Ep 32: The Truth Behind "Safe" Schools in BC - Darryl Penner

Ep 32: The Truth Behind "Safe" Schools in BC - Darryl Penner

Warning: This episode contains mature subject matter. Not suitable for children. “Like, share and subscribe to our Substack page” to support our podcast. [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/] In this episode of Canadian Reformer, Daniel interviews Darryl Penner. Darryl shares his experience growing up with physical abnormalities, inconvenient truths about the school system, his thoughts on persecution of Christian teachers, and how Christians should consider living out their Christian faith today in our current context. Darryl Penner holds a B.A. from U.B.C. with a major in Ancient Greek and a minor in Latin. He holds a M.A. in the same two fields from the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. He is married to Carrie, and they have one son, a wonderful daughter-in-law, and two granddaughters. Darryl served as a teacher in the Surrey School District for 30 years, teaching intermediate French-as-a-Second Language to intermediate students and Orff music classes to primary students. He taught predominantly in inner-city schools. He coached a lot of basketball. Darryl has served as a leader in three Vineyard churches, including a church plant that he led from its beginning to its end after a decade. Darryl has worked in a Christian school in Port Coquitlam for the last nine years. Resources and links: * Chris Kempling - Lifesite News (2012) [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/chris-kempling-to-quit-bc-teachers-college-after-years-of-harassment-for-christian-beliefs/] * Chris Kempling’s Defence - ARPA Canada (2009) [https://arpacanada.ca/articles/chris-kempling-reveals-more-details-on-the-complaints-and-his-response/] Follow us on X: https://x.com/CanadaReformers [https://x.com/CanadaReformers] *Disclaimer: The views expressed in all podcast and written posts are solely my own and do not reflect the views of any employer or any associated organizations or groups. This disclaimer serves to protect individuals and entities from liability and create a boundary between personal and professional expression. This is a legal statement. Do you have feedback or questions for us? Did you find an error? Interested in sponsoring or advertising with us? Write to us at canadianreformer@pm.me Want to buy us a coffee? E-transfer us at canadianreformer@pm.me Until next time… God bless you, God bless Canada. Promotions/Announcements: * A special presentation of Silencing Detective Grus is scheduled for Sunday July 5th, 5 to 7:30 PM in Vancouver. https://grusjusticeproject.org/event/vancouver-british-columbia-screening/ [https://grusjusticeproject.org/event/vancouver-british-columbia-screening/] Detective Helen Grus, the Ottawa Police investigator was suspended after questioning an unusual cluster of infant deaths during the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. See what her story, including the three-year disciplinary prosecution, the longest in Canadian history, is unveiling. https://grusjusticeproject.org/ * Have you tried Resistance Coffee? [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Enjoy premium coffee from a Christ-honoring, Canadian, and family-owned business. Check out Resistance Coffee and order from their outposts to save on shipping! [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Get full access to Canadian Reformer at canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep 31: Creation, Science and Time - with Lester Marr

In this episode of Canadian Reformer, Daniel attends Missions Fest BC (Feb 12th, 2026) and unexpectedly interviews Lester Marr from Reasons to Believe Canada. There are different perspectives among Christians with respect to Genesis and Creation. Two popular views are Young-Earth Creation (6000-10000 Years) and Old-Earth Creation (Millions-Billions Years). How do these perspectives impact our Christian faith? Can miracles and scientific reasoning coexist in the Bible? Join us as we compare these two perspectives in an on-the-spot interview at the Reasons to Believe booth at Missions Fest BC. *Original recording took place on Feb 12th, 2026* Resources and Links: * Debate: Does Belief in Inerrancy Necessitate a Particular View of the Age of the Earth [https://youtu.be/HAQ8p-0-20Y?si=ib_kjN6UY9oaGZ8l&t=996]? - Dr. Hugh Ross vs Dr. Terry Mortenson (2025) * Science Confirms the Bible - Ken Ham (2025) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lG5FxK4z-8] * Reasons to Believe Website [https://reasons.org/] * Answers in Genesis Website [https://answersingenesis.org/] * Is Genesis History? - Film (2017) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM82qxxskZE] Call to Action: * If you have children or grandchildren in school, ask the administrators and science teachers if Creation Science is taught in the classroom. * If this is your first time looking at scientific evidence of the global flood and a younger Earth, consider watching “Is Genesis History?” [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM82qxxskZE] “Like, share and subscribe to our Substack page” to support our podcast. [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/] Follow us on X: https://x.com/CanadaReformers [https://x.com/CanadaReformers] *Disclaimer: The views expressed in all podcast and written posts are solely my own and do not reflect the views of any employer or any associated organizations or groups. This disclaimer serves to protect individuals and entities from liability and create a boundary between personal and professional expression. This is a legal statement. Do you have feedback or questions for us? Did you find an error? Interested in sponsoring or advertising with us? Write to us at canadianreformer@pm.me Want to buy us a coffee? E-transfer us at canadianreformer@pm.me Until next time… God bless you, God bless Canada. Promotions/Announcements: * Have you tried Resistance Coffee? [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Enjoy premium coffee from a Christ-honoring, Canadian, and family-owned business. Check out Resistance Coffee and order from their outposts to save on shipping! [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Get full access to Canadian Reformer at canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep 30: The News Scroll - June Edition

In this episode of Canadian Reformer, Daniel covers seven recent stories every Canadian should know. *Note these are brief summaries. Listeners are strongly encouraged to look into each story on their own and not be quick to assume any positions by the host. Although there are many stories taking place around the world, the primary focus of these events relate to BC and Canada.* #1 New BC Conservative Party Leader Former Conservative MP and federal cabinet minister Kerry-Lynne Findlay won the B.C. Conservative leadership race on May 30 on the fourth ballot in a close contest that saw her secure 51 percent of the vote, with political commentator Caroline Elliott receiving 49 percent. Coming in third was former B.C. Liberal cabinet minister Iain Black, followed by entrepreneur Yuri Fulmer in fourth and MLA Peter Milobar, the party announced at a leadership convention in Vancouver. (Credit: The Epoch Times) * Kerry-Lynne Findlay Wins BC Conservative Leadership Race [https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/kerry-lynne-findlay-wins-bc-conservative-leadership-on-fourth-ballot-6040472] - Article by The Epoch Times * KLF Victory Speech - Western Standard - Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kORwozPIN0A&pp=ygUeQkMgQ29uc2VydmF0aXZlIHZpY3Rvcnkgc3BlZWNo] * KLF interviewed by CBC Radio - Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOWwPkhDNc0&pp=ygUeQkMgQ29uc2VydmF0aXZlIHZpY3Rvcnkgc3BlZWNo] * KLF interview with Drea Humphrey during the leadership campaign - Youtube [https://youtu.be/jJz-pAa2HXA?si=oiY16A_BRkN1zypl] Call to Action: * Pray for our magistrates. Pray for God-fearing men and women to humbly take office in government roles. * Email your MLA. Tell them you are supportive of Kerry-Lynne Findlay winning the BC Conservative leadership race because there is much need change in our province. Find your MLA’s email at https://www.leg.bc.ca/members [https://www.leg.bc.ca/members] #2 BC Gov adds 400 American Health Workers As of January 2026, more than 400 U.S.-trained health professionals have accepted job offers throughout the province, including rural and remote regions, nearly triple the last update. (From BC Gov website) The BC NDP paid millions of dollars in recruiting and advertising in the United States to attract US doctors and health care workers? Who are these doctors? * Advertising for $5 Million Dollars [https://vancouversun.com/news/bc-adds-american-health-care-workers-ad-campaign] * TV ads in the USA [https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2025HLTH0056-000558] * 1 Year Update - Gov Official Page [https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HLTH0015-000275] * Meet Dr. Ianto West 1 [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/L_LkUujU2Eg] * Meet Dr. Ianto West 2 [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/a-ianto-west-everett-wa/734710] * Meet Dr. Ianto West 3 [https://www.7cups.com/local/us/wa/everett/therapists/a-ianto-west-psychologist-p-49363517] * Learn more at bcrising.ca [https://bcrising.ca/hpoa/] Call to action: 1) Ask your doctor and all your friends/colleagues in the medical industry about the Health Professions and Occupations Act which came into law on April 1st, 2026 2) Consider learning more about issues related to transgender surgeries on minors in Vancouver Hospitals by viewing this presentation here by Billboard Chris [https://youtu.be/XApHSr0j1HY?si=7Q7K7fbfwBYkmrmd] #3 MAID for Catholic Priest and Tim Hortons Customers? A Vancouver priest recovering from a hip fracture at Vancouver General Hospital says he was twice offered assisted death by health-care staff who knew he was a priest and opposed to euthanasia — a practice critics say is growing as medical professionals are increasingly encouraged to initiate such conversations. “There are some things you just don’t talk about to some people,” said Fr. Larry Holland, who has completed studies in health-care chaplaincy in addition to serving at numerous parishes in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. He said he was “shocked” when a doctor brought up the option of MAiD should his condition deteriorate. (Credit: The Catholic Register) * MAID Offered to Priest Twice in Vancouver - Article [https://www.catholicregister.org/item/3830-m-ai-d-raised-with-vancouver-priest-twice-during-hospital-stay] * MAID Offered to Priest - Article 2 [https://www.catholicnewsworld.com/2026/05/elderly-catholic-priest-offered.html] * Man Assesed at Tim Hortons and receives MAID same day - National Post [https://nationalpost.com/news/ontario-man-dies-of-maid-after-being-assessed-outside-tim-hortons] * Doctor sanctioned after meeting MAiD patient outside Tim Hortons - Live Action [https://www.liveaction.org/news/ontario-doctor-suspended-egregious-maid-violations] Call to action: 1) Visit ARPA Canada's Website to see what you can do to stop the expansion of MAID [https://carenotkill.ca/] #4 Lifelabs For Sale and Digital ID If you live in British Columbia, your provincial lab system is no longer a healthcare utility. It is a publicly traded asset, effectively owned by Wall Street mega-funds like Vanguard, BlackRock, and State Street. This is not a political conspiracy; it is a structural and financial reality. In August 2024, the BC government rubber-stamped the sale of LifeLabs—the corporate entity responsible for processing 42 million lab tests annually for the province—for $1.35 billion CAD. (Credit: Captured Canada) * Article by Captured Canada [https://capturedcanada.substack.com/p/the-wall-street-takeover-of-bc-health?r=no3em&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e223_tv4_tp1_a1dennhaw15fhl] * Quest Diagnostics Acquires Lifelabs [https://www.mccarthy.ca/en/experience/quest-diagnostics-acquires-lifelabs-from-omers-for-c-1-35b] * Angus Reid: Should Canada follow Australia? [https://angusreid.org/social-media-ban-canada-kids/] * CBC: Banning Chatbots? [https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/social-media-ai-minimum-age-9.7164902] * RCMP Confirms Bill C-22 Concerns: Police Want Law to Provide Access to Encrypted Communications [https://www.michaelgeist.ca/2026/05/rcmp-confirms-bill-c-22-concerns-police-want-law-to-provide-access-to-encrypted-communications/] * Privacy Law Expert Explains Bill C-22 - Security, or Surveillance? | The Loonie Hour Episode 243 [https://youtu.be/0Cujqfmd-yQ?si=Ok64uMQPrW7McZ68] Call to Action: 1. Stop going to Lifelabs. Did you know you can book your tests at hospitals such as Eagle Ridge Hospital? 2. Email your MP. Tell them you are against Digital ID. Tell them you are against Bill C-22. Find your MP here https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en/search [https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en/search] #5 Cancel Homeschoolers but Fund the Punjabi Program? With the stroke of a pen, the government of British Columbia has pulled funding from a long-standing Christian online homeschool provider, leaving families across the province scrambling for answers. Parents enrolled with Christian Homelearners eStreams (CHeS) were notified last week that the Ministry of Education has cancelled the school’s Group 1 certification, effective June 30, 2026. That decision forces the closure of the independent school that has served homeschooling families since 2002. (Credit: Rebel News) * BC NDP defunds BC Homeschool Operator - Rebel News [https://www.rebelnews.com/bc_ndp_defunds_christian_homeschool_provider_operating_for_decades] * Homeschool Resources Page - Action4Canada [https://action4canada.com/bc-homeschool-summary/] * Punjabi After-School Program - CBC Video Report [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgVi_KMIPCw&pp=ygUqcHVuamFiaSBhZnRlciBzY2hvb2wgcHJvZ3JhbSBwcmluY2UgZ2Vvcmdl] * Prince George elementary starts after-school Punjabi classes [https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/prince-george-elementary-school-punjabi-classes-9.7169836] * ‘Go back to India’: Canadian school offering Punjabi classes faces backlash online [https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etimes/trending/go-back-to-india-canadian-school-offering-punjabi-classes-faces-massive-backlash-online/articleshow/130597658.cms] Call to action: * Ask your neighbors what they think students should be learning in schools. * Email your MLA. Tell them you are looking forward to a leadership change in BC. Tell them homeschooling families are tax-paying families who should receive equal funding as the schools do. Find your MLA’s email at https://www.leg.bc.ca/members [https://www.leg.bc.ca/members] #6 Canadian Armed Forces and Ethnic Infighting A confidential Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School report has revealed a complete breakdown in basic officer training following a surge in permanent resident enrolment. One French-language platoon, which had over 80 per cent non-citizens, was reportedly wracked by an inability to communicate fluently, a lack of respect towards female CAF members and infighting between Cameroonian and Côte d’Ivoire candidates. (Credit: JunoNews) * CAF Juno news report [https://www.junonews.com/p/exclusive-caf-training-platoon-with] * Combat Readiness - CBC Article 2024 [https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/nato-canadian-armed-forces-europe-1.7135390] * Foreigners who hate each other, disrespect women are creating serious problems for the Canadian military - Blaze Media 2026 [https://www.theblaze.com/news/foreigners-who-hate-each-other-disrespect-women-are-creating-serious-problems-for-the-canadian-military] * Canada’s top general says we’re ready for war - National Post Interview 2025 [https://nationalpost.com/feature/general-jennie-carignan-canada-top-soldier] * Recruitment video comparison between Russia and USA in 2021 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZyIcwPc820&pp=ygU_Y29udHJhc3QgYmV0d2VlbiBydXNzaWFuIGFuZCBDYW5hZGlhbiBtaWxpdGFyeSByZWN1aXRpbmcgdmlkZW9z] * Biden vs Trump Military Recruitment Ads [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4Ic6Ox9nl4&pp=ygU_Y29udHJhc3QgYmV0d2VlbiBydXNzaWFuIGFuZCBDYW5hZGlhbiBtaWxpdGFyeSByZWN1aXRpbmcgdmlkZW9z] * Canadian Military Recruitment Ads #1 (2018) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqSZPwMwS2c&pp=ygU_Y29udHJhc3QgYmV0d2VlbiBydXNzaWFuIGFuZCBDYW5hZGlhbiBtaWxpdGFyeSByZWN1aXRpbmcgdmlkZW9z] and #2 (2023) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kpavVasNPE&pp=ygU_Y29udHJhc3QgYmV0d2VlbiBydXNzaWFuIGFuZCBDYW5hZGlhbiBtaWxpdGFyeSByZWN1aXRpbmcgdmlkZW9z] * Office Webpage of CAF [https://forces.ca/en/] Call to action: 1. Pray for those serving in the military. Pray for brave and courageous men and women to stand for Christian principles and values without apology. #7 BC Mom Speaks Up Against Land Acknowledgments in Schools Since December 2025, Yates has been banned from attending her children’s school, Chatelech Secondary, after she publicly opposed a land acknowledgment she was subjected to ahead of her child’s performance. Her children were also temporarily barred, but the fallout didn’t stop there. According to Yates, her daughter was singled out by staff due to her mother’s verbal protest against the racially charged mantra, causing her to be bullied and distressed. But instead of an apology, Yates claims her child was reported to protective services. (Credit: Rebel News) * B.C. mom takes compelled land acknowledgment battle to Supreme Court - Rebel News Report [https://www.rebelnews.com/bc_mom_takes_compelled_land_acknowledgment_battle_to_supreme_court] * The Tyranny of Land Acknowledgements and Other Compelled Speech - C2C Journal Article [https://c2cjournal.ca/2026/03/we-have-ways-of-making-you-talk-the-tyranny-of-land-acknowledgements-and-other-compelled-speech/] * “Residential School Denialism” voted down at the Senate, for now - X Post [https://x.com/KirkLubimov/status/2062304570265739462?s=20] Call to action: 1. Email your MLA. Tell them about this story. Tell them our education system must stop these performative land acknowledgements. Consider emailing your local school board and school principals. Find your MLA’s email at https://www.leg.bc.ca/members [https://www.leg.bc.ca/members] “Like, share and subscribe to our Substack page” to support our podcast. Follow us on X: https://x.com/CanadaReformers [https://x.com/CanadaReformers] *Disclaimer: The views expressed in all podcast and written posts are solely my own and do not reflect the views of any employer or any associated organizations or groups. This disclaimer serves to protect individuals and entities from liability and create a boundary between personal and professional expression. This is a legal statement. Do you have feedback or questions for us? Did you find an error? Interested in sponsoring or advertising with us? Write to us at canadianreformer@pm.me Want to buy us a coffee? E-transfer us at canadianreformer@pm.me Until next time… God bless you, God bless Canada. Promotions/Announcements: * Have you tried Resistance Coffee? [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Enjoy premium coffee from a Christ-honoring, Canadian, and family-owned business. Check out Resistance Coffee and order from their outposts to save on shipping! 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Ep 29: Is the Theory of Evolution a Trojan Horse in our Schools? - with Blair Kuzyk

“Like, share and subscribe to our Substack page” to support our podcast. [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/] In this episode of Canadian Reformer, Daniel interviews Blair Kuzyk. Blair is a school teacher in BC with over 30 years of experience. He teaches senior Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. We discuss the impact of the Theory of Evolution on young people and our society today. *This interview was recorded on May 11th, 2026* Blair is married for 33 years with two adult children. He moved to Vancouver from Northern B.C. in 1986 and completed a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education at UBC. In addition to teaching in the classroom, he coaches basketball, ultimate frisbee, and track and field. In his spare time he enjoys most outdoor activities including tennis, hiking, biking and golf. Resources and links: * Ken Ham - Divided Nation: Cultures in Chaos and a Conflicted Church (2025) [https://youtu.be/z6e4iFsyLeI?si=61-tJNgUCfEWw6Yg] * Ken Ham - Science and the Bible (2025) [https://youtu.be/_lG5FxK4z-8?si=kE_4GfNTv9Y6FwGq] * Association of Christian Schools International - Western Canada [https://www.acsiwc.org/] * Frank Turek - Crossexamined.org [https://crossexamined.org/articles-by-frank-turek/] * Trinity Western University - Langley, BC [https://www.twu.ca/about-us] Follow us on X: https://x.com/CanadaReformers [https://x.com/CanadaReformers] *Disclaimer: The views expressed in all podcast and written posts are solely my own and do not reflect the views of any employer or any associated organizations or groups. This disclaimer serves to protect individuals and entities from liability and create a boundary between personal and professional expression. This is a legal statement. Do you have feedback or questions for us? Did you find an error? Interested in sponsoring or advertising with us? Write to us at canadianreformer@pm.me Want to buy us a coffee? E-transfer us at canadianreformer@pm.me Until next time… God bless you, God bless Canada. Promotions/Announcements: * Have you tried Resistance Coffee? [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Enjoy premium coffee from a Christ-honoring, Canadian, and family-owned business. Check out Resistance Coffee and order from their outposts to save on shipping! [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Get full access to Canadian Reformer at canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep 28: Should You Run for City Council? - Derek Jeffery

In this episode of Canadian Reformer, Daniel is joined by Derek Jeffery to share his experience running as a candidate for Port Coquitlam City Council in 2022. We hope you will be both challenged and encouraged by this candid conversation. This episode was recorded on Feb. 28th, 2026. Call to action: * Ask members of your church if they have considered running for city council this year. * Watch or attend a local city council meeting to learn what kind of decisions are being made in your city. * Consider asking your city council members how you can pray for them. “Like, share and subscribe to our Substack page” to support our podcast. Follow us on X: https://x.com/CanadaReformers [https://x.com/CanadaReformers] *Disclaimer: The views expressed in all podcast and written posts are solely my own and do not reflect the views of any employer or any associated organizations or groups. This disclaimer serves to protect individuals and entities from liability and create a boundary between personal and professional expression. This is a legal statement. Do you have feedback or questions for us? Did you find an error? Interested in sponsoring or advertising with us? Write to us at canadianreformer@pm.me Want to buy us a coffee? E-transfer us at canadianreformer@pm.me Until next time… God bless you, God bless Canada. Promotions/Announcements: * Have you tried Resistance Coffee? [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Enjoy premium coffee from a Christ-honoring, Canadian, and family-owned business. Check out Resistance Coffee and order from their outposts to save on shipping! [https://resistancecoffee.com/] Get full access to Canadian Reformer at canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe [https://canadianreformer.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]