Canada's Immigration Changes | Citizen | 028
We’re breaking down the Prime Minister’s big announcement about immigration plans and policy changes for 2025-2027. What do these changes mean for Canada’s future? How will they affect our communities and economy? We’ll talk through the details, share different perspectives, and help make sense of what’s ahead—all in a way that’s easy to understand and free from political spin.
Episodes
Alberta's Exit : Closer than you think? | Jason Lavigne
May 21, 2025
Alberta wants out. But is separation just political theatre—or a legitimate path forward? We're joined by Jason Lavigne, host of The Lavigne Show and Regional Leader/Media Relations for the Alberta Prosperity project. He breaks down what the project stands for and the underlying frustrations fuelling Alberta's desire to separate from Canada.
What's the Problem With Canadian Oil? | Kevin Tucker
May 21, 2025
Canada produces some of the cleanest oil on the planet—so why is our government trying to shut it down? On today’s episode, Kevin Tucker (host of the Great Northern Discussion Podcast) joins us to unpack the facts about Canadian oil, our global leadership in clean energy innovation, and the political agenda that seems determined to cripple one of our greatest national advantages. Is this really about the environment—or something else entirely?
Debriefing Carney's Meeting with Trump
May 13, 2025
On the heels of the federal election, we're discussing the latest developments in Canada: Mark Carney's meeting with Donald Trump, the true nature of their relationship, and Danielle Smith's comments on an independence referendum for Alberta. Are things about to change for good?
What's Next for Canada, Pierre Poilievre, and Alberta?
May 6, 2025
Now that Prime Minister Mark Carney has won the election with a minority Liberal government, where does Canada go from here? Today, we're unpacking the results of the election that will shape our nation's future—discussing how Prime Minister Carney will govern, what's next for Pierre Poilievre, and whether Alberta's separatist movement might hit the boiling point in the near future.
No Way Up: Canada’s Social Ladder Is Broken
May 6, 2025
Is Canada facing more "snakes" than "ladders" on the social mobility board? In this episode, we delve into the 2025 Policy Horizons Canada report that envisions a Canada in 2040 where upward social mobility is a rarity. We explore some of the contributing factors: diminishing returns of post-secondary education, the escalating housing crisis, and the entrenchment of intergenerational wealth. We also examine the costed platforms of both the Liberal and Conservative parties in light of next week's election. Join us as we look ahead to Canada's potential future.
The Biggest Election Questions
April 22, 2025
Today we dive into the biggest questions shaping Canada’s future: Did Mark Carney really renounce his British and Irish citizenships—and why does it matter? Are the polls actually reflecting the will of the people, or just media spin? As the election race heats up, we look at what a head-to-head between Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney might look like. Plus, a chilling look at the growing restrictions on freedom of speech in Canada—are we still the free country we claim to be?