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CTV National News is Canada's most-watched national news program.  Now you can stay up date with CTV’s Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor Lisa LaFlamme Monday to Friday with the CTV National News Podcast, delivered nightly.  Listen to Canada’s most trusted newscast featuring stories from here and around the world with a perspective that is distinctly Canadian and backed by the #1 news organization in Canada.

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    CTV National News for Sunday, April 19, 2026: Trump continues threatening Iran's infrastructure

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 23:25


    Despite the second round of peace talks set to start, U.S. President Trump has made new threats against Iran’s energy and power plants; PM Carney’s new address covered U.S. relations and ‘forward guidance,’ but the message didn’t land with certain Conservatives; Sudanese refugees living in Canada are calling on the federal government to call for peace in the region; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 18, 2026: Confusion surrounding Strait of Hormuz continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 23:14


    Confusion and tensions rise as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz just one day after it was allegedly partially re-opened; residents in the Ottawa-Gatineau region are building sandbag walls with hopes to minimize flooding in their homes; Health Canada warns against unregulated and unverified peptide sales as consumers flock to get the product online; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 17, 2026: U.S. blockade to remain, despite Strait of Hormuz reopening

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 23:08


    Adrian Ghobrial reports on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and what the next steps are as negotiations continue between Iran and the U.S. to end the war; Andrew Johnson explains how the posthumous portrayal of actor Val Kilmer in the upcoming movie ‘As Deep as the Grave’, blurs the lines between reality and AI; Omar Sachedina sits down with Canadian men's national soccer team head coach Jesse Marsch in the first of 12 profiles.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 16, 2026: Several parts of Canada under flood warnings after days of pounding rain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 23:32


    Adrian Ghobrial looks at the impact heavy rains have had on parts of Ontario and Quebec, prompting one Ontario town to declare a state of emergency; Judy Trinh has more on a Canadian man's firsthand experience being detained by ICE and what happened behind the scenes to aid his release; Mike Le Couteur reports on the potential opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge following controversy involving U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this year.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Canadian detained at 'Alligator Alcatraz' deported

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 23:41


    CTV News confirms that two Canadians are detained at a Florida immigration centre. Douglas Dixon, arrested in February, is now being deported back to Canada; Two Royal Canadian Navy members face multiple charges after a probe into a petty officer’s death. The incident occurred near Halifax last year, and questions arise over platforms letting users bet on politics, sports, and the economy. However, it's not available in Canada yet, and critics hope it stays that way.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 14, 2026: PM Carney temporarily suspends federal gas tax

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 23:37


    After yesterday's byelection wins, PM Mark Carney announced a temporary pause of the federal gas tax starting Monday; Byelection victories secured a majority for PM Mark Carney and the Liberals, while raising concerns about declining Conservative support under Pierre Poilievre and advocates rally in Toronto for 'Equal Pay Day', calling to end pay discrimination and expand access to affordable childcare across Canada.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 13, 2026: Doly Begum win highlights Liberals' reach under Carney and secures majority

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 23:23


    Doly Begum’s win showcased the Liberals drawing support from both NDP and Conservatives to secure a majority, as the Liberals not only won in Scarborough-Southwest but the Liberals also retained University–Rosedale, with Danielle Martin securing a decisive victory.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 12, 2026: Trump makes bold threat against Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 23:28


    Trump posted on social media that the U.S. Navy will impose a blockade on ships going through the Strait of Hormuz beginning Monday morning; European airlines are expecting a jet fuel shortage in the upcoming weeks if the Strait of Hormuz does not re-open soon; fishers in Nova Scotia are concerned about how the ocean temperature may change this year’s catch; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 11, 2026: Artemis II crew completes historic mission

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 23:48


    The crew members, including Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, spoke about the stunning success of the mission; PM Carney delivers a powerful speech at the Liberal convention in Montreal; the U.S. and Iran have finished the first round of negotiations without finalizing a ceasefire deal; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 10, 2026: Artemis II returns to Earth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2026 23:21


    Four astronauts onboard the Artemis II have returned to Earth after their historic mission around the moon.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 9, 2026: Questions swirl over MP Marilyn Gladu's switch to Liberals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 23:27


    MP Marilyn Gladu faces more scrutiny after crossing the floor, as the Liberals gathered in Montreal for a policy convention, but the focus has become majority hopes and more potential floor crossings as the Liberals are eying wins in two ridings, but Terrebonne remains a wildcard.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 8, 2026: Liberals near majority as another Conservative MP crosses the floor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 27:57


    The Liberals only need one more seat to reach a majority after another floor crossing, with three byelections set for Monday. The newly agreed-upon truce looks fragile as U.S. and Iran both claim victory and tensions linger over oil routes and Lebanon’s role and as oil prices fell and markets rallied after news of the ceasefire, with people now wondering if gas prices will drop – and how soon relief could reach the pumps.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 7, 2026: Last‑minute ceasefire halts Trump's threats against Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 23:41


    An 11th‑hour ceasefire deal stalls U.S. President Trump’s warning that a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran rejects the terms by the deadline; Prime Minister Mark Carney suggested that Ottawa may step in to help consumers if gas prices don’t fall, hinting at potential federal relief measures; Conflict of interest questions arise over Minister François-Philippe Champagne’s ties to a government-funded high-speed rail project, prompting calls for an ethics review.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 6, 2026: Artemis II ventures farther into space than ever before

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 23:40


    The crew of Artemis II has officially broken the distance record for human travel from Earth;Trump says Iran 'could be taken out in one night' over Strait of Hormuz; Conservatives take a different approach with new ad campaign; Suspected romance scam victim faces up to 10 years in South Korean prison; and Cold spring slows maple syrup season, squeezing small producers.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 5, 2026: Missing U.S. military member found in Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 23:20


    A missing U.S. military member was found after his jet was shot down over Iran amid Trump’s continued threats towards the nation’s energy supply; advocates say pet owners may not realize how much work goes into taking care of a rabbit; Heather Butts speaks to Dr. Catherine Hansen about her husband’s space preparation ahead of the Artemis II launch; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 4, 2026: Canadian Jeremy Hansen provides update from space

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2026 23:26


    Jeremy Hansen provides an update on the Artemis II mission live from space; health care wait times are concerning Manitoba residents as hospital resources become more strained; Gagetown, New Brunswick, home of the second-largest military base in Canada, hopes the NATO spend will help build the community; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 3, 2026: Prices across the globe increase as the war in Iran escalates

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2026 23:12


    Judy Trinh examines how the war in Iran is driving up costs globally as well as the U.S. military bill after Iran shot down two U.S. aircraft on Friday; Kamil Karamali has more on the struggle some pre-construction condo buyers in Toronto are facing amid Canada's condo market downturn; Genevieve Beauchemin shares an inside look at the strategic reserve and how it is preventing a potential shortage during this year's slow production.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 2, 2026: Poilievre proposes Ottawa cut taxes on fuel amid surging prices

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 23:30


    Graham Richardson examines Pierre Poilievre's push for Ottawa to cut the federal tax on fuel until the end of 2026, as businesses and consumers feel the squeeze; John Vennavally-Rao has the latest on Artemis II's mission and what issues the crew encountered as they conducted a series of important tests; Andrew Johnson has more on the arrest made by Vancouver police and how widespread the issue of Pokémon card theft is becoming in Canada.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 1, 2026: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is set to become the first non-American beyond low Earth orbit on a historic mission around the Moon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 23:57


    Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is set to become the first non-American beyond low Earth orbit on a historic mission around the Moon; U.S. President Donald Trump says he plans to declare mission accomplished in Iran soon, while continuing to criticize NATO; Restrictions on American alcohol imports are driving demand for Canadian made spirits, giving local distilleries a major boost.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, March 31, 2026: Outspoken human rights champion Stephen Lewis dies at 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 23:54


    Former diplomat and noted advocate Stephen Lewis, father of new federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis, dies at 88 after a battle with cancer; As a new wave of strikes hit Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump tells allies facing high fuel costs to 'get their own oil, and as the Iran conflict continues to escalate, so do the prices at the pump.

    CTV National News for Monday, March 30, 2026: Ottawa and Ontario strike 'historic' deal to lower the cost of buying a home

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 23:21


    Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford struck a new housing agreement aimed at cutting costs for buyers; with Canadians feeling the pinch as the global conflict in the Middle East and seasonal changes prompt rising gas prices, and after winning the NDP leadership with A 56 per cent of the vote, Avi Lewis now faces the challenge of rebuilding the party after significant losses.

    CTV National News for Sunday, March 29, 2026: Avi Lewis wins federal NDP leadership race

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 23:19


    Delegates in Winnipeg express both excitement and disappointment as Avi Lewis won in a majority vote; the not-for-profit grocery store concept has been gaining momentum in New York City, but it’s unclear if Toronto will approve; Bill C-12 has now become law, changing the way Canada accepts immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, March 28, 2026: Protesters march for ‘No Kings' rally against Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2026 23:18


    Protestors in both Canada and the U.S. made their voices heard at today’s massive ‘No Kings’ rally, fans at today’s friendly match against Iceland say the massive amounts of traffic and construction at the stadium was a bother; Algonquin College says the closures are once again due to the cap in international student enrollment; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, March 27, 2026: Tiger Woods charged with DUI following rollover crash in Florida

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 23:27


    Joy Malbon has the latest on the arrest of golf legend Tiger Woods after he was taken into custody on Friday and charged with driving under the influence; The Toronto Blue Jays secured their first win of the season as they bested the Athletics in a 3-2 victory in their home opener at the Rogers Centre; Laura Brown shares the story of a family in New Brunswick who incurred a $20,000 hospital bill after a loved one waited 18 months for a nursing home bed.

    CTV National News for Thursday, March 26, 2026: Canada hits NATO spending target for the first time since the Cold War

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 23:25


    Judy Trinh examines the importance of the spending milestone and how Canada was able to meet the benchmark set by NATO; Liberal MP Michael Ma is facing scrutiny after an exchange with MP Margaret McCuaig-Johnson regarding forced labour in China. Annie Bergeron-Oliver explains; Abigail Bimman provides an update on a B.C. mother and her 7-year-old daughter who have been detained in a Texas ICE facility for 13 days.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, March 25, 2026: Meta and YouTube found liable for creating platforms to keep minors addicted

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 23:20


    Joy Malbon reports on the landmark case that could set a precedent for big tech after a jury found Meta and YouTube created platforms to keep minors addicted; Kathy Le has the latest on an investigation by the RCMP into current and former members of Calgary's City Council, including former mayor Jyoti Gondek; Laura Brown reports on the show of encouragement for women after Fredericton, N.B., City Coun. Cassandra LeBlanc brought her 7-week-old daughter to a meeting.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, March 24, 2026: New details suggest Air Canada plane crash could have been preventable

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 23:30


    Adrian Ghobrial reports on the investigation into the plane crash that killed two pilots and injured dozens of others at LaGuardia airport; Allison Bamford reports on the factors contributing to the labour shortage in certain sectors, such as the service industry, for Canadian small businesses; Calgarians are rallying against a rezoning policy which allows for more housing types on a single property. Kathy Le has more on why thousands want it repealed.

    CTV National News for Monday, March 23, 2026: Pilots killed in deadly Air Canada crash at LaGuardia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 23:42


    New details emerge after an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia, killing both pilots, causing delays across multiple airports even after operations resumed, and a major legal battle begins as the Supreme Court reviews Quebec’s controversial Bill 21 and the use of the notwithstanding clause.

    CTV National News for Sunday, March 22, 2026: Iran promises retaliation after Trump's threat

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 23:09


    Iran has promised to further close the Strait of Hormuz in response to Trump promising to ‘obliterate’ energy sites; airlines say they’re adjusting prices and scheduling due to the war in the Middle East impacting fuel prices; Steve’s Music Store on Queen St. W. has now shut down due to increasing financial pressures; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, March 21, 2026: Trump promises to ‘obliterate' parts of Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 23:08


    Trump’s latest threat against Iran, posted to social media, is adding to tensions in the global energy market; five grocery stores throughout the country are facing fines over improper label use, with some customers saying the feel misled; one Saskatchewan food bank is hoping an accessible cooking class will help parents teach kids how to make affordable meals; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, March 20, 2026: Is India involved in foreign interference in Canada?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 23:25


    U.S. forces are intensifying strikes on Iran and deploying more troops to the Persian Gulf, as tensions escalate; Iran is warning global targets could be at risk, raising concerns about possible attacks beyond the Middle East; Ontario plans to introduce legislation banning ticket resellers from charging more than face value to level the playing field for fans.

    CTV National News for Thursday, March 19, 2026: Is India involved in foreign interference in Canada?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 23:25


    Clashing narrative between the RCMP and CSIS over foreign interference in Canada from India; Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has appeared on Joe Rogan's wildly popular but sometimes controversial podcast; Heavy rain in metro Vancouver triggered a landslide that left people trapped inside multiple homes. Plus, where does Canada fall in the World Happiness Ranking?

    CTV National News for Wednesday, March 18, 2026: Two teens arrested in separate provinces for allegedly plotting school attacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 23:30


    Police in Manitoba and Nova Scotia have uncovered an alleged cross-Canada plot by two teens to simultaneously attack two schools. Paul Hollingsworth reports; Two men have been arrested following a response by NORAD to escort two international flights headed to Montreal due to a 'security incident.' ; Abigail Bimman has the latest on a Canadian mother and daughter who are apparently being held in an ICE detention centre following a routine stop in Texas.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, March 17, 2026: Trump blasts NATO on Iran, says U.S. needs no help

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 23:27


    U.S. President Donald Trump says America no longer needs allied support in its war with Iran; British Columbia’s push to recruit U.S. health workers is paying off, but critics say shortages remain; Canadian home sales fell again in February with prices slipping in some regions, though a spring rebound is expected.

    CTV National News for Monday, March 16, 2026: Trump doubles down on demand for allies to help open the Strait of Hormuz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 23:26


    Joy Malbon has more on the response from U.S. President Donald Trump after his call on NATO allies to assist in Iran was met with resistance; Annie Bergeron-Oliver examines Canada's inflation numbers from February and why some experts are warning that there could be a spike due to the war in Iran; Genevieve Beauchemin has the details after Montrealers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski took home an Oscar for their animated short film.

    CTV National News for Sunday, March 15, 2026: Israel strikes Lebanon as Middle East war continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 23:49


    PM Carney’s Nordic trip focused heavily on safety, Arctic security, sovereignty, and more; Israel says the recent fatal strikes into Lebanon were targeting Hezbollah, a military group backed by Iran; One Alberta family says her family has been feeling ‘hopeless’ as they attempt to leave Qatar; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, March 14, 2026: Al-Quds Day protestors take to the streets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2026 23:08


    The controversial annual rally was met with counter protestors and a strong police presence in downtown Montreal; Heather Wright reports from Türkiye, where NATO military technology has been essential in intercepting air-based attacks; Carney’s visit to Norway coincides with the one-year anniversary of the day he was sworn in as prime minister; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, March 13, 2026: Rising death toll, massive new deployment in Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 23:25


    Joy Malbon has more on the war in Iran, including America’s grisly message about Iran’s new supreme leader. Heather Wright reports from Istanbul, where NATO says it intercepted an Iranian missile headed toward Turkiye. And as Paul Hollingsworth explains, the spike in global oil prices could soon be felt beyond the pump.

    CTV National News for Thursday, March 12, 2026: Carney announces $35B plan to defend, build, and transform Canada's Arctic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 23:29


    Judy Trinh reports on where the government's ambitious investment into Canada’s northern defences are going and when development will begin; Rachel Aiello examines what's at stake amid the federal government's latest push for a bill that would give police powers to access to online information; Joy Malbon has the latest after an armed shooter reportedly attempted to ram a vehicle with explosives inside into a Detroit synagogue on Thursday.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, March 11, 2026: Latest floor crossing prompts mixed reactions in Ottawa

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 23:31


    Mike Le Couteur gauges the reaction in Ottawa following NDP MP Lori Idlout's crossing the floor to the Liberals, putting the party two seats shy of a majority; First Nations chiefs from western Canada met with King Charles on Wednesday to reaffirm their relationships with the crown. Kathy Le explains; Genevieve Beauchemin has the latest on a slow-moving storm across Canada that could affect millions, causing disruptions and delays due to freezing rain.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, March 10, 2026: NDP MP Lori Idlout crosses the floor to the Liberals

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 23:24


    NDP Leader Don Davies announced Tuesday that Nunavut NDP MP Lori Idlout has crossed the floor to the Liberals, edging the party closer to a majority; Rahim Ladhani has more on the investigation and the reactions from officials after shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto; Joy Malbon examines the mixed messaging from the Trump administration regarding when the war in Iran will end, as U.S. strikes intensify.

    CTV National News for Monday, March 9, 2026: Trump claims war in Iran will be over 'very soon'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 23:27


    U.S. President Donald Trump says the war with Iran will be over 'very soon', adding that 'it's the beginning of building a new country.' Adrian Ghobrial reports from the Kapikoy border crossing between Turkiye and Iran, as hundreds of families, including Canadians, flee to safety; Ottawa announces a nearly billion-dollar pledge by the federal government that aims to grow Canada's domestic drone and aerospace tech sectors. Mike Le Couteur has the details.

    CTV National News for Sunday, March 8, 2026: War in Iran worsens as more people flee the region

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 23:16


    As the war in Iran continues, more people are attempting to flee by seeking safe passage into Türkiye; a Canadian woman with a Palestinian husband says their families’ options for finding safety are limited; the federal government has officially called for three byelections, with two seats historically in Liberal stronghold; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, March 7, 2026: Canadians leave Middle East as violence increases

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 23:34


    Adrian Ghobrial reports from Istanbul, Turkiye, where Canadians are anxious to leave the Middle East as violence grows; Canadians arriving back to Toronto say the United Arab Emirates helped get them on a flight back home; community members are calling for Toronto police to do more to fight antisemitism in the region; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, March 6, 2026: PM Mark Carney strengthens Canada-Japan ties with new strategic partnership

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 23:21


    Abigail Bimman reports from Tokyo as Canada and Japan announce a new partnership to boost trade, energy, and defence cooperation. Canadians arrive at Pearson Airport after fleeing rising tensions in the Middle East amid limited flights as airlines suspend routes. Beth Macdonell reports. John Vennavally-Rao has more on the Canadian athletes participating in the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games as they aim to bring home gold.

    CTV National News for Thursday, March 5, 2026: Middle East war widens, and President Trump says he must help choose Iran's next leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 23:08


    Iran adds Azerbaijan to its targets as the U.S. and Israel carry out strikes, while Canadians continue to seek escape routes; U.S. President Trump now says he must be involved in picking Iran’s next leader, and PM Mark Carney left the door open to joining NATO allies in the Middle East.

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