Still Strong and Free? | Citizen | 025
Is Canada strong, united, and free—or more divided than ever? David Leis joins Jeremy and David to discuss how Justin Trudeau is faring in the polls, the tension amongst his Liberal caucus, Danielle Smith's proposed Alberta Bill of Rights, and the upcoming US election. Stay up to date and stay involved as a citizen with this week's episode.
Episodes
Freedom Convoy Fiasco: Exposing Leadership Overreach | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | Citizen | 010
July 18, 2024
Was invoking the Emergencies Act the right response to the Freedom Convoy in 2022? David and Jeremy unpack the layers of this historic time: lack of leadership, government overreach, division, misinformation, and more. For the sake of future generations, the lessons we learned can't be forgotten.
Freedom Convoy: The Truth Exposed | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | Citizen | 009
July 15, 2024
David and Jeremy reflect on their firsthand experience during the Freedom Convoy of 2022. On the streets of Ottawa, they had the chance to uncover the lies and see the truth for themselves. Find out how this pivotal time led to the birth of the Citizen show, and why the lessons learned still matter so much today.
Uncontrolled Government Spending | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | 008
July 8, 2024
High taxes, ballooning government, and uncontrolled spending: these are just some of the factors driving businesses to pack up and leave Canada. In this follow-up to a recent episode on Canada's national debt, David and Jeremy discuss our nation's economic competitiveness, the business exodus, and government budgetary concerns.
Capital Gains Tax: An Unfair Burden? | Martin Pelletier | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | Citizen | 007
June 20, 2024
David and Jeremy sat down with Martin Pelletier, a seasoned financial advisor and portfolio manager, to dissect the complex issue of capital gains taxation and its repercussions on Canadians. Not only do these taxes put a burden on individual investors, but they can hinder Canada's economic growth. Can we find a healthier approach to our nation's tax system?