Former MP Michelle Ferreri, who represented Peterborough-Kawartha, has been vocal since leaving Parliament about government overreach, economic challenges, eroding public trust, and social issues like online harms. Her core argument—that Canada has shifted from "managing prosperity" to "managing decline" In this candid conversation with David Craig, she pulls back the curtain on life inside Ottawa, explains why trust in government is collapsing, and shares the shocking stories of online sextortion victims that changed how she views social media and public policy. From Alberta's independent spirit to Canada's growing debt, rising crime, and the leadership vacuum in Ottawa, they discuss where the country is headed and if it's too late to change course.

Why are investors avoiding Canada? Catherine Swift joins David Leis to explain why businesses are leaving, investment is drying up, and jobs are disappearing. She argues the problem is caused by bad government policies. From taxes and red tape to pipelines, mining, and government spending, Swift explains why she believes Canada has become one of the hardest places to do business—and what policy changes could turn things around. If Canada wants more jobs, higher wages, and a stronger economy, where do we start?

Where is Canada actually headed? David Leis sits down with Conrad Black for an honest conversation about Canada’s identity, its history, and the pressures building across politics, the courts, and the economy as we head toward 2027. They talk about concerns around the rule of law and judicial activism, and whether courts are starting to reshape how laws are applied. Black also weighs in on rising frustration in Western Canada, especially Alberta, where questions about sovereignty and federal policy are getting louder. Then there’s the bigger picture: taxes, trade with the United States, and whether Canada is still set up to compete and grow in today’s world. At the core of it all is a simple question: is Canada still being governed in a way that works for Canadians?

What is really happening behind closed doors between Canada and the United States? In this episode of Citizen, David Craig and Jeremy Prest sit down with independent White House journalist Lyndsay Keith to break down the state of Canada–U.S. relations, including trade tensions, the CUSMA agreement, and how President Trump is shaping global negotiations. Lyndsay offers an inside look at life in the Oval Office, how Trump approaches diplomacy and leverage, and why issues like manufacturing, trade deficits, and global conflicts are driving U.S. decision-making. The conversation also explores broader geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel, and global shipping routes, and what it all means for Canada’s place on the world stage. Finally, they discusses how media narratives shape public perception of the United States, and why the reality on the ground often looks very different from what audiences are told.

Canada is rolling out new laws to regulate online content—but at what cost? David Leis and Josh Dehaas, with Canadian Constitution Foundation, break down Bill C9 and many other censorship bills that are aimed at protecting children online, but raise serious questions about free speech, privacy, and government control over information. From age verification and internet surveillance concerns to AI regulation and censorship risks, Josh shares whether Canada is crossing a line between safety and overreach. At the heart of it is a policy clash: protecting people online… versus protecting open expression in a digital age.

Canada’s immigration policy is a train wreck, and it’s creating real security risks. Former RCMP intelligence analyst Scott McGregor explains how gaps in policy, weak enforcement, and slow deportation systems are being exploited by organized crime and foreign actors in Canada. This isn’t just about border control—it’s about policy failure. From ports to courts, the system is struggling to keep up, and criminals know it. The question is simple: what policy changes are needed before the gaps get worse?

Something feels like it’s shifting in Canada right now—trade talks, new laws, and our relationship with the United States are all moving at the same time. In this conversation, Josh Udall from The Elevate Report helps break down what’s actually going on with CUSMA, Canada–U.S. negotiations, and why so many people feel like things are changing faster than they can keep up. Is this just normal politics and negotiation? Or are we watching a bigger shift unfold in real time without most people noticing? Either way, it’s worth paying attention to.

Why land claims are raising alarm bells for homeowners. Law professor Bruce Pardy joins David Leis to discuss why court decisions, B.C. Indigenous land claims, and government policy are raising new questions about property rights in Canada. What do the Cowichan case in B.C. and the recent New Brunswick ruling actually mean? Why aren't property rights protected in Canada's Constitution? And what happens when uncertainty over land ownership starts affecting housing, investment, and economic growth? This isn't just a legal debate. It's about whether Canadians can have confidence in the future of homeownership and property rights.

Something is shifting in Alberta and almost nobody is explaining it properly. Is this really about separation… or something far more strategic? In this episode, host David Craig breaks down the growing referendum conversation, the political tension between Alberta and Ottawa, and why some argue this isn’t about leaving Canada but about forcing it to change. What if the real goal isn’t independence… but leverage?

Canada is not secure, and according to Lieutenant-Colonel (Ret.) David Redman, the risks and our "enemies" are already here. Redman, who served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 27 years, reveals just how weak Canada's border is, our failing immigration enforcement, and explains how the courts and policing systems are not keeping up with reality. He raises serious concerns about known threats operating freely in Canada, questions whether Canada is properly prioritizing its own military before sending billions to Ukraine, and warns that allies like the United States may act to protect their own interests regardless of Canada’s position. What does it take to get Canada back in control of its borders, its laws, and its national security?

Is Canada still a place where you can realistically build wealth, or are we watching a shift that most people haven’t fully felt yet? Senior portfolio manager with Wellington-Altus, Martin Pelletier breaks down what’s happening beneath the surface of Canada’s economy, from housing becoming increasingly out of reach in major cities, to inflation reshaping the value of money, and why the gap between asset owners and wage earners keeps growing. We also get into what the bond market is signalling about debt and government spending, and why some Canadians, especially entrepreneurs, are starting to look elsewhere for opportunity.

Is public land still truly public? Most Canadians don’t think twice about Crown land—it’s where people hunt, fish, camp, and get away from the city. But that access is becoming a real point of tension. David Leis is joined by Jesse Zeman of the BC Wildlife Federation and Chris Heald of the Manitoba Wildlife Federation to talk about what’s changing on Crown lands across Canada, and why more people are worried they’re slowly getting locked out. They break down new policy shifts, conservation rules, and land-use decisions that could affect everyday Canadians, not just hunters and anglers. If access keeps shrinking, it changes how families use the land, how communities connect with nature, and who gets to enjoy Canada’s outdoors at all.