Erin is joined by Conservative Foreign Affairs critic Michael Chong for a discussion of the important foreign policy issues facing Canada and our allies. From the war in Ukraine to the Taiwan Strait — Erin and Michael explore the world’s geopolitical hotspots and how Canada can play a role in energy security, Arctic security, and economic sanctions to temper aggressions.

NOTE: This podcast was recorded before the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and delayed through the period of mourning.

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Around the World with the Hon. Michael Chong

Erin is joined by Roddy MacKenzie, a Canadian author and historian who travelled to London to join to the long queue of mourners honouring the Queen. Roddy shares his journey and reflects on Queen Elizabeth’s inspiring life of service. They discuss the role of the constitutional monarchy in Canada, the Queen’s special bond with our country and Roddy shares some fascinating anecdotes about the incredible relationship between the UK’s longest-serving monarch and its longest-serving Member of Parliament, Sir Winston Churchill.  

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Mourning & Remembering the Queen: One Canadian’s Journey to London

Erin sits down with former energy executive, Chris Slubicki. The two discuss issues related to energy scarcity and abundance, and how the Canadian oil and gas sector can play a key role in global energy security – at home and in Europe.

Checkout Chris Slubicki’s TED talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/chris_slubicki_canadian_energy_leadership

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Canadian Energy Leadership for the World

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Hosted by Erin O’Toole, the Member of Parliament for Durham and former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. The Blue Skies political podcast explores issues facing Canada and the world in a format that brings together thought leaders for an informed and engaging conversation.

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