Bill's Beat: Should Canada expel US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra?
Summary
Bill Thielman joins the show to discuss the looming 50% U.S. tariffs, noting that BC businesses cannot survive the hit and that Canada must diversify its economy long-term. The segment also covers the petition to expel U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra and rising concerns over e-scooter safety in Burnaby. Listeners then debate Mark Carney’s handling of trade talks, Pierre Poilievre’s polling struggles, and the necessity of a united Canadian front against Trump’s policies.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest welcome
Status of Canada-US trade deal and tariff threats
Deadline extensions and economic diversification
Petition to expel US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra
E-scooter safety and enforcement in Burnaby
Listener calls: Political leadership and Pierre Poilievre
Resurrecting political brands and Trump's comeback
Economic integration and trade dependency on US
Media treatment of Mark Carney and food security
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