Jonathan Kalles

Elias Makos speaks with Jonathan Kalles, a VP at McMillan Vantage and former advisor to Justin Trudeau, and Dimitri Soudas, former communications director for Stephen Harper. They dive into the dynamic Canadian election landscape, discussing the surge in Liberal support, particularly in Ontario, and the strategic tax cuts that candidates are promising. The impact of tariffs on the economy and voter behavior is also examined, alongside a look at Mark Carney’s unique election strategy in Nepean. It’s a lively discussion on the stakes and uncertainties of the upcoming vote!

Jonathan Kalles, Vice-President at McMillan Vantage and former advisor to Prime Minister Trudeau, joins Dan Delmar, co-founder of TNKR Media and media commentator. They discuss Mark Miller's controversial cabinet return and the implications for Quebec's political landscape. The grounding of the RCMP's Chinese drones raises critical concerns about national security and manufacturing dependencies. They also tackle the latest bad headlines for the Quebec Liberals and explore New York's pioneering law on personalized pricing, highlighting transparency and consumer rights.

Jonathan Kalles, Vice President at McMillan Vantage and former advisor to Justin Trudeau, joins Alain Vaillancourt, former Montreal city councillor, for a lively discussion. They dive into Soraya Martinez Ferrada's inaugural challenges as Montreal's mayor, tackling issues like homelessness and transit. The panel also analyzes the recent STM strike and the promising yet shaky launch of the REM transit system. Additionally, they address Quebec's controversial decision to threaten social assistance cuts for asylum seekers, exploring the political implications.

In this discussion, Jonathan Kalles, a former advisor to Prime Minister Trudeau and now Vice President at McMillan Vantage, teams up with Jimmy Zoubris, Special Advisor to the Mayor of Montreal. They dive into the ongoing strike by Air Canada flight attendants, examining labor rights and public sentiment. The conversation also touches on the resumption of SAAQclic hearings, exposing accountability issues within the Quebec government. Plus, they reflect on the implications of a law allowing restaurants to charge for no-shows amid concerns over customer loyalty.

Raphaël Melançon, political analyst and founder of Trafalgar Strategies, joins Jonathan Kalles, former advisor to Prime Minister Trudeau. They discuss Canada's upcoming recognition of Palestine and the conditions tied to it. The conversation dives into the political implications for both international relations and domestic politics, especially regarding trade with the U.S. The podcast also examines the constitutional court ruling on Ontario's controversial bike lane removal plan, shedding light on the intersection of provincial authority and public interests.