Elias Makos is joined by Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and social issues and Manager of the GemStar Circle of Excellence Scholarship Program and Justine McIntyre, strategic consultant and former city councillor on The Big 5.
Donald Trump has paused tariffs on Canadian imports for 30 days after Justin Trudeau pledged $1.3 billion to strengthen northern border security, appoint a "Fentanyl Czar," and deploy 10,000 personnel.
During yesterday's tariff chaos one of the suggestions brought up by many was the push to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers.
Montreal’s REM system was shut down for over three hours yesterday and this morning.

Elias Makos is joined by Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and social issues and Manager of the GemStar Circle of Excellence Scholarship Program and Justine McIntyre, strategic consultant and former city councillor on The Big 5.
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<li>Donald Trump has paused tariffs on Canadian imports for 30 days after Justin Trudeau pledged $1.3 billion to strengthen northern border security, appoint a "Fentanyl Czar," and deploy 10,000 personnel.</li>
<li>During yesterday's tariff chaos one of the suggestions brought up by many was the push to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers.</li>
<li>Montreal&rsquo;s REM system was shut down for over three hours yesterday and this morning.</li>
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The Big Five is the quintessential Montreal podcast, and the best way to get caught up on the top stories impacting the city. Every weekday, host Elias Makos and a roster of Montreal thought leaders debate and inform.

The Big Five is the quintessential Montreal podcast, and the best way to get caught up on the top stories impacting the city. Every weekday, host Elias Makos and a roster of Montreal thought leaders debate and inform.

The Big Five Podcast

The Big Five is the quintessential Montreal podcast, and the best way to get caught up on the top stories impacting the city. Every weekday, host Elias Makos and a roster of Montreal thought leaders debate and inform.