Jan 23, 2025
Canada, it’s time to reclaim the Canadian Dream. In this special episode of Chatter That Matters, I bring together three of Canada's brightest: Arlene Dickinson, Jon Love C.M., and Dany Assaf. Recorded live at Excellence Canada's 40th anniversary, weeks before Justin Trudeau's resignation, Donald Trump's inauguration, and upcoming free trade negotiations, this nonpartisan conversation dives deep into the urgent need for Canada to go after a prosperity agenda that makes us economically strong, and socially conscious.
I kick off the episode by reminiscing about Canada's
Centennial year and our country's prowess, then contrasting it with
today's societal and economic struggles.
Arlene Dickinson shares an emotional and empowering story of
overcoming adversity to build a successful entrepreneurial
career.
"I held on to this idea that I could help create a better future
for this country," says Arlene Dickinson.
The episode explores whether today's young Canadians still believe
that hard work guarantees success and discusses the role of social
media in shaping perceptions.
Political and Economic Landscape: Jon Love and Dany Assaf dissect
Canada's economic policies and discuss the need for a 'prosperity
agenda.'
"Do we, as a collective, think that growing the pie is important?"
asks Jon Love.
“Nothing starts without believing in something because it softens
all the edges. The promise that if you do the right things, it’s
most probable you’ll be successful and live the Canadian
dream—that’s the belief we need to reclaim.
I hope everyone in Canada will listen to their ideas and unite to
create an economically strong country with an equally strong social
conscience. Please share with young adults, they are our
future.
Next week I explore investigative journalism and ask the essential question. Without it, what prevents our leaders from hiding things in the shadows?
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