Action4Canada Empower Hour Wednesday July 8, 2026. Zoom doors open at 4:25pm PST/7:25pm EST. Empower Hour guest segment 4:30pm PST/7:30pm EST. Be sure to Register in advance and invite others.

Maxime Bernier, Leader of the People’s Party of Canada (PPC), returns once again as a valued guest on the Empower Hour. He joins Tanya to discuss the rise of the worldwide populist movement, why it is gaining momentum, and what it could mean for Canada’s sovereignty, prosperity, and future.

A courageous voice of principled conservatism and common-sense populism, Bernier has been on the front lines defending Canadian values after leaving the Conservative Party and founding the PPC. Despite relentless censorship, media bias, and deplatforming throughout every election cycle, he refuses to back down. Bernier boldly speaks truth to power on the issues that matter most to everyday Canadians—no matter the personal or political cost.

A steadfast defender of Canada’s Christian heritage, the natural family, the unborn, and the innocence of our children, Maxime consistently champions the values that have shaped our nation. He stands firmly against mass migration, radical gender ideology that sexualizes and mutilates minors while exploiting children as “agents of change,” the erosion of parental rights, and policies that undermine the traditional family. He has been a leading critic of “fake climate change” alarmism, green energy wealth transfers, excessive government spending, corporate welfare, and threats to national sovereignty. Bernier also champions secure borders, a robust military, economic freedom, and protection from terrorism and foreign interference.

His platform, rooted in the core principles of Freedom, Responsibility, Fairness, and Respect, includes practical solutions such as putting a moratorium on immigration, scrapping multiculturalism policies that divide Canadians, withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, ending supply management and DEI initiatives, promoting provincial autonomy and decentralization, cutting foreign aid, and prioritizing Canadian interests above globalist agendas.

Tune in as we discuss the growing populist movement worldwide with a leader who continues to fight tirelessly for a free, prosperous, and sovereign Canada. 

Across the globe, a powerful populist wave is gaining strength as nations push back against decades of globalist policies, open-border planned invasions, and cultural erosion. At its root, this resurgence reflects a deep return to foundational values—with Christianity playing a central driving role as countries rediscover their heritage, traditions, and identity. From Europe to the Americas, citizens are rejecting elite-driven agendas in favour of faith, family, national security and sovereignty.

Recent years have seen a string of victories for populist and nationalist leaders. In the United States, Donald Trump’s re-election underscored this momentum. In Europe, parties and leaders with strong populist platforms have made major gains or entered government in countries including Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Slovakia, and others. Portugal’s Chega party has surged as a major opposition force, while Poland recently elected a conservative nationalist president. In Latin America, the trend continues with ‘right-wing’ or populist successes, most notably Colombia’s recent election of Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-endorsed outsider promising tough action on crime, migration, and security.

Definition: Populism

• a political approach that strives to appeal to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by established elite groups

This movement is not fleeting—it represents citizens worldwide demanding leaders who prioritize their own people, protect borders, defend traditional values, and resist supranational control. In Canada, Maxime Bernier and the People’s Party stand as part of this global awakening, offering a bold alternative rooted in freedom, responsibility, and respect for Canada’s Christian heritage and founding principles.

Vote Splitting is a Myth for Your Enslavement

This video clip, though from several years ago, carries a timeless truth that remains highly relevant today. In it, the speaker dismantles the myth of “vote splitting”—the idea that you must strategically vote for the “lesser evil” (such as the Conservatives) simply to block the Liberals and Carney.

As he powerfully explains: your vote is not a tool to keep one party out of power—it is your voice to drive the political system in the direction you actually want it to go. Voting for a party that does not truly represent your values, just to avoid something worse, removes all consequence from politicians. It allows them to drift leftward, pander, and betray core principles without fear of losing support. True change only comes when voters reward courage and penalize compromise.

The Conservative Party has adopted some important positions—such as opposing Bill C-9 and its threat to criminalize scripture—as a result of strong public pressure. Yet they refuse to sponsor a petition to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. They continue to pander to groups that undermine our Judeo-Christian heritage, national security, and identity. Pierre Poilievre resisted taking a firm stand against gender ideology until it became politically safe. He still supports same-sex marriage and abortion, advocates for less immigration rather than a necessary moratorium, and has allowed his party to be infiltrated by foreign influences while engaging in performative politics.

How can the Conservative Party ever truly represent Canadian values when it lacks the fortitude, courage, and unwavering commitment to uncompromisingly defend the Judeo-Christian principles upon which Canada was founded?

Don’t vote strategically. Vote your conscience. Vote for what you believe in. That is how real change begins.

Elections are one of the most powerful ways citizens can shape the future of our nation. The direction of Canada is not set by governments alone—but by the people who choose to step forward, get involved, and take responsibility for it.

If we want to see meaningful change, it will take more than casting a ballot. It requires engaged citizens—people willing to step forward, support strong candidates, and take an active role in the democratic process long before election day arrives.

This is both a duty and an obligation that cannot be ignored—it must be taken seriously for the sake of our children, our communities, and the future of Canada.

Here are practical steps you can take right now:

• Support strong candidates that reflect your values: Encourage principled individuals in your community to run.
• Get involved in campaigns: Volunteer for door-knocking, phone calls, and other grassroots efforts.
• Donate:  Help campaigns you believe in succeed.
• Serve as a scrutineer: Help provide essential oversight at polling stations and during vote counting to ensure fairness and prevent fraud.
• Vote and mobilize others: Encourage family, friends, and neighbours to vote. Organize rides, assist seniors, and help those with mobility challenges get to the polls.

Democracy works best when engaged citizens get involved at every level—not just on voting day. Start preparing today. Your participation matters more than ever. 

Action4Canada is having a significant impact in overturning radical ideologies and defending Faith, Family, and Freedom. Your support is vital to this mission. Every dollar you give is carefully stewarded to maximize its impact in protecting Canadian sovereignty, preserving our rights and freedoms, and upholding the Christian biblical principles and values that form the foundation of our nation. We invite you to partner with us by making a one time gift or by becoming a monthly supporter. Together, we can continue to bring hope and real solutions to Canada.

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God bless you and God bless Canada!

The Team @
Action4Canada