The National: At Issue Video Podcast

At Issue this week: Does a recent string of insults and attacks in the House of Commons signal that an ugly election campaign is coming? The Parti Québécois pitches independence to anglophone voters. Plus, another would-be Conservative nominee alleges the party meddled in the process.

At Issue this week | The Liberals introduce new legislation to address foreign meddling, but it may not be ready for the next election. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's two-sided relationship with lobbyists. Plus, federal public sector workers push back on having more time in the office.

At Issue this week: The Liberal government goes on a pre-budget charm offensive with a new tone and messaging about ‘fairness.' Several premiers appear before committees to criticize the upcoming carbon tax hike. Plus, testimony begins in Canada's foreign interference inquiry.

At Issue this week: The Conservatives table a no-confidence vote over the carbon tax. The NDP's controversial motion on the Middle East. Plus, is it too late for the Liberal government to fix its procurement problems?

Looking back at the legacy of Brian Mulroney, a former prime minister who is remembered for the humanity of his politics and his willingness to tackle big issues, as well as major — and divisive — moves on taxes and trade.

At Issue this week: The federal Liberals are set to announce a bill to make the internet safer for kids, something the Opposition says limits free speech. Quebec asks for $1 billion to handle the growing costs of asylum seekers. Plus, the head of the firm at the centre of the ArriveCan affair summoned to Parliament.

At Issue this week: Canada's auditor general finds 'glaring disregard' for the rules in how the Liberal government commissioned the ArriveCan app during the pandemic. Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says the government will build roads. And a Liberal MP rips his government's approach to the conflict in the Gaza Strip in a private call.

At Issue this week: The debate over Alberta's gender policies lands on Parliament Hill, with Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre saying he doesn't support trans kids taking puberty blockers. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh threatens to pull out of a deal with the Liberals over pharmacare. Plus, Bell Media blames its recent layoffs on the government.

At Issue this week: Alberta introduces new policies restricting access to gender-affirming care for minors and requiring parental consent for pronoun and name changes at school. The Liberals consider a carbon-tax rebrand. Plus, the Conservative party's record-setting year of fundraising.

At Issue this week: Quebec's premier asks Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to slow the influx of asylum seekers, saying his province is at a 'breaking point.' Extreme cold strains Alberta's power grid, and provincial leaders blame Ottawa's focus on green energy. Plus, Rachel Notley steps down as leader of the Alberta NDP.

At Issue this week: The legacy of former NDP leader Ed Broadbent, who died Thursday at 87. New documents show the federal government was warned two years ago that high immigration levels could affect housing costs. Plus, Saskatchewan's carbon tax showdown.

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland presented a trimmed-down economic update aimed at avoiding a recession and trying to spur affordable housing development, but is it enough to help struggling Canadians?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignites Israeli backlash after urging ‘maximum restraint' in its war against Hamas. Plus, how worried should the Liberals be about low polling numbers? And is the national pharmacare plan in jeopardy?

With the escalating war between Israel and Hamas, how important is it for Justin Trudeau and Pierre Poilievre to maintain a united front? What's the state of the NDP and its deal with the Liberals? Plus, what an RCMP investigation into the plan to develop Ontario's Greenbelt could mean for Doug Ford and his government.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologized on behalf of Canada for the House Speaker's decision to invite a Ukrainian man who fought for Nazi Germany to Parliament. Is it enough to fix the political damage, and how has it impacted Canada's international reputation?

At Issue is Canada's most-watched political panel, hosted by CBC Chief Political Correspondent Rosemary Barton and featuring leading political journalists; Chantal Hebert, Andrew Coyne, Althia Raj and Elamin Abdelmahmoud.

Allegations over the killing of a pro-Khalistan Canadian activist have heightened tensions between Canada and India, so where does the relationship go from here? Plus, was the Ontario government's reversal on the Greenbelt land swap too late?

With Canadians struggling with the cost of housing, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced new funding to build homes and a plan to remove GST on new construction of rental apartments, something the Opposition says is overdue. But are these moves enough to help Canadians?

The end of summer brought with it a new political narrative, with increasing pressure on the Liberal government to help Canadians through an affordability crisis — something the Conservatives have been successfully leveraging. How concerned should the Liberals be about this shifting momentum?

At Issue | Justin Trudeau has overhauled his cabinet in one of his most significant shuffles since becoming prime minister. What was Trudeau trying to accomplish with the moves, and will it work?

The opposition is calling for Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino's job after his office failed to inform him of serial killer Paul Bernardo's transfer to a medium-security prison. Plus, what's next in the investigation into foreign interference and will there be a public inquiry?

Does Pierre Poilievre's pushback on the Liberal budget signal a shift in priorities for the Conservatives? Plus, what more we learned this week about David Johnston's decision not to call a public inquiry.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has passed a motion calling for David Johnston to leave his role probing foreign interference allegations, but Johnston says he's not done as special rapporteur. Plus, what does the boost in RCMP protection for senior government ministers and public servants say about our political climate?

In her victory speech, newly re-elected Premier Danielle Smith vowed to stand up against federal policies that she says undermined Alberta, including ambitious green energy plans. Should the Trudeau government be worried?

Will the NDP pull their support for the Liberals over their refusal to hold a public inquiry on foreign interference? Plus, Albertans head to the polls on May 29. How will it shape the future of the province and its relationship with Ottawa?

David Johnston has ruled out calling a public inquiry into foreign interference and Prime Minister Trudeau says his government will follow that recommendation. But is it the right move politically? And what happens next?

The Liberals have tabled new legislation to tighten the bail system and target repeat violent offenders, but will these new measures lead to a safer Canada? Plus, Quebec politicians are taking a firm stance against a federal promise to increase immigration saying it could harm the province.

Canada expelled a Chinese diplomat accused of foreign interference, and China quickly retaliated. What does the move say about the government's approach to foreign policy? Plus, Alberta calls on the military to help fight wildfires. Is it time to postpone the provincial election?

Conservative MP Michael Chong is demanding an explanation and action after reports that he and his family were targeted by China and one of its diplomats living in Toronto. Plus, how are the Liberals planning to re-energize the party?

At Issue | The federal government has agreed to give Volkswagen up to $13 billion in subsidies over the next decade as part of a deal to get the company to build a massive EV battery plant in Southern Ontario. Plus, could underspending on NATO defence targets damage Canada's reputation?

At Issue this week | Justin Trudeau marks 10 years as leader of the Liberals. Is he still the best option to lead the party? Plus, The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation's board and president have resigned, saying politicization has made it impossible to do its work. How is this damaging for the Liberals?

After closing Roxham Road and securing a bunch of jobs for Quebec, the relationship between Premier François Legault and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau seems to be on the upswing. What could the changing dynamic mean for the Liberals, and how might it impact the Conservatives as they try to gain ground in the province?

Three years after 22 people were killed in a mass shooting in Nova Scotia, an inquiry has condemned the RCMPs response, calling for a major overhaul of the force.

The 2023 Federal budget is out, but does it show the fiscal restraint the Liberals say it does? And how does it help Canadians deal with inflation and affordability?

How does MP Han Dong's surprise resignation from Liberal caucus affect calls for a public inquiry into foreign interference? Plus, Joe Biden's visit to Canada and the potential for progress on some key issues.

Assessing whether Justin Trudeau's call for a special rapporteur in response to reports of foreign meddling in Canada's elections was the right move. Plus, Pierre Poilevre's defence of Conservative MPs who dined with a far-right German politician.

Reports of foreign interference in Canadian elections have made headlines this week. There's a growing push for a public inquiry, but is one needed and what could the public learn from it?

The federal government is facing calls to close the irregular border crossing at Quebec's Roxham Road to asylum seekers, but what options does it have? Plus, should the Liberals share more information about possible Chinese interference in our elections?

An inquiry into the unprecedented use of the Emergencies Act releases its final report, finding that the federal government met the high legal threshold for invoking the act. Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accuses Justin Trudeau of ignoring Chinese interference in the last federal election.

RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki announces her retirement from the top position, but it comes after calls for her resignation over allegations of political interference and mishandling of the force's response to the convoy protest. Plus, MP Greg Fergus becomes the latest Liberal caught violating ethics rules.

Canada's premiers are set to meet next week to discuss the federal government's health-care funding offer. Provinces are still saying it's not enough money, but even premiers who have been vocal opponents of the prime minister seem ready to take it. Plus, is Canada doing enough to stay competitive as Joe Biden pushes his 'Buy American' policy?

The federal government is promising to increase health-care funding to provinces and territories by more than $196B over 10 years, but only $46B of that is new money, and well below what the premieres had been asking for.

The Liberal cabinet gets a dire warning about Canada's economic outlook, but are they prepared for an impending slowdown? Plus, assessing Pierre Poilievre's claim that Canada is broken, and whether his message is appealing to potential voters.

Ontario has announced more surgeries will be performed at for-profit clinics, but what does this mean for negotiations about the health-care transfer? Plus, what does Pierre Poilievre's tour of Quebec say about his support in the region?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with his U.S. and Mexican counterparts as all three countries try to strengthen ties in the face of global uncertainty. Plus, former finance minister Bill Morneau delivers some blunt criticism of his former boss in his new memoir.

The At Issue panel answers audience questions about some of the biggest issues in Canadian politics this year and for the year ahead.

A breakdown of the biggest moments that shaped Canada's political landscape this year and the leaders who stepped up and surprised us. Plus, a look ahead to challenges and people to watch for in 2023.

Will NDP leader Jagmeet Singh's threat to abandon support for the Liberals actually move the needle on Canada's health-care crisis? Plus, what a Liberal win in the Mississauga-Lakeshore byelection means for Pierre Poilievre's momentum.

Canada's auditor general releases a report on federal COVID-19 spending, praising the speed of the response but also finding billions in aid was sent to ineligible recipients. Plus, December's high stakes Toronto-area byelection and what it could mean for the federal parties.

The At Issue panel discusses Danielle Smith's Alberta Sovereignty Act, which would let provincial authorities ignore federal laws and policies, and whether they expect it to pass the legislature. Plus, what does this new act mean for the relationship between Ottawa and the provinces?

The At Issue panel discusses what has been revealed at the Emergencies Act inquiry during a key week of testimony from cabinet ministers and what to expect when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testifies on Friday.