10/3: Canada Covered

Will Albertans vote to remain a part of Canada, or will they vote to start the process to hold a vote on separation? That question is the main focus in Monday's referendum in Alberta, which features a host of questions on immigration and constitutional issues. For many Canadians, the question "Who are these separatists?" has proven elusive. National Post Western Canada correspondent Jesse Snyder joins host Dave Breakenridge to discuss why separatists feel so emboldened despite lacking popular support, what is driving their movement, and what things could look like in Alberta politics after Monday's vote. Further reading: God, guns and grievances: Alberta’s separatists make their case for independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than six months after the devastating Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, U.S. authorities have charged an alleged accomplice accused of helping and encouraging the attack. Vancouver Sun reporter Kim Bolan joins host Dave Breakenridge to examine the alleged connection to the killer and reveal chilling new details about one of Canada's worst mass tragedies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Quebec’s 2026 provincial election has reshaped the political landscape, with the CAQ suffering major losses and separatists returning to power. Montreal Gazette political correspondent Phil Authier joins host Dave Breakenridge to explore voter frustration, the possibility of another independence referendum, and whether a minority government can survive beyond its first few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When an elderly woman was found dead in a Quebec seniors’ home, authorities initially ruled her death an accident. But her niece refused to accept that explanation. Montreal Gazette crime reporter joins host Dave Breakenridge to reveal what authorities missed, how the truth was uncovered, and what ultimately happened to the woman’s killer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B.C. heads into a snap election as the Conservatives deal with a leadership change and the NDP looks to capitalize on the turmoil. Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer joins host Dave Breakenridge to talk about the fallout from the early vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For former Ontario police officer July Meier, an alleged Ponzi scheme involving a family member turned her world upside down. Meier joins host Dave Breakenridge to discuss the shock of discovering the alleged activity, its impact on her family and the ongoing police investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roughly 20 Canadian homicides a year result in a "not criminally responsible" ruling. Investigative reporter Emma Jarratt joins the show to examine how NCR cases are decided, the impact on victims' families, and the growing debate over reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Calgary byelection upset has shaken up Alberta politics, with a 10-question referendum looming. Calgary Herald columnist Don Braid joins host Dave Breakenridge to examine what the result says about voter sentiment, the referendum and what it could mean for Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss the turmoil rocking B.C.’s Conservative Party, the recent MLA defections and whether Premier David Eby could call a snap election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canada and the U.S. are locked in a trade war. How did two friendly neighbours become rivals, and can their relationship be repaired? National Posts Jordan Gowling joins Dave Breakenridge to talk about the ongoing trade war between Canada and the U.S., and what it may take to get us out of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices