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Equalization has long been a debated federal program, with supporters calling it essential for ensuring comparable public services across Canada and critics arguing the formula no longer reflects economic reality. But a new study by Tegan Hill, Director, Alberta Policy at the Fraser Institute, suggests the program is "broken." She joins Evan to discuss her findings and what she thinks needs to change.

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss a new Fraser Institute report showing that high-income earners shoulder a disproportionate share of Canada's tax burden. They examine what this means for a country where public support for expanded government services is increasing. They also discuss Canada's heavy reliance on income taxes compared to the consumption-based tax models used in Scandinavian countries, and whether tax reform could help address economic stagnation and stem the loss of high earners to lower-tax jurisdictions such as the United States.The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)Watch a video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanadaFollow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en CREDITS:Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer and Video EditorRudyard Griffiths - HostGraeme Roy/The Canadian Press - Photo Credit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many Canadians say they've lost confidence in politics and are looking for ways to make government more accountable. A new paper from Lydia Miljan, senior fellow at the Fraser Institute and author of Term Limits for Parliamentarians, argues that practical changes like a 12-year term limit for federal politicians could strengthen Canadian democracy without reopening the Constitution. She joins Evan to share her findings and what major changes would happen if this was implimented tomorrow.

Most Canadians don't spend a lot of time thinking about government debt, but they do care about where their tax dollars are going. A new report from the Fraser Institute says Canadians will pay nearly $95 billion this year just in interest on federal and provincial government debt. Jake Fuss, Director of Fiscal Studies, Fraser Institute, joins the show to break down what the numbers really mean and why you should care.

Greg Brady spoke to Paige MacPherson, Senior Fellow in Education Policy at The Fraser Institute about most Canadian teachers navigating AI without training or policies to guide them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Paige MacPherson, Senior Fellow in Education Policy at The Fraser Institute about most Canadian teachers navigating AI without training or policies to guide them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Hayek Program Podcast, Bobbi Herzberg delivers a keynote lecture at the 2025 Markets & Society conference on Vincent Ostrom's understanding of democracy and self-governance. Reflecting on Ostrom's life, scholarship, and enduring influence, Herzberg explores four central themes in his work: the emergence of social order through shared beliefs and norms, the capacity of individuals to govern themselves, the importance of polycentric systems of governance, and the fragility of democratic institutions. Drawing on Ostrom's collaborations with his wife, Elinor Ostrom, and his engagement with the writings of Alexis de Tocqueville, Herzberg argues that democracy is not a mechanism imposed from above but an ongoing practice of cooperation, deliberation, and mutual responsibility. She concludes by emphasizing Ostrom's vision of democracy as a living experiment in self-government that must be renewed and sustained by each generation. Dr. Roberta Herzberg is a Distinguished Senior Fellow and a Senior Research Fellow with the F.A. Hayek Program for Advanced Study in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and a Senior Fellow at the Fraser Institute.**This episode was recorded on October 17, 2025**If you like the show, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell others about the show! We're available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.Check out our other podcast from the Hayek Program! Virtual Sentiments is a podcast in which political theorist Kristen Collins interviews scholars and practitioners grappling with pressing problems in political economy with an eye to the past. Subscribe today!Follow the Hayek Program on Twitter: @HayekProgramFollow the Mercatus Center on Twitter: @mercatusCC Music: Twisterium

Last week, a Regina family was honoured by the Fraser Institute with its prestigious Founders' Award, recognizing their entrepreneurial success and contributions to communities across Saskatchewan and Canada. Shaun Semple, CEO and owner of Brandt Group, joins Evan to share what the award means for him and his family.

Bruce Pardy is professor of law at Queen's University, senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and executive director of Rights Probe. We discuss the coordinated effort between Danielle Smith, Mark Carney and the Liberals to stop Alberta's bid for independence, the cultural teardown required to save Canada as a nation, and why the United States has a firmer grasp on what the notions of freedom and independence actually mean.Read more at Rights Probe:https://rightsprobe.orgFollow Bruce on X:https://x.com/pardybruceFollow Brave New Normal on X, Substack and YouTube:https://linktr.ee/bnnpod This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bravenewnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Did you know Alberta's net contribution to Ottawa effectively saves taxpayers in the rest of Canada about $1,000 a year? Guest host Rob Breakenridge digs into the numbers with Fraser Institute's Tegan Hill, then catches up with Canadian history buff Craig Baird to talk about the end of an era: after nearly 75 years, Hockey Night in Canada is leaving CBC. What does the iconic broadcast mean to Canadians, and what will its departure say about the country we share? THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwes... SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ 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.

Investor and writer Jayant Bhandari offers a pessimistic assessment of current global geopolitics and the decline of Western civilization. Bhandari argues that the world is entering a period of extreme chaos characterized by persistent conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, as well as rising global inflation. He provides a particularly harsh critique of India, describing it as a dysfunctional and corrupt state that is currently de-industrializing despite international propaganda to the contrary. A central theme of the discussion is the impact of mass migration, which Bhandari claims is importing a “third-world mentality” that threatens the demographic and cultural stability of the West. In contrast, he praises East Asian nations like China and Japan for maintaining social homogeneity and suggests they represent the most stable future for investment. Ultimately, Bhandari warns individuals to diversify their assets and residencies to survive increasing state surveillance and societal decay. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Listen Ad-Free for $4.99 a Month or $49.99 a Year! Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitics-empire/id1003465597 Supercast https://geopoliticsandempire.supercast.com ***Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics Escape The Technocracy (15% off w/ GEOPOLITICS!) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Expat Money (FREE “Plan B” Report!) https://expatmoney.com/geopolitics PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Jayant Bhandari Website https://jayantbhandari.com X https://x.com/JayantBhandari5 About Jayant Bhandari Jayant Bhandari is an investor, writer, and speaker who travels extensively in search of investment opportunities, particularly in natural resources and junior mining. He advises institutional investors and is known for combining field-based investing with a broader interest in economics, culture, politics, and the institutional foundations of civilization. He served as a director of Gold Canyon, a publicly listed Canadian company, until its merger with another entity. Earlier, he worked for six years with U.S. Global Investors in San Antonio, Texas, and for one year with Casey Research. Immediately after completing his MBA, he established the Indian subsidiary operations of a British company and a German-Swiss company. Before that, he worked with his father in the family's printing press—an experience that gave him a practical education in business that no formal training could match. Jayant writes on investing, economics, politics, culture, and moral philosophy. His work has appeared in Liberty, the Mises Institute, Casey Research, Acting Man, International Man, Mining Journal, Zero Hedge, Lew Rockwell, Fraser Institute, Le Québécois Libre, Mauldin Economics, Northern Miner, Mining Markets, American Renaissance, and Counter-Currents. He is currently working on a book about the civilizational roots of Third World dysfunction and why societies without deeper moral and cultural transformation decay toward pre-colonial forms. He is also the founder of Capitalism & Morality, an annual seminar in Vancouver focused on the moral and cultural foundations without which capitalism and freedom cannot endure. Jayant holds an MBA from Manchester Business School in the UK and a Bachelor of Engineering from SGSITS in India. *Podcast intro music used with permission is from the song “The Queens Jig” by the fantastic “Musicke & Mirth” from their album “Music for Two Lyra Viols”: http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Send us Fan MailNewfoundland and Labrador's mining sector is experiencing serious momentum, and global investors are taking notice. Based on what investors are saying about Newfoundland and Labrador and Baie Verte, here is a summary of why capital is flowing:A Tier-One Jurisdiction: We consistently rank in the Fraser Institute's global top 10. Exceptional government support, streamlined permitting, and strong Indigenous relations make doing business here efficient and collaborative. Unmatched Local Talent: Investors love our highly skilled local labor force, which is driven by a culture of innovation and an open-mindedness to adopt the best global practices.World-Class Discoveries & Location: We are seeing massive, world-class mineral discoveries. Plus, our far-east geography offers a unique, strategic logistical advantage with prime proximity to European markets.Turnkey Infrastructure & Synergies: Companies are fast-tracking production and saving hundreds of millions by revitalizing historic underground mines, utilizing exceptionally clean infrastructure, and acquiring existing, permitted mills.The future of mining is bright, and it is happening right here in communities like Baie Verte.#galeForceWins has recorded over 500 conversations with key stakeholders in the mining sector. If you are interested in working with us email gerry@galeforcewins.comGale Force Wins started out simply as an inspirational podcast releasing episodes wherever you get your podcasts every Tuesday evening. We continue to do that every Tuesday but have expanded into custom content for clients. We also have perfected a conference and trade show offering where you can receive over 20 videos edited and posted to social media at the same time the event is unfolding.For businesses and organizations we also create digital content quickly and efficiently.Visit our services page here:https://galeforcewins.com/servicesTo message Gerry visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrycarew/To message Allan visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanadale/

The federal government is facing criticism over rising deficits and growing debt. Is it time for major changes to secure Canada's fiscal future? A new Fraser Institute proposal suggests tightening Old Age Security eligibility and raising the retirement age. Evan is joined by Jake Fuss, Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute, to discuss the controversial idea.

TQuestions are now being raised about whether Canada's aviation system is facing a dual test of structure and capacity at a critical moment. For decades, major airports have operated under a hybrid model in which non-profit authorities manage operations while the federal government retains ownership of land and core assets. Now, with the Carney government considering a potential shift toward privatization, what could that mean for oversight, costs, and the public interest? At the same time, recent travel disruptions tied to staffing shortages, including a lack of air traffic controllers, have exposed operational strain across the system just as demand is expected to surge ahead of the summer season and the World Cup. Is this a sign of deeper systemic pressure, and are proposed fixes keeping pace with demand? We examine what is changing, what is at stake, and how these parallel pressures may be reshaping Canada's air travel landscape with Jake Fuss of the Fraser Institute, Lily Chang of the Canadian Labour Congress, and Jonathan Bagg of NAV Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent report from the Fraser Institute says young people are leaving Atlantic provinces in search for jobs. On this episode of The Signal we have a panel of economic and business experts talking about the changing demographics of Newfoundland and Labrador and what it means to the workforce. GUESTS - Tony Fang, economist and professor at Memorial University; Tom Cooper, business professor at Memorial University; Wanda Cuff Young, vice president of operations at Work Global Canada Inc.; Sharon McLennon, director at NL Workforce Innovation Centre; and Alexandra Stefanovic-Chafe, faculty researcher with NL Workforce Innovation Centre.

Earlier this week, a woman suffering a mental health emergency died at the Granville Street Bridge. This has renewed calls for a suicide prevention barrier on the bridge. A new report from the Fraser Institute says each dollar increase in business taxes costs the economy more than two dollars. Confusion over best before dates are causing billions of dollars of avoidable food waste, says a report from Second Harvest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Pardy is professor of law at Queen's University, senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and executive director of Rights Probe. We discuss the mechanisms that gave Mark Carney a majority Liberal government in Canada, the radical steps required to fix the broken Canadian systems, and why Alberta is key to saving the nation.Read more at Rights Probe:https://rightsprobe.orgFollow Bruce on X:https://x.com/pardybruceFollow Brave New Normal on X, Substack and audio YouTube:https://linktr.ee/bnnpod This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bravenewnormal.substack.com/subscribe

A new report from the Fraser Institute shows us young people are struggling to find work right now, even though the overall economy is still growing, albeit slowly. Entry-level jobs are more competitive than usual, leaving many youth squeezed out of the labour market. Philip Cross, Senior Fellow, Fraser Institute, joins Evan to talk about the report's findings.

Youth unemployment is rising in Canada, according to a new Fraser Institute report. Bowen Island says BC Ferries should foot the bill for infrastructure needed to support ferry operation. The case for privatizing airports, what would that look like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canada's air is cleaner now than it was 50 years ago according to a new report from the Fraser Institute. Report co-author Elmira Aliakbari joined Mike Stubbs with the details.

Jerry opens the show reacting to the Liberal majority government win and asks... now what? Jerry then turns to a new report showing Ontario is falling behind its U.S. neighbours. Jake Fuss, Senior Analyst at the Fraser Institute joins Jerry to break down the numbers and what Ontario needs to do. Next, it’s time for Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop, as Jerry brings your traffic questions to Sean Shapiro! Anthropic’s new AI model has sparked a rush from industry and government to strengthen cyber‑defence. Jerry speaks with Associate Deam of information and communication at Humber Polytechnic.

The White House wants states to drop certificate of need laws in hopes of lowering health care costs. Researchers and state leaders are split.Guests:Nate Adler, founder, GertieMatthew Mitchell, senior fellow, Fraser Institute; senior affiliated scholar, Mercatus Center at George Mason UniversityJill Horwitz, professor, Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and Feinberg School of MedicineBo Watson, Tennessee state senatorAlyssa Black, Vermont state representativeAmy Cooper, founder, board president Green Mountain Surgery CenterLearn more and read a full transcript on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Phil Hoskins, CEO of Atomic EagleRecording date: 24th March 2026Atomic Eagle (ASX:AEU) is advancing the Muntanga uranium project in Zambia with an aggressive resource expansion strategy designed to unlock economies of scale. Led by CEO Phil Hoskins and backed by the founders of Boss Energy and Lotus Resources - both now uranium producers - the company has assembled experienced uranium development expertise to grow a technically proven asset in a tier-one African jurisdiction.The Muntanga project stands on solid ground with a completed NI 43-101 feasibility study and a recently expanded resource of 58.8 million pounds at 309 ppm. What distinguishes this deposit is exceptional metallurgical characteristics: over 90% recoveries, 21-day leach kinetics, and remarkably low acid consumption of just 20 kilograms per ton. These parameters signal favorable economics to experienced developers, though the previous operator's study at 2.2 million pounds per annum production showed insufficient scale to generate attractive returns.Atomic Eagle's solution centers on resource growth. The largest drill program at Muntanga since 2007 launches in April 2026, targeting over 50,000 meters across 10 discrete targets using cost-effective gamma-probe technology at $45 per meter. The company aims to grow resources toward 100+ million pounds to support 4-5 million pounds per annum production by circa 2030, comparable to Bannerman Resources' development model. Current resources, if fully incorporated into a revised mine plan, could already support 3.9 million pounds annually for 12 years.With $19 million in treasury, Atomic Eagle is well-funded to execute its 2026 exploration program and 2027 updated feasibility study. Zambia offers significant jurisdictional advantages: no free carried government interest, established mining infrastructure as the world's seventh-largest copper producer, and Fraser Institute-validated regulatory stability.Additional upside exists through a 116 million pound Niger asset (1,300 ppm grade) currently assigned zero market value. Active negotiations are progressing to return this asset under new terms, with an update expected in the first half of 2026. Recent roadshow feedback confirmed that investors view Atomic Eagle as undervalued based solely on the Zambian asset, positioning the company as a focused development play rather than a speculative exploration play in an increasingly strategic uranium market.View Atomic Eagle's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/atomic-eagleSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

¿Estamos ante el germen de una nueva crisis financiera o se está exagerando el riesgo? Lo analizamos con Jonás González, de Mutuactivos, y Javier de Berenguer, de Mapfre Inversión. Recomendaciones de este episodio: ✅ Jonás nos trae el libro "Correr con los Keniatas" de Adharanand Finn ‍♂️ https://www.amazon.es/Correr-los-keniatas-NO-FICCI%C3%93N/dp/8466651888 ✅ Javier nos trae un gráfico del Fraser Institute sobre la libertad económica que refleja cómo los países con mayor libertad económica suelen tener mayor PIB per cápita https://www.fraserinstitute.org/categories/economic-freedom ¡EMPEZAMOS! Episodio patrocinado por Carmignac, que desde 1989 ha ofrecido a los inversores una gestión verdaderamente activa y basada en sus convicciones, ayudándoles a alcanzar sus objetivos a largo plazo. Suscríbete a Finect Plus: https://www.finect.com/servicios/finect-plus/comprar?utm_source=ivoox&utm_medium=mencion_alpha_ivoox&utm_campaign=finect_plus&utm_content=1mes_generica *Este contenido se ha elaborado bajo un criterio editorial y no constituye una recomendación ni propuesta de inversión. La inversión contiene riesgos. Las rentabilidades pasadas no son garantía de rentabilidades futuras.*

During the 2025 election, Mark Carney's government promised to take a different approach to federal spending! But a new study says he might not have followed through on that promise. Grady Munro, Senior Policy Analyst with the Fraser Institute and co-author on the new report about the Carney government's fiscal plans, joins the show to break down the numbers and how Carney is handling federal spending.

Greg Brady talked to Matthew Lau is an adjunct scholar at the Fraser Institute and writes regularly for the Financial Post about University students should get loans, not gifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady talked to Matthew Lau is an adjunct scholar at the Fraser Institute and writes regularly for the Financial Post about University students should get loans, not gifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deb dives in to a concerning social media trend What should libraries do with books they get rid of? GUEST: Jake Fuss - senior analyst at the Fraser Institute

Budget 2026: The Reckoning (0:16) Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief How did B.C.'s finances go off track? (11:54) Guest: Jock Finlayson, senior fellow of the Fraser Institute, and former Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer for the Business Council of British Columbia B.C expands PST to more services in 2026 Budget (27:21) Guest: Ryan Mitton, Director of Legislative Affairs for B.C. with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business B.C.'s Finance Minister Brenda Bailey (33:46) Guest: Brenda Bailey, B.C.'s Minister of Finance B.C. budget: Red ink and hard choices (46:59) Guest: David Williams, Vice President of Policy for the Business Council of B.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Coastal Front podcast, we're joined by Fraser Institute President Niels Veldhuis, who shares his views on what he sees as an ongoing attack on BC property rights, Canada's culture around business achievement, and the Fraser Institute's annual provincial school rankings.   Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/n0AIEIfjmTw?si=y14LAagxpH1L0tuv   PODCAST INFO:

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Are electric vehicles really cleaner than gas-powered cars?In this episode of the True North EV Podcast, host James tackles one of the most debated questions in the EV world: the environmental impact of fossil fuel production versus battery manufacturing. We break down the facts for Canadian drivers—exploring short-term and long-term impacts, mining and manufacturing realities, and how Canada's clean electricity grid changes the equation.What you'll learn:The continuous emissions from fossil fuel extraction, refining, and burning [Fossil Fue...ion part 1 | Word]The one-time environmental cost of battery production—and how quickly EVs “break even” on emissionsLatest research showing EVs in Canada produce up to 75% fewer lifetime emissions than gas vehicles The challenges of lithium and cobalt mining, and how innovation is making batteries cleaner and more ethical Why the grid is getting greener every year, making EVs an even better choice over time Honest discussion of the real challenges—mining impacts, recycling, grid readiness, and subsidiesWhether you're EV-curious or already driving electric, this episode gives you the facts, the context, and practical takeaways to make an informed decision. Tune in to discover why, despite their imperfections, EVs are a cleaner, smarter choice for Canada's future.Primary Sources Used:TD Economics (March 2025) – “Cradle to grave: Lifecycle emissions of electric versus gasoline vehicles in Canada”Canada Energy Regulator (2023) – “Canada's Energy Future 2023”Natural Resources Canada (2024) – “Strategic Approach to Battery Innovation”Electric Mobility Canada (April 2025) – “Electrifying Progress: A Complete Economic Outlook of the Canadian EV Industry”Canadian Climate Institute (November 2025)CAA North & East Ontario (2025)Young Canadians for Resources (June 2025)Alberta Electric Vehicle Association, City of Edmonton, Municipal Climate Change Action Centre, AMA (Alberta Motor Association)CBC News (2023, 2025)Fraser Institute (2023–2025)Communications Earth & Environment (June 2025)PMC/National Institutes of HealthKey Statistics Referenced:Gas vehicle lifetime emissions: 89.5 tonnes CO₂Battery EV (no battery replacement): 21.6 tonnes CO₂Battery EV (one battery replacement): 28.4 tonnes CO₂Break-even point: Year 2 nationally; 6–18 months in some provincesCanada's clean electricity: 82% non-emitting sources (2024)Alberta-specific: EVs reduce emissions by 41% currently; projected 74% as grid greensHealth costs: Vehicle emissions cost $9.5B annually in CanadaEconomic projections: 1.34 million EV jobs and $171B GDP contribution by 2040Battery recycling: Up to 95% of materials recoverableEV adoption Canada: 17% of new vehicles in 2024 were EVsGlobal emissions: EVs consistently show 32–47% lower footprint than hybridsCheck out how green your grid is or  if you are in Alberta howgreen it is at this very moment at thegrid.albertaev.ca.  This is a great tool that Electric Vehicle Association of Alberta has put together. It will definitely help also when comparing evs to gas vehicles.Check Easy EV Install out if you are in Manitoba and looking at getting an EV. You can find and contact Marc on Linkedin and Facebook at Easy EV Install and on Instagram and Twitter at @EasyEVInstall. you can also call or text him at 431-999-EASY(3279) or email at connect@easyevinstall.ca.Here is the link to kilowatt podcast:https://pca.st/podcast/09216500-6e77-0134-787d-4ffec63d9550Check out Manitoba Electric Vehicle Association at  Manitobaev.caFacebook link is: @truenorthevEmail: truenorthevpodcast@gmail.com

The Canadian Taxpayer Federation has put Ontario Premier Doug Ford at the top of its annual Naughty List, as Canada's worst "grifting politicians." Boston received a "majestic white spruce" Christmas tree, an annual gift from Nova Scotia recognizing the essential aid provided to Halifax after the devastating explosion a century ago. Canadian charitable giving has hit a 20-year low, according to a Fraser Institute report. This alarming decline raises concerns about charities' ability to support communities. Tune into the Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Geoff Knight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cato's Ian Vásquez and the Fraser Institute's Matt Mitchell walk through the 2025 edition of the Human Freedom Index, documenting a worldwide decline in economic, civil, and personal freedoms that began before the pandemic and sharply accelerated after it. They explain how populism, authoritarian emergency powers, trade restrictions, and speech controls have left nine in ten people living in less free societies, and why the recovery remains uneven and fragile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1: Frances Widdowson joins us to discuss her recent arrest at the University of Victoria, the growing political backlash she faces for questioning the official narrative around the 215 “unmarked graves” at Kamloops, and why attempts to open evidence-based discussion on residential-school graves are being shut down on Canadian campuses.Part 2: Tom Flanagan joins the conversation as we examine the collective guilt being imposed on Canadians, the implications of the recent Cowichan Tribes court decision, and what these developments mean for free speech, historical truth, and the future direction of the country.Frances Widdowson is a Canadian political scientist and former associate professor at Mount Royal University who was fired in 2021 (a termination later ruled disproportionate by an arbitrator) after years of public criticism of Indigenous policy, the “Aboriginal industry,” and what she calls the “Grave Error” narrative surrounding the 2021 Kamloops unmarked-graves announcement. Co-author of the books Disrobing the Aboriginal Industry and Grave Error, she argues that many claims about residential-school mass graves lack forensic evidence and have been exaggerated for political and financial gain.Tom Flanagan is a Canadian professor emeritus at the University of Calgary; former advisor to Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Author of books on Métis history (e.g., The Diaries of Louis Riel, 1976) and libertarian policy critiques on aboriginal land claims. Senior Fellow at the Fraser Institute; elected to the Royal Society of Canada in 1996. Recently co-authored Dead Wrong on residential schools, sparking debate on unmarked graves.Tickets to Cornerstone Forum 26': https://www.showpass.com/cornerstone26/Tickets to the Mashspiel:https://www.showpass.com/mashspiel/Silver Gold Bull Links:Website: https://silvergoldbull.ca/Email: SNP@silvergoldbull.comText Grahame: (587) 441-9100Bow Valley Credit UnionBitcoin: www.bowvalleycu.com/en/personal/investing-wealth/bitcoin-gatewayEmail: welcome@BowValleycu.com Prophet River Links:Website: store.prophetriver.com/Email: SNP@prophetriver.comUse the code “SNP” on all ordersGet your voice heard: Text Shaun 587-217-8500

Greg Brady spoke to Paige McPherson, Senior Fellow, Education Policy and former Associate Director, Education Policy for the Fraser Institute about New Fraser Institute rankings of Ontario secondary schools out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast. This episode, we are joined by  Mr. Grant Fagerheim - CEO of Whitecap Resources - a TSX listed energy company with a market cap of ~$14 billion. Mr. Fagerheim is President and Chief Executive Officer of Whitecap Resources Inc., a position he has held since 2009, and also founder of Whitecap Resources Inc., Kereco Energy Ltd. (Cadence), Ketch Resources Ltd, and Ketch Energy Ltd. He was appointed to the board of The Fraser Institute in January 2020. He has worked in both the Canadian upstream and downstream segments of the energy industry. His past directorships include both public and private energy producing and service companies.Mr. Fagerheim is an active member in the community in both volunteer and charity roles and has a passion for combining academics with athletics. He is a director of the Hockey Canada Foundation, serving since January 2008, has served as Chairman of the Foundation and was also a member of the Order of Hockey Canada executive committee. He also has served as Chairman of the Edge School for Athletes in Calgary.  In recognition for his contributions to Canada to date Mr. Fagerheim was awarded the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal created in 2012 to honour the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.  He was inducted into the Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Hall of Fame in 2017 and was named Saskatchewan Oil Person of the Year in 2021.Among other things we learned about Dividends, Shareholder Returns & Why Canadian Energy Is Growing.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEPACAstro Oilfield Rentals Platinum EndeavorsTreeline Well ServicesSupport the show

Bruce Pardy is professor of law at Queen's University, senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and executive director of Rights Probe. We discuss the recently tabled Liberal censorship and hate speech legislation, the hidden tyranny in free speech restrictions, and the west's descent into a technocratic managerial state.Read more at Rights Probe:https://rightsprobe.orgFollow Bruce on X:https://x.com/pardybruceFollow Brave New Normal on X, Substack and audio streamers:https://linktr.ee/bnnpod This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bravenewnormal.substack.com/subscribe

Richmond briefs property owners impacted by Cowichan Tribes decision at public meeting (0:42) Guest: Malcolm Brodie, Mayor of Richmond North Van District's housing dilemma: How B.C.'s rules left council split on development (10:44) Guest: Catherine Pope, District of North Vancouver councillor Commentary: When it comes to Canada-U.S. trade talks, the premiers continue to play at the kids table (19:41) Got beef? Why your favourite steak cut costs you more (24:49) Guest: Kevin Boon, General Manager of the B.C. Cattleman's Association Canada's billion dollar investment in green economy yields underwhelming results (34:23) Guest: Elmira Aliakbari, Director of the Centre for Natural Resource Studies at the Fraser Institute and one of the authors of the study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City of Vancouver Rental Housing plan gets voted down Guest: Lisa Dominato, ABC Vancouver City Councillor If the budget doesn't pass, could there be an election? Guest: Genevieve Tellier, Professor at the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa and Treasurer of the Canadian Study of Parliament Group Why is the CRA so terrible at doing its job? Guest: Vern Kirshna, Professor of Common Law at the University of Ottawa, and widely recognized national tax expert Canada Lagging behind other nations in healthcare needs Guest: Nadeem Esmail, the Fraser Institute's health policy director North Vancouver is giving away free trees Guest: Erika Nassichuk, North Vancouver environmental protection officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Pardy is professor of law at Queen's University, senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and executive director of Rights Probe. We discuss the tyranny hidden within Canadian society and government, the prospects for an independent Alberta, and why Alberta will need to purge itself of the Canadian identity should it ever achieve independence.Read Bruce's Constitution for an Independent Alberta:https://c2cjournal.ca/2025/09/articles-of-freedom-what-the-constitution-of-an-independent-alberta-should-look-likeFollow Bruce on X:https://x.com/pardybruceFollow Brave New Normal on X, Substack and audio streamers:https://linktr.ee/bnnpod This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bravenewnormal.substack.com/subscribe

On this Labour Day episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims pulls back the curtain on the noisy rhetoric that dominates this holiday. While union bosses lead parades and issue warnings that government services will be “cut to the bone,” Canadians deserve to hear the truth about who really represents workers. Kris explains the key difference between trade unions—the carpenters, boilermakers, and plumbers who work with their hands—and government unions like PSAC, which represent bureaucrats inside Ottawa. Trade unions fight for the people who build and fix things. Government unions fight for bigger bureaucracies, higher taxes, and more members on the payroll. Canadians are already paying a steep price. According to calculations highlighted by the Fraser Institute, the average worker loses more than 40 percent of their paycheque to taxes. That means less money for families to buy food, pay rent, or save for the future—while Ottawa keeps growing larger. Since 2015, the federal bureaucracy has ballooned by nearly 100,000 positions, yet services like passports and immigration processing have only gotten worse. Joining Kris is Brian Lilley, political columnist at the Toronto Sun and host of the Full Comment podcast. Brian has spent decades covering politics in Ottawa and Queen's Park. He explains why skilled trades are shifting away from the NDP and toward the Conservatives, what's really going on with Mark Carney's so-called budget “cuts,” and how government departments use scare tactics—threatening to close libraries, parks, or even the RCMP Musical Ride—to block meaningful restraint. The two also discuss how the CBC continues to dodge accountability—refusing to disclose how much taxpayer money is spent on advertising, and hiding how many Canadians actually subscribe to its Gem streaming app. Brian shares his insights on why CBC stonewalls access-to-information requests and how its management culture differs from standard newsrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims breaks down the growing revolt against the federal government's electric vehicle sales mandate. Despite warnings from Canadian automakers that the policy will drive up costs and kill jobs, Ottawa is refusing to budge. Industry officials say there's been no willingness to relent on the aggressive EV sales quotas, even as internal talks continue behind closed doors. And how does ‘conservative' Premier Doug Ford both support billions in subsidies while criticizing the Liberals' EV mandates? Plus, Canadian Taxpayers Federation federal director Franco Terrazzano joins the show to break down a new Fraser Institute report showing taxes remain the single biggest household expense — bigger than food, housing, or transportation. Kris and Franco ask: Why is the government doubling down on expensive mandates while Canadian families struggle to get by? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conservative MPs Andrew Lawton and Tamara Jansen have introduced a bill to block the expansion of Canada's assisted dying rules to include mental illness as a sole condition. Canadians face a heavier financial burden as federal and provincial debt is projected to hit nearly $2.3 trillion this year, according to a new Fraser Institute report. An internal government document shows the Liberal government knew that stopping electric vehicle subsidies would immediately tank sales. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Walid Tamtam! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a joint episode with the International Solidarity Pod, hosts Ashwin and Jessa breakdown Canadian PM Mark Carney's first 100(ish) days in office.Together they go over the details, context and implications of controversial legislation already passed, promised made and foreign policy positions taken by the banker turned politician.Topics covered:Bill C5 (@8 mins)Bill C2, The Stronger Borders Act (@27 min)NATO / Military Spending (@46 min)Foreign Policy (@1h3min)On top of highlighting what the Liberals have been up to, we go over the resistance mounting to these changes and what the Left's role could (or should) be. More Resources: The Maple: Canada Sold $18.9 Million Of Military Goods To Israel, Despite ‘Pause'Joint Statement by the Hague Group on the Conclusion of the Emergency Conference on Palestine at the Bogotá Conference, in Bogotá, Republic of Colombia, from 15 to 16 July 2025 - DIRCOCMPAC: On PM Carney's Remarks on Zionist Palestinian StateOttawa Citizen: Carney Spending and Public Service CutsAPTN News: New NATO Spending GlobalNews: Carney and the Golden DomeNational Virtual Forum on Bill C-5, the Building Canada Act - Assembly of First NationsCBC: BC NDP Bill 15As mentioned (and rebutted): Fraser Institute on Bill C5Bill C-5 (45-1) - First Reading - One Canadian Economy Act - Parliament of CanadaOpenMedia: Over 300 Organizations Unite to Demand Complete Withdrawal of Bill C-2Bill C2Migrant Rights Network Condemns Bill C-2's Anti-Refugee & Mass Deportation Provisions - Migrant Rights NetworkThe Orchard: Carney Bends the Knee to Trump (Bill 2)Journal of International SolidarityAll 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

Bruce Pardy is a professor of law at Queen's University, executive director of Rights Probe, and a senior fellow at the Fraser Institute. A classically liberal legal scholar, he critiques legal progressivism, social justice, and the discretionary administrative state. His work focuses on environmental law, climate change, energy policy, property and tort theory, human rights, university governance, free markets, and the rule of law.Jeffrey R.W. Rath is an Alberta-based lawyer with over 34 years of experience, primarily known for his work in Indigenous rights, treaty law, environmental law, and constitutional litigation. He is a prominent advocate for Alberta separatism, co-founding the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP), which pushes for a referendum on Alberta's independence from Canada.To watch the Full Cornerstone Forum: https://open.substack.com/pub/shaunnewmanpodcastGet your voice heard: Text Shaun 587-217-8500Silver Gold Bull Links:Website: https://silvergoldbull.ca/Email: SNP@silvergoldbull.comText Grahame: (587) 441-9100Bow Valley Credit UnionWebsite: www.BowValleycu.comEmail: welcome@BowValleycu.com Prophet River Links:Use the code “SNP” on all ordersWebsite: store.prophetriver.com/Email: SNP@prophetriver.com

Bruce Pardy is a professor of law at Queen's University, executive director of Rights Probe, and a senior fellow at the Fraser Institute. A classically liberal legal scholar, he critiques legal progressivism, social justice, and the discretionary administrative state. His work focuses on environmental law, climate change, energy policy, property and tort theory, human rights, university governance, free markets, and the rule of law. He advocates for equal application of the law, negative rights, private property, limited government, and separation of powers. Pardy has taught in Canada, the US, and New Zealand, practiced civil litigation in Toronto, and served on the Ontario Environmental Review Tribunal. He is a vocal commentator on civil liberties, notably co-creating the Free North Declaration to protect rights against COVID-19 overreach. His writings appear in traditional and online media, including a Substack newsletter, First Principles.To watch the Full Cornerstone Forum: https://open.substack.com/pub/shaunnewmanpodcastGet your voice heard: Text Shaun 587-217-8500Silver Gold Bull Links:Website: https://silvergoldbull.ca/Email: SNP@silvergoldbull.comText Grahame: (587) 441-9100Bow Valley Credit UnionWebsite: www.BowValleycu.comEmail: welcome@BowValleycu.com Use the code “SNP” on all ordersProphet River Links:Website: store.prophetriver.com/Email: SNP@prophetriver.com

Roger welcomes Robert Lawson, economist, author, and director of the Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom at Southern Methodist University. Lawson is the co-author of “Socialism Sucks: Two Economists Drink Their Way Through the Unfree World.”In this episode, they discuss Lawson's firsthand observations from socialist regimes including Venezuela, Cuba, and North Korea and how central planning continues to fail the people living under it. They explore the dangerous appeal of socialism in modern political discourse, the real differences between Scandinavian welfare states and actual socialist systems, and why economic freedom remains essential to human flourishing. Plus, they highlight the power (and unfortunate rarity) of an engaging and accessible economics education that equips students with a lifelong understanding of how the world works.Robert Lawson is a founding co-author of the Fraser Institute's Economic Freedom of the World annual report, which presents an economic freedom index for over 160 countries tracking which nations thrive—and which collapse—based on policy choices. He received the 2025 TFAS Gary M. Walton Award for Excellence in Economic Education.The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS president Roger Ream and produced by Podville Media. If you have a comment or question for the show, please email us at podcast@TFAS.org. To support TFAS and its mission, please visit TFAS.org/support.Support the show

In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Angelo interviews Mark Zacharias, the Executive Director of Clean Energy Canada. The discussion centers around a rebuttal to an article published by the Fraser Institute, which claimed that renewable energy is going to be significantly more expensive than anticipated. Mark Zacharias addresses three main arguments presented in the Fraser Institute article: Renewable Energy Costs: The article suggests that renewable energy drives up costs and is intermittent, making electricity grids less reliable. Mark counters this by highlighting examples from jurisdictions like South Australia and Iowa, where the transition to renewable energy has led to lower electricity costs. He notes that in Alberta, recent renewable energy procurements have resulted in power bids as low as $0.05 per kilowatt hour, significantly cheaper than the retail electricity rates. Impact of Climate Policies on the Grid: The article argues that climate policies, such as EV sales mandates and natural gas bans, will overwhelm the electricity grid. Mark refutes this by explaining that EVs have a minimal impact on grid demand and can even contribute to grid stability through vehicle-to-grid technologies. He also emphasizes the efficiency of heat pumps compared to traditional heating methods, which can lead to overall energy savings. Electricity Imports and Structural Deficits: The article claims that Canada's reliance on electricity imports indicates a structural deficit. Mark clarifies that while British Columbia has imported power during droughts, this practice allows for strategic management of resources and has resulted in significant profits from power trading. He argues that imports can be beneficial and do not signify a failure of the grid. Throughout the conversation, Mark emphasizes the importance of updated information and the need to move beyond outdated narratives about renewable energy. He advocates for a future where clean energy is not only viable but also economically advantageous, countering the misconceptions perpetuated by the Fraser Institute's article. Clean Energy Canada: https://cleanenergycanada.org/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down in-person with Canadian lawyer Bruce Pardy and podcaster Konstantin Kisin. They discuss Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Bill C-63 (aka The Online Harms Act), what powers it gives to the government, what rights it strips from citizens, and why even Americans should be concerned.Bruce Pardy is executive director of Rights Probe, a law and liberty thinktank, and professor of law at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. He is a lawyer, academic, columnist, and outspoken critic of the illiberal managerial state, fighting at the front lines of the culture war inside the law. Bruce writes for the National Post, Epoch Times, and the Brownstone Institute, among others, and serves as senior fellow at the Fraser Institute, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. He has taught at law schools in Canada, the United States and New Zealand, practiced civil litigation in Toronto, and served as adjudicator and mediator on the Ontario Environmental Tribunal. The legal ground, Bruce has written, is shifting beneath our feet. The individual is losing to the collective. An ever-expanding bureaucracy regulates life from cradle to grave, including private behavior and speech, in the name of common good. The law has become discretionary, arbitrary, and unequal. The end of Western liberal civilization, as we have known it, is conceivable. Konstantin Kisin is a Russian-British satirist, social commentator, and co-host of the TRIGGERnometry Youtube show. He is also the author of “An Immigrant's Love Letter to the West,” a Sunday Times bestseller. He has written for several publications, including Quillette, The Spectator, The Daily Telegraph, and Standpoint, on issues relating to tech censorship, woke culture, comedy, and other topics, but he currently publishes articles on his popular Substack. Kisin made headlines in 2018 when he refused to sign a "safe space contract" to perform comedy at a British college and again in 2023 when he participated in an Oxford Union debate on the motion of "This House Believes Woke Culture Has Gone Too Far." His speech at the debate received viral attention and has been seen by over 100 million people around the world.  - Links - 2024 tour details can be found here https://jordanbpeterson.com/events    Peterson Academy https://petersonacademy.com/    For Bruce Pardy: On X https://twitter.com/pardybruce?lang=en  For Konstantin Kisin: TRIGGERnometry Podcast    / @triggerpod   Substack https://konstantinkisin.substack.com/ Twitter https://twitter.com/KonstantinKisin?r...