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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This week, Jason chats with Sonya Jakubec, a community mental health nurse, researcher, and professor at Mount Royal University who studies the intersection between spending time in nature and our mental and physical health. As a passionate community advocate, Sonya shares her expertise with us in a conversation about the value of getting outside, and how urban planning, accessibility, and the advancement of a new movement in Canada are working to destigmatize mental health.
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This week, host Jason Hatcher is joined by Marcella Munro, Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs for Teck Resources, a diversified natural resources company with operations in Canada, the US, Chile, and Peru. Teck is engaged in mining and mineral development, including coal for the steelmaking industry, copper, zinc, and other critical minerals. Listen in as the duo chat about all things Canadian mining.
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To kick off season 2, host Jason Hatcher chats with co-founder and president of NuLeaf Farms, Ryan Wright. NuLeaf Farms is a Calgary-based vertical farm changing the game for how western Canadians access fresh produce. The duo discuss innovation in agriculture, addressing food security, and what’s in store for the future of vertical farming.
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In the series finale of The Energy Exchange, a joint podcast produced by Navigator and Gowling, co-hosts Jason and Lorne are joined by S&P Global’s Kevin Birn to chat about the future of the energy sector amidst a constantly changing backdrop. Listen in as the trio discuss energy security, the sector’s transition, and Canada’s role as a global energy producer.
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In the third episode of the Energy Exchange, a mini-series with Navigator and Gowling, Jason and Lorne dive into environmental litigation and the implications a recent court ruling from The Hague has on the energy sector. Léone Klapwijk, lawyer and Partner at Van Doorne, joins the duo to bring her perspective to help explain the ruling and what it means for the Netherlands, and possibly the world, as we continue to work to mitigate climate change.
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In our second episode of the Energy Exchange, co-hosts Jason Hatcher and Lorne Rollheiser chat with Cara Clairman, President of Plug n’ Drive, an organization committed to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles to maximize their environmental and economic benefits. Listen in as the trio discuss the accessibility and affordability of EVs, and what Canada needs to do to reach its 2035 EV goals.
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The premier episode of The Energy Exchange, a 4-part series featuring Navigator’s Jason Hatcher, and Gowling WLG’s Lorne Rollheiser, brings a discussion on the current state of the world of energy and considers what transition might look like across the country, and what we need to do to see energy transition come to life.
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This week, host Jason Hatcher sits down with the President & CEO of MEG Energy – Derek Evans to chat about the Oil Sands Pathways to Net Zero initiative which was launched by five energy companies representing 90 per cent of oil sands operations. They have a plan to work collectively to tackle climate change and achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. They then go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss everything from power breakfasts to live theatre.
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This week, host Jason Hatcher sits down with two guests – Scott Nye & Nick Facey from Digital Alberta to chat about the tech sector and why Alberta could be the go-to province for start-ups and big companies alike. Three of them go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss everything from gaming to beer to hockey.
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This week, Jason Hatcher sits down with Deborah Yedlin, CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce and Chancellor of the University of Calgary, to discuss the state of the economy in Alberta and some initiatives that are leading the West out of the pandemic. The pair go head to head in our rapid-fire round to discuss everything from triathlons to their favourite pandemic purchases.
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