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Western Context
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Removing bias and sensationalism from the news of Alberta, BC, and Canada. Providing the context and information needed to put you on the right side of the news.

Episodes

  1. 4D AGO

    Unity After Tragedy

    Tumbler Ridge, BC experiences tragedy, the University of Alberta moves to remove DEI policies, and the Supreme Court overturns Elections Canada’s result in Terrebonne. Also, Canada is on track to miss every climate target possible. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:01:49 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 2m

  2. FEB 8

    Preserving Our Heritage

    Stephen Harper’s portrait unveiling shows a media turnaround, a Canadian heritage website was almost lost entirely, and the people behind Alberta’s recalls are unveiled. Also, some Vancouver councillors want to ban ICE during the FIFA World Cup games. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:02:15 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 2m

  3. FEB 1

    A Passing Grade

    Carney announces a further GST rebate, Eby calls Alberta separatists treasonous, while Eby is called the worst fiscal manager in BC history. Also, Poilievre passes his leadership review with 87.4% approval. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:07:07 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 7m

  4. JAN 25

    Ambition and Reality

    Canada’s federal court overturns the TikTok ban, BC will revise its First Nations DRIPA legislation, and the US is looking at Alberta’s independence movement with interest. Also, Carney’s Davos speech sends a political shockwave across the world. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:10:46 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 11m

  5. JAN 18

    Canola Diplomacy

    The CBC leaves out important information on the Toronto protests, Calgary sees infrastructure problems with its water pipes, and BC ends its failed decriminalization pilot. Also, Mark Carney makes a deal with China on canola and EVs. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:11:52 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 12m

  6. JAN 11

    Set Me Free

    Chrystia Freeland resigns to accept an economic role in Ukraine, Rebecca Schulz resigns as Alberta environment minister, and David Eby wants a refinery instead of a pipeline. Also, the Cape Breton gun buyback pilot brings in only 25 guns. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 55:41 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    56 min

  7. 12/28/2025

    2025 In Context

    We look at 2025’s news stories, including consequential elections, possible pipelines, numerous union strikes, trade talks, and the ascension of Prime Minister Mark Carney. We also go over our favourite pictures, quotes, words and episodes of the year. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:03:40 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 4m

  8. 12/21/2025

    Back to Basics

    A BC college loses its credentials, Danielle Smith speaks candidly about immigration, and the happiness of Canada’s youth plummets. Also, a US trade deal is not on the horizon. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:03:54 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 4m

  9. 12/14/2025

    Unintended Consequences

    David Eby backtracks on indigenous reconciliation, Alberta’s job creation lowers unemployment, and the CRA spends $18M on a chatbot that doesn’t work. Also, another floor crossing shows the importance of foreign interference coverage. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:10:23 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 10m

  10. 12/07/2025

    Rustad Resigns

    John Rustad eventually resigns as BC Conservative Leader, the UCP AGM reaffirms Danielle Smith’s opposition to federal overreach, and Canada steps into the EU tent on defence. Also, a Canadian company sells military APCs to ICE. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:02:54 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

    1h 3m
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