Welcome to a special episode of Cross Border Interviews, where we dive deep into the province of New Brunswick. Today, we have an engaging lineup of discussions that will shed light on two critical topics shaping the political landscape: Policy 713 and Bill 45. Our first topic of the day revolves around Policy 713, a matter that has sparked heated conversations and differing opinions among educators, parents, and advocates. There have been claims suggesting that this policy r

Welcome to another special episode of the Cross Border Interviews. At the recent Annual General Meeting held by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Scott Pearce - the Mayor of the Township of Gore - was elected as the new President of the organization. With a focus on addressing the needs of municipalities and fostering collaboration, Pearce aims to lead the FCM towards a prosperous and inclusive future. We had the pleasure to sit down for a one-on-one interview

Welcome to the Cross Border Interviews Toronto Mayoral One-on-One series, where we bring you exclusive conversations with the candidates vying for the prestigious position of Toronto Mayor. Today, we have a special guest joining us, someone who is not only dedicated to serving this great city but is also accompanied by a furry friend who has captured the hearts of many Torontonians. With 102 candidates vying for the position of Toronto Mayor, we want to cut through the spin

Welcome to a special episode of Cross Border Interviews. We are turning our attention to the vibrant city of Toronto, where an upcoming event has captured the attention of citizens and political enthusiasts alike. On Monday, June 26, 2023, a significant by-election will take place, aiming to elect the new mayor of Toronto and shape the course of the city's future for the remainder of the 2022–2026 city council term. Now, what makes this election truly remarkable is the astoni

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews, the show that brings you the most insightful conversations with influential leaders from across the country. I'm your host, and today we delve into the aftermath of the 2023 Alberta Provincial Election. It was a closely watched contest that stirred up a whirlwind of reactions from municipal leaders throughout the province. On Monday night, the United Conservative Party, led by Danielle Smith, emerged victorious, securing a majority governme

Welcome to a special episode of the Cross Border Interviews. We will be bringing you an in-depth analysis of the 2023 Alberta Provincial Campaign. As the dust settles and the voters head to the polls on Monday, it's time to take a closer look at the platforms presented by the major political parties and examine the issues raised by both the Alberta Municipalities' and Rural Municipalities of Alberta during this intense election campaign. And joining us for this crucial disc

Welcome to a special episode of the Cross Border Interviews. Today, we are delving into the gathering of the Big City Mayors from across Canada. The Big City Mayors Caucus is made up of 23 mayors from Canada's largest urban centres. This meeting is kicking off the first day of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities AGM in Downtown Toronto. This Big City Mayors Caucus is designed to foster discussion, debate, and most importantly, solutions, representing millions of Canadia

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Cross Border Interviews. The Alberta Municipalities have launched their "Think Alberta, Vote Local" campaign, dedicated to ensuring that political parties and candidates address the key issues that matter to there 275 member communities. Today, we turn our attention to the last topic during the Alberta Provincial election. An issue that resonates with communities across the province: healthcare services and the pressing need for inve

Welcome to a special episode of Cross Border Interviews. Today, we delve into a significant legislative development from the Province of Ontario that has captured the attention of many: the Hazel McCallion Act introduced on May 18th. The Ontario Government is about to embark on a journey that will shed light on the proposed dissolution of the region of Peel, effective January 1, 2025. The history of Peel Region is a tale of growth, diversity, and debates surrounding governanc