
Tim Powers
Chair of Summa Strategies and managing director of Abacus Data, providing conservative insights on Canadian politics.
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Apr 23, 2025 • 1h 8min
Day 32: The campaigns enter the endgame
Join Amanda Alvaro, a former Liberal strategist, and Brad Levine, ex-NDP Campaign Director, as they dive into the high-stakes final days of the federal election. They explore how party leaders are honing in on key battlegrounds, the shifting dynamics in regions like Quebec and British Columbia, and the urgent need for the NDP and Conservatives to engage voters. Also discussed are the electoral impacts of crime and homelessness in campaign messaging, alongside the crucial role of strategic communication in energizing supporters and nudging undecided voters.

Jan 7, 2025 • 31min
What's happening behind the scenes in Ottawa in the wake of the Trudeau resignation
Susan Smith, principal of Blue Sky Strategy Group, and Tim Powers, chair of Summa Strategies, unpack the intriguing shifts in Canadian politics following Trudeau's resignation. They discuss the urgent need for the Liberal Party to find a new leader amid uncertain public sentiment favoring Conservatives. The conversation dives into potential candidates, the implications of political instability for trade, and how the Liberals must reconnect with voters to prepare for the upcoming federal election. Expect insights from both liberal and conservative perspectives.

Jan 6, 2025 • 24min
Is Justin Trudeau about to resign?
Tim Powers, Chair of Summa Strategies and political commentator, dives deep into the swirling rumors about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's future. He discusses the growing unrest within the Liberal Party and the impact of leadership challenges amid resignation calls. Powers highlights Trudeau's delicate position as support dynamics shift and the Conservative Party eyes an election as a referendum on his leadership. The conversation also explores how social media tactics are evolving to engage younger voters dissatisfied with current politics.