Mike's Daily Comment

Is Canadian Sovereignty Worth Defending?

With the federal election less than 120 days away the issue of US money interfering in Canadian elections should be front and centre – not because of allegations – but because of boasts by groups financed with US money.

It’s Easy To Forget The Best of Canada

While politicians push the politics of division amidst an avalanche of misleading statements and at times outright lies it’s easy to overlook the rest of Canada that’s on display daily in communities across the country.

Goofy, Shocking Stat & Quote of the Week

Quote of the Week @ 0:00

Two Canadian quotes from Tommy Douglas and Paul Hellyer that are just as relevant today as they were decades ago.

Shocking Stat of the Week @ 2:06

Presidential candidates Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders offer the ultimate free lunch for higher income earners paid for by the working poor.

Goofy Award – You Didn’t See This Anywhere Else

Do UBC faculty who study climate change and sustainability reduce their air travel in order to cut down on emissions while at the same time demanding that the UBC Endowment Fund divest from oil and gas companies?

 

Editorial – Vancouver’s City Council Chooses Empty Gesture On Climate Change

They promote airport expansions and cruise ships yet somehow Vancouver (and Victoria’s) city council takes aim at oil producers without pointing a deserving finger at themselves.

Complete Show – June 29th

Mike talks about cities that want to sue oil companies for climate change without first having a look in the mirror. The last time Patrick Ceresna was on MoneyTalks his main recommendation went up 50% – so what’s next.  Plus Ozzie on future trends that can make you money in real estate.

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