Podcasts about official opposition critic

Episode 22 - the Water Crisis in Northern Ontario Indigenous Communities with Sol Mamakwa What - In Canada, there is a water crisis on many Indigenous communities. There are 35 Long-Term Boil Water Advisories in Indigenous communities across Canada, as well, as of March 18, 2025, there were 29 short-term drinking water advisories in place in First Nations communities south of 60, excluding those in the British Columbia region. Join Keepers of the Water as we explore the Water Crisis in Northern Ontario Indigenous Communities with Sol Mamakwa, a Member of Provincial Parliament for the Kiiwetinoong riding in Ontario. Who - In episode 22 we hear from Sol Mamakwa, a Member of Provincial Parliament for the Kiiwetinoong riding and is the Official Opposition Critic for Indigenous and Treaty Relations. He was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 2018 and is the first MPP to be elected for this riding. The Kiiwetinoong riding was created prior to the Ontario election in 2017, and the population is 68 percent Indigenous, making it the only riding in Ontario with a majority Indigenous population. Sol is a Kingfisher Lake First Nation member and a resident of Sioux Lookout. His first language is Oji-Cree, and he strongly advocates for Indigenous language protection, equity in healthcare and education, and treaty rights. Music - 'Phase Shift' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

Greg Kelley, Official Opposition Critic for Relations with English-Speaking Quebecers and Liberal MNA for Jacques-Cartier

On April 28, 2025, Canadians will head to the polls and elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament – and with it, a Prime Minister.  Canadians have a lot to weigh in this election—from the cost of living crisis and rising inequality, to the ongoing trade tensions with the United States, and a range of other pressing issues. So, this month on our Off the Hill panel, we discussed Election 2025: What's next for Canada? Joining us this month were former NDP Member of Parliament for Toronto—Danforth Craig Scott; poet and activist El Jones; community organizer and political commentator Jennifer Arp; and rabble's senior parliamentary reporter Karl Nerenberg. Hosted by Libby Davies.  About our guests  Craig Scott is a professor of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School of York University and a former Member of Parliament for Toronto-Danforth from 2012-2015. While an MP, he served as the Official Opposition Critic for Democratic and Parliamentary Reform, during most of which period the government minister for this portfolio was Pierre Poilievre.  El Jones is a poet, author, journalist, professor and activist living in Halifax. She is the author of Abolitionist Intimacies (2022) and Live from the Afrikan Resistance! (2014). Jennifer Arp is a community leader and non-profit professional. Previous roles include interim national president and CEO with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada and senior vice-president of the community at MS Canada. She had the privilege of representing her community on the Toronto District School Board as trustee and vice-chair from 2014-2018 where she led numerous initiatives including the Enhancing Equity Task Force. Other experience includes working at both the federal and provincial level for multiple cabinet ministers. She recently completed her Master of Arts in International and Intercultural Communications at Royal Roads University. Karl Nerenberg is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster and filmmaker, working in both English and French languages. He is rabble's senior parliamentary reporter. If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca.

Enrico Ciccone, Liberal MNA representing the riding of Marquette and the Official Opposition Critic for Sports and Recreation. Enrico is also a former NHL defenceman.

As part of our 'Best of the Best in 2024' series we are replaying a number of our most popular interviews. We got to sit down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with MLA Elenore Sturko during our visit to the BC legislature earlier this year. MLA Sturko pulls no punches as she takes direct aim at Premier Eby and his NDP government's failed decriminalization experiment in BC. She talks about how the experiment resulted in very negative impacts when it came to public disorder on the streets of New Westminster and beyond. It's definitely an interview you'll want to download! Sturko has since left the BC United Caucus and sits as a member of the new BC Conservative Caucus and serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Public Safety. If you enjoy FTR podcasts, be sure to tell family and friends it is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other major platforms. Encourage them to follow us too!

Marwah Rizquy, Liberal MNA for Saint-Laurent + official opposition critic on education

Andre Fortin, Liberal MNA representing the riding of Pontiac and the official opposition health care critic

In this latest episode of For the Record host Daniel Fontaine covers a number of interesting topics including an opening editorial on the sport and recreation infrastructure deficit plaguing New Westminster. Will the opening of a new $114M aquatic and community center put a big dent in that deficit?Fontaine also paid a visit to the BC Legislature this week and had an exclusive sit down interview with MLA Elenore Sturko. She is a high profile member of the BC United Party and is the Official Opposition Critic to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, New West MLA Jennifer Whiteside. Sturko talks about how the NDP's policy of forging ahead with decriminalization is being felt on the streets of New West and at Royal Columbian Hospital. She also speculates as to whether the NDP will abandon the decriminalization policy before the next provincial election in October. You will want to listen to this interview! The podcast also includes a New West Council roundup for the April 8th meeting and additional coverage on the commemorative ceremony that took place on April 13th to honour Ben Flores. He was the first Filipino immigrant to Canada in 1861. This segment includes the beautiful words, song and drum beats from Squamish Elder Wendy Charbonneau. This podcast is available on all major platforms including Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast and Amazon.

Desiree McGraw, Liberal MNA for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Official Opposition Critic for the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change

Jennifer Maccarone, Liberal MNA for Westmount–Saint-Louis, Official Opposition Critic for the Fight Against Racism, Official Opposition Critic for Public Security

Jennifer Maccarone, Liberal MNA for Westmount–Saint-Louis, Official Opposition Critic for the Fight Against Racism, Official Opposition Critic for Public Security https://www.assnat.qc.ca/en/exprimez-votre-opinion/petition/Petition-10545/index.html?mibextid=RtaFA8  

Jennifer Maccarone, Liberal MP for Westmount–Saint-Louis, Official Opposition Critic for the Fight Against Racism, Official Opposition Critic for Public Security

Richard Lapointe, senior portfolio manager at CIBC Wood Gundy  & Monsef Derraji, MNA for Nelligan and Official Opposition Critic for Finance

Hon. Rakhi Pancholi, NDP MLA Edmonton-Whitemud and Official Opposition Critic for Education Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GREG KELLEY, Liberal MNA for Jacques Cartier and Official Opposition Critic for Relations with English-Speaking Quebecers

Should the BC government step in over the handling of BC Ferries after the website crashed during a busy holiday weekend of travel. Guest: Jordan Sturdy, Official Opposition Critic for BC Ferries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Imagining and perceiving use similar brain processes, but our brains need to tell the difference between what's real and what we imagine. Guest: Dr. Nadine Dijkstra, Senior Research Fellow at Wellcome Centre for Human Neuro-Imaging Seg 2: Should there be warning labels on booze? Ireland has become the first country to do this. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: What can we expect from the Special Rapporteur report coming out later today on foreign interference and China targeting Canadian politicians. Guest: Michel Juneau-Katsuya, Former Chief of Asia-Pacific at CSIS and Author of “Nest of Spies” Seg 4: Are there solutions, instead of just arguments, for bikes and cars to live in harmony in Stanley Park? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 5: Ozempic is being used by celebrities and others as a new weight loss drug, but could it also be the next best way to treat addiction? Guest: Dr. Ali Zentner, Director of Obesity Medicine at Revolution Medical Clinic Seg 6: Should the BC government step in over the handling of BC Ferries after the website crashed during a busy holiday weekend of travel. Guest: Jordan Sturdy, Official Opposition Critic for BC Ferries Seg 7: True Crime Tuesdays with Nancy Hixt Mr. Big operations are a Canadian police technique used to secure confessions from murder suspects, which are now presumptively inadmissible in court Guest: Nancy Hixt, Senior Crime Reporter for Global News and Host of “Crime Beat” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron asks Ellis about his personal background, his thoughts on the role of Chief & Council, poverty in Indigenous communities, and his past interview on CTV Power Play. Ellis Ross was elected MLA for Skeena in 2017 and again in 2020. He currently serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Energy and LNG. Ross has previously served as the Official Opposition Critic for Environment and Climate Change Strategy, and Minister of Natural Gas Development and Minister Responsible for Housing. He has worked in both the private and public sectors, with business experience in hand logging, beach-combing, and construction. Ross worked full-time as a taxi boat operator until the Haisla Nation Council requested that he become their first full-time councillor. Ellis served in this position for eight years, from 2003 to 2011. In 2011, Ellis was elected Chief Councillor of the Haisla Nation and was re-elected by acclamation in 2013. Ross has been recognized as a business leader by both BC Business magazine and Canadian Business magazine. In 2012, Ross was appointed the inaugural chair of the Aboriginal Business and Investment Council. In 2014, he was the only First Nations leader among 25 Canadians invited by then-Finance Minister Jim Flaherty to attend a public policy and budget retreat. In recognition of his community service, Ross was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal in 2013 and the Order of B.C. in 2014. Ross actively enjoys golf, soccer, and basketball. He has a passion for seeing people succeed in athletics, school, and life, which drove his coaching style. One of the highlights of his career is coaching the Mount Elizabeth Secondary School senior girl's basketball team to a zone championship. He is a proud father of two daughters and a proud grandfather. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://aaronpete.substack.com/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jl39CsCYhImbLevAF6aTe?si=dc4479f225ff440b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/bigger-than-me-podcast/id1517645921 Listen on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMDc3MjYyLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiA8JKF2tT0AhUPmp4KHR2rAPkQ9sEGegQIARAC

BCGEU Update: Liquor and Cannabis to flow again, ABLE BC's reaction to the end of the strike Jeff Guignard, Executive Director of ABLE BC - Alliance of Beverage Licensees reacts to the end of the BCGEU job-action. Mobi by Shaw Go celebrates its 6-year anniversary and 4 million trips by launching 500 new e-bikes Mia Kohout, General Manager & Director of Vancouver Bike Share discusses the growing popularity of e-bikes within the city of Vancouver Fans are invited to Nickelback's video shoot at SFU They are one of Canada's most successful rock bands, having sold more than 50-million albums worldwide.  In 2001, you couldn't go anywhere without hearing one of their songs on the radio and it seems here in 2022, Nickelback is making a comeback! Our show contributor Jawn Jang also has a tip if you want to be in Nickelback's new music video. The 50th anniversary of the first B.C NDP government Premier John Horgan and former NDP MLA Bob Williams discuss what made the first BC NDP government special BC's $1.3 billion surplus Peter Milobar, BC Liberal MLA for Kamloops and Official Opposition Critic for Finance discusses BC's $1.3 billion surplus The death of former Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev Dr. Lisa Sundstrom, Political Science Professor at the University of British Columbia discusses the legacy of former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev

Peter Milobar, BC Liberal MLA for Kamloops and Official Opposition Critic for Finance discusses BC's  $1.3 billion surplus

Long lineups, technical difficulties and lack of water: Vancouver Craft Beer Week facing harsh criticism on social media after disastrous Saturday event As you probably know, Vancouver is a craft beer haven. From Stanley Park to Parallel 49, there are tons of breweries that call this city their home. That's why so many beer enthusiasts were eager to check out the Vancouver Craft Beer Week this past Saturday at the PNE. But instead of getting to enjoy bold new flavours, they were treated to long line-ups, technical difficulties and a lack of water. Our show contributor Jawn Jang spoke with Lenny, one of the attendees who went on Saturday about how the event turned out. More than half of BC's Housing board is being replaced To discuss the changes that were announced late last Friday evening is Mike Bernier, Liberal MLA, Peace River South & the current Official Opposition Critic for Housing How can we avoid similar network outages in the future, after Rogers begins to get back online? Matt Hatfield, Open Media Campaign Director, Digital Rights Advocate says more cellular network options is the way to prevent further mass network outages in the future.  Regulating 3D printed guns How is Canada regulating 3D printed weapons in the wake of the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. We discuss with Rod Giltaca, CEO and Executive Director at the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights How is climate change impacting mosquitos throughout British Columbia? Dan Peach, Postdoctoral Fellow at UBC and Director of the Entomological Society of British Columbia tells us how he's been studying the changes to mosquitos over the years due to climate change.  What have we learned from COVID when it comes to Long-term care homes? Terry Lake, CEO of BC Care Providers Association joins us to discuss the state of long-term care homes in British Columbia and how they may be planning for further covid case spikes 

To discuss the changes that were announced late last Friday evening is Mike Bernier, Liberal MLA, Peace River South & the current Official Opposition Critic for Housing

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! We're joined by former Ontario and federal Minister of Health Tony Clement and (newly) former ONDP MPP Rima Berns-McGown to discuss all things Ontario election and just who Ontarians should select on June 2nd. About Hon. Tony Clement The Honourable Tony Clement is a former Minister in the Stephen Harper Government federally, and the Mike Harris and Ernie Eves Governments in the Province of Ontario. During his time in the House of Commons (2006-2019) Mr. Clement served as: Minister of Health, Minister of Industry, President of the Treasury Board and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario. He therefore played a lead role in getting Canada's economy back on track after the most significant global economic recession since the 1930s. In Opposition Clement was Foreign Affairs Critic and Justice Critic. https://twitter.com/tonyclementcpc?s=21 (Follow Tony on Twitter) About Rima Berns-McGown Dr. Rima Berns-McGown is the former member of Provincial Parliament for Beaches-East York. She served as the Official Opposition Critic for Poverty and Homelessness and a member of the Standing Committee on the Legislative Assembly. Before she was elected, Rima taught Diaspora Studies at the University of Toronto. She holds a PhD in International Politics from the University of Aberystwyth, an MA from the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International studies of the Johns Hopkins University, and a Bachelor of Journalism and Political Science from Carleton University. She has a long history of writing about and advocating for systemic change that creates equity and societies that truly work for everyone who lives in them. Rima was born in South Africa of a mixed background and is proud to be a member of Ontario's first Black Caucus. https://twitter.com/beyrima?s=21&t=Mf5AXSMB1Kcg-hb3vREsYA (Follow Rima on Twitter) Stay connected with the latest from New Left Radio by https://newleft.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=8227a4372fe8dc22bdbf0e3db&id=e99d6c70b4 (joining our mailing list) today! _________

U.S. Senate rejects Women's Health Protection Act aimed at preserving access to abortion Janet Rutledge, MLA for Burnaby North and founding member of Every Woman's Health Centre discusses where the status of the conversation surrounding abortion in Canada.  Plus, your calls! Do you think the Senate's decision will have an impact on Canada? Will cutting gas tax lead to lower fuel costs in BC? Peter Milobar, Liberal MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson region and ​​the Official Opposition Critic for Finance discusses the current gas price situation in British Columbia.  Plus, your calls! Should the province cut the gas tax? What do you think needs to be done to curb the skyrocketing gas prices?  Does the Broadway Corridor Plan need to be amended? Michael Geller, Retired Architect, Planning and Real Estate Consultant examines the Broadway Corridor Plan and how the city of Vancouver has changed over the years   After making WHL history, Vancouver Giants fully embrace underdog mentality against Kamloops Blazers It's a great time to be a hockey fan with the NHL playoffs providing so much drama through the first round. And even though the Canucks didn't qualify, that doesn't mean you can't see post-season hockey in the Lower Mainland! Our show contributor Jawn Jang joins us now to tell us more about a cinderella run happening in our own backyard. How is BC preparing for the arrival of Ukrainian Refugees? Chris Friesen, Chief Operating Officer of the Immigrant Services Society of BC discusses how B.C, is preparing for the first arrival of Ukrainian refugees.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Milobar, Liberal MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson region and ​​the Official Opposition Critic for Finance discusses the current gas price situation in British Columbia.  Plus, your calls! Should the province cut the gas tax? What do you think needs to be done to curb the skyrocketing gas prices?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Shepherd, NDP MLA, Edmonton-Centre & Official Opposition Critic for Health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ch.1: A new investigative piece by Global News dives into how some Canadian doctors were spreading misinformation, and were undermining the fight against COVID-19. Guest: Ashleigh Stewart, Global National Enterprise Reporter. Ch.2: The B.C. government announced Tuesday a gradual reopening for gyms and fitness centres on Jan. 20.  The reopening will be based on strict COVID-19 safety plans, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said at a media briefing. Guest:  Todd Stone, BC Liberal MLA and Official Opposition Critic for Jobs, Economic Recovery & Innovation. Ch.3: Surrey city hall is looking at charging a $10 non-refundable application fee for Freedom of Information requests. Guest: Brenda Locke, Surrey City Councilor. Ch.4: The Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5) has now reopened to regular vehicle traffic between Hope and Merritt. Guest: Kelly Scott, BC Road Builders & Heavy Construction Association. Ch.5: A new poll conducted by the Angus Reid Institute shows the approval rating of Canadian premiers. Guest: Shachi Kurl, President of Angus Reid.

Renee Merrifield is the BC Liberal MLA for Kelowna-Mission, currently running for the BC Liberal Party leadership. She is also the CEO of Troika Developments. She was the Official Opposition Critic for Health, prior to running for the BC Liberal leadership. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors for a number of organizations, including the Interior Health Authority, Renee served as an executive member on the Westbank First Nation Economic Development Commission board, Canada's first First Nation Economic Development Council, from 2008-2011.

Renee Merrifield is the BC Liberal MLA for Kelowna-Mission, currently running for the BC Liberal Party leadership. She is also the CEO of Troika Developments. She was the Official Opposition Critic for Health, prior to running for the BC Liberal leadership. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors for a number of organizations, including the Interior Health Authority, Renee served as an executive member on the Westbank First Nation Economic Development Commission board, Canada's first First Nation Economic Development Council, from 2008-2011.

Originally from Barrhead, Alberta, Janis Irwin was an educator before being elected to the Alberta Legislature as an NDP MLA in 2019, representing the riding of Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood. She currently serves as the Official Opposition Critic for the Status of Women and LGBTQ2S+ Issues, and is the Official Opposition Deputy Whip. In today's episode, Travis & John talk to Janis about her own coming out story, being the only out "ML-Gay" in the Alberta Legislature, and being a member of the Official Opposition against a government that has rolled back protections for LGBTQ2S+ students. 

With Special Guest Mike de Jong! In Part 2 of this 3 Part series, we look at the longstanding softwood lumber trade dispute from a different lens. Adding his unique Canadian perspective on the issue of softwood lumber is Mike de Jong, member of British Columbia Legislative Assembly, who currently serves as the Official Opposition Critic of the Attorney General in Abbotsford. Seeing as Canada is the world leading exporter and second-largest producer of softwood lumber, with British Columbia representing around 63% of exports, de Jong's insight of this dispute offers a unique look at real life consequences for the lumber industry.

It's a big show this week as Steve, Ryan and Rob welcome Stephanie Cadieux, MLA for South Surrey and current Caucus Chair and Official Opposition Critic for Gender Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion, to the podcast to discuss the new Accessible British Columbia Act and what it means for people with disabilities throughout the province. We discuss how far we've come in addressing accessibility and barriers as well as the very long way we have to go. It's an in-depth conversation that you won't want to miss!   Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/at-banter-podcast-episode-246-stephanie-cadieux.pdf Show Notes In Anticipation of a BC Accessibility Act https://www.peacearchnews.com/opinion/opinion-in-anticipation-of-a-bc-accessibility-act/ AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324. Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on almost any piece of Assistive Technology, while also providing parts and batteries. Visit them online at www.chaostechnicalservices.com or call 778-847-6840.

Greg Brady guest hosts 640 Toronto's Morning Show   GUEST: Sol Mamakwa, NDP MPP for Kiiwetinoong, Official Opposition Critic for Indigenous and Treaty Relations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady guest hosts 640 Toronto's Morning Show   GUEST: Sol Mamakwa, MPP for Kiiwetinoong. Official Opposition Critic for Indigenous & Treaty Relations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Sheryl and Ishrath get the LODOWN from our very own MLA for Edmonton-Whitemud, Rakhi Pancholi. MLA Pancholi is the Official Opposition Critic for Children's Services and is also a Lawyer and serves as a senior legislative consultant for Alberta Education. She has also volunteered on a number of committee's including the National Education Program Committee, and the Women's Legal Education & Action Fund.You can follow MLA Pancholi on Facebook and Twitter.Music by: Andrew Bankole

Stephanie Cadieux was first elected MLA for Surrey-Panorama in 2009, and elected MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale in 2013, re-elected as MLA for Surrey South in 2017, and again re-elected as MLA for Surrey South in 2020.  She currently serves as the Caucus Chair and the Official Opposition Critic for Gender Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.      She is a member of the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations and served as Vice-Chair of the Committees to appoint the Representative for Children and Youth and the Human Rights Commissioner.  Stephanie served as Minister of Children and Family Development, Minister of Social Development, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, and Minister of Labour, Citizens' Services and Open Government. She also previously held roles as Co-critic for Advanced Education and Finance, and Critic for ICBC.   Stephanie worked with SCI-BC as director of marketing and development and was manager of accessibility for 2010 Legacies Now.  She has been an active community volunteer and was the president of Realwheels Theatre Society, a member of the advisory panel with International Collaboration On Repair Discoveries (ICORD), and a mentor with the YWCA.  

Last Fall, Nashwa and Ryan sat down with Don Davies, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Kingsway. This episode features a pre-show chat about February 24, 2021's 2nd reading of Bill C-213, An Act to enact the Canada Pharmacare Act. Davies was the sponsor of the 2018 motion for Pharmacare. Despite that vote failing, there is a clear hunger in Canada to have pharmacare embedded into the fabric of our “public healthcare system.”  While there was hope for Bill C-213, sponsored by NDP MP Peter Julian, this bill also failed. Rumour has it the government is working on Pharmacare, but we are not hopeful it will be universal and public -- something Bill C-213 would have ensured. Nashwa and Ryan explore this further with Davies who has been passionate about the health of Canadians throughout his tenure as MP. They also discuss another neglected aspect of medicare: dental care, and the absurdity that our mouths are somehow divorced from the rest of our body's health. They move onto a discussion of socialism and Davies's opinion on the state of socialism in North America, including Biden's impact on progressive politics. Nashwa and Ryan's favourite topic -- international politics -- comes up, and we chat about Canada-US-China relations and the state of Canada's foreign policy in the context of the Bolivian election. Davies predicts that the Biden-Harris government will inevitably lead to more neoliberal foreign intervention, his prediction was sadly proven correct with recent airstrikes in Syria. Davies ends on a hopeful note, opening up about the opportunities available to us and a “renaissance of the left.” This episode reflects a bit on international victories for socialism and how the Canadian government's actions and complicity can often impact other parts of the world. This is why we would like to highlight that friend of the show Niki Ashton is holding a virtual event on behalf of Progressive International with Jeremy Corbyn. The event will be a conversation between Niki and Jeremy Corbyn about the state of progressive politics and how we can demand more. It is an event in support of Progressive International: a collaborative project founded in 2018 in Vermont by activists, leaders, and progressives like Jeremy Corbyn and Bernie Sanders and Naomi Klein. We highly encourage people to sign up for the event. Internationalism is inherent to our politics and this show and we hope people attend and are inspired to build a larger and stronger more internationalist left wherever they are. To buy tickets to the event visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-solidarity-a-conversation-with-jeremy-corbyn-niki-ashton-tickets-143580403853Mutual Aid & Community Support:This week, we want to highlight mutual aid and community support efforts happening in Winnipeg. On April 8th, 2020, Eishia Hudson, an Indigenous teen,  was murdered by a Winnipeg police officer. Her family has a gofundme to support legal costs. Eishia's father William Hudson writes, “My daughter Eishia was a young girl who should have had a long life ahead of her, and within seconds that officer put an end to that. Eishia had a strong bright smile that could lighten a room, she had a contagious laugh, and she was loved by everybody. She was very athletic, loving hockey and basketball. She was very ambitious when it came to the court. She was very creative and artistic. Eishia loved to learn new things, take on projects, and worked hard to succeed. Eishia was a great aunty; she loved spending time with her nieces and nephew, and it made her smile just seeing the smile on their faces. She was a Daughter, a granddaughter, a sister, an aunty, a cousin, a loyal person, a friend and so much more.” Please be sure to boost and give if you can to the Hudson family. On a previous episode, we sat down with Winnipeg Police Cause Harm to talk about the WPS. For years they have harmed the people of Winnipeg and this group is in solidarity with all peoples and communities that are harmed by the WPS. They call for the defunding and abolition of the WPS and the reallocation of funds to sustainable community led initiatives. We encourage people to check out their blog.Additional Resources:Some readings that complement this episode: Universal Pharmacare in Canada: A Prescription for Equity in Healthcare by Mohammad HajizadehThe Importance of a National Pharmacare Program by Cindy LamoureuxBolivia Has Provided Us a Radical Vision of Hope by Nicole Fabricant 'Joe Biden Just Dropped Bombs on Syria. Here We Go Again': US Responds to Rocket Attacks With Airstrikes by Common Dreams Staff Guest Information:Guest of the week: Don Davies Don Davies is the Member of Parliament for Vancouver Kingsway. He was first elected in 2008, and re-elected in 2011, 2015, and 2019. Don serves Parliament as the NDP Critic for Health and Deputy Critic for Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness. Prior to that, he served as Official Opposition Critic for International Trade, Citizenship and Immigration and Multiculturalism, and Public Safety and National Security. Find Don online! WebsiteFacebookTwitterYoutubeFlickrProduction Credits:Hosted by Ryan Deshpande and Nashwa Lina Khan Music by Johnny Zapras and postXamericaArt for Habibti Please by postXamericaProduction by Andre GouletProduction Assistance by Ryan Deshpande, Raymond Khanano, and Ali McKnightSocial Media & Support:Follow us on Twitter @habibtipleaseSupport us on PatreonSubscribe to us on Substack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit habibtiplease.substack.com/subscribe

Michael Chong discusses Covid-19, forthcoming elections, the commonwealth, trade deals and many more topics with CFOC. Michael David Chong MP is a Canadian politician. He has represented the riding of Wellington—Halton Hills in the House of Commons of Canada since 2004. He served in the cabinet of Prime Minister Stephen Harper as Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of Sport, as well as the President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada from February 6, 2006, to November 27, 2006. Chong is a member of the Conservative Party of Canada, and was a candidate for its leadership election in 2017. On September 8, 2020, Chong was appointed Official Opposition Critic for Foreign Affairs

Chapter 1: Provinces and territories have been told to be ready by December 14th to accept COVID-19 vaccines. Canadian Forces Major-General Dany Fortin, who is in charge of logistics for distribution of the vaccines, says the Pfizer vaccine, once approved by Health Canada, will be delivered directly to where the provinces and territories want them sent. GUEST: Michelle Rempel Garner, Vice Chair of the Federal Health Committee/Conservative Health Critic Chapter 2: November Labour Force Survey GUEST: Ravi Kahlon, Minister for Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation/MLA Delta North Chapter 3: Meng Wanzhou is in talks with the US Justice Department to allow her to return to China GUEST: Charles Burton, Senior Fellow, Macdonald-Laurier Institute Chapter 4: Getting Canada vaccinated will take more than a year!?!   GUEST: Brian Lilley, Political Columnist, The Toronto Sun Chapter 5: Translink ransomware attack and others like it GUEST: Thomas Patrick Keenan, Professor at the University of Calgary (and author of the best-selling book Technocreep) GUEST: Michael Lee, Official Opposition Critic for Transportation, Infrastructure, and TransLink  Chapter 6: Fake tree vs. real - which is better for the environment? GUEST: Warren Mabee, Director of the Queen's Institute for Energy and Environmental Policy

Todd Stone is the BC Liberal Member of the Legislative Assembly for Kamloops-South Thompson. First elected in 2013, Todd was appointed the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. Upon reelection in 2017, he was appointed the Official Opposition Critic for Municipal Affairs, Housing and Translink. He was the founder and CEO of Kamloops-based software company, iCompass Technologies. He is the former Vice Chair of the Thompson Rivers University Board of Governors and has served on the boards of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce and Kamloops Thompson United Way.

Chapter 1: It was an exciting night for basketball fans in Canada. The Toronto Raptors won last night against the Boston Celtics! They'll be moving on to Game 7 on Friday. How excited is the city of Toronto today? Guest: Marianne Dimain, reporter w/ Global News Toronto Chapter 2: With kids out of the classroom since Spring Break, it feels like it has been forever since we talk about road safety in school zones. But now that school is back in session, let's get a refresher! Guest: Shawn Pettipas, BCAA's Director of Community Engagement Chapter 3: Today is truly a day to reflect on mental health - not only are so many kids going back to school (which can be quite stressful), it is also World Suicide Prevention Day.  Guest: Dr. Quynh Doan, BC Children's Hospital Investigator and pediatric emergency physician Chapter 4: Today is the big day! B.C. kids are officially heading back to school.  Guest: Rob Fleming, Education Minister Chapter 5: What does the opposition have to say about the government's back-to-school plan?  Guest: Dan Davies, MLA for Peace River North and Official Opposition Critic for Education Chapter 6: Due to travel pattern changes as a result of the pandemic, Vancouver International Airport has opted to halt its expansion project.  Guest: Tamara Vrooman, CEO YVR Chapter 7: Dr. Horacio Bach joins us to discuss the announcement yesterday that the government will buy nearly 2-million flu vaccines for this fall. Just how important is it to get the flu vaccine this fall? Guest: Dr. Horacio Bach, infectious disease expert at UBC Chapter 8: Vancouver is Canada's rattiest city Guest: Trina Butler, Vancouver branch manager at Orkin Canada.

Jas Johal is the BC Member of the Legislative Assembly for Richmond-Queensborough, as elected in 2017, representing the BC Liberal Party. He is currently the Official Opposition Critic for ICBC. Before entering politics, Jas had an illustrious 20+ year career in journalism covering both international and local news. He was also Director of Communications for the BC LNG Alliance.

James Bezan MP Selkirk-Interlake-Eastman. Official Opposition Critic for National Defence - talks about the plan introduced by the Liberal government earlier today.