Podcast appearances and mentions of Doug Ford

Today, we're looking at Prime Minister Mark Carney's declaration that Canada will recognize a Palestinian state this September — pending conditions — following on the heels of similar announcements from France and the United Kingdom. Plus, President Trump's August 1 deadline for trade deals is just hours away. With the U.S. making deals with many other countries, Carney suggested there was a possibility negotiations with the Americans would extend beyond the deadline, meaning Canada may face steep tariffs. And finally, a judge in Ontario blocked Premier Doug Ford's plan to remove bike lanes in Toronto, arguing the lanes were protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Send us a textTonight on Village Media's new 'Closer Look' podcast: One month after masked men tried to steal a vehicle out of Doug Ford's driveway, a new report finds a major decline in reported auto thefts.Last year, when the provincial and federal governments announced millions of dollars in funding to crack down on car thieves, Ontario Premier Doug Ford had a stern warning for would-be criminals: “We're coming after you.”They actually came after him, it turned out. But in the end, the government crackdown appears to be working.A new report released this week found the number of vehicles reported stolen across Canada is way down during the first six months of 2025 — including in Ontario, where reported auto theft has dropped nearly 26 per cent.Équité Association, the industry group that released the report, credits much of the drop to collective efforts aimed at combating the crime from coast to coast.Our guest on tonight's Closer Look podcast is Bryan Gast, a former OPP officer who is now the national vice-president of investigative services at Équité Association.Hosted by Village Media's Michael Friscolanti and Scott Sexsmith, Closer Look is a new daily podcast that goes way beyond the headlines with insightful, in-depth conversations featuring our reporters and editors, leading experts, key stakeholders and big newsmakers.New episodes of Closer Look drop every Monday to Friday at 7 p.m. across the Village Media network, or wherever you find your favourite podcasts. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.Have something to say? You can reach us at closerlook@villagemedia.ca.

Send us a textTonight on Village Media's new daily podcast: What our Queen's Park team at The Trillium discovered about the chair of the PC Ontario Fund — and how Premier Ford reacted to the investigation."He could be the most powerful person in the province."That's the way one source described Tony Miele, the long-serving chair of the PC Ontario Fund — the fundraising arm of Premier Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative party. With Miele at the helm, the PCs have dominated other provincial parties in fundraising for more than a decade, bankrolling slick, expensive commercials and professional election campaigns.An investigation by The Trillium, Village Media's bureau at Queen's Park, uncovered a lot more about the PC party's chief fundraiser.Several well-placed sources who have worked at high levels of the Ford government and in the development industry told The Trillium that Miele not only raises party funds from developers, but personally makes money working with them, a claim substantiated by court documents.Miele has also had rare access to provincial cabinet ministers and their staff, who sometimes get in touch with him while planning political fundraisers, according to nine well-placed sources.Miele told The Trillium he has “dedicated over 30 years to advising on building and infrastructure across Canada.”“My role has always been that of a consultant and not a lobbyist,” he continued. “I'm proud of the work I've done and stand by the integrity and transparency of the services I've provided.”The article triggered plenty of reaction from Opposition politicians, with one Liberal MPP asking the province's integrity commissioner to consider The Trillium report as she determines whether or not her office will investigate issues around the Dresden landfill.Our guest on tonight's Closer Look podcast is Jessica Smith Cross, the Editor-in-Chief of The Trillium, who co-authored the Miele profile with reporter Charlie Pinkerton.Hosted by Village Media's Michael Friscolanti and Scott Sexsmith, 'Closer Look' is a new daily podcast that goes way beyond the headlines with insightful, in-depth conversations featuring our reporters and editors, leading experts, key stakeholders and big newsmakers.New episodes of ‘Closer Look' drop every Monday to Friday at 7 p.m. across the Village Media network, or wherever you find your favourite podcasts. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.Have something to say? You can reach us at closerlook@villag

Jerry opens the show by talking about a recent conviction for Jewish hatred. Then he asks, do we believe in free speech? Brian Lilley joins the show to talk about Doug Ford changing his tune on calling for asylum seekers to get work permits. Plus - have people forgotten how to act in public?

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

How did the meeting go between Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Carney? Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the long list of names lining up to flood the ballot in his upcoming federal byelection amounts to a “blatant abuse” of democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.

Obama's Coup & Ford's Failure Richard exposes two seismic betrayals shaking the foundations of power. First, Obama's treasonous coup: declassified documents reveal a deliberate plot by Obama, Comey, Brennan, and others to sabotage Trump's presidency with lies, leaks, and a fabricated Russia narrative. Tulsi Gabbard demands indictments—will justice prevail? Then, Doug Ford's catastrophic reign: Ontario, Canada's economic heart, bleeds 51,000 residents in a historic exodus driven by unaffordable housing and broken promises. Tune in as Richard unravels these scandals and calls for accountability. You won't want to miss this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Ford is urging the federal conservatives to be more Liberal and cater to all Canadians rather than sticking by Pierre Poilievre's own principles. U.S. fighter jets were called to Vancouver International Airport after a small plane was allegedly hijacked by a climate activist in Victoria. A CBC report released Wednesday blamed podcasters such as Joe Rogan and Andrew Tate for rising divorce rates. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So much for “elbows up,” right? While plenty of pundits have rushed to criticize Prime Minister Mark Carney's response to Trump's latest tariffs—calling it weak or overly cautious—the facts tell a different story. Just because Carney isn't waving his fists or throwing out empty threats like Doug Ford doesn't mean he's not playing the long game. He's not stooping to Trump's level, and that might actually be the smartest move in the room. Canada's international exports are up. Trade with the U.S. has dropped to its lowest point in decades. That's not a retreat—it's a redirection. A strategic shift in how Canada shows up on the global stage.In Episode 176, let's dig into the political quicksand Carney is navigating during these tense U.S.-Canada trade talks—and why his calm, calculated approach might be exactly what this moment calls for. (And honestly? At least our Prime Minister is Mark Carney… and not Pierre Poilievre.)Don't forget to like, follow and subscribe across our channels! Thank you.This episode was recorded on: July 14, 2025Become a YouTube channel member or paid SubStack subscriber to hear Bill's stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, MORAL OF THE STORY: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisisbillkelly.bsky.socialFacebook: https://facebook.com/TheBillKellyPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillkelly/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisbillkelly/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebillkellypodcastSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes' on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!CHAPTERS00:00 Navigating Economic Challenges in Canada04:49 The Impact of U.S. Politics on Canadian Economy10:00 Future Prospects and Strategic Directions for CanadaFURTHER READINGCanadian exports to U.S. continue to drop, reach one of lowest proportions on recordhttps://keyt.com/news/2025/07/03/canadian-exports-to-u-s-continue-to-drop-reach-one-of-lowest-proportions-on-recordCarney concedes any deal with Trump will include tariffshttps://www.politico.com/news/2025/07/15/carney-trump-trade-tariffs-00453935Donald Trump's threats push Canada to bulldoze its byzantine internal trade barriershttps://www.ft.com/content/de61dff6-79fa-4907-be4a-0c67248ab5d0Canada begins to diversify its trade, but U.S. tariffs still a ‘heavy weight'https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/economic/2025/07/canada-begins-to-diversify-its-trade-but-u-s-tariffs-still-a-heavy-weightHASHTAGS#News#Politics#BreakingNews#PoliticalNews#PoliticalCommentary#NewsToday#NewsUpdates#NewsCommentary#PoliticalCommentary#CanadaNews#TodayNews This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this episode we look at how Doug Ford is dismantling Ontario on PRESS PROGRESS SOURCES, make the case for a digital detox on TECH WON'T SAVE US, explain why, actually, drinking urine isn't the true universal remedy for all diseases and disorders on SRSLY WRONG and unpack the Alberta UCP government's pursuit of an abstinence-only drug use model that rejects harm-reduction approaches on ALBERTA ADVANTAGE.The Harbinger Media Network includes 83 podcasts focused on social, economic and environmental justice and featuring journalists, academics and activists on shows like The Breach Show, Tech Won't Save Us, Press Progress Sources & more.Harbinger Showcase is syndicated for community and campus radio and heard every week on CKUT 90.3FM in Montreal, at CFUV 101.9FM in Victoria, on CJUM 101.5FM and CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg, at CiTR 101.9FM, at CJSF 90.1FM and at CFRO 100.5FM in Vancouver, at Hamilton's CFMU 93.3FM at CJTM in Toronto and at CJBU 107.3FM in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This episode is brought to you by the national independent journalism community unrigged.ca.Find out more about the network, subscribe to the weekly newsletter and support our work at harbingermedianetwork.com.

Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this episode we look at how Doug Ford is dismantling Ontario on PRESS PROGRESS SOURCES, make the case for a digital detox on TECH WON'T SAVE US, explain why, actually, drinking urine isn't the true universal remedy for all diseases and disorders on SRSLY WRONG and unpack the Alberta UCP government's pursuit of an abstinence-only drug use model that rejects harm-reduction approaches on ALBERTA ADVANTAGE.The Harbinger Media Network includes 83 podcasts focused on social, economic and environmental justice and featuring journalists, academics and activists on shows like The Breach Show, Tech Won't Save Us, Press Progress Sources & more.Harbinger Showcase is syndicated for community and campus radio and heard every week on CKUT 90.3FM in Montreal, at CFUV 101.9FM in Victoria, on CJUM 101.5FM and CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg, at CiTR 101.9FM, at CJSF 90.1FM and at CFRO 100.5FM in Vancouver, at Hamilton's CFMU 93.3FM at CJTM in Toronto and at CJBU 107.3FM in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This episode is brought to you by the national independent journalism community unrigged.ca.Find out more about the network, subscribe to the weekly newsletter and support our work at harbingermedianetwork.com.

We're going to hear from Melanie Jolie on research funding leading to international trade. Danielle Smith and Doug Ford on Inter-provincial trade and infrastructure, and energyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

Under Donald Trump and a cadre of billionaires, America has cast millions of Americans into a greater spiral of poverty while the ultra-rich laugh. It looks like Game Over for US democracy. Is America's decline irreversible? Also, has PM Carney's brand of blue Liberalism pushed Pierre Poilievre past his best-before date? And how does Doug Ford successfully keep distance between his record and his popularity?

Mike Smyth in BC, Shaye Ganam in Alberta, and Alex Pierson in Ontario 0:00 - Segment 1: Did Mark Carney cave to Trump when it comes to trade talk? 10:20 - Segment 2:  What are we seeing with the Poilievre byelection? 18: 23 - Segment 3: Doug Ford is calling for a reversal on climate policies; is it time to scrap EV mandates? 32:08 - Segment 4: The in-fill housing fight in Alberta. Is huge density the right move to get housing build in Canada? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 19 seasons as anchor of TVO's flagship current affairs program The Agenda, Steve Paikin signs off with a final goodnight. As well, a brief highlight reel, including Jean Chretien, Salman Rushdie, Doug Ford, Janice Stein, Elizabeth Dowdeswell among others, offers a glimpse of the range and depth of what the show covered over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST: Star climate change reporter Kate Allen Toronto just sweltered its way through one of the most intense heatwaves on record. Many Torontonians seeking relief from the heat were met with disappointment and locked doors at more than a dozen public pools as they ended up being closed because of heat safety protocols for the lifeguards. What followed was a political showdown between Mayor Olivia Chow and Premier Doug Ford, with both sides pointing fingers over who was responsible.  And amid the public backlash, Mayor Chow has introduced a new motion calling for more resources and look to bringing back 24/7 cooling centred that were cancelled in 2019.  As extreme heat becomes our new normal, is the city prepared to provide equitable access to cooling for all its residents?  Produced by Saba Eitizaz and Paulo Marques

Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled design plans for Ontario Place once it reopens, including a five-storey parking structure. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break down this development and look at the timeline of what happens next. Sweltering temperatures in classrooms have the government of Ontario and school boards pointing fingers while students sizzle in the heat. Steve and John Michael discuss what schools are doing to keep kids cool while puzzling over the cost of retrofits. The province's plan to build at least 1.5 million homes by 2031 could be significantly higher, according to a briefing document obtained by the CBC. Steve and JMM discuss how housing starts look even more dismal than they did before. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-toronto-is-spoiling-for-a-legal-fight-with-queens-park-does-it-have-a-case JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-david-petersons-liberals-are-remembering-the-good-times-ontarians-should-too Credit: T-shirt image of David Peterson - King's Printer for Ontario/ola.org June 20 Frank MillerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Dad went to war last night” read Vance Boelter's text to his family in the early hours of June 14. This was sent after his shooting rampage aimed at Democratic lawmakers, which left two dead and two critically wounded.  Turns out Boelter is an ordained pastor in a church associated with the New Apostolic Reformation, which sees the world as a spiritual battlefield and whose leaders have preached that political enemies are possessed by demons.  This is not some small fringe movement. Key figures in the Trump administration are adherents. We revisit this apocalyptic evangelical Christian cult and consider its political violence and religious extremism. Show Notes Seven Mountain Mandate, Paula White and Trump Home-goods companies prepare new Trump-linked products Who Wants a MAGA Instant Pot? I Tried Pre-Ordering the Trump Phone. The Page Failed and It Charged My Credit Card the Wrong Amount Doug Ford's Bill 5 is now law in Ontario. Here's what happens next Chiefs of Ontario issue urgent warning on Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy Act, and will rally on Parliament Hill CCLA Urges Federal Government to Reverse Course on Bill C-5 Legal experts gear up to challenge Bill 5 as First Nations pledge to ‘close Ontario's economy Reckless and chilling: Bill 5 is Doug Ford's most dangerous legislation yet Anti-fascists linked to zero murders in the US in 25 years Brief: Stealing Democracy for Jesus An Audio-Documentary Series on the Christian Leaders and Ideas that Fueled the Capitol Riot The Army of God Comes Out of the Shadows Meet the powerful evangelicals who believe Trump is an apostle who will reclaim America for Christ Vance Boelter and the Rise of “Spiritual Warfare” We Should Not Be Shocked That the Alleged Minnesota Shooter's Christian School Is Connected to Political Violence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Carney promised one Canadian economy. Now, his signature bill is one step closer to law as Bill C-5 rocketed through parliament with some amendments. The changes haven't quelled concerns from Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith, who broke ranks in the final vote. Host Noor sits down with MP Erskine-Smith to talk about why he voted no, and what he really thinks of Carney's CEO-style politics. And, you'll hear concerns from the Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak about the process and lack of consultation. Plus some regulatory mythbusting by BC professors, Jess Dempsey, and Rosemary Collard.Host: Noor AzriehCredits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork)Guests: Nate Erskine-Smith, Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, Jess Dempsey, Rosemary CollardBackground reading:Liberals' major projects bill passes House of Commons with Conservative support – CBC NewsBill C-5 passes the House of Commons vote after accelerated process – Canada's National ObserverAs Parliament rushes to support Bill C-5, Indigenous groups prepare for legal fight – The LogicA tale of two Bill 5s The Extinction ParadoxDoes regulation delay mines? A timeline and economic benefit audit of British Columbia minesSponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadalandIf you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen speaks with Ryan Manucha, research fellow at the C.D. Howe Institute and author of Booze, Cigarettes, and Constitutional Dust-Ups, about a critical issue that remains largely invisible yet impacts every business operating in Canada: interprovincial trade barriers.Despite being a G7 economy, Canada continues to operate like a collection of fragmented markets, with conflicting provincial regulations creating friction across supply chains, licensing, and commerce. From inconsistent building codes to restrictions on transporting wine, the regulatory inefficiencies between provinces quietly stifle economic growth, suppress competition, and make it harder for startups to scale.Ryan outlines how these barriers originated, why reform has been so difficult, and what solutions, like mutual recognition and targeted legislation, are gaining traction across the country. He also shares how political will, industry pushback, and regulatory inertia are all part of the story. If you've ever wondered why your favorite B.C. wine can't be shipped to Ontario, or why it's so hard for businesses to scale across Canada, this episode is for you.Canada's Fragmented Internal Market (00:01:00)* Why interprovincial trade feels like dealing with 13 separate countries* How protectionist policies quietly hurt entrepreneurs and consumers* The story of Gérard Comeau and the constitutional fight over beerThe $200 Billion Opportunity (00:06:43)* Why eliminating internal trade barriers could add up to 7.9% to Canada's GDP* The dynamic benefits of freer internal markets beyond the static estimates* Why mutual recognition matters more than full harmonizationReal-World Examples of Dysfunction (00:09:56)* The absurdities of cannabis excise tax stamps and meat supply chain barriers* Trucking regulations, GST/PST discrepancies, and licensing headaches* The “invisible” cost of credentialing and compliance across provincesWhy the U.S. and Australia Do It Better (00:12:03)* How stronger constitutional laws and market pressure keep the U.S. more unified* Australia's model of mutual recognition and regulatory transparencyThe Politics Behind the Gridlock (00:15:35)* How provincial self-interest, regulatory capture, and lobby pressure slow reform* Why strong leadership from premiers like Doug Ford and Danielle Smith is key* The federal government's role in bridging the gaps and building capacityFixing the System (00:20:56)* Why the Canadian Free Trade Agreement is full of opt-outs and loopholes* How a “coalition of the willing” could lead the way* Using market pressure and interprovincial courts to drive changeWhat's at Stake for Startups and Innovation (00:36:37)* How trade barriers inflate the cost of living and suppress entrepreneurship* Why tech founders and business leaders need to speak up* Ryan's call to action: “If you see something, say something.”About Ryan ManuchaRyan Manucha is a research fellow at the C.D. Howe Institute, a Harvard-educated lawyer, and the author of Booze, Cigarettes, and Constitutional Dust-Ups, which won the 2022 Donner Prize for best Canadian public policy book. He specializes in Canadian interprovincial trade law and is a leading voice on reducing regulatory inefficiencies to promote innovation and economic growth.Connect with Ryan Manucha on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ryan-manuchaVisit the C.D. Howe Institute: https://cdhowe.org/Check out Booze, Cigarettes, and Constitutional Dust-Ups (2022 Donner Prize winner)Explore the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA): https://www.cfta-alec.ca/Connect 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

Mark Carney promised one Canadian economy. Now, his signature bill is one step closer to law as Bill C-5 rocketed through parliament with some amendments. The changes haven't quelled concerns from Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith, who broke ranks in the final vote. Host Noor sits down with MP Erskine-Smith to talk about why he voted no, and what he really thinks of Carney's CEO-style politics. And, you'll hear concerns from the Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak about the process and lack of consultation. Plus some regulatory mythbusting by BC professors, Jess Dempsey, and Rosemary Collard.Host: Noor AzriehCredits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork)Guests: Nate Erskine-Smith, Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, Jess Dempsey, Rosemary CollardBackground reading:Liberals' major projects bill passes House of Commons with Conservative support – CBC NewsBill C-5 passes the House of Commons vote after accelerated process – Canada's National ObserverAs Parliament rushes to support Bill C-5, Indigenous groups prepare for legal fight – The LogicA tale of two Bill 5s The Extinction ParadoxDoes regulation delay mines? A timeline and economic benefit audit of British Columbia minesSponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadalandIf you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project Ontario is a grassroots organization calling on the Ontario government to adopt more fiscally conservative policies. But how does their charge stand up against Premier Doug Ford's three majority governments? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what conservatives are saying. A new report from the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario revealed that Doug Ford's staff members were using code words to talk about the Greenbelt deal. Steve and John Michael discuss the revelations and the connection to Ford's comments on First Nations relationships surrounding Bill 5. The Toronto Transit Commission has been given the keys to the Eglinton Light Rail Transit line, so does that mean an opening date is in sight? Steve and JMM discuss why people still need to hold their horses as the line heads into a long period of stress testing. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-the-1985-election-changed-ontario-politics-forever JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-could-ontarios-recycling-changes-leave-cities-holding-the-bag Credit: T-shirt image of Frank Miller - Anthony Miles/King's Printer for Ontario/wikipedia.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Brad Smith, Former CFL player, TV Personality and in for Ben Mulroney David Clement, News Director The News Forum Discuss: 1.Ford apologizes to First Nations leaders for ‘hat in hand' comments: The Doug Ford apology - look, we can all apologize for things - explaining it away for how “emotional” Ford gets can't just be the only, or biggest reason for his language 2.Officials defend Liberal bill that would force hospitals, banks, hotels to hand over data: Is this justified, or does it strip away fundamental privacy rights? 3.Canada Post says it has reached a deal with 2nd-largest union CPAA: We've rarely ever cared less about a mass labour dispute - whether there was a strike, wasn't a strike - perhaps we only care because of the huge amount of $ tax dollars are spent on not reframing or reviving Canada Post, is that fair? 4. There's a profile on BlogTO of a successful drive-in theatre near Windsor where you can camp and stay over. Leads to the question - what happened to drive-ins? Didn't they work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Drake calls out Jagmeet Singh for showing up at a Kendrick Lamar concert — and Singh responds. Justin Bieber shares cryptic messages and expensive gifts during an emotional Father's Day. Connor McDavid reacts to intense pressure as the Oilers face elimination, and we break down Team Canada and Team USA's first Olympic hockey picks for 2026. Doug Ford backs a man who shot into the air to scare off car thieves, while Winnie the Pooh's voice actor goes viral for soothing his grandson. Plus: Megan Fox and MGK reveal their baby's name (Saga Blade), the backlash over And Just Like That, and Ozzy Osbourne's bizarre DNA-in-a-can stunt.

Jim takes your calls on political strategy Plus – What does a First Nations National Chief think about Doug Ford’s apology? GUEST: Cindy Woodhouse - Assembly of First Nations National Chief

A man is dead and a suspect is being sought by police after a stabbing near Danforth and Coxwell; Ont. Premier Doug Ford said tow truck drivers and companies need to ‘be held accountable’ if they commit crimes and ‘go to jail'; and, a Toronto police officer convicted in the 2021 assault of Chadd Facey, a 19-year-old man who later died, has avoided jail time and has instead been given a suspended sentence of 12 months probation.

Go to https://surfshark.com/elev8 and use code elev8 at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Doug Ford raises eyebrows with a push for armed citizens, while Mark Carney faces backlash for sending $4.3B abroad—this time to Ukraine, after major jobs cuts in Canada. Canadians question priorities as outrage grows.Send a one-time contribution to the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XARF5X38AMZULListen to our Podcast on the go: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elev8podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elev8podcast X: https://twitter.com/TheElev8Podcast

Greg Brady talked about Doug Ford says he treats First Nations ‘like gold' but they ‘keep coming hat in hand' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Sharan Kaur, political strategist Laryssa Waler, Founder of Henley Strategies Discuss: 1.Doug Ford says he treats First Nations ‘like gold' but they ‘keep coming hat in hand': Was it insulting for Ford to say First Nations “keep coming hat in hand”? He says he treats them “like gold” but many still live without clean water or proper housing, is Doug Ford gaslighting First Nations? Will this lead to protests and blockades? 2.U.S. Supreme Court OKs Tennessee gender-affirming care ban for minors: Could denying care make mental health problems like depression, anxiety, or even suicide worse for trans teens? Is this ruling about protecting kids or more about politics and culture? 3.Middle-income households making up to $125K annually getting squeezed out of the GTHA: What does that say about economic mobility if middle-income workers can't afford to live where they work? PBO says the average Canadian family will save $280 on their taxes next year thanks to the Liberal government, how is that going to help? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Ford RANTS Against Liberal Crime Policy After Attempt To Steal His CarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/radio-baloney-the-richie-baloney-show--4036781/support.

Greg Brady talked about 4 arrested outside Doug Ford's home accused of planning to steal his vehicle and how Ford uses these events to echo the feeling the "everyday person". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legislature has broken for the summer with MPPs set to return in October. Why such a long break? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into the hiatus. The Council of the Federation is set to meet in the Muskoka region this summer amidst threats of road and rail blockades after the passage of Bill 5. And wildfire season is raging in the province of Ontario, so what's the government doing about it? Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/the-common-sense-revolution-turns-30-and-its-architects-are-still-celebrating JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-theres-only-one-way-out-of-the-housing-crisis-upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billionaire Elon Musk says he regrets some of his posts about US President Donald Trump. Tradwife debate for grade 9 students in Australia stirs up controversy. New graduates in Canada compete with AI for jobs and suffer high unemployment. Mass arrests at protests against immigration raids, as nightly curfew kicks in for Los Angeles. Right-wing group called Project Ontario calls on Premier Doug Ford to be more conservative. Some Canadians choose to stay and fight fires threatening their properties.

Now into their third week as officially-sworn in members of Canada's 45th Parliament, newly elected Conservative MPs Tamara Kronis and Roman Baber are getting used to their new seats in the backbenches of the House of Commons. They have plenty in common: both trained as lawyers, grew up in Toronto, and, in the 2025 federal election, managed to flip their ridings blue for the first time in a decade. And on top of all that, both are the offspring of Jewish immigrant families, although Baber's Canadian passport is much more recent. This is Kronis's first time in political office, although she ran unsuccessfully for the Tories in the same Vancouver Island riding of Nanaimo—Ladysmith in the 2021 election. She comes from a prominent Conservative political family: her late father, Jules, was a party operative dating back to the days of Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. Roman Baber represented the heavily Jewish Toronto riding of York Centre provincially from 2018 to 2022, during the first Doug Ford government in Ontario. Before throwing his hat into the ring federally, he ran unsuccessfully for the federal Conservative leadership, losing to his current boss, Pierre Poilievre. With Parliament having resumed May 26, these two newcomers have been learning the ropes of their new roles while navigating some historic moments. They met King Charles during his recent visit and dove headfirst into speaking up about housing affordability, the national drug-overdose crisis and important Jewish issues including antisemitism and the recent desecration of the national Holocaust monument. On today's episode of North Star (formerly The CJN Daily), Tamara Kronis and Roman Baber join to share what their first whirlwind weeks have been like. Related links Read more about Roman Baber's political career, including running for the leadership of the federal Conservative party in the election which Pierre Poilievre ultimately won in 2022 Hear Tamara Kronis explaining the International Court of Justice's 2024 hearing brought by South Africa against Israel for genocide. How the April 28, 202 federal election brought longtime Conservative politician Roman Baber and candidate Tamara Kronis to Ottawa, this time as rookie Opposition MPs. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here)

Greg Brady spoke to Chris Glover, MPP for Spadina—Fort York about Doug Ford cuts the budget for wildland firefighting and goes on vacation for 4 months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Because News, we're joined by Brandon Ash-Mohammed, Jan Caruana and Courtney Gilmour. It was a busy news week as the premiers met in Saskatoon where Doug Ford made a musical entrance and Mark Carney was dubbed 'Santa Claus.' We also check in on the Oilers' playoff run and ask, "why do the guys play Pink Pony Club in the locker room?" Plus, Anne of Green Gables gets a stage makeover, and The Price is Right Canada is here to remind us that no one knows what anything should cost anymore.

Today, we're looking at unemployment reaching 7% in the country, a nine-year high as young Canadians prepare for the summer job search. Plus, Prime Minister Mark Carney has introduced a new border security bill fraught with issues that could increase government surveillance and decrease personal privacy. And finally, Premier Doug Ford says that if negotiations fail between Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump over tariffs, he's ready to go "guns-a-blazing" in response.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford launched his most controversial piece of legislation this session, Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act. Sparking much debate from Indigenous communities and the opposition, The Agenda invites, Chief Peter Wesley of Moose Cree First Nation, Chief June Black of Apitipi Anicinapek Nation and Indigenous rights lawyers, Kate Kempton, senior counsel at Woodward and Company Lawyers LLP, and Zachary Davis, partner with Pape Salter Teillet LLP to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Ottawa's plans to fast-track infrastructure projects. The effort aims to bolster the Canadian economy, as our trade war with the U.S. stretches on. Provinces are also in a rush to expedite project approvals and reviews — the controversial Bill 5 is currently working its way through the Ontario legislature, and B.C. just narrowly passed Bill 15.Some Indigenous nations and leaders, along with conservation groups and civil liberty associations, oppose the fast-track efforts gaining momentum across Canada. And even as governments affirm their duty to consult, Indigenous leaders warn road and rail blockades may be coming.The Globe's Jeff Gray has been reporting on Premier Doug Ford's Bill 5. He'll explain the wave of fast-track legislation we're seeing across Canada, and how the effort to speed development up may actually slow things down.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

Prime Minister Mark Carney held his first meeting with Premiers since the election and by most accounts it was a big success, with Ontario's Doug Ford claiming it was the best in 10 years.The 14 leaders discussed the federal plan to fast track nation building projects and despite some rhetoric in advance of the gathering, even Alberta was encouraged about the path ahead. But will a new pipeline become a reality, can premiers expect federal funds to match their projects, was it a mistake to not have Indigenous leaders at the table, and what may be the challenges ahead? Host Cormac Mac Sweeney tries to get answers and insight from former Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

Host Joe DeMare talks about the Canadian wildfire haze blanketing the midwest and links that to Ohio's SB1 which forces public university teachers to teach global warming denial. Then he interviews Tristan Rader about the move to have Ohio join the call for a constitutional convention which would rewrite the US constitution, making environmental laws impossible. Rebecca Wood talks about her experience with Brown Bears at the Toledo Zoo. Ecological News includes records being set by California wind and solar, and Ontario's Premier Doug Ford attempting to implement Trump's energy and environmental agenda. 

Data from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat indicates that nearly 100,000 bureaucrat positions have been added to the federal government in the last decade. Quebec's Immigration Minister, Jean-François Roberge, stated that province has finally done away with Canadian multiculturalism. The Progressive Conservative government in Ontario, led by Premier Doug Ford, has unanimously approved a bill that will raise the salaries of provincial members of parliament by 35 percent. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week guest speaker Doug Ford shares on the beauty of a life spent in intimate relationship with the spirit.  INFO Website: scaccesschurch.com Weekly Updates: program.scaccesschurch.com FOLLOW Facebook: facebook.com/scaccesschurch Instagram: instagram.com/scaccesschurch YouTube: youtube.com/@scaccesschurch GIVE: give.scaccesschurch.com ABOUT: State College Access Church is a life-giving, family-oriented, non-denominational church in the State College area. Our weekend service includes contemporary worship, biblical message, and age specific kids ministry for infants through children in 5th grade.

It's a new era for corruption in Canada, but the coverage isn't keeping pace. Meanwhile, American outlets are breaking stories about Doug Ford and Brookfield. Why covering corruption isn't worth the risk and the expense for many Canadian outlets, and why the reporting that does happen often doesn't make a difference. U of T's Dr. Jack Cunningham co-hosts. Host: San GrewalCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Sam Konnert (Fact Checking), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Jack Cunningham Further Reading on Our Website Sponsors: Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data.BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative government in Ontario has leased the public space of OP to the Therme Spa company, which promises to bring wellness and democracy to the good citizens of Toronto, for a price. Bruce Van Dieten and Ann-Elizabeth Samson of Ontario Place for All join Matthew to discuss the history and possible future of Toronto's cherished public space. Bruce is "a retired busybody with nothing better to do than to lodge burrs under the saddles of politicians who see us as customers instead of citizens and treat us like obstacles." Ann Elisabeth Samson specializes in equality, innovation, and futures thinking. She founded and ran BabyCenter Canada, and led the launch of the $300M Equality Fund. She is co-chair of Ontario Place for All and as an open water swimmer and rower - loves Lake Ontario. Show Notes Ontario Place for All  “To Rid Society of Imbeciles”: The Impact of Dr. John Harvey Kellogg's Stand for Eugenics RFK Jr. Wants to Send People Addicted to Antidepressants to Government “Wellness Farms” Ontario Place  Quick Facts & Analysis + Fact Checker: Ford government's health care funding Ford government spending $525-675M on Therme Spa to get up to $380-580M in value back if it is successful for 95 years: analysis Ford says he will ‘double and triple check' Ontario Place deal after new report European Spa Company Therme Misrepresented Itself in an Effort to Expand Into Canada Province grilled over Therme's credentials to build luxury spa at Ontario Place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liberty Dispatch ~ May 01, 2025In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick unpack the results of the Canadian election 2025. Subscribe or follow our new Substack page: https://ldcanada.substack.com/;Segment 1 - Mark Carney is Prime Minister:"Mark Carney's full speech as Liberals set to return to power" | The Globe and Mail: https://www.youtube.com/live/ZvF7gM6wdOI?si=cJS37MhIzK0my_yl;"Pierre Poilievre concession speech" | National Post: https://youtu.be/LQRBTf5xS1Y?si=FlKlxFkhtppQYZkS; FULL SPEECH | Singh announces he’ll step down as NDP leader | CBC News: https://youtu.be/3xnSIuumnO4?si=CcoGnL8i4kn1wFDz; Segment 2 - Thoughts from CONservatives:"Jamil Jivani slams Doug Ford during fiery interview" | CBC News: https://youtube.com/shorts/2A6Eji6Wc3E?si=WVBkazUQEa6h9Xk7; "Doug Ford comments on federal election results" – April 29, 2025 | CPAC: https://youtu.be/7Fv7yC9sOUI?si=kI6GgeTaoirC1s5x; Segment 3 - Danielle Smith and Alberta:Danielle Smith Presser: https://youtu.be/Ak4mkxb-PeE?si=0Phl6694VzK3udP9; "Danielle Smith warns Mark Carney that the status quo can't hold" | National Post: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/danielle-smith-warns-mark-carney-that-the-status-quo-cant-hold;"Danielle Smith moves closer to referendum on Alberta secession" | The Deep Dive: https://thedeepdive.ca/danielle-smith-moves-closer-to-referendum-on-alberta-secession;SHOW SPONSORS:Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/dispatch;BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://www.barterit.ca/;Get freedom from Censorious CRMS by signing up for SalesNexus: https://www.salesnexus.com/;PLEXUS Worldwide: Reboot your health today! email them @ healthandliberty@proton.me or go to http://plexusworldwide.ca/healthandliberty; SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; CONTACT US: libertydispatch@pm.me STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_dispatch/; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LibertyDispatchCanada; X: @LDCanada - https://x.com/_LDCanada; Rumble: https://rumble.com/LDshow; YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@libertydispatch Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW, and SHARE it with others!

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Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureLee Zeldin is going to show the world that the green new scam was not needed to have clean air, land and water on the planet. Fake news pushing recession. We are in a recession and the Fed will most likely use it to crash the market. Countries are now backing off tariffs, Trump is winning. This is the first phase of the plan. The [DS] is doing what they do best, destroy themselves, the more they do the worse it gets for them. The D's approval rating is down to 21% and dropping. Trump is shutting down the funding to the [DS] WW, this will bring their operation to a screeching halt. Elon has now confirmed that he has found the generals who have been coordinating the attacks on Tesla. The attacks are coordinated and funded. The world is watching.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Trump's tariffs could cause a recession, experts say. Here's how.   A policy of wide-ranging levies on foreign goods could tip the U.S. into a recession, experts said. They pointed to risks of a slowdown for businesses mired in higher tax costs, as well as a shopping slump as consumers curtail spending to pad their savings to help weather price increases and a possible economic downturn.   Source; abcnews.com https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1907104700421312760 Canadian leader Doug Ford proposes eliminating tariffs on US imports — if President Trump does the same Ontario Premier Doug Ford proposed Wednesday that Canada could drop its tariffs on US imports — if President Trump did the same for America's northern neighbor. “President Trump's tariffs will put millions of American jobs at risk and raise costs for families across the U.S.,” Ford wrote on X ahead of the US president's expected “Liberation Day” announcement. “I'll be making the case all day directly to Americans: drop the tariffs and let's work together to be the richest and safest two countries on the planet.” Source: nypost.com https://twitter.com/IanJaeger29/status/1907467325055607016?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1907467325055607016%7Ctwgr%5Ee1d580759bdd75ecd44c19acd9980ff584c9dfa3%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftownhall.com%2Ftipsheet%2Fjeff-charles%2F2025%2F04%2F02%2Fmexico-backs-down-in-tariff-war-n2654901 https://twitter.com/ExxAlerts/status/1907238553135763503 Hiring Accelerates in March Despite Tariff Hysteria, ADP Reports Private-sector job growth accelerated in March, according to data released Wednesday by ADP, countering gloomy predictions that tariffs would slam the brakes on the labor market. Instead, hiring came in stronger than expected, with 155,000 jobs added across the U.S. economy—even as corporate media and left-leaning economists warn daily of a looming slowdown. Professional and business services led the way with 57,000 new jobs, followed by financial activities with 38,000 and manufacturing with 21,000. In other words, despite the policy “uncertainty” and alleged “downbeat” consumer mood cited by critics of the Trump administration's trade agenda, businesses kept hiring at a healthy clip. Source: breitbart.com   Looks Like Wall Street and GOPe Has Picked Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to Attack for Tariffs They Hate  Wall Street, the Bankers, the Hedge Funds, the multinational corporations, K-Street Lobbying firms, Democrats, Republicans, leftists, globalists, and every other segment of the financial media who define themselves through the prism of their bank accounts, need someone else to blame for the Trump tariffs; because Trump doesn...