The Critical Compass

Tanya Clemens | Independence Really is the ONLY Choice for Alberta

Tanya Clemens is a farmer, teacher and Alberta independence advocate. In this full interview, Tanya explains how she finds herself at the forefront of a grassroots citizen advocacy campaign, how her rural upbringing shaped and informed her thoughts on independence, and how one-on-one conversations, engaging the "middle third", and overcoming fear through education is what will ultimately win the day for Alberta independence. Follow Tanya on X: https://x.com/miss_tanyac Catch Tanya at a speaking engagement on the Let's Talk Alberta tour: https://letstalkalberta.com/ Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join. Full fiscal plan: “The Value of Freedom” https://albertaprosperityproject.com/resources/ #alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli _____ https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompass Follow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCriticalCompass Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompass Media inquiries: thecriticalcompass@proton.me _____ 00:00 Introduction to Alberta Independence Advocacy 01:36 Transitioning from Petition to Referendum 01:37 Optimism and Challenges Ahead 03:41 Creating Civil Discourse 06:46 Engaging Urban Populations 09:22 Personal Journey into the Movement 12:36 Understanding the Historical Context 15:11 The Legal Pathway to Independence 17:54 Addressing Opposition and Fear 20:12 The Vision for Alberta's Future 22:40 Generational Impact of Independence 25:48 Economic Arguments for Independence 29:09 Unity and Division in Alberta 30:29 The Pursuit of Self-Determination 32:51 The Consequences of Inaction 41:09 Overcoming Fear Through Education 42:15 Engaging the Middle Ground 43:01 One-on-One Conversations for Change 44:43 Diverse Voices in Advocacy 47:59 Compassionate Concerns for Canada 50:44 Economic Implications of Independence 55:40 Property Rights and Agricultural Freedom 59:53 Perceptions of Farmers and Rural Life 01:03:05 The Significance of Referendum Day

Albertans are WINNERS & Will Be the Wealthiest Nation Per Capita on Earth | Fergus Hodgson

Fergus Hodgson is a modern day Renaissance man, with degrees in finance, economics, and political science. He is an author, publisher, a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst, and founder of Econ Americas LLC, a financial consultancy devoted to alternative investments, stakeholder management, and jurisdictional arbitrage. In our full interview, Fergus makes a holistic argument for Alberta independence, spanning the obvious economic wins, through the historical, cultural, marketing, and clear momentum which is furthering the case every day for a national divorce from a parasitic federal government holding us back. Follow Fergus on X: https://x.com/FergHodgson Read Fergus's Substack: https://econamericas.substack.com/ Buy Fergus's Books: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/author/B0CY3XQGQS All links: https://linktr.ee/ferghodgson Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join. #alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli #economy ----- https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompass Follow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCriticalCompass Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompass Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DsZovHse886ClKYHyzYMZMedia inquiries: thecriticalcompass@proton.me __________00:00 Introduction to Fergus Hodgson02:54 The Case for Alberta's Independence06:53 Comparing Independence Movements: Alberta vs. Quebec11:49 Cultural and Economic Factors in Independence16:34 The Role of Media and Public Perception21:41 The U.S. Perspective on Alberta Independence26:53 The Future of Alberta and Canada31:59 Emotional Connections to National Identity35:03 Economic Implications of Alberta's Independence39:35 Public Trust and Economic Growth46:25 Cultural Distinctiveness and Immigration56:29 Addressing Misconceptions About Independence01:02:47 Predictions for Alberta's Future

The Evolution of Alberta's Independence Movement | Michael Wagner

In this in-depth interview, Michael Wagner, a seasoned researcher and author, shares the history and evolution of the Alberta independence movement, from Alberta's birth as a province, to the energy crisis, all the way to the present day. Watch to learn more about the impact of the National Energy Program, the role of political parties like Reform and WCC, and the influence of constitutional changes and centralizing policies.Michael Wagner is an independent researcher and writer with a PhD in political science from the University of Alberta who has authored several books on Alberta politics and the independence movement. He is also a columnist and the Western Standard. https://www.drmichaelwagner.com/Buy his books here: https://merchantship.ca/collections/books/dr-michael-wagnerLearn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.-----00:00 The Roots of Alberta Independence06:22 Evolution of the Independence Movement12:26 Historical Context and Key Events16:02 The Impact of Pierre Trudeau21:15 The Quest for Representation26:51 Shifting Perspectives on Independence33:27 The Future of Alberta Independence40:14 The Impact of Referendums on Alberta's Political Landscape43:38 Leadership and Unity in the Alberta Independence Movement46:13 Comparing Alberta and Quebec: Lessons from History50:30 The Rhetoric of Independence: Combative Atmosphere in Canada53:27 The Role of Economic Rationality in Discussions01:00:34 Cultural Shifts and the Future of Alberta Independence-----#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli-----https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcompFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DsZovHse886ClKYHyzYMZMedia inquiries: thecriticalcompass@proton.me

An Independent Alberta Should Look like 1960s Canada | Matthew Rowley

Matthew Rowley is a pastor at Cremona Country Fellowship, a historical theologian, and a conservative political speaker with deep knowledge of Canadian history in the context of the British monarchy. He has a PhD in Historical Theology from McMaster Divinity College, with a particular focus in Political Theology. He is President of TLI Canada, a Christian missionary teaching organization, and Renew AlbertaIn this interview, Matthew and the boys discuss how our current political system designed by Pierre Trudeau ruined the good thing we had in pre-Charter constitutional monarchy Canada, why radical libertarian republicanism might not be the right path for an independent Alberta, and why looking to the values that defined our past is going to be imperative in building our future.Follow Matthew on X: https://x.com/mrowley1987https://renewalberta.ca/about-renew-alberta/https://trainingleaders.ca/-----00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Rowley03:11 Alberta Independence and Monarchy07:13 The Role of Accountability in Monarchy11:29 The Current Political System and Its Flaws15:08 Restoring the Canadian Tradition18:26 Concerns About Corruption and Governance24:18 Demographic Shifts and Trust in Society26:03 The Immigrant Experience in Canada29:50 Cohesion and Multiculturalism in Society32:28 The Role of Government and Community Standards36:35 The Shift in Canadian Values and Governance40:18 Reflections on Alberta's Future and Independence57:16 Christian Ethics in Law and Society-----To learn where you can sign the petition on Alberta independence, visit https://stayfreealberta.com/ Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli-----https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DsZovHse886ClKYHyzYMZMedia inquiries: thecriticalcompass@proton.me

"It's Time to Abolish the CRTC" | John Carpay

For over 14 years, the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF) has defended Canadians' rights to free expression, religion, and bodily autonomy. In this interview, we chat with returning guest and JCCF President and Founder John Carpay about the history and role of the CRTC, what exactly "Canadian content" means, and the dystopian future Canadians have in store unless they deal with their ever-increasing government-regulated media landscape.Bill C-11 "Online Streaming Act" https://www.parl.ca/legisinfo/en/bill/44-1/c-11See the JCCF's active cases: https://www.jccf.ca/cases/Follow John Carpay and the JCCF on X: https://x.com/JCCFCanadaBuy John's book "Corrupted By Fear" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h9K7mjf#cdnpoli #crtc #media #canadian _____________00:00 Introduction to CRTC and Its Role04:07 The Evolution of Canadian Content Regulations06:51 Ideological Underpinnings of CRTC Decisions10:11 Defining Canadian Identity and Content12:57 The Impact of CRTC on Media Consumption16:01 Historical Context of Canadian Identity18:53 The Changing Nature of Canadian Identity21:58 The CRTC's Influence on Public Perception25:03 The Future of Canadian Media and CRTC's Role31:06 The CRTC and Market Competition37:49 The Role of Government in Regulating Speech42:17 Free Speech and Offense46:31 Cultural Decadence and Sensitivity50:23 COVID-19, Lockdowns, and Death54:28 The Future of Media and Information Control____________https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassMedia inquiries: thecriticalcompass@proton.me