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In this episode, we’re joined by Sachit Mehra, President of the Liberal Party of Canada. First elected in 2023, Sachit led the party through a leadership race and a general election that resulted in a fourth straight term in power for the party. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: htt...

In this episode, we’re joined by Joanna Kyriazis. She serves as the Director of Policy and Strategy at Clean Energy Canada, a climate and clean energy think tank at Simon Fraser University. Together, we discuss the future of the electric vehicle industry in Canada and how we can move towards an affordable clean economy. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCan...

In this episode, we’re joined by Hannah Owczar and Kendal David of the Basic Income Youth Collective. We discuss what exactly a basic income is, how it helps create an economic floor in society, and how it can support young people in a precarious economic age. This episode is being released on October 17, the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, to help stir more conversation about ne...

In this episode, we're joined by Kate Graham. She holds a PhD in Political Science and teaches in Governance, Leadership, Ethics at Western and Huron University College. Kate is the author of three books about women in politics and the creator of the No Second Chances Podcast. We discuss her latest book and the challenges of female leadership in the digital age. Where to Find Us:Social Account...

In this episode, we’re joined by independent Manitoba Senator Marilou McPhedran, who has introduced legislation to lower Canada’s voting age to 16. We discuss why the change is needed, how other countries are leading the way, and how each of us can help in this effort to make our democracy better reflect all its citizens. Where to Find Us: Social Accounts: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Progres...

In this episode, we’re joined by André Côté, the Interim Executive Director of The Dais, a public policy and leadership think tank at Toronto Metropolitan University. We discuss online harms facing young people, how the internet is shaping the next generation’s views on democracy, and how we can we can arm Canadian citizens with the tools they need to defeat disinformation. Where to Find Us:Social...

In this episode of The Wrap Up: Ontario, we tackle the Ontario NDP convention in Niagara Falls, Marit Stiles' performance on the mandatory leadership review vote, and what it all means for the party going forward. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/progre...

In our first episode of the On Message panel we discuss the summer political season, the return to parliament, and how each party is framing the political debate in Canada. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/progresscanadapodcastBlueSky: https://bsky.app/prof...

In this episode, we’re joined by MP Chi Nguyen. We talk about her transition from advocate to elected official, what she’s learned so far, and the kind of politics she intends to bring to Parliament Hill. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/progresscanadapodca...

The Wrap-Up Ontario panel is back to discuss the 2025 Ontario Liberal Party AGM, the sudden resignation of party leader Bonnie Crombie, and where the party is headed next. #onpoli #olpldr #ontarioliberal #cdnpoliWhere to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/progresscana...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ontario’s 24th Premier, Dalton McGuinty. From 2003 to 2013, he led the province with a calm, principled leadership style. We discuss his political career and his new book, "Be a Good One," about positive, purpose-drive leadership in politics. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progre...

In this episode we’re joined by Norm Di Pasquale, a former Toronto school trustee who fought for student nutrition programs and the recognition of Prime Month at Ontario schools. Together, we discuss cuts to education and attacks on local democracy in Ontario. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podca...

In this episode, we sit down with pollster and political commentator Kyla Ronellenfitsch to discuss her polling about potential leadership candidates in the lead-up to the Ontario Liberal leadership review in September. Where to Find Us: Social Accounts: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...

In this episode, we’re joined by the leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, Bonnie Crombie. We talk about the fallout from the recent provincial election, her party's upcoming leadership review, and her vision for Ontario's future. Where to Find Us: Social Accounts: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcast Facebook: https:/...

In this episode, we’re joined by the new leader of the Green Party of Prince Edward Island, Matt MacFarlane. We talk about what it means to lead with bold ideas in Canada’s smallest province and what it will take to finally win government. Where to Find Us: Social Media: YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanada⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcast⁠⁠ Facebook:...

The deep blue riding of Battle River–Crowfoot will be up for grabs in a by-election this summer. We break down why this Conservative stronghold matters nationally, what to watch for in the campaign, and the ripple effect the campaign will have on Pierre Poilievre's leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada. Where to Find Us: Social Media: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanada⁠ Ins...

In this episode, we’re joined by former Deputy Premier of Alberta Thomas Lukaszuk to discuss his grassroots campaign to defend Alberta’s place in Canada against rising separatism. Where to Find Us: Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/progresscanadapodcast BlueSky: https://bsky...

After a losing election campaign, the Ontario Liberal Party’s Constitution requires a leadership review to take place at the party’s upcoming convention in September. In this episode, our panel tackles key questions ahead of the vote: What does Bonnie Crombie need to do to convince members she deserves a second chance to lead the party to victory? What do those who want to turn the page on the Cro...

As Ontario's 25th Premier, Kathleen Wynne broke barriers, led Ontario through major challenges, and was a powerful voice in Canadian politics. In this episode, the former Premier joins us to reflect on the changing political landscape, the rise of polarization, and what it takes to lead with integrity in uncertain times. We also talk about the next generation of political leaders—and how we ca...

Prince Edward Island’s governing Progressive Conservativesare choosing a new leader and the next premier. Today, we sit down with leadership contender Mark Ledwell. A lawyer and public policy expert with deep Island roots, he brings decades of experience advising on complex issues related to infrastructure, energy, agri-food, and finance to his bid for the province’s top job. In this episode, Mark...

Doug Ford just won his third straight majority, the first Ontario premier to do so since 1959. But what does it mean for the future of the province? In this debut episode of The Wrap-Up: Ontario , Theresa, Darrell, and Jordan break down the results of the recent provincial election, Ford’s rush to pass seven controversial bills, and what kind of power Ontario’s premier now holds at Queen’s Park an...

Rob Cerjanec is one of the newest MPPs at Queen’s Park. He represents Ajax and serves as the Ontario Liberal Critic for Economic Development and Innovation, Tourism, Sport and Culture. In this episode, Rob shares what it took to win his seat, how he’s adjusting to life in the Legislature, and what he hopes to bring to Queen’s Park as part of a new generation of Liberals. Subscribe to Progress Cana...

In this episode, former Ontario Deputy Premier Deb Matthews joins us to talk about what it takes to build an economic floor in society.   We discuss the creation of the Ontario Child Benefit, Ontario’s Poverty Reduction Strategy, Debt-Free Tuition, and the Ontario Basic Income Pilot.   We also touch on how local progress can spark national action towards building effective income security programs...

What happens when campaign promises meet the reality of governing? In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Canada’s upcoming Throne Speech with speechwriter Lloyd Rang. Lloyd has helped craft these rare and powerful addresses for Ontario premiers and recently worked on Mark Carney’s campaign. He joins us to unpack what makes a Throne Speech different from a stump speech, how priorities are cho...

In this kickoff episode of The Wrap-Up Alberta , we explore a political paradox: Can both the Liberals and Conservatives be gaining ground in Alberta at the same time? We discuss what newly elected MP Eleanor Olszewski needs to do to represent the whole province—inside Cabinet and in caucus. We also dive into the upcoming Throne Speech and what the Prime Minister must do to show he's serious a...