We asked a few TV personalities what the top issue facing Canadians was today. Check out what they said below.
Global National Anchor, Dawna Friesen encourages exploration into renewable energy
As a mother of a young son and the daughter of farmers, I think the environment is the biggest issue we face.
As I get older, I realize life is less about my needs and more about what we’re creating for future generations. I’m encouraged by anyone who is innovating and exploring renewable energy so our children can thrive in a way that’s clean and sustainable.”
Dawna Friesen, Global National Anchor & Executive Editor
Big Brother Canada Host, Arisa Cox shares her thoughts on Canadian aboriginal communities
Given the circus that’s happening to the south of us, it’s far too easy to sit back in smug satisfaction that we live in a superior country, with superior leaders. But as incredible as Canada is, the ‘third world’ also exists right here within our borders. We as a country have failed aboriginal communities that deserve the same education, health care, housing, clean drinking water, justice, opportunities and hope that we all do. Baby steps are happening, but it’s time to take a giant leap to address one of the most pressing and the most overlooked issues facing our country.
Jeff McArthur talks about Canada’s slowing economy and rising taxes
Without doubt, the biggest issues facing Canadians is a slowing economy and rising taxes. Government is facing quite a challenge. Is increased spending really the road to prosperity? Or will it lead to increased taxes on a smaller workforce as we continue to plunge further into debt?
Jeff McArthur, Host of The Morning Show and Host of Jeff McArthur on AM640
Troy Reeb speaks about too much noise, we’re all talking but nobody’s listening
The Internet and social media have opened public discourse to more people than ever. But the same tools that allow so many to speak up also permit them to filter out the voices who disagree. Democracy has been well served for generations by competing ideas being shared on editorial pages, in newscasts and in political debates. But these days, it’s too easy to live in a media echo chamber, ignoring “the other side” and choosing only those news and opinion sources that fit with your own beliefs. How can we possibly understand each other when many no longer even listen to what others have to say?
Troy Reeb, Senior Vice President of Global News
Andrea Dion covers issues from coast-to-coast
There are a few top issues facing Canadians right now. But, more specifically, I would say the drastic drop of the Canadian dollar has created some doom and gloom over the country. However, It really depends on where in Canada you live. I believe a number of people would argue that the biggest issue right now, and for the foreseeable future, is the price of oil plummeting in Alberta as it affects our economy as a whole. Whereas out East, the biggest concern for Maritimers would be the lack of jobs, which causes trained tradesman and their families to move away from the Atlantic Province – ultimately taking their skills elsewhere when they could be an asset back home.
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