The Jas Johal Political Happy Hour

This week: Keith Baldrey drops by as we break down the B.C. Conservative leadership race — can the party move to the centre without splitting? And after nine years of NDP rule, has B.C.’s business community found its mojo and begun aggressively challenging the government’s fiscal management? (1:29) Carney’s in India chasing trade as Canada looks to diversify beyond the U.S. But back home, Sikh activists warn the threat hasn’t faded after the Nijjar killing. How much time should Ottawa spend on diaspora politics — and where’s the line between sovereignty and strategy? Global News Chief Political Correspondent, David Akin (17:00), and Fomer Liberal cabinet minister Ujjal Dosanjh join us. (33:13) Washington says any new deal with Canada must include higher tariffs. As CUSMA faces review, is this leverage — or a permanent shift toward protectionism? And how should Canada respond? Former Canadian Trade representative Julian Karaguesian drops by. (49:19) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices