Canada Off Script

A new poll from Nanos Research just revealed something surprising: 43% of Canadians say they are less likely to travel to the United States in 2026.Why? Rising travel costs, global instability, border hassles, and a growing realization that Canada itself might be one of the best places to vacation in the world. In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault breaks down 10 reasons more Can...

Police burnout is becoming a serious problem across North America - and most people don’t realize how much it affects their communities. In this conversation, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, sits down with Ross McLean aka ‪@McLeanChronicle‬ to talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes in modern policing. Over the last several years, police officers across many cities have...

Is “tax the rich” really the solution to Canada’s economic problems - or is it a political distraction? In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault breaks down the numbers behind Canada’s federal budget, tax revenue, and projected $78 billion deficit for 2025-2026. The top 1% and top 20% of earners already contribute a significant portion of Canada’s income tax revenue - so is raising...

Shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate General Toronto early in the morning in what police are calling a national security incident. Two suspects reportedly exited a white SUV and fired multiple rounds at the building before fleeing the scene. No one was injured, but the implications are serious. In this episode of Canada Off Script - Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, speaks with form...

Homeowners are being charged after defending their own families - even when charges are later dropped. Has the law gone too far, or is this the price of accountability? In this video, Randall Arsenault sits down with security expert Ross McLean ‪ to break down the growing controversy around self-defence laws in Canada. From real cases where homeowners faced charges to the emotional and financial t...

Should speeding fines be based on your income? Imagine getting pulled over for going 30 over - if you make $50K a year, it's around $100... but if you're raking in $250K, it could be thousands! This is already happening in Finland and other countries, and there's talk of bringing income-based fines to North America. In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Offi...

Is Canada becoming more like the United States in 2026? From US media dominance and creeping political polarization to tariffs, sovereignty threats, and annexation talk under Trump - many Canadians are asking if we're drifting south or finally pushing back harder than ever. In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault breaks down: Historic low US favourability in Canada (Pew 2025 &a...

Why are thousands of Americans quietly moving to Canada? Is Canada a nice place to live? Is Canada safe? From universal healthcare and lower crime rates to better work-life balance, multicultural cities, and a calmer political climate - this video counts down the Top 10 reasons Americans are quietly choosing Canada over the US. Not a massive exodus, but a steady stream of skilled professionals, fa...

The Toronto Police Project South corruption scandal is everywhere right now, and the outrage is justified. But here’s what’s getting lost in the noise - When corruption breaks, it doesn’t just damage public trust - it hits thousands of honest officers immediately. On the street. Online. Even grabbing coffee. In this timely conversation, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, sits down with...

With over 20 years experience as a police officer, Randall Arsenault has pulled over thousands of drivers - and the reasons haven’t changed much in decades. In this video, Randall breaks down the Top 10 reasons police stop drivers in Canada in 2026, including new laws, expensive tickets, and common mistakes that drivers make every single day - often without realizing it. Randall also shares real-w...

Canadians tee it up TWICE as much per capita as our American neighbours - proving golf's huge appeal everywhere, even in the Great White North! In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault sits down with Howard, an avid golfer, to talk about shocking facts about golf in Canada that most people - golfers and non-golfers alike - don’t realize. Despite brutal winters and a short golf s...

Is Canada worth saving? It’s a question more Canadians are asking - and getting attacked for asking honestly. In this video, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, responds to the backlash he received after sharing positive facts about Canada - including education outcomes, crime rates, social stability, and international rankings - all backed by data from Statistics Canada, the OECD, and...

In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, dives deep into how Donald Trump's bullying tactics and tariffs on Canada have completely backfired, sparking a powerful grassroots boycott of American products that's stronger than ever in 2026. What started with pulling US alcohol off shelves (Jack Daniel's sales down over 60%, US spirits exports to...

Canada vs USA political system comparison - which country actually has the better system of government? In this video, Randall Arsenault breaks down the key differences between Canada and the United States, including how leaders are chosen, the role of the Prime Minister vs President, Provinces vs States, Premiers vs Governors, elected vs appointed Senators, political donations, confidence votes,...

Is boiling lobsters alive cruel? With the UK now planning to ban live boiling of lobsters, crabs, and shrimp by 2030 due to sentience and pain evidence, this timely video dives into the science, laws, and what it means for Canada's massive lobster industry. From PEI family traditions to the world's largest lobster producer (multi-billion dollar economy in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and PE...

Canada is HUGE! Bigger than the entire US when you count our lakes - yet our population is about the same as California! That means endless wilderness packed with incredible wildlife. In this video, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down the Top 15 wild animals Canada is known for, from bears (we've got up to 500,000!) to beavers, moose, wolves, raccoons, Canada geese (aka...

More Canadians than ever are choosing to stay home - and in 2026, it actually makes total sense. With travel costs rising, border hassles increasing, and domestic tourism booming, many Canadians are realizing they don’t need to leave the country to have an incredible vacation. From coast to coast, Canada offers world-class scenery, familiar laws, the same currency, no roaming fees, and peace of mi...

Winter isn’t just uncomfortable - it can be downright unforgiving. In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down 10 real winter dangers that can put you or your family in serious danger if you’re not aware. These aren’t “winter hacks” - these are winter survival basics. Some of these are things people do every single day in cold weather, without r...

Police driving through red lights. Police using cell phones while driving. Police parking where you’d get ticketed instantly. Is this a double standard… or something most people don’t understand? In this video, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down:The top 3 most common tickets police give every yearHow one traffic stop can turn into multiple ticketsWhy police are legally allo...

Why Americans should visit Canada, and why Canadians need to staycation in 2026!In this video, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down 12 powerful reasons why 2026 is the perfect time for Americans to travel to Canada - from a stronger U.S. dollar and easy border travel, to world-class food, breathtaking landscapes, friendly people, and unforgettable experiences you won’t find a...

15 MORE things Americans don’t know about Canadians… but really should. After the massive response to Part 1, you asked for a sequel - and here it is. Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down another set of surprising, funny, and very real Canadian facts that Americans almost never hear or think about. From our regions, wildlife, spelling, policing differences, drinking habits, s...

10 Canadian Winter Hacks You NEED To Know (Americans Won’t Understand) On this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, is breaking down real Canadian winter hacks that we’ve been using our whole lives - from grocery-bag lined boots to turning your backyard into a deep freezer. Whether you’re Canadian and want a good laugh, or American and curious how we survive...

What do Americans really know about Canada? Not as much as you might think. So today, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, is breaking down 15 things Americans don’t know about Canadians. From our national animals, our money, our sports, our holidays, and even our beavers and maple syrup “Fort Knox.”Whether you’re American, Canadian, or somewhere in between, this video covers fun facts a...

Americans say they love Canada, but let's face it - most can’t name three Provinces. In this follow-up video, we’re diving even deeper into how the U.S. actually views Canada - and why they’re often wrong. From healthcare and firearm laws to quality of life, culture, and trade, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down the myths, stereotypes, and stats that define the love-hat...

Are Blue Jays players overpaid - or are they worth every penny? In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, sits down with sports marketing expert Howard to debate the true value of professional athletes and how the Toronto Blue Jays’ World Series run is impacting Canada far beyond the ballpark. The short answer is yes - they're worth every penny...and...