# Ontario on The No Agenda Show

Ontario comes up in 124 chapters across 115 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2009 to August 2026.

- **Chapters:** 124
- **Episodes:** 115
- **Discussed:** July 2009 – August 2026
- **Related topics:** [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Doug Ford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doug-ford.md), [Meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [Peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [Toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 124

### Canada Trade War, Ontario Electricity Exports

- **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-27
- **Time:** 51:30–57:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/canada-trade-war-ontario-electricity-exports.md

Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatened to curtail electricity exports to the U.S. in retaliation for new American tariffs. The discussion explores the potential impact on the supply of potash for fertilizer and the broader "Team Canada" approach to the escalating trade dispute.

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### Aluminum Shortage, Lake Ontario Renaming Proposal

- **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-27
- **Time:** 1:01:40–1:05:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/aluminum-shortage-lake-ontario-renaming-proposal.md

While the U.S. relies on Canadian aluminum, President Trump has proposed 50% tariffs on Canadian steel and autos. As a "troll" move during the trade feud, Trump suggested renaming Lake Ontario to "Lake America," prompting a dismissive response from Canadian officials.

Keywords: [aluminum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aluminum.md), lake ontario, lake america, [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), furniture industry

### Canadian and Delaware Meetups, The Vinegar Book

- **Episode:** [1893: En Banc](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-09
- **Time:** 3:02:31–3:04:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc/chapter/canadian-and-delaware-meetups-the-vinegar-book.md

A small meetup in Hamilton, Ontario, sparked a question about the status of Dvorak's "Vinegar Book." The hosts clarify that it was more of a pamphlet and may be rolled into a future Dvorak family cookbook. Another report from Wilmington, Delaware, featured long-time listeners sharing their grief and appreciation for the show.

Keywords: hamilton ontario, wilmington delaware, [vinegar book](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinegar-book.md), dwight the knight, mooncache

### Blue-Collar Video Content and Tax Write-Offs

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 4:22:07–4:25:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/blue-collar-video-content-and-tax-write-offs.md

Sir Dalton Fisher, a 29-year-old producer, credits John C. Dvorak with shaping his perspective on technology and business. He promotes his business, Fisher Multimedia, for blue-collar video content needs. The segment also mentions Craig Clifford of Uxbridge, Ontario, and the "trail capital of Canada."

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### Canadian Protests, Anti-AI Data Center Movement

- **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-02
- **Time:** 1:08:29–1:10:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/canadian-protests-anti-ai-data-center-movement.md

Protests have erupted across Canada, including in Saskatchewan and British Columbia, against the construction of large-scale data centers. Citizens are concerned about the heavy demands these facilities place on land, water, and electricity. The Canadian federal government defended the projects as necessary for "digital sovereignty" and independence from U.S. data storage.

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### NDP Convention, Gender Equity Cards

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 47:16–50:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/ndp-convention-gender-equity-cards.md

The New Democratic Party (NDP) convention in Canada featured a controversial "equity card" system designed to prioritize speakers based on their level of perceived privilege. Delegates used yellow and red cards to move ahead in the speaking line, leading to internal disputes over the "speaking order" and the value of identity-based participation. One delegate expressed frustration that her "gender equity card" was ignored by the moderator.

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### Global Producer Donations, Birthday Recognitions

- **Episode:** [1854: Rackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-26
- **Time:** 2:16:05–2:19:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout/chapter/global-producer-donations-birthday-recognitions.md

Donations from producers in Oregon, Ontario, and Australia are acknowledged, with several birthday shout-outs for family members of the "No Agenda" community. Contributors at the $50 level and above are thanked for their support, which sustains the show's "Value for Value" model. The segment reinforces the global reach of the podcast, with listeners checking in from various continents to support the hosts.

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### International Donor Roll, Baroness of Gers

- **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-12
- **Time:** 2:09:26–2:14:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/international-donor-roll-baroness-of-gers.md

Donations arrive from international listeners in the Netherlands, Canada, and France. Dame Isabel Pearson requests a title upgrade to "Baroness of Gers" in Southwest France, where she uses Mimi's "Too Many Eggs" cookbook in her farm-to-table kitchen.

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### Rod Phillips St. Barts Scandal, Lockdown Hypocrisy

- **Episode:** [1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-25
- **Time:** 1:24:17–1:27:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025/chapter/rod-phillips-st-barts-scandal-lockdown-hypocrisy.md

Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips is caught vacationing in St. Barts while his government instructed citizens to stay home and cancel Christmas plans. Phillips had posted pre-recorded videos of himself by a fireplace in Ontario to maintain the illusion of compliance. The hosts highlight this as a prime example of political hypocrisy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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### Ontario Measles Outbreak, Hospital Exposure Warnings

- **Episode:** [1755: Rat Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1755-rat-poop.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-13
- **Time:** 2:52:11–2:54:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1755-rat-poop/chapter/ontario-measles-outbreak-hospital-exposure-warnings.md

A significant measles outbreak in Ontario, Canada, has resulted in 34 hospitalizations and hundreds of confirmed cases. Public health officials in St. Thomas are urging vaccination as exposures are reported within hospital settings. The segment notes the irony of people potentially contracting the virus while visiting medical facilities for other reasons.

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### Doug Ford, Ontario and the AMCAN Fortress Proposal

- **Episode:** [1752: Pell-Mell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-03
- **Time:** 31:50–38:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell/chapter/doug-ford-ontario-and-the-amcan-fortress-proposal.md

Ontario Premier Doug Ford shifted from a confrontational stance to a collaborative one, proposing an "AMCAN Fortress" between the U.S. and Canada. Ford emphasized the deep integration of the North American auto sector, where parts cross the border multiple times before final assembly. He expressed optimism that Canada would remain exempt from the harshest tariffs, offering natural resources and electricity to maintain a strong bilateral relationship.

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### Alberta Prosperity Project Advocates for Independence from Ottawa

- **Episode:** [1748: Brain Rot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1748-brain-rot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-20
- **Time:** 1:28:59–1:31:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1748-brain-rot/chapter/alberta-prosperity-project-advocates-for-independence-from-ottawa.md

The Alberta Prosperity Project, an organization with over 60,000 members, is advocating for Alberta's independence from the Canadian federal government. Proponents argue that the current federalist structure treats Alberta as a "colony" of Ontario and Quebec, despite Alberta providing much of the country's energy wealth. The group is reportedly considering sending a delegation to Washington to discuss the province's unique economic position under the new Trump administration.

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### Governor Kathy Hochul Sounds Alarm on New York Measles Outbreak

- **Episode:** [1748: Brain Rot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1748-brain-rot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-20
- **Time:** 2:58:17–3:00:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1748-brain-rot/chapter/governor-kathy-hochul-sounds-alarm-on-new-york-measles-outbreak.md

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles following outbreaks in 13 states and neighboring Ontario, Canada. Hochul claimed that vaccines have saved 60 million lives over the last 20 years and expressed concern over "vaccine hesitancy" and "disinformation." The state has launched a new web portal to provide information on the MMR vaccine, as current vaccination rates in New York are approximately 81%.

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### Doug Ford, Ontario Electricity Tariffs, Canadian Trade Retaliation

- **Episode:** [1745: Old Crone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-09
- **Time:** 9:01–11:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone/chapter/doug-ford-ontario-electricity-tariffs-canadian-trade-retaliation.md

Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatened to impose a 25% tariff on electricity transmitted to Minnesota, Michigan, and New York in response to President Trump's trade threats. Ford also banned the sale of American-made spirits in Ontario liquor stores. The move follows a heated conversation with the US Commerce Secretary regarding the USMCA trade agreement.

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### Fox News, Ontario Tourism Ads, Rob Ford Crack Scandal

- **Episode:** [1745: Old Crone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-09
- **Time:** 11:57–14:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone/chapter/fox-news-ontario-tourism-ads-rob-ford-crack-scandal.md

An observation is made regarding a sudden influx of pro-Ontario advertisements appearing on Fox News. This leads to a retrospective on the Ford family, specifically mentioning the late Toronto Mayor Rob Ford and his 2013 admission to smoking crack cocaine during a "drunken stupor."

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### Auto Industry Tariff Reprieve, Howard Lutnick Negotiations

- **Episode:** [1744: EULA for Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1744-eula-for-ukraine.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-06
- **Time:** 1:26:32–1:31:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1744-eula-for-ukraine/chapter/auto-industry-tariff-reprieve-howard-lutnick-negotiations.md

President Trump granted U.S. automakers a one-month reprieve from 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, moving the deadline to April 2nd. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is reportedly leading aggressive negotiations with Canadian officials, including Ontario Premier Doug Ford. The administration's goal is to force companies to move production facilities back to the United States.

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### Producer Donations, Flower Mound, Canadian Birthdays

- **Episode:** [1734: MEGA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1734-mega.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-30
- **Time:** 3:01:57–3:10:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1734-mega/chapter/producer-donations-flower-mound-canadian-birthdays.md

A final list of producers who donated $50 or more is read, including contributors from Flower Mound, Texas, and Maple Grove, Minnesota. Birthday call-outs are provided for listeners in Canada and Australia. The hosts emphasize that these donations, regardless of the amount, are essential for maintaining the show's independence under the value-for-value model.

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### Doug Ford, Canada-US Trade War Threats

- **Episode:** [1721: Doc Doc Go](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1721-doc-doc-go.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-15
- **Time:** 1:00:37–1:03:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1721-doc-doc-go/chapter/doug-ford-canada-us-trade-war-threats.md

Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that Canada is prepared to fight back against potential U.S. tariffs by cutting off energy exports to Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin. This escalation follows Donald Trump's threats of trade restrictions, signaling a potential trade war between the two North American neighbors.

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### No Agenda Meetups and Holiday Parties

- **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-05
- **Time:** 2:53:07–2:59:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/no-agenda-meetups-and-holiday-parties.md

A wide array of No Agenda meetups are scheduled across North America and Europe, including events in Alabama, Florida, and Ontario. These gatherings provide a space for "knights and dames" to meet in person and discuss media deconstruction. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendameetups.com to find local events or organize their own holiday festivities.

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### Public Health Ontario, Leaked Zoom Call and Human Surveillance

- **Episode:** [1664: Friendshoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-30
- **Time:** 33:43–37:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring/chapter/public-health-ontario-leaked-zoom-call-and-human-surveillance.md

Leaked audio from a Public Health Ontario Zoom call reveals officials discussing "enhanced surveillance" protocols for humans in the event of a bird flu outbreak. Jessica Hopkins and other participants explored ways to monitor farm workers, including undocumented migrants, despite the "sensitivities" involved. The conversation indicates a high level of preparedness for implementing tracking systems similar to those used during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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