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John Walker's avatar

Hey folks, the following is one of the reasons I wantedSamCooper to contact me.

2 elections ago, here in B.C. the NDP defeated the Liberal Party. It was reported that the B.C. Office discovered irregularities in the NDP fundraising tactics…..and reported it to the NDP that had been safely elected. To make it look “transparent”…. the NDP were then forced to order an investigation known as the “NDP Fundraising Probe”.. Hell, they even pick a “special prosecutor”… to review the resulting RCMP report on the Probe.

Guess what folks? The results of the RCMP investigation…… were not released until ….”AFTER” the NDP were elected for the “second term”. Convenient for the NDP, woukd you not say?

Now for the strange part.

The B.C. Prosecution Service….. in conjunction with “special Prosecutor”…. reviewed the RCMP report on the Probe. Hey….. no problem here…. everything OK…. no charges recommended. Yup, this coming from a branch of a “government ministry” being the B.C. Prosecution Service…. filled with government paid lawyers. And aaahh yes….. the “special prosecutor”…. for transparency purposes. Well, I don’t know about this one, but if it was anything like the……”first” special prosecutor in the NDP Bingogate Scandal that took place years ago…… when he cleared Stupich of any wrongdoing from an RCMP investigation…… the “special prosecutor”….. was quietly promoted to a judge in the courts of B.C.

Smelling a rat….. I made a FOI request to the BCPS for the RCMP report on the NDP Fundraising probe. Guess what folks? The BCPS claimed the office “returned it to the RCMP”. I ask you.. why would they return that report and keep on file ALL other police reports?

I then made a FOI request to B.C. Election Office for their report to government that led to the Fundraising Probe. Guess what folks? Election B.C. are unable to recall the event. Sure!

SAM COOPER….. I ENCOURAGE YOU TO GO AFTER BOTH THE BCPS AND THE B.C. ELECTION OFFICE FOR THE RCMP REPORT TO ESTABLISH IF THE CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY WERE SOMEHOW INVOLVED IN THE NDP FUNDRAISING, IN ORDER TO HAVE THE NDP ELECTED.

In other words….. the same crap that went on federally to have the Trudeau Liberals elected.

I highly suspect that such is the case.

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Pauline Chartrand's avatar

I am 100% sure that this is how Carney got elected. That guy shows off out of nowhere, no one knows him and he win the election!! Come on, most Canadians are normies, but there is a limit.

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Kal Zurkan's avatar

Hey John, that's good research! Without even going deep into it, you can see that the NDP in this province are puppets who have neither concern nor obligation to serve the public- and the puppeteers certainly have no conscience. It's been that way for decades but started in earnest with Glenn Clark in the 90's (after he f*d up the province and the forest industry, he gets hired by Jim Patisson). Back to today- who is our opposition against the NDP?- that conservative guy- his name starts with a "B", he said about 2 months ago the conservatives could not speak out against the Chinese because if the conservatives ever did get into power here, they would need the Chinese (PRC) support just like Ebby does. He had huge support up to late on election day last fall, then it suddenly went down the toilet. Do you think dishonesty at this depth will ever stop?

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Bjarne Tokerud Bookseller's avatar

A non NDP MLA might have the clout to get the reports.

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James Schwartz's avatar

This is shocking to say the least. Does the investment score include Carney’s Brookfield investments? If not including them would make that score much higher. Canada may as well be CCP/2

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WatZ_In_Ur_Head?'s avatar

China owns the Liberal Party of Canada.

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Jerry Grant's avatar

I have assumed for some time that we have politicians and senior bureaucrats on the CCP payroll. I am starting to think the same for Qatar.

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Pauline Chartrand's avatar

According to CSIC whistleblower there are at least 50 politicians involve with the CCP in our government. Heard it on Northern Perspective and it floored me because Trudeau had raised this issue stating that 11 politicians were involve with the CCP.

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Bjarne Tokerud Bookseller's avatar

Not sure what you mean by “we.” This book comes recommended, apparently. Title: Chinese Espionage Operations and Tactics. Eftimiades, Mr. Nicholas. Grok results clearly incomplete. I doubt anyone here has time to inform you in an encyclopedic manner that would serve as evidence in a trial. If you aspire to espionage and counter intelligence, CSIS is hiring. Then you will become “we.” Sarcasm deliberate. Show us your cards.

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Robin's avatar

What are some specific examples of China's influence on our society?

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Maurice Pratt's avatar

When you say “China” you probably mean the CCP, right?

There’s so many places to look for answers to this question. Here’s one example of the effect of that influence has had on Uyghur Canadians: https://www.ourcommons.ca/Content/Committee/432/SDIR/Brief/BR10903721/br-external/AnonymousAuthor1-e.pdf

It’s a long description, but if you focus on the section (on page 5 & 6) entitled “Common concern by Uyghur Canadians”, you’ll find a specific example. There are many more.

Probably the best source for answers to your question is here at The Bureau which has many releases where Sam Cooper identifies the myriad ways the CCP tries to undermine Canadian society.

I also found “Claws of the Panda” by Jonathan Manthorpe to be very helpful in understanding the history of that influence: https://opencanada.org/claws-of-the-panda/

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Jerry Grant's avatar

Don't forget Wilful blindness, by Sam Cooper!

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Robin's avatar

Yes I meant the CCP. The anonymous letter is concerned for Uyghurs in China. The claws of the panda refer to students with military ties to China working in STEM. What I want to know are the specific methods the CCP uses, not just through media, but other methods, to influence Canadian society as a whole, and what their specific desired outcome for a specific strategy is.

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Bjarne Tokerud Bookseller's avatar

See Bureau archives. Brimming with examples.

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Jerry Grant's avatar

I guess you are new to Sam's reporting.

Election interference, TikTok, fentanyl (and every other drug), money laundering, real estate, corruption off the top of my head.

I can elaborate on these.

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Robin's avatar

Again I didn't ask about media (tik tok) or the economy (laundering/fentanyl and real estate).

I was referring to the graph Sam Cooper has in the article referring to society at 75% of a total achievable amount. Yes please elaborate on specific examples of what the CCP has done here in Canada.

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Maurice Pratt's avatar

I didn’t understand that from your original question. I thought it was a simple generic query.

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Bjarne Tokerud Bookseller's avatar

Why does anyone have to elaborate or justify what is already embedded. Read backwards. Purchase a copy of WB by Sam Cooper as suggested. Or, ask Grok!

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Robin's avatar
6hEdited

I have been a reader of Sam's work since the beginning, and a paid subscriber for well over a year in order to support him. No examples come to mind for society that don't fall more into another category on the graph.

Grok's only examples was the UFWD infiltrated and funded Chinese-Canadian community groups (CTCCO, Huazhu Overseas Chinese Service Centre in Toronto) to promote PRC loyalty, monitor dissidents, and create a perception of unified diaspora support for Beijing, Targeting Hong Kong and Uyghur Activists, and Overseas Chinese Affairs Office (OCAO) Operations.

There are no examples of targeting Canadian society at large. Why don't you provide any examples if they are so numerous? I want to know some of their tactics so we can counter them.

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Jerry Grant's avatar

I see what you are getting at. And apologies for my earlier snide "new here" comment.

I would argue that fentanyl is primarily a societal rather than economic issue (although BC and many of our mandarins are dependent on it).

Fentanyl takes lives, either figuratively or literally.

Mass immigration is another societal issue, but I suspect that is funded by Qatar et Al.

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Bjarne Tokerud Bookseller's avatar

This is what I got from Grok, not Deep Seek. Cheers.

Allegations of Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Interference in Canadian Society

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has faced numerous allegations of interfering in Canadian society, primarily through political, economic, and community-based channels. These claims stem from Canadian intelligence reports, media investigations, and parliamentary inquiries, though the Chinese government consistently denies them, asserting that such accusations are unfounded and that any activities are lawful diplomatic efforts. Below are key examples drawn from various sources, focusing on substantiated claims while noting denials and the context of ongoing debates.

1. Election Interference in 2019 and 2021 Federal Elections

One of the most prominent allegations involves the CCP's efforts to influence Canadian federal elections. According to Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) reports, the People's Republic of China (PRC) engaged in "clandestine and deceptive" activities to support candidates perceived as sympathetic to Beijing, particularly from the Liberal Party, while undermining others, such as Conservative candidates. This included pressuring Chinese consulates in Canada to mobilize support, spreading misinformation through Chinese-language media, and potentially funneling funds indirectly.fe36f4 For instance, a CSIS brief cited an unnamed CCP consulate official stating that the Liberal Party was seen as more favorable, leading to targeted support.9ac8bb The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) special report confirmed pervasive foreign interference by the PRC in these elections, though it noted that the overall outcomes were not altered.f4a35186b42d Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged attempts at meddling but stated it was "improbable" that Beijing preferred one party and that election integrity held.0d4921c4785f The Chinese government has rejected these claims, calling them baseless and politically motivated.aba3d8

2. Harassment and Intimidation of Canadian Communities

Reports highlight routine harassment of Canadians with ties to China, including those of Chinese origin, to suppress dissent against the CCP. This includes blackmail, threats, and coercion to prevent participation in protests or criticism of Beijing. For example, diaspora communities have reported being targeted to align with CCP narratives, with some facing repercussions for family members in China.35b72d705234 Public Safety Canada has noted that the CCP threatens national interests and values, particularly affecting Chinese-origin Canadians.313fca In response, Chinese officials have dismissed these as exaggerations, emphasizing that their diaspora engagement is cultural and voluntary.78e179

3. United Front Work Department (UFWD) Activities

The CCP's United Front Work Department is accused of conducting political warfare in Canada by infiltrating community groups, business networks, and political circles to advance Beijing's interests. This includes co-opting influential figures in ethnic Chinese communities and using them to influence policy or public opinion. A CSIS analysis detailed how the UFWD tracks and shapes narratives, with resources amplified under Xi Jinping's leadership.df687fa74f8b06614d Investigations by think tanks like the Macdonald-Laurier Institute have linked this to broader CCP reach into Canadian elections and society.33c3a8 China counters that the UFWD promotes unity and cultural exchange, not interference.8740f9

4. Overseas Police Stations and Surveillance

The CCP has been accused of operating unauthorized "overseas police service stations" in Canada, ostensibly for administrative services like driver's license renewals but allegedly used for monitoring and intimidating dissidents. NSICOP and CSIS reports identified these as tools for foreign interference, with at least a few confirmed in Canadian cities.9fa34f This ties into broader transnational repression, including against Hong Kong pro-democracy activists in Canada.a2e20b6f3d55 Beijing has denied any coercive intent, claiming these stations provide legitimate consular support and comply with local laws.1851ee

5. Media and Misinformation Influence

Allegations extend to controlling or aligning Chinese-language media in Canada with CCP propaganda. During the 2021 election, reports claimed CCP influence led to biased coverage favoring certain candidates and spreading disinformation, such as against Conservative MP Kenny Chiu's proposed Foreign Influence Registry Act.3fdc9a68a7715e085b Broader surveys indicate deepening CCP grip through media infiltration, with North America emerging as a vulnerable front.2a8b50 Chinese officials argue that media alignments reflect community preferences, not directed interference.efd123

These examples are based on declassified intelligence, journalistic investigations, and official inquiries, but they remain contentious. A 2025 public inquiry found no evidence of "traitors" in Parliament and affirmed the resilience of Canadian institutions, though it criticized slow government responses and recommended reforms.45ce3359ca15 China maintains that all allegations are smears aimed at containing its rise, and no formal charges have resulted in convictions tied directly to CCP directives.f1488d For a fuller picture, perspectives from stakeholders like CSIS, affected communities, and Chinese diplomats highlight the complexity of distinguishing legitimate diplomacy from undue influence.

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