The New Way to Silence Canadians: Cut Off Their Cash

25/09/2025 1h 1min Episodio 199
The New Way to Silence Canadians: Cut Off Their Cash

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Episode Synopsis

During the Freedom Convoy in 2022, Canadians watched as bank accounts were frozen for supporting the protest. Now, in July 2025, it’s happening again. Eva Chipiuk — the lawyer who represented Convoy protestors and cross-examined former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau — says Royal Bank of Canada suddenly dropped her after a few cryptocurrency transactions. 
Is this a warning to all Canadians? If banks can cut off truckers, lawyers, and ordinary citizens, who’s safe? Weaponizing bank accounts is a full-frontal assault that puts democracy at risk. 
Join David Leis live as we break it all down and discuss why this matters for every Canadian with: 

Brett Oland, CEO of Bow Valley Credit Union 
Marco Navarro-Genie, VP of Research at Frontier Centre 
Lee Harding, Research Fellow at Frontier Centre