Leaders on the Frontier

Why Is Life in Canada So Expensive?

Life in Canada is getting more expensive, and a lot of people are asking why. 
David Leis talks with former trade minister Ed Fast about what’s happening with Canada’s economy right now—from trade with the U.S. to rising costs at home. 
They break down why Canada is struggling to keep up in a fast-changing world, and what it means for jobs, prices, and the future. You'll want to hear this.  

Is Canada "Going Down the Tubes"?

Is Canada still a good place to do business? 
More companies are holding back investment or moving it elsewhere. That means fewer opportunities, slower growth, and pressure on jobs and living standards. 
Why is this happening? What’s driving capital out of Canada? And what policy changes could help turn things around? 
Join David Leis live with Catherine Swift, President of the Coalition of Concerned Manufacturers & Businesses of Canada, and Ron Koslowsky, business and investment strategist, as they talk through what’s going on and what Canada needs to do next. 

The Truth About Canada’s Immigration Crisis

Canada’s immigration system is under serious pressure, and people are starting to notice. 
Record-high immigration levels, a strained housing market, and growing concerns about fraud and public safety are forcing a tough question: is the system working the way it should? 
Researcher and journalist Riley Donovan breaks down what’s changed, what the latest reports are revealing, and why this debate is no longer avoidable. From temporary foreign workers to citizenship rules and labour shortages, the policies shaping Canada today will define what the country looks like tomorrow. What policy changes need to happen? 

Banks Are Using Your Money for Politics

What is your bank really doing with your money? 
You trust your bank but do you really know what they stand for? From decisions made behind closed doors to policies pushed at annual meetings, your money could be funding agendas that don’t reflect your values. 
Gina Pappano, former head of market intelligence at the Toronto Stock Exchange, exposes what Canada’s big banks are doing and saying, and Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at Frontier Centre, break down what this means for you—and what questions you should be asking your banker. 
This is information most Canadians never hear… but need to. 

Land Claims Will Affect Every Canadian: Lawyer

This is very, very serious for Canada.  
A major court decision in B.C. is raising a question Canadians never thought they’d have to ask: do you actually own your home… or could it be taken away? 
Lawyer Tom Isaac warns we’re in historic times—with massive uncertainty around land claims, property rights, and the future of Canada. If we don’t get our act together, this could be game over. 
There’s not enough clarity, not enough leadership, and the silence from government is deafening. This isn’t just an Indigenous issue—it’s a public policy failure that affects every Canadian, your home, your future, and the economy. 
So where are we going? And what happens if nothing changes?

Liberals Get a Majority—What Happens Now?

The Liberals have a majority, now what? 
With a stronger grip on power in Ottawa, big questions are being raised. Add in controversial floor crossings, and Canadians are divided—some celebrating, others frustrated. 
Why did MPs switch sides? What does this new majority mean within a system of parliamentary democracy? Will this enable a new policy direction or more of the same?  
Join David Leis live with Georganne Burke, who knows the floor crossers and why they made the move, and Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at Frontier Centre, as they break down what this means for Canada’s future. 

Stop Blaming Iran, Canada's Policies Created This Energy Crisis

Gas prices are rising again—and it’s only going to get worse according to energy expert Dan McTeague. With global tensions like the Iran conflict driving oil higher, Canada had a chance to protect itself… but didn’t. 
Dan, founder of Canadians for Affordable Energy and former Liberal MP, explains why government policies, taxes, and net-zero policies are keeping Canada’s oil in the ground while other countries cash in. The result? A weaker dollar, higher costs, and Canadians paying the price. 
So what needs to change and how bad could this get? 

Gas, Groceries & Inflation: The Hidden Costs on Canadians

Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war is hitting Canadian wallets hard!  
Gas prices are rising, food costs are climbing, and the middle class is feeling the squeeze. How will higher energy prices and carbon taxes impact your daily life and the economy? And what should the government do about it? 
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University professor, senior fellow at Frontier Centre, and podcast host of the Food Professor, reveals the real effects on Canadians and the policy choices that could make a difference for you.  

Is Government Funding Killing Journalism?

Canada’s media system is under fire. Trust is collapsing, legacy outlets are struggling, and billions in government subsidies, the CBC, and CRTC regulation are raising big questions. 
Is the system broken? Who’s really controlling the narrative? And what happens to democracy if Canadians stop believing the news? 
Join David Leis live with Peter Menzies (former CRTC Vice-Chair), Candice Malcolm (Founder, True North & Juno News), and Marco Navarro-Genie (VP of Research, Frontier Centre) as they expose what’s gone wrong—and the policy solutions that could change everything and what can you do.  
This affects what you see, what you hear, and what you believe. 

Canada Feels Different Lately… What’s Happening?

Canada’s politics are at a breaking point. Retired politician Preston Manning shares why public trust in politicians is sinking, how floor crossers are shaking democracy, and why Western provinces feel ignored while Quebec gains more control. Preston discusses Canada's stagnant growth, underused natural resources, healthcare bottlenecks, and the federal government’s overreach into provincial authority.