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This Bill Kelly Livecast was recorded on October 22, 2026 hosted on our YouTube channel.
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CHAPTERS
05:17 Alberta separatism, foreign interference, and Danielle Smith
10:34 Alberta’s referendum questions and Canada–Turkey trade ties
15:27 Dragonfly, Trump, and Canadian defence procurement
20:16 Risks of relying on US defence infrastructure
25:24 Pierre Poilievre, Mark Carney, and Canada’s international relationships
30:42 Political debate, listening across differences, and immigration
35:36 Danielle Smith’s political future and Alberta’s UCP convention
40:18 The UCP’s roots, Canadian conservatism, and voter choices
45:06 Preston Manning, Conservative politics, and public services
50:00 British Columbia’s election and voting beyond frustration
55:27 Understanding candidates, voter responsibility, and participation
60:20 Possible Canada–U.S. trade discussions and closing
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