ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The new Churchill Falls deal has stirred up a lot of opinions and criticism. While negotiators say the new energy agreement is a safe bet, some fear taking the gamble. In this edition of the podcast, we dig into the root of trust issues in the province, going back to energy development history on the Churchill River and political rhetoric over the years. CBC Journalist Ashley Fitzpatrick and former PUB chair and energy critic David Vardy join host Adam Walsh for the discussion.
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