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The National Citizen’s Inquiry (NCI) is a citizen-led and citizen-funded initiative that is completely independent from government. In early 2023, the NCI heard from Canadians and experts, and investigated governments’ COVID-19 policies in a fair and impartial manner. The NCI’s purpose is to listen, to learn, and to recommend. What went right? What went wrong? How can Canadians and our governments better react to national crises in the future in a manner that balances the interests of all members of our society?

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The National Citizen’s Inquiry (NCI) is a citizen-led and citizen-funded initiative that is completely independent from government. In early 2023, the NCI heard from Canadians and experts, and investigated governments’ COVID-19 policies in a fair and impartial manner. The NCI’s purpose is to listen, to learn, and to recommend. What went right? What went wrong? How can Canadians and our governments better react to national crises in the future in a manner that balances the interests of all members of our society?

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English


Episodes

NCI Press Conference (Sept 14, 2023): NATIONAL CITIZENS INQUIRY RECOMMENDS IMMEDIATE HALT TO COVID-19 VACCINATIONS

9/20/2023
Ottawa: Today the National Citizens Inquiry (NCI) released the first recommendations of its four independent Commissioners following an investigation into how Canada’s governments responded to COVID-19. NCI is a Canada-wide, citizen-led and citizen-funded initiative to investigate governments’ COVID-19 policies in a fair and impartial manner independent from government. Its findings are based on testimony provided to the Inquiry by individual Canadians and experts over the past six months, subject to cross-examination by legal counsel. The Commissioners recommend that: The Commissioners’ recommendations are based on testimony provided to the Inquiry indicating that the conventional evaluation and endorsement process for vaccines was not adhered to by the Canadian Government in their evaluation of the COVID-19 vaccines. Recorded live Sept 14, 2023 View the complete Commissioner's Interim Report and watch the press conference live: National Citizens Inquiry Commissioners Report Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:00:46:39

NCI Witness Testimony: Deanna McLeod - March 30, 2023 - Toronto, Ontario

9/20/2023
In the first of three expert witness testimonies at the NCI, Deanna McLeod, founder of Kaleidoscope Strategic Inc. and Covid Sense, discusses COVID-19 response measures with regard to the COVID-19 genetic vaccine with regard to children under 18 years of age. Testimony recorded March 30, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario View this complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Deanna McLeod - Mar 30, 2023 - Toronto, Ontario Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:04:07

NCI Witness Testimony: Deanna McLeod - April 13, 2023 - Winnipeg, Manitoba

9/14/2023
Deanna McLeod has been doing research and publishing articles since 1991. She has studied evidence-based medicine, specializing in immunology and cognitive psychology, and spent 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry. In Deanna's second NCI testimony, she speaks about clinical trial designs, safety data, scientific evidence, and concerns around regulatory issues emerging from Canada. Testimony recorded April 13, 2023 in Winnipeg, Manitoba View this complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Deanna McLeod - Apr 13, 2023 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:36:32

NCI Witness Testimony: Deanna McLeod - May 2, 2023 - Vancouver, British Columbia

9/14/2023
In her third testimony with the NCI, Deana McLeod, an expert witness and founder of Kaleidoscope Strategic Inc. and Covid Sense, provides an in-depth analysis of the outside interests involved in approving the Covid vaccine. She also explains how the Pfizer trial was run and shares results from her own data. Through her extensive research, McLeod sheds light on important insights into the approval and efficacy of the Covid vaccine. Testimony recorded May 2, 2023 in Vancouver, British Columbia View this complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Deanna McLeod - May 02, 2023 - Vancouver, British Columbia Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:08:07

NCI Witness Testimony: Shawn Buckley - May 12, 2023 - Quebec City, Quebec

9/14/2023
Shawn Buckley is a constitutional lawyer who also has expertise in the area of drug regulation. In his 29 years of practicing law Mr. Buckley has defended more natural health companies in Court than any other Canadian lawyer. In his extremely compelling testimony, he shares his insights on the approval process of the Covid vaccine. He discusses the normal procedures for drug approval and how they differ from the approval process that was used for the Covid vaccine. He argues that the approval of the vaccine was driven more by politics than by health considerations. He sheds light on the political forces at play during the approval process and how they affected the safety and efficacy of the vaccine. Buckley's perspective provides an important legal and constitutional analysis of the vaccine approval process that sheds light on the vaccine's safety and efficacy. Testimony recorded May 12, 2023 in Quebec City, Quebec View this complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Shawn Buckley - May 12, 2023 - Quebec City, Quebec Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:37:58

NCI Live Special Event - W.H.O Global Pandemic Treaty - featuring James Corbett, with Dr. Mark Trozzi and James Roguski

9/11/2023
We are delighted to bring you the never-before-seen testimony of the acclaimed investigative journalist and host of The Corbett Report, James Corbett. In this remarkable live stream event, Corbett delves deep into his incisive analysis of the World Health Organization (WHO) and its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Prepare for an eye-opening perspective from an eminent expert in investigative journalism. Following the presentation by James Corbett, we follow with an in-depth conversation with Dr. Mark Trozzi, Shawn Buckley, James Roguski and Michelle Leduc Catlin as we explore the impacts of the W.H.O. Global Pandemic Treaty. Discussion Highlights: Dr. Mark Trozzi - @DrTrozzi | drtrozzi.org/ James Roguski - @jamesroguski | jamesroguski.substack.com/ Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Michell Leduc-Catlin - @MichelleLCatlin | gatheryourwits.com Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:59:42

NCI Special Live Discussion: Unveiling the Remarkable Legacy of Sheila Lewis with Son Darcy Lewis

9/11/2023
Shawn Buckley sits down with Darcy Lewis, the son of the late Sheila Lewis. Darcy shares with us the incredible story of who Sheila was, her unwavering advocacy for organ transplant recipients, and the legacy she leaves behind. Livestream recorded Sept 8, 2023 In 2019 Sheila Lewis was diagnosed with a terminal illness and was placed on the wait list for a double-organ transplant that would allow her to live out her normal life. After complying with all of the requirements for candidacy, including re-taking all required injections listed on the childhood vaccination schedule, and being considered by her health care practitioners as the ideal candidate for transplant, Sheila hesitated in taking the COVID-19 vaccination and was moved down to the lowest priority of the transplant wait list by Alberta Health Services. In August of 2023, Sheila subsequently passed away as a result of her terminal illness. View the complete live-stream: NCI Special Live Discussion: Unveiling the Remarkable Legacy of Sheila Lewis with Son Darcy Lewis View Sheila Lewis' complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Sheila Lewis - May 17, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:39:24

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - April 1, 2023 - Day 3 Full Testimony (part 2)

9/8/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 3 of the Toronto hearings was held on April 1, 2023. This podcast is the second half of that full day of testimony. Details about this hearing's testimony can be found at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca/toronto-testimony/ Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - April 1, 2023 - Day 3 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:03:45:06

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - April 1, 2023 - Day 3 Full Testimony (part 1)

9/7/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 3 of the Toronto hearings was held on April 1, 2023. This podcast is the first half of that full day of testimony. Details about this hearing's testimony can be found at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca/toronto-testimony/ Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - April 1, 2023 - Day 3 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:03:52:15

Live with the NCI - Roundtable Discussion: Behind Closed Doors of Policing Services

9/1/2023
Hosted by Shawn Buckley, we have esteemed guests Vincent Gircys, Rick Abbott, and Daniel Bulford who will delve into what's happening behind closed doors in the policing service. Streamed live Aug 31, 2023 Watch the full video replay on this podcast on Rumble: Live with the NCI - Roundtable Discussion: Behind Closed Doors of Policing Services Vincent Gircys - @VGircys | https://policeforfreedom.org Rick Abbott - @rick_abbot8484 Daniel Bulford - @BulfordDaniel Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:02:02:29

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - March 31, 2023 - Day 2 Full Testimony (part 2)

8/25/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 2 of the Toronto hearings was held on March 31, 2023. This podcast is the second half of that full day of testimony. Details about this hearing's testimony can be found at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca/toronto-testimony/ Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - March 31, 2023 - Day 2 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:03:52:44

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - March 31, 2023 - Day 2 Full Testimony (part 1)

8/25/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 2 of the Toronto hearings was held on March 31, 2023. This podcast is the first half of that full day of testimony. Details about this hearing's testimony can be found at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca/toronto-testimony/ Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - March 31, 2023 - Day 2 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:04:16:18

NCI Witness Testimony: Sheila Lewis - May 17, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario

8/25/2023
In 2019 Sheila Lewis was diagnosed with a terminal illness and was placed on the wait list for a double-organ transplant that would allow her to live out her normal life. After complying with all of the requirements for candidacy, including re-taking all required injections listed on the childhood vaccination schedule, and being considered by her health care practitioners as the ideal candidate for transplant, Sheila hesitated in taking the COVID-19 vaccination and was moved down to the lowest priority of the transplant wait list by Alberta Health Services. In August of 2023, Sheila subsequently passed away as a result of her terminal illness. Testimony recorded May 17, 2023 in Ottawa, Ontario View this complete video testimony, transcript and exhibit(s): National Citizens Inquiry: Sheila Lewis - May 17, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:00:46:46

Live with the NCI: The Importance of Truth and Transparency in the Field of Science and Medicine

8/22/2023
We have an esteemed panel of guests including Dr. Stephen Malthouse, Dr. Charles Hoffe, Dr. Justin Chin, and Dr. Christopher Shoemaker. Together, they delve into the crucial topics of truth and transparency in the fields of science and medicine. Don't miss this insightful conversation where our experts share their valuable perspectives and experiences. Streamed live July 17, 2023 Watch the full video replay on Rumble: Live with the NCI: The Importance of Truth and Transparency in the Field of Science and Medicine Dr. Chris Shoemaker - @CShoemakerMD | drshoemakercovidtruth.com Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:48:52

Live with the NCI - Roundtable Discussion: Implications of Changes in Natural Health Industry

8/22/2023
We are thrilled to have esteemed guests Shawn Buckley, Deanna McLeod, and Dr. Alan Cassels join us for an insightful exploration of the implications of regulatory changes in the Natural Health Industry. Streamed live August 1, 2023 Watch the full video replay on Rumble: Live with the NCI Roundtable Discussion: Implications of Changes in Natural Health Industry Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Alan Cassels - @AKECassels | amazon.ca Deanna McCleod - linkedin.com | kstrategic.com Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:02:02:21

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - March 30, 2023 - Day 1 Full Testimony (part 2)

8/22/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 1 of the Toronto hearings was held on March 30, 2023. This podcast is part 2. Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - March 30, 2023 - Day 1 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:03:45:52

National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario Hearings - March 30, 2023 - Day 1 Full Testimony (part 1)

8/21/2023
The National Citizens Inquiry hearings in Toronto, Ontario were held from March 30 to April 1, 2023. Day 1 of the Toronto hearings was held on March 30, 2023. This podcast is part 1. Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry: Toronto, Ontario - March 30, 2023 - Day 1 Full Testimony Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:04:00:56

National Citizens Inquiry Virtual Testimony: Denis Rancourt, June 28, 2023

8/21/2023
Join us for this highly anticipated follow-up testimony session with expert witness Denis Rancourt, as he presents the findings of a recent meta-analysis examining the cost-benefit ratio of lockdowns. Live-streamed on June 28, 2023 Watch the full video replay on Rumble: National Citizens Inquiry | Denis Rancourt | Virtual Testimony Denis Rancourt - Co-Director, CORRELATION Research in the Public Interest - correlation-canada.org | @denisrancourt Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Visit the National Citizens Inquiry website at: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:02:59:27

NCI Roundtable Discussion - Impacts of COVID-19 mandates on Canadian Children

8/17/2023
This virtual gathering featuring distinguished guests and expert witnesses Dr. Francis Christian, Dr. Keren Epstein-Gilboa, and Dr. Matthew Cockle was recorded live Thursday, July 27th. This in-depth discussion takes a detailed look at how the pandemic measures have forever shaped the lives of our children and what their future holds. Watch the full video replay on Rumble: NCI Roundtable Discussion - Impacts of COVID-19 mandates on Canadian Children Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Dr. Francis Christian - @essaysbyfrancis | francischristian.substack.com Dr. Keren Epstein-Gilboa - linkedin.com Dr. Matthew Cockle - @drcockle Visit the National Citizens Inquiry: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:02:16:34

This Is Canada | NCI Twitter Space | LIVE July 5, 2023

8/10/2023
An engaging and thought-provoking Twitter Space event with esteemed guests Laura Jeffery, Dr. J. Jay Couey, Zoran Boskovic, and Dr. Matthew Cockle sharing their insights and expertise. Don't miss this incredible discussion hosted by Shawn Buckley and Michelle Leduc Catlin. To watch the full video replay on Rumble: Rumble Video Full Replay Shawn Buckley - @shawnbuckleylaw | buckleyandco.ca Michelle Leduc-Catlin - @MichelleLCatlin | gatheryourwits.com Dr. Jay J. Couey - @jjcouey | gigaohmbiological.com Visit the National Citizens Inquiry: https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca Find out how you can: Follow NCI on social media: Twitter/X - @Inquiry_Canada Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NationalCitizensInquiry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/national_citizens_inquiry/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@citizensinquiry Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/NationalCitizensInquiryCA

Duration:01:51:38