The Candice Malcolm Show Podcast

This is one episode you’re not going to want to miss. On today’s very special episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice and Juno News co-founder Keean Bexte discuss a letter he received from the Commissioner of Elections Canada informing him that he’s being investigated under Section 91 of the Canada Elections Act for supposedly knowingly misleading the public during an election. If found guilty, Keean faces up to five years in prison and a $50,000 fine. Juno News unequivocally stands by our story and our reporter. These allegations are false and that this investigation is politically motivated – with the intent of intimidating independent journalists and silencing dissent against the governing Liberals. And we need your help to fight back. The Liberals are betting they can wear us down, bankrupt us, and send a warning to every journalist in the country. They’re dead wrong. Go to DefendJuno.com to find out how you can help us fight back. On today’s show, Candice and Keean discuss his report that prompted this investigation, where he painstakingly documented several disturbing allegations against former Liberal candidate Thomas Keeper based on firsthand testimonials from multiple independent sources. Keean even visited the Liberal Party campaign office in Calgary to hand deliver questions to Thomas Keeper – and Keeper called the police and made false allegations against him. Keeper did not sue Juno News directly or allege defamation. Instead, the Liberal Government is bullying us with a criminal investigation. As Candice reports, the Trudeau Government made changes to the Canada Elections Act back in 2019, using the Russia-gate hoax as justification. The Canadian Constitution Foundation challenged the law, and in 2021 it was struck down as unconstitutional by an Ontario judge. The Trudeau Government made minor edits to the law, and this appears to be the first time anyone in Canada has been investigated under this act. There are three different tests that would need to be met in order for the government to charge Keean: That he lied in his reporting That he knew he was lying, and reported it anyway That he intentionally wanted to interfere with the election by lying All three of these allegations are wrong. Our story is based on corroborated first-hand accounts from multiple independent sources, so Keean didn’t lie – he certainly didn’t knowingly lie, and we released it to inform the public – not sway the election. Find out more about this story at DefendJuno.com Thank you to unsmoke.com for sponsoring today’s episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice discusses Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s announcement over the weekend calling for Castle Law-type changes to the criminal code to allow Canadians to use force – including lethal force if necessary – to defend themselves from intruders and attackers. Liberal Attorney General Sean Fraser clapped back at Poilievre and wrote on X:”‘This isn’t the Wild West. It’s Canada.” As Candice points out – that didn’t age well, as the long weekend saw two gruesome examples of home invasion violence in Ontario, including the horrifying story of a man who was murdered in the middle of the night by intruders, right in front of his wife and small children. Candice is joined by Erika Barootes, founding President of the United Conservative Party of Alberta and Department Head of Applied Politics and Public Affairs at MaKami College. They discuss how the Liberals created this public safety crisis and how Canadians need to be able to defend themselves and their homes. Next, they discuss the latest from Alberta and Premier Danielle Smith’s sensible policy to remove sexual and pornographic materials from Alberta schools. In response, the Edmonton Public School Board removed from than 200 books from its libraries – including classic novels that are in no way problematic. Smith responded by eviscerating the school board and calling out their attempt at “vicious compliance.” Thank you to MaKami College for sponsoring this episode. Enroll in their applied politics diploma program and earn a $500 Juno News scholarship! Learn more at CandiceMalcolm.com/MaKami Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice shares documents that Juno News has uncovered showing that CBC has hired at least 20 temporary foreign workers in their Ontario offices. As Candice reports, the CBC has used Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) to claim they cannot find Canadian workers to fill these positions. The CBC, since 2015, has filed at least 20 of these in Ontario, including for positions they deem “high wage.” CBC claims to represent Canadian culture while taking $1.4B annually from the taxpayer, and yet, they prioritize hiring foreigners over Canadians. Later in the show, Candice is joined by Juno News host Alexander Brown to discuss the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and how it has led to record youth unemployment. They discuss Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s comments yesterday in PEI condemning the Liberal management of the TFWP and his prediction that the numbers will continue to rise despite Liberal promises to cap the program. They also discuss Conservative Immigration Critic Michelle Rempel Garner’s work exposing LMIA and TFWP scams. Next, they discuss a new lawsuit against the CBC over its unwillingness to disclose subscription numbers for their lacklustre streaming service Gem. The CBC takes taxpayer money, then turns around and charges a premium to watch its programming, and on top of that, they’re using even more taxpayer resources to go to court to block an access to information request and defend their lack of transparency. Typical CBC. Thank you to ExpressVPN for sponsoring this episode. Juno News viewers get a special 4 month free offer at www.CandiceMalcolm.com/ExpressVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice talks about how progressive virtue signalling and performative wokeism are destroying our country. In British Columbia, woke activists, academics and the NDP government officials routinely use terms like: settlers, colonizers and “uninvited guests” to describe Canadians. So it’s no surprise that some First Nations are taking this literally. A beautiful provincial park just north of Whistler will close for the third time this year to “settlers” and only verified First Nations members can enter. Yes, in Canada in 2025, your race and bloodline determine where you can and cannot go. This is what apartheid looks like. Candice is joined by political thinker Caroline Elliot, who holds a PhD in political thought and works as a Senior Fellow with the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy. Caroline argues that Canada is heading in a dark direction. They discuss the distorted coverage by the legacy media – who hand wave and justify these race-based closures – and talk about the real implications of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and its accompanying legislation in British Columbia. Finally, they discuss the uncomfortable details of the recent B.C. Supreme Court ruling that gave 800 acres of private and public property to a First Nation tribe. In the written evidence, we learned how the Cowichan First Nation was able to obtain that land – through extreme acts of violence and barbaric force. So why does their historic use of force give them the right to the land, but early French and English explorers who conquered and developed Canada are seen as illegitimate? Next, Candice speaks to Alberta lawyer Ricky Bagga about proposed changes to Alberta’s insurance laws that he argues strips away rights and imposes a top down model onto Albertans. You can learn more by visiting https://www.AlbertansAgainstNoFault.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement that he will drop all retaliatory tariffs against the Americans. In other worlds, Elbows Down! Candice brings receipts and shows the many times that Carney said the exact opposite – during the Liberal leadership race and repeatedly throughout the election campaign. But here’s the thing about “Elbows Up” – it was always a lie. It was created as a partisan Liberal campaign slogan to revive their dying party. The government media pretended “Elbows Up” was a universal Canadian grassroots movement of patriotism and unity – but it wasn’t. It was always partisan. And it was always a lie. The reality is that Carney’s plan all along was to cave. Juno News reported this back in March – that Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer told insiders that Carney would “quietly cave” to the Americans after the campaign. And that’s exactly what happened. Later in the episode, Candice is joined by National Telegraph’s Wyatt Claypool and they discuss how the Liberals have already broken their promises on immigration, and a new poll showing Poilievre back on top. Thank you to the sponsor of today’s episode, https://www.unsmoke.ca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims takes a hard look at Ottawa’s waste and overspending — and what Canadians can expect when Parliament returns. Since 2016, the federal government has added 99,000 bureaucrats, driving costs up by 77%. Yet half of Canadians say federal services have gotten worse. At the same time, nearly 40% of federal bureaucrats now collect six-figure salaries. The examples of waste are endless, from bizarre arts grants and DEI projects to billions shipped overseas, all while working families struggle to afford basics. Kris is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation federal director Franco Terrazzano to dig into the numbers. Together, they highlight how ordinary Canadians are paying more while getting less in return. Franco predicts that the fall session will bring major fights over Carney’s hidden industrial carbon tax, the costly electric vehicle mandate that kicks in next year, and a federal debt that has already soared past $1 trillion. And despite these failures, Ottawa still finds room for bonuses. From ArriveCan to CMHC, government executives continue to reward themselves with millions — even when Canadians are falling behind and services are breaking down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice discusses the shocking state of Canada’s healthcare system. Did you know that nearly 75,000 Canadians have died while waiting for care since 2018? More than 28,000 died in 2024 alone. This is not normal. Canada needs to get serious about reforms to our healthcare system. Candice is joined by Colin Craig of SecondStreet.Org to discuss his new documentary Fixing Canada’s Health Care: Lessons from Japan. Candice and Colin discuss the major differences between our two country’s universal healthcare systems, and how Japan rewards innovation and growth while Canada punishes and restricts those things. Colin discusses new changes coming in Alberta that could make that province a leader in health reform, and they discuss how more and more Canadians want change and are open to innovations and changes to our healthcare model. Candice discusses a recent poll that showed half of young Canadians wanted more private options in our healthcare system. This episode is brought to you by unsmoke, to learn more visit https://www.unsmoke.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show guest host Kris Sims dives into Ottawa’s gun confiscation plan. The federal Liberals, with Prime Minister Mark Carney now at the helm, are moving ahead with a billion-dollar program to seize lawfully purchased firearms. Sims explains why this isn’t a “buyback” but outright confiscation of private property—punishing hunters, farmers, and sport shooters while doing nothing to target gang-related crime. Joining the show is Rod Giltaca, CEO of the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights, who details the staggering costs, the devastating impact on firearms retailers, and how Ottawa has rejected even modest compromise proposals like grandfathering. Also on the program, Toronto Police Association president Clayton Campbell breaks down why frontline officers oppose the scheme. Campbell points out that 90% of crime guns in Toronto come from illegal U.S. smuggling—not law-abiding gun owners—and warns that police resources will be wasted on paperwork instead of tackling gangs and keeping violent repeat offenders behind bars. Kris highlights the lessons from the failed Long Gun Registry, which ballooned from $2 million to $2 billion, and asks why taxpayers should foot the bill for another boondoggle. Both guests stress that Canadians should be alarmed: this is a reckless assault on property rights, public safety, and common sense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims covers Pierre Poilievre’s landslide byelection win in Battle River–Crowfoot, where the Conservative leader secured more than 80% of the vote. Kris urged Poilievre to oppose the ban on gas and diesel vehicles and to fight the industrial carbon tax. Kris is joined by Christine Van Geyn, Litigation Director of the Canadian Constitution Foundation, to examine how Canadians’ freedoms are increasingly under attack in the name of “safety.” They discuss Nova Scotia’s sweeping forest closures and massive fines for simply walking in the woods — a policy the CCF is challenging in court — and how government overreach chills free expression. Kris and Christine also highlight the disturbing trend of municipalities cancelling permits for Christian worship events. They point to the case of Sean Feucht, an American worship leader who has been coming to Canada for two decades without issue, suddenly finding his events targeted and shut down by local governments. Cities across the country have either pulled his permits or denied them outright, often citing vague safety concerns or labelling him too controversial. Christine warns that this is a clear example of censorship-by-bureaucracy, where politicians and officials hide behind process to silence voices they don’t like. She stresses that freedom of religion and freedom of expression apply to all Canadians, and that governments should not be allowed to discriminate against speech or worship just because it may offend some people. They also discuss Christine’s new children’s book, Maple’s Garden, which teaches kids about free expression and why it is the foundation of every other liberty we enjoy. As Christine explains, without the ability to speak freely and gather peacefully, Canadians lose the most powerful tool they have to hold government accountable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims takes on two of the most pressing issues facing Canadians: the Carney Liberals’ unrealistic electric vehicle mandate and Ottawa’s stranglehold on Canada’s media. A new Leger poll shows Canadians are rejecting the 2035 EV ban. Nearly 70% say it’s unrealistic, while 71% say the mandate should be rolled back. Even among Liberal voters, most oppose it. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has warned the mandate would cost at least $300 billion in grid upgrades and charging stations, while destroying rural communities and wiping out Canada’s auto sector. Kris is joined by Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy and a former Liberal MP, to break down exactly why this policy is unaffordable, unworkable, and damaging to the auto industry. McTeague explains that quotas begin in January 2026 — just four months away — and will hammer car dealers with penalties while driving up prices for consumers. Kris also exposes to the government’s media agenda, recently criticized by no less than the US State Department. The Online News Act was supposed to “save journalism,” but instead gutted independent outlets as Meta blocked Canadian news. Google cut a $100-million deal, yet most of the money flows to legacy outlets like the CBC, already swimming in $1.4 billion in taxpayer funding despite rock-bottom ratings. The result: Canadians get less access to news and more government-funded propaganda, while everyday families brace for higher costs under a $300B EV fantasy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this very special episode of the ‘Candice Malcolm Show,’ Candice discusses the importance of independent media pushing back against the legacy press narratives that promote a “post-truth” society. To celebrate Juno News’ 6 month anniversary, Candice welcomes co-founder Keean Bexte to chat about some of their biggest moments and the most important news stories during this incredible journey so far. In today’s other big news, Candice highlights a new public opinion survey done by Angus Reid that shows a clear majority of Canadians say they need more evidence – including excavations – to determine if unmarked or mass graves really exist at Residential Schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice explains the recent landmark ruling from the B.C. Supreme Court that declares existing title to be “defective and invalid” – thus taking away established property rights. Justice Barbara Young ruled that 800 acres in Richmond, BC – including industrial property owned and managed by different levels of government as well as privately held land – “have established Aboriginal title” and thus rightfully belong to the Cowachan Tribes. Other local First Nations, including the Musquem Indian Band and Tsawwassen First Nations, are upset by the ruling as they also claim title to this land. As Candice points out, this is what the LAND BACK activists have been calling for. This is why they force us to listen to “land acknowledgements.” They believe Canada is an illegitimate country, that Canadians are mere “settlers” and that the land belongs to the various First Nations tribes that make competing claims. And they have legal precedent, thanks to this insane court ruling. Candice is joined by B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad to discuss this ruling and what it means for British Columbia, specifically property owners. John Rustad has called for an urgent appeal of this ruling, stating that it threatens private property and investment into B.C. Candice and John discuss how this ruling is downstream from the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP), and corresponding legislation in B.C. and Canada. Next, they talk about the B.C. NDP government’s excessive spending and their catch-and-release crime policies that are making B.C. more dangerous. Finally, they discuss the future of the B.C. Conservative Party and his leadership review this fall. Thank you to Unsmoke for sponsoring today’s episode. You can learn more at https://www.unsmoke.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice first discusses a small victory for freedom in Canada: the Alberta government has bucked the trend of banning Christian singer Shawn Feucht and instead has given him a permit to perform on the Legislature grounds. This is a victory for independent media who are fighting back against the CBC smear campaign that started all of this. Next, Candice sets her sights on the authoritarian forest bans in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. She discusses the confused rationale behind these bans – are they to prevent forest fires? To clear out the forests? To keep people safe from accidental injuries? Or are they simply about control? Candice walks us through the many examples of legacy media figures and Liberal activists defending the bans and cheering on excessive abuse of government power, including a veteran who was fined $28,800 for walking into the forest. Candice discusses the real danger for all Canadians: once governments normalize the use of lockdowns, outdoor bans and shelter-in-place policies – as they did during COVID – they will continue to use them whenever they want. This is the road to serfdom. Finally, Candice is joined by Rocklinc CEO and financial advisor Jonathan Wellum to discuss the real cause of economic pain in Canada: reckless government policies that devalue the currency and prevent economic growth. Thank you to Rocklinc for sponsoring this episode. You can find out more about their anti-globalist investing strategies at https://www.Rocklinc.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims takes aim at Mark Carney’s taxpayer-funded vacation and ask why Parliament is working fewer sitting days than ever, even as the cost of MPs and the federal bureaucracy keeps climbing. Kris is joined by Money Talks host Michael Campbell for an in-depth look at how the Liberal government has squandered opportunities to develop markets for liquefied natural gas and other valuable natural resources, leaving billions of dollars on the table and undermining Canada’s economic position. Michael explains how regulatory and political roadblocks — including Indigenous veto powers and last Friday’s Supreme Court ruling in B.C. that puts private property rights into question — are adding new uncertainty for resource development and investment. They also dig into how these missed opportunities are leaving Canada at a disadvantage in a growing trade dispute with the United States, and why Ottawa’s energy and resource policies are out of step with global trends. Kris and Michael break down the federal electric vehicle mandate, examining its massive cost, questionable benefits, and the serious implications for Canadian industries, jobs, and taxpayers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice revisits the 2021 moral panic surrounding the unmarked graves. She discusses the original claims and how the legacy media blew it out of proportion and helped turn it into a hoax. Candice corrects the record by demonstrating with facts and research that no remains have been found to-date at Indian Residential Schools. She talks about the book Grave Error, which meticulously documents the historical background of these residential schools and debunks the false media narratives, including the outrageously false claim that genocide occurred. Candice welcomes one of the authors of this book, Professor Frances Widdowson, who has been travelling the country and trying to set the record straight and insert truth back into the conversation. This episode is brought to you by ‘Albertans Against No Fault Insurance’ Find out more here: ⁠https://AlbertansAgainstNoFault.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice is joined by Canada’s #1 TikTok influencer and political commentator Mario Zelaya. They start the show by talking about how conservatives are winning the culture war in the U.S., but what about in Canada? Candice shares a few examples of how common sense is prevailing and how we still have our work cut out for us in fighting the extreme woke ideology. Next, they talk about a reporter’s question to Prime Minister Carney about why he’s putting his elbows down against President Trump. Carney provides a careful, corporate-speak response that Mario critiques as a “word salad.” Finally, they discuss Carney’s answer to the question of whether he’ll kill the Online News Act, how young people are becoming more conservative and why Liberals need to censor the internet in order to survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice details the colossal failure of the Elbows Up political campaign. Prime Minister Mark Carney OVER promised and has UNDER delivered on his key election promise – to stand up to President Donald Trump and negotiate a deal. Instead, the August 1 trade deadline came and went, and Carney failed to secure so much as a phone call with the U.S. President. Instead, Carney sent his Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc to Washington, and he ALSO FAILED to secure any meaningful meetings with his American counterparts. This is a profound failure, and it’s worth repeating. Carney did not get the job done. Candice welcomes Alexander Brown, director at the National Citizens Coalition and host of the new Juno News show Not Sorry. They discuss Carney’s failures and the bait and switch Carney pulled on Canadians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of The Candice Malcolm Show, guest host Kris Sims explains why Canada’s EV mandate is doomed to fail—and reveals the stunning growth of CBC’s six-figure bureaucracy. The federal government wants to ban the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035. But Canada’s grid can’t support it, rural drivers are being ignored, and most Canadians simply can’t afford the shift. Kris breaks down why the mandate is unrealistic, expensive, and bound to fail. Then, Kris is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation federal director Franco Terrazzano to expose new access-to-information findings about six-figure compensation at CBC/Radio-Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney's announcement that he will recognize statehood for Palestine, based on pie-in-the-sky demands that will never be adhered to or followed. Offering statehood to a country ruled by terrorists, as a direct result of a terror attack and while the terror group are still holding approximately 50 civilian hostages, is a radical and reckless policy, Candice argues. It’s the clear result of pandering to radical Islamists in the Liberal Party and in Liberal ridings – most of which were admitted to Canada under the Liberal’s open border policies. Candice welcomes journalist Alexa Lavoie to discuss her coverage of Palestinian mobs, including those who showed up to oppose Christian singer and worship leader Sean Feucht in Montreal. Alexa caught on video a radical activist throwing smoke bombs into the church during a church service – a clear violation of Canada’s criminal code. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices