Radio Free Winnipeg

In this episode we speak with author and activist, Yves Engler, about Canadian foreign policy and mineral extraction in Africa. Engler recently wrote an article for rabble.ca contrasting the World Partnership Walk, organized by the Aga Khan Foundation Canada, against the human rights abuses committed by Canadian mining companies on the African continent. In addition to discussing natural resources companies, we look at the Saudi arms deal, Canadian arms exports, and how it is covered by the media.  Additional links: Canada in Africa - 300 Years of Aid and Exploitation Canada now the second biggest arms exporter to Middle East