in the years that have followed, housing affordability has only worsened for low- to moderate-income households. While this Act requires the federal government to address homelessness and core housing need, Canadian housing policies continue to benefit primarily those seeking profit and returns on investment. In this second episode, host Sarah Rowe is joined by lawyer Michèle Biss, Executive Director of the National Right to Housing Network, and political economist Ricardo Tranjan, senior researcher with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Together, they discuss the impact of financialization and the importance of implementing both social housing and rent controls to ensure that our housing system protects the most vulnerable.   Guest Michèle Biss, Executive Director, National Right to Housing Network Ricardo Tranjan, Ph.D., Senior Researcher, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Host Sarah Rowe, Legal Counsel, Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (CIAJ)   SERIES OVERVIEW Left Out in the Cold A podcast series from CIAJ's In All Fairness channel Over the past several years, housing has emerged as a hot-button issue in Canadian discourse. How is affordability defined? Why are Indigenous peoples more likely to lack adequate housing? Is housing policy adequately addressing accessibility needs? Left Out in the Cold aims to answer these and other questions over the course of this series. Hosted by Sarah Rowe, Legal Counsel at CIAJ, this series features conversations with legal and policy experts and community advocates on issues facing the Canadian housing sector. Each episode balances conversations about high-level legislative frameworks with the on-the-ground realities of everyday Canadians. Join us in these conversations as we try to root out the causes of housing insecurity in this country. Episode 1 | Left Out in the Cold – Barriers to Adequate Housing and How Indigenous Housing Organizations are Filling the Gaps (Guests: Justin Marchand & Margaret Pfoh) Episode 2 | Left Out in the Cold – Advancing the Right to Housing while Financialization Pulls the Strings (Guests: Michèle Biss & Ricardo Tranjan)  

In this special informational episode, we feature insights from a recent Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI) webinar led by Dr. Rozita Dara of the University of Guelph and AI4Food. This session unpacks how artificial intelligence is transforming the food and farming landscape — from decision support systems and digital twins to early disease detection, misinformation monitoring, and AI governance.The episode explores how algorithms are reshaping public trust in food systems, balancing innovation with ethics, and redefining what it means to produce food responsibly in the age of automation.CCFI webinars are hosted monthly and provide attendees with information on key food system issues. These sessions share best practices, tools, and cutting-edge research that members can use when connecting with Canadians. All webinars are free of charge for CCFI members.Tune in to discover how AI and data-driven innovation are building a more transparent, sustainable, and trustworthy future for the global food system.Support the show

After several years of declining public confidence in Canada's food system, new survey results indicate confidence in how Canadian food is produced is on the rise and has rebounded to a five-year high. Every year, the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI) asks Canadians what they believe about food, farming and the people who make... Read More

The Canadian Centre for Food Integrity says Canadians are feeling more confident about the country's food system — but that confidence remains fragile. In its annual Public Trust Research, the Centre found that nearly half of Canadians, 45 percent, believe the food system is headed in the right direction. That's a 14-point jump from last year and the highest level of confidence in five years.

Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I'm joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and profound healing.Jessica opens up about surviving years of childhood sexual, physical, and psychological abuse. Experiences that no child should ever endure. She also shares the physical toll of living with Lyme disease. Despite the immense pain, Jessica's journey is ultimately one of reclaiming her voice, her body, and her sense of self-worth.In this conversation, Jessica takes us through the first steps of her healing, how she began to feel safe again, and what it means to build a life rooted in joy, freedom, and love. We explore the role of therapy, daily practices, and the unwavering hope that carried her through even the darkest times.⚠️ Please note: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.⚠️Whether you're navigating your own healing or supporting someone who is, this episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Jessica's story reminds us that while pain may shape our past, it doesn't have to define our future.If you or someone you love is experiencing abuse here are some support links :

Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I'm joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and profound healing.Jessica opens up about surviving years of childhood sexual, physical, and psychological abuse. Experiences that no child should ever endure. She also shares the physical toll of living with Lyme disease. Despite the immense pain, Jessica's journey is ultimately one of reclaiming her voice, her body, and her sense of self-worth.In this conversation, Jessica takes us through the first steps of her healing, how she began to feel safe again, and what it means to build a life rooted in joy, freedom, and love. We explore the role of therapy, daily practices, and the unwavering hope that carried her through even the darkest times.⚠️ Please note: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.⚠️Whether you're navigating your own healing or supporting someone who is, this episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Jessica's story reminds us that while pain may shape our past, it doesn't have to define our future.If you or someone you love is experiencing abuse here are some support links :

Send us a textWhat if we saw privilege not as something to hide from, but as a powerful tool for change?In this episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat, host Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Michael Bach—a globally recognized leader in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (IDEA), bestselling author, and founder of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.With nearly two decades of experience driving cultural transformation in workplaces around the world, Michael shares how his personal passion became a global mission to build inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.Together, they explore: ✨ The most common misconceptions about diversity and inclusion in the workplace ✨ How diversity drives financial performance and employee engagement ✨ The tangible business benefits of implementing strong IDEA practicesThis inspiring conversation challenges you to rethink privilege—not as a burden, but as a catalyst for progress, empathy, and equity.

 Simon Enoch from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives joins me to talk about how neoliberalism reshaped Canadian policy and what privatization has done to public services. We cover the rise of corporate think tanks, the loss of economic democracy, and why evidence-based policy still matters.Links:https://www.policyalternatives.ca/ https://bsky.app/profile/simonenoch.bsky.social https://linktr.ee/Skepticalleftist

Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, join Brian for a powerful and eye-opening conversation with Paul Smetanin, President and CEO of the Canadian Centre for Economic Analysis. Paul introduces the concept of “Ponzinomics” — his term for how Canada has treated infrastructure spending as a political prop rather than a long-term economic necessity. He explains how decades of under-planning and short-term announcement politics have left our country worse off than Mexico when it comes to infrastructure certainty, costing us $600 billion in lost economic potential.Together they explore why housing starts are at a 30-year low and what this means for young Canadians, how infrastructure delays can erase up to $144 billion in potential benefits, and why housing in Ontario is uniquely taxed at 36% of its value. They even touch on what systemic changes from a national infrastructure plan to multi-year funding and transparent ledgers could turn things around. Don't miss this candid discussion on why Canada's infrastructure and housing crisis is a matter of intergenerational fairness and how we can start fixing it.

In this episode Rotem Petranker, PhD joins to discuss the current state of research on microdosing psilocybin. Dr. Petranker is the co-founder of the Psychedelic Studies Research Program at the University of Toronto and the Canadian Centre for Psychedelic Science. He recently ran the world's largest randomized controlled trial on the effectiveness of microdosing psilocybin on Major Depressive Disorder. In this conversation, Dr. Petranker shares insights from running the world's largest randomized controlled trial on psilocybin microdosing for major depressive disorder. He explains the origins of microdosing research, from early anecdotes and surveys to his team's carefully designed clinical study comparing psilocybin to placebo across different environments. While participants in both groups reported significant improvements, the findings point to the powerful role of expectancy and placebo effects, alongside nuanced signals of cognitive shifts on measures like dysfunctional attitudes. Dr. Petranker emphasizes the importance of rigorous methodology, open science, and transparency in psychedelic research, while also acknowledging the stories of participants whose lives were positively impacted by study participation itself.   In this episode, you'll hear: What early microdosing research suggested, and its limitations in anecdotal and survey-based designs Why psilocybin was chosen over LSD for the study design  What motivates people to try microdosing a psychedelic Key results from Dr. Petranker's study, including reports of both positive and adverse events How placebo effects—and simply being part of a trial—can powerfully shape outcomes Reflections on how psychedelics may work by increasing connectedness   Quotes: “There's no real rigorous definition [of microdosing]. People say, ‘oh, I'm just going to microdose some mushrooms,' and then they often take a random amount. I think what people mean is ‘I'm going to take an amount that will not knock me out, won't cause serious hallucinations,' but they still use an amount that they often feel. Now, this is in contrast to what people in the [academic] literature define it as, which is more like a sub-perceptual dose, a sub-hallucinogenic dose.” [2:17] “If you microdose and go to work, just to sit under the flickering lights for eight hours in your cubicle versus, say, if you're going to microdose and then go on a walk, or do art, or do as you wish because it's the weekend, you're going to have very different impacts on your anxiety.” [15:26] “[In our study] there were three other self-report measures of depression. There is only a significant difference on one of them, where people who were microdosing were doing better. And that was on the dysfunctional attitude scale, which measures more cognitive assumptions about life.” [26:2] “people who microdose—regardless of why they microdose—they more or less all said that they got to what they wanted through an increased sense of meaning.” [35:05]   Links: Psychedelic Studies Research Program at the University of Toronto Canadian Centre for Psychedelic Science website Canadian Centre for Psychedelic Science on X Canadian Centre for Psychedelic Science on Instagram Previous episode: Microdosing and the Placebo Effect with Balazs Szigeti, PhD Previous episode: James Fadiman answers your Microdosing Questions! Psychedelic Medicine Association Porangui  

Episode 47 with Real Time with WLP dives into the future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Canada with Namita Khatri, Canadian Leader for DEI at Randstad. Namita shares her insightful perspectives on the current state of DEI in Canada, the strategies for meaningful outcomes during uncertain times, and how we can all contribute to ensure the sustainability of an inclusive workplace.Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation! About Namita Khatri Namita is a recognized leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within Canada's workforce solutions industry, with nearly 20 years of experience within the industry. As the Canadian Leader for DEI at Randstad, Namita leads both internal DEI strategy and programming as well as the external DEI consulting practice, helping organizations embed inclusive practices that drive business success.With a deep understanding of the intersection between DEI and business performance, Namita has successfully helped organizations decrease costs, increase profitability, and expand into new markets by integrating DEI into their corporate strategy. Her expertise in connecting DEI to tangible business outcomes has made her a sought-after speaker and advisor, having hosted numerous events and webinars on building the business case for DEI and positioning it as a key business driver.Her thought leadership extends to speaking engagements with UN Global Compact Canada, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI), Women in Governance, Financial Executives International (FEI) and various learning events, including workshops for Randstad's clients across Canada.

AI for Impact: How Nonprofits Are Turning Tech into Social GoodIn this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore how nonprofits across Canada are beginning to harness the power of artificial intelligence to advance their missions. Through real-world case studies and conversations with sector leaders, we spotlight tangible examples of how AI is being used today, from streamlining operations and enhancing donor engagement to improving service delivery. Tune in today for practical insights and inspiration to help you navigate this fast-evolving landscape.  Meet Our Guests in Order of Appearance Elena Yunusov, Executive Director, Human Feedback FoundationAnne-Marie Newton, President and CEO, CAMH FoundationDan Kershaw, Executive Director, Furniture BankJason Shim, Chief Digital Officer, Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital ResilienceTim Lockie, Chief Executive Officer, The Human StackJessica Vestergaard, Grant Writer & Founder, Written With PurposeAbout your HostMary Barroll, president of CharityVillage, is an online business executive and lawyer with a background in media, technology and IP law. A former CBC journalist and independent TV producer, in 2013 she was appointed General Counsel & VP Media Affairs at CharityVillage.com, Canada's largest job portal for charities and not for profits in Canada, and then President in 2021. Mary is also President of sister company, TalentEgg.ca, Canada's No.1, award-winning job board and online career resource that connects top employers with top students and grads.Additional Resources from this EpisodeWe've gathered the resources from this episode into one helpful list:Canada Launches Landmark National Program to Equip Nonprofits with AI for Social Impact Raise program (Human Feedback Foundation 2025) A made-in-Canada model for responsible AI is putting nonprofits at the centre (Digital Journal, 2025)Her job interview was with an AI bot. It was odd (CBC, 2025)Digital Guidance (The Human Stack, 2021)CCNDR Research reports on tech skills gaps (CCNDR, 2025)AI and Automation (CICP, 2025)Getting Started with AI in 2025 (Furniture Bank, 2025)Unlocking the Power of Deep Research: Opportunity AI at work (Furniture Bank, 2025)‘Malicious' AI willing to sacrifice human lives to avoid being shut down, shocking study reveals (NY Post, 2025)The Grant Circle (Written with Purpose, 2025)Learn more and listen to the full interviews with the guests here.#podcast #giving #AI

Donald Trump's tariff threats and insistence that Canada become the 51st state have put the issue of national sovereignty firmly on the agenda. It seems obvious that one of the clearest routes to protect Canada now and in the future is to reduce our economic dependence on the United States. One idea that's been floated is a plan to build an oil pipeline from Alberta to Atlantic Canada. We speak with Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood, senior researcher at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, who says what Canada needs is an east-west electricity grid.

This week, we continue our conversation about the evolving landscape of education in Canada—this time, in post-secondary education.  Labour reporter Gabriela Calugay-Casuga sits down with David Robinson, executive director of the Canadian Association of University Teachers, to discuss the importance of academic freedom and why a strong, well-funded public post-secondary system is essential—not just for Canada's economy, but for the well-being of its society as a whole. About our guest  David Robinson is the executive director of the Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) and has served as a senior consultant on higher education, copyright and international trade issues to EI for the past several years. Prior to joining CAUT, David was the senior economist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, Canada's leading progressive think-tank. He has also been a lecturer at Simon Fraser University and at Carleton University.  If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca. 

In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Warm Open:• Patch It or Pay: Closing the Door on Exploits. This blog is part of Gate 15's Summer of Security: Ransomware Resilience Series, highlighting the essential considerations for organizational leaders and cybersecurity professionals.Main Topics:• House panel approves cyber information sharing, grant legislation as expiration deadlines loom• CISA Delays Cyber Incident Reporting Rule for Critical InfrastructureRansomware & Data Breaches: • Australian Government - Australian Institute of Criminology: Examining the activities and careers of ransomware criminal groups. PDF • Stopping ransomware before it starts: Lessons from Cisco Talos Incident Response• Cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover threatens to hit British economic growth• Hackers linked to M&S breach claim responsibility for Jaguar Land Rover cyber-attack • How JLR's Cyber Breach is Disrupting Global Operations • Jaguar Land Rover staff home for another day as company reels from cyber attackPresidential Message on National Preparedness Month• National Insider Threat Awareness Month; Help prevent the exploitation of authorized access from causing harm to your organization• Plan to avoid scams this National Preparedness Month• ABA Foundation and FBI Release New Infographic to Help Americans Spot and Avoid Deepfake ScamsQuick Hits:• All IT work to involve AI by 2030, says Gartner, but jobs are safe. All work in IT departments will be done with the help of AI by 2030, according to analyst firm Gartner, which thinks massive job losses won't result.• Salesloft Drift updates• Not Safe for Work: Tracking and Investigating Stealerium and Phantom Infostealers• Over 6,700 Private Repositories Made Public in Nx Supply Chain Attack• Frostbyte10 flaws in Copeland E2 and E3 controllers highlight cyber threats to refrigeration, HVAC, lighting infrastructure• Czech NUKIB alerts critical infrastructure sector to rising cyber risks from Chinese data transfers, remote management• ‘Unrestrained' Chinese Cyberattackers May Have Stolen Data From Almost Every American• Chinese Hackers Impersonate US Lawmaker in Malware Scheme During Trade Talks• US military kills 11 in strike on alleged drug boat tied to Venezuelan cartel, Trump says• Targeting Iran's Leaders, Israel Found a Weak Link: Their Bodyguards• U.S. and Canadian Intelligence Partners Issue Guidance to Protect Western Tech Startups from Exploitation in International Pitch Competitions • The Blockchain Is Not Your Friend: Examining EtherHiding and using Blockchain for Attacks• New Cyber Resources from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security: Cyber security hygiene best practices for your organization - ITSAP.10.102o Virtualizing your infrastructure (ITSAP.70.011)o Universal plug and play (ITSAP.00.008)

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he'll crack down on labs using cats and dogs in experiments after revelations that beagles were subjected to heart attack studies at St. Joseph's Health Care in London, Ontario. The case has ignited debate over the role of animals in science. We hear from animal bioethicist Andrew Fenton, Western University researcher Arthur Brown, and Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Alternatives to Animal Methods, Charu Chandrasekera, who advocates for replacing animal testing with new technologies.

Confidence in Canada's Food System at an all-time high according to new research from the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI). Canadians are optimistic about their food supply, even as Canada's food system faces exceptional pressure and public scrutiny due to the global pandemic of COVID-19 in 2020. President and CEO of CCFI John Jamieson will share the results of the latest public Trust Research Report, and how the Canadians are feeling about the overall direction of the food system. Farmers are poised to play a key role in Canada's economic recovery.The Canadian Federation of Independent Business submitted a list of concerns to the country's agriculture ministers, topping the list is needed improvements to Business Risk Management programs.CFIB senior policy analyst Virginia Labbie says the focus should be on policies that will help drive growth in the agriculture and agri-food sector so that it can perform to its potential.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode is a feed swap with Aborsh – A podcastabout abortion in Canada, by playwright and podcaster Rachel Cairns.What do abortion and housing have in common? Well, they areboth recognized as human rights by the UN and multiple other international organizations and agreements. But you wouldn't necessarily know it from living in Canada as the ongoing housing crisis locks people into unaffordable living situations. In this episode, Rachel explores the gendered impacts of the housing affordability crisis and how it impacts reproductive decisions, with insights from the Women's National Housing and Homelessness Network, the National Right to Housing Network, and the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Warm Open:• Decrypted: FunkSec Ransomware; Avast releases free decryptor for AI-assisted FunkSec ransomware & Skip directly to the decryptor download. Main Topics:Hostile Events:• NYC shooting at heavily secured office building raises questions about what more can be done • FBI Arrests Dayton Man for Making Social Media Post Threatening to Kill Tens of Thousands & Man accused of threatening to kill 30K Black people in Cincinnati days after megaviral attack video• Tennessee man threatened to kill public officials, kept explosive devices in his home, authorities sayCyber Threat Reports: • CrowdStrike 2025 Threat Hunting Report: AI Becomes a Weapon and a Target• Censys: 2025 State of the Internet: Malware Investigations• Forescout - Midyear Threat Report: Numbers Grow in Nearly All the Wrong Places• Cside: Client-Side Attack Report Q2 2025DHS Launches Over $100 Million in Funding to Strengthen Communities' Cyber Defenses Quick Hits:• FBI PSA - Unsolicited Packages Containing QR Codes Used to Initiate Fraud Schemes• Leading phone repair and insurance firm collapses after paying crippling ransomware demand — Cutting 100+ employees to just eight wasn't enough• Canadian Centre for Cyber Security - Security considerations for critical infrastructure (ITSAP.10.100)• Iran hiring criminal networks in Europe to attack Jews, US religious freedom report finds• UNC2891 Bank Heist: Physical ATM Backdoor & Linux Forensic Evasion Evasion• Swedish crypto exchange Trijo hacked for 7.8 MSEK

Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this episode we find non-market solutions to the housing crisis with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternative's Ricardo Tranjan and Le Front d'action populaire en réaménagement urbain's Francois Saillant on HOUSING PARTY, unpack how housing access effects reproductive rights with the Women's National Housing and Homelessness Network and the National Right to Housing Network on ABORSH and trace a history of Canadian nationalist sentiment to understand the contemporary moment of rising nationalism on ALBERTA ADVANTAGE.The Harbinger Media Network includes 83 podcasts focused on social, economic and environmental justice and featuring journalists, academics and activists on shows like The Breach Show, Tech Won't Save Us, Press Progress Sources & more.Harbinger Showcase is syndicated to community and campus radio and heard every week on CKUT 90.3FM in Montreal, at CFUV 101.9FM in Victoria, at CIVL 101.7FM in Abbotsford, on CJUM 101.5FM and CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg, at CiTR 101.9FM, CJSF 90.1FM and at CFRO 100.5FM in Vancouver, at Hamilton's CFMU 93.3FM, at Radio Laurier in Waterloo, at CJTM 1280AM in Toronto, at CJAM 99.1FM in Windsor and at CJBU 107.3FM in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This episode is brought to you by the national independent journalism community unrigged.caand by the ALBERTA ADVANTAGE.Find out more about the network, subscribe to the weekly newsletter and support our work at harbingermedianetwork.com.

https://www.scottstirrett.com/about My mission is to help people reach their full potential. As the Founder and CEO of Venture for Canada (VFC), I've spent the past decade building a national movement that equips early-career professionals with the skills, networks, and mindset needed to thrive in an uncertain economy. Since launching VFC in 2013, I've supported over 10,000 young people in launching their careers and raised more than $80 million to expand entrepreneurial opportunities across Canada. Our impact has been made possible through collaborations with Employment and Social Development Canada, RBC Foundation, TD Bank, Scotiabank, and leading Canadian foundations. I'm also the author of The Uncertainty Advantage, a practical guide for young professionals navigating today's unpredictable global economy. The book is endorsed by leaders including Andrew Yang, Stephen Poloz, Amanda Lang, Eric Ries, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, and Michele Romanow. It draws on my experience scaling VFC and emphasizes the importance of adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking, and lifelong learning in the future of work.​ Before founding VFC, I worked at Goldman Sachs in New York City. I'm a graduate of Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service and have been fortunate to be recognized as a TELUS LGBTQ Innovator of the Year, a Young Impact Leader by Future of Good, a Globe and Mail Changemaker, an Action Canada Fellow, and an Ashoka Fellow. I grew up in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia—a place that continues to shape how I think about community and opportunity.​ My commentary has appeared in outlets such as The Washington Post, Forbes, The Globe and Mail, CBC News Network, and BNN Bloomberg. I currently serve as Co-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights and sit on the Board of the Speech and Debate Canada Foundation. The Uncertainty Advantage AI is upending industries, career paths are unpredictable, and instability is the only certainty. The old playbook is obsolete. The good news? Uncertainty isn't a problem — it's your greatest advantage.​ In The Uncertainty Advantage, Scott Stirrett challenges the myths that hold young professionals back. Packed with practical tools, research-backed insights, and hard-won wisdom, The Uncertainty Advantage is your roadmap to not just surviving change but using it to build a career and life on your own terms. In this book you will learn how to:​ Make confident career decisions even when you don't have a clear roadmap. Build future-proof, adaptable skills that help you thrive in a constantly changing job market. Manage anxiety and overwhelm with tools like self-compassion, reflection, and mindfulness. Take meaningful risks without burning out — and grow stronger through uncertainty.

In this eye-opening episode, Tania sits down with Constable Stephanie Bosch and Constable Scott Sterling from the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit to talk about the realities of online harm to children. Together, they unpack the rise of sextortion, the growing trend of youth sharing explicit images, and the sophisticated tactics offenders use to target children online.This is a must-listen for every parent, caregiver, and educator. Constbale Stephanie and Constable Scott offer practical, real-world advice for keeping kids safe in an increasingly digital world—what to watch for, how to start difficult conversations with your child, and the steps to take if something goes wrong.This episode is not about fear: it's about awareness, education, and empowering families with the tools to protect their children online.To find out more about the incredible work of I.C.E., click hereOther important links:Canadian Centre for Child Protection: https://protectchildren.ca/en/Thorn: https://www.thorn.org/about/PatreonCome on over and join us on Patreon where we have bonus episodes, extra episode content , toolboxes , discounts for our courses, our ebook, a parent community and so much more - we would love to have you! Click here for more. Wanting more from ICP? Get 50 % off our annual membership with the coupon code: PODCAST5090+ courses on parenting and children's mental healthPrivate community where you can feel supportedWorkbooks, parenting scripts, and printablesMember-only Webinars Course Certificates for Continuing EducationAccess to our Certification ProgramLive Q & A Sessions for Parents & ProfesssionalsBi-Annual Parenting & Mental Health ConferencesDownloadable Social Media CollectionRobust Resource LibraryClick here for more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics: Warm Open:• 26th Annual TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow• The Gate 15 Interview EP 60 – Sasha Larkin: “I like the chaos, chaos makes sense to me.” • The SUN will not be published the week of 28 Jul – 01 Aug. The SUN will resume the following week.• P2D2!Main Topics:Microsoft, China & Vendor Risk Management:• A Little-Known Microsoft Program Could Expose the Defense Department to Chinese Hackers• US senator seeks details from Defense Department on Microsoft's Chinese engineers• Microsoft says it will no longer use engineers in China for Department of Defense work• Chairmen Gimenez, Moolenaar, Self Probe Tech Companies Over Risks To Undersea Telecom InfrastructurePasswords. Weak password allowed hackers to sink a 158-year-old companyPatching!• Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability CVE-2025-53770: Microsoft: Customer guidance for SharePoint vulnerability CVE-2025-53770 & UK NCSC: Active exploitation of vulnerability affecting Microsoft Office SharePoint Server products in the UK• Canadian Centre for Cyber Security: CrushFTP security advisory (AV25-432)• CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog - CVE-2025-25257 Fortinet FortiWeb SQL Injection Vulnerability• CitrixBleed 2 situation update — everybody already got owned• Canadian Centre for Cyber Security - Vulnerabilities impacting Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway - CVE-2025-5349, CVE-2025-5777 and CVE-2025-6543 – Update 2 Managing Politics and BiasQuick Hits:• National Guard hacked by Chinese 'Salt Typhoon' campaign for nearly a year, DHS memo says• Charter Calls Increased Critical Infrastructure Attacks on Spectrum Network in Missouri Acts of Domestic Terrorism• UK NPSA - Security-Minded Communications - Guidance for Remote and Rural Locations • Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) & Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) Joint Advisory: Cyber officials warns of malicious campaign to impersonate high-profile public figures• Examining How International Hacktivist Groups Pursue Attention, Select Targets, and Interact in an Evolving Online Landscape• China's cyber sector amplifies Beijing's hacking of U.S. targets• Submarine Cables Face Increasing Threats Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Limited Repair Capacity• Of course, Grok's AI companions want to have sex and burn down schools• Investor Alert: Look Out For Possible Investment Scams Related to the Texas Floods • The Amnban Files: Inside Iran's Cyber-Espionage Factory Targeting Global Airlines• Indian crypto exchange CoinDCX hacked, $44M drained

In this episode of The Ethics Experts, Nick welcomes Pat Poitevin.Mr. Pat Poitevin is an internationally recognized expert in anti-corruption, corporate ethics, and compliance. He is the co-founder and executive director of the Canadian Centre of Excellence for Anti-Corruption (CCEAC). He is also co-founder & CEO of the boutique advisory firm Active Compliance and Ethics Group (ACEG). Mr. Poitevin is a 35-year veteran of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and retired in October 2017, where he was the RCMP's anti-corruption and compliance expert. He has also been an investigator and expert on drugs, organized crime, and financial crime. He is in demand as a speaker, university lecturer, and trainer at the international level and has extensive experience in program development and capacity building. Mr. Poitevin has been advising and helping public and private organizations to improve their ethics, compliance, and anti-corruption measures. Mr. Poitevin has also worked on research, consultative, and advisory projects with the G20, UNODC, and the IMF. He was a member of the Canadian Project Committee (PC278) involved in the development of the ISO 37001 Anti-bribery and ISO 37002 Whistleblowing Management systems standard as well ISO 42001 AI Management systems. He is a member of the Transparency International Expert Network, ACFE, IAFCI, AACI, and several other professional associations. He also has the CACM and TASA professional designations. He is a member of Transparency International Canada and a Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CMAC-USA).Connect with Pat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patpoitevin/

Is it possible to make abortion unthinkable? Joining Tyler to answer this question are Nick and Maaike Rosendal from the Canadian Centre for Bioethical Relief. We discuss what CCBR is, their strategies and why they believe graphic abortion images and apologetical arguments are the most effective tools in changing people's minds. We also explore reasons to be hopeful in the pro-life fight. We hope this episode inspires and encourages you to think about how you can be a voice for the voiceless. To learn more and to get involved, be sure to check out CCBR at www.endthekilling.ca   A BIG THANKS TO OUR OFFICIAL SPONSOR, TRIVAN! WE APPRECIATE YOU HELPING US MAKE THIS CONVERSATION POSSIBLE. BE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT AT WWW.TRIVAN.COM To keep up with the podcast, check out our website: https://www.realtalkpodcast.ca/ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, clips, and more! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReformedRealTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reformedrealtalk/ We'd love to hear from you. Please send us your questions, comments, or other feedback at realtalk@reformedperspective.ca. Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please share this podcast with your family and friends!

Talks of interprovincial trade barriers continue after Alberta and Ontario signed a memorandum of understanding to ease trade restrictions, but a new report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives argues the barriers to trade are "significantly overstated," characterizing the push to ease interprovincial trade to be "largely political theatre." Michele Cadario, executive vice-president of Rubicon Strategies, joins the show as we ask viewers what B.C. would have to sacrifice in order to break down trade barriers.

Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, founder & chief equity officer, Women in Governance and Sue Smith, a Montreal journalist and broadcaster on The Big 5. A new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives warns that the Liberal government’s plan to save $13 billion annually by 2028–29 through “increased efficiency” would amount to a 24% cut in public service spending, mostly targeting non-defence departments. Residents in a Laval neighbourhood are raising concerns over a neighbour whose front yard has become a dumb site. The Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) has reversed its stance and now allows the use of the English word “Go” to cheer for sports teams, although it still prefers “Allez.

The approach of the Canadian Centre for Food & Ecology (CCFE) is what has been so attractive to me. It's a conviction around joyful, immersive experience and it starts with the conviction that until someone has experienced the sensory joy of experiencing food in a new way, there's little interest in understanding the facts or the cognitive issues surrounding our food system. One can focus on that which is the problem, and it truly is a problem, but way more compelling, way more attractive, is to think about food through the lens of it as a solution that invites people in.My conversation with Sarah Heynen, the executive director of the Canadian Centre for Food & Ecology (CCFE) in Tkaronto. Sarah is a strategic systems-thinker with a warm heart and a generous nature. Sarah introduced me to the Surviving the Future course which you heard about in episode 218. We mostly talked food, about artfulness and what it means to be inspired and inspirited by say a conversation or a meal. She also explained the Anishinaabeg 7th fire prophecy: a time when the light skin race needs to choose between a scorched earth path and a rainbow path leading to flourishing and the 8th fire. Show notes generated by Whisper Transcribe AIAction pointsRecognize culture's impact on food choices and environmental awareness.Understand the vital role of soil health in food quality and carbon sequestration.Support regenerative food systems by choosing alternative suppliers.Match motivated audiences with existing regenerative food producers.Embrace personal conviction and agency in making food-related decisions.Story PreviewImagine a world where every meal reconnects you with the earth. Sarah Heynen shares her vision of a regenerative food system, inviting listeners to consider food as a powerful tool for cultural and ecological healing.Chapter Summary00:00 The Joy of Food Experience01:25 Cultural Perspectives on Food02:43 The Role of Art in Renewal04:29 Contextualizing Our Location06:50 Spiritual Connections to Food08:32 Projects for Cultural ReconnectionFeatured QuotesFood is a potent invitation into a collective story of reconnection with each other, with the Earth and with ourselves.Until someone has experienced the sensory joy of experiencing food in a new way, there's little interest in understanding the facts or the cognitive issues surrounding our food system.Behind the StorySarah Heynen, drawing from her background in anthropology and her role at the Canadian Centre for Food and Ecology, explores the cultural significance of food and its potential to address environmental challenges. She advocates for a shift in perspective, viewing food as a solution that invites participation in a collective journey towards healing and reconnection. *END NOTES FOR ALL EPISODESHey conscient listeners, I've been producing the conscient podcast as a learning and unlearning journey since May 2020 on un-ceded Anishinaabe Algonquin territory (Ottawa). It's my way to give back.In parallel with the production of the conscient podcast and its francophone counterpart, balado conscient, I I publish fee ‘a calm presence' Substack see https://acalmpresence.substack.com.Your feedback is always welcome at claude@conscient.ca and/or on social media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Threads or BlueSky.I am grateful and accountable to the earth and the human labour that provided me with the privilege of producing this podcast, including the toxic materials and extractive processes behind the computers, recorders, transportation systems and infrastructure that made this production possible. Claude SchryerLatest update on June 27, 2025

B.C.'s minimum wage now sits at $17.85 per hour after the province mandated an increase of 45 cents. Marc Lee, a senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and Cory Redekop, the CEO of the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce, discuss the impact of the increase as we ask viewers if it is enough.

TVO original documentary, Dangerous Games: Roblox and the Metaverse Exposed, follows three gamers as they investigate a network of extremists, predators and illicit content in a game designed for children. The Agenda invites Ann Shin, director and producer of the film; Jacques Marcoux, director of research and analytics at the Canadian Centre for Child Protection; and Rachel Kowert, founder of Psychgeist and visiting researcher at the University of Cambridge to discuss the potential consequences of gaming on youth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump's trade threats and tariffs have brought uncertainty to markets worldwide. Canada has responded with its own counter tariffs. Should Ontarians expect to pay more at the grocery store? And is there a risk that companies could exploit the chaos and bump up sticker prices regardless? We discuss with Stuart Trew, director of the Trade and Investment Research Project at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives; Mike von Massow, food economist and professor at the University of Guelph; Karl Littler, senior vice-president of public affairs at the Retail Council of Canada; and Tu Nguyen, economist and director of environmental, social, and governance for RSM Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney discusses this week’s Make America Healthy Again report. Haney is then joined by: Carlo Dade of the University of Calgary on Canada / U.S. relations research; Bryan Bryson of Bayer Crop Science for a spotlight interview; and, Lisa Bishop-Spencer of the Canadian Centre for... Read More

This episode of Up for Discussion sets us up nicely for Pride month in a couple of weeks. We are delighted to be joined by Marni Panas, Chair of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and fellow GIDA member. Marni is a seasoned DE&I advocate and a proud transwoman who's impressive career spans health care, HR as well as DE&I leadership roles. In this episode, Janet and Marni explore: - Marni's personal advocacy journey - Continuing to view Pride as a protest in light of recent global shifts - Tips for allies who want to step up and support their LGBTQ+ friends and colleagues - A reminder of those crucial 5 Ds of being an Upstander Janet and Marni end on a positive note, reaffirming how friendship can flourish across borders and timezones and reflecting on how to stay positive in 2025. Don't miss this powerful conversation!

In January 2024, shortly after workers in their Laval location had unionized, Amazon announced the closure of its facilities in Quebec. In a most egregious union busting moves, Amazon left 2,000 people out of work and walked away from significant investments in infrastructure to make sure workers wouldn't get a say in their conditions.Jon Milton, Senior Communications Specialist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, shares some of the ways Labour, the community and municipalities are fighting back against Amazon. Jon also has some tactics not yet deployed to 'bring down' this corporate giant AND its exploitive business model.Hosted by: Jessa McLeanCall to Action: Boycott Amazon CanadaRelated Episodes: CUPW Right to Strike was recorded immediately after Canada Post workers were ordered back to work. Its a candid discussion on the state of what's often touted as Canada's strongest union. Another guest from the CCPA, Richard Tranjan, with a discussion on The Tenant ClassMore Resources: Supreme Court Rules Walmart Broke QC Law - Global NewsUnion says Amazon closures in Quebec are an attack on unionization - rabble.caAmazon's Quebec closures are a wake-up call for Canada's labour movement - CCPAHow Quebec and Canada can make Amazon pay for union-busting - CCPAAll of our content is free - made possible by the generous sponsorships of our Patrons. If you would like to support our work through monthly contributions: PatreonFollow us on Instagram or on Bluesky

When Trudeau prorogued Parliament 26 bills were binned. Bills are the democratic process made concrete and the laws that they can turn into are the end product of the whole political machine. They decide whether you have the right to die by choice. They decide what you can and cannot say. They tell you whether or not you can go back to work or not because you can or cannot afford to send your kid to daycare. Each bill is the end result of years of campaigning, research, fundraising, debates, and compromise. So, multiply that by 26, then throw it all out.What bills were trashed? Are they gone forever? What should come back and what should stay in the bin?Jesse sorts the trash with conservative pundit and former Communications Director for Pierre Poilievre's leadership campaign, Ginny Roth, as well as Katherine Scott from the Canadian Centre for Political Action, and digital law expert Michael Geist from the University of Ottawa.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Guests: Michael Geist (Law Professor at the University of Ottawa), Katherine Scott ( Senior Researcher, Canadian Center for Policy Alternatives), Ginny Roth (Partner, Crestview Strategy Conservative activist)Fact checking by max collins and Julian AbrahamAdditional music by Audio NetworkSponsors: Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Squarespace : Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.oxio: Head over to https://canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free!Tofino DistilleryTake a moment and fill out the Canadaland survey here! Your feedback will be immensely helpful to us.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's so normal to complain about the CBC that it's hard to imagine that one day, maybe one day soon, there may no longer be a CBC to complain about. The Conservatives are campaigning on defunding it. The Mother Corp. itself can't seem to figure out which way is up, particularly when it comes to television ratings. Sure, radio still pulls in the numbers, but what is the future of radio itself?So, is CBC f*cked, like f*cked as in doomed? How do we unf*ck it? F*ck if I know. So we're asking you, dear listener, how to fix it. The lines are open caller…Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Guests: Listeners like youFact checking by max collinsAdditional music by Audio NetworkFurther reading:Bang for our buck — Canadian Centre for Policy AlternativesSponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offerBetterHelp: Visit https://betterhelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.Squarespace : Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.oxio: Head over to https://canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free!Take a moment and fill out the Canadaland survey here! Your feedback will be immensely helpful to us.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When your healthcare system runs on love and unpaid overtime, something's gotta give. This week, we're joined by Liv Mendelsohn, Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, to unpack a staggering reality: for every hour of professional healthcare, there are three hours of unpaid care happening behind closed doors. From accidental caregivers who don't realize they've joined the club to burnt-out heroes keeping our healthcare system from collapse, Liv breaks down why Canada needs to step up its game in supporting those who support others. Get ready for some real talk about what happens when half of all Canadian women are caregivers, but the system pretends not to see them. Plus, find out why your coworker's constant "doctor's appointments" might be the tip of a much bigger iceberg.Be sure to check out "Who Cares?" - a new podcast series exploring caregiving stories across Canada, available now wherever you get your podcasts!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord!