Unemployment Surges as Trudeau’s Policies Wreak Havoc on the Economy

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Let’s get real, folks. You look around, and it doesn’t take a PhD in economics to know something is seriously wrong. Unemployment’s ticking up to 6.6%, and wages? They’re not even keeping pace with inflation. Canadians are working harder than ever, yet the cost of everything—from the food you put on the table to the roof over your head—is spiraling out of control. And who’s at the wheel of this runaway train? Justin Trudeau, that’s who.

Trudeau’s government has unleashed a storm of reckless policies that are driving inflation through the roof. And what’s their solution? They’ve forced the Bank of Canada into a corner, leaving them with no choice but to keep rates above 4% interest rates at 4.25%. The result? Ordinary Canadians are feeling the squeeze like never before, struggling just to make ends meet. This isn’t some fluke; it’s a direct consequence of Trudeau’s economic mismanagement.

But here’s the kicker. While Canadians are tightening their belts, Trudeau’s government is flooding the country with immigrants, artificially inflating the GDP so they can keep funding their ridiculous green energy fantasies. That’s right. Instead of focusing on real, sustainable economic growth, Trudeau is pushing the numbers with mass immigration to cover up the economic disaster he’s created.

Think about that. You’re paying more for your groceries, your gas, your mortgage—all because Trudeau wants to make his government look good on paper. But it’s you who’s footing the bill.

Housing Crisis? That’s On Trudeau

Why can’t you afford a house anymore? Why are young families, people who grew up in this country, completely locked out of the housing market? The answer is simple—*it’s Justin Trudeau’s fault*.

Let’s be clear. The Bank of Canada has openly admitted that the housing crisis is a result of excess demand. But here’s what they’re not shouting from the rooftops: *that demand isn’t homegrown*. Trudeau’s open-door immigration policy has flooded the market, pushing housing prices through the roof. He’s not bringing in record numbers of immigrants because it’s good for Canada; he’s doing it to boost GDP artificially. The problem? That so-called “growth” is driving Canadians out of their own housing market.

You’ve got ordinary Canadians, people who’ve worked their whole lives, now completely priced out of homeownership because Trudeau has cranked up demand with his immigration policies. And while he’s busy making his numbers look good, you’re the one left without a chance to buy a home.

And what’s the solution Trudeau offers? Higher interest rates. That’s right. The Bank of Canada has been forced to keep rates above 4% (4.25%) just to cool down the mess Trudeau created. So now, not only are you dealing with sky-high prices, but the higher interest rates mean if you do somehow scrape together enough to buy a house, you’re stuck with a mortgage you can’t afford.

This isn’t just incompetence. It’s a deliberate strategy by Trudeau to artificially inflate the economy through immigration, all while making life harder for the average Canadian. This is the Trudeau legacy: inflated numbers on paper, while regular Canadians suffer in reality.

The Reality of Trudeau’s Policies

Everything costs more under Trudeau—everything. From your grocery bill to your taxes, life has gotten more expensive. But let’s not pretend this is some random economic downturn. This is the result of deliberate policies designed to make Trudeau look like he’s growing the economy. In reality, he’s burning through taxpayer dollars, and making life harder for the people who are actually *keeping this country going*—you.

And here’s the worst part: it’s not going to get better. As long as Trudeau is in charge, you’re going to keep seeing rising costs, more immigration to mask the economic stagnation, and higher interest rates making it impossible for Canadians to get ahead.

It’s time to stop pretending this is some unavoidable consequence of global forces. This is Justin Trudeau’s Canada, and the reality is, you’re being priced out of your own country.

Why Everything Costs More

Here’s the ugly truth: under Trudeau, everything costs more—much more. Groceries? Skyrocketing. Taxes? You can barely keep track of how many you’re paying. Energy bills? Forget it. These price hikes aren’t a coincidence—they’re a direct result of Trudeau’s reckless economic policies. This isn’t an accident; it’s the result of a deliberate plan to reshape Canada’s economy into some kind of climate-change fantasyland, and you’re the one paying for it.

Trudeau’s inflation problem started with his wild spending. The government kept printing and spending money, and soon enough, we had 8.1% inflation. While they love to pat themselves on the back for bringing it down to 2.5%, the reality is prices aren’t coming down. Groceries are still unaffordable. You’re paying 15-20% more for the basics like meat, vegetables, and even milk. Your wallet hasn’t seen any relief, despite their so-called victory lap.

Now, let’s talk about energy. Trudeau’s green energy agenda is a black hole sucking up billions in taxpayer dollars. Billions spent on unproven clean tech projects, and yet, have you seen your energy bills drop? Of course not. They’ve gone up. The kicker is, while Trudeau spends your money on windmills and electric buses that no one can afford, your gas and heating bills have soared. You’re being told to tighten your belt, but the government is lighting taxpayer dollars on fire.

Oh, and don’t forget taxes. Every time you turn around, there’s a new tax or an increase to an existing one. Carbon taxes, fuel taxes—everything is designed to make life more expensive. You’re paying more at the pump because of Trudeau’s so-called climate policies. Every single tax increase hits the working-class Canadian, the family just trying to get by. Meanwhile, Justin and his globalist buddies are laughing all the way to their next climate summit in a private jet.

A Trump Factor to Watch

And if you think this is bad, just wait. If Donald Trump wins re-election, Trudeau’s green pipe dream might come crashing down. Trump has promised to roll back Biden’s climate change initiatives. No more wind farms, no more billions funneled into solar power plants that never seem to get built. If Trump dismantles these climate policies, Trudeau’s entire green energy house of cards falls apart. Canada is deeply tied to U.S. climate cooperation—without it, Trudeau is left holding an empty bag. And what happens then? *You* will pay the price again as the government scrambles to find another way to fund their utopian schemes.

But it’s not just Trudeau’s climate pipe dreams that Trump could affect. Trump has been crystal clear—he’s bringing back tariffs, and Canada’s already weak GDP will take another hit. With Trudeau’s economic mismanagement, we can’t afford to take another blow. If Trump slams down new tariffs on Canadian goods, we’re looking at fewer jobs, higher prices, and an even deeper recession. Trudeau has left Canada exposed, and we’re the ones who will suffer for it.

Trudeau’s Legacy: Pain for the Average Canadian

Let’s face it—Trudeau’s legacy is one of pain for the average Canadian. He’s bloated the government, jacked up immigration numbers to artificially inflate GDP, and used that growth to justify even more spending. But who’s benefiting? Not you. Wages are stagnant, while the cost of living has gone through the roof. Why? Because the demand for everything from housing to groceries is being driven by immigration policies that Trudeau is using to fund his agenda. This isn’t about building a better Canada; it’s about maintaining the illusion of growth by bringing in more people to mask his economic failures.

Why can’t you buy a house? Because Trudeau’s open-door immigration policy has created an artificial demand for housing that has nothing to do with Canadians. The Bank of Canada has admitted it—excess demand is driving up housing costs. But here’s the kicker: this demand isn’t from Canadians trying to buy their first home. It’s from a government that’s using immigration as a crutch for economic growth that doesn’t actually exist. Meanwhile, you, the hard-working Canadian, are priced out of the market. You’re paying more, and Trudeau doesn’t care.

From taxes to groceries to housing, everything costs more under Justin Trudeau. And it’s all part of a grand scheme to push his climate agenda while using *your* hard-earned money to do it. So the next time you see your grocery bill or try to pay your heating bill, remember: this is the Canada Justin Trudeau built. How much longer can Canadians endure this? How much more can you take?

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I put a lot of personal energy into this election, trying to understand why it was that Canadians so wholeheartedly endorsed Mark Carney as their new leader, despite the fact that it was the same party who caused irreparable economic harm to the economy, and he has a similar philosophical outlook to the core outlook of the party. I truly believe that we have moved to a phase in our electoral process where, until something breaks, left leaning ideology will trump the day (pun intended).

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1. What of Pierre Poilievre? The question for Conservatives is whether the wolves feed on the carcass of Poilievre (in my opinion the worst enemy of a Conservative is a Conservative) and initiate the hunt for a new leader (if they do, I believe the future should be led by a woman – Melissa Lantsman or possibly Caroline Mulroney), or does Poilievre move to Alberta and run for a “safe” seat to get back into the House of Commons, change his tone, and show people he too can be Prime Ministerial? His concession speech gives clues to this.

2. What of Mark Carney? Maybe (hopefully) Carney will see the light and try to bring the nation together, as there is an obvious east-west split in the country in terms of politics. Time will tell, and minority governments need to be cautious. Will we have a Supply and Confidence 2.0 or will we see olive branches extended?

3. What of the House of Commons? As I have mentioned previously, there has been discussion that the House of Commons may not sit until after the summer break, meaning that the House of Commons really will not have conducted any business in almost a year by the time it reconveens. If indeed “we are in the worst crisis of our lives” as Prime Minister Carney campaigned on, then should we not have the House of Commons sit through the summer? After all, the summer break usually is for politicians to go back to their ridings and connect with their constituents, but if an election campaign doesn’t constitute connecting, what does?

Regardless, as the election is behind us, we now need to see what comes. I will try to be hopeful, but remain cautious. May Canada have better days ahead.

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