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2025 CHARLOTTETOWN FORUM PANEL #1 DISCUSSION:
RESTORING DIALOGUE IN AN AGE OF POLARIZATION

In an era of growing polarization, unreliable information, and the clash between opinions and facts, how can we engage in meaningful discussions on issues that impact us all? Panellists will explore the diminishing practice of civic discourse and offer insights on how we can rebuild dialogue and foster collaboration in society.

Speakers:
Nora Young, tech journalist and broadcaster, CBC
Sabreena Delhon, CEO, Samara Centre for Democracy
Owais Lightwala, professor, artistic producer and tech entrepreneur
Drew Fagan, professor and policy advisor

0:00-0:30 Opening Credits
0:31-2:23 Nora Young introduces the panellists
2:23-2:42 QUESTION #1: Where do you think Canada is at in terms of social cohesion, polarization, and openness to dialogue at this time?
2:42-5:04 Sabreena Delhon responds
5:04-6:33 Drew Fagan responds
6:33-8:38 Owais Lightwala responds
8:38-9:08 QUESTION #2: Has social media helped or hindered the democratization of communication? Why does online dialogue seem to be so much of a problem?
9:08-11:43 Sabreena Delhon responds
11:43-14:57 Drew Fagan responds
14:57-17:51 Owais Lightwala responds
17:51-20:23 Drew Fagan responds
20:23-20:39 QUESTION #3: There is a perception that elites are out of touch with actual people's concerns. Is this a legitimate concern?
20:39-24:15 Owais Lightwala responds
24:15-25:17 Sabreena Delhon responds
25:17-29:06 Drew Fagan responds
29:06-29:29 QUESTION #4: Is the problem us and that we're not able to be with people we don't agree with, or is the problem that people's division is being weaponized by social media or politicians?
29:29-34:05 Owais Lightwala responds
34:05-36:44 Sabreena Delhon responds
36:44-37:24 Owais Lightwala responds
37:24-40:27 Drew Fagan responds
40:27-40:36 QUESTION #5: Are there viable opportunities to turn the corner on discussion and get to a healthier place?
40:36-42:18 Sabreena Delhon responds
42:18-44:04 Owais Lightwala responds
44:04-45:14 Drew Fagan responds
45:14-45:34 QUESTION #6: Is there a space for government in these kinds of conversations, or should they be localized? Can we do both?
45:34-46:18 Sabreena Delhon responds
46:18-48:30 Owais Lightwala responds
48:30-50:12 Drew Fagan responds
50:12-50:38 QUESTION #7: Is there something that you see that makes you hopeful for healthy discussion in the future?
50:38-51:55 Sabreena Delhon responds
51:55-53:11 Owais Lightwala responds
53:11-53:47 Drew Fagan responds
53:47-53:53 Nora Young thanks the panellists
53:53-53:55 End Credits