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Policy and Rights
by Michael Clogs
This a series of conversations around government policy and our rights. We are trying to report information to listeners about what is happening with government and communities Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
Episodes
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The Hon. Tony Burke MP Addresses the National Press Club of Australia
In this episode of Policy and Rights, correspondent Kelly Reeburn covers a major address delivered at the National Press Club by Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs, Immigration, and Cyber Security, Tony Burke. Minister Burke outlined the federal government's comprehensive overhaul of…
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Surrey BC City Council Debate in Cloverdale
Event Focus: A municipal candidate forum held in Cloverdale, featuring city council candidates representing major slates and independent campaigns ahead of the October 17, 2026 Surrey Municipal Election Permitting & Housing Supply: Wide agreement on reducing City Hall red tape. Proposals ranged...
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Surrey Mayor in Cloverdala Debate 2026
Event Overview: Organized by the local Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, this mayoral candidate forum brought together six candidates running for Mayor of Surrey in the October 17, 2026 municipal election. Moderator & Host: Scott (Chamber Host) opened the...
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Converging Crises_ Foreign Mercenaries in Sudan, Himalayan Disaster, and the Looming Super-sized El Niño
A trio of interconnected global emergencies has laid bare the extreme vulnerability of civilian populations to modern warfare, environmental decay, and unprecedented climate shifts.From the war-torn expanses of East Africa, where foreign mercenaries and illegal drone networks are escalating human...
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Tangled Waters Trade Crises Pipeline Dreams and the Real Price of the Coast
In this episode of Policy and Rights, host Michael Clogs dives deep into the high-stakes intersection of Canada's economic strategy and coastal British Columbia's delicate ecological boundaries.First, we examine the federal government's newly announced tariff relief measures through PacificCan's...
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Erased in Plain Sight The UN’s Urgent Warning on Afghan Women
This radio broadcast covers three major global topics: the Taliban's escalating restrictions on Afghan women, US-Canada trade tensions exacerbated by wildfire-related tariff threats, and Denmark's assumption of the UN Security Council presidency with a focus on food security and conflict...
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AusAlert - Donald Trump Speech - July 17th
1. Australian Emergency Alert System Announcement (Ozalert) Purpose: An announcement introduces "Ozalert," a new national emergency messaging system designed to send near-instant text alerts to compatible mobile devices during local and national disasters. Test Date: The announcement notes that a...
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conflict related sexual violence report to the UNSC
This episode of Policy and Rights (Depictions Media Radio) covers five major segments: the WHO's projected doubling of global cancer cases by 2050, surgical mining as an environmentally accountable alternative, critical commentary on Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," the British Columbia lawsuit...
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United Nations Security Council on children in armed conflict
Recent developments have highlighted critical efforts in both international human rights advocacy and domestic infrastructure investment. On June 24, 2026, the United Nations Security Council received a significant update regarding children in armed conflict zones, while simultaneously, Canadian...
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carney on Europe and Canada ties Recording 1
the UN Secretary General succession process featuring candidate Caroline Rodriguez Burgett, and Canadian housing and foreign policy under Prime Minister Mark Carney. The host frames both segments under a broader theme of human rights, pluralism, and inclusive governance. Announcements UN…
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PAR (Revised) - Who is Pauline Hanson_ One Nation's Pauline Hanson addresses National Press Club
Pauline Hanson is a prominent right-wing populist politician and the leader of the One Nation party who currently serves as a Federal Senator for Queensland, a role she has held since 2016. Her political career began in 1996 when she was elected to the House of Representatives for Oxley, where…
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Security Council: Advancing political solutions in the Middle East
Colombia’s presidency of the UN Security Council in June 2026 is unique, especially when viewed through a human rights lens. Under the leadership of Ambassador Leonor Zalabata—the first Indigenous person to represent Colombia at this level—the country is intentionally intertwining two key tracks:...
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How important is Romania to global peace and security
Romania's strategic security posture on NATO's eastern flank and Colombia's historic June 2025 Security Council presidency under indigenous Ambassador Leonora Zalabata Torres, focusing on Black Sea security, multilateral peace efforts, and the next UN Secretary General selection process. Become a...
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A Conservative View of the Canadian Economy
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's May 20 press conference attacking Prime Minister Mark Carney's economic policies following Canada's economic contraction, plus the government's $5 billion Saab Global Eye surveillance aircraft purchase for Arctic defense. Canada was the only G7 country to…
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Carney and Eby speak about major projects in British Columbia
BC Hydro's $1 billion PowerSmart II conservation program and the contentious federal-provincial dialogue between Mark Carney and Premier David Eby on pipeline expansion, environmental protection, and trade policy. 12 The energy efficiency initiative aims to avoid $2 billion in new infrastructure...
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BC Business Extortion Task Force Report
The wave of targeted extortion schemes against local businesses—predominantly targeting South Asian business owners in the Lower Mainland—prompted extensive coordination between municipal police forces, the RCMP, and provincial authorities. Rather than a single, formal, published "government task...
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Auditor General Karen Hogan and Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco
On May 4, 2026, Auditor General Karen Hogan and Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco released five critical performance audits. Their reports highlight significant gaps in federal oversight, ranging from climate change preparedness to the management of…
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A World Bank for Deterrence
Carney has described the DSRB as a "multilateral financial institution" aimed at mobilizing private capital for collective security. The bank is intended to function similarly to the World Bank or the European Investment Bank, but with a specific focus on: Lowering Borrowing Costs: Reducing the...
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Will Rogers Helping Ukraine
My name is Will Rogers. I have been a paramedic in British Columbia since 1987. I am also a member of the Cloverdale Chamber. I have a story I think your listeners would find compelling. Four years ago, I started traveling to Ukraine to deliver humanitarian aid and medical supplies to frontline...
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Mary Simmons on Indigenous rights at the UN
It appears you are referring to Mary Simon, the Governor General of Canada and an esteemed Inuk leader, who has a long history of advocating for Indigenous rights at the international level. As of today, Monday, April 20, 2026, Mary Simon is attending the United Nations Permanent Forum on...
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Gas price relief and Conservative MP Sandra Cobena Opinion
In recent comments, Cobena argued that these surcharges effectively cancel out the benefits of recent government tax relief measures. Her response centers on several key points: Key Arguments from MP Sandra Cobena Ineffectiveness of Current Relief: Cobena stated that the surcharges "ultimately...
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Pierre Poilievre discuss property rights in the wake of Cowichan court decision
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre holds a news conference in Richmond, B.C., to last year. The B.C. Supreme Court ruling found that the Cowichan tribes holds Aboriginal title over large portions of land in Richmond. Poilievre faces questions from reporters on MP Marilyn Gladu’s decision cross...
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Government of Canada announces $127 million investment in Canadian biomanufacturing and life sciences ecosystem
The $127 million federal investment signifies a targeted effort by the Government of Canada to strengthen the Canadian biomanufacturing and life sciences ecosystem. Specifically, the funding is allocated to two entities for distinct but related purposes: Aspect Biosystems The investment will...
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Women breaking barriers
An Urgent Call to Action: Building Coalitions to End Gender-Based Violence The upcoming event marks a critical convergence of influential women leaders and dedicated allies from the pinnacles of entertainment, science, media, and global business. The central focus of this high-level convening is…
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doctors and human rights activists call for Canadian action in response to reports of alleged human rights violations
In March 2026, Canada is facing a significant national and international reckoning over alleged human rights violations, fueled by an intensified movement of doctors, human rights advocates, and legal experts. This push for accountability centers on two critical and interconnected areas: the...
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118 children have been killed and 372 more have been injured in Lebanon
Across the wider region, the scale of the tragedy is immense. UNICEF reported that more than 2,100 children have been killed or injured since the beginning of the war, including 206 children killed in Iran, 118 in Lebanon, four children killed in Israel, and one in Kuwait. Chaiban cautioned that...
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Iran's new supreme leader vows to keep blocking Strait of Hormuz
Leadership Transition in Iran Following the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, 2026, during joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes (dubbed "Operation Epic Fury"), Iran underwent a swift and tense succession process: Appointment: On March 9, 2026, the 88-member Assembly of Experts...
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Annalene Baerbock Speaking on Gender Equality
Annalena Baerbock, who ascended from Germany's Foreign Minister to the prestigious President of the UN General Assembly in late 2025, has firmly established herself as the foremost global voice warning against the escalating "backlash" against gender equality. Her rhetoric moves beyond…
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Airstrike on Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls' School
Incident Details The Shajareh Tayyebeh elementary school was struck during its morning session on the first day of a wider military offensive against Iran. Verified footage and satellite imagery show that the school building was decimated, with the roof collapsing on students. Reports from local...
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Tim Hodgson Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Unlocking Canada’s critical minerals
This substantial federal investment is projected to unlock an impressive $434 million in Canadian project capital, providing a significant economic boost that will be felt truly from coast to coast. These figures are not just statistics; they represent a transformational injection of capital with...
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Canada Stand in the Middle East
Tokyo, Japan - Wrapping up a rigorous 10-day, three-country tour aimed at expanding Canadian market access in Asia, Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed reporters on Saturday in Tokyo, focusing heavily on the escalating security situation in the Middle East. He confirmed that, as of yet, Canada…
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British Columbia Premier’s statement on online activity and Tumbler Ridge tragedy
Premier David Eby has released the following statement in response to media reports regarding OpenAI and the shooting in Tumbler Ridge: “Reports that allege OpenAI had related intelligence before the shootings in Tumbler Ridge took place are profoundly disturbing for the victims’ families and all...
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Human rights are under assault globally, says UN Secretary General
Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', was killed in a military raid in Jalisco after being seriously injured in a shootout, dying during an air transfer to Mexico City. The US provided intelligence support for the operation, as confirmed by Mexico's Defence Ministry. The US…
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Canada get tough on foriegn extortion
Minister Hodgson reaffirmed Canada’s enduring commitment to transatlantic stability and Arctic co-operation. The Minister and the Commissioner discussed further co-operation on multilateral critical minerals mechanisms, including the Critical Minerals Production Alliance and Critical Minerals...
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BC budget 2026
n a world of ongoing and heightened economic uncertainty, Budget 2026 makes careful choices to protect what matters most to British Columbians through investments to protect services, such as health care, education and social supports, while securing B.C.’s future through skills training and...
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a community searching for answers after tragedy
Canada is talking the tragedy in Tubler Rifge BC Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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Voilence surging in South Sudan
The United Nations on Tuesday warned of a sharp escalation in violence in South Sudan, driven by political deadlock among the signatories to the country’s fragile peace deal, as clashes, displacement and humanitarian access restrictions worsen. Briefing the UN Security Council, UN peacekeeping...
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New Liberal Strategy to Protect Canadians
Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, visited Linamar, a Canadian company and global leader in advanced automotive manufacturing, to highlight the Government of Canada’s new Automotive Strategy. The world is changing…
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Stand United for Human Rights
Speaking with reporters are Nada El-Falou (director of Student Services at Palestinian Students and Scholars at Risk Network), Sean Tucker (professor at the University of Regina’s faculty of business administration), Saleha Faruqued (advocacy programs manager at Justice for All Canada), and…
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António Guterres Secretary-General's press conference on his 2026 priorities
This is an especially meaningful moment for me since it’s my final opportunity for our customary exchange at the beginning of the year. These are early days — but 2026 is already shaping up to be a year of constant surprises and chaos. Before I entered public life, I trained as a physicist. And…
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Priorities for Canadian Parliament
Priorities for Canadian Parliament Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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Haiti Capital is 80 percent controlled by gangs
Marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the UN Secretary-General urged Member States to take immediate steps to implement the reforms they committed to in the Pact for the Future. Speaking at the commemoration of ECOSOC at 80 named “a turning point...
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Revolution Now! w Peter Joseph Ep. 58 Integral & the Mirage of “Marxism.”
PAR - Revolution Now! w Peter Joseph Ep. 58 Integral & the Mirage of “Marxism.” Kelly - Dj Rea Reaburn Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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Europen Comission President Von der Leyen Questions Trump Trustworthiness over his Obession with Greenland
At Davos, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen questioned `Trump’s trustworthiness` over planned tariffs on eight European nations related to Greenland, calling it `a mistake especially between long-standing allies.` President Donald Trump framed the tariffs as leverage tied to...
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Annalena Baercock Compares Trump to Putin and Annexing Greenland is Like Handing Russia Ukraine
The global landscape is rapidly changing, leaving economies, businesses, and workers in a state of uncertainty. In response, Canada is focused on what we can control: securing new trade and investment partnerships so we are not reliant on a single country, but more resilient to global shocks. We...
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XI and Carney make a trade deal
Assistant Secretary-General Martha Ama Akyaa Pobee called on Iranian authorities “to halt any execution linked to protest related cases,” and expressed “alarm” at public statements suggesting military strikes on Iran. Pobee called on Iran “to respect due process and fair trial rights for all...
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Stand Together in Sovereignty
Since joining the Alliance in 2009, Croatia has been a valued member of NATO. It contributes significantly to our collective security – not only on our eastern flank and in the Western Balkans, but across the entire Alliance. Just before the holidays, I met Croatian troops in Poland, as part of...
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Democracy and Africa is it Freedom or Colonialism
To mark International Human Rights Day, join us for a discussion about human rights and democracy in Africa on these traditional, ancestral, and unceded national homelands of the Coast Salish peoples – specifically the sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm...
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Ben Shewry's Address to the National Press Club of Australia
PAR - Ben Shewry's Address to the National Press Club of Australia Kelly - Dj Rea Reaburn Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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- Michelle Manook and Hugh Mark Adresses to the National Press Club of Australia
PAR - Michelle Manook and Hugh Mark Addresses to the National Press Club of Australia Kelly - Dj Rea Reaburn Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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This a series of conversations around government policy and our rights. We are trying to report information to listeners about what is happening with government and communities
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.
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