The Big Five Podcast Carney receiving prais for his handling of a tricky situation at the G7. Plus: Quebec Liberal Party surging under newly elected leader Pablo Rodriguez
Jun 18, 2025
Join Dan Delmar, co-founder of TNKR Media and co-host of Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada, and Neil Drabkin, a former federal prosecutor and political commentator. They discuss Mark Carney's praised handling of challenges at the G7, including international relations and trade implications. The duo also examines the rise of the Quebec Liberal Party under new leader Pablo Rodriguez, amidst existing concerns over major service disruptions due to a transit strike and Canadians' anxieties about retirement readiness.
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G7 Statement Is Expected and Symbolic
- G7 statements affirming Israel's right to defend itself and opposing Iran's nuclear ambitions are expected and largely inconsequential.
- Real progress happens in bilateral negotiations on the fringes, not in the main resolutions themselves.
Trump's 51st State Ambition
- Donald Trump seriously pushes the idea of Canada becoming the 51st US state as part of his legacy.
- This goal drives his use of economic strategies like tariffs and missile defense demands against Canada.
Quebec Liberal Surge Is Tentative
- Quebec Liberal Party under Pablo Rodriguez sees a small poll surge but genuine support is uncertain.
- Rodriguez must quickly build confidence and present clear policies to compete with PQ and CAQ next election.