Building Left Podcast

Find out how Peter and former MP Matthew Green have worked with members across the country to put forward 25 resolutions for the federal NDP Convention coming up in Winnipeg at the end of March--resolutions aimed at democratizing the Party structure and revitalizing its policy commitments!

New episode with longtime British Columbia NDP MP Peter Julian! Listen to the full episode on Podbean or wherever you get your podcasts:

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For more on NDP Renewal: www.ndprenewal.ca

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🗣️Take a listen as Jess offers practical advice about campaign preparations and asks candid questions about where organizing efforts are best placed in today's political landscape. @comradefrederick.bsky.social @kalleelins.bsky.social #NDP #cdnpoli

🎙️Take a deep dive into what, and who, makes election campaigns happen: In this episode, we explore the oft uncelebrated role of NDP regional organizer through the experiences of Jess Wittman, who worked on many campaigns in the 2025 federal election.
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We look at gaps in fundraising and grassroots support, the party’s relationship with organized labour, and the challenge of clarifying the NDP’s political identity heading into the 2026 leadership contest.
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💥NEW EP: NDP Review & Renewal Report
Join us as we unpack Emilie Taman's post‑election review of the federal NDP, tracing how the party's pre‑campaign decisions, campaign messaging, systemic issues & the political landscape all shaped the 2025 result.
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Also worth celebrating is the collab between Tony's campaign and Tanille Johnston's campaign, especially in their fundraising efforts to ensure they both stay in the leadership race. For more info and to donate to Tony's campaign before midnight Dec 30: tonymcquailgreenprogressive.ca/donate

Check out our interview with Tony in the latest episode of the Building Left Podcast: www.podbean.com/ew/pb-53szi-...

🤝Cooperation over competition: NDP Leadership Candidate Tony McQuail reflects on the overlap between NDP values and rural values. #NDP #CDNpoli

Tony is an organic farmer, educator and lifelong advocate for a fairer and more sustainable Canada. Now in his 70s, he is calling for a "Green Progressive Movement" to address the root causes of inequality and environmental collapse.

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Candidate Spotlight: Tony McQuail calls for greater representation, regeneration, and redistribution in politics; the urgency he feels about electoral reform; and how we can work together across party lines to advance fairer policies for all.

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What did you think of the debate? Let us know your thoughts!

Join us as we highlight key moments from Avi, Tanille, Tony, Rob and Heather, and touch on recurring themes throughout the evening, including the party's future in Quebec, reconnecting with labour, and climate action. #NDP #cdnpoli @comradefrederick.bsky.social @kalleelins.bsky.social

New episode! Join Kallee & Jaime as they break down the last Thursday's #NDP leadership debate in Montreal. Despite policy discussion feeling thin, the event provided a strong snapshot into candidates' personalities and priorities.
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Thanks to the organizers and to the candidates for making an effort to speak French. Not sure there was a clear winner but it's interesting to see each of the candidates' true character shining through. #NDP @buildingleft.bsky.social

Closing remarks highlighting the need for a government that works for the people and nurtures solidarity. #ndp

Another pointed question: Can one of these five people become the next Prime Minister of Canada? @buildingleft.bsky.social #NDP

"The Labour Code is not written for labourers, for workers!" --Rob Ashton #NDP

Here are the answers, who are the candidates: Liquidation/ Dairy Queen/ Sold cars in the street/ Swimming instructor/ Arborist. Who's who at the Zoo? #NDP @buildingleft.bsky.social

Candidates closing with the core values of the NDP: love, anti-racism, anti-hate, anti-fascism, anti-capitalism, connection to our roots, and how to build a just sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. #NDP @buildingleft.bsky.social

"Sellout of the century" - Avi calling the pipeline MOU a "distraction" that's really about creating dirty electricity that feeds AI. He alluded to this distraction idea earlier in the debate. #ndp

Tanille empowering the grassroots: "You are our party... We are just the conduits who bring ideas forward. The people need to see and hear themselves in this party" #ndp

Rob and Tanille applauding the NDP provincial governments for pushing back on hate showing we can respect each other while governing. Tanille talks about BC pushing back on pipeline threats and anti-trans legislation attempts.

@buildingleft.bsky.social "Pierre Poilievre cosplays as a worker" -- Rob Ashton's nailing descriptors for the other party leaders! #NDP

Learnings from the provinces... Tony says policies are enduring when they're crafted with the people they serve. Avi lauding Wab Kinew for running on principled stances even when they're not popular. Heather highlighting Rachel Notley's work to cut child poverty in half.

Tony calls for stronger support for riding associations. Tanille points to the successes of student organizing. Avi calls this a false dichotomy. Heather says we're stronger working with provincial counterparts (calls her riding the "strongest seat" in the NDP).

Big props to Tony McQuail for foregrounding pro rep again. Second time in this debate and given the move today for BC to have a Citizen's Assembly on Electoral Reform the NDP needs to keep this front and centre. #NDP

Another pointed question for dippers: party of power or conscience of parliament? #ndp

Rob urges changes to amend the Canadian Labour Code to better protect workers safety. Going to work shouldn't feel like "walking into a casino." #ndp

"Pierre Poilievre cosplays as a worker" -- Rob Ashton's nailing descriptors for the other party leaders! #NDP