Voice of the West

Danielle Smith is an Alberta politician who reached for the 'brass ring' as Alberta's Premier once before but, for reasons that must be clear to all Albertans in 2022, chose to merge, fold, call it what you will, join the fledgling Wildrose Party with the Conservatives under Premier Jim Prentice. She had her own reasons for that decision but those reasons MUST now be vocalized publicly once again as Danielle Smith seeks to become the next Leader of the United Conservative Party of Alberta. I believe Danielle deserves a second chance, as do all except in very specific circumstances. I also do NOT believe Danielle deserves a third chance if she once again chooses to abrogate her responsibilities to individuals who Respected her, Trusted her and Committed to her. United Conservative Party requires a Leader with the courage and conviction to stand up for the principles that will counteract the draconian policies and legislation from both the current federal Liberal Party and, indeed, policies from the United Conservative party itself under the questionable, self-serving interests of the current, but retiring, UPC Leader Jason Kenney. Alberta is a proud, successful province that has toiled under the burden of an unfair, inequitable and Easterncentric federal government that has never had the best interests of Albertans at heart going all the way back to 1905. Alberta needs a Leader with the strength, the determination and the FORTITUDE to enact Alberta policies and objectives that will ensure the future well-being of Albertans while, at the same time, employing Constitutional Rights ALREADY granted to break the unfair, unjust policies of the Federal Government. Alberta must achieve greater self-determination in the face of a federal government that is not, nor ever has been, a true friend to millions of Albertans who continue to subsidize other provinces through a horrific equalization formula. Does Danielle Smith deserve a second chance to become Alberta's Premier and a champion for Alberta Self-Determination and Sovereignty? Yes. But a qualified yes. She cannot be given a third chance if she changes course midstream. Those of us who were original Wildrose founding members still feel the sting of disappointment when Danielle abandoned the vision of Wildrose to join Jim Prentice's Conservatives. There is too much at stake to allow another Premier to subordinate Alberta interests as that Premier pursues personal ambitions contrary to the well-being of those who elected him/her. Get it right this time, Danielle. This must be your last opportunity to prove your mettle and your worth to the citizens of Alberta. Glen Walushka, Moderator and Host Voice of the West

Fences and barricades. Signs posted advising that speech will be monitored. Videos already released showing police thuggery as peaceful protesters are NOT allowed to exercise their constitutional right to Freedom of Assembly and Freedom of Speech. The question is simple? Why go to a city that does not want to celebrate our sovereignty and our humanity with other Canadians? This is the last place I would want to be. There are better option available to not only celebrate this July 1, 2022 but also to ensure that a corrupt, compromised autocratic government cannot ever again show the world this shameful theatre playing out in Ottawa already on June 30, 2022. Canadians. We are better than this. I choose to celebrate with others who cherish their freedom, their sovereignty and their patriotism. Why go to a place where there is no love for humanity when it can be found so readily elsewhere - even in your own backyard. Happy Canada Day to those who genuinely believe that Canada can ultimately be restored to a country of Respect, of Dignity, of Compassion, of Tolerance and of Constitutional Rule of Law.

While Canada, including BC, was still under mandatory lockdown orders, The Freedom Organization boldly (& constitutionally) organized a Canada Day Concert for July 1, 2021. The event was a spiritual catharsis for thousands of Canadians who had been denied the opportunity to gather together, to assemble, to lift their voices in song, to dance, to enjoy the special bond of humanity that music and fellowship brings. This was the first major musical festival in Canada since the Canadian government and provincial counterparts ordered draconian, unnecessary and ultimately unscientific restrictions on a Canadian population. As Canada Day 2022 approaches, with still too many authoritarian unconstitutional restrictions facing Canadians, this ten minute Part 1 of the special events that took place in Vanier Park, Vancouver, BC, reminds us of our humanity, our love for our brother and sisters and ultimately, the inalienable importance of Freedom and all that it means to a civilized world.

Pierre Poilievre kicks off his leadership bid for CPC in British Columbia. This is an excerpt from one of the earliest rallies that took place in Vernon, BC to a standing room only crowd with even more interested Canadians gathering outside.

A Camera footage with onboard Sennheiser Shotgun Mic recorded March 18, 2022 at Holiday Inn Express Maverick North Okanagan Shuswap EDA 'Meet and Greet' featuring guest Colin Krieger, Leadership Candidate for Maverick Party. Additional edited versions may be forthcoming including B Cam footage & lavalier mic audio, if required by Mr. Krieger's campaign.

Some of the interviews held February 19, 2022 in Vernon BC on the first weekend since Prime Minister Trudeau, without Parliamentary Consent, declared the Emergencies Act in Canada. Those interviewed were attending a weekly Freedom Rally being held in support of the Freedom Convoy 2022 as well as continuing support for personal bodily autonomy and the preservation of Canadians' inalienable rights. The actions of government and Ottawa Police was front and centre in the discussions as was the inaction of Canada's Parliament that appears to be in breach of its trust with Canadian citizens as it appears disengaged from Canada's Constitution, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and indeed, its own moral, ethical and legal responsibilities to the citizens of Canada.

If ever there was a time for Free Canadians to stand up for the values, the proud history and the future of Canada, that time is now. Mainstream Media, arguably the propaganda arm of the Liberal minority government, are predictably denouncing any comparison between Justin Trudeau's Liberals and the Nazi Party of the late 20's until the cessation of hostilities at the concluding of World War 2. But, are there reasons that comparison could be, perhaps must be, made? In the absence of an effective Parliamentary Opposition, in the absence of a Judicial System designed to help hold the powers of corrupt governments in check and in the absence of the once strong, ethical voice of the Fourth Estate (which once held those in power to account); what measures do average citizens have to ensure our individual and collective Freedoms, Civil Liberties and inalienable Rights and Freedoms? The concepts of Fascism and Statism are central to the critical issues now at hand in Canada and perhaps throughout the Western World. How did we get to this place? What are the reasons? What was the methodology? Most importantly, how do we find our way back. The current Freedom Convoy 2022 is at the vanguard of the fight for Freedom and the necessary, vital protection of Freedom and Civil Liberties in Canada. Too many suffer from the 'GATGA' syndrome, the notion of 'Going Along to Get Along'. That abrogation of our own, individual responsibility has contributed to the potential veritable destruction of a once great nation that Justin Trudeau would like to offer in tribute to a Globalist plan to destroy and replace many Western Civilizations. We have an opportunity to step back from the precipice - but time is quickly eroding the opportunity for us to remain on stable ground. Stand up for your Rights. Stand up for Freedom.

Saturday, February 19, 2022 had it all in Vernon, BC. The first weekend of the perplexing, wholly unjustifiable Emergencies Act brought out an estimated 700 supporters of the Freedom Convoy 2022 in spite of the horrific, brutal Totalitarian Police State actions still taking in place in Ottawa, our nation's capital. This video shows quite clearly a vision of what unsuspecting, irresponsible politicians and law enforcement are going to see on an ongoing basis, unless and until, the Rule of Law is restored with fundamental Civil Liberties, Rights and Freedoms intact. Today had it all. Breakdowns, blockades, music, signs, flags, a large police presence, but most importantly at least 700 supporters of the most important cause of all, the continuation of the Freedoms of Expression, Assembly, Association, Religion, and importantly, the Freedom of Choice as it relates to bodily autonomy, the right to peacefully protest and the preservation of all inalienable rights that cannot be denied by a Statist, Totalitarian agenda driven ideologue and his minions. This segment, the first of three to be published, shows the interaction of a number of protestors as a large vehicle breaks down, blocking a major arterial route. A large police presence appears and the rest you'll just have to watch for yourself.

In a display of patriotism and love for Canada, an estimated 700 Vernon and area citizens gather to celebrate our Charter Rights to Freedom of Assembly, Freedom of Association and Freedom of Expression. A couple of small challenges were overcome as somehow a large dump truck broke down right in the middle of Vernon's busiest intersection. With the help of the RCMP and a number of celebrants who put their shoulders to the back bumper, the truck moved on and the celebrants carried on. A rousing rendition of Oh, Canada is the finale to this second of a three part video presentation of today's events in Vernon, BC. Stand for Freedom. Stand with your fellow Canadians. Stand against a wholly unlawful, unwarranted and unnecessary knee-jerk reaction by Canada's worst Prime Minister in history. A message to Justin Trudeau. We are not afraid. We will not bow to your unCanadian temper tantrum.

February 18, 2022 is a day that will go down in infamy in Canada. Not only is it the day that a Police State was declared and enforced in Ottawa but it is the day that the Members of Canada's Parliament broke faith with their constituents by running away. Literally and figuratively actually running away. Instead of staying in the House of Commons where they were debating the horrific, illegal and unjustifiable Emergencies Act, never before used against a peaceful assembly of Canadians, every single Member of Parliament agreed to suspend the debate and leave Canadians to face, without representation, the Statist, Totalitarian might of a Police State. It is incomprehensible that Members of Parliament chose this path. They individually, and collectively, abandoned their posts and abandoned Canadians in the process. It appears to be an act of cowardice that will be forever etched in Canada's history. The world was watching. Canadians who trusted you were watching.

The most powerful weapon in the ability to communicate effectively is to be able to listen effectively. Politicians and Mainstream Media are now seen as divisive and untrustworthy. "Through disinformation and division, these two institutions are feeding the cycle [of distrust] and exploiting it for commercial and political gain". Edelman Trust Index 2022

Second weekend since the Freedom Convoy 2022 arrived in Canada's capital city, Ottawa. Support across the country for the truckers initiative has grown exponentially. Today, Vancouver, Kelowna, Vernon, Osoyoos, Edmonton, Coutts, Milk River, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Toronto and Ottawa, among many others, have seen tens of thousands providing vocal support. We are the Silent Majority no longer and compromised, complicit politicians of all political stripes had better pay heed.

Don't expect this to be particularly high quality as neither a separate microphone was employed nor was a high def camera utilized. Straight from the built in webcam on my MacBook Pro. What is critical is that this short recording was created entirely off grid 'somewhere in the Monashee' using portable battery storage devices and cell service bandwidth, not high speed Internet. If within the limits of acceptability, Jitsi as the open source video provider for recording purposes will be eventually enhanced with OBS open source software for video recording and live streaming.

More than 400 Vernon & area Canadian Patriots come out to show our support for the Freedom Convoy 2022 now completing its journey in Ottawa, Canada - the seat of government. While mainstream media attempts to spin this as a 'fringe minority' group with racial and homophobic false accusations abounding, particularly with national disgraces including CBC and Toronto Star, genuine, principled Canadians know that this is simply about taking back individual freedoms and our normal daily lives. The consequences of this day Canada wide will be far reaching - or there will be another larger, more vocal and determined expression of support from Freedom Loving Canadians at another, not too far distant, date. We join all patriotic Canadians in helping to support and celebrate this important day - and the trucking industry and others who have steadfastly maintained their resolve to keep Canada a better place, with equal opportunity, equal treatment under the law and equal access to our fundamental, inalienable rights. Glen Walushka, Voice of the West

2021 has been a turbulent and uncertain year. The lack of accountability and transparency on the part of governments and bureaucrats during a state of perceived emergency has had dire and damaging consequences concerning far too many individuals, families and communities. We must pledge to individuals and societally do better in 2022 including ensuring that we exercise our rights to hold those in power to account. Today, Christmas Eve, 2021, let us step back and reflect on the many successes we have enjoyed and the blessings we have received - even in the face of unnecessary and inexplicable hardships imposed by those who have clearly lost their way. Merry Christmas to all. Glen Walushka, Moderator and Host Voice of the West

2021 has been a turbulent, uncertain year for far too many of us. Today, Christmas Eve, it is time to reflect on what has transpired - and what we must do in order to restore some semblance of humanity, caring, compassion, respect and love for our fellow human beings. This is an impromptu broadcast from an 'off the grid' remote studio location 'somewhere in the Monashee' from which we intend to further extend the Voice of the West going into 2022. Merry Christmas to All! Glen Walushka, Moderator and Host Voice of the West

The mother of two young men, in Grade 2 and Grade 7 in Kelowna, BC, speaks to the assembly in Vernon, BC November 20, 2021. She articulates the importance of educating individuals, including school trustees and board members, concerning the legal implications of them enforcing unconstitutional, illegal mandates on children who are unable to neither provide informed consent, nor need their inalienable civil rights and individual liberties removed arbitrarily and unethically, from them. The courage and wisdom of this young mother standing up to the 'machine' of government overreach is a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who believe in the pursuit of justice, adherence to the rule of law and the inalienable right to your own bodily autonomy.

John Carpay, founder and President of Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, based in Calgary, Alberta provides keynote address at World Wide Freedom Rally in Vernon, BC on November 20, 2021. Mr. Carpay speaks of the many pretexts that those in power alway provide in order to justify unconstitutional, often illegal, but certainly almost always unethical government overreaches in order to suppress and deny individual freedoms and inalienable human rights. The events of the past twenty months are just the most examples of why 'The Price of Freedom is Eternal Vigilance'.

Ted Kuntz, Author, PsychoTherapist, Humanitarian & simply a genuine, good person, brings together the assembly at the World Wide Freedom Rally in Vernon,BC on November 20, 2021. He asks all to hold hands in fellowship and speaks not of specific worries, concerns and responses to horrific government and societal malfeasance but instead, to remember and celebrate our humanity, our hope and our believe that the darkest days will soon be behind us. A message of hope, faith and inspiration that must be shared.

Close to a hundred concerned citizens march through downtown Vernon, BC on November 3, 2021 in support of the World Wide Rally protesting the unconscionable vaccination of 5-11 year old children who have the highest statistical immunity to COVID-19. Forced, mandatory vaccinations are illegal, unethical and immoral. There will be an accounting at some future date but how many innocent children will have their lives permanently changed as a result of this highly questionable imposition on Liberty and Freedom? How can a child be expected to give informed consent and why do parents not have the ability to make those informed decisions on behalf of the children they love and are bound to protect from all predators - now unfortunately including corrupt, complicit governments and public health bureaucrats.

Terrific 70 minute interview with Paul Hinman, Leader of the Wildrose Independence Party in Alberta, Canada. Mr. Hinman has been a sitting Member of the Alberta Legislative Assembly commencing 2004 and was elected in the summer of 2021 as Leader of Wildrose Independence. Mr. Hinman lays out the vision for an independent, sovereign Alberta, including why the pursuit of Alberta Independence is absolutely in the best interests of Albertans, now and for future generations. To sum up the problem? Canada is 'broke and can't be fixed'. Constitutionally and geopolitically, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba together with the Northern Territories simply do not have the political clout necessary to establish a fair, balanced and equal confederation of provinces within the current political environment. A must watch interview for those critical thinkers looking for more information and arguments concerning why Alberta, Albertans and most Westerners would be better off economically, societally and personally if Alberta is able to reclaim many provincial authorities necessary as stepping stones toward actual Alberta sovereignty and independence.

Drone footage taken September 29, 2021 at Kilometre Zero of Okanagan Rail Trail in Coldstream, BC. Footage will be used to promote the fundraising effort for this project. Footage provided on behalf of Friends of the Okanagan Rail Trail members.

Full speech (before Q & A) from People's Party of Canada Candidate Kyle Delfing, Vernon BC on Saturday, September 18, 2021 just two days before federal election. Democracy Rally was sponsored by Stand Up Vernon community organization and Mr. Delfing was the only federal candidate who accepted the invitation to speak to the energetic, engaged audience.

Kyle Delfing, People's Party of Canada North Okanagan-Shuswap Candidate, speaks to a Democracy Rally held in Vernon, BC on September 18, 2021. Mr. Delfing was the only federal candidate who chose to accept the invitation to speak. An enthusiastic crowd enjoyed a sunny fall day as well as a message of concern that Canada needs to restore civil rights and liberties no later than this upcoming September 20, 2021 election.

Perhaps the best two minutes of the Kyle Delfing, PPC North Okanagan-Shuswap Campaign in 2021. Mr. Delfing speaks to Canada at the crossroads, with divergent paths forward. Mr. Delfing also acknowledges the importance of the past, including the past two years as he speaks with many of the PPC NOrth Okanagan-Shuswap EDA members who have been with People's Party of Canada, and its core values, since inception.