The Alex Pierson Show

Alex Pierson talks with Kris Sims, the Executive Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Association. They discuss why the federal government has been quietly trying to discuss the possibility of bringing in a one-time capital gains and home equity tax to help off-set the deficit. Alex and Kris talk about why the federal government would even look into this, how it could affect home owners, and what could happen if they institute the taxes. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex talks with Ryan O'Connor, a partner at the Toronto-based Zayouna Law Firm. They discuss the recent and unexpected calls from the Prime Minister to mandate all federal and federally regulated employees to be fully vaccinated. They discuss what professions are going to be affected by this mandate if allowed, how and if it is in violation of our charter rights, and why Trudeau would even push for something like this. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson is joined by Michael Yellowlees, A Scottish native who decided to walk from British Columbia to Newfoundland & Labrador with his trusty sidekick, his husky Luna. This walk is not only to raise funds for the Tree's of Life, a rewilding charity based in Scotland, but also to help raise awareness to the beauty that is the Canadian Wilderness.They talk about why Michael decided to do this incredibly long walk, how he has fared so far, and what he plans to do with the money that he has raised. As Michael & Luna make their way across Ontario, we plan to check in with him every so often and see how he is faring. Let's get talking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode we first check back in with Corey Shelson, a retired Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces, President of 44 North Digital Marketing & Member of the grassroots organization "Not Left Behind". They talk about the recent Afghanis who were flown to Canada, and why the Canadian government not only chose to save just the embassy staff, but also why the plane was less than 80% full when it landed. The Afghan interpreters are running out of time, and the Canadian government is still fumbling.Next, Alex Pierson talks with Mark A. Warner, an International Trade & Antitrust Lawyer & Principal of MAAW Law. They discuss the possibility of the Canadian Border Service Agency going on strike Friday, just before the border is supposed to open to U.S. tourists & citizens. Alex and Mark discuss how this strike was able to happen, why Canadians still cannot cross the border, & what Trudeau & Biden discussed on a recent call. Finally, Alex talks with Marcus Kolga, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and Journalist for Disinfo. They examine the ongoing extradition trial of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou, and what it could mean if the Judge rules that she should be extradited to the U.S...Especially for Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look at mental health and the collateral damage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alex Pierson checks-in with Co-Founder and Clinical Director at The Farm in Stouffville, and host of Road to Recovery on Global News Radio 640 Toronto, Yonah Budd. They talk about the importance, and possible difficulty of sobriety. Yonah tells Alex some tips to keep a good support group, what to expect after sobriety is reached and held, and how to overcome relapses. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Mark A. Warner, an International Trade & Antitrust Lawyer & Principal of MAAW Law. They discuss the possibility of the Canadian Border Service Agency going on strike Friday, just before the border is supposed to open to U.S. tourists & citizens. Alex and Mark discuss how this strike was able to happen, why Canadians still cannot cross the border, & what Trudeau & Biden discussed on a recent call. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode we first go across the globe to Budapest. Alex Pierson talks with Balazs Sarkadi, A.K.A Rocco, bassist and lead vocals in the Hungarian Punk band Bankrupt, and former band mate to Michael Kovrig. Its been just shy of 1000 days since Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor were arrested in China for "espionage", and Bankrupt has just released a song of support for Kovrig called "The Plane To Toronto".Alex talks with Balazs about Kovrig helping to start the band, what they hope to accomplish with there new song, and how else Bankrupt is planning to raise awareness and support for Kovrig.Next, Alex speaks with Dr. Sohail Gandhi, a family physician & former head of the Ontario Medical Association. They discuss why Education Minister Lecce would not make COVID vaccines mandatory, and how safe schools should be in the coming new semester.And finally, Alex checks in with Anthony Furey, Columnist for the Toronto Sun & Postmedia as well as the National Comment Editor. They discuss Dr. Nathan Stall's announcement to run for the Provincial Liberals, and that he plans to keep his seat on the Ontario Science Table. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why 59% of Canadians rate the pandemic as a threat to rights and freedoms, why the taxpayers are on the hook for over a billion dollars in bank loans, and how over 175,000 federal employees were able receive compensation in payroll errors that adds up to almost a billion dollars. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex speaks with Dr. Sohail Gandhi, a family physician & former head of the Ontario Medical Association. They discuss why Education Minister Lecce would not make COVID vaccines mandatory, and how safe schools should be in the coming new semester. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Balazs Sarkadi, A.K.A Rocco, bassist and lead vocals in the Hungarian Punk band Bankrupt, and former band mate to Michael Kovrig. Its been just shy of 1000 days since Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor were arrested in China for "espionage", and Bankrupt has just released a song of support for Kovrig called "The Plane To Toronto".Alex talks with Balazs about Kovrig helping to start the band, what they hope to accomplish with there new song, and how else Bankrupt is planning to raise awareness and support for Kovrig. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The province has finally released its long-awaited back-to-school plan, and there is just over 4 weeks left until the new school year. Alex talks with Dr. Martha Fulford, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at McMaster Children's Hospital & Hamilton Health Services. They examine the plan, and discuss its pros and its cons. They also talk about Dr. Kieran Moore's press conference, and how he believes that schools are not only safe but shouldn't have to close down again. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode we first check-in on our southern neighbours, the U.S.Alex talks with Gloria Allred, a founding partner at Allred, Maroko, & Goldberg & legal counsel for one of the alleged victims of sexual harassment by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Alex and Gloria discuss the sexual harassment scandal that has grown around the governor, how the President has publicly asked him to step down, and about Cuomo's explanation as to what happened.Next, Alex speak with retired Colonel Michel Drapeau of Michel Drapeau Law Office, the first established private law firm to practice military law. They discuss the ongoing legal battle for Major-General Dany Fortin to not only clear his name, but also find out what he has been charged with. Fortin's entire, promising, career has been derailed and possibly ended all due to charges that he has not ever seen. Alex and Col. Drapeau discuss the not only the absurdity of the trail, but also the ominous repercussions this misuse of the legal system could bear.And finally, Alex talks with Christian Leuprecht, a professor at both the Royal Military College of Canada & Queens University, as well as a Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. They examine what it means for Former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, Beverly McLachlin to renew her seat as a foreign judge on the Court of Final Appeal, the highest level of court in Hong Kong. Christian and Alex discuss what has happened to Hong Kong's democracy and freedoms in the past 3 years, and what it means to have a Canadian judge involved in that system. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson checks in with the good folks at Blacklock's Reporter, and talks with Tom Korski, the Managing Editor. They discuss how over the pandemic, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police personally investigated just under 58,000 Canadians who were suspected to be breaching the Quarantine Act. But why did our national police service have to do this, and not the many bylaw officers we have. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson speaks with Corey Shelson, a retired Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces, President of 44 North Digital Marketing & Member of the grassroots organization "Not Left Behind". They discuss the chaotic operation to save the Afghan Interpreters who aided the CAF from the Taliban, and why every moment the government fumbles, is a moment someone's life is left on the line. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson checks in with Charles Khabouth, The Owner of INK Entertainment.They talk about how Charles is putting on the first in-person music festival in the city in over 16 months, as well as check in on his other restaurants and clubs throughout the city. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Tasha Kheiriddin, Principal at Navigator Ltd., Public Policy Analyst, & Columnist for the National Post. They discuss a new IPSOS poll that shows voters are over COVID as an election issue, and are worried about the economy, climate & other issues that were prevelant before the pandemic. They discuss what this could mean for not only the Liberals, but also the Conservatives & NDP. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Ed Dubrovsky, A managing partner of Cytelligence Canada & Executive Cyber Advisor to the CEO and Board of Qnext Corp.They talk the NSO Group, an Israeli spyware firm that has been caught spying on politicians, journalists, business execs and activists. And now a group of US democrats are pushing to have the company blacklisted. Alex and Ed how these hacks could have happened, who would've used it, and why this should be taken seriously. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why the Liberals took 10 weeks to ban international flights from Wuhan and didn't want to alarm Canadians. Why the Trudeau government is refusing to comment on why a $120 million loan was given to one of Canada's wealthiest developers, and what happened to Craig Kielburger of the WE Charity. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Dr. Amiirah Aujnarain, a pediatric allergist & immunologist. They talk about why we are seeing an unusual spike in allergy rates in our youth, especially within urban areas. Alex and Dr. Aujnarain discuss why our excessive use of sanitizers, and social isolation may be some of the main culprits, and why it may be better to allow children to get a little dirty. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Kris Sims, the B.C. Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. They talk about the proposed Tax Break for small businesses, and why Municipalities don't want it to happen...and what this could mean for small businesses.Next, Alex speaks with Ross Mckitrick, A Sr. Fellow at the Fraser Institute & Canadian Economist specializing in Environmental Economics and Policy Analyst. They discuss why the United Nations target on Climate Change is actually detrimental to our economy and society, and if its even worth pursuing anymore.And finally, Alex speaks with Melissa Mbarki, A Policy analyst and Outreach coordinator at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute & Member of the Treaty 4 Nation in Saskatchewan. They discuss the announcement from the Prime Minister regarding the $90 Million treatment centre to help those who are suffering from Mercury Poisoning...and why this is just another PR stunt by the PM. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Steve Posthumus & Brandon Bastien, A grandfather and his grandson who spent the afternoon magnet fishing....only to pull up an old still intact mortar shell!They talk about what happened that day, how Steve and Brandon feel about their find, and if they will be able to keep the Mortar. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Lorne Honickman, Global News Radio Legal Expert & Partner at Brauti Thorning LLP. They discuss the Montreal Canadiens drafting Logan Mailloux to the team, despite his sexual misconduct controversy, and what this could mean for the Habs.Next, Alex speaks with Christian Leuprecht, Professor at both the Royal Military College of Canada & Queens University, as well as Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute & Author of Intelligence as Democratic Statecraft. They discuss the recent warning from CSIS to Canadian Universities about international espionage, and what bad actor states are likely involved.And finally, Alex speaks with David Onley, who was the 28th Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario (2007-2014). They discuss the new Governor-General Mary Simon being sworn into office today. They talk about her speech at the ceremony, what she can bring to the table, and if she will do a better job than her predecssor. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson speaks with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). They talk about Ontario being almost fully reopened, but how small and independent businesses are still struggling to stay afloat. They discuss why cutting support for these businesses would be a kill shot, why many businesses are still struggling to hire essential staff, & what these businesses need to be able to remain open. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about Canadians see China as the largest threat to our National Security, even more than Russia and North Korea. Next ,they discuss why Federal parties have placed rush orders on election ballots, and finally, they discuss why the CBC feels as though it is under immense financial pressure. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Yonah Budd, Co-Founder and Clinical Director of The Farm in Stouffville & Recover@Home, Addiction & Crisis Therapist, and Host of Road to Recovery on 640 Toronto Saturdays at 10:00 pm. They talk about the dangerous rise in eating disorders, and why we are lacking facilities to treat them.Next, Alex talks with Stephen Carter, President of Decide Campaigns. They talk about the legal battle the Greens are waging against Annamie Paul, and why she would deny there is any fighting.Finally, Alex talks with Jason Clemons, Executive Vice-President Fraser Institute. They discuss why our labour laws will need to be updated in this post COVID world. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Dorothy and Lily Kwan, a mother and her daughter who were attacked in broad daylight in the middle of a suburb in Scarborough, but were saved by their little Yorkie Macy. They talk about what might have prompted the attack, how Lily is doing, and Macy's recovery. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Paul Bennett, Director of School House Consulting & Author of "The State of the System". They talk about the history behind the residential school, what could be found there, and why there is a better chance for justice with this location.Next, Alex talks with Miles Smit, Honorary Director with Toronto Search and Rescue Marine. They talk about the wave of new boaters that are enjoying the waters around Ontario, but how a disturbing amount are very inexperienced. This has led to a wave of collisions, damages, and even deaths. Miles tells Alex some easy and safe ways to be responsible, and to still have a great time on the water.Finally, Alex talks with Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Justice Attorney with Neuberger & Partners LLP & Global News Radio legal expert. They talk about Kevin O'Leary testifying, and defending his wife in her boating related charge. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Miles Smit, Honorary Director with Toronto Search and Rescue Marine. They talk about the wave of new boaters that are enjoying the waters around Ontario, but how a disturbing amount are very inexperienced. This has led to a wave of collisions, damages, and even deaths. Miles tells Alex some easy and safe ways to be responsible, and to still have a great time on the water. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minster Chrystia Freeland was resistant to a legal tax cut for farmers and small businesses, why the Prime Minister spent over $100,000 on a YouTube video about slavery, why the Language Czar is investigating complaints against new Governor General Mary Simon, and why the RMCP find Bill C-36 extremely useful. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Robin Rickards, a Retired Corporal & Member of ‘Not left behind’. They talk about why the Canadian government has been dragging its feet giving an exact timeline for extracting Afgan interpreters. Next, Alex talks with Melissa Mbarki, a Policy Analyst and Outreach Coordinator, Indigenous Policy Program, at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. They discuss why Prime Minister Trudeau's virtue-signalling to indigenous peoples is meaningless and disingenuous.Finally, Alex talks with Natalie Harris, a City Councillor for Ward 6 in Barrie. They talk about what Natalie went through when the Tornado ripped through her neighbourhood and took the second floor completely off her house. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex talks with Natalie Harris, a City Councillor for Ward 6 in Barrie. They talk about what Natalie went through when the Tornado ripped through her neighbourhood and took the second floor completely off her house. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why Cabinet quietly tried to rewrite quarantine rules affecting cross-border travellers, and why they spent 6 months to find a New Commissioner of Indigenous languages who also spoke french, and why that failed. And finally, they talk about the Bill that just won't die; Bill C-10. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Colonel MIchel Drapeau, with Michel Drapeau Law Office, who practices military law. They talk about former Chief of the Defence Staff, Jonathan Vance, being charged with obstruction of justice, and the potential backlash for the federal government.Alex also talks with two parents whose three-year-old daughter has a life-threatening disease. Shonna and Marco Fallico are searching around the world for a donor to save their daughter, Leia. Finally, Alex talks to John Robson, a columnist with the National Post, about Trudeau's changing stance when it comes to dealing with Cuba. Lets get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Mercedes Stephenson, Ottawa Bureau Chief at Global News. They talk about former Chief of the Defence Staff, Jonathan Vance, being charged with obstruction of justice, and what that could mean if an election is called.Alex also talks with a former Olympic medal winner, Alexander Kopackz, about what might be going through the minds of athletes in the midst opf another wave of COVID in Japan. Finally, what is going on with Iran, and why are critics being stopped from speaking out? Alex talks to Kaveh Shahrooz about a failed kidnapping of Canadians and other allies. Lets get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look at mental health and the collateral damage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alex Pierson checks-in with Co-Founder and Clinical Director at The Farm in Stouffville, and host of Road to Recovery on Global News Radio 640 Toronto, Yonah Budd. They talk about how a new report shows that using alcohol can actually be linked to a higher risk of cancer, and how this could impact those who found themselves drinking more frequently during the pandemic. Lets get talking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks-in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about how a new report shows that 94% of pandemic deaths were over 65, why the Department of National Defence is paying millions for golf and curling clubs, and why cabinet has created a new $19 million subsidy. Lets get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Christina Calbury, a mother, hairdresser, horror aficionado, and casket owner. They talk about why the City of St. Catharine's told Christina she had to remove the coffin flowerbed, and how she fought back...and won. Lets get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Alex Pierson talks with Dr. Trevor Hancock, a public health physician and was the first leader of the Green Party of Canada in the 1980s, running in the 1984 election that established the Greens as a party in Canada. They discuss why the Green party is fighting over issues like anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism when Climate Change and Green Energy need to be their focus. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Thelma Perry, who with her husband Glen, were fined over $12,000 for returning from Missionary work in Jamaica 2 hours before the law surrounding the quarantine hotels expired. They talk about the options the Perry's were left with, why they weren't able to wait in the airport for the law to expire, and what they plan to do. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Ken Coates, Munk senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute & Canadian Historian. They talk about Independent MP Jody Wilson-Raybould announcing publicly that she is fed up with parliament, and will not be running for re-election. They also discuss the newly elected chief of the Assembly of First Nations. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Chris Harley, renowned marine biologist and professor in the department of Zoology at the University of British Columbia. They talk about mussels, clams, and other shellfish of the west coast that literally were boiled and cooked alive in the extreme heatwave that plagued the coast, and what this means for the ecosystem. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon talks with Nicki Weisensee Egan, Author of Chasing Cosby: The Downfall of America’s Dad, Host & Executive Producer of the Chasing Cosby podcast & Investigative journalist. They talk about the recent announcement from Bill Cosby to go back on comedy tour, and a docu-series on his life. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Shaun Proulx, Journalist, Broadcaster and Publisher of TheGayGuideNetwork.com. They talk about the desperate need for blood donors in Canada, but the discriminatory and archaic policies that stand in the way of an entire eligible group of possible donors. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Charles Burton, Senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute’s Centre for Advancing Canada’s Interests Abroad, and a former counsellor at the Canadian Embassy in Beijing. They discuss how Canada has allowed foreign interests dominate patents in the tech and science industries. Countries such as China, and some of those patents came from the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Julie Neubauer, the Manger of Anti-Human Trafficking Services for the Covenant House Toronto. They talk about the announcement from education Minister Stephen Lecce's announcement to create a program to combat the terrible rise in sex trafficking in Ontario, especially in the school system. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Guest Host Arlene Bynon checks-in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about how One in six Canadian's don't trust government news, due to a recent study from the Privy Council, why Cabinets refusal to disclose documents might be tied to this growing distrust, and why Bill C-10 is still sturring up fears. Let't Get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon speaks with Senator Patrick Brazeau, Former National Chief for the Congress of Aboriginal People (CAP). They talk about the appointment of Mary Simon as Governor General, as well as a recently released report by the Senator and his Office about the history of conflicts, issues, and politics surrounding Indigenous peoples and the Canadian government. Let's Get Talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon talks with Christian Leuprecht, Professor at both the Royal Military College of Canada and Queen's University and a Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute. They talk about why Canada failed to invoke any dispute clause when China failed to follow through with a vaccine deal, and why the two Michaels may be a reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Host Arlene Bynon talks with Laura Tamblyn Watts, the President & Chief Executive Officer of CanAge, a national seniors' advocacy organization. They talk about how Ontario has still failed to have suitable air-conditioning in some long-term care facilities. And with a heatwave on the way, some may be at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices