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Bill Curry

Deputy Ottawa bureau chief at The Globe and Mail, providing reporting and analysis on federal politics and public-sector policy, and featured as the episode's expert on the government's spending-cut plans.

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Mar 25, 2026 • 22min

How sweeping cuts could impact Canada’s public sector

Bill Curry, deputy Ottawa bureau chief at The Globe and Mail, breaks down the federal plan to find $60 billion in savings. He walks through expected job cuts, which departments and programs may be hit, and how buyouts and reporting practices shape the rollout. He also highlights specific impacts on institutions like Library and Archives and on public transit funding.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 31min

Key takeaways from the Carney government’s first budget

In this insightful discussion, Stephanie Levitz, a Senior reporter for The Globe and Mail, breaks down Carney's budget focus on infrastructure and private sector investments. Bill Curry, Deputy bureau chief, highlights a bold $60 billion savings plan and significant public service job cuts—40,000 jobs, to be precise. Meanwhile, columnist Campbell Clark dives into the controversial immigration levels plan, revealing cuts to temporary resident admissions and foreign students. Together, they dissect the implications of this budget on everyday Canadians.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 23min

What you need to know as Parliament resumes

Bill Curry, Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief at The Globe and Mail and seasoned political reporter, provides sharp parliamentary analysis. He previews key legislation to watch and explains minority-seat math and by-election risks. He discusses provincial referendum talk in Alberta and Quebec and outlines the stakes in USMCA renewal and Canada–US trade tensions.
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Sep 10, 2025 • 23min

Pipelines, ports and rail: What’s Carney building first?

Bill Curry, Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief at The Globe and Mail, unpacks the Canadian government's ambitious 32-project list under the Building Canada Act. They discuss key initiatives like a nearly finished Montreal port and a controversial pipeline, shedding light on how these reflect Prime Minister Carney's priorities. The conversation dives into trade tensions driving new pipeline proposals and the complexities of Indigenous rights in relation to resource development. Curry's insights reveal the intricate dance of politics, economy, and environmental concerns in shaping Canada's infrastructure future.
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Jan 8, 2025 • 22min

Trudeau prorogued parliament: Here’s what it means and what’s next

Bill Curry, Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail, delves into Justin Trudeau's unexpected decision to prorogue Parliament. He discusses the implications for pending legislation, including major changes to the capital gains tax. Curry analyzes the Liberal leadership race and the looming possibility of a spring election, highlighting the key role of the NDP's opposition. The conversation also touches on the impact of the Trump administration on Canadian politics and the historical context of prorogation strategies in minority governments.

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