
Big Topics & Big Ideas
Since its inception in 1999, the Frontier Centre for Public Policy has been steadfast in its mission to foster Ideas for a Better Tomorrow. Through research, publications, educational events and policy analysis, Frontier has impacted dozens of governments and policy sectors. With Western Canadian roots and a drive to cultivate responsible citizenship, Leaders on the Frontier features discussions of common sense and good governance from this non-partisan, cutting-edge think tank.
Canada’s Political System Is Crumbling—How It Will Affect You
Canada’s political machine is grinding—but is it doing anything useful? In this eye-opening conversation, David Leis sits down with former MP Dan McTeague to talk about Parliament’s dysfunction, runaway spending, and the shocking lack of transparency in Ottawa. They also break down Canada’s energy crisis, the failures of federal-provincial collaboration, and why the private sector—not politicians—might be the key to rebuilding national unity. If you’re wondering where Canada’s leadership has gone, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.
Featured Podcast Episode
Canada’s Political System Is Crumbling—How It Will Affect You
Canada’s political machine is grinding—but is it doing anything useful? In this eye-opening conversation, David Leis sits down with former MP Dan McTeague to talk about Parliament’s dysfunction, runaway spending, and the shocking lack of transparency in Ottawa. They also break down Canada’s energy crisis, the failures of federal-provincial collaboration, and why the private sector—not politicians—might be the key to rebuilding national unity. If you’re wondering where Canada’s leadership has gone, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.
David Leis
Before becoming the president and CEO of the Frontier Centre for Public Policy, David Leis served in a variety of senior leadership roles within industry, government, First Nations and education. His academic credentials from Waterloo, Ryerson and Toronto led him to earn his Masters in Public Policy at Queen's University in Ontario. Networking everywhere he goes, David's warm personality has created connections with leaders around the globe. With a tenacious passion for Canada's success and a high regard for people, David relishes the opportunity to educate and inform by hosting Leaders on the Frontier.
