Carney promises more cash to Ukraine while Canadians struggle to eat

Canada blames climate change as US chokes on wildfire smoke

Today’s episode looks at the growing dispute over Canadian wildfire smoke drifting into the United States, and whether governments are using climate change to avoid tougher questions about forest management, prevention and firefighting capacity. Jim and Ian also break down Mark Carney’s defence of carbon capture and the Pathways project, arguing that taxpayers are being asked to fund costly climate policies with little meaningful impact on global emissions. The show also covers crushing taxes, Canada Post bonuses, weak port security, stalled housing construction, trade negotiations with the United States, digital ID testing and the continued flight of business investment from Canada. Later, immigration lawyer Lauren Cohen explains what Canadians need to know before moving to the United States, while forester Murray Wilson joins the show to discuss the failures behind British Columbia’s wildfire crisis.

Useful idiots captured by Canada's disguised activists

Political activism, media framing and growing tolerance for political violence take centre stage as Jim and Iain examine how labels, selective reporting and ideological movements can shape public opinion while weakening trust in Canada’s institutions. John Carpay of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms joins the show with updates on the Amy Hamm appeal, the Freedom Convoy Emergencies Act case and a possible legal challenge involving access restrictions at Joffre Lakes. He also discusses recent free speech victories involving political billboards and protests on Parliament Hill, along with concerns about government surveillance and the power to decide what Canadians are allowed to say.

What is Mark Carney up to?

Canada’s economy is showing more signs of strain, from rising insolvencies and mill closures in British Columbia to weak business investment and growing household debt. Jim and Ian also look at Ottawa’s latest spending decisions, the Pathways carbon capture deal, supply management, Mark Carney’s approach to foreign policy, and the growing disconnect between government priorities and the pressures facing ordinary Canadians. Conservative MP Dan Albas joins the show to discuss Canada Post’s $31 million in bonuses, taxpayer-funded bailouts, serious security gaps at Canadian ports, organized crime, cuts to enforcement resources, and the broader lack of transparency and accountability in Ottawa.

Once again, the taxpayer is on the hook

Once again, the taxpayer is on the hook

Are Canadians stuck in an abusive relationship?

Canadians are being told the economy is strong, but the numbers tell a very different story. This episode examines concerns surrounding the federal budget, rising debt, manufacturers moving production to the United States and the growing financial pressure facing Canadian households. The discussion also turns to Canada Post, where millions were reportedly paid in management bonuses despite massive losses and continued taxpayer support. At what point do Canadians stop rewarding the same institutions and politicians responsible for the country’s decline?