Western Edge

In the ninth episode of the Western Edge Podcast, Jason is joined by Navigator associate principals Catherine Moar and Matt Triemstra. The three discuss key federal issues to watch for in 2023, including evolving federal and provincial relations, the Liberal-NDP accord, the Conservative Party of Canada’s opposition strategy, Justin Trudeau’s brand power and federal election speculation.

In the final episode of our four-part series on politics in the western provinces, Jason is joined by the leader of the BC Liberals, Kevin Falcon. The two discuss the big changes that took place in the province over the past year, including two new party leaders and the forthcoming change in name for the BC Liberals. They also dive into policy and look at what Kevin’s priorities are for the year ahead!

On this episode, Western Edge continues to look back at this year in politics. Jason was joined by Alberta’s Municipal Affairs Minister Rebecca Schulz. The two took a look back at an eventful year, including the leadership race, the controversial Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act and what the government is focusing on as the province heads into an election year. 

Western Edge continues to look back at this year in politics and the upcoming challenges of the next year. This week, Jason Hatcher sits down with Rob Pankhurst, former Chief of Staff to Manitoba’s Minister of Finance and he is currently the Vice-President at MedTech Canada. As Manitoba heads towards a general election next year, the two discuss what the economy, NDP opposition and energy projects at Port Churchill mean for Premier Stefanson and the PC government’s electoral prospects.

2022 has been a year of unique and innovative approaches to policy and politics in Saskatchewan. Host Jason Hatcher sits down with Navigator Associate Principal, Jim Billington to look back at all things politics in the province. The two discuss provincial-federal relations, as well as health care and energy policy.

In a special edition of the Western Edge, host Jason Hatcher is joined in front of a live audience with panelists Kelly Cryderman (Reporter and Columnist, The Globe and Mail), Deborah Yedlin (President and CEO, Calgary Chamber of Commerce), and Lauren Armstrong (Senior Consultant, Navigator). The panel dives into analysis and considerations of new exclusive research conducted by Navigator’s in-house research division, Discover, on the mindset of Albertans and what they want from their government. The research shows that while it’s a long road to the next provincial election in 2023, the campaign has officially begun for candidates and voters, and there’s a path to victory for both parties.

If you’d like to see highlights from the research firsthand, visit the Navigator website.

As energy consumption and emission reduction are top of mind around the globe, host Jason Hatcher sits down with Ed Greenspon, President and CEO of the Public Policy Forum to discuss their recent report, A Leadership Blueprint for Canada’s High-ESG Gas. The two discuss the current energy landscape, and how Canada can and should play a role to support allies near and far. 

On the eve of the UCP Leadership Results, Jason is joined by Navigator colleagues Graham Fox and Rosa Ellithorpe to dissect the provincial political landscape across the country. Starting with Quebec, the trio then move to British Columbia, before diving into the dynamic political landscape of Alberta. With reflections on the UCP race, and how provincial politics will impact both Trudeau and Poilievre, this episode is the perfect primer to what’s sure to be a busy fall season for governments across the country.

In the first episode of season 3, host Jason Hatcher is joined by Jason Schilling, President of the Alberta Teachers’ Association to chat all things back to school. The duo discuss what this school year will bring, the latest on Alberta’s curriculum rollout, and the impacts of politics in the classroom.

In this episode, host Jason Hatcher sits down with Shae Bird, CEO of Indigenous Tourism Alberta, to discuss the Indigenous tourism sector in Alberta. The duo discuss what the sector means for the Indigenous entrepreneurs and peoples engaged, how it provides a unique path to further reconciliation in our country and region, and the opportunity to engage with the culture, perspectives, and experiences of Indigenous people in Alberta. 

To learn about Indigenous tourism opportunities in Alberta, check out https://indigenoustourismalberta.ca, or nationally at https://indigenoustourism.ca.