Action4Canada - December 20, 2024


Message From Danielle Pistilli

Hosted by
Tanya Gaw
Mentioned
David Lindsay
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Episode Stats


Length

8 minutes

Words per minute

159.0

Word count

1,360

Sentence count

75

Harmful content

Misogyny

2

sentences flagged

Hate speech

1

sentences flagged


Summary

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Action for Canada's Tanya Gaw is a fierce advocate who is dedicated to fighting for the rights of children, families, and communities across the country. She is a tireless advocate who has been on the front lines of the fight to protect our children and families.

Transcript

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00:00:00.000 Hello, Lions. Good evening. I'm so, so grateful to have the opportunity to address everybody
00:00:09.940 tonight before we begin this very special holiday episode. So thank you for the time
00:00:15.660 tonight. On behalf of so many people across this nation, I want to take a moment to thank
00:00:20.740 God for blessing our country with an extraordinary woman that I get the privilege of calling
00:00:24.660 friend. And that is the unstoppable Tanya Gaw. If there is one word that comes to mind when I think
00:00:31.040 of Tanya, an action for Canada, it is hope. Let me take you back to a great afternoon in September of
00:00:39.140 2020 when Tanya stepped onto the stage of the Vancouver Art Gallery for the very first time
00:00:44.160 where approximately 5,000 people gathered, feeling lost, discouraged, and alone, but searching for
00:00:50.400 connection amidst a world turned upside down. Tanya's hands were trembling and her speech paper
00:00:57.060 slipped to the ground and you could have heard a pin drop as she boldly declared, I would like to 0.95
00:01:02.100 thank God and God alone for the ground that I'm standing on. Her words carried a gravity that
00:01:07.580 ignited so much excitement when she declared that she would be taking on the monumental task of
00:01:12.780 holding our government accountable legally for the lies, division, and propaganda that they had been
00:01:19.500 unleashing upon us. What happened next remains one of the most inspiring moments I think I've ever
00:01:25.840 witnessed in my life still to this day. After Tanya's announcement, a single person stepped up onto the
00:01:31.700 stage holding up a $100 bill as an act of support for her vision. This simple yet powerful gesture
00:01:38.160 sparked an incredible response from what seemed to be a never-ending sea of people that came forward
00:01:44.180 offering everything from spare change to $100 bills. This incredible moment of collective
00:01:50.600 action ignited a glimmer of hope that spread like wildfire. It was a turning point reminding all of us
00:01:57.600 of the immense power that we have when we come together for a common cause. And thanks to Tanya's
00:02:02.960 bravery and guidance, this shared experience literally transformed feelings of helplessness to
00:02:09.340 empowerment. She showed us that together we are so much more powerful than the 1% that have been
00:02:14.620 trying to rule over us. I think it is safe to say that Tanya quickly became a beacon of light during
00:02:20.980 a time of darkness and uncertainty for many. But Tanya's journey didn't end or even begin just in 2020.
00:02:28.880 Long before that pivotal moment, she was already a fierce advocate shining a light on the erosion of
00:02:34.360 parental rights and speaking out about concerning changes taking place in schools and communities,
00:02:39.920 as well as the immigration issues that have been plaguing our country. Tanya has never been afraid
00:02:45.900 to speak out about the most uncomfortable conversations that most people avoid. And she has consistently been
00:02:52.420 ahead of the curve, warning us about significant issues that threaten the fabric of our nation.
00:02:57.560 Tanya's work has since progressed to new bold legal actions and her lawsuit regarding all of the 0.99
00:03:05.240 mandates is one of the few that are still active in the courts today. Tanya has her thumb on the pulse
00:03:11.380 of what is happening all over this country, acting as the eyes and the ears and the voice for so many of
00:03:18.040 us who would have otherwise remained unaware and has inspired countless people to get involved in
00:03:23.040 advocacy work, myself included. Because of Tanya's fearless leadership, thousands had been motivated
00:03:29.860 to contribute their time, expertise and connections and financial support. And without this collective
00:03:36.260 effort, tackling these monumental issues would have been near impossible. Additionally, there is a tight
00:03:43.140 and mighty core team that has been volunteering their time, talents to support Action for Canada and to do
00:03:49.840 all that they can to stand on the front lines and say, not on my watch. Much like Gideon's army, 0.67
00:03:56.560 it's not the size of the group that determines the success, but the strength, courage and commitment
00:04:01.840 of the people involved. And as life regains some normalcy, we must not lose sight of the importance of
00:04:08.480 staying engaged as the battles that Action for Canada takes on comes with significant costs, financial,
00:04:15.040 emotional and logistical. From technical support and website maintenance, to massive legal fees,
00:04:22.480 mail platforms and print materials, these efforts require all of us to share the burden. We cannot leave
00:04:29.600 this responsibility to just one person or a small team. If we expect change, we must be active participants in
00:04:37.520 creating it. Tanya, your hard work and unwavering determination inspire us all. I know that this has
00:04:46.480 not been an easy road by any stretch, but your courage and dedication have brought so much hope to
00:04:52.720 so many. And I want you to know how profoundly grateful many of us are that you continue to say,
00:04:58.960 yes, God, to taking on all that you do to defend faith, family and freedom. To everyone here this
00:05:06.160 evening, I urge you to reflect on the importance of staying involved. Let's not forget the struggles
00:05:13.520 that we've all endured, the lessons that we've learned and the progress that we've made.
00:05:18.880 As we approach the holiday season, a time of generosity and reflection, I ask each of you
00:05:28.240 to consider what can you do to support Action for Canada, whether it's through volunteering your time,
00:05:34.800 offering your talents, donating your treasures or simply sharing this message. Your contribution matters.
00:05:42.720 A wise man, David Lindsay, once taught me that advocacy is a generational task. What you do today,
00:05:51.120 make no mistake, your children and grandchildren are taking notice. Involve them in what you're doing.
00:05:57.440 Talk about it at the dinner table because every donation made, every moment volunteered and every
00:06:03.360 effort you give is not just a contribution. It's a lesson to the generations that follow.
00:06:09.680 We're not just fighting battles. We're building a legacy of courage and unity that will echo long
00:06:17.440 after us. The change that we all long for begins with each of us choosing to act. And Tanya, thank you
00:06:26.000 for being a beacon of light and hope and reminding us of what it means to stand firm in the face of
00:06:31.920 adversity. Because of you, we are reminded that even the smallest of acts of courage can spark a fire of
00:06:38.480 hope. And together we can create a future where truth, freedom and faith prevail. So tonight,
00:06:45.920 let's reignite that passion and determination that brought us together in the first place and ensure
00:06:50.640 that 2025 is a year of renewed action, strength and purpose. And I would like to start that wave of
00:06:57.760 support by offering the first hundred dollars of the evening. And I hope that it will encourage others to
00:07:02.560 step up and do the same. And Tanya, the core team and to all of the action for Canada volunteers,
00:07:10.000 keep up the good fight. This country needs you more now than ever. You are an inspiration to those around
00:07:16.320 you. And what you do is highly contagious in a good way. Do not ever underestimate the impact of
00:07:24.080 every little thing that you do. Thank you for making this world a better place. It does not go unnoticed.
00:07:32.640 Wishing all of you fierce lines a very Merry Christmas. Stay blessed.
00:07:37.760 Thank you, Danielle. I didn't know completely what to expect tonight, but I'm sitting here
00:07:47.760 and just taking in all of your words. And I love what you say about the generations and that they're
00:07:56.240 watching us and how grateful I am to the past generations that fought for our freedoms. And we're
00:08:01.680 in that position today. And we just value you. I thank you for taking the time to come on the
00:08:07.760 show tonight. I thank you for donating the first hundred dollars. We pray that that will
00:08:13.040 be many more and that people will see the vision for the mission of what Action for Canada
00:08:17.760 is doing and accomplishing going into the new year. So God bless you so much and Merry Christmas.
00:08:23.360 God bless you too. Thank you everybody for what you're doing.
00:08:31.680 God bless you.
00:08:33.040 God bless you.