Conservative Roundup

Catch this very special episode where Aidan sits down with Faytene Grasseschi the host of Faytene TV. Today Aidan and Faytene discuss her important message she is sharing with Canadian's about Canada's leadership on her national campaign tour. Hear from Faytene and listen to her message here http://www.messageforcanada.ca/

On tonight's interview Aidan is very honored to be joined back by Rachael Thomas the MP for Lethbridge. Tonight Aidan and Rachael dive into the burning  topics this week from internet censorship Bill C-11, the use of the Emergencies Act, and the current Conservative Leadership Race. Follow along with Rachael's work here while she kills Bill C-11 https://www.rachaelthomas.ca/

Recorded on 05/10/2022

Rachael is committed to putting people first. Every year, she attends many events throughout the riding, tours dozens of local businesses and organizations, and meets one-on-one with hundreds of constituents. Rachael currently sits on the Heritage Committee, where she passionately defends the rights and freedoms of Canadians. From 2020-2021 Rachael served as the Shadow Minister for Digital Government. During her time in this role, she successfully fought against bill C-10, which was a government bill created to censor online content and threatened the freedom of speech guaranteed to Canadians by Section 2(b) of the Charter. 

Catch Aidan's latest interview with Philip Lawrence the MP for Northumberland-Peterborough South and Shadow Minister for Federal Economic Development Agency for Eastern, Central and Southern Ontario right here! Aidan and Philip discuss a multitude of topics from his career in politics, the carbon tax, to government accountability. All found here! Stay up to date with Philip here https://philiplawrencemp.ca/

Recorded on 05/09/2022

Philip Lawrence was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Northumberland-Peterborough South in the 2019 General Federal Election. He is currently a member of the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights. In February of 2020, Philip tabled his Private Members Bill, C-206, An Act to amend the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (qualifying farming fuel). Philip grew up on a horse farm, where he developed a love of horses and the outdoors. Prior to working in politics, Philip earned his BA in Political Science at Brock University. He went on to attend Osgoode Hall Law School and the Schulich School of Business to obtain his law degree and MBA. He started his practice in law with a focus on taxation and corporations. In 2008 he joined one of Canada’s largest financial institutions, becoming the third generation in his family to work in Financial Services. Currently he lives in the charming community of Orono with his wife, Natasha, and two beautiful children.

On tonight's episode of Conservative Roundup Aidan is joined by none other than Larry Brock the MP for Brantford-Brant and the Deputy Shadow Minister for Justice and Attorney General of Canada. Tonight Aidan and Larry discuss his career in politics plus his background as a prosecutor, the work he is doing on the committee studying the use of the Emergency Act, and his time as an MP so far! Check out Larry's work here https://www.larrybrockmp.ca/

Recorded on 04/19/2022

MP Larry Brock was first elected to the House of Commons on September 20,2021 as the Member of Parliament for Brantford-Brant and currently serves as the Deputy Shadow Minister for Justice and Attorney General of Canada. Larry has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Waterloo and a law degree from the University of Calgary. Before being elected, he was the Assistant Crown Attorney for Brant. A lifelong resident of Brant, Larry has demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to family, community and public service having served as Chair of the board of the Crossing All Bridges Learning Centre which helps adults with developmental difficulties succeed in education, employment, and independent living. He was President of St. Leonard’s Community Services which provides justice, employment, youth and family, addiction, and mental health services. And in 2015 he served as Chair of the United Way campaign which raised more than $1.6 million for local charities. Larry and his wife Angela are the proud parents of 12-year-old twin daughters Jennie and Emma, who are active members of Brantford Aquatic Club. 

On today's episode Aidan is joined by very special guest, Blaine Calkins, Chief Opposition Whip, MP for Red Deer-Lacombe, and Head of the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus. Today Aidan and Blaine talk about his career in politics, the Trudeau liberals confiscating firearms from law abiding gun owners, and his reaction to the announcement of the Liberal-NDP government. You can check out and stay up to date with Blaine's work here https://blainecalkinsmp.ca/

Recorded on 04/19/2022

Blaine Calkins is the Member of Parliament for the federal constituency of Red Deer – Lacombe, and one of the Conservative Party of Canada’s longest serving MPs. Prior to the 2015 Federal Election, Blaine was the Member of Parliament for the constituency of Wetaskiwin.  Blaine currently serves as the Chair of the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus and is passionate about the constituents he represents, his province and his country.  To date as a Parliamentarian, Blaine has served as the Deputy Shadow Minister for Parks and the Environment, Chair of the Alberta Conservative Caucus, Chair of the Legislative Committee for Bill C-18 (Ending the Canadian Wheat Board Monopoly), The Chair of the Subcommittee of Finance for Bill C-38 (Jobs, Growth and Prosperity Act), the Chair of the Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics Committee, and served on numerous other standing committees including: Public Safety, National Defense, Justice, Environment, Fisheries and Oceans and Veterans Affairs.  Blaine has been married to his wife Barbara for 24 years and together they have 3 children. Blaine and his family reside in Lacombe, not far from the family farm where he was raised. In his spare time, Blaine likes to escape to the outdoors for camping and fishing as much as possible.

Today Dane Lloyd the MP for Sturgeon River-Parkland and Shadow Minister for Emergency Preparedness, joins Aidan and discusses his career and involvement in the Conservative Party, the Liberal's warpath to taking law abiding gun owner's firearms, and more, all found here! Take a look at Dane's work here https://danelloyd.ca/

Recorded on 04/12/2022

Dane Lloyd Canadian Member of Parliament for Sturgeon-River Parkland is one of the nation’s leading advocates for freedom and access to the vast opportunities Canada presents. In October 2017, Dane was elected with an overwhelming 77% majority as the MP for Sturgeon River-Parkland in a by-election, replacing the former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada Rona Ambrose. In the 2019 Federal election, Dane retained his seat in the House of Commons, sweeping the opposition with 77.5% of the vote.

Today Aidan is joined by Adam Chambers the MP for Simcoe North and the Deputy Shadow Minister for Finance and Middle Class Prosperity. On today's interview Aidan and Adam discuss his career, budget 2022, and his work in the house. Check out Adam's work here https://www.adamchambersmp.ca/

Recorded on 04/11/2022

Adam Chambers was born and raised in Midland and currently lives there with his wife Jane and their two children, Davie and Cooper. Adam attended St. Theresa’s High School in Midland before going to Western University to complete law and MBA degrees.  Previously, Adam worked as a senior advisor to Canada’s Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty, as Canada successfully navigated the global recession and financial crisis. Most recently, Adam served as Assistant Vice President at one of Canada’s largest life insurance companies.  Adam is also an entrepreneur, founding an online education platform to assist college and university students with licensing exams. To date, they have served over 13,000 students.  Adam has been an active volunteer in the community having served as a member of the Board of Directors for Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care in Penetanguishene from 2015 to 2021. Adam was also a founding board member of Building Up, a non-profit whose mission is to create employment opportunities in the skilled trades for at-risk youth.

Make sure to catch today's interview with Bert Chen, a former CPC National Councillor for Ontario. Today Aidan and Bert discuss his time as a National Councillor, leadership candidates, and Erin O'Toole's leadership. Stay up to date with Bert's work here https://bertchen.ca/

Recorded on 03/25/2022

On today's interview Aidan is joined by CPC leadership candidate Joseph Bourgault. Aidan and Joseph talk about his policies and vision for the Conservative Party. Check out Joseph's work here https://www.josephbourgault.ca/

Recorded on 03/21/2022

On tonight's interview Aidan is joined by Rebecca Schulz the MLA for Calgary-Shaw and the Minister for Children's Services. Tonight Aidan and Rebecca discuss how she got involved in politics, some of the new programs her ministry is implementing under the balanced budget, and growing Conservatism in the next generation. Take a look at Rebecca's work here https://www.rebeccaschulz.ca/

Recorded on 03/22/2022

Rebecca is a committed conservative with experience in sectors ranging from energy to education. She also has a Masters degree from Johns Hopkins University and spent a number of years in government working for Premier Brad Wall’s office. Rebecca is passionate about public service and knows what it takes to be a strong voice for Calgary-Shaw - listening to you, working hard and common-sense policy that will bring investment and jobs back, grows our economy and ensures our children have access to education that prepares them for our future. Rebecca and her husband are proud to be raising their two children in south Calgary.