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In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of WOMENdontDOthat, Stephanie Mitton sits down with political strategist, media commentator, and working mom Jordan Leichnitz, to explore the messy, meaningful intersections of career ambition, motherhood, and leadership. From her early days in activism to the adrenaline of Parliament Hill, Jordan shares how she carved out a purpose-driven career without losing sight of her values—or her kids. They discuss the myth of balance, the reality of raising children while building a career, and how letting go of perfectionism can be the key to keeping it all going. Whether you're navigating politics, parenting, or both, this candid conversation is filled with real talk, hard-won advice, and inspiration to help you redefine success on your own terms.Jordan Leichnitz is an Ottawa-based political consultant with two decades of experience in progressive political strategy and campaigns at the federal, provincial and municipal level. She spent ten years on Parliament Hill working in senior strategy positions for four Leaders of the New Democratic Party of Canada, including serving as Deputy Chief of Staff, overseeing platform and policy development, and handling issues management for the parliamentary caucus. Since 2020, Jordan has served as the Canada Program Manager for the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, an international German political foundation affiliated with the social democratic party. She is a frequent media commentator on federal and provincial politics and a panelist on The Curse of Politics. Jordan holds a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Ottawa, and lives in Ottawa with her partner and two young children.Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatRecommend guests: https://www.womendontdothat.com/Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatRecommend guests: https://www.womendontdothat.com/How to find WOMENdontDOthat:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/TikTok- http://www.tiktok.com/@womendontdothatBlog- https://www.womendontdothat.com/blogPodcast- https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcastNewsletter- https://www.beaconnorthstrategies.com/contactwww.womendontdothat.comYouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@WOMENdontDOthatHow to find Stephanie Mitton:Twitter/X- https://twitter.com/StephanieMittonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemitton/beaconnorthstrategies.comTikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@stephmittonInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemitton/Interested in sponsorship? Contact us at hello@womendontdothat.comOur Latest Blog: https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/my-advice-to-moms-on-mother-s-day

This week on Open Sources Guelph, we're making a sad face. Not just about the condition of our New Democratic Party, but also because there's another flashpoint in the world that's using violent means to reach violent ends. At least everything local is cool, right? Well, not so fast, because we have another guest from city council who will be stopping by to set us straight. This Thursday, May 15, at 5 pm, Scotty Hertz and Adam A. Donaldson will discuss: Kashmir. In a violent world, the disputed region between India and Pakistan might be among the most violent and it certainly looked that way again when the two countries started attacking each other last week following a terrorist attack in the India-controlled portion. Keep in mind, these are two nuclear powers, and they've been fighting each other for almost 80 years, so why is this latest provocation so dangerous and what do both sides in this conflict hope to get out of it? The Dip. The federal NDP was routed in the election a few weeks, and are now leaderless with seven seats in the House. And yes, while many people strategically voted Liberal, many more formally NDP seats in working class ridings in Ontario and B.C. went to the Conservatives. So what the heck happened, and how does the NDP climb back to official party? We will discuss what the New Democrats have to do to appeal to their base again, and why what they have been doing, isn't working. System of a Downer. It's been a busy few weeks at city council. More discussion about the state of housing, a new plan to tackle climate change, new legislation from the provincial government, a potential issue with fees around a student residence, and a new vacancy in Ward 6. That's a lot to figure out so we've recruited a very experienced and well-spoken guest to help us make sense of it all. Ward 5 City Councillor Cathy Downer will join us to lend some insight from the council chambers! Open Sources is live on CFRU 93.3 fm and cfru.ca at 5 pm on Thursday.

The New Democratic Party needs a bold, democratic renewal—but insiders appear to want a short, rigged race to lock in the status quo.Desmond Cole and Martin Lukacs discuss the consultant class's grip on the party, and what a different kind of NDP might look like. 

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, TikTok Canada and Historica Canada. Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! I'm genuinely excited to have this man on the show for a conversation that's both of the moment, and critical. Naheed Nenshi, Leader of the Alberta NDP, is here.(Note: Since recording this episode, we've since been in contact with Premier Smith's Office and are hopeful to schedule that conversation soon).You know all about Mr. Nenshi and his powerful political brand. Former 3-term Mayor of Calgary. Named best Mayor in the World in 2014! Winner of the Alberta NDP Leadership on the first ballot about a year ago, with over 86% of the vote.He upped that to almost 90% in a leadership review just last weekend at the party's annual convention. Today, we'll talk more about his bio, background, and his decision to join the NDP. And then, the issues du jour ... Western alienation, Alberta separatism, and legitimate grievances about oil and gas. And also, what exactly is his argument to replace Premier Smith?Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

In 2018, the Federal Cannabis Act was proclaimed. This federal act gave the provinces many of the responsibilities of managing the recreational use of cannabis. Although the recreational consumption of cannabis became legal throughout Canada, the Manitoba conservative government of 2018 placed several restrictions on cannabis, including not allowing Manitobans to grow cannabis at home. This despite our neighbors in Saskatchewan and Ontario being allow to grow their 4 plants at home as laid out in the federal act.As of May 1, 2025 the New Democratic Party government, made some changes to the Manitoban cannabis regulations. In this episode Amanda Creasy, MBA, a Director within the Liquor Cannabis Gaming Authority (LCGA), discusses the new Manitoba regulations. She explains the rational for the changes that were made and also why other changes were not made. Have a listen to discover how Manitobans can now grow four indoor plants and why the prohibition of public consumption of cannabis remains.LGCA Cannabis Site - WebsiteAmanda Creasy, MBA - LinkedInAdditional Music:Desiree Dorion desireedorion.comMarc Clement - FacebookTranscripts, papers and so much more at: reefermed.ca

Welcome back to another power-packed episode of Tank Talks! Matt Cohen is once again joined by John Ruffolo to break down one of the most divisive and impactful elections in Canadian history. From Alberta's fury and NDP's collapse to the growing political alignment on tech policy, this episode peels back the layers on what just happened and what's coming next.* The shocking downfall of Jagmeet Singh and the NDP* Mark Carney's debut win and what it means for national unity* Alberta's boiling anger and the risk of Western alienation* The truth behind Microsoft's AI revenue surge and whether it's smoke and mirrors* Why tech leaders are finally seeing political alignment in OttawaElection Earthquake: Liberals Win, But is it Really a Minority? (00:02:00)Canada's 2025 federal election saw Mark Carney's Liberals clinch 169 seats, just three short of a majority. But is this really a minority government?John's take: Treat it like a majority. No one wants another election, and Carney may hold power longer than expected, possibly 12 to 24 months of clear runway. But the NDP collapse and talk of MP defections are setting the stage for high-stakes political bargaining.The NDP Implodes: Jagmeet Singh Steps Down (00:02:43)The New Democratic Party faces political extinction, just 6% of the vote and seven seats, losing official party status for the first time in decades.John's take: Expect backroom deals. Whether it's extending party status or poaching MPs, the Liberals may offer the NDP a lifeline in exchange for quiet support. But it's a risky game and could backfire with voters.Alberta's Fury: Is Western Alienation Back? (00:07:52)Premier Danielle Smith is fuming, warning that Alberta may escalate demands if its economic interests aren't prioritized. With 34 out of 37 seats going Conservative, Alberta feels ignored, again.John's take: Their frustration is justified. Ottawa's refusal to discuss pipelines or LNG is alienating a province that bankrolls the nation. If Alberta walks, Canada loses its economic engine.Tech's Policy Wish List: Capital Gains, AI, and Procurement (00:11:26)Canadian tech leaders wasted no time, issuing a post-election call to action: reform capital gains, support Canadian-built tech, and invest in AI infrastructure.John's take: The time for polite advocacy is over. With both Liberals and Conservatives aligning on major innovation policy, the opportunity for real progress has never been better, if egos don't get in the way.Surprise Unity: Liberals & Conservatives Align on Innovation (00:12:24)Despite the heated rhetoric, the two leading parties are shockingly aligned on digital strategy, immigration reform, and even open banking.John's take: There's nearly 80% overlap. Both parties want economic growth through tax relief, fast-tracked infrastructure, and internal free trade. Entrepreneurs are leading the charge, it's time politicians caught up.Microsoft's AI Playbook: Real Money or Recycled Revenue? (00:15:24)Microsoft's stock jumps as AI revenues appear to surge, but is it genuine growth or just a repackaged Office 365 price hike?John's take: Be skeptical. Most of the new revenue might just be legacy SaaS customers forced into higher prices. Until there's clear evidence of fresh, net-new AI revenue, it's mostly smart marketing.The AI Gold Rush: Are Startups Actually Winning? (00:18:12)John questions whether AI startups are truly reaping rewards or just helping Big Tech inflate its margins. And with hyperscalers spending tens of billions, pressure is mounting to prove the returns are real.John's take: Don't confuse exploratory pilot projects with actual adoption. Many corporates are still in “test mode,” and unless startups can prove long-term value, they risk getting left behind in an AI bubble.As Canada redefines its political and economic future, this episode offers unfiltered insights into what's really going on in Ottawa, Alberta, and Silicon Valley North. If you're a founder, investor, or policy leader, this is essential listening.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

pWotD Episode 2919: 2025 Canadian federal election Welcome to Popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 1,195,203 views on Tuesday, 29 April 2025 our article of the day is 2025 Canadian federal election.The 2025 Canadian federal election was held on April 28, 2025, to elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament. The writs of election were issued on March 23, 2025, after Governor General Mary Simon accepted a request to dissolve parliament from Prime Minister Mark Carney. This was the first election to use a new 343-seat electoral map based on the 2021 Canadian census. The main topics of the election campaign were the cost of living, housing, crime, the industrial carbon tax, and most notably tariffs and annexation threats by U. S. President Donald Trump.The Liberal Party have won the election as a minority government. It is the fourth consecutive Liberal government and third consecutive Liberal minority government after its victories in 2015, 2019, and 2021. The Liberal Party is also estimated to have won the popular vote, in contrast to the Conservative Party winning the popular vote in the 2019 and 2021 election. Both Liberals and Conservatives increased their polling, while the other parties all lost ground and the NDP lost party status for the first time since 1993. This is the first election since 2000 where the Liberals polled over 40 percent; the first since 1988 where the Conservatives had done so; and the first time since 1930 where both had passed that threshold. The Liberals also won the largest share of the popular vote for any party since the Progressive Conservatives' landslide victory in the 1984 election, it was also the worst result for the New Democratic Party since they were founded in 1961, receiving just over 6 percent of the popular vote and winning only 7 seats.The result was a stunning reversal of polling trends which lasted from mid-2023 to January 2025, which had projected a Conservative majority government. Carney's replacement of Trudeau as Liberal leader played a key role in this turnabout: thanks to his extensive experience as a central banker and his perceived competence, Carney was seen as better suited to handle the trade war launched by the U. S. and other major economic issues.Three leaders of parties represented in Parliament lost the elections for their seats: Pierre Poilievre of the Conservative Party (to Bruce Fanjoy), Jagmeet Singh of the New Democratic Party, and Jonathan Pedneault, the co-leader of the Green Party. Poilievre had held his riding for seven consecutive terms, being first elected in 2004, and his defeat was a notable shock and upset for the Conservatives, despite them receiving their best result since 1988. Despite the Liberal Party faring well in the election, one sitting minister in Carney's government lost re-election, Health Minister Kamal Khera.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:02 UTC on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.For the full current version of the article, see 2025 Canadian federal election on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm long-form Danielle.

The Liberals under Mark Carney have won a fourth consecutive term. With another minority government the Liberals will need to find allies to pass their legislative agenda.For the Conservatives... the dust is still settling. They had some big breakthroughs where they needed them, and they got the largest share of the popular vote in the party's history. But they failed to form a government. And leader Pierre Poilievre lost his own seat.The New Democratic Party will be looking for a new leader, after Jagmeet Singh lost his own seat and announced his intention to resign. The NDP suffered a historic defeat, losing official party status.Plus… Trump marks 100 days in office, and more.

Today on the show we talk about the final days of the campaign and cover everything from what campaign workers are hearing door-to-door, to questions from urban Indigenous communities and more. GUESTS Ben Wheaton, campaign worker for the Liberal Party of Canada; Kristina Ennis, campaign worker for the Conservative Party of Canada; Yvonne Earle, campaign worker for the New Democratic Party; Chad Bedard, manager of Knowledge Mobilization with First Light

The left is in crisis. Having adapted themselves to the capitalist establishment, both the New Democratic Party and Quebec solidaire fail to inspire. The NDP is headed for its worst electoral defeat in a generation and QS is 5th place in the polls and their leader, Gabriel Nadeau Dubois has now resigned.This week, Joel Bergman is joined by Julien Arseneau to discuss what this all means.Read about the crisis in Québec solidaire: https://www.marxist.ca/article/quebec-the-significance-of-gabriel-nadeau-duboiss-resignationIf you agree with our ideas and want to fight for communism, join us! https://www.marxist.ca/join

#podcast #politics #democrats #DemocraticParty #ElonMusk #Fasicsm #MAGA #Republicans #Trump #AOC #BernieSanders #Progressives #Medicare #Medicaid #SocialSecurity #WorkingClass #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #CorporateAuthoritarianism #ElissaSlotkin #leftoflansing Here's the Left of Lansing "Monday Musing" for March 17, 2025! Senate Democrats, led by New York Senator Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, voted with the entire Republican Senate majority to pass a six-months spending bill, essentially giving Dear Leader Trump and co-President Elon Musk the power to gut essential services for working class Americans while enriching the corporate donor class.  This has led to a fight within the Democratic Party, and it's a fight for very soul of what The Party used to stand for: strong working class values.  Please, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can! leftoflansing@gmail.com Left of Lansing is now on YouTube as well! leftoflansing.com "‘Absolutely ridiculous': Democrats seethe at Schumer for backing GOP spending bill." By Minho Kim of The New York Times "Bernie Sanders draws 10,000 supporters to Warren for a ‘Fight Oligarchy' rally." By Andrew Roth of Michigan Advance

“ Fatherhood will open up your heart in a whole different way. And make you emotional in a beautiful way, and I feel like this is something that we can embrace” - Jagmeet SinghOur special guest today on 2 Dads 1 Car is Jagmeet Singh, a proud girl dad of two and the leader of Canada's New Democratic Party. Jagmeet is someone who I've admired from afar. He has been on my dream guest list since we started this podcast, and I'm so incredibly grateful for this opportunity to chat 1-on-1 with Jagmeet.In this episode, Jagmeet discusses the relationship between his roles as a father, a husband, a son, and a community leader. Through stories about being intentional about greeting others, cooking for his family, and traveling with his family across Canada, Jagmeet offers insights on how to blend career, community, and personal life, and how that can breed authenticity and intentionality in fatherhood.Thank you so much to Jagmeet for taking time out of a busy schedule to speak with us! Please visit our website at 2dads1car.com, and check our Instagram page for the latest updates. I hope you love this episode!Credits:Podcast Guest: Jagmeet SinghPodcast Host: Steven NgoPodcast Producer: Baron Hsueh

-- On the Show: -- Jagmeet Singh, Leader of the New Democratic Party in the Canadian House of Commons, joins David to discuss Donald Trump's tariffs threats, how Canada should retaliate, and much more -- Exploring the tragic reality of "engineered incompetence" in this new Trump administration -- Donald Trump's immigration raids reportedly start today -- Donald Trump has blanket pardoned about 1500 January 6 rioters -- Within minutes of being sworn in, Donald Trump delivers absolute horror in the Oval Office -- Donald Trump works quickly to try to erase as much of what President Joe Biden did as possible during his first day as President in this second term -- Donald Trump confirms that Joe Biden was right to issue pre-emptive pardons when he claims that Nancy Pelosi committed crimes -- Elon Musk appears to give a Nazi salute during a post-inauguration event -- CNN attempts to sanewash Donald Trump, clearly desperate to maintain access to him -- A MAGA caller to a Las Vegas radio station wildly attacks David Pakman -- Drudge Report prominently promotes David's editorial article about the new tech oligarchy under Trump -- Vivek Ramaswamy already appears to be getting pushed out of Donald Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE -- Nobody can handle being wrong anymore, and it's a real problem -- David explains that he wants Donald Trump's presidency to succeed, for the good of the country -- On the Bonus Show: White House puts diversity staff on paid leave, and much more...

Send us a textDEFINITELY NOT YOUR TYPICAL POLITICAL PODCAST. TIME FOR PART 2 OF MY BLUEPRINT FOR THE NEW DEMOCRATIC PARTY. I CONTINUE THE DISCUSSION CHARTING THE WAY FORWARD FOR DEMOCRATS. I START BY ANSWERING THE MOST DIFFICULT QUESTION. HOW TO DEAL WITH DONALD TRUMP. TO BE CIVIL OR NOT TO BE CIVIL, THAT IS THE QUESTION. I OFFER MY ADVICE ALONG WITH OTHER SOLUTIONS SOME IN THE PARTY MAY WANT TO CONSIDER. PLEASE COPY AND PASTE THE EPISODE ON SOCIAL MEDIA, AND BE SURE TO RATE AND FOLLOW ON APPLE PODCAST AND SPOTIFY.

Send us a textTHE BEST POLITICAL PODCAST FOR PEOPLE WHO HATE POLITICS. THIS EPISODE I LAY IT ALL OUT FOR THE DEMOCRATS. WHERE THINGS WENT WRONG IN THE VERY BEGINNING. THE VOICES IN THE PARTY THAT ARE HURTING DEMOCRATS THE MOST. WHAT CHANGES NEED TO BE MADE GOING FORWARD. I ONLY SCRATCHED THE SURFACE WITH THIS EPISODE, BUT IT'S A GOOD START. MORE TO COME SOON. PLEASE FOLLOW RATE AND SHARE ON APPLE PODCAST AND SPOTIFY.

A panel of those involved with the three major political parties gave us their takes on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step aside. The panel includes Liberal MP Ken McDonald, Women's Progressive Conservative Association president Kristina Ennis, and federal New Democratic Party president Mary Shortall.

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Our bodies are on the ballot, and our choice are on the line. In this episode, right before the US presidential election, we discuss one of the most pressing issues in Canada and the US: women's bodies and the right to choose. We sit down to discuss this issue with the Leader of the New Democratic Party, Jagmeet Singh. Some might think it is a silly choice on our behalf to speak to a man about abortion rights---but this is purposeful. Men need to speak out and stand in solidarity with us, be allies and agents of disruption in the face of other men who are trying to suppress our voices. And Canada, think again if you think we cannot lose our rights here--The CPC has proposed many anti-choice bills. We say for Canada too, "We will not go back"! Listen to this most crucial episode, and please vote! Thank you to our episode sponsor, TMU School of Medicine! In summer 2025, Toronto Metropolitan University's new School of Medicine will officially open its doors and begin shaping a new generation of doctors. Through a bold new approach to medical education, we will train future-ready doctors who are dedicated to delivering primary care to those who need it most. Our doctors will come from our communities and work with our communities to improve health and wellbeing. They will disrupt and drive change within the healthcare system for the benefit of our communities all across Canada. And they will advance our shared vision to build a healthier, more equitable world. The TMU School of Medicine will welcome its first cohort of residents in summer 2025 across 17 residency programs, including seven in family medicine and ten in generalist specialties. MD students will follow in September 2025, pending successful preliminary accreditation by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools. Visit torontomu.ca/school-of-medicine to learn more. Thank you to our episode sponsor, healthcareproviders.ca! Attention, hospital employees, retirees and HR in Canada! Picture this: a benefit plan designed for casual and part-time hospital employees and retirees who aren't covered by their hospital's group health plan. Introducing Healthcare Providers Group Insurance Plan – a friendly partner dedicated to your health and wellbeing! With affordable plan premiums and an exceptional support team, Healthcare Providers, also known as HCP, is dedicated to helping you every step of the way. Enrolling is easy, and you'll have access to a wide range of health and basic dental benefits from day one. Already have coverage through your spouse? HCP still has your back! For less than $32 a month, the Signature Package, which includes Life, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death, Disease & Dismemberment, provides valuable income protection and peace of mind for the unexpected. Take charge of your health and financial security today. Visit healthcareproviders.ca to learn more! Order our Book, The Wisdom Of Nurses! Leave us a review on Amazon! https://www.harpercollins.ca/97814434... https://www.grittynurse.com/ YouTube:    / @grittynursepodcast   Facebook:   / grittynurse   Instagram:   / gritty.nurse.podcast   Twitter:   / grittynurse   LinkedIn:   / grittynurse    

With the election just one week away, housing remains a pivotal issue for voters across Canada. This week, we take a close look at the New Democratic Party's (NDP) housing policy, following last week's review of the Conservative Party's platform. The NDP's 66-page action plan is packed with ambitious goals, focusing primarily on improving affordability for first-time buyers. One of their key initiatives allows first-time homebuyers to pay only 60% of a home's price upfront, with the remaining 40% deferred until the home is sold or 25 years have passed. This program also offers government-backed supplementary financing, making it easier for Canadians to enter the market. In addition, the Attainable Housing Initiative (AHI) seeks to ease the burden of market-priced homes by funding 40% of the costs for 25,000 new units, particularly on Indigenous lands.While the NDP's proposals aim to increase access to housing, they do little to address the root cause of the affordability crisis—soaring home prices. For example, even with the government's assistance, buying a $620,000 studio or a $1.3 million two-bedroom unit in Vancouver remains daunting. Some argue that the plan, while helpful for thousands of families, fails to lower the overall cost of homes, especially in cities like Vancouver, where prices are already hugely inflated compared to other North American markets. The NDP's strategy is focused on making market-priced homes more accessible, but it doesn't tackle the larger issue of the unsustainable growth in housing costs.In other housing-related news, the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has announced a new policy that allows homeowners to add suites to their properties with up to 90% loan-to-value financing, set to launch in 2025. This move is part of an effort to increase housing density, but with a $2 million property value cap, its impact may be limited in high-cost areas. Meanwhile, rental rates have fluctuated across the country, with notable decreases in cities like Vancouver and Burnaby, while places like Quebec City and Saskatoon saw rent increases. Mortgage arrears are also on the rise, hitting 0.2% nationwide, the highest since May 2021, signaling growing financial pressures on homeowners.Speaking more to rental rates, they have shown significant decreases across several major Canadian cities. Vancouver saw an 11% drop year-over-year for both one- and two-bedroom units, and Burnaby registered similar declines. However, Quebec City and Saskatoon experienced price hikes, with one-bedroom rents rising by 22%. This fluctuation in rental prices suggests that affordability issues continue to evolve across different regions, with some areas benefiting from decreased demand while others face rising costs.As housing continues to be a central concern for many Canadians, both the NDP and Conservative platforms offer paths toward improved accessibility. However, neither party has yet introduced a comprehensive plan to lower home prices significantly. Voters must weigh whether these measures—focused on providing access rather than addressing affordability at its core—are sufficient in tackling Canada's housing crisis as they prepare to cast their ballots. Tune in and find out how we feel about the NDP platform. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris agree on the ground rules for their upcoming debate, the US sanctions several Russians for allegedly meddling in this year's election, Canada's New Democratic Party ends its governance deal with Justin Trudeau's government, China offers Africa $51B in new funding, a wildfire destroys 20% of the National Forest of Brasilia, a gunman is killed near the Israeli consulate in Munich, Meta allows ‘from the river to the sea' posts on its platforms, the GOP subpoenas Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over a COVID fraud scheme, Kamala Harris proposes a $50K small business tax deduction, and the US, UK, and EU sign the first-ever legally binding international AI treaty. Sources: verity.news

Peter Julian, the House leader for the New Democratic Party, speaks with Peter Mazereeuw about the upcoming return of Parliament, the NDP's supply and confidence agreement with the Liberals, and more. 

This week on rabble radio, rabble editor Nick Seebruch joins Josh Bizjak, executive director of the Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation, to talk about the history of the organization and current research projects and initiatives.  Josh Bizjak was the founding director of development at the Broadbent Institute until joining the Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation in January 2021, as the executive director. In his past role, he was instrumental in the Broadbent Institute's financial success and growth over the past decade. In 2018, Bizjak was senior advisor to the national director of Canada's New Democratic Party under the leadership of Jagmeet Singh, and served in this position until 2021.  To learn more about how the DCL partners with rabble, be sure to check out the Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellowship page on rabble.ca. And, to discover the current research projects and initiatives of the DCL, be sure to visit douglascoldwelllayton.ca/.  If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, 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. 

What's the downside for Justin Trudeau in calling a first minister's conference? What's he got to lose? On the day the NDP leader begins to back away from the Liberal's carbon pricing policy, we have a serious discussion about the pros and cons of having a televised conference to address the differences between the country's prime minister, premiers and territorial leaders. Chantal and Bruce have their say.

The Pharmacare Act, recently introduced in the House of Commons, serves as the foundational framework for the proposed national Pharmacare program in Canada. Guest: Don Davies, Federal Critic of Health Care for the New Democratic Party of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: What happened to BC's Aquarian Foundation? In the early 20th century, British Columbia attracted individuals seeking spiritual escape and utopia, and one such figure was Brother XII, also known as Edward Arthur Wilson. Promoting a message of universal brotherhood and societal collapse, Brother XII gained a following in BC, leading to the establishment of the Aquarian Foundation in 1927. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Seg 2: Common things that people say, but are actually rude. Is it rude to congratulate someone for having lost weight? It seems like it would be a nice compliment, but maybe it's not? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: Decriminalization and Safe Supply are under fire Oregon is reversing its direction with the State house and senate both passing legislation to re-criminalize possession of small amounts of drugs. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 4: Will Pharmacare benefit BC? The Pharmacare Act, recently introduced in the House of Commons, serves as the foundational framework for the proposed national Pharmacare program in Canada. Guest: Don Davies, Federal Critic of Health Care for the New Democratic Party of Canada Seg 5: Legislation is not the way to keep kids safe on the internet. Is there a way to protect kids online, while also ensuring privacy and other unnecessary harms aren't introduced? Guest: David Fraser, Privacy Lawyer Seg 6: Is inaccurate government data fuelling BC's forest fires? A new study conducted in British Columbia's Interior highlights critical challenges in wildfire management due to inaccuracies in government data, particularly in representing forest fuel loads. Guest: Jen Baron, Ecologist and Researcher with the Pacific Institute of Climate Solutions Wildfire & Carbon Project and Canada Wildfire Strategic Network Seg 7: Why can't certain municipalities opt out of Short Term Rental regulations? Several municipalities in BC are resisting provincial regulations that limit short-term rentals. Despite not meeting eligibility requirements, Prince George's City Council unanimously voted to opt out of the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act. Guest: Ravi Kahlon, BC's Minister of Housing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In January, former New Democratic Party leader Ed Broadbent died at the age of 87. Outpourings of grief, respect, and gratitude followed throughout the country, culminating in a state funeral in Ottawa. Broadbent's legacy is the product of decades of tireless work as an elected representative and as an ambassador for the left at home and abroad. His commitment to justice and equality is paralleled by few in Canada, and this episode is dedicated to understanding and celebrating his service to this country and to left movements worldwide.On this episode of Open to Debate, David Moscrop talks with Luke Savage, columnist, co-host of the podcast Michael and Us, and co-author, with Ed Broadbent and others, of Seeking Social Democracy: Seven Decades in the Fight for Equality. 

A discussion is underway regarding the establishment of a grocery code of conduct aimed at stabilizing food prices within the Canadian market. Walmart Canada and Loblaw Companies Ltd. have reservations due to concerns that adopting the code may result in increased consumer prices. Guest: Alistair MacGregor, Federal Critic of Agriculture and Food Price Inflation Critic for the New Democratic Party of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The federal government has introduced a comprehensive dental care program valued at $13 billion to address the dental needs of eligible low- and middle-income Canadians. Guest: Don Davies, Federal Critic of Health Care for the New Democratic Party of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Did investigators find pieces of an intergalactic spaceship? A team of scientists used a magnetic sled to collect microscopic spherules along a meteor's path and compared them to a control region to gather microscopic spherules from the ocean floor. Guest: Dr. Avi Loeb, Frank B Baird Jr Professor of Science, Director of the Institute for Theory and Computation at the Center for Astrophysics, and Director of the Galileo Project at Harvard University Seg 2: View From Victoria: It was a park board showdown with former elected members on scene and New Democrats watching closely. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Will Canadian grocery prices ever stabilize? A discussion is underway regarding the establishment of a grocery code of conduct aimed at stabilizing food prices within the Canadian market. Walmart Canada and Loblaw Companies Ltd. have reservations due to concerns that adopting the code may result in increased consumer prices. Guest: Alistair MacGregor, Federal Critic of Agriculture and Food Price Inflation Critic for the New Democratic Party of Canada Seg 4: Can parents make their kids do homework? There's a lot of conflict these days around homework. It's also a controversial concept in some circles: some parents agree with their children being assigned homework, while others don't believe homework should be assigned at all. Guest: Karen Skinulis, Registered Psychotherapist who Specializes in Parenting Seg 5: Why is Ottawa investigating abuse in Canadian sports? The federal government, led by Sports Minister Carla Qualtrough, is taking decisive steps to address systemic abuse and human rights violations in Canadian sports. Guest: Carla Qualtrough, Canada's Minister of Sport and Physical Activity Seg 6: Should evidence from Pickton's investigation be destroyed? The call for preserving evidence in the Robert Pickton case stems from the tragic murders and disappearances of over 50 women, predominantly Indigenous, from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. Guest: Dr. Sasha Reid, Calgary Law Student and Creator of the Most Comprehensive Serial Killer Database in the World Guest: Sue Brown, Director of Advocacy and Staff Lawyer at Justice for Girls Seg 7: How does Canada's new dental-care program work? The federal government has introduced a comprehensive dental care program valued at $13 billion to address the dental needs of eligible low- and middle-income Canadians. Guest: Don Davies, Federal Critic of Health Care for the New Democratic Party of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 31, 2023, Canada 2020 brought together a group of government and business leaders, technology experts, policymakers, and innovators from across the country at our Fall Net-Zero Leadership Summit: A Pre-COP28 Stocktake for Canada. In this featured session of the summit, we join a special conversation about making our politics a positive force for climate progress rather than an obstacle, with Anne McLellan (former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources for Canada), Lisa Raitt (former Minister of Natural Resources and Minister of Transportation for Canada), Sonya Savage (former Alberta Minister of Energy), Mark Cameron (Vice President, External Relations - Pathways Alliance; former Director of Policy Research in the Prime Minister's Office), and Megan Leslie (CEO, WWF Canada; former MP and Deputy Leader of the New Democratic Party). This conversation has been lightly edited for clarity.

Jamie West joins the show today to dive into his upbringing and start into politics. Jamie also dives into the mental health crisis and how to solve the problem citizens are having that makes this country very tough to afford to live in. Connect: https://www.jamiewestmpp.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/jamiewestndp/?hl=en Born and raised in Sudbury Ontario, Jamie West is a representative of the official opposition, the New Democratic Party, and is the Member of Provincial Parliament for the Riding of Sudbury. This means that he is the official provincial voice of Sudbury and Copper Cliff at Queen's Park. He's also the critic for Labor, Training and Skills Development. Jamie loves Sudbury and is a strong voice for the community. He is proud to call it home and is a proud graduate of both Cambrian College and Laurentian University. Jamie's background includes working in the fields of mental health, construction, mining, and workplace safety. Jamie's respect for workers and everyday-people goes beyond lip service. MPP West faced poverty growing up; and he knows the importance of government and community services in ensuring that everyone has an opportunity for success. Jamie is proud of his blue-collar, working-class roots. He is a fierce advocate for human rights, and is an eternal optimist who believes in fairness and helping others. Jamie West always wants the best for others and never stops working on the issues that matter most to Ontario families. *This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission * MY CAMERA: https://amzn.to/3GQGKRf MY MICROPHONE: https://amzn.to/3X2nLc3 My Watch: https://amzn.to/3QwYNyV My Head Phones: https://amzn.to/3H0oswZ New Here: *CONNECT WITH ME THROUGH INSTAGRAM: @ https://www.instagram.com/glenyg96/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2cJr8YrI1xPPMkrYRpAfBc? si=AqVKuWuBRoaoP9iG5kMZ8g Join The Community On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LIFEAFTERHIGHSCHOOLGLEN

This episode of Hub Dialogues features Ed Broadbent, former leader of the New Democratic Party and founding chair of the Broadbent Institute, about his new, must-read book, Seeking Social Democracy: Seven Decades in the Fight for Equality.The Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large, Sean Speer, in conversation with leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers on the issues and challenges that will shape Canada's future at home and abroad. The episodes are generously supported by The Ira Gluskin And Maxine Granovsky Gluskin Charitable Foundation and the Linda Frum and Howard Sokolowski Charitable Foundation.If you like what you are hearing on Hub Dialogues consider subscribing to The Hub's free weekly email newsletter featuring our insights and analysis on key public policy issues. Sign up here: https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this 197th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens.In this episode we discuss the WHO's proposed amendments to their 2005 International Health Regulations. It's not good, as lawyer Philipp Kruse, and John Campbell, have already pointed out. These amendments, should they be approved, will mark the end of science, of democracy, and of justice. Then we discuss complexity, how to respond to complex situations, and Israel and Hamas. Our reflexes are being used to control us; life is being presented as a multiple-choice test, but we can resist that test. Finally, check out the progressive stack on the New Democratic Party convention in Canada. It's Bananas.*****Our sponsors:The Wellness Company: Services and supplements including Spike Support Formula, for vaccine injuries and long Covid. Go to twc.health/DARKHORSE to save 15% of your order.Hillsdale College: Since 1844, Hillsdale has been providing an education focused on freedom and character. Go hillsdale.edu/DARKHORSE to register for any of 39 free on-line courses.UnCruise: Get $500 off any adventure cruise on a small ship into destinations including Galapagos, Panama, Alaska, and the San Juan Islands: https://uncruise.com/pages/darkhorse/*****Join us on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.com/Heather's newsletter, Natural Selections (subscribe to get free weekly essays in your inbox): https://naturalselections.substack.comOur book, A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century, is available everywhere books are sold, including from Amazon: https://a.co/d/dunx3atCheck out our store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://darkhorsestore.org*****Q&A Link: https://rumble.com/v3pr2g0-your-questions-answered-bret-and-heather-197th-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.htmlMentioned in this episode:John Campbell on the WHO Pandemic treaty: https://youtu.be/kCoFLhDKlA4Proposed Amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005): https://apps.who.int/gb/wgihr/pdf_files/wgihr1/WGIHR_Compilation-en.pdfBret on complexity (x): https://twitter.com/bretweinstein/status/1714016367702389144A kind of winning (Natural Selections): https://naturalselections.substack.com/p/a-kind-of-winningBret's congressional testimony in 2018: https://youtu.be/uRIKJCKWla4The New Democratic Party convention in Canada: https://x.com/thecountersgnl/status/1713963950461829146Bananas (with Louise Lasser, *not* Diane Keaton): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0066808/Support the show

Sept. 27 - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologized on behalf of Parliament after a soldier who served with a Nazi unit was celebrated in the House of Commons. Power and Politics speaks with Government House Leader Karina Gould and Randall Garrison, New Democratic Party justice critic.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail. Greetings you ever-curious, Herle Burly-ites! We are chuffed – chuffed, I tell you – to have a Party big shot on the pod today! And because Party big shots are typically busy people, we're gonna get right to it. Marit Stiles, Leader of the Ontario NDP and the Official Opposition, is our guest.Just a short backgrounder here, because we'll be diving deeper into Marit's personal story on the pod: Born in Newfoundland, as so many of the best people who don't come from Saskatchewan, are. First elected in Davenport in 2018, becoming the riding's 2nd NDP MPP. A passionate advocate for public education, and a community activist, she was a Trustee for the Toronto District School Board for 4 years, beginning in 2014. She served as President of the federal New Democratic Party from 2016 to 2018. And prior to all of that, Marit was the National Director of Public Policy and Research for ACTRA, working to strengthen Canada's arts and cultural sector.So today, we're going to find out much more about who she is, what makes her tick, and why. We'll talk about NDP policy priorities and how she intends to hold Doug Ford's feet to the fire … he's just reversed himself on the Greenbelt, but does it end there? On healthcare and education … on housing affordability and rent … And then we'll get into electoral politics … what she's doing to prepare her party to win in 2026.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.

Paris Marx is joined by David Moscrop to discuss Canada's plan to make Google and Meta pay news publishers, and what might happened now that they're threatening to pull Canadian news from their platforms. David Moscrop is a freelance writer and the author of Too Dumb for Democracy?: Why We Make Bad Political Decisions and How We Can Make Better Ones. Follow David on Twitter at @David_Moscrop.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Follow the podcast (@techwontsaveus) and host Paris Marx (@parismarx) on Twitter, and support the show on Patreon.The podcast is produced by Eric Wickham and part of the Harbinger Media Network.Also mentioned in this episode:David Moscrop wrote about the larger context of the Online News Bill in his Substack newsletter.Paris also wrote about Google and Meta threatening to pull news in Canada and why Canada should take a hard line with them.Sandy Garossino wrote about how much money Google and Meta extract from Canada.Media conglomerates Postmedia and Nordstar are in talks to merge.California is also looking at a similar process to force Google and Meta to pay media in that state.On Wednesday, the Canadian government pulled advertising from Facebook and Instagram, but said Google was still talking to find a way forward. The government said it won't back down, and two opposition parties — the New Democratic Party and Bloc Quebecois — voiced their support.Support the show

Last week in Alberta, Premier Danielle Smith and the United Conservative Party held on to government in a race that was much closer than the 49-38 seat count suggests. Indeed, a small shift in votes in a handful of ridings in Calgary would have tipped the contest in favour of the New Democratic Party. But that didn't happen. NDP leader Rachel Notley says she will stay on as leader after losing to Smith, whose ministry and campaign were marked by gaffes, scandals, and utter absurdity. If you're wondering how Smith managed to perform as well as she did after comparing those who received a Covid vaccine to followers of Hitler, and what she'll do next as she takes aim at the federal government and climate policy, you have come to the right place as we ask: What just happened in Alberta–and what comes next?On this episode of Open to Debate, David Moscrop talks with Alberta politics writer Dave Cournoyer.

Last week in Alberta, Premier Danielle Smith and the United Conservative Party held on to government in a race that was much closer than the 49-38 seat count suggests. Indeed, a small shift in votes in a handful of ridings in Calgary would have tipped the contest in favour of the New Democratic Party. But that didn't happen. NDP leader Rachel Notley says she will stay on as leader after losing to Smith, whose ministry and campaign were marked by gaffes, scandals, and utter absurdity. If you're wondering how Smith managed to perform as well as she did after comparing those who received a Covid vaccine to followers of Hitler, and what she'll do next as she takes aim at the federal government and climate policy, you have come to the right place as we ask: What just happened in Alberta–and what comes next?On this episode of Open to Debate, David Moscrop talks with Alberta politics writer Dave Cournoyer.

National Political Reporter Salena Zito joins the show to talk about the "New Democratic Party". They discuss the rise in a different side of the Democratic Party and how this is affecting Allegheny County. 

Rich Fitzgerald joins Larry and Marty to discuss the lack of lifeguards in Allegheny County. They also ask him about the "New Democratic Party" and the closing of the Smithfield Shelter. 

Hour 1 - Larry and Marty discuss if following the media coverage for mass shootings can be harmful or helpful - they ask for callers. They also discuss the "New Democratic Party" of Allegheny County.   

Talking to the author of Tea Party of One, Jean-Serge Brisson, the other day I learned that here in Canada travelling as a right was flipped into driving as a privilege in 1984 (not that long ago!). Why did they flip it? Because they know a right cannot be charged for or taxed. But a privilege can. In this second interview with Jean-Serge who has gone head-to-head with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and won, we will talk about the ways you can navigate and take yourself off of the low hanging fruit list the government feasts on when it comes to moving freely on the earth as God intends. Join us live February 3, 12:30 PM CST Jean-Serge's Bio: Jean-Serge Brisson (born June 28, 1954) is a Canadian political activist, tax reform advocate, politician, and author. He is a former leader of the Libertarian Party of Canada , and from 2000 to 2008 was elected as a municipal councillor in Russell Twp, his hometown of Embrun is in that TWP. He gained national notoriety in the 1990s for his opposition to businesses being forced to collect the provincial sales tax (PST) without being remunerated. Brisson was born in Embrun , Ontario, a small village to the east of Ottawa and raised on a dairy farm. He describes his early experiences with jobs and bosses to have put him off from ever being able to work for a boss, wanting to instead start his own business and be his own boss. He first apprenticed as a radiator technician and, in 1974, opened his own company in Embrun, Independent Radiator Co. In the early 1990s, Brisson refused to continue collecting the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) putting forward the idea to the then New Democratic Party of Bob Rae, that collection of any money by small business for any government is slavery. Brisson said he never agreed to be hired as a tax collector for the provincial government, but if he was going to be doing their work, he expected to be paid the same as other provincial tax collectors. Brisson documented his experience in his book titled Tea Party of One: All Governments Invited. In 1994, Brisson claims to have ceased filing income takes returns. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beth-martens/message

Sheila Gunn Reid is the Alberta Bureau Chief for Rebel News and host of the weekly The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid. She's a mother of three, conservative activist, and the author of best-selling books including Stop Notley. In February 2016, she was barred from covering an NDP press conference in Alberta with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Alberta Premier Rachel Notley of the New Democratic Party rejected The Rebel's press bonafides. The NDP later relented after backlash over press freedom and a lawsuit.In January 2017, Gunn was assaulted by Dion Bews at a women's rally in Edmonton, Canada. He then fled into the crowd of leftist women who moved to protect him. [1] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tango-romeo/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tango-romeo/support

The 1969 documentary WHAT'S LEFT? captures the Canadian left (and more specifically, Canada's New Democratic Party) being pulled in two directions: by an emerging, student-led generation of radical activists, and an older political class that has either grown pragmatic or complacent depending on who you ask. We discuss the history of the Canadian left, and what has both changed and remained the same in the 50+ years since the film. PLUS: We catch an acute case of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them fever!!!Watch the documentary What's Left? here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRzNoaEw3xMMichael and Us is a podcast about political cinema and our crumbling world hosted by Will Sloan and Luke Savage. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 1969 documentary WHAT'S LEFT? captures the Canadian left (and more specifically, Canada's New Democratic Party) being pulled in two directions: by an emerging, student-led generation of radical activists, and an older political class that has either grown pragmatic or complacent depending on who you ask. We discuss the history of the Canadian left, and what has both changed and remained the same in the 50+ years since the film. PLUS: We catch an acute case of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them fever!!! Watch the documentary What's Left?- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRzNoaEw3xM&ab_channel=tcn1915

On Tuesday, March 22, the Liberals and New Democratic Party announced a confidence and supply agreement to further each of their interests.  Darren takes a look at whether this is undemocratic, whether it is what Canadians voted for and if it's a “backroom deal”.

This is a segment of episode 316 of Last Born In The Wilderness “Demonic Metals: Cobalt & The Birth Of A Mining Superpower w/ Charlie Angus.” Listen to the full episode: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com/episodes/charlie-angus Purchase a copy of ‘Cobalt: Cradle of the Demon Metals, Birth of a Mining Superpower' from Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3qnlmdy Charlie Angus, MP for the riding of Timmins-James Bay in Ontario, Canada, joins me to discuss his new book ‘Cobalt: Cradle of the Demon Metals, Birth of a Mining Superpower,' published through House of Anansi Press. He shines a light on how the fascinating, and disturbing, history of a small mining town in Ontario, aptly named Cobalt, is tied up in the genocidal, and ecocidal, history of the nation-state of Canada, and its outsized role in the global mining industry today. What does a small town in northern Ontario have to with Canada's rise to becoming the world's reigning mining superpower? How is cobalt, this "demonic" metal, tied to some of the most horrific crimes of settler-colonialism and financial, extractive capitalism in the modern era? “The tale of the early-twentieth-century mining rush at Cobalt has been told as a settler's adventure, but Indigenous people had already been trading in metals from the region for two thousand years. And the events that happened here — the theft of Indigenous lands, the exploitation of a multicultural workforce, and the destruction of the natural environment — established a template for resource extraction that has been exported around the world.” Charles Joseph Angus is a Canadian author, journalist, broadcaster, musician and politician. He has been the Federal Member of Parliament (MP) for the riding of Timmins-James Bay since 2004. He is a member of the New Democratic Party and currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics and is the NDP Critic for Indigenous and Northern Affairs (Youth). Charlie ran as a candidate in the 2017 NDP Federal Leadership Race. Charlie lives in Cobalt, Ontario with his family. WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast EPISODE 300: https://lastborninthewilderness.bandcamp.com BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

Charlie Angus, MP for the riding of Timmins-James Bay in Ontario, Canada, joins me to discuss his new book ‘Cobalt: Cradle of the Demon Metals, Birth of a Mining Superpower,' published through House of Anansi Press. He shines a light on how the fascinating, and disturbing, history of a small mining town in Ontario, aptly named Cobalt, is tied up in the genocidal, and ecocidal, history of the nation-state of Canada, and its outsized role in the global mining industry today. What does a small town in northern Ontario have to with Canada's rise to becoming the world's reigning mining superpower? How is cobalt, this "demonic" metal, tied to some of the most horrific crimes of settler-colonialism and financial, extractive capitalism in the modern era? “The tale of the early-twentieth-century mining rush at Cobalt has been told as a settler's adventure, but Indigenous people had already been trading in metals from the region for two thousand years. And the events that happened here — the theft of Indigenous lands, the exploitation of a multicultural workforce, and the destruction of the natural environment — established a template for resource extraction that has been exported around the world.” Charles Joseph Angus is a Canadian author, journalist, broadcaster, musician and politician. He has been the Federal Member of Parliament (MP) for the riding of Timmins-James Bay since 2004. He is a member of the New Democratic Party and currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics and is the NDP Critic for Indigenous and Northern Affairs (Youth). Charlie ran as a candidate in the 2017 NDP Federal Leadership Race. Charlie lives in Cobalt, Ontario with his family. Episode Notes: - Purchase a copy of ‘Cobalt: Cradle of the Demon Metals, Birth of a Mining Superpower' from Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3qnlmdy - Learn more about Charlie and his work: https://www.charlieangus.ca WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast EPISODE 300: https://lastborninthewilderness.bandcamp.com BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

David Menzies and Sheila Gunn Reid host after a deal was struck between Prime Minister Trudeau's Liberals and Jagmeet Singh's New Democratic Party that will see the NDP allegedly prop up the Liberals until 2025.