The Vassy Kapelos Show

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced over a billion dollars in public money to support Canada's Forestry sector, as it struggles under the weight of U.S. tariffs. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Eric Johnson, a Vice-President with the Forest Products Association of Canada, about the hurdles that today's industry is facing. On today's show: The federal government's new housing agency, 'Build Canada Homes', will launch sometime this Fall. What is it, and what will it do? Mike Moffatt, a housing policy expert, fills us in. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham answers this week's 'Explainer' question: Why are Texas Democrats facing arrest warrants? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo. 80 years ago today, the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Canadian War Museum historian Andrew Burtch outlines the significance of this historic event. A teenage tennis phenom from Toronto is vying for a spot at the National Bank Open Finals. TSN's Mark Roe talks about Victoria Mboko's rise to stardom at just 18 years old.

After Canada failed to secure a new trade deal with the U.S. last week, federal ministers have traveled to Mexico to talk trade with the other member of CUSMA. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Colin Robertson, a Fellow with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, about the next steps on the trade file. On today's show: Wildfire smoke continues to pollute Central Canada. David Phillips from Environment Canada attempts to explain when the smog might clear. Why did U.S. President Trump dismiss the Head of the Labour Statistics Bureau? CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham offers his theories. America says its putting a nuclear power plant on the Moon to power a future lunar base. Tech journalist Carmi Levy explores this, as well as some other tech stories that are dominating the news cycle. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Shakir Chambers and Sabrina Grover. How is the Canadian economy faring underneath a mountain of U.S. tariffs? BMO economist Benjamin Reitzes tackles the latest forecast.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Canadian goods that are destined for the United States are now facing 35 percent tariffs, going up from the previously-implemented 25 percent. This comes as Canada failed to reach a new trade agreement with the Trump administration before the August 1st deadline. Frank McKenna, a former U.S. Ambassador to Canada, offers his analysis to the complex trade situation between North America's biggest neighbours. CFIB President Dan Kelly weighs in on the ongoing trade war, and its overall impact on Canada's small businesses. E-Talk’s Lainey Lui has the latest gossip on Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry. Is this a blossoming friendship, or is it something much bigger? Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features Navigator principal Sharan Kaur and CJAD 800 Montreal show host Elias Makos. Topic 1: Canada fails to secure a new trade deal with the United States. Topic 2: What happens next on the trade file? Topic 3: Questions about Canada's courts, the Charter, and the Notwithstanding Clause. Topic 4: Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry - A friendship or something bigger? Topic 5: What’s the deal with U.S. President Trump's lock screen?

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced Canada will recognize Palestinian statehood at the U.N. General Assembly in September. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Jon Allen, Canada's former Ambassador to Israel, about the controversial decision. On today's show: Tomorrow is the deadline for Canada to reach a new trade agreement with the United States. If they can't, higher tariffs could be on the way. Peter MacKay, Canada's former Minister of Foreign Affairs, reacts to Canada's recognition of a Palestinian statehood. Dan Riskin, CTV's Science and Technology specialist, is here to tackle the biggest Science and Tech headlines of the week. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Chris Day, Stephanie Levitz, and Rob Benzie. Team Canada Women's Rugby player Sophie de Goede previews Friday's big game against Team USA. CTV's Judy Trinh has the latest developments on a pivotal legal fight from Universal Ostrich Farm, as they try to save their flock of ostriches.

The Bank of Canada has chosen not to move on interest rates until at least September, with Governor Tiff Macklem citing ongoing uncertainty around trade with the U.S. Tim Powers speaks with Concordia University economist Moshe Lander. On today's show: Today the federal cabinet is meeting to discuss possible recognition of Palestinian statehood A group of Ontario mayors from cities and towns with connections to the auto sector are calling on the federal government to scrap its planned EV sales mandate. Dr. Ravi Menon from Western University joins Tim to answer this week's Explainer question: Can CTE cause violent acts? The Daily Debrief panel with Jeff Rutledge and Susan Smith What happens to safer supply programs now that federal funding has ended?

The deadline for a trade deal with Trump is just days away, as Canada continues to chat with their U.S. counterparts. Guest host Tim Powers chats with Vic Fedeli, Ontario's Minister of Economic Development and Trade. He is in D.C. this week ahead of the August 1st final buzzer. On today's show: Did the E.U. strike a good trade deal with America? Paul Waldie, the Globe and Mail's European Correspondent, offers his two cents. Automakers have issued a stern warning to Canadian officials, as recent trade deals with Japan and the E.U. could mean bad things for Canada's car industry. David Adams, the CEO of Global Automakers Canada, pays us a visit. Tech analyst Carmi Levy puts a wrap on this week's biggest Tech stories. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Neil Brodie and Sabrina Grover. Daniel Bernhard, the CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, reacts to the Canadian Premiers who've been recently pushing for more control over Canada's immigration policy. The Royal St. John's Regatta, North America's oldest sporting event, is taking place tomorrow. Tim, a Newfoundlander himself, speaks with organizer Keith White about this year's festivities.

U.S. President Donald Trump has inked a new trade agreement with the European Union, as Canadians continue to wait for news ahead of this week's August 1st deadline. CTV National News correspondent Colton Praill joins guest host Tim Powers with the latest. On today's show: Instant analysis on the E.U. trade deal, and what it means for Canada-USA negotiations, with CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown discusses the federal government's decision to stop funding hotel rooms for asylum seekers. Political scientist Lori Turnbull analyzes the war of words between Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and The Longest Ballot Committee. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Deirdra Tindale. Andrew Siegwart, the CEO of the Ontario Tourism Industry Association, discusses the impact of the Canada-U.S. trade war on the Summer travel season.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Guest host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: U.S. President Donald Trump says Canada might not get a negotiated trade deal ahead of the August 1st deadline. That is next Friday, by the way. Brian Clow, who worked in the PMO during the last round of trade negotiations with Trump, joins the show with his take on the President’s recent comments. Scott takes your calls on the trade situation, and the see-saw of emotions at play. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features Spark Advocacy senior advisor Sabrina Grover and Summa Strategies chairman Tim Powers. Topic 1: President Trump’s latest comments on the U.S. trade chatter with Canada. Topic 2: The Hockey Canada trial verdict, and what lessons must be learned. Topic 3: Should Canada lower its voting age? Topic 4: Remembering two entertainment legends: Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan have entered the afterlife.

It's looking increasingly unlikely that Canada will secure a new trade deal with America by August 1st. The message from the Carney Liberals has shifted to getting the best deal, rather than any deal, by next week's deadline. Vassy Kapelos chats with former U.S. Ambassador Gary Doer about the state of the current negotiations. On today's show: The verdict in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial will be delivered sometime this afternoon. CTV's Kamil Karamali has the latest developments. CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin joins the party to talk some science! The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie and Laura Stone. What's wrong with the Canada Disability Benefit? Krista Carr from Inclusion Canada chimes in on that subject. What are U.S. officials saying this week about the ongoing trade negotiations? Huw Williams from the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association has more on that, as he makes his way back from Washington.

The odds of Canada securing a new trade deal with the United States by August 1st is highly unlikely, according to David MacNaughton. He served as Canada's Ambassador to the United States during President Trump's first term in office. MacNaughton explains where the negotiation process is at. On today's show: Heavy metal legend and Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, leaving behind a historic musical legacy and inspiring generations of artists. Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a palliative care physician at The Ottawa Hospital, tackles this week's Explainer question: How do you assess which Summer activities are worth the risk? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. The U.K. government has announced plans to lower its voting age to 16 years old. Should Canada do the same? We go 1-on-1 with Manitoba Senator Marilou McPhedran, who has introduced a bill in the Canadian Senate that would do just that.

Prime Minister Carney has joined Canada's Premiers in Ontario's Cottage Country. CTV's Rachel Aiello drops by with the latest developments from Huntsville. On today's show: Jim Gallant, a Negotiator for the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, chimes in on the ongoing voting process, as Canada Post delivers their latest offer to CUPW employees. Gallant explains why he's calling for members to reject it. Tech journalist Carmi Levy outlines his concerns surrounding digital privacy, as the Fitify backlash and a Coldplay concert dominate the entertainment news cycle. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring CTV News political commentator Scott Reid and Oyster Group founder Amanda Galbraith. Lana Payne, the National President of UNIFOR, explores what a Canada-U.S. trade deal might look like, and how various Trump tariffs are impacting our country's auto workers.

Canada's Premiers are gathering in Muskoka for a series of meetings. The Council of the Federation kicked off 3 days of brainstorming - all ahead of the August 1st tariff deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump. Vassy Kapelos speaks with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt about what she's hoping to achieve this week. On today's show: A Montreal man has been charged by New York State police for murdering his own daughter. CTV's Colton Praill has the latest. Starting August 1st, U.S. President Donald Trump will be increasing tariffs on Canadian goods to 35 percent. Frank McKenna, a former Canadian Ambassador to the United States, talks about where the negotiation process is at. After a 32-day strike wrapped up 2024, and over 18 months of negotiations, CUPW members are voting on the latest offer from Canada Post. Jon Hamilton, the Vice-President of Communications for Canada Post, chats about the continuous disagreements. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers and Genevieve Tomney. The long-awaited verdict in the Hockey Canada sex assault trial is coming down this Thursday. Journalist and author Laura Robinson summarizes the case, as well as the ripple effect that comes with each verdict.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney’s new message on trade: Don’t expect a tariff-free trade deal by August 1st. We've got another depressing report on housing starts and homebuilder sentiments. We check in on Canada's housing crisis with Mike Moffatt. How important is Indigenous buy-in for major infrastructure projects? Karen Restoule, the Director of Indigenous Affairs and a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, weighs in. The viral Coldplay couple: A PR nightmare for a CEO and his Head of HR, as an alleged affair meets the Internet. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features Laura D’Angelo from Enterprise Canada and Jeff Rutledge from McMillian Vantage. Topic 1: Prime Minister Carney’s new message on trade Topic 2: Pierre Poilievre's leadership problems continue to burn, not fade away Topic 3: What happened to Canada's housing crisis? Topic 4: Should we save the ostriches, or send them to Dr. Oz's house?

If Canadian suppliers are shut out of U.S. markets, Industry Minister Melanie Joly says the country's Steel industry will need government support to survive. She joins Vassy Kapelos for an in-depth conversation. On today's show: First Nations leaders meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney over recent pushback of Bill C-5. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe talks trade negotiations ahead of next week's First Ministers meeting. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike Le Couteur, Laura Stone, and Rob Benzie.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will be implementing new tariffs on foreign steel, as the feds pledge financial support for the Canadian steel industry. He says there is no trade deal on the table that Canada can accept right now, particularly with its closest neighbour. But as August 1st draws closer, the Carney Liberals are still talking to their American counterparts, as President Trump continues to dangle 35 percent tariffs on all Canadian goods after that date. On today's show: Reaction from the steel industry to Prime Minister Carney's latest announcement. Francois Desmarais, the V.P. of the Canadian Steel Producers Association, pays us a visit. Analysis on the latest round of U.S. trade negotiations with Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. He led the trade negotiation file for the PMO during Donald Trump's first term as American President. Washington Post columnist Philip Bump joins Vassy Kapelos to answer this week's Explainer question: Why is MAGA mad about the Epstein Files? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Abigail Bimman, and Nick McRoberts. Is there a possible Royal reunion in the offing? CTV royal commentator Afua Hagan weighs in.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Mark Carney publicly admitted that it's unlikely Canada will get a tariff-free trade deal with the United States. Carney made those comments to reporters ahead of a Cabinet meeting to discuss trade negotiations. On today's show: Heat and wildfire smoke continues to impact large portions of Central Canada. Inflation in Canada ticked up slightly in June to 1.9 percent, as core inflation shows no signs of slowing down. That means there's little hope left of another interest rate cut before Fall. Last Winter, an ostrich farm in British Columbia lost dozens of birds following an avian flu outbreak. Today, the owners of that farm are fighting to save the remainder of the herd in a federal courtroom. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Sebastian Skamski. In a new report, the Chief Science Advisor of Canada recommends that the feds create a new office - solely to track and research UFOs.

The Carney government is working towards a new deadline of August 1st to reach a trade deal with the United States, as U.S. President Trump prepares to launch 35% tariffs on that same day. CTV's Colton Praill has the latest on the trade war. On today's show: Another heatwave has made its way to Ontario, as wildfire smoke blankets Central Canada. Starting in January 2026, Canada will become the first country in the world where Ozempic is sold under generic labels - for much less than the brand name. That’s sparking concerns that patients could abuse the weight loss drug. As the trade war continues, more and more Canadians are shopping local and avoiding travel to America. That's bad news for duty-free stores on the Canada-U.S. border. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers and Zain Velji. The CEO of TikTok has requested an urgent meeting with Industry Minister Melanie Joly, as the company continues to fight against a government order to shut down its Canadian operations.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: New Trump tariffs: 35% by August 1st if Canada can't reach a new deal with the United States. CTV's Jeremie Charron tracks down the latest developments. CTV News political commentator Scott Reid tackles the complex politics of trade negotiations. Sun Media columnist Brain Lilley delivers insights on Pierre Poilievre's political future after a busy week at the Calgary Stampede. There is a concerning lack of high school tech teachers and courses that are relevant to youth and trades in today’s education system. It’s a problem that the Canadian Tooling and Machining Association is trying to solve. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features public affairs advisor John Wright and Crestview Strategy Vice-President Deirdra Tindale. Topic 1: U.S. President Trump's latest trade threats. Topic 2: Pierre Poilievre's leadership with Canada's Conservatives could be in jeopardy. Topic 3: Ontario's Colleges are facing a financial crisis. Topic 4: TSA has axed the 'shoes off' rule! Are we finally returning to a state of reasonable airport security?

New polling exclusively for CTV News, courtesy of Nanos Research, shows that 67 percent of Canadians are opposed to the government's plan to ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. Pollster Nik Nanos joins guest host Tim Powers to tackle the latest numbers. On today's show: Six lawmakers from Wisconsin and Minnesota have written to Canada's Ambassador to the United States, calling on Canada to do something about the wildfire smoke that drifts across the border. Half of Canadians say they would fight to defend their country, according to new data from the Angus Reid Institute. The union representing faculty at Ontario's Public Colleges fear that budget shortfalls could lead to 10,000 job losses, as hundreds of programs are being suspended or cancelled. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Rob Benzie, and Mike Le Couteur. Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng from The Ottawa Hospital explains how you can keep your family healthy while maximizing your enjoyment of the Summer season. 17-year-old Seth Hyde has been hired as the full-time play-by-play voice of the Newfoundland Regiment. He explains how he got the gig.

Canada’s new defence partnership with Europe may have hidden risks, according to a new analysis by the Expert Group on Canada-U.S. Relations. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Ret. Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, who authored this report. On today's show: We’re learning more about the four men charged with terrorism and weapons offences by the RCMP in Quebec. More new tariffs are being announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Canadian economist Moshe Lander joins the show with his reaction. CTV U.S. political commentator Eric Ham answers this week's Explainer question: Why is MAGA having a meltdown over the Epstein Files? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Jeff Rutledge, and Laura D'Angelo. Advocates for psilocybin-assisted therapy are celebrating a recent court ruling in a years-long legal fight over access to the experimental new treatment. Why is Gen Z struggling with professional soft skills? Etiquette expert Julie Blais enters the chat.

The RCMP has laid terrorism charges after an 18-month investigation into the activities of four men, some of whom are active members of the Canadian Armed Forces. They are accused of organizing an anti-government militia and planning to forcibly seize land near Quebec City. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with former CSIS analyst Phil Gurski about the case. On today's show: The provinces of Alberta and Ontario have inked two Memorandums of Understanding on economic cooperation for trade and energy policies. This includes pipelines and nuclear power projects. Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce joins the show to explain further. In the wake of deadly flash flooding in Texas last weekend, questions are being raised about why more people weren't evacuated from the affected areas ahead of time. Was it a failure of technology, or simply an act of God? Tech analyst Carmi Levy weighs in. Today's Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Cam Holmstrom and Chris Day. The CFIB wants to see clarity and progress on Canada's internal trade barriers, as the Committee on Internal Trade gathers for Tuesday's meeting. V.P. of Legislative Affairs Ryan Mallough breaks down what he's looking for. How 'bout them Blue Jays!? Canada's Team is on a 9-game win streak, and first-place in the AL East. TSN's Domenic Pedula outlines the factors that are fueling Toronto's recent string of success.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is sounding optimistic about an Alberta-B.C. oil pipeline, and a carbon capture and storage network, as priority nation-building projects. But how feasible are they? Guest host Tim Powers speaks with energy economist Andrew Leach about the likelihood of these projects getting built. On today's show: The latest developments on the catastrophic flooding in Texas, where the death toll has surpassed 80 people. Heat-proofing Canadian cities? Caroline Metz, a Managing Director of Climate Resilience and Health at the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation at the University of Waterloo, explains if it's possible. Why is the Calgary Stampede so important for politicians? The Daily Debrief Panel with Deirdra Tindale and Sabrina Grover. A 1-on-1 chat with Bonnie Critchley, the Independent candidate who is challenging Pierre Poilievre in next month's Battle River-Crowfoot byelection.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Host Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: The Carney Government promised free trade by Canada Day. Where is it? Amanda speaks with trade expert Ryan Manucha. Diddy Trial: Amanda Is joined by lawyer and advocate Kirsten Mercer to discuss how well the criminal justice system handles cases involving sexual violence. It’s Calgary Stampede time! Amanda checks in with the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, as the Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth kicks off. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features Bob Richardson, President of Hammersmith Consulting, and Karen Gordon, Principal at Gordon Strategies. Topic 1: The politics of internal trade Topic 2: Carney’s approach to Trump under the spotlight Topic 3: Gen Z is now drinking just as much as older generations Topic 4: Is Chat GPT rotting our brains?

The Carney government has pledged to balance federal operational spending to get a handle on the national debt and deficit. Carney says this can be done by 'capping' the public service. But a new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives warns there could be deep service cuts coming. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with report author David MacDonald. On todays show: The heads of Canada's big auto makers met with Prime Minister Carney on Wednesday to discuss the impacts of the trade war on the sector. Tim speaks with Brian Kingston, President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, about the meeting. Duane Bratt, a Political Scientist at Mount Royal University, explains how two former UCP MLAs want to revive the old Alberta PC Party. The Honourable Lloyd Axworthy had some strong words for Canada's Prime Minister following this month's NATO summit. He explains why he's being so critical of Carney's approach to dealing with U.S. President Donald Trump. The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura Stone, Robert Benzie, and Mike Le Couteur. Jack Jedwab, President of the Association for Canadian Studies, joins the show to discuss their latest round of polling, and how Canadians are feeling about America this July 4th.

Moshe Lander, a Canadian economist and Senior Lecturer in Economics at Concordia University, joins guest host Tim Powers to help answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question. How will the new middle class tax cut affect you? On todays show: Ret. General Tom Lawson, a Former Chief of Defense Staff with the Canadian Armed Forces, dishes his two cents on the potential 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. Sylvain Charlebois, Director of the Agrifood Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, explains whether supply management is on the table in U.S. trade negotiations. Thomas Lukaszuk, Former Deputy Premier of Alberta, chats about how an application for a citizen-led initiative for an anti-separation referendum got approved by Alberta’s lead electoral officer. The Daily Debrief Panel with Jeff Rutledge and Stephanie Levitz. Eric Ham, CTV U.S. Political Analyst and former U.S. Congressional Staffer, discusses how Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ cleared the Senate. Carmi Levy, technology analyst and journalist, analyzes the latest tech stories.

The Carney government is scrapping the new Digital Services Tax after trade talks with the U.S. broke down over the issue. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with David Pierce, Vice-President with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, about why the new tax was so controversial and why the Americans wanted it gone. On today's show: Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa, on the latest on the City of Ottawa employee charged with vandalizing the National Holocaust Monument William Pellerin, trade lawyer, with an update on the Carney government's goal of dismantling interprovincial trade barriers The Daily Debrief Panel with Tom Mulcair and Chris Day Eddie Sheppard from Abacus Data on Canada's national pride ahead of Canada Day, and what the new polling data suggests

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show... After some tense moments to start the week, the Israel-Iran ceasefire appears to be holding. Well, at least for now. How close are we to preserving peace? Retired Major-General David Fraser analyzes the situation. New data says that Canadian pride and optimism is rebounding significantly from last year, but significant division remains as to what the feds are offering. Joining the show to explain further is John Roe, a Research Associate with the Angus Reid Institute. Summer has arrived, and that means the Summer blockbusters are slowly trickling in. Movie critic Richard Crouse previews every single heavy-hitter. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to tackle this week's Top 5 news stories. Attending today's session are communications expert Sharan Kaur and Strategy Corp vice-president Garry Keller. Canada vows to invest 5 percent of its GDP on national defense measures by 2035. Naturally, the U.S. President is taking most of the credit, as other NATO allies get on board. Bill C-5 has passed through the House of Commons, as MPs head home for Summer Break. What should each party focus on as we head towards the Fall? Should this Summer be an 'Eighties Summer'? If you hear wedding bells all the way from Italy, it's because a rich billionaire is tying the knot. You have 3 guesses as to who Amanda is talking about. What is your favourite road trip tune?

Unpacking what we do - and don't - know about the success of the U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facility. Vassy Kapelos speaks with (Ret.) General Tom Lawson, a former Chief of Defense Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces. On todays show: Bill Curry, Deputy Bureau Chief for the Globe and Mail, explains how the federal infrastructure bank provided $1 billion in loans for B.C. Ferries to buy Chinese-made ships. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology specialist, joins Vassy for his weekly 'Talk Science to Me' segment. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, and Graham Richardson. Pam Hemphill, Ex-'MAGA Granny', joins Vassy to discuss how she was commended by former U.S. Vice-President Mike Pence for refusing her January 6th pardon.

Premier of Alberta, Danielle Smith, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the merits of the Alberta Next Panel. On todays show: Jeremie Charron, CTV National News Correspondent joins Vassy live from The Hauge to discuss how Canada commits to new NATO pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035. David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins Vassy to discuss the new Abacus polling that examines if Canadians think the Carney government is off to a good start. Judie Saunders, NYC Sexual abuse litigator and former prosecutor joins Vassy for this weeks 'The Explainer' segment. The Daily Debrief Panel with Sharan Kaur, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz.

A ceasefire violated. U.S. intervention. Questions of diplomacy. There are a lot of moving pieces in the Israel-Iran situation. Vassy Kapelos speaks with freelance journalist Nahayat Tizhoosh to get some perspective on the latest developments on Day 12 of the conflict. On todays show: A political debate is raging over the Carney government's plan to continue with an EV sales mandate by 2035. Vassy speaks with Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, about the industry's concerns. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laryssa Waler, Founder of Henley Strategies and Former Head of Communications for Doug Ford, Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute and Dan Moulton, Partner, Crestview Strategy, Liberal strategist.

Thomas Juneau, a Professor of Public and International Affairs at UOttawa, joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss the fallout from the U.S. intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Industry Minister Melanie Joly on the possibility of reaching a tariff deal with the United States. A heat dome has settled over large parts of central Canada. Vassy speaks with Kelsey McEwen, Chief Meteorologist on CTV's Your Morning, about what people can expect from the first heatwave of the summer. The Daily Debrief Panel with Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with B.C. Premier David Eby on what it will take to reach consensus on nation building projects.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Guest host Scott Reid breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show... The Competition Bureau recommends allowing up to 100 percent foreign ownership of 'domestic-only' Canadian airlines. Aviation expert John Gradek weighs in. Ontario's Premier gets in hot water with the First Nations community. History, Herstory, Ourstory: Alexander Graham Bell delivers the first-ever commercial phone service connection, Donald Sutherland is born, 'Jaws' turns 50 years old. Your calls, texts, and emails! Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to tackle this week's Top 5 news stories. Attending today's session are Sharan Kaur from Navigator and Chris Day from Hill and Knowlton. Canada's trade chatter with the United States, and where both sides stand today Making air travel more affordable, and who needs to pay for it How politicians apologize for past sins, and what makes an apology sincere Testing your 'Soft Skills' Have you ever taken a DNA test kit?

Amid growing concerns about their aggressive plans to push Bill C-5 forward, the feds are defending their gameplan. Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction as the show unfolds. On today's show: CTV Montreal reporter Denise Roberts describes the hectic search for a missing Montreal toddler, who was safely recovered near Highway 417 on Wednesday afternoon. Damien Kurek, a now-former Conservative MP for Battle River-Crowfoot, officially gives up his seat and opens the door for a Pierre Poilievre comeback. CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin joins the party for his weekly dissection of thought-provoking debates. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie from the Toronto Star and Laura Stone from The Globe And Mail. Becca Brown-McKnight, a councillor in the Vermont town of Burlington, explains why a street was recently renamed to honour their Canadian friends. Lastly, if Canada and the U.S. can't strike a trade deal within 30 days, Prime Minister Carney has some countermeasures to American tariffs up his sleeve.

Guest host Tim Powers is joined by Roland Paris, Professor of International Affairs and Director of the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Ottawa, to breakdown the conclusion of the G7 and the relative success of the summit in the current political landscape. On today's show: Ret. Gen. Tom Lawson, Former Chief of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces unpacks the latest between Iran and Israel as Trump mum on potential US involvement Paul Daly, Chair in Administrative Law and Governance, University of Ottawa, on potential constitutional issues for Bill C-5 raised by Indigenous groups and opposition politicians Claire Hanna, Ottawa Reporter, TSN, on the Edmonton Oilers falling short against the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura D’Angelo, Vice President, National Strategy and Public Affairs, Enterprise Canada; Ashton Arsenault, Partner, Crestview Strategies; Stephanie Levitz, Senior Reporter in The Globe and Mail's Ottawa Bureau Flavio Volpe, President, Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association, on what a potential Canada-US trade deal might mean for the auto industry and what he'd want to see in it Karen Sherriffs, CEO, 2025 Canada Games, sets up the Games with 50 days until things get underway in St. John's

Listen to guest host Tim Powers full conversation with John Boscariol, Lawyer And Leader, International Trade And Investment Law Group on what this deal signals for the relationship between Canada and the U.S. On today's show: Tim is joined by Vassy Kapelos, CTV’s chief political correspondent on the latest from the G7 summit. Professor Elliot Tepper, International relations specialist at Carleton University joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Carmi Levy, Tech journalist and analyst joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss how a joint investigation from Canada and U.K. says 23andMe failed to protect user data. The Daily Debrief Panel with Sharan Kaur, Jeff Rutledge, and Shachi Kurl. Tim is joined by TSN reporter Mark Masters to discuss game 6 between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. Cindy Woodhouse, National chief of the assembly of first nations joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss the importance of hearing from indigenous groups before passing Bill C-5.

Guest host Tim Powers is joined by John Kirton, Director, G7 Research Group and Professor Emeritus of Political Science, University of Toronto, to set expectations for what a successful conference look like and key things to watch for in the coming days. On today's show: Fen Hampson, Co-chair, Expert Group on Canada-US Relations and Professor of International Affairs, Carleton University, goes into further detail about the Canada-US dynamic and what kind of outcome, including a possible trade deal, to expect from the G7 Retired Major-General David Fraser, CTV Military Analyst and Former Commander of NATO Southern Coalition Troops, Afghanistan 2006, on the latest in continuing retaliations between Iran and Israel CTV's Colton Praill provides an update on the G7 from Kananaskis, Alberta The Daily Debrief Panel with Neil Brodie, President, VOX Strategies; Sabrina Grover, Sr Advisor, Spark Advocacy and NorthStar Public Affairs; Tom Mulcair, CTV Political Analyst and Former NDP Leader Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, Critical and Palliative Care Physician at The Ottawa Hospital and host of Prevention over Prescription podcast, on his new book Prevention Over Prescription and taking proactive health measures Captain Gina Burke with the St. John's Regional Fire Department on the significance of a recent shift staff entirely by women firefighters

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Guest host Scott Reid breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show... Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations, on the upcoming G7 conference, potential trade deals, concern around invitations Are you watching the G7? What are you hoping to see in terms of developments for Canada? History, Herstory, Ourstory: Origins of Friday the 13th; Founding of the Yukon Territory; Olsen Twins are born Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss this week's five biggest news stories. Attending today's session are Tim Powers, Chair, Summa Strategies and Managing Director, Abacus Data and Bob Richardson, Newstalk 1010 Contributor and Public Affairs Consultant What are you expecting from the G7? Do you think there is a chance of getting a trade deal with the US? How much will the G7 be complicated by other political factors outside issues like trade etc.? Are you confident PM Carney can get his legislation through the House of Commons? If not, does that mean the “Build Baby Build” agenda could stall? Crown continues closing argument at London hockey trial: Will this be a landmark moment in hockey culture and for consent issues etc.? Will that happen regardless of the verdict, or does it depend? Will nothing change? Draisaitl scores in OT again, Oilers beat Panthers in Game 4 to tie Stanley Cup Final Montreal's Rizzuto crime family targeted in major police sweep (plus, are you superstitious about Friday the 13th, if time allows)

Guest host Tim Powers is joined by CTV's Jeremie Charron with details on the concerns from Sikh activists and the political balancing act between inviting Modi and working with India versus the concerns against it. On today's show: Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State for Sport and MP for Burlington North – Milton West, on how the new Carney government will approach sport and his new role Sayward Montague, Director of Advocacy at the National Association of Federal Retirees and co-chair of the Women Veterans Research and Engagement Network (WREN), on calls to mark June 12 as a Day of Advocacy for Women Veterans Talk Science to Me with Dan Riskin The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Queen’s Park Bureau Chief for the Toronto Star; Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News Donal Gill, Assistant Professor in Canadian Politics, Concordia University, on the significance of Michael Sabia being brought in as PM Carney's new head of the public service Mark Masters, Sports Reporter, TSN , tees up game 4 of Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Finals

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Yoshua Bengio, President & Scientific Director, LawZero and Full Professor at Université de Montréal, and Founder and Scientific Advisor of Mila – Quebec AI Institute, about this new initiative and its significance in AI. On today's show: Karen Hogan, Auditor General, on the details of her latest reports John Bolton, Former National Security Adviser to US President Donald Trump and Ambassador to the United Nations under President George W. Bush, on the latest developments in the LA protests and the federal response The Explainer: Ryan Manucha, Research Fellow, C.D. Howe Institute and Author, Booze, Cigarettes, and Constitutional Dust-Ups: Canada's Quest for Interprovincial Free Trade, answers this question — what barriers to interprovincial trade exist right now? How much will free internal trade really impact the economy? The Daily Debrief Panel with Supriya Dwivedi, Former Senior Adviser to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; Jeff Rutledge, Vice President, McMillian Vantage; Stephanie Levitz, senior reporter in The Globe and Mail's Ottawa bureau

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Bill Curry, Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief, The Globe and Mail, to go over the details of the report and reflect on how the story developed over the years and what may change moving forward. On today's show: Gen. Jennie Carrigan, Canada’s Chief of Defence Staff, on the government's commitment to hitting 2% spending on defence this year Eric Ham, CTV US Political Analyst and Former Congressional Staffer, on the ongoing protests in Los Angeles and the political firestorm that has developed The Daily Debrief Panel with Sebastian Skamski, Former Director of Media Relations for Pierre Poilievre; Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute; and Sharan Kaur, Political Strategist and Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Bill Morneau Shaun Hildebrand, President, Urbanation on the new National Rent Report showing continued year-over-year decreases and then Victor Tran, Rates.ca Mortgage and Real Estate Expert, with a broader look at the housing market John Viveiros, Host, Hot Take Hockey, on the blowout 6-1 loss the Edmonton Oilers took from the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News to talk through what we know so far. On today's show: Minister of Internal Trade Chrystia Freeland on the government's new One Canadian Economy bill and opposition concerns with it Eric Ham, CTV US Political Analyst and Former Congressional Staffer, on the ongoing protests in Los Angeles and the political firestorm that has developed Dan Kelly, CEO, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, on the importance of today's meeting addressing the removal of interprovincial trade barriers The Daily Debrief Panel with Zain Velji, a political campaign strategist and partner at Northweather, he formerly worked with Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley; Tom Mulcair, CTV Political Analyst and Former NDP Leader; and Tim Powers, Chairman of Summa Strategies and managing director of Abacus Data Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on convincing BC Premier David Eby to be open to a west coast pipeline and optimism with new major energy infrastructure projects

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers.On today's show: Frank McKenna, Former Canadian Ambassador to the United States and Former Premier of New Brunswick, on the prospects of a new Canada/US trade deal Sabrina Geremia, VP and Country Manager, Google Canada, on Google's new AI Opportunity Fund in Canada Barry Avrich, award-winning filmmaker and author on his new book The Devil Wears Rothko Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss this week's five biggest news stories. Attending today's session are Sharan Kaur, Political Strategist and Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Bill Morneau; Brian Lilley, Political Columnist, Toronto Sun. Canada/US deep into trade talks: do you think this deal can get done? Is it realistic to expect it before the G7? Is trying to get a deal the right move? Trump/Elon relationship explodes: what's going on here? Was this an inevitability? Could this have significant ripple effects? First Ministers Meeting, Bill 5, and energy projects: is the grand consensus to Build Canada already crumbling? Eby staunch on pipelines, Bill 5 in Ontario facing notable pushback, etc. This specific Deloitte commercial: we'll just react to this — how true to your life does this feel? Loblaw pulls Folgers coffee from shelves over 'unjustified' cost increases PLUS Lululemon stock plunges in historic rout as tariffs eat away at its profit: what do you make of the move from Loblaw? Are the prices changes justified or are businesses trying to get away with hikes? More to come?