US Invasion of Canada Novel Explores Resistance and Propaganda
October 20, 2026 | Canada, USA
Novelist Robert C. Hill joins Markham Hislop to discuss Invasion and its portrayal of Canadian resistance, propaganda and leadership under pressure.
Novelist Robert C. Hill joins Markham Hislop to discuss Invasion and its portrayal of Canadian resistance, propaganda and leadership under pressure.
Alberta’s pro-Canada majority defeated the push toward a separation referendum. Duane Bratt says the next struggle will unfold inside the UCP.
Electrical engineer Scott Janzen connects unnecessary commuting with the need for smarter electricity planning. He argues that avoiding demand and using flexible grid technologies deserve closer attention before governments commit to costly construction.
Vass Bednar argues that Canada needs clearer rules to direct public funding toward domestic firms, retain corporate control and build stronger digital alternatives.
Ontario and Quebec lost manufacturing output and jobs while Alberta’s oil production and royalties grew. Markham Hislop argues that Canada’s economic debate must reckon with those contrasting fortunes.
Four soldiers killed in the CFB Wainwright fire have been identified. Alberta confirms 39 injured, including 19 in critical condition, as investigators examine the cause.
American scholars identify kleptocracy, ungoverning and unchecked executive power as a framework for understanding Donald Trump’s administration before the 2026 midterms.
Ukraine’s massive drone attack ignited fires at Russian oil terminals in St. Petersburg, intensifying the energy war and a dispute with Donald Trump.
A deadly fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta has killed and injured military personnel. High winds drove flames beyond the training area as investigators seek the cause.
Tesla’s redesigned Roadster takes flight in a dramatic demonstration, but production is targeted for 2028 and its Rocket version is barred from public roads.
Middle Eastern crude exports are recovering, but record tanker freight costs, refinery losses and diesel shortages are keeping global fuel markets under pressure.
Charlie Angus argues Canada must connect resource development to domestic processing, manufacturing, worker housing and affordable clean technology to build lasting economic sovereignty.
Ottawa is committing $100 million to advance Nova Scotia offshore wind development. Jorden Dye explains how shared data can reduce early costs and what Wind West still needs to secure customers, financing and local benefits.
Economist Jim Stanford says Canada must diversify what it produces as well as where it sells it. Manufacturing job losses, weaker equipment investment and resource dependence expose the limits of a strategy centred on more commodity exports.
Senator Paula Simons tells Energi Media that Alberta’s referendum campaign threatens the workers, entrepreneurs and researchers the province needs, while the other nine questions risk creating fresh constitutional grievances.