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Leaders on the Frontier

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Since its inception in 1999, the Frontier Centre for Public Policy has been steadfast in its mission to foster Ideas for a Better Tomorrow. Through research, publications, educational events and policy analysis, Frontier has impacted dozens of governments and policy sectors. With Western Canadian roots and a drive to cultivate responsible citizenship, Leaders on the Frontier features discussions of common sense and good governance from this non-partisan, cutting-edge think tank.

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46:46

Indigenous Communities Support Pipelines, Why No One...

Leaders on the Frontier ·

2025/10/14

Many Indigenous communities support pipelines and resource projects—but their voices are often drowned out by noisy activists and media narratives. Engineer and policy expert John Desjarlais, who works closely with First Nations, explains what Indigenous communities actually want and why their perspectives are ignored. Projects like Cedar LNG and Woodfibre LNG show Indigenous leadership and co-governance in action. Natural resources are foundational for Canada—and his vision might surprise you.

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68:15

Freedom Convoy Leaders Sentenced — What It Means for...

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2025/10/09

The leaders of the Freedom Convoy have been sentenced in Ottawa. Tamara Lich and Chris Barber received 18-month conditional sentences, including 12 months of house arrest, while the Crown had pushed for 7–8 years in jail. Was this justice—or an overreach? Could the process itself have been the punishment? Was this prosecution or persecution? And does it undermine your rights and freedoms? David Leis is joined by John Carpay and Ray McGinnis to break down what these rulings really mean for civil

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57:01

Why No One Trusts Canada’s Government Anymore

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2025/10/07

Canada’s Parliament isn’t working—and that should worry every Canadian. Preston Manning, former Leader of the Opposition, says unelected officials are now pulling the strings, while taxpayers foot the bill. With a federal budget finally set for November 4, Canadians could be staring down $90 billion… even $130 billion in new debt. Who pays? You do. And why would businesses invest in what Manning calls a sinking ship? The first step to getting out of a hole is to stop digging. But will Ottawa ever

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61:52

The New Way to Silence Canadians: Cut Off Their Cash

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2025/09/25

During the Freedom Convoy in 2022, Canadians watched as bank accounts were frozen for supporting the protest. Now, in July 2025, it’s happening again. Eva Chipiuk — the lawyer who represented Convoy protestors and cross-examined former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau — says Royal Bank of Canada suddenly dropped her after a few cryptocurrency transactions. Is this a warning to all Canadians? If banks can cut off truckers, lawyers, and ordinary citizens, who’s safe? Weaponizing bank accounts is a

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71:04

9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?

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2025/09/11

Terrorism is still alive and well and yet Canada has not learned the hard lessons of 9/11. With our military in decline, global instability rising, and a government slow to act, are we leaving ourselves vulnerable? Lt.-Gen. (Ret.) Michel Maisonneuve and Col. (Ret.) David Redman join David Leis to reveal what it will take to rebuild Canada’s armed forces, renew our national strength, and protect Canadians before it’s too late?

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01:06:38

Residential Schools and “Genocide” in Canada, It's...

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2025/08/26

What really happened in Canada’s colonial past and why does the truth still matter today? David Leis sits down with Lord Nigel Biggar, author of Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning, to unpack the complex history between colonial powers and Indigenous peoples. From early cooperation to painful conflicts and the controversial legacy of residential schools, Biggar challenges the oversimplified narratives shaping public debate. He also confronts the moral record of the British Empire and its role in both

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01:13:39

Canada’s Economy Is Paralyzed, How Do We Fix It?

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2025/08/21

The Air Canada and government dispute showed us how fragile our economy is. On top of that, Parliament isn’t sitting, there’s no budget, trade talks are stalled, and housing is in crisis. Meanwhile, the U.S. is growing, President Donald Trump is pushing peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, and Canada is busy advocating for Palestinian statehood. How do we get Canada moving again? Former Saskatchewan Premier Grant Devine and former Liberal MP Dan McTeague join David Leis to unpack what's really

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01:05:34

The Tragic Disappearance of Canada’s Middle Class

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2025/08/14

Canada should be booming but instead, we’re bleeding talent, crushing opportunity, and killing the middle class. Politicians seem more interested in controlling Canadians and are driving investment to the U.S. The result? You can’t afford a home, the middle class is disappearing, and a net outflow of money is eroding confidence in our economy and our democracy. David Leis is joined by Chris Bloomer, former CEO of the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association, and Gina Pappano, Executive Director of

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44:37

Canada’s Energy Could End Global Poverty, So What’s...

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2025/08/12

Millions, including Canadians, are living in the dark. Help Is on the Way is a gripping new documentary exposing energy poverty, when people can't afford to heat their homes or keep the lights on. David Leis sits down with filmmaker Mathew Embry who reveals the real causes, the human cost, and how Canada could help—if bad policy wasn’t getting in the way. If you care about poverty, energy, or Canada’s future, don’t miss this episode. #EnergyPoverty #Canada #AffordableEnergy #ClimatePolicy

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01:11:32

Canada’s Proposed New Laws Could Crush Your Freedoms

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2025/07/15

The government is quietly pushing laws that could let them spy on your mail, ban content online, and criminalize big cash purchases. Bill C-2 (The Strong Border Act) could give Canada Post the power to open your mail and much more. The Online Harms Act is back—and more dangerous than ever. David Leis talks with Joshua Dehaas of the Canadian Constitution Foundation to break it all down—and explain why you need to act now. This episode is your wake-up call.

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01:14:53

Canada’s Military Is Broken—And Cash Alone Won’t Fix It

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2025/06/26

The NATO summit is over, and Canada was barely at the table. With global threats rising, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Michel Maisonneuve joins David Leis to ask: How do we rebuild our national defence—and why does it matter to every Canadian? Because this isn’t just about security. It’s about our economy, our identity, and whether Canada remains sovereign—or becomes the 51st state.

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54:39

What the Media Won’t Tell You About Immigration,...

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2025/06/24

Jan Jekielek exposes the media's lies. From LA’s immigration protests to the “No Kings” movement, Jan, a senior editor at Epoch Times, exposes how the press twists the truth on Covid, Israel-Iran, trade, and more. He also digs into censorship, China’s growing influence in Canada, and why the mainstream press is failing the public.

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01:30:24

Israel & Iran at War, Canada’s Not Prepared

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2025/06/19

Tensions in the Middle East are exploding. As Iran and Israel clash, will the U.S. get pulled into another war? And if so—what could happen next? Join David Leis with intelligence expert Scott McGregor and crisis management expert Lt. Col. David Redman as they break down: -What’s really happening in the region -What this conflict means to Canada -What the G7 summit revealed—and why President Trump left early And most importantly: Is Canada taking its own national security seriously enough? With

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01:13:01

Silenced by the System—Now He’s Fighting Back

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2025/06/17

What really happened to Collin May, the former chair of the Alberta Human Rights Commission who was canceled just weeks into his appointment? Collin is now a Senior Fellow at the Frontier Centre of Public Policy. In this gripping conversation, Collin opens up to David Leis about the personal and professional fallout, the ideological machine behind his cancellation, and why cancel culture is one of the biggest threats to free society today.

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57:09

What Mainstream Media Won’t Tell You—They Will. Meet...

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2025/06/10

Tanya and Ryan Davies never planned to launch a political podcast. But when Covid hit and the country changed, so did they. In this conversation, they share their powerful journey from quiet citizens to bold truth-tellers behind the hit podcast Northern Perspective. They talk about what pushed them to speak out, the backlash they’ve faced, and the surprising support that’s followed. With over 180,000 subscribers, they’re tapping into something millions of Canadians are feeling: frustration,

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01:06:21

Is This the Start of a Canadian Comeback—or More...

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2025/06/05

After the First Ministers Meeting in Saskatoon, Canada’s premiers struck a rare unified tone with PM Mark Carney, prompting talk of renewed hope for the Canadian dream. Even Premier Danielle Smith said she’s “encouraged” by Carney’s shift—especially his talk of Canada as an “energy superpower.” But behind the smiles and headlines, there’s still no clear plan for nation-building projects or fast-track approvals. Is this real progress—or just a photo op? Are leaders finally ready to act—or just

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01:19:28

Throne Speech SHOCKERS & Canada’s Housing Crisis EXPOSED

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2025/05/29

🇨🇦 A Country That Once Promised More… Now Delivers Less 🏚️ Is the Canadian dream slipping away? Urban policy analyst Wendell Cox and Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at Frontier Centre, break down a shocking new report on Canada’s housing crisis. Is it worse than we thought? Will your kids ever own a home? What do you need to know to prepare for what’s coming—and is there still time to turn things around? 👉 PLUS: They break down the King's Speech from the Throne—does it offer real hope, or

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57:17

Canada’s Economy Is in Trouble—But There’s a Way Out

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2025/05/27

Why are Canadians getting poorer while Americans surge ahead? David Leis and economic columnist Matthew Lau talk about the widening economic gap between Canada and the U.S.—and the numbers are alarming. Business investment is down, productivity is flat, and the middle class is feeling the squeeze. They break down the $48 billion deficit, rising government spending, and the case for privatization. Is Ottawa helping—or just getting in the way? Plus they talk about trade barriers between provinces,

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59:56

Feeling Let Down by the Election? Do This Next

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2025/05/06

The election is over and for some, it feels like a train wreck. But now what? Civic advocate Maggie Hope Braun joins David Leis to lay out a path forward. She exposes how local governments are quietly being influenced and why getting involved in your school board or city council could be the most powerful thing you do. If you're feeling disillusioned, this episode will light a fire.

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01:23:45

Fear vs. Policy: What the Election Results Really Mean

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2025/05/01

The election’s over but the fallout is just beginning. What will Mark Carney do next? Can Pierre Poilievre hold on to power? Will the NDP prop up the Liberals to form a majority? David Leis and his guests former Liberal MP Dan McTeague and former Premier of Saskatchewan Grant Devine unpack it all. Fear vs. policy, winners vs. survivors, and what it means for Canada's future. If you're happy or discouraged by the results, this conversation will give you the clarity and hope you need.

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