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Policy and Rights

Policy and Rights

Written by: Michael Clogs
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This a series of conversations around government policy and our rights. We are trying to report information to listeners about what is happening with government and communities

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  • conflict related sexual violence report to the UNSC

    conflict related sexual violence report to the UNSC
    Jul 14 2026
    This episode of Policy and Rights (Depictions Media Radio) covers five major segments: the WHO's projected doubling of global cancer cases by 2050, surgical mining as an environmentally accountable alternative, critical commentary on Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," the British Columbia lawsuit against OpenAI, and the Alberta pipeline agreement between Danielle Smith and Mark Carney.

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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • United Nations Security Council on children in armed conflict

    United Nations Security Council on children in armed conflict
    Jul 7 2026

    Recent developments have highlighted critical efforts in both international human rights advocacy and domestic infrastructure investment. On June 24, 2026, the United Nations Security Council received a significant update regarding children in armed conflict zones, while simultaneously, Canadian federal leaders announced substantial financial support to bolster the nation's northern mining and energy sectors. These two events reflect broader efforts to address global instability and strengthen economic resilience through targeted international advocacy and strategic regional investment.
    Vanessa Frazier, serving as the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, delivered her first major briefing to the Security Council, characterizing the latest report as an "indictment of inaction". The findings presented a concerning rise in grave child violations worldwide, noting that both state and non-state armed groups continue to disregard established humanitarian protections. Frazier strongly advocated for increased accountability from member states and emphasized the necessity of maintaining safe spaces for youth voices, an issue she highlighted after a youth civil society representative was barred from attending the briefing due to last-minute procedural objections.
    Concurrently, in Yellowknife, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, concluded the 2026 Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference with an announcement of $73 million in federal funding. This investment is directed toward 12 projects nationwide, with a primary focus on critical mineral development, transport infrastructure, and clean energy grids in Canada’s North. Notable initiatives include a $50 million investment for the NICO Project Access Road, a joint venture involving the Tłı̨chǫ Government and Fortune Minerals Limited, alongside additional funding for logistics hubs and traditional knowledge studies, all aimed at advancing Arctic sovereignty and strengthening Indigenous partnerships.
    Both the UN briefing and the Canadian infrastructure announcement illustrate how governance at different scales is actively addressing urgent and distinct priorities. Whether through advocating for the protection of children in conflict-affected regions or investing in the sustainable mineral supply chains necessary for future energy needs, these actions demonstrate a continued commitment to long-term stability and development. As these initiatives move forward, the focus remains on enforcing international accountability while simultaneously building the essential infrastructure required to secure economic opportunities for Indigenous communities and the nation at large

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • carney on Europe and Canada ties Recording 1

    carney on Europe and Canada ties Recording 1
    Jun 28 2026
    the UN Secretary General succession process featuring candidate Caroline Rodriguez Burgett, and Canadian housing and foreign policy under Prime Minister Mark Carney. The host frames both segments under a broader theme of human rights, pluralism, and inclusive governance. Announcements
    • UN Secretary General candidate: Caroline Rodriguez Burgett (b. 1973), Guyanese diplomat and permanent resident to the UN — noted as the highest-ranking Guyanese person of Indigenous descent in her country's governmental history. 1
    • Candidate focus areas: Plans to build and support UN infrastructure so member states can operate productively and human rights rise to the top of the UN agenda. 1
    • Canada housing investment: CAD $3.2 billion split between a federal community-building fund and BDC, deployed over the next decade. 2
    • Primary mechanism: Slash multi-unit housing development costs by up to 50% in priority communities — estimated savings of ~$40,000 per unit for home builders. 2
    • Context: A one-bedroom condo in British Columbia can exceed $300,000; goal is to pass savings to home buyers. 2
    • Policy intent: Unfreeze housing projects rendered financially impossible under high interest rate conditions. 2
    • Carney's foreign policy pitch (Dublin/Trinity College): Called on mid-level powers — Canada and EU nations — to combine economic, military, and demographic strength rather than competing for favor with global superpowers. 3
    • Key quote: "In a world of great power rivalry, middle powers have a choice to compete for favor or combine to create a third path with impact." 3
    • Framing: Carney described Canada as "the most European, non-European country", citing shared values of pluralism and human rights. 3


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    1 hr and 33 mins
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