Canada, it's time to reclaim the Canadian Dream. In this special episode of Chatter That Matters, I bring together three of Canada's brightest: Arlene Dickinson, Jon Love C.M., and Dany Assaf. Recorded live at Excellence Canada's 40th anniversary, weeks before Justin Trudeau's resignation, Donald Trump's inauguration, and upcoming free trade negotiations, this nonpartisan conversation dives deep into the urgent need for Canada to go after a prosperity agenda that makes us economically strong, and socially conscious.

I kick off the episode by reminiscing about Canada's Centennial year and our country's prowess, then contrasting it with today's societal and economic struggles.

Arlene Dickinson shares an emotional and empowering story of overcoming adversity to build a successful entrepreneurial career. "I held on to this idea that I could help create a better future for this country," says Arlene Dickinson. The episode explores whether today's young Canadians still believe that hard work guarantees success and discusses the role of social media in shaping perceptions. Political and Economic Landscape: Jon Love and Dany Assaf dissect Canada's economic policies and discuss the need for a 'prosperity agenda.' "Do we, as a collective, think that growing the pie is important?" asks Jon Love. "Nothing starts without believing in something because it softens all the edges. The promise that if you do the right things, it's most probable you'll be successful and live the Canadian dream—that's the belief we need to reclaim. I hope everyone in Canada will listen to their ideas and unite to create an economically strong country with an equally strong social conscience. Please share with young adults, they are our future.

Next week I explore investigative journalism and ask the essential question. Without it, what prevents our leaders from hiding things in the shadows?

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