Alberta's Next Steps w/ David Parker, Tim Hoven & Douglas Galavan

Alberta’s Next StepsRecorded on Tuesday, April 22 · 2 PMat The Bourbon House Tex-Mex Cantina, Drayton ValleyWith the federal ballots counted the night before, Alberta will wake up on April 29 facing the same question: Now what?Independent broadcaster Jason Lavigne gathers three unapologetic freedom advocates to map out the next move, whether Parliament is red or blue.The voices in the roomDavid Parker – Founder of Take Back Alberta and mastermind of the grassroots push that forced Jason Kenney out. Parker argues you don’t always need a formal referendum if the governing party can be bent to its members’ will.Tim Hoven – Former Reeve of Clearwater County who ran as an Independent after being bounced from a UCP nomination. Hoven brings a cautionary tale about what happens when party gatekeepers silence local voices, and why rural constituents won’t let it slide.Douglas Galavan – Long-time Drayton Valley activist, Rally Canada organizer and 2019 PPC candidate. Galavan voices the “pain before gain” view: Alberta must brace for short-term hardship if it truly wants out from under Ottawa’s thumb.Conversation pointsThe morning after – What immediate levers can Alberta’s government—and its citizens, pull, no matter who forms Canada’s next government?Inside vs. outside pressure – Parker’s *change-the-party* plan contrasted with Hoven’s independent run and Galavan’s street-level activism.Referendum, rebellion, or reform? – Do Albertans need a sovereignty vote, or simply leaders with the backbone to act? Get full access to Jason Lavigne’s Substack at jasonlavigne.substack.com/subscribe