Alberta Separation: Strategy, Pitfalls, & What's at Stake | MartyUpNorth_2

We tackle the biggest questions shaping Canada’s future—starting with Bill C‑5, the new federal law aimed at breaking down labour barriers between provinces. Is it truly a win for workers, or just another Ottawa power move?We then dig into Canada’s bold promise to hit NATO’s 2% GDP target by the end of 2025—raising the question: where is all this money coming from, and can we afford it as the economy struggles? Finally, we take a hard look at Alberta’s growing independence movement: who’s driving it, how much support it really has, and what separation would actually mean. Should Alberta separate? Will Bill C‑5 help Canadians? And who’s really paying for this military pledge?

We pull back the curtain on two of the most important—and overlooked—power plays happening right now. First, we dive into the very public meltdown between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Then we shine a light on what's happening behind closed doors with PM Mark Carney, who has reportedly been in quiet talks with Trump's circle about future economic policy. This episode is packed with questions the mainstream won't ask—and insights Canada needs to hear.

In this episode, we unpack King Charles III's historic visit to Canada. Why did he really come? Was it just ceremony, or a bold political message? We're going to explore the king's unexpected role in shaping Canada's identity amid global pressure, what this moment says about Canada's independence—and where is Pierre Poilievre now after losing his seat in the 2025 election?

Alberta wants out. But is separation just political theatre—or a legitimate path forward? We're joined by Jason Lavigne, host of The Lavigne Show and Regional Leader/Media Relations for the Alberta Prosperity project. He breaks down what the project stands for and the underlying frustrations fuelling Alberta's desire to separate from Canada.

Canada produces some of the cleanest oil on the planet—so why is our government trying to shut it down? On today’s episode, Kevin Tucker (host of the Great Northern Discussion Podcast) joins us to unpack the facts about Canadian oil, our global leadership in clean energy innovation, and the political agenda that seems determined to cripple one of our greatest national advantages. Is this really about the environment—or something else entirely?

On the heels of the federal election, we're discussing the latest developments in Canada: Mark Carney's meeting with Donald Trump, the true nature of their relationship, and Danielle Smith's comments on an independence referendum for Alberta. Are things about to change for good?