Tim Hudak

Tim Hudak, former leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservatives, joins the discussion on whether taxing the wealthy can help reduce debt. He shares insights on how high taxes may deter investment. Meanwhile, Mike Von Massow, a food economics expert, highlights the rising costs of groceries due to factors like beef herd declines and supply chain issues. The conversation also touches on the increasing flu cases and how various experiences with the illness are impacting public health discussions.

Sabrina Nangie, a political reporter at Queen's Park Observer, joins Tim Hudak, former leader of the Progressive Conservative Party and economist, along with Daniel Tisch, CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. They dissect the political ramifications of ongoing trade tensions, especially between Canada and the U.S. The trio dives into how tariffs affect Ontario politics and industries like automotive, emphasizing the need for transparent dialogue in democracy. They also tackle the mixed impacts of free trade on local economies and the importance of strategic collaboration to manage these trade tensions.