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The Daily Brief

Cosmin Dzsurdzsa www.tnc.news
True North’s Daily Brief is a daily podcast to keep you up-to-date on the news you need to know. Featuring host Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and other True North journalists, the Daily Brief will bring you the top stories of the day and True North exclusive stories you won’t find anywhere else.
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X rises to top news app in Canada

X CEO Elon Musk celebrated his “free speech platform’s” victory over legacy and corporate media on Thursday after X became the number one free news application in Canada. Plus, Canada’s healthcare spending is projected to reach a record $372 billion this year, marking a sharp rise over the past two years. And a Dominican man deported for fentanyl trafficking re-entered the U.S. illegally via Vermont with help from a smuggler in Canada. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William ...

Nov 08, 202415 minEp. 495

Another influx of migrants coming to Canada from the US?

In the wake of Trump’s re-election, Quebec Premier François Legault warned of a potential surge of migrants moving northward, urging the federal government to strengthen border controls. Plus, a convicted terrorist is currently teaching a social justice course at Carleton University. And Peel police declared the Hindu solidarity rally in Brampton unlawful after weapons were “observed.” Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Nov 07, 202415 minEp. 494

The greatest political comeback in history?

Donald Trump will reclaim the White House following an election victory late Tuesday night. Is this the greatest political comeback in history? Plus, Edmonton police are seeking help to identify suspects in a “hate-motivated” arson and mischief at the Holy Rosary Church in Central Edmonton. And Andrew Feinstein, an ex-South African MP, is urging anti-Israel activists to remake poppies in Palestinian flag colours for Remembrance Month. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton D...

Nov 06, 202416 minEp. 493

Poilievre calls on provinces to remove PST on new homes

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has called on premiers across Canada to eliminate provincial sales taxes on new homes under $1 million. Plus, nearly half of all human trafficking cases reported in Canada over the last decade have occurred within five major cities, according to Statistics Canada. And nearly half of Canadians are choosing to forgo medical care because they don’t want to face overwhelming wait times. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more a...

Nov 05, 202419 minEp. 492

UCP members overwhelmingly support Smith’s leadership

United Conservative Party leader and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will remain at the helm of the party after she secured 91.5% support in a leadership review at the party’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday. Plus, the Ontario city of Mississauga has declared December Christian Heritage Month and is urging Premier Ford to follow. And the Trudeau government spent $1.7 million on podcasts with barely any listeners. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more a...

Nov 04, 202414 minEp. 491

Singh will continue propping up Trudeau gov

Despite claims by NDP Leader Jagmet Singh that he does not support the Trudeau government, his party will continue to prop up the government and will refuse to support attempts to trigger an early election. Plus, newly re-elected British Columbia Premier David Eby has been attempting to court some BC Conservative MLAs to become the next Speaker. And Liberal cabinet ministers are opposed to a Liberal party caucus vote via secret ballot on whether or not members support Justin Trudeau as their lea...

Nov 01, 202417 minEp. 490

Censoring, tracking and criminalizing “residential school denialism?”

Government-appointed special interlocutor on residential schools Kimberly Murray released her final report on Tuesday, and is again calling for those who question the residential schools narrative in Canada to be fined or jailed, as well as tracked by the feds. Plus, Canada will need to nearly double its military spending to fulfil its NATO commitment of 2% of GDP by 2032 according to the federal budget watchdog. And Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s office confirmed that he would release t...

Oct 31, 202416 minEp. 489

Parks Canada officials “decolonize” our heritage and smear Sir John A

In a recent press conference, investigative journalist Sam Cooper and Independent MP Kevin Vuong accused four officials of being involved in a foreign interference scheme. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals the planning behind a Parks Canada exhibit that smears Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A Macdonald. And the Edmonton Police Service confirmed it was investigating an alleged sexual assault involving an Uber driver. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine!...

Oct 30, 202416 minEp. 488

More Canadians than ever are relying on food banks

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced that he would eliminate the federal sales tax on new homes worth less than $1 million if elected. Plus, according to a new report, the number of Canadians relying on food banks is up 90% since 2019, And online hackers managed to access the personal financial data of hundreds of Canadians through the tax preparation company H&R Block to scam the Canada Revenue Agency out of millions of dollars. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and ...

Oct 29, 202416 minEp. 487

Are politicians finally realizing the harms of mass immigration?

The Ontario government proposed legislation that would ban medical school seats from going to international students to make room for students in Canada. This follows the Trudeau government reducing its immigration targets after allowing a record amount of migrants into the country. Plus, almost one in two small businesses reported crime or safety-related issues in 2024, marking a sharp increase from the previous year. And most parents are left confused by a year-old change to how grades are rep...

Oct 28, 202416 minEp. 486

Trudeau gov scales back immigration levels

In a surprise announcement, the Liberal government has pledged to reduce Canada’s annual immigrant intake to 365,000 people by the year 2027. Plus, Quebec’s Ministry of Education has suspended the teaching licenses of 11 elementary school teachers for imposing their “Islamist” religious views on students in public schools. And Toronto police have arrested two individuals alleging they wore medical masks to conceal their identity while taking part in anti-Israel demonstrations preventing employee...

Oct 25, 202415 minEp. 485

Liberal MPs claim their party is united despite push to oust PM

Liberal MPs emerged from their latest caucus meeting steadfast in their support for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau only a day after a petition to oust the Liberal Party of Canada leader was leaked to the media. Plus, the Trudeau government plans to roll out a “colonialism” apology tour, beginning with the wildfire-ravaged Jasper National Park. And police unions across Canada blast Trudeau for misleading Canadians on the handgun freeze, Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lam...

Oct 24, 202418 minEp. 484

Rustad takes on the CBC

As British Columbians await the final provincial election vote count, BC Conservative Leader John Rustad challenged a CBC host for doubting the presence of pornography in schools as well as fears over rising crime. Plus, the Liberal government announced a series of changes to the Temporary Foreign Workers program hoping to encourage businesses to hire more Canadian workers. And Canada dropped in ranking when it comes to tax competitiveness among OECD nations. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmi...

Oct 23, 202416 minEp. 483

Liberals win big in New Brunswick

Susan Holt’s Liberal Party of New Brunswick has won the province’s 2024 election, marking a significant shift in leadership and ending Blaine Higgs’ pursuit of a third consecutive term. Plus, former B.C. premier Christy Clark is considering a post-Trudeau Liberal leadership bid. And the Trudeau government will soon ban flavoured vaping products nationally. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Noah Jarvis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 202421 minEp. 482

Stalemate in British Columbia

Voters in British Columbia went to the polls on Saturday but the election is too close to call as the NDP and Conservatives are neck-and-neck. Plus, a True North exclusive reveals Danielle Smith’s former campaign manager is organizing “two thousand Muslims” to support the premier at the upcoming AGM. And police arrest two in connection with a shooting at a Jewish Girls’ elementary school in Toronto. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad cho...

Oct 21, 202418 minEp. 481

Fleeing a sinking ship?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will have to reshuffle his cabinet once again in the wake of four cabinet ministers announcing that they won’t be seeking reelection. This comes as Trudeau faces a growing movement within the Liberal caucus calling for him to step down as leader. Plus, Vancouver police arrested a repeat offender for allegedly assaulting a woman tourist outside of the city’s cruise ship terminal while he was out on bail. And Trudeau accused Dr. Jordan Peterson and Tucker Carlson of b...

Oct 18, 202416 minEp. 480

Poilievre accuses Trudeau of “lying” about foreign interference

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accused Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of “lying” during Trudeau’s testimony at the public inquiry into foreign interference on Wednesday, in which Trudeau alleged the Conservative leader didn’t have the proper security clearance to be briefed on foreign interference by law enforcement. Plus, United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. And a petition that calls for To...

Oct 17, 202415 minEp. 479

Liberal MPs want Trudeau out

There’s a growing movement within the Liberal party caucus to oust Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Plus, Canada has officially added Samidoun to its list of recognized terrorist entities after facing calls from Jewish organizations and conservative politicians across Canada. And Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says he would support involuntary addiction treatment for kids and inmates. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Clayton DeMaine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Oct 16, 202416 minEp. 478

India agents linked to homicide, extortion in Canada: RCMP

The federal government expelled India’s high commissioner and five other diplomats after an RCMP report revealed that Indian government agents were linked to homicides, extortions and other violent criminal activities in Canada. Plus, the House of Commons Ethics committee grilled CTV News’ vice president over the media outlet manipulating an interview of Pierre Poilievre. And a Jewish girls’ elementary school was shot at for a second time this year during the solemn Jewish high holiday of Yom Ki...

Oct 15, 202419 minEp. 477

Jewish groups call for Chow to resign after Oct 7 vigil snub

Two Iranian brothers convicted in the U.S. for illegally exporting restricted materials to Iran resettled in Canada under new identities after their sentencing. Plus, Jewish groups are urging Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow to resign after missing a vigil for victims of the Oct. 7 terror attack on Israel. And the United Conservative Caucus of Alberta has officially reinstated Jennifer Johnson, following a recent controversy involving a heated exchange with a transgender activist. Tune into The Daily B...

Oct 11, 202418 minEp. 476

Investigating the mismanagement of the Jasper Wildfire

The ongoing investigation into the Jasper wildfire is set to intensify, with the Conservatives proposing a motion to extend the study by four additional meetings. Plus, Lululemon founder Chip Wilson’s home was vandalized over his anti-BC NDP “communist” sign. And a Canadian university wants to fill 75% of its new medical school with race and sexual orientation of candidates in mind. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Oct 10, 202414 minEp. 475

Rustad wants to deport terrorist sympathizers

BC Conservative leader John Rustad pledged he would direct the provincial government to demand that Ottawa deports non-citizens who glorify and support terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Plus, representatives from downtown business associations across Canada are calling on the federal government to reform bail laws due to criminal activities by repeat offenders making it difficult for businesses to thrive. And the Canadian Taxpayers Federation announced on Friday that it is joining the f...

Oct 09, 202415 minEp. 474

Union leadership endorses BC NDP

A recent letter from the head of the Public Service Alliance of Canada’s British Columbia regional branch urges union members to support the BC NDP over the BC Conservatives in the upcoming provincial election. Will members listen? Plus, despite allegedly planning to carry out the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham terrorist attack, a man caught in Canada with plans to kill as many Jews in New York as possible allegedly was applying for refugee status in Canada, claiming he was gay. And the Canad...

Oct 08, 202417 minEp. 473

Anti-Israel protests take place on anniversary of Oct 7 terrorist attack

Will law enforcement in Canada take a tougher stance against anti-Israel protesters today on the anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack? Plus, a CBC News host has come under fire for allegedly editorializing during a broadcast of its talk-radio show Cross Country Checkup. And RCMP commissioner Mike Duheme has confirmed that the federal police force is currently investigating a scandal involving the Liberal government allegedly distributing tens of millions of taxpayer dollars to ineligi...

Oct 07, 202416 minEp. 472

Immigration may drive up rent in Canada

Immigration-driven population growth could drive rent in major cities well beyond the reach of most Canadians within the next two decades. Plus, a new poll shows that a majority of Canadians oppose the Liberal government’s plan to ban the sale of new petrol-powered cars by 2035. And the global rush for liquified natural gas continues unabated, with International Energy Agency projections predicting record demand by next year. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Wiliam McBeath! Le...

Oct 04, 202416 minEp. 471

Would you attend Peterson Academy?

A new poll reveals most Canadians disagree with being called “settlers.” Plus, a Calgary radio host speaks out after being attacked for reporting on extortion and crime. And the founders of Peterson Academy believe they can shake up the education system and offer a bachelor’s-level equivalent education for US$2,000. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Issac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 03, 202413 minEp. 470

Terror strikes Israel again

At least seven are dead from a terrorist shooting on the streets of Tel Aviv, which occurred as nearly 200 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps rockets flew over Israel. Plus, the vast majority of Albertans living in the province’s two largest cities would like to see the immigration rate slow down. And aside from Quebec, the NDP has pulled ahead of the Liberals in the rest of Canada for voting intentions among committed voters for the next federal election. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dz...

Oct 02, 202414 minEp. 469

Anti-Israel protests set for anniversary of deadly Oct 7 terrorist attack

As the first anniversary of the deadly Oct. 7 terrorist attack on Israel approaches, a Montreal-based anti-Israel group plans to hold a rally outside the Israeli consulate in Canada to celebrate the “martyrs” of Hamas, the terrorist group who led the attack. Plus, the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association has been demoted from its key role as a “participant” to a “consultant” in the federal government’s firearms buyback program after criticizing the Liberals’ approach to gun confisca...

Oct 01, 202419 minEp. 468

Criminalizing “residential school denialism”

An NDP MP has put forward a private member’s bill which seeks to criminalize QUOTE “residential school denialism,” serving up to two years imprisonment for those found guilty of violating the law. Plus, Ontario’s privacy commissioner sided with Ontario Tech University “anti-hate” researcher Dr. Barbara Perry in keeping her 300 active Canadian “far-right” hate groups list secret. And Canada’s birth rate falls to a record low and is among the countries with the lowest fertility rates in the world....

Sep 30, 202419 minEp. 467

The legacy media cheerleads the Trudeau gov

A breakdown of media coverage found that CBC and CTV coverage promoting expensive Liberal government policies far overshadowed the few times the outlets reported on the programs’ cost to taxpayers. Plus, Netflix is cutting its contributions to Canadian arts and film production as a way to weather the costs imposed by the Liberal government’s Online Streaming Act. And the government of Manitoba has announced an extension to the gas tax holiday, initially implemented in January of this year and sl...

Sep 27, 202416 minEp. 466
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