Malcolm: Liberals broke our immigration system. We need Conservatives to fix it.

2026/02/26 Leave a comment

Gives a sense of where the more extreme wing of Conservatives are. Some more realistic than others but overall, more a laundry list than serious, practical or politically viable. Malcolm, who did briefly work under Jason Kenney as a communications adviser, lacks the sophistication and nuance of her former boss:

Cutting off extended benefits for illegal immigrants is obvious, low-hanging fruit – so much so that the Conservatives shouldn’t waste political capital on it. They’re going to get called “racist” by elites and Liberals no matter what, so why not propose something meaningful?

Here are some ideas:

  • End all temporary foreign work programs
  • Deport all illegal immigrants
  • Fast-track asylum hearings, or possibly send asylum claimants to a third party location while they await hearings (like Australia does with Nauru)
  • Require visas from countries that abuse our asylum system. Automatically reject asylum claims from students whose visas are expiring
  • Limit student visas to 5% of any college or university’s student body
  • Reduce or pause economic immigration streams until GDP per capita grows by a certain per cent per year
  • Bring back in-person interviews for all immigrants
  • Crack down on immigration fraud and strip citizenship from those who committed fraud to become a citizen, show allegiance to a foreign terrorist group, or are convicted of a violent crime or gun crime
  • Reserve social benefits for citizens, require visa-holders (including PRs) to buy health insurance
  • Fortify Canadian citizenship: Adopt the Swiss model and require newcomers to spend 10 years living in Canada, pass a grade 12 equivalent English/French course, show sincere knowledge of Canadian customs and history, show financial stability (no social assistance use or major debts) and require references from Canadians citizens
  • Most importantly for Conservatives: whatever you do, DON’T listen to people like Andrew Coyne!

It was the Liberals who broke our immigration system and destroyed the consensus. A majority of Canadians now oppose mass immigration. A majority say numbers are too high and must be lowered

Canadians rely on Conservatives to clean up the mess made by Liberals, and right now Conservatives have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to address very real problems and propose a strong and secure system for our future. It needs to be based in self-respect and a revitalized national pride. This is one area where Conservatives can meaningfully differentiate themselves from Liberals. They must confidently and unapologetically propose real changes.

Source: Malcolm: Liberals broke our immigration system. We need Conservatives to fix it.

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Smith, Poilievre praise independent media at Juno News’ Stampede event

2025/07/08 Leave a comment

Interesting that Poilievre continues to believe he needs outlets like Juno and not just the more mainstream right-leaning Postmedia publications. Maybe independent financially but not in terms of its articles and slants:

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith praised the rapid growth of independent media at Juno News’ opening reception for the Calgary Stampede on Friday.

Juno News co-founder Keean Bexte delivered brief opening remarks at the reception.

Bexte thanked the crowd for attending the gathering and opened his remarks by celebrating Juno News’ rapid growth, becoming Canada’s most popular independent media platform in a span of four and a half months.

“We sent an invitation to all the leaders of the federal parties. We are so honoured to have Pierre Poilievre, the leader of Canada’s official opposition, and Premier Danielle Smith today,” who were the only two leaders willing to engage at the event.

Pierre Poilievre joked that the CBC event conflicted with the Juno News Stampede opener and told supporters that he “lost his CBC invitation in the mail somewhere.”

He praised Juno News’ fast growth, saying that it is “faster growing” than the CBC and “does it without any tax dollars.”

He described the platform as a “risk that is paying off because frankly, people want to have an independent voice, not what the government wants them to think.”

Poilievre praised Smith’s leadership and reaffirmed their shared defence of “freedom and common sense.”

“I’m joined by the wonderful premier of Alberta, who’s fighting for freedom and common sense, the great Danielle Smith,” Poilievre said to applause.

During her remarks, Smith expressed her optimism for the future of federal politics.

“With Pierre back in the House of Commons we are going to get some action, looking forward to seeing Pierre back in there very, very soon.”

Smith also complimented Juno News’ independence and growth: “When I was in mainstream media I always used to say if there is something interesting in independent media but until I see it in mainstream media, I can’t trust it’s true. Now it’s the reverse; now it’s when I see something in mainstream media I don’t trust it’s true until I read it in independent media like Juno News.”

She further expanded on her view of the changing media landscape: “I think that shows how much independent media is responding to the needs of the public and giving a voice to those of us in the Conservative movement, who find ourselves shut out by the mainstream media.”

Smith closed her remarks by welcoming festivalgoers to the 10-day celebration.

“Have a fantastic Stampede,” said Smith.

“Make sure you pace yourself,” she said, “because you’ve got 10 days to go, and then you’ll understand how we party. If you’re not from here, you will understand how we party better than anyone in the country, so enjoy.”

The Stampede is often a political pilgrimage for federal and provincial leaders across the country, but this year’s edition takes place as Poilievre relocates to an Alberta riding, and while Smith’s United Conservative Party holds firm control of Alberta.

The reception on Friday was warm and upbeat, with crowds gathered for pancakes, parades, and selfies with Canadian politicians, including Prime Minister Mark Carney, who received a cold reception from a crowd of thousands.

Smith and Poilievre are expected to appear at additional events throughout Stampede weekend.

Source: Smith, Poilievre praise independent media at Juno News’ Stampede event

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