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On Saturday, November 19th, Leon Fontaine passed away. His wife Sally and the rest of his family are taking this time to gather and mourn. Thank you so much for all of your love and support.

Please be praying for the Fontaine family during this time. Click here to read a statement from the Fontaine family.

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.

Latest Episode

Trump Exposed Canada’s Weaknesses. Can Canada Be Fixed?

Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague says Canada's democracy is broken—and prorogued Parliament only made it worse. Meanwhile, while some Canadians are outraged at President Donald Trump, McTeague argues he’s simply exposed Canada’s weaknesses—on pipelines, EVs, and interprovincial trade. Has it taken an outsider to remind us of our own nation’s strength? How do we turn things around in Canada?

Featured Podcast Episode

Trump Exposed Canada’s Weaknesses. Can Canada Be Fixed?

Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague says Canada's democracy is broken—and prorogued Parliament only made it worse. Meanwhile, while some Canadians are outraged at President Donald Trump, McTeague argues he’s simply exposed Canada’s weaknesses—on pipelines, EVs, and interprovincial trade. Has it taken an outsider to remind us of our own nation’s strength? How do we turn things around in Canada?

David Leis

Before joining the Frontier Centre for Public Policy as Vice President of Development & Engagement, 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.

David Leis