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The Political Orphans

The Political Orphans

By: Nico Lagan
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The Political Orphans Every party has failed Canada. The left vs right divide has become an illusion of choice that prevents people from understanding the real problems we are facing. This is Canada’s independent live political debate show — hosted by Nico Lagan. 🔴 LIVE Sunday–Thursday | 7PM–8PM EST We identify real problems, explain the facts clearly, and bring future leaders together to build and implement solutions.Nico Lagan Politics & Government
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  • Mark Carney's AI Plan Is Here And Canadians Should Be Worried... Here's Why!
    Jun 5 2026

    Mark Carney's AI Plan Is Here And Canadians Should Be Worried... Here's Why!


    Today, Carney unveiled Canada's new national AI strategy: AI For All.


    According to the government, the plan will protect Canadians, strengthen online safety, build sovereign AI infrastructure, create AI partnerships around the world, and accelerate AI adoption across the economy.


    Sounds great, right?


    But what exactly are "AI safety capabilities"?


    Why is the government talking about new online safety laws?


    Why are they building sovereign AI infrastructure and expanding the Canadian AI Safety Institute?


    And why has Canada already signed AI partnerships with 12 countries that have some of the world's most aggressive lawful access and online speech laws?


    Tonight, Jason Lavigne and I break down Carney's AI strategy, the questions Canadians should be asking, and the hidden implications that almost nobody in the media is discussing.


    The future of AI in Canada is being built right now.


    The question is: what kind of country are we building?


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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • If You Thought Bill C-9 Was Bad... Think Again! It Just Got A Lot Worse
    Jun 4 2026

    If You Thought Bill C-9 Was Bad... Think Again! It Just Got A Lot Worse


    Bill C-9 was already one of the most concerning pieces of legislation in Canada.


    Now senators have amended it.


    Under the new changes, "residential school denialism" could become a criminal offence punishable by up to two years in prison.


    But what exactly is denialism?


    Who decides what qualifies as "downplaying" history?


    Who decides what constitutes "misrepresenting facts"?


    And why are politicians rushing to create new protections for some groups while remaining largely silent as more than 100 churches have been vandalized or destroyed across Canada?


    Tonight on The Political Orphans, we break down the latest amendments to Bill C-9, what they mean for free speech, how they could impact public debate, and why many Canadians are becoming increasingly concerned about the direction of the country.


    The question is no longer whether Bill C-9 is dangerous.


    The question is: how much further are they willing to go?

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    1 hr
  • Police Showed Up At A Retired Military Judge's Door For Online Speech | Bill C-9 Is Already Here
    Jun 3 2026

    A retired military judge and combat veteran received a visit from 2 Toronto police officers at his home last week for things he allegedly said online.


    He recorded the entire interaction.


    The charges? Harassing communications and 2 counts of failing to comply with probation.


    The problem? The officers told him there were grounds to arrest him but refused to tell him what those grounds were — this seems like a direct violation of Section 10(a) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms which requires police to inform you of the reasons for your arrest without delay.


    This is not a random citizen. This is a combat veteran and retired military judge who understands exactly what is happening and why it matters.


    Because this is not an isolated incident. Canadians are receiving police visits for social media posts.

    Bill C-9 just had a residential school denialism amendment added that carries up to 2 years in prison. In the UK 13,000 people a year are arrested for online speech.


    This is what Canada looks like when you let governments decide what you are allowed to say.


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    56 mins
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