Canada’s Energy Could End Global Poverty, So What’s Stopping Us?

Big Topics & Big Ideas
Published on August 17, 2025

 

 

Millions, including Canadians, are living in the dark. Help Is on the Way is a gripping new documentary exposing energy poverty, when people can’t afford to heat their homes or keep the lights on. David Leis sits down with filmmaker Mathew Embry who reveals the real causes, the human cost, and how Canada could help—if bad policy wasn’t getting in the way. If you care about poverty, energy, or Canada’s future, don’t miss this episode. (43 minutes)