Ep 7 CDN vs American Prepping
Eric –Welcome to episode #7 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast…CDN vs American Prepping….My name is Eric, and I’m the host of the show.  I am based in southern Ontario. I’m a hunter, target shooter, HAM radio operator (VE3EPN), and computer geek. I got into preparedness when I was working front line in emergency services and witnessed an over reliance on Emergency Services during major events, such has ice storms, power outages, etc. I started a small preparedness company to help get people prepared and able to look after themselves for at least 72 hours, if not longer.
Ian – My name is Ian, co-host of the show.  I live on Vancouver Island, on a small hobby farm.   I am an outdoor enthusiast, target shooter, reloader, and my farm’s designated handyman.
I have had a lifelong interest in preparedness, and I am gladly learning new skills on a regular basis.  My professional background has allowed me to see every province and territory in Canada, and has taught me to prepare for various unexpected situations daily.  I should also add this podcast has taught me I talk fast, and that I need to enunciate…...
Eric – We have some great content for you in this episode, We’re going to start off with some news articles relating to preparedness and the outdoors. Next we will be letting you know how we’ve improved our preparedness since our last episode, ,  and then were going to get into the main topic for this episode, Differences in prepping between the US and Canada.
NEWS:
 
This may take a while.  
Riots in France, and Europe (Not really about a gas tax, is it?)
-grey man’s worst case scenario
-Caught in a crowd, separated from loved ones worst case trampled (Stanley cup riots)
- use of incapacitating gas or microwave/ sonic crowd dispersers
-Avoid a criminal charge (maybe No PAL)  Definitely No NICS
-will affect your job or social standing
-provides a cover for other crimes to occur
 
IMF heads says we are heading for a depression, and are not prepared for it.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/thenational/national-today-newsletter-imf-warns-kevin-hart-grow-light-1.4939070
Inflation hits over 1 million % in Venezuela
https://www.rt.com/business/446144-venezuela-hyperinflation-over-million-parliament/
(But you can always buy a “Petro” cryptocurrency LOL)
Gas is paid for by items, not cash…..
WHAT WE’VE DONE LATELY
Ian - IP/plastics for some gamma lids and buckets, to compliment the rice we bought and the  Mylar bags I ordered.
Had an rare meetup with a local prepper.  Turns out we have known each other for over 20 years.  
Arranged with a local arborist to remove a couple high risk trees.  Removes potential fire hazard/ builds fire break, increases wood stockpile, and reduces the chance I will damage my house when knocking it down :). Peace of mind, cost savings for heat.  Wood shavings & food for the alpacas.
Target shooting….Got cancelled due to a minor SHTF moment, had to get a new passport.
Importance of community, etc



Eric -  Got out the range last night for the first time in ages. . . put 100 rounds of 9mm down range and mostly on target!
Completed the podcast challenge, have enough fuel stored now



Main topic- Differences between countries in prepping.  (Thx to Brad)
-right vs privileges to bear arms
-property rights, emergency management act, and your supplies.
-likelihood of running into a CCW, whether good or bad guy.  More people with truck guns.
-education level.  Ignorance of world events versus local
Material costs for prepping ?  Ammunition, food, etc. amazon.com vs .ca
Even availability of books!
Trespass laws - Castle law versus “citizens self defense and protection of property act”
Less of a social stigma in the US towards prepping
Variety of climates in both.  To generalize the lower 48 has water and heat issues.  We have cold and growing season issues.
Solar efficiency better in the US,  basic angles. Seasonal changes minimized
Food storage climate friendlier in Canada.  
--Politeness level?