Leaders on the Frontier

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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.

  1. 16H AGO

    “Unlawful. Illegal.” Why the Emergencies Act Decision Matters to Every Canadian

    A court of Appeal deemed the Emergencies Act was used illegally in February 2022. If another crisis hits tomorrow, what standards would government have to meet? Did we learn any lessons, or will this happen again?  David Leis speaks with Josh DeHaas of the Canadian Constitution Foundation, the team behind the court action. Josh explains how vague emergency definitions, secrecy in governance, and unchecked executive power could shape future policy decisions.  With legislation like Bill C-8, Bill C-9, and Bill C-15 expanding government authority, the real question is no longer what happened, but what policy changes, if any, are being made to stop it from happening again.

    49 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Can Canada Stay United Amid Rising Separatism?

    Separatist movements in Alberta and Quebec are rising but could they actually help Canada rethink its policies and unite the country?  Join David Leis live with political scientist Dr. Barry Cooper and Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at Frontier Centre, as they break down why these movements have emerged, what concerns are driving them, and what policy responses could address grievances while keeping Canada together.

    1h 18m

  3. FEB 10

    Money is Leaving Canada Fast, Former Finance Minister Speaks Out

    Canada’s economy is quietly unraveling, and it could hit your wallet, your job, and your future. David Leis sits down with former Finance Minister Joe Oliver to reveal the hard truth: government overspending, ballooning deficits, and mismanaged trade are sending Canadian money overseas, leaving families struggling and businesses looking elsewhere. Productivity is falling, innovation is stalling, and our reliance on natural resources isn’t enough to secure our future. If Canada doesn’t act now, jobs will vanish, wages will stagnate, and the next generation will be stuck paying the price. This is about your family, your savings, and the Canada you thought you knew.

    59 min

  4. FEB 5

    Snap Election in 2026? Canada Faces Big Decisions

    Canada is at a crossroads. After the Conservative convention and with talk of a possible 2026 snap election, big questions loom over Parliament, policy, and Canada’s future.  What does this mean for Canadians? How will our challenging relationship with the U.S. shape trade, security, and the economy? And what major issues should Parliament tackle to keep Canada moving forward?  Join David Leis live with former Liberal MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette and Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at the Frontier Centre, as they unpack the political fallout, what’s at stake, and give Canadians an insider’s perspective on what’s next.

    1h 8m

  5. FEB 3

    Canada Is Taxing Itself Into Decline | Kim Moody Explains Why

    Canada is quietly taxing itself into decline. David Leis sits down with tax expert Kim Moody to explain why high taxes are driving jobs, investment, and talent out of the country—and how government spending is fuelling inflation while everyday Canadians fall behind. From CRA inefficiencies to the case for a flat tax, this conversation breaks down why a major tax reset may be the only way to save Canada’s economic future. If you work, save, or run a business in Canada, this affects you.

    1h 1m

  6. JAN 29

    Canada’s Government Broke the Law! Now What?

    This is major and almost no one is talking about it.  Canada’s Federal Court of Appeal has upheld that the Emergencies Act was used illegally against peaceful protesters in February 2022.   Who is responsible, and could it happen again?  David Leis is joined by Josh Dehaas (Canadian Constitution Foundation), Bruce Pardy (law professor), and Ray McGinnis (author of bestselling book Unjustified) to unpack why this ruling matters, who should face consequences, and what it signals for the future of democracy in Canada.  Live Thursday at 2pm CT | YouTube, Facebook & X

    1h 10m

  7. JAN 27

    Alberta’s Bold Plan to Save Lives—Will Canada Follow?

    Canada’s healthcare system is failing—and people are dying while waiting for care. In this explosive episode, David Leis sits down with Dr. Brian Day to reveal the shocking truth about long wait times, the moral and economic cost of our broken system, and Alberta’s bold plan to give patients real choice between public and private care. Will Canada finally fix its healthcare crisis, or are lives going to keep being lost?

    45 min

  8. JAN 22

    Canada’s “New World Order” and Davos Reaction

    Prime Minister Mark Carney says we’ve entered a “new world order.” But what does that really mean for Canada? Plus, a lot of reaction from Trump and Carney's World Economic Forum Speeches.   As Ottawa moves closer to China and signs a new economic roadmap with the China despite Carney previously calling them, Canada’s “greatest threat”.   Is Canada changing sides? And what does this mean for our economy, security, and relationship with the United States, which is taking a harder line on China?  Is this strategic leadership or short-term politics that could put Canada at risk?  Join David Leis live with David Redman, Scott McGregor, and Marco Navarro-Genie as they unpack the real meaning behind Carney’s “new world order” comment and what it signals for Canada’s future.

    1h 18m
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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.

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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