Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, sits down with Toronto Star columnist, Susan Delacourt, to discuss various political events and issues, such as housing prices, international conflicts, the emotional impact of the Israel-Hamas war on Canadian communities, concerns about a Trump re-election, the importance of public perception, seeking advice from trusted sources, and the significance of in-depth conversations among political leaders.
The Prime Minister emphasizes the need to balance awareness of challenges with an optimistic outlook for Canada's future.
The Prime Minister stresses the importance of fostering dialogue and understanding between different religious and ethnic groups to maintain an open and safe society.
Deep dives
Prime Minister's Outlook for 2024
The Prime Minister expresses optimism for 2024, highlighting the progress Canada is making despite global challenges. He acknowledges the concerns of housing prices, expensive groceries, and international conflicts impacting Canadians, but emphasizes the need to balance awareness of these challenges with an optimistic outlook for Canada's future.
Dealing with Divisive Issues
The Prime Minister discusses the complexity and divisiveness surrounding issues like the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on Canadian communities. He stresses the importance of fostering dialogue and understanding between different religious and ethnic groups to maintain an open and safe society that values diversity and human rights.
Immigration and Building Consensus
The Prime Minister recognizes the importance of protecting the consensus on immigration in Canada, as other countries move away from welcoming immigrants. He acknowledges challenges related to temporary residents, such as international students and temporary workers, and highlights the government's measures to ensure proper accreditation and housing provisions. The goal is to protect the positive economic and social contributions of immigration while addressing specific challenges.
Challenges of Political Polarization
The Prime Minister acknowledges the polarization and difficulty in finding common ground in today's political climate. He emphasizes the need for politicians to facilitate conversations, bridge divides, and truly listen to one another and the constituents they serve. He recognizes the declining trust in journalism, the rise of alternative news sources, and the importance of rational and respectful discourse to address the erosion of trust in democratic institutions.
Public opinion polls suggest Canadians have had enough of Justin Trudeau’s government, and yet the prime minister vows to stay on. As 2024 began, Toronto Star columnist Susan Delacourt sat down with the prime minister for her yearly chat, and she allowed our microphones to listen in.
This conversation was recorded on Jan. 12 in Guelph, Ont.
In this episode: Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau and Toronto Star National Columnist Susan Delacourt
Some of the clips this week were sourced from the CBC, ABC, CTV, CPAC, and The Guardian.
This episode of “It’s Political” was packaged by Althia Raj and mixed by Kevin Sexton. Our theme music is by Isaac Joel.
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