Avi Lewis

Avi Lewis, Canadian journalist-turned-politician who champions democratic socialism, lays out bold plans and policy priorities. He discusses wealth taxes and funding social programs. He pushes a no-new-fossil-fuels stance tied to a just transition. He critiques military spending and maps strategies to rebuild national political support.

Avi Lewis, filmmaker and activist newly elected NDP leader, outlines public options, housing expansion, and limits on fossil fuel growth. Brad Levine, former NDP national campaign director, analyzes party unity and strategy. Gregor Robertson, federal housing and infrastructure minister, discusses funding and development-charge reforms. Stephen Lecce, Ontario energy minister, covers critical minerals, U.S. advocacy, and continental energy messaging.

Avi Lewis, newly elected leader of the federal NDP and progressive campaigner, discusses the party’s steep rebuilding task. He talks about why the NDP lost support, cooperation with Liberals, reclaiming working-class voters, and his stance on new oil and gas production with a focus on just transition for workers.

Micael Johansson, Saab CEO, talks Gripen fighters, surveillance planes and possible Canadian manufacturing. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Ontario finance minister, addresses the provincial budget, rising deficit and fiscal choices. Avi Lewis, journalist-turned-politician, celebrates his NDP leadership win and urges unity. Nick Nanos, veteran pollster, provides polling context. Rachel Aiello reports live from Winnipeg with convention updates.

Avi Lewis, filmmaker and activist running for federal NDP leadership, speaks about his campaign momentum and fundraising. He defends principled critiques amid party tensions. He discusses opposing new fossil-fuel development while addressing worker transitions. He outlines plans for rebuilding the party and timing a return to Parliament.