Progress Canada

Past candidates and long-time Liberal organizers Tyler Banham and Sumi Shan join the podcast to pull back the curtain on the contentious and secretive world of political party nominations. We break down the immense power of nomination commissioners, the reality of candidate vetting, and the systemic roadblocks—from rigid voter ID rules to concerns about foreign interference—that must be reformed to ensure party politics and our democracy are fair and transparent.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

In this episode, the Targeted panel debates the end of the traditional media monoculture, the rise of algorithmically siloed voter feeds, and the critical need to embed digital strategy directly into senior campaign leadership.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

Canada's leading digital policy expert, Dr. Michael Geist, joins the podcast to discuss youth social media bans, the privacy risks embedded in the federal government’s proposed lawful access legislation, and how Ottawa’s national AI strategy will reshape our economy. About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

With the spring legislative session wrapping up, journalists Colin D'Mello (Global TV), John Michael McGrath (TVO and the #onpoli Podcast), and Jessica Smith Cross (The Trillium) join the podcast to break down the biggest stories and shifting dynamics at Queen’s Park. From the impact of gutted Freedom of Information rules and the government’s rising provincial debt to recent polling that shows a potential midterm slump for the PCs, the panel delivers an insider's look at what to expect across Ontario's political landscape over the summer break.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.

As part of our 2026 Liberal Leadership Series, the Progress Canada Podcast is sitting down with every Ontario Liberal Party leadership hopeful to discuss their vision for the province. In this episode, we're joined by Rob Cerjanec. You can learn more about Rob at https://joinrob.ca/.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

Ontario Young Liberal President Palwashah Ali joins the podcast to discuss how the youth wing is participating in the Ontario Liberal leadership race, mobilizing student outreach on campus, and pushing back against provincial cuts to OSAP.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

As part of our 2026 Liberal Leadership Series, the Progress Canada Podcast is sitting down with every declared candidate for the Ontario Liberal Party leadership to discuss their vision for the province. In this episode, we're joined by Eric Lombardi. You can learn more about Eric at https://www.ericforolp.ca/.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

Joining the Progress Canada Podcast is Chris Waddell, former CBC Parliamentary Bureau Chief and co-author of "The End of the CBC?", to discuss the path forward for the CBC as it approaches its 90th anniversary.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

As part of our 2026 Liberal Leadership Series, the Progress Canada Podcast is sitting down with every declared candidate for the Ontario Liberal Party leadership to discuss their vision for the province. In this episode, we're joined by Lee Fairclough. You can learn more about Lee at https://www.leefairclough.ca/.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

Robin Jones, President of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, joins the podcast to provide an essential rundown of municipal politics for anyone considering running in 2026.About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/