Ottawa Is Losing Control Of The Story — Literally

Ottawa Is Losing Control Of The Story — Literally

Where IS the money from the Gordie Howe Bridge deal actually going? Nobody in Ottawa seems to agree. This week on Inside Politics, Kevin Klein sits down with University of Manitoba political science professor and Winnipeg Sun-Tribune columnist Royce Koop to break down a week of shifting, contradictory explanations from the Carney government on the Canada-U.S. bridge revenue deal — and what it says about Canada's negotiating position heading into the much bigger CUSMA renegotiation. Then the conversation turns to a story hitting close to home: the collapse of local media in Canada. Station closures. Cancelled morning shows. Jobs disappearing across the industry. Meanwhile, federal advertising dollars are flowing to CBC, Netflix, and YouTube instead of the community outlets actually covering your city hall and school board. Klein and Koop don't pull punches on the CBC's funding, its new international bureaus, and a proposal Klein has taken straight to MPs: if CBC keeps public money, take away its ad sales — just like radio. Plus: why Ontario's local-advertising rule is working, and why Manitoba and Ottawa haven't touched it. 🔹 The Gordie Howe Bridge revenue confusion, explained 🔹 What it signals about Carney's approach to CUSMA 🔹 Why Canadian manufacturers are eyeing the exit south 🔹 The real story behind CBC funding and the Google news deal 🔹 A local-media fix that's already working in Ontario 📰 Read Royce Koop's columns on the bridge deal and federal advertising this weekend at WinnipegSun.com 👍 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment — what do you think Ottawa should do differently? #InsidePolitics #WinnipegSun #Manitoba #CanadianPolitics #MarkCarney #GordieHoweBridge #CBC #CUSMA #LocalNews

Is Canada Heading Toward Collapse?

Canada’s political divide is growing — and this episode of Inside Politics pulls no punches. Kevin Klein is joined by Winnipeg Sun columnists Lawrence Pinsky, KC, and former Liberal MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette for a fiery discussion on Mark Carney’s economic update, Canada’s exploding deficit, Alberta separation fears, pipelines, inflation, food bank use, and the growing frustration many Canadians feel toward government. The panel debates whether Canada is heading in the wrong direction as affordability continues to dominate everyday life. Is the federal government doing enough to create jobs? Why are more Canadians struggling despite massive government spending? And what happens if Alberta’s growing anger toward Ottawa reaches a breaking point? The conversation also dives into Keystone-style pipeline politics, the future of Canada’s energy sector, Western alienation, social media influence, voter apathy, and whether politicians have lost touch with ordinary Canadians. Plus: * Is Mark Carney simply Trudeau 2.0? * Why are Canadians tuning out politics? * Could Alberta separation become a real national crisis? * Are governments focusing on optics instead of results? * Is Canada’s economy being managed — or manipulated? This is one of the most intense and wide-ranging episodes of Inside Politics yet. If you care about Canada’s future, the economy, affordability, pipelines, taxes, political division, or the growing disconnect between politicians and voters, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Subscribe, follow, and share Inside Canadian Politics with Kevin Klein for weekly debates on the issues shaping Canada today.

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Canada’s electric vehicle dream is running out of gas — and the latest episode of Inside Politics doesn’t pull a single punch. Winnipeg Sun publisher Kevin Klein is joined once again by Sun columnists Lawrence Pinsky, KC, and former Liberal MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette for a heated debate over Ottawa’s collapsing green agenda, Canada’s struggling economy and the billions of taxpayer dollars tied to EV projects that may never materialize. The conversation explodes almost immediately as the panel dissects reports that Honda is reconsidering its massive EV investment in Canada, joining a growing list of electric vehicle projects now facing delays, uncertainty or outright cancellation. Pinsky calls the Liberal government’s industrial policy a “complete failure,” while Klein argues Canadians are paying more in taxes and fuel costs while seeing little economic benefit in return. At the centre of the debate is a staggering figure: hundreds of billions spent on green initiatives, subsidies and net-zero policies — with critics now questioning whether the promised jobs and economic boom were ever realistic. The panel also dives deep into Canada’s worsening economic anxiety. Food prices remain painfully high. Families are struggling with rising costs. Small businesses are disappearing. Meanwhile, politicians continue promising green transformations many Canadians no longer believe will happen. Ouellette offers a different perspective, arguing that climate concerns remain real for many voters and that governments are trying to balance economic growth with environmental responsibility. But even he acknowledges growing frustration with the slow pace of results and the uncertainty surrounding Canada’s future competitiveness. The discussion soon broadens into a fierce argument over pipelines, trade, Alberta separatism and Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership. Is Ottawa sacrificing Canada’s economy to chase global climate credibility? Why does Eastern Canada still import foreign oil while Alberta struggles to get pipelines approved? Has Canada become so consumed with politics that leaders now care more about re-election than solving real problems? The sparks fly throughout the episode as the panel debates Donald Trump, Europe’s environmental agenda, government spending, and whether Canada is slowly pricing itself out of prosperity. For viewers tired of scripted political talking points, Inside Politics delivers something increasingly rare: raw, unscripted debate from voices willing to challenge each other openly. The full episode is now streaming online and already generating strong reaction from Canadians worried about jobs, affordability and the future of the country. #politics #canadapolitics #canada

Billion Dollar Fines?! Manitoba’s Wild Social Media Plan

In this explosive episode of Inside Politics, Kevin Klein is joined by Winnipeg Sun columnists Lawrence Pinsky and Robert-Falcon Ouellette to break down Premier Wab Kinew’s controversial plan to restrict social media access for youth—and slap tech companies with billion-dollar fines. Sounds bold. But is it realistic… or just political theatre? The panel digs into the real questions: Can the government actually control social media use? Will this protect kids—or push them to find workarounds? Is this about safety… or control? And why are politicians who rely on social media suddenly trying to regulate it? From failed attempts in other countries to the growing frustration among parents and voters, this conversation pulls no punches. You’ll hear arguments on responsibility, freedom, government overreach—and whether this plan is even enforceable. Plus, the discussion goes deeper: 📉 Are politicians distracting from bigger issues? 📢 Is social media shaping politics more than ever before? 🗳️ Why are voters tuning out—and does it matter? This is the debate everyone is having—but few are willing to say out loud. 👉 Watch now and decide for yourself. 💬 Join the conversation: Should kids under 16 be banned from social media? 👍 Like, subscribe, and share to support independent local journalism. 📰 Read more at WinnipegSun.com #InsidePolitics #Manitoba #WabKinew #SocialMediaBan #CanadaPolitics #FreeSpeech #BigTech #News #WinnipegSun

Canada’s Cost of Living Crisis Just Got Worse

A ballooning deficit, rising food bank use, stalled pipelines and a growing sense of economic unease—this week’s episode of Inside Politics doesn’t hold back. Host Kevin Klein is joined by Winnipeg Sun columnists Lawrence Pinsky and former Liberal MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette for a fast-paced, sharply divided discussion on Canada’s spring economic update—and what it means for everyday Canadians. The headline number is hard to ignore: a federal deficit nearing $70 billion. But what grabbed the panel’s attention is what’s behind it. Pinsky calls the government’s plan “depressing” and warns Canada is on a “path to decline,” arguing that borrowed money and increased spending are masking deeper structural problems. His criticism of a proposed “sovereign wealth fund”—which he describes as “a sovereign debt fund”—adds fuel to an already fiery debate. Ouellette offers a more measured view, pointing to an unexpected surge in oil revenues that helped soften the blow. Without it, he suggests, the deficit could have been far worse. But even he acknowledges underlying risks, noting that government spending appears to be propping up economic growth at a time when many Canadians are struggling to keep up. And that’s where the conversation hits home. From grocery store choices shifting from butter to margarine, to the growing number of working Canadians relying on food banks, the panel agrees on one point: the cost of living is squeezing households harder than ever. Klein presses the question many are asking—what is the government actually doing to create jobs and make life more affordable? The discussion then pivots to energy—always a flashpoint in Canadian politics. With renewed talk of pipelines, including U.S. support for a revived Alberta route, the panel debates whether Canada is missing a critical economic opportunity. Pinsky argues the project has already been studied “to death” and should be moving forward, while Ouellette cautions that consultation and environmental considerations remain essential. Hovering over it all is a deeper concern: national unity. With Alberta frustration growing and economic disparities widening, Klein raises the stakes—what happens if the provinces driving Canada’s economy feel pushed too far? It’s a blunt, often uncomfortable conversation—but one that reflects the mood of a country facing tough questions. For listeners looking to understand where Canada is headed—and why so many are worried—this episode of Inside Politics is one to follow.