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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future!

In this episode, Balkan Devlen, Studio Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Peter Hefele, Policy Director at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies.

Hefele pulls back the curtain on Europe's high-stakes challenges: Can Germany reboot its economic engine? Will Europe finally build a credible defence capability? And where does Canada fit into this complex geopolitical puzzle?

From Germany's political chess match to Europe's urgent defense overhaul, this episode is a front-row seat to the continent's most critical transformation in decades.

Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!

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Can Europe guarantee its own security? Balkan Devlen and Peter Hefele

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published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future!

In this episode, Balkan Devlen, Studio Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Peter Hefele, Policy Director at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies.

From Germany's political chess match to Europe's urgent defense overhaul, this episode is a front-row seat to the continent's most critical transformation in decades.

Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!

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How mortgage fraud costs Canadians and fuels organized crime 41:27

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In this episode, Peter Copeland, deputy director of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Domestic Policy Program, speaks with Cameron Field, a Toronto Police veteran and financial crimes expert. Field explains that there are three types of mortgage fraud in Canada. First, there's fraud for shelter, whereby some homebuyers committ fraud to obtain a mortgage. Next, there's fraud for profit, in which actors in the mortgage industry act fraudulently in order to complete a sale. Finally, there's fraud committed by organized crime, which sees mortgages used as a way to launder money. Field describes how these types of fraud work, and their impact on the Canadian housing market and public safety. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on key issues facing Canada!…

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Reconciliation at risk? Data shows spike in church arsons after unmarked grave reports in Canada 32:22

7 days ago32:22

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Ken Coates, director of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Indigenous Affairs Program, is joined by journalist and economist Edgardo Sepulveda, an expert data storyteller. Sepulveda's new study for MLI analyzed data for church arsons in Canada and around the world. He found that following reports in 2021 of unmarked graves at residential schools, Canada saw a spike in church arsons compared to other Anglosphere countries, suggesting a correlation to news of the unmarked graves. He says the lack of serious policy response puts reconciliation at risk. Please like, share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada!…

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Indigenous students thrive earning degrees in their communities: Ken Coates & Sheila North 36:12

14 days ago36:12

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Ken Coates, director of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Indigenous Affairs Program, speaks with Sheila North, a journalist, storyteller, and former Grand Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak. When it comes to post-secondary education, North tells Coates that some of the greatest successes happen when programs are designed to allow students to complete a large part of their studies while remaining in their home community. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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How provincial trade barriers rip off Canadians: Peter Copeland & Ryan Manucha 51:29

24 days ago51:29

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Ryan Manucha, a leading expert on interprovincial trade. Manucha offers a compelling vision of how Canada's provinces can recognize each other's professional licenses, business certifications, and regulations to unlock billions in economic potential and strengthen Canada's economic unity in an increasingly complex global environment. Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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Can Europe guarantee its own security? Balkan Devlen and Peter Hefele 41:00

5 weeks ago41:00

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Balkan Devlen, Studio Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Peter Hefele, Policy Director at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies. Hefele pulls back the curtain on Europe's high-stakes challenges: Can Germany reboot its economic engine? Will Europe finally build a credible defence capability? And where does Canada fit into this complex geopolitical puzzle? From Germany's political chess match to Europe's urgent defense overhaul, this episode is a front-row seat to the continent's most critical transformation in decades. Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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Can the CBC survive without government subsidies? Peter Copeland and Peter Menzies 57:01

5 weeks ago57:01

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute (MLI), sits down with Peter Menzies, MLI Senior Fellow, former publisher of the Calgary Herald, and past Vice Chair of the CRTC. Menzies offers a provocative analysis of the CBC's future, challenging its current funding model and exploring radical solutions for Canadian public broadcasting. With the federal election looming, he examines how government subsidies impact media trust, journalistic objectivity, and the broader news ecosystem. Menzies argues that the CBC's current structure threatens media diversity and public trust, proposing a bold transition to a subscription-based model that could reshape how Canadians consume news and public media. Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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Tackling Canada's housing crunch: Peter Copeland and Ross McKitrick 44:42

6 weeks ago44:42

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, sits with Ross McKitrick, professor of economics at the University of Guelph. In a recent commentary series for MLI, McKitrick looks at income levels, demography and population change, and housing construction and price data, from the 1970s and ‘90s onwards, to get a sense of what’s causing the ‘housing crunch’, as he calls it. McKitrick explains that the issues confronting Canada in 2025 go beyond mere setbacks, and that unless they are resolved quickly, we face a deep and potentially permanent loss of our national standard of living and quality of life. Be sure to share and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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How are First Nations' fish farms transforming the West Coast?: Ken Coates and Dallas Smith 33:23

9 weeks ago33:23

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this compelling episode, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Director of Indigenous Affairs, Ken Coates, sits with Dallas Smith, spokesperson for the First Nations for Finfish Stewardship (FNFFS) and a member of the Tlowitsis First Nations in Campbell River, B.C., to unpack the nuanced world of salmon aquaculture on British Columbia's coastal regions. Smith provides a fascinating insider's perspective on the salmon farming industry, discussing its evolution, economic importance, and critical role in supporting remote First Nations communities. From the groundbreaking Great Bear Rainforest agreements to the challenges of sustainable resource management, this conversation offers a deep dive into how Indigenous leadership is reshaping economic and environmental policy in Canada. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key issues facing Canada today!…

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More regulations, fewer families—explaining North America's housing crisis: Peter Copeland and Tim Carney 41:41

10 weeks ago41:41

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada today! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Tim Carney, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. In their discussion, Carney provides a comprehensive overview of the alarming trends around declining marriage rates, birth rates, and community belonging across North America. He shares insights from his extensive research, examining how government regulations, cultural shifts, and the erosion of civil society contribute to these challenges. Carney also highlights successful policy approaches from other countries that prioritize family-friendly housing and community-building and explains how the housing crisis is intimately tied to the inability of young people to start families and put down roots in their communities. Be sure to share and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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Does salmon farming have a future in Canada?: Ken Coates and Linda Sams 32:28

11 weeks ago32:28

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Ken Coates sits down with Linda Sams, biologist with over 37 years of business and management experience in the aquaculture sector, and an expert in the Canadian salmon farming industry. In this insightful discussion, Sams shares her extensive background and experience in salmon aquaculture, and provides an inside look at the evolution of salmon farming, the ecological challenges the industry has addressed, and the vital role it plays in supporting rural coastal communities. Coates and Sams also delve into the controversies and threats facing the salmon farming sector, including poorly informed government policies that could devastate these local economies. Be sure to share and subscribe to Inside Policy for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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Happily ever after? The case for marriage in Canada: Peter Copeland, Andrea Mrozek & Peter Jon Mitchell 59:28

13 weeks ago59:28

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we dive into the ideas and policies shaping Canada's future! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Cardus' Senior Fellow Andrea Mrozek and Program Director Peter Jon Mitchell. The discussion covers the trends and social effects surrounding marriage and family formation in Canada - Mrozek and Mitchell provide a comprehensive overview of the declining marriage rates and their implications, from poor economic and social well-being to the challenges young adults face in starting families. Both reflect on the importance of marriage as an institution, highlighting its contributions to social stability, economic prosperity, and positive outcomes for children. The guests also explore cultural and policy factors influencing marriage, from individualism to the impact of feminism and propose ways for governments to promote marriage, such as removing policy disincentives and fostering positive portrayals in media and culture. Be sure to share and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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British Columbia's salmon farmers caught in the net: Ken Coates and Brian Kingzett 39:02

14 weeks ago39:02

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we discuss the ideas and policies shaping Canada today! In this episode, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Ken Coates sits down with Brian Kingzett, Executive Director of the BC Salmon Farming Association, to discuss the future of salmon farming in British Columbia. Kingzett provides a comprehensive overview of the salmon farming industry - its history, economic impact, and the complex relationships between Indigenous communities and environmental groups. He shares his concerns about the federal government's decision to ban open-net pen salmon farming by 2024, and emphasizes the vital role salmon farming plays in providing jobs, food security, and economic opportunities for coastal communities. He also highlights the industry's commitment to transparency and innovation in reducing its environmental impac as one of British Columbia's most important agricultural sectors. Be sure to share, and subscribe to Inside Policy Talks for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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The great tug-of-war over Greenland: Alex Dalziel, Jon Rahbek-Clemmensen, Christian Keldsen, Marisol Maddox, and Jessica Shadian 53:54

15 weeks ago53:54

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks , where we discuss the ideas and policies shaping Canada today! In this episode, Senior Fellow Alex Dalziel is joined by a panel of experts to examine Greenland's pivotal position at the intersection of global superpowers vying for influence in the North American Arctic. Guests Jon Rahbek-Clemmensen of the Royal Danish Defence College, Christian Keldsen, Director of the Greenland Business Association, Marisol Maddox, Senior Arctic Analyst at the Polar Institute, and Dr. Jessica Shadian, President of Arctic 360, delve into the complex web of security, economic, and diplomatic interests surrounding the semi-autonomous territory of Greenland. The discussion offers insights on the delicate balancing act Greenland must navigate, and explores the potential for enhanced cooperation between North American partners to address shared challenges and opportunities in the region. Be sure to share and subscribe for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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Identity politics and the capture of canadian research funding: Peter Copeland and Dave Snow 52:36

15 weeks ago52:36

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Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we discuss the ideas and policies shaping Canada today! In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of the Domestic Policy Program at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, sits down with Dave Snow, MLI senior fellow and associate professor at the University of Guelph, to discuss the growing influence of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at Canada's major federal research granting agencies. The discussion delves into how DEI policies impact intellectual diversity, as the language of DEI becomes increasingly pervasive in research funding guidelines. Professor Snow provides a detailed analysis of the different forms of DEI - mild, moderate, and activist - and offers recommendations on how federal granting agencies can renew their commitment to political and ideological neutrality. Read Dave Snow's report, Promoting excellence – or activism? Equity, diversity, and inclusion at Canada’s federal granting agencies, here: https://macdonaldlaurier.ca/promoting-excellence-or-activism-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-at-canadas-federal-granting-agencies/ Be sure to share and subscribe to Inside Policy for more thought-provoking analysis on the key policy issues facing Canada today!…

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US-Canada defense and security cooperation in the Trump era: Balkan Devlen, Jamie Tronnes, Richard Shimooka, and Alexander Lanoszka 35:12

16 weeks ago35:12