This is Canadian Government Executive Radio, the official podcast of Canada's oldest and most respected news resource for the public sectors federally, provinci...
CGE Weekly - The election call, the future and the need for leadership
This week on CGE Radio, we discussed the federal election campaign, the main issues at play, and the challenges and opportunities for the political parties. As well, we delve into the different communication and campaign styles for Liberal leader Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, Donald Trump’s tariff war, and more. The countdown to the election on April 28th is going to be action-packed! Please come back to CGE Radio for weekly podcasts devoted to the campaign.
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Fortifying Canada's Future: Ensuring Sovereignty in an Era of Uncertainty
Interview with Graig McLellan, Founder & CEO of ThinkOn, Inc. In this episode of CGE Radio, J. Richard Jones speaks with Craig McLellan, Founder & CEO of ThinkOn, Inc. Mr. McLellan has been at the forefront of technology innovation and data security in Canada and the U.S. for the past twenty-five years. Under Craig’s leadership, ThinkOn continues to grow, both organically and through strategic acquisition, and has been ranked on both the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ and The Globe and Mail’s list of Canada’s Top Growing Companies. A pioneer in cloud services, ThinkOn was one of the first companies in the world to receive VMware Cloud Verified certification and was recently recognized as the VMware Sovereign Cloud Partner for Canada. Craig currently sits on advisory boards for several industry-leading organizations including Veeam, Hitachi, and VMware, where he helps to guide strategy. Think On, Inc. is a cloud service provider with a global data center footprint offering creative solutions for complex data problems. ThinkOn’s channel-only distribution model empowers value-add resellers and service providers across North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia through solutions built on leading technology platforms. In this episode: Data landscape evolution Practical steps for strengthen data security U.S. CLOUD Act impact on Canada. The importance of data sovereignty The role of government policy in data sovereignty And more!
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CGE Weekly - Mark Carney’s Leadership Victory & Canada’s Political Future
In this episode of CGE Radio, host J. Richard Jones is joined by Lori Turnbull, Editor-in-Chief of Canadian Government Executive Media, to break down Mark Carney’s decisive leadership win and what it means for Canada’s political landscape. With 85.9% of the vote, Carney has secured the Liberal leadership, but what comes next? Lori discusses the transition of power from Justin Trudeau, the potential timing of a federal election, and the impact of Donald Trump’s return on Canada’s economic and political strategies. How will Carney’s economic expertise shape his leadership? Can he challenge Pierre Poilievre in a divided political climate? And what do recent polling trends mean for the NDP and smaller parties? Tune in for an insightful discussion on Canada’s shifting political dynamics and what to watch for in the weeks ahead.
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CGE Weekly: Trump Tariffs Trouble
In this episode of CGE Radio, host J. Richard Jones sits down with Lori Turnbull, Editor-in-Chief of Canadian Government Executive Media, and David McLaughlin, Executive Editor, to unpack the latest political and economic turbulence between Canada and the U.S. With Trump's proposed tariffs looming, the discussion delves into the potential economic fallout, Canada’s response, and the broader implications for trade and national security. The conversation also explores Canada’s internal challenges, from the fentanyl crisis to gang activity, and how these issues intersect with border security. As the country braces for potential political change, our guests weigh in on the possibility of Mark Carney becoming Prime Minister, the likelihood of an early election, and the evolving relationship between Canada and the U.S. Will Canada’s leadership rise to the challenge? And how will these unfolding events reshape the nation’s economic and political future? Tune in to this timely and thought-provoking discussion.
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A Close Election, Trump’s Victory, and its Impact on Canada
In this episode of CGE Radio, host J. Richard Jones sits down with Lori Turnbull, Editor-in-Chief of Canadian Government Executive, to unpack the results of the U.S. presidential election. Lori shares her insights on the tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the decisive outcome, and what it might mean for U.S.-Canada relations. They explore the potential implications of Trump’s policy agenda on trade, tariffs, and energy, and how Canada might navigate this new political landscape. Lori also discusses the broader lessons for Canadian politics, including how affordability and public sentiment could shape the next federal election. Plus, Lori gives a sneak peek at the upcoming edition of CGE Magazine and the exciting agenda for the DX Summit. Don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with expert analysis and thought-provoking insights! Tune in now to stay informed on what’s ahead for Canada and the U.S. under this evolving political climate.
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