10/3: Canada Covered
10/3: Canada Covered
Postmedia
10/3 brings you the biggest stories in Canada told by Postmedia's national network of award-winning journalists. Hosted by Dave Breakenridge, 10/3 updates twice a week.
The Wild West of Canada's fertility industry
Thousands of women spend millions of dollars in Canada every year to freeze their eggs, with the hope of giving them flexibility on when to have children. But an investigation from the Investigative Journalism Bureau and Postmedia have found that the industry is full of misleading marketing, and emotional manipulation. Wendy-Ann Clarke and Lori Culbert join the show to discuss what sparked this investigation, what messaging women are getting from clinics in the industry, and how much money is involved. Background Reading: Egg freezing is a booming business in Canada. Here's how women are being oversold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18
35 min
Canada's World Cup moment: A look at Alphonso Davies' impact
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off this week, with Canada hosting matches for the first time. Journalist Jolene Latimer joins the show to discuss Canada's place on soccer's biggest stage, the impact of star player Alphonso Davies despite his injury, and the influential figure behind his rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 9
25 min
Why one small Alberta town matters to Canada’s energy future
Hardisty, Alta., is a critical hub in Canada's oil network, yet it faces the same challenges as many small towns. Financial Post writer Joe O'Connor joins the show to discuss the town's history, its importance to the oil industry, and efforts to attract new residents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 5
22 min
What happens when a supervised consumption site closes?
Ottawa Citizen journalist Bruce Deachman joins the show to discuss why Ontario closed some supervised consumption sites and how residents say one neighbourhood has changed since a local facility shut down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 3
17 min
Expo 86 at 40: How Vancouver changed forever
Forty years after Expo 86 helped put Vancouver on the map, Vancouver Sun journalist Dan Fumano joins the show to discuss the event’s lasting legacy, how it shaped the city we know today, and whether Vancouver could host another world’s fair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29
23 min
What’s next for Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives
Could Pierre Poilievre be poised for a political comeback after the Conservatives’ election loss to Mark Carney and the Liberals? Simon Tuck joins the show to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26
27 min
The Republic of Alberta? Inside the independence movement
The idea of Alberta separatism is closer to mainstream than ever before journalist Tyler Dawson joins 10/3 to discuss Alberta separatism, the growing push for independence, and what could lie ahead ahead of a possible October vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22
24 min
Will a deal between Mark Carney and Danielle Smith lead to a new oil pipeline?
Ottawa-Alberta relations took a step forward last week with the signing of an agreement that potentially paves the way for a new oil pipeline to the coast.The deal gives a timeline on approvals for a pipeline, should a proponent come forward, and allows Alberta and the feds to calm the waters in an at-times testy relationship.National Post politics reporter Stephanie Taylor joins the show to discuss what went into the deal, what concessions Alberta had to make, and how this squares with the federal government's push for national projects but also its environmental goals. Further reading: Ottawa, Alberta agree to path on approving new oil pipeline by September 2027 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20
22 min
Could Alberta actually separate? Breaking down the movement and the politics
Alberta separatism is gaining traction as independence supporters push for a referendum, even as the movement faces controversy over an alleged voter-list leak. Don Braid joins the show to discuss the key players, motivations, and political fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15
24 min
24 Sussex: The house no prime minister wants
Successive governments have long ignored serious issues at 24 Sussex Drive — so much so that two prime ministers have chosen to live elsewhere. National Post reporter Simon Tuck joins me to break down what’s gone wrong, why repairs keep getting delayed, and what it might cost to finally fix the official residence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14
21 min
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