Policy and Rights

Michael Clogs

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This a series of conversations around government policy and our rights. We are trying to report information to listeners about what is happening with government and communities Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

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carney on Eurpe and Canada ties Recording 1

the UN Secretary General succession process featuring candidate Caroline Rodriguez Burgett, and Canadian housing and foreign policy under Prime Minister Mark Carney. The host frames both segments under a broader theme of human rights, pluralism, and inclusive governance. AnnouncementsUN Secretary General candidate: Caroline Rodriguez Burgett (b. 1973), Guyanese diplomat and permanent resident to the UN — noted as the highest-ranking Guyanese person of Indigenous descent in her country's governmental history. 1Candidate focus areas: Plans to build and support UN infrastructure so member states can operate productively and human rights rise to the top of the UN agenda. 1Canada housing investment: CAD $3.2 billion split between a federal community-building fund and BDC, deployed over the next decade. 2Primary mechanism: Slash multi-unit housing development costs by up to 50% in priority communities — estimated savings of ~$40,000 per unit for home builders. 2Context: A one-bedroom condo in British Columbia can exceed $300,000; goal is to pass savings to home buyers. 2Policy intent: Unfreeze housing projects rendered financially impossible under high interest rate conditions. 2Carney's foreign policy pitch (Dublin/Trinity College): Called on mid-level powers — Canada and EU nations — to combine economic, military, and demographic strength rather than competing for favor with global superpowers. 3Key quote: "In a world of great power rivalry, middle powers have a choice to compete for favor or combine to create a third path with impact." 3Framing: Carney described Canada as "the most European, non-European country", citing shared values of pluralism and human rights. 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 33m
Jun 19

PAR (Revised) - Who is Pauline Hanson_ One Nation's Pauline Hanson addresses National Press Club

Pauline Hanson is a prominent right-wing populist politician and the leader of the One Nation party who currently serves as a Federal Senator for Queensland, a role she has held since 2016. Her political career began in 1996 when she was elected to the House of Representatives for Oxley, where she quickly gained national attention for her controversial maiden speech targeting multiculturalism and immigration. Hanson's platform is built on an "Australia First" ideology, advocating for drastic reductions in migrant intake and the protection of national sovereignty and traditional values. Despite losing her seat in 1998 and spending years as a high-profile public figure outside of parliament, she made a successful comeback in 2016 and remains a polarizing figure known for her outspoken criticism of Islam, Asian immigration, and Indigenous policies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 40m
Jun 17

Security Council: Advancing political solutions in the Middle East

Colombia’s presidency of the UN Security Council in June 2026 is unique, especially when viewed through a human rights lens. Under the leadership of Ambassador Leonor Zalabata—the first Indigenous person to represent Colombia at this level—the country is intentionally intertwining two key tracks: political mediation in the Middle East and the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 33m
Jun 8

How important is Romania to global peace and security

Romania's strategic security posture on NATO's eastern flank and Colombia's historic June 2025 Security Council presidency under indigenous Ambassador Leonora Zalabata Torres, focusing on Black Sea security, multilateral peace efforts, and the next UN Secretary General selection process. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 21m
Jun 2

A Conservative View of the Canadian Economy

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's May 20 press conference attacking Prime Minister Mark Carney's economic policies following Canada's economic contraction, plus the government's $5 billion Saab Global Eye surveillance aircraft purchase for Arctic defense. Canada was the only G7 country to see economic contraction in the last quarter despite similar global headwinds faced by peers 1Global Eye is hybrid system combining advanced radar surveillance technology from Sweden's Saab with Bombardier Global 6500 airframe manufactured in Canada Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 36m
May 26

Carney and Eby speak about major projects in British Columbia

BC Hydro's $1 billion PowerSmart II conservation program and the contentious federal-provincial dialogue between Mark Carney and Premier David Eby on pipeline expansion, environmental protection, and trade policy. 12 The energy efficiency initiative aims to avoid $2 billion in new infrastructure costs while Eby maintains firm opposition to lifting the North Coast oil tanker moratorium. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 32m
May 19

BC Business Extortion Task Force Report

The wave of targeted extortion schemes against local businesses—predominantly targeting South Asian business owners in the Lower Mainland—prompted extensive coordination between municipal police forces, the RCMP, and provincial authorities. Rather than a single, formal, published "government task force report," the operational updates, findings, and ongoing strategies regarding these extortion syndicates are primarily channeled through multi-jurisdictional police task forces and provincial public safety briefings. Here is a breakdown of the key findings, structure, and updates surrounding the BC business extortion task forces: Thousands of people will benefit from B.C.’s $241-million investment in skilled trades training, expanding access to good-paying jobs for people in British Columbia, while ensuring employers have workers to deliver major projects. “Growing B.C.’s economy means making sure British Columbians are first in line for the opportunities created by the billions in investment arriving in our province,” said Premier David Eby. “We are expanding training capacity where it’s needed most and helping people get into rewarding trades careers faster, while also building up B.C.’s economy.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

1h 34m
May 7

Auditor General Karen Hogan and Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco

On May 4, 2026, Auditor General Karen Hogan and Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco released five critical performance audits. Their reports highlight significant gaps in federal oversight, ranging from climate change preparedness to the management of public health resources and Indigenous funding. Below is a summary of the key findings from their latest reports:🏗️ Climate Resilience & InfrastructureCommissioner Jerry DeMarco expressed deep concern over the federal government's slow response to protecting its own physical assets—valued at roughly $100 billion. Federal Assets at Risk: The audit found "significant gaps" in the Treasury Board’s oversight of the Greening Government Strategy. Departments like National Defence and Fisheries and Oceans have been slow to adapt infrastructure (such as bridges and buildings) to extreme weather. Outdated Flood Mapping: Efforts to map high-risk flood areas are behind schedule and often fail to account for future climate projections. The audit noted that current data is frequently insufficient for making long-term decisions on where to safely build homes or infrastructure. ⚕️ Public Health: The Avian Influenza ResponseOne of the more striking findings involved the management of medical supplies during the avian flu outbreak.Vaccine Waste: The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) was criticized for allowing 95% of its avian influenza vaccines to expire after purchasing far more doses than necessary. Preparedness Gaps: Despite the lessons of COVID-19, the audit found continued failures in data collection and decision-making processes, which hindered the efficiency of the response. 🤝 Indigenous Services & ReconciliationAuditor General Karen Hogan focused on the "New Fiscal Relationship" between the federal government and First Nations. Funding Oversight: While over $6.5 billion has been distributed via 10-year grants to provide predictable funding, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) failed to monitor whether recipients remained eligible or if the funding was actually closing socio-economic gaps. Stalled Progress: Hogan noted that without better monitoring, the government is falling short of its commitments to advance reconciliation and improve outcomes for First Nations communities. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

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