Tribute to the Late Dorothy E. Knowles
When I arrived in New York as consul general in the wake of 9/11, conversation, understanding were sorely needed. We were regularly invited to see our American neighbours, and we invited them back to our official Canadian home to share stories at the dinner table. I looked for a special piece of art to display…
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Gun Control with Robert Freberg
What would gun control look like if those in the know were actually part of the process? We look at what changes police, indigenous communities, and informed gun owners believe are needed – on this week’s No Nonsense with Saskatchewan Chief Firearms Officer Robert Freberg.
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Ukraine Update with Marcus Kolga and Chris Alexander
An update on the war in Ukraine from two perspectives. Marcus Kolga and Chris Alexander on what the end could of Putin’s regime could look like – on this week’s No Nonsense.
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The Decline of Community with Andrew Potter
How has the decline of community shaped our society? Why are more of us “bowling alone”? Andrew Potter on this week’s No Nonsense.
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The Problem of Modern Polling with Allan Gregg
Are polls creating an accurate picture of Canadian voters? Allan Gregg explains how changing the way pollsters collect opinion data is impacting politics on No Nonsense.
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Chronicling Canada’s North with Whit Fraser
How the Berger Inquiry in 70s shaped the future of the North, changed lives and politics profoundly. From a journalist who lived it – a look back with Whit Fraser on this episode of No Nonsense.
Read MoreThoughts on Online Streaming Bill (April 20, 2023)
Honourable senators, to begin, a few thoughts on the Senate’s constitutional powers, rights and obligations that have been conveniently redefined in the context of a government simply wanting its bill passed. Legislation in Canada must be approved by both houses. We are here to offer thoughtful critiques of legislation, to hold governments to account and…
Read MoreSpeech on Citizenship Ceremonies (April 20, 2023)
Honourable senators, one of Canada’s greatest achievements has been our ability to create a common sense of purpose in a country that is so vast and where the north-south connections are often stronger than the pull east or west. While the phrase “land of the free” is associated with America, we too are the land…
Read MoreFood and Agriculture Update with Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel and Sylvain Charlebois
On this week’s No Nonsense – food inflation, the reality for farmers and foreign factors that are threatening food security. Some facts and figures from Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel and Sylvain Charlebois.
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National Security and Trade with John Manley
Over twenty years ago, the US said: “Security trumps trade.” Now, we’re once again facing border issues with our neighbours to the south after the closing of Roxham Road. Former Deputy Prime Minister John Manley explains.
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