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 BC’s Conservative caucus is hemorrhaging members. In the last three weeks, 8 MLAs have left the Conservative caucus, followed by accusations that paint a pretty clear picture: Whatever crisis is happening inside the BC Conservatives, Kerry-Lynne Findlay is at the centre of it. Host Sam Konnert talks to BC political commentator and host of “This is Vancolor”, Mo Amir, to spell out what exactly is going on. Host: Sam KonnertCredits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork)Guests: Mo AmirPhoto: Taymaz ValleyBackground reading:Will Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s First Stand Also Be Her Last? – The TyeeAnother B.C. Conservative MLA steps away from party to sit as Independent – CBC NewsB.C. Conservative caucus is down to 30. Here’s how it lost 14 members  – Global NewsRCMP ask to meet ex-B.C. Conservative who says he was offered job to quit as MLA – Toronto StarWill British Columbia have a snap election? – Chek News Sponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadalandVisit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25 off and 10GB of free data.Whether you're looking to manage stress, build healthier habits, or simply check in with yourself, therapy can help you move forward. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/canadalandDid you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show? Last episode, we asked you: What do you wish you knew, or what advice would you give to someone starting school? This could be elementary, middle, high school, CEGEP, university, trade school, ANYTHING.That episode came out last week. Check it out! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!), become a supporter at canadaland.com/joinIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Make sure you’re up to date on our upcoming events by going to canadaland.com/live!Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow us @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram and @Canadaland_Media on TikTok!

In the history of journalism, there have been a number of iconic interviews. Interviews that defined a generation and uncovered truths from some of the biggest political scandals of the time. Richard Nixon, Monica Lewinsky, the ex-Duke of York formerly known as Prince Andrew, to name only a few.Today, we bring you an interview with Nathen Mazri. Former Garfield Eats proprietor, former PPC candidate, and now, running for Toronto City Council in Ward 1 Etobicoke North. Will this interview be as era-defining as the others? His CV is likely stranger than any other candidate, and his legally distinct Garfield (called Nathfield) campaign song probably isn’t going to top the charts. He only got 235 votes during the last federal election, so why does he think he has a shot at being mayor of Toronto in 2030?Is he delusional? Or is his conviction so strong that he might just do it? Further Reading:Nathen MazriCanadian entrepreneur behind GarfieldEATS wants to disrupt fast-food, one lasagna at a time - Globe & MailLove Me, Feed Me, Never Leave Me: The Strange Saga of the World’s Greatest Garfield Restaurateur - MEL MagazineI Ate Lasagna and Garfuccinos at the New Garfield-Themed Restaurant in Toronto - Food & WineGarfield pizza entrepreneur runs for PPC in Toronto Centre - Toronto TodayThe Nathfield Podcast - SpotifyHost: Sam KonnertCredits: Noor Azrieh (Producer), Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Chad Galloway (Audio Editing & Production), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Featured guest: Nathen MazriFact checking by: Julian AbrahamAdditional music by: Audio NetworkSponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.caoxio: Head over to https://canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.BetterHelp: Visit https://betterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more.If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.

Canadians are increasingly getting their news from the New York Times. As the NYT increases its global footprint, growing to over 3 million international subscribers, Canada remains its largest international market. With its expansion of staff and Canadian coverage, The Times is competing for scoops with outlets like The Globe and Mail and CBC. Will an American outlet eventually dominate Canadian news? Host: San GrewalCredits: James Nicholson (Producer),  Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checker), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Morgan CampbellPhoto: Wilson RiveraFurther reading: https://www.nytco.com/press/the-new-york-times-reaches-three-million-international-subscribers/https://bayobserver.ca/new-york-times-insists-its-beefed-up-coverage-of-canada-has-nothing-to-do-with-trump/https://pressgazette.co.uk/media-audience-and-business-data/media_metrics/most-popular-websites-news-world-monthly-2/https://sherwood.news/business/the-new-york-times-is-a-games-company-with-a-newspaper-side-hustle/#228 What's The New York Times Doing In Canada? - CANDALAND [Podcast] Daejon Love case highlights online romance scams: Research reveals scammers’ tactics – and how to defend against them - The Conversation  Sponsors:Douglas:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.oxio: Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  

Seasonal news items are just a thing in the media biz and Back-to-School is a big one. So we wanted to flip that concept and rather than dish out our own advice, we asked you to call in with your own.Look, we all know starting a school, especially at a new school, can be a stressful experience. But we all do it, and most of us get through it too. But if you’re nervous, or you know someone else who is nervous, here’s some advice from Canadaland’s audience to help you.Plus a story from Reporter and Host Julian Abraham about the professor who inspired him to become a journalist.Host: Sam KonnertCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer), Tony Wang (Executive Producer), Jesse Brown (Publisher)Photo by Ron LachAdditional music by Audio NetworkThis show is available exclusively to Canadaland supporters. To become one, go to https://canadaland.com/join/. You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.

There’s been wall-to-wall coverage of the breakdown in trade talks between Canada and the US, on both sides of the border. Whether it’s Trump’s renaming of Lake Ontario, gun-toting A.I. Canadian Geese, or continual investigations into what exactly happened during the final hours of trade talks. But the rest of the world is also covering the Canada-US trade war in terms of the “rupture” Carney described in his speech at Davos. Are we missing the rupture for details about the deal? Is it possible that Canada is ready to decouple economically and culturally from America? Author and journalist Morgan Campbell joins San Grewal. Host: San GrewalCredits: James Nicholson (Producer),  Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checker), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Morgan CampbellPhoto: Nicolas Pinault, Voice of AmericaAdditional music by Audio NetworkFurther reading: This whole trade war thing is stupid - The Globe and MailOpinion | Trump Canadian trade war: the art of a stupid deal - The Washington PostCanada’s Trade War Is a Fight for the Free World | The WalrusCanada walked away from Trump. Could the EU ever do the same? | EuronewsMark Carney cosies up to Britain after US tariff tirade | This is MoneyModi Is Hedging Against Trump, One Deal at a Time - New York TimesEditorial: Cometh the hour, cometh Carney—Canada draws a red line against Trump’s tariffs - Telangana TodayCanada launches a ‘Chinese-styled counterattack’ – a heavy blow: Global Times editorialLSU's Lane Kiffin says his players pursuing ex-NFLers - ESPN   Sponsors:Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Fizz Mobile: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25 off and 10GB of free data.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.comIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney made a nice speech last weekend. But what happens after you walk away from a blown-up trade deal? This episode host Noor Azrieh asks Matina Stevis-Grindeff, the Canada Bureau Chief for the New York Times. Apparently, it includes a renaming of Lake Ontario to Lake America, and a whole lot more.Host: Noor AzriehCredits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)Photo: The White HouseGuests: Matina Stevis-GridneffBackground reading:How U.S.-Canada Tariff Negotiations Turned Into an All-Out Trade War –The New York TimesInside the 72 hours that cratered the US-Canada trade deal – POLITICORead Mark Carney's full speech after trade talks with the U.S. collapsed – CBC NewsCanadian seafood industry 'relieved' with removal of their products from retaliatory tariff list – CBC NewsLeBlanc welcomes U.S. decision 'withdrawing positions' on language, culture – CBC NewsEvery US product that'll cost more under Canada's new tariffs, from cheese to toilet paper – MTL BlogSponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadalandIf you’re ready to hear the ‘'CHA CHING' of your first sale today, head over to SHOPIFY.COM to start your free trial today. Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free!Did you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show? Last week we asked you: What do you wish you knew, or what advice would you give to someone starting school? This could be elementary, middle, high school, CEGEP, university, trade school, ANYTHING.That episode comes out next Thursday, Sept 3rd! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com!If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Make sure you’re up to date on our upcoming events by going to canadaland.com/live!Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow us @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram and @Canadaland_Media on TikTok!

In August 2026, the Government of Canada released a report titled Campus Antisemitism and Student Experiences. The survey found that “95.7% of Jewish students said they had experienced or witnessed at least one instance of antisemitism over the previous 12 months.”So the back to school jitters are hitting differently for some kids. There have been other issues involving staff, administrations, and unions too, affecting both Jewish professors and non-Jewish professors.  Today we hear from three Canadian academics bringing you their stories from campuses that, nearly 3 years after October 7, might be unrecognizable to you.Further Reading:Campus Antisemitism and Student Experiences — Government of CanadaThe antisemitism report that erases a century of Jewish debate — The Globe & MailStanding United Against Antisemitism: Protecting Communities and Strengthening Canadian Democracy — Senate of CanadaAntisemitism in Ontario’s K-12 Schools — Government of CanadaToronto Metropolitan University External Review 2025-2026Jewish students on Canadian campuses report pervasive antisemitism in survey — The Globe & MailFederal Campus Antisemitism Report Fails to Represent Jewish Student Diversity — Independent Jewish Voices CanadaCampus Antisemitism Report Hid a Key Finding that Turns the Results Upside Down — The GrindJohn Ivison: The Canadian university teacher facing firing for daring to denounce Hamas — The National PostJohn Ivison: University instructor fights back after being suspended for daring to denounce Hamas — The National PostNon-Jewish professor says he was fired for calling out Hamas supporters in online post — Fox News DigitalCurrently listed entities — Government of Canada, Public SafetyPalestine: Education International members offer a lifeline of solidarity to Gaza’s educators — Education InternationalHost: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer, Senior Production Supervisor), Chad Galloway (Audio Editing & Production), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Featured guests: Jack Jedwab, Paul Finlayson, Jeff MarcusFact checking by: Tristan CapacchioneAdditional music by: Audio NetworkSponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Fizz Mobile: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25 off and 10GB of free data.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.caCan’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more.If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.

As trade negotiations broke down, Canadian streaming policy, CanCon requirements, and French language discoverability have taken a surprisingly central role in the narrative. Mark Carney says last minute US trade demands threatened our cultural sovereignty, while US Trade Representative Jameson Greer called this a “funny, fake story.” Digital law expert Michael Geist joins to talk about where digital policies fit into the trade discussion, the future of Canadian digital policy, and whether recent developments in the trade war present an opportunity to decouple from US tech giants. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Michael GeistPhoto: Bryan BerlinFurther reading: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/dominic-leblanc-greer-culture-language-9.7322393 Ottawa rejected last-minute U.S. demand to drop Cancon rules for streamers - The Globe and Mail Opinion | Mark Carney may be on the verge of making an unwise concession to TrumpU.S. trade talks fuel worry in Canada over tech and AI rules - National PostAlignment on digital trade threatens Canada’s ability to have a say over our lives online | Canadian Anti-Monopoly ProjectQuebec's French language, identity weren't targeted despite Carney's claims, U.S. envoy saysFrance's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s | ReutersMeta agrees to make changes, pay up to $18B US over social media harms to children | CBC News Hamilton's AI data centre moratorium vote inspires other Ontario cities - Hamilton SpectatorEdmonton baker goes viral responding to cultural appropriation allegations | Daily Hive | News   Sponsors:Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Fizz Mobile: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25 off and 10GB of free data.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.caIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. 

As trade talks break down between Canada and the US, the race is on to fill in the details. Both Carney and US Trade Representative Jameson Greer are offering their versions of the final hours of negotiations. Meanwhile, reporters are talking to sources, all of whom are looking to spin the narrative. What really happened? Plus, the Jamil Jivani of it all, and TMU isn’t satisfied with the report it commissioned on antisemitism on campus. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer),  Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Michael GeistPhoto: Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing StreetAdditional music by Audio NetworkFurther reading: How U.S.-Canada Tariff Negotiations Turned Into an All-Out Trade War - The New York Times One of Trump's top deputies has been unsatisfied with trade deal on the table for Canada, sources say | CBC NewsInside the 72 hours that cratered the US-Canada trade deal - POLITICO Trade talks collapsed at last minute after U.S. commerce chief pressed for harsher terms, sources say - The Globe and MailU.S.-Canada breakdown shows limits of Trump’s aggressive trade strategy - The Washington PostU.S. Trade Rep. Jamieson Greer on failed U.S.-Canada trade talks: 'They wanted more' - CNBC [YouTube] Ford calls Trump a ‘loser’ and ‘dictator’ after president posts about Ontario premier | Globalnews.caThe betrayal of Jewish students needs to end - The Globe and Mail How TMU didn’t stop Jewish students and staff from being harassed as antisemitism flourished on campus: external report - The HubJivani calls Carney's dollar-for-dollar tariff response an 'overreaction' that will 'accelerate conflict' - National Post  Sponsors: Douglas:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.BetterHelp:  Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.