BC invests in a major LNG project, an Alberta petition wants to see the province stay Canadian, and Poilievre’s byelection sees over 200 candidates. Also, US tariffs increase while the government is on vacation. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:00:27 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
A senator looks at lowering Canada’s voting age, the average Canadian family pays 42.3% of income on tax, and a couple former MLAs join the Alberta Party. Also, several Quebec corporations sue the federal government over TFW changes. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:01:03 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Carney admits a US trade deal may include tariffs, the BC government restores drug funding for a young girl, and Danielle Smith muses pulling out of supply management. Also, Canada’s justice system gives more lenient sentences to non-Canadians. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:02:08 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Carney’s ethics screen includes 103 companies, Premiers Ford and Smith show economic unity, and BC’s jobs numbers are not as rosy as presented by the media. Also, a CBC host’s resignation shows the organization’s struggle with bias. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 59:39 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Victoria allocates over $10M for public safety, Smith plans for a provincial Sheriff’s police service, and a poll asks if Canadians are willing to die for Canada. Also, a federal board deems our first Prime Minister too controversial. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:07:34 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
CSIS warns the public of Khalistani extremism, undocumented immigrants want free education in Alberta, and Elections BC tries to cover up their mistakes on election night. Also, Trump calls off trade talks with Canada again. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 56:50 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
The Liberals’ fast track project bill passes with Conservative support, Carney and Trump want a trade deal within 30 days, and another Vancouver housing developer faces layoffs. Also, Canada’s evacuation response in the Middle East faces more criticism. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:04:39 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Carney promises that Canada will meet NATO’s 2% target, BC Ferries selects a Chinese shipyard to build new vessels, and Danielle Smith says no to new Alberta national parks. Also, CBC’s immigration fraud story sheds light on our still high intake numbers. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:08:05 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
The Premiers meeting shows hope for the future, zoning bylaws divide Edmonton’s council, and David Eby rejects any notion of a second oil pipeline. Also, the Strong Borders Act may be more about internet privacy. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 59:11 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
King Charles reads the throne speech, the federal recounts are finally done, and Alberta is ensuring age appropriate material in school libraries. Also, BC’s drug crisis is getting even worse. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 55:14 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
We look back on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s time in office, including his greatest hits, scandals, and all of the dumb things he said or did over the past 10 years. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:07:31 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
We discuss Mark Carney’s cabinet picks, controversies, and regional representation. We also look at BC’s faltering union negotiations and Canada’s silent removal of US tariffs. Also, the one vote difference in Terrebonne could have lasting impacts. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 56:46 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
The federal NDP are asking for official party status, the Alberta UCP are navigating an independence movement, and the BC NDP’s fast tracking legislation hits some hurdles. Also Parkland Fuels may be bought by an American company. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 54:38 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
We discuss the federal election results including the NDP’s woes, Conservative’s gains and Carney’s eventual win. We look at how the results matter for BC and Alberta, and also Niagara Falls’ unchecked immigration problems. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:03:28 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Another report details repressive foreign interference in Canada, an Alberta farmer is arrested for overselling eggs, and the Conservatives release their 100 day platform. Also Mark Carney changes his story on Trump’s phone call. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:02:26 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
A Liberal candidate invited Chinese influence into the campaign, Carney’s platform puts Canada further into debt, and a new Alberta addictions plan looks at involuntary treatment. Also, Liberal staffers spread disinformation buttons. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:06:22 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Mark Carney makes a confusing statement about Israel and Hamas, the US is going to hike softwood lumber duties again, and Alberta wants to change healthcare to an activity-based model. Also, the Liberals’ ties to China are growing more concerning. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:04:02 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
We talk about the reliability of polls, Mark Carney pledges $150M to the CBC, and the Liberals refuse to repeal Bill C-69. Also, BC’s carbon tax is reluctantly scrapped by the NDP at the last minute. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:02:08 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
We talk about the rise of precarity in Canada, Edmonton’s mayor Amarjeet Sohi is running for the federal Liberals, and David Eby partially backs down from his undemocratic bill. Also, we look at the relationship between Mark Carney’s assets and China. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:09:44 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
China is imposing tariffs on Canadian canola, Danielle Smith has a list of national unity demands, and David Eby continues his trade crusade against the US. Also, we look at Canada’s unhappiness and the idea of a lost decade. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:03:37 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Andagger Herc
Good source of information but,, these 2 fellas are soft like sausages and live in the woke world with pleasure.
Riley Giasson
Basically, please stop using the word "basically" so much lol. Otherwise I'm excited for this series you guys are doing. I find listening to it worthwhile.
Robbie Burns
If you guys want to actually convince people that you are not a "right-wing" show, you'll need to put in a little more effort in to hide the sarcasm and contempt in your voices when mentioning leftist policies, or discussing the Alberta NDP and Federal Liberals.