Friday, February 24th 2023

The much talked about “Just Transition” plan, designed to move workers to greener, more sustainable jobs, has been unveiled, with a new name. Now called the Sustainable Jobs plan, the initiative was released with little fanfare, and light on details, according to critics. Tyler Dawson, National Post reporter and producer of this podcast, joins the show to discuss what the Sustainable Jobs plan covers, what it’s lacking, and why it’s still ruffling feathers in Alberta. Background reading: Liberals' 'just transition' clean energy jobs plan is a plan for more plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday, February 21st 2023

A year to the day after police started dismantling the large-scale Freedom Convoy protest that had blockaded a large swath of downtown Ottawa, Justice Paul Rouleau delivered his report into the federal government's use of the Emergencies Act to deal with the movement. While he ultimately found the threshold was met to invoke the act, there was plenty of blame to throw around as to how we got there. National Post political reporter Ryan Tumilty joins the show to discuss Justice Rouleau’s main findings, where agencies and governments dropped the ball, and what recommendations he makes to address problems in the future. Background reading: Trudeau government justified in using unprecedented powers of Emergencies Act: ruling Trudeau expresses regret for denouncing Freedom Convoy protesters as 'fringe minority' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday, February 14th 2023

Just a few months into his third term as mayor of Canada’s largest city, John Tory announced his resignation on Friday.  The resignation follows revelations he had an affair with a 31-year-old staffer, and forces the city to hold a byelection in the coming months. National Post columnist Chris Selley joins the show to discuss how the revelations came to light, what it does to Tory’s legacy in politics and business, and what issues his replacement will have to deal with. Background reading: Chris Selley: John Tory's political career ends in the stupidest way imaginable John Tory still hasn't officially resigned after admitting affair — and he may not have to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday, February 10th 2023

The premiers and the prime minister met in Ottawa to hammer out a new funding agreement that many hope will address some real pressure points in our health-care system. Ultimately, the deal amounts to about $200 billion, but will that be enough to address the strain on hospitals, or get Canadians better access to doctors? National Post political reporter Ryan Tumilty joins the show to discuss the details of the deal, how the premiers have reacted, and whether the provinces will ultimately accept it. Background reading: Trudeau offers premiers $46.1 billion in new money over next decade for health care Early signs premiers will accept Trudeau's 'disappointing' health-care offer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wednesday, February 8th 2023

Recent violence on Toronto transit has sparked fears among riders and pushed police and city officials to act to address the problem. But some are wondering whether the measures will actually improve safety or deal with underlying issues. National Post reporter Adrian Humphreys joins the show to discuss how severe the violence has been, whether riders feel the measures taken are enough, and if it’s an indication that Toronto is facing a spike in violent crime. Background reading - 'Toronto turning into Gotham city': Random violence pushing Toronto to tipping point Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices