Canadaland

Canada created a new pathway to permanent residency for a large number of Ukrainian refugees, as a group of asylum claimants from other countries were sleeping in the streets of Toronto. We discuss the political calculations involved in supporting displaced people. We also try to make sense of the ups and downs of the Bank of Canada.Host: Erica IfillCredits: Kevin Sexton (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Annette Ejiofor (Managing Editor)Guest: Nicholas Keung Further reading: ‘It’s about time’: Ottawa offers millions more in housing support to shelter refugees in Toronto - Toronto StarOttawa unveils pathway to permanent residency for Ukrainians who have fled to Canada - Canadian PressThe Bank of Canada is still pushing for 2% inflation: But why? And must so many suffer to get there? - Toronto Star. Sponsors: Mo’Mugi, Indochino, Article, BetterHelpIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early release