Assessing Trudeau’s Sudden Shift on Tariffs, Border Security & Economic Fallout

Date & Time
Monday, February 3rd
Live at 6 PM MT (8 PM ET)

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After initially announcing retaliatory tariffs against the United States, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has now done a complete 180°—agreeing to border security spending and the designation of cartels as terrorists. This sudden realignment with President Trump’s demands could avert a major trade war, but it’s igniting fierce debate at home. Join us for an unfiltered panel discussion with:

Co-Host

Marty Belanger @Martyupnorth_2
A 12th-generation Canadian and a Franco-Albertan applied scientist, Marty mentors young engineers and champions Alberta’s resource-based lifestyle. Known for questioning the effectiveness of political solutions, he offers a no-nonsense critique of government spending and “woke” programs.

Featured Guests

Cory Morgan @CoryBMorgan
Cory, a columnist and show host at @WSonlineNews, scrutinizes big government, from postal service inefficiencies to federal equalization policies. Expect his take on how Alberta and other provinces might fare under these new trade and security terms.

David Parker @DavidJPba
With a passion for Roman history and a critical eye on centralized power, David probes deeper issues of Canadian identity and government narratives. Learn why he believes Canada’s bureaucratic inertia could challenge any real progress on cross-border deals.

Clyde Do Something @ClydeDoSomethin
The auto technician turned YouTube personality, Clyde, advocates for freedom and transparency. Discover why he sees the clampdown on fentanyl as crucial—and what it means for everyday Canadians navigating a changing trade landscape.

Why You Should Watch

Real-Time Analysis
Trudeau’s abrupt reversal has significant implications for Canadian industries, from automotive to agriculture. Our guests break down the winners and losers.

Border Security & Drug Policy
Unpack how the new agreement—with $1.3B in security and 10,000 new agents—could reshape North American fentanyl flows and local economies.

Canada’s Next Steps
Will these measures heal or deepen political divides within Canada? Hear from voices who’ve long challenged conventional trade, government, and social policy narratives.