This show, we start off by discussing the court action against the Prime Minister's decision to prorogue Parliament - filed the day after the PM's press conference. Then, John highlights a story out of British Columbia, where some are calling for an investigation of potential voting fraud in the last provincial election. The allegations concern a riding where the difference between winning and losing was just 22 votes. John gives his five rules for free and fair elections.
Justice Centre, Jan 7, 2025: Canadians challenge Prime Minister’s decision to prorogue Parliament: “no reasonable justification”
Justice Centre, Jan 18, 2025: Federal Court grants urgent hearing in case against decision to prorogue Parliament
Justice Centre YouTube Playlist: The case against proroguing Parliament
National Post, Jan 7, 2025: Two men file unprecedented legal challenge against Trudeau's request for prorogation
CBC, Jan 9, 2025: Trudeau's move to suspend Parliament faces a legal challenge. Don't hold your breath for a win, experts say
Conservative MP Michelle Ferreri with Christopher Dummitt on Facebook: What did the Governor General do wrong?
Canadian Press via Halifax City News, Jan 9, 2025: CRTC to hold hearing on impact of global streamers on Canadian broadcasting
Western Standard, Jan 13, 2025: BC Conservatives call for RCMP investigation into 'voting irregularities' in Surrey-Guildford
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