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Ep 528Poilievre defends Canada's sovereignty in the face of Trump's annexation threat
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he will follow a “Canada First” strategy in the face of US President Donald Trump’s willingness to use “economic force” to annex Canada. The Alberta government has unveiled an ambitious strategy to double oil production and increase exports to the US. Following public outrage in Mississauga, an extreme Islamist group has relocated its conference to Hamilton. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 527“Nothing has changed,” opposition leaders rebuke Trudeau following resignation
Opposition leaders rebuked Prime Minister Trudeau and the Liberals following Trudeau’s resignation announcement. Plus, the terrorist in the New Orleans truck attack travelled to Canada last summer, according to the FBI. And the University of Alberta plans to ditch DEI policies in favour of intellectual freedom. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 526Justin Trudeau steps down
Speaking in front of Rideau Cottage Monday morning, Trudeau said he will resign as Liberal leader and prime minister once his party chooses a replacement. Plus, Liberal MPs and leftist journalists have a meltdown over Jordan Peterson’s podcast with Pierre Poilievre. And the City of Ottawa bans vehicles idling longer than one minute per hour for 365 days a year. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 525What are your predictions for 2025?
How will Canada’s immigration system look like in 2025? Will we see a mass exodus of people from Canada due to the cost of living crisis? Will Canadians finally go to the polls in 2025? Will NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh put aside his pension to ensure an election is held as soon as possible? As school boards become more woke and progressive, will concerned parents opt for more private schooling options in 2025? It’s the last show of The Daily Brief of 2024 – Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine make their predictions for the new year. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 524The Armed Forces has been deploying “gender advisors”
An annual report by the Department of National Defence reveals the Canadian Armed Forces has been deploying full-time “gender advisors” to Ukraine and other international military operations. Plus, the Durham Regional Police Association is adding to the growing number of people and organizations calling for an election and for the prime minister to step down. And the Alberta NDP have held onto a Lethbridge seat in the party’s first electoral test since Naheed Nenshi became the leader. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 523The declining Canadian dollar
For the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian dollar has dipped below 0.70 USD in value. Plus, according to a new poll, the majority of Canadians want an election now following Chrystia Freeland’s resignation. And a London councillor who frequently criticizes the city’s approach to addressing the homelessness crisis has had her pay suspended for “harassing” a bureaucrat by quoting his tweet. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 524Trump continues to troll Canada
US President-elect Donald Trump criticized Chrystia Freeland’s resignation from cabinet, calling her “toxic” and mocking Justin Trudeau as the “governor” of America’s “51st state.” Plus, tucked away in the Liberal government’s fall economic statement is a commitment to throw an additional nearly 600 million dollars over three years in taxpayer funds to confiscate guns from law-abiding firearms owners. And a top NDP official has said his party is willing to defeat the Liberals in a confidence vote if Justin Trudeau hasn’t resigned by next February or March, a timeline that happens to coincide with leader Jagmeet Singh’s pension eligibility. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 521Another embarrassing byelection loss for Trudeau
The federal government’s fall economic statement blew past the previously announced “fiscal guardrail” that was supposed to keep the deficit below $40 billion. Plus, the federal Conservatives have delivered another blow to the Liberals, clinching a decisive victory in the Cloverdale–Langley byelection. And Canada Post employees were ordered back to work as negotiations reached an impasse. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 520Freeland resigns and calls out Trudeau’s “costly political gimmicks”
Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has announced her resignation from Justin Trudeau’s cabinet, taking aim at “costly political gimmicks” on the eve of the government’s fall economic update. Plus, small businesses are feeling crushed by the Canada Post strike as their costs soar. And Alberta unveils its border security plan with sheriff-led patrols and a “red zone.” Tune into The Daily Brief with Comsin Dzsurdzsa and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 519Musk calls Trudeau an “insufferable fool”
Elon Musk blasted Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on X following comments made during his speech at the Equal Voice Foundation gala on Tuesday. Plus, taxpayers have footed a $186 million bill for Global Affairs Canada’s real estate portfolio, including $12.5 million for vacant land in Senegal. And an Ontario supervised drug site has launched a legal challenge against the province’s new law shutting down facilities near schools and daycares, citing Charter rights. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 518Trudeau says Harris’ election defeat an attack on “women’s progress”
Amid tense relations between Canada and the incoming Trump administration over tariffs, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asserted that Kamala Harris losing the US election was a sign of women’s progress under attack. Plus, the Canadian Border Services Agency has lost the whereabouts of 30,000 people slated for deportation. And the Alberta government is growing restless with the Canada Post strike and wants the federal government to step in – even if it means employing back-to-work legislation. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 517NDP votes against Singh’s own words in non-confidence motion
The Conservatives were unable to garner support from the New Democrats in their latest non-confidence motion against the Trudeau government, despite Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre using NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh’s own words as the basis for the motion. Plus, a “family-friendly” dance in Montreal was cancelled after organizers faced backlash for charging racially-based admission prices. And a new study shows Canadian charitable giving has declined to its lowest point in 20 years, with only 17.1% of Canadians donating to charity in 2022. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 516Poilievre says Canada shouldn’t interfere in Syria
What happens next in Syria is not Canada’s concern, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says. Plus, an Ontario mayor, who defied a Pride group and refused to pay damages ordered against him by a human rights tribunal, has had his bank account garnished. And a government-funded small business non-profit goes bankrupt one month after receiving a $2.7 million federal grant. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 515Majority of Ontarians support pause on immigration
An exclusive One Persuasion poll commissioned by True North reveals that the majority of Ontarians support deporting temporary immigrants with expired visas and want a temporary pause until domestic issues are resolved. Plus, Vice President-elect JD Vance has sided with Conservative MP Jamil Jivani in calling for additional protections for Christians in Canada. And less than one-third of Canadians are confident Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is capable of handling a Trump presidency. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 514Liberals continue assault on legal gun owners
The Trudeau government announced yet another round of models will be added to its long gun ban, further prohibiting over 300 firearms that were not included in its initial sweeping ban introduced four years ago. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals that as the Canada Post strike continues, more shipping companies like Purolator and UPS have announced further service disruptions. And U.S. President-elect Donald Trump took another jab to make at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s expense when he released an AI-photo of him standing with the Canada flag. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 513Conservative MP launches “Protect Christians Canada” campaign
The Liberal government’s controversial Online Harms Act will be split into two separate bills, Justice Minister Arif Virani has confirmed. Plus, Conservative MP Jamil Jivani launches the “Protect Christians Canada” national campaign to address threats to the rights and freedoms of Christians in Canada. And a questionnaire sent to soldiers by the Canadian Armed Forces asks if they have purchased “extremism merchandise” — offering “Make Canada Great Again” hats up as an example. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 512Poilievre calls for a cap on asylum seekers
The Trudeau government paid out $3.5 billion in emergency COVID business loans to illegitimate claimants. Plus, amid concerns about Canada’s immigration system, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is calling for a cap on asylum seekers. And a group of anti-Israel Jews and activists took over the entrance of a Parliament building in Ottawa, where many MPs from various parties have their offices. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 511Can Poilievre negotiate a better deal with Trump?
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he felt bad for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s “position of weakness” regarding his recent visit to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort to discuss tariffs on Canadian imports. Plus, amid the ongoing Canada Post strike, United States Postal Service has halted mail to Canada. And a True North exclusive reveals immigrants in Canada sent $12 billion worth of remittances abroad in 2023. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 510Is Jagmeet Singh a “champagne socialist?”
A True North exclusive reveals footage of NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh getting into a Maserati on Parliament Hill. Singh is well-known for his expensive taste, once boasting about his Rolex collection and seen carrying a Versace bag. What happened to the NDP’s fight against “greedy CEOs” and “the rich?” Plus, Whitecourt elementary school cancels its Christmas concert for not being inclusive enough. And in the wake of mounting concerns over Canada’s immigration system, New Brunswick temporarily paused one of its immigration streams. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 509True North releases its first children’s book – “A Day with Sir John A.”
True North has released its first children’s book today, an illustrated story book titled “A Day with Sir John A.“The book is a blend of fiction and non-fiction, featuring a young boy named Emerson and Canada’s first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. Plus, Premiers across Canada called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to immediately deal with border issues in order to avoid US President Trump’s 25% tariffs. And Northvolt AB said it still plans to go ahead with constructing its electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Quebec, despite its parent company filing for bankruptcy in the United States and the CEO recently resigning. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 508Will immigrants in Canada leave voluntarily once visas expire?
Immigration Minister Marc Miller said that he expects the nearly 5 million people living in Canada with visas poised to expire by the end of next year to leave the country voluntarily. Plus, Alberta will invoke the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act to counter the Liberals’ oil and gas emissions cap. And the police chief of London Ontario is sounding the alarm on “safe supply” drugs fuelling the black market. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 507What the heck is a “vibecession?”
Liberal Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland suggested that Canadians were experiencing a “vibecession” and that Canada’s economy was doing great. Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to secure the borders and unleash the Canadian economy after President Donald Trump threatened 25% tariffs on Canada if it doesn’t cut down on illegal immigration. And following online outrage over comments about the need to preserve Canadian and Christian values in Canada, the vice-chair of the Vancouver Police Board has stepped down from her role. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 508Trump pledges 25% tariff on all Canadian products
US President-elect Donald Trump pledges a 25% tariff on all products from Canada and Mexico. Plus, Windsor Port Authority is fearing an increase in illegal crossings via the Detroit River following President-elect Donald Trump’s win. And the price tag of asylum seekers entering Canada reaches over $16 billion annually. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 505The Canadian Navy goes woke
The Royal Canadian Navy will do away with its official marching song after many years over concerns of its lyrics which refer to colonialism and lack examples of diversity. Plus, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will abide by the International Criminal Court’s decision to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. And Montreal will end the practice of adding fluoride to its water system following a petition supported by Robert F Kennedy Jr. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 504Does Trudeau’s GST/HST exemption go far enough?
The Liberals have unveiled a two-month GST/HST tax break and a $250 working Canadians payment but some critics are saying the measures fail to address the affordability crisis. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals the organization in charge of classifying library books across the world slapped a “transphobic works” label onto any books critical of child gender transitions. And BC NDP Premier David Eby has appointed a former top aide and close advisor to former Alberta premier Rachel Notley as his Chief of Staff. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 503Randy Boissonnault finally booted from cabinet
The Prime Minister’s Office announced that Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault will be stepping away from cabinet amid a whirlwind of scandals surrounding his former company and false claims of Indigenous heritage. Plus, Former prime minister Stephen Harper was officially appointed as the Chairman of the Board of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation. And Quebec Premier François Legault announced that he will be deploying the Sûreté du Québec to begin patrolling the border with the United States to prevent a potential onslaught of illegal immigrants from entering Canada. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 502Trudeau supports Ukraine’s long-range attack on Russia
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he supports US President Joe Biden’s decision to green-light Ukraine’s firing of American-made missiles into Russian territory. And British Columbia’s NDP Premier David Eby has announced his new cabinet and the BC Conservatives say it’s more of the same following a hotly contested election. Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he would never have signed a US-Canada trade deal, which left the possibility of 10% tariffs open. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 501Trudeau wants you to prioritize climate change over feeding your family
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau lectured Canadians about prioritizing climate change over feeding their families ahead of the G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Plus, after bungling Canada’s immigration system, Trudeau released a video on YouTube addressing the mismanaged immigration system, blaming “bad actors.” And the RCMP has thwarted an Iranian plot to assassinate the former attorney general of Canada and minister of justice, Irwin Cotler. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 500The TDSB’s $22 million “decolonized” and “fully Indigenized” school
The Toronto District School Board is requesting nearly $22 million to demolish a Toronto Indigenous school and daycare and reconstruct a new one on the basis that the current structure is too emblematic of an Indigenous residential school. Plus, the Trudeau government’s Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge is refusing to say whether or not the CBC’s outgoing CEO Catherine Tait will be receiving an exit payment for her time at the public broadcaster. And while the Trudeau government begins to curb the number of study permits it issues, the number of international students filing asylum claims is skyrocketing, many of which are suspected to have been filed on fraudulent grounds. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Sheperd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 499Trump ‘border czar’ calls on Canada to secure border
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed a new “border czar” who promises to be tough on illegal immigration and has challenged Canada to secure the US-Canada border amid high levels of terrorist suspects being caught. Plus, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault is proposing a new global carbon tax on maritime shipping. And Toronto food banks see unprecedented demand, surpassing the city’s population. Tune into The Daily Brief with William McBeath and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 498Another alleged terrorist attack targeting Jews thwarted
Two Ottawa youth have been arrested in connection with an alleged terrorist attack targeting a pro-Israel rally on Parliament Hill. Plus, President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming national security advisor Mike Waltz is a frequent critic of the Liberal government and has expressed excitement at the possibility of Pierre Poilievre replacing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. And not even a day after small business advocates disclosed that the carbon tax rebate for small businesses would be taxed, the Liberals backtracked on their position and removed the tax. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 497Woke Remembrance Day ceremonies across Canada
Canadians are up in arms following various municipalities implementing woke initiatives at Remembrance Day ceremonies that featured lengthy land acknowledgments, pro-Palestine activism and overlooked the true importance of the day — honouring fallen soldiers. Plus, a new survey on campus free expression has found that 63% of Canadian undergraduate students fear professional consequences for expressing their honest thoughts and opinions during class. And former Liberal finance minister Bill Morneau is calling for Canada to reconsider core Liberal policies, such as the oil and gas emissions cap. Tune into The Daily Brief with Isaac Lamoureux and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 496TMU backtracks on DEI quota
Toronto Metropolitan University announced it will be walking back plans to allocate 75% of available spots at its new medical school for “equity-deserving admissions pathways.” Plus, the NDP Manitoba government is slashing educational standards for teachers. And Canadian taxpayers are paying even more for expenses incurred by the Prime Minister’s Office under the Trudeau government. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 495X rises to top news app in Canada
X CEO Elon Musk celebrated his “free speech platform’s” victory over legacy and corporate media on Thursday after X became the number one free news application in Canada. Plus, Canada’s healthcare spending is projected to reach a record $372 billion this year, marking a sharp rise over the past two years. And a Dominican man deported for fentanyl trafficking re-entered the U.S. illegally via Vermont with help from a smuggler in Canada. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 494Another influx of migrants coming to Canada from the US?
In the wake of Trump’s re-election, Quebec Premier François Legault warned of a potential surge of migrants moving northward, urging the federal government to strengthen border controls. Plus, a convicted terrorist is currently teaching a social justice course at Carleton University. And Peel police declared the Hindu solidarity rally in Brampton unlawful after weapons were “observed.” Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 493The greatest political comeback in history?
Donald Trump will reclaim the White House following an election victory late Tuesday night. Is this the greatest political comeback in history? Plus, Edmonton police are seeking help to identify suspects in a “hate-motivated” arson and mischief at the Holy Rosary Church in Central Edmonton. And Andrew Feinstein, an ex-South African MP, is urging anti-Israel activists to remake poppies in Palestinian flag colours for Remembrance Month. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 492Poilievre calls on provinces to remove PST on new homes
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has called on premiers across Canada to eliminate provincial sales taxes on new homes under $1 million. Plus, nearly half of all human trafficking cases reported in Canada over the last decade have occurred within five major cities, according to Statistics Canada. And nearly half of Canadians are choosing to forgo medical care because they don’t want to face overwhelming wait times. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 491UCP members overwhelmingly support Smith’s leadership
United Conservative Party leader and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will remain at the helm of the party after she secured 91.5% support in a leadership review at the party’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday. Plus, the Ontario city of Mississauga has declared December Christian Heritage Month and is urging Premier Ford to follow. And the Trudeau government spent $1.7 million on podcasts with barely any listeners. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 490Singh will continue propping up Trudeau gov
Despite claims by NDP Leader Jagmet Singh that he does not support the Trudeau government, his party will continue to prop up the government and will refuse to support attempts to trigger an early election. Plus, newly re-elected British Columbia Premier David Eby has been attempting to court some BC Conservative MLAs to become the next Speaker. And Liberal cabinet ministers are opposed to a Liberal party caucus vote via secret ballot on whether or not members support Justin Trudeau as their leader, while backbenchers say it’s the only way forward for an increasingly divided party. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 489Censoring, tracking and criminalizing “residential school denialism?”
Government-appointed special interlocutor on residential schools Kimberly Murray released her final report on Tuesday, and is again calling for those who question the residential schools narrative in Canada to be fined or jailed, as well as tracked by the feds. Plus, Canada will need to nearly double its military spending to fulfil its NATO commitment of 2% of GDP by 2032 according to the federal budget watchdog. And Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s office confirmed that he would release the identities of all MPs “deemed to have knowingly participated in foreign interference,” if elected. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 488Parks Canada officials “decolonize” our heritage and smear Sir John A
In a recent press conference, investigative journalist Sam Cooper and Independent MP Kevin Vuong accused four officials of being involved in a foreign interference scheme. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals the planning behind a Parks Canada exhibit that smears Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A Macdonald. And the Edmonton Police Service confirmed it was investigating an alleged sexual assault involving an Uber driver. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 487More Canadians than ever are relying on food banks
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced that he would eliminate the federal sales tax on new homes worth less than $1 million if elected. Plus, according to a new report, the number of Canadians relying on food banks is up 90% since 2019, And online hackers managed to access the personal financial data of hundreds of Canadians through the tax preparation company H&R Block to scam the Canada Revenue Agency out of millions of dollars. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 486Are politicians finally realizing the harms of mass immigration?
The Ontario government proposed legislation that would ban medical school seats from going to international students to make room for students in Canada. This follows the Trudeau government reducing its immigration targets after allowing a record amount of migrants into the country. Plus, almost one in two small businesses reported crime or safety-related issues in 2024, marking a sharp increase from the previous year. And most parents are left confused by a year-old change to how grades are represented on report cards in British Columbia. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 485Trudeau gov scales back immigration levels
In a surprise announcement, the Liberal government has pledged to reduce Canada’s annual immigrant intake to 365,000 people by the year 2027. Plus, Quebec’s Ministry of Education has suspended the teaching licenses of 11 elementary school teachers for imposing their “Islamist” religious views on students in public schools. And Toronto police have arrested two individuals alleging they wore medical masks to conceal their identity while taking part in anti-Israel demonstrations preventing employees from entering their places of work. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William MacBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 484Liberal MPs claim their party is united despite push to oust PM
Liberal MPs emerged from their latest caucus meeting steadfast in their support for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau only a day after a petition to oust the Liberal Party of Canada leader was leaked to the media. Plus, the Trudeau government plans to roll out a “colonialism” apology tour, beginning with the wildfire-ravaged Jasper National Park. And police unions across Canada blast Trudeau for misleading Canadians on the handgun freeze, Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 483Rustad takes on the CBC
As British Columbians await the final provincial election vote count, BC Conservative Leader John Rustad challenged a CBC host for doubting the presence of pornography in schools as well as fears over rising crime. Plus, the Liberal government announced a series of changes to the Temporary Foreign Workers program hoping to encourage businesses to hire more Canadian workers. And Canada dropped in ranking when it comes to tax competitiveness among OECD nations. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 482Liberals win big in New Brunswick
Susan Holt’s Liberal Party of New Brunswick has won the province’s 2024 election, marking a significant shift in leadership and ending Blaine Higgs’ pursuit of a third consecutive term. Plus, former B.C. premier Christy Clark is considering a post-Trudeau Liberal leadership bid. And the Trudeau government will soon ban flavoured vaping products nationally. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 481Stalemate in British Columbia
Voters in British Columbia went to the polls on Saturday but the election is too close to call as the NDP and Conservatives are neck-and-neck. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals Danielle Smith’s former campaign manager is organizing “two thousand Muslims” to support the premier at the upcoming AGM. And police arrest two in connection with a shooting at a Jewish Girls’ elementary school in Toronto. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 480Fleeing a sinking ship?
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will have to reshuffle his cabinet once again in the wake of four cabinet ministers announcing that they won’t be seeking reelection. This comes as Trudeau faces a growing movement within the Liberal caucus calling for him to step down as leader. Plus, Vancouver police arrested a repeat offender for allegedly assaulting a woman tourist outside of the city’s cruise ship terminal while he was out on bail. And Trudeau accused Dr. Jordan Peterson and Tucker Carlson of being funded by Russia without any evidence to back up his claims. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 479Poilievre accuses Trudeau of “lying” about foreign interference
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accused Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of “lying” during Trudeau’s testimony at the public inquiry into foreign interference on Wednesday, in which Trudeau alleged the Conservative leader didn’t have the proper security clearance to be briefed on foreign interference by law enforcement. Plus, United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. And a petition that calls for Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow to be fired over her snub of a vigil for the victims of the October 7th terrorist attack has reached 11,000 signatures. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices