The Vassy Kapelos Show

The company is laying off staff at its Hamilton plant, as it restructures its business due to the impact of Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian steel. CTV's Rachel Aiello joins Vassy with the details and reaction from the Carney government. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with former Chief of Defense Staff and Retired General Wayne Eyre, who reveals in a new memoir he once considered resigning during the Trudeau years over the government's lack of attention to military preparedness. Deloitte Canada chief economist Dawn Desjardins joins Vassy with a fresh economic forecast that shows Canada's economy continuing to struggle into 2027. Money Talk with John Klotz: Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Graham Richardson. Vassy is joined by Claudette Commanda, an Algonquin Elder and Chancellor of the University of Ottawa, for a conversation about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

The latest U.S. trade action against Canada is set to take effect tomorrow, as Canada's Conservatives push the Carney government to take action on rising diesel fuel prices. CTV's Michael Serapio joins us with a breakdown. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Canada's A.I. Minister Evan Solomon, who discusses the government's plan to address growing doomsday warnings about the technology. Canadian historian Margaret MacMillan joins Vassy for a frank conversation about a new world 'disorder', and what can be done to counter growing global threats. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Big banks aren't on board with A.I. bots doing your shopping. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tim Powers, and Anne McGrath. Vassy speaks with Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse-Nepinak ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: Prime Minister Carney's comments on U.S. military action against Canada. David Eby defends his early B.C. election call. Germany's Foreign Minister says they want more Canadian LNG. The key takeaways from the Trump-Xi Summit. Multiple arrests made in an airport organized crime ring after W5 investigation. The Big Conversation: The PBO's latest report on the federal budget is fueling debate in the House of Commons today. Annette Ryan joins Graham with the latest developments. Life with Canada's Best: Graham speaks to John McAllister from Campfire Circle, a medically-assisted summer camp experience for kids with severe illnesses. Climatologist David Phillips has your Fall/Winter weather outlook. We go behind the scenes building Canada's next generation of polar ice breakers, as Graham catches up with Seaspan Chief Engineer Jess Fetterman. Senator Kim Pate joins Graham to discuss the case of Odelia and Nerissa Quewazance, Saskatchewan sisters who argue they've been wrongfully convicted of murder since 1994. Today, they will get a new appeal. Shachi Kurl from the Angus Reid Institute recaps Week 1 of the B.C. election campaign. Have Your Say: The listeners weigh in on Carney's New York Times interview. What made Graham smile this week: A baby moose was rescued from the Rideau Canal in Merrickville, Ontario.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon, who is on assignment. In an interview with the New York Times published Wednesday, Prime Minister Mark Carney described the prospect of an invasion as an 'extreme tail risk', meaning impactful though unlikely. At the same time, he says it would be 'irresponsible' for Canada not to prepare for it. Graham speaks with New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief Matina Stevis-Gridneff. On today's show: Graham speaks with China expert Vina Nadjibulla about what to watch for in a high-stakes summit between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi today in D.C. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Nova Scotia's tick bite solution for crowded Emergency Rooms. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Marieke Walsh and Laura Stone. Part 3 of a 4-part series with psychotherapist Jentzen Michael Shea, digging deeper into the different sections of grief.

British Columbians will head to the polls on October 24th, as B.C. Premier and B.C. NDP Leader David Eby drops the writ. He is framing the early election around the threat of U.S. tariffs, while also capitalizing on the ongoing turmoil inside the B.C. Conservative Party. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Stephanie Levitz, and Jeff Rutledge - digs into whether this political gamble will pay off. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Lisa Church, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Federal Jobs Minister, who responds to criticism from labour unions that the Carney government's changes to the Labour Code infringe on workers' rights. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe joins Vassy with a reality check on Trump's threats to replace Canadian potash with imports from Belarus. The Explainer with David Kreuger, an Assistant Professor in Robust, Reasoning, and Responsible A.I. at the University of Montreal: What's the difference between A.I. and 'Superintelligence'? Vassy is joined by the Heads of the Business Councils of Alberta and British Columbia with their reaction to Bill C-39. CTV Vancouver's Rob Buffam checks in with the latest on the B.C. election campaign.

The 200-plus page bill tabled Monday proposes major changes to project permitting and Canada's Labour Code - moves that the government says is necessary to speed up major projects and boost economic growth. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Government House Leader Steve MacKinnon. On today's show: Hear Vassy's interview with Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer about the Opposition's priorities for the Fall Session of Parliament. Money Talk with John Klotz: What to do with an inheritance. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham breaks down why U.S. President Trump banned a trio of media outlets from the White House. A major update on Sunday's shooting at a Belleville, Ontario synagogue.

Vassy Kapelos speaks with Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon on the upcoming plans for the Carney Liberals' legislative agenda. On today's show: Rob Buffam, the B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief for CTV News Vancouver, on what's next following the resignation of B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay. Jennifer Gerdts, the Executive Director of Food Allergies Canada, on her organization's push to make schools keeping stock of EpiPen devices a mandatory practice. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Ambassador-Designate to the European Union, on the renewed threats from Russia in Europe and Canada's possible 'associate' E.U. membership. CTV's Sean Leathong joins us live in Belleville following a shooting outside Sons of Jacob Synagogue, which left the suspect and a responding officer injured by gunfire.

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: $880 million to get young people into trades. Concerns over Pierre Poilievre's leadership - again. Why specializing in sports at an early age can be bad for kids. Prime Minister Carney to meet President Macron in St. Pierre and Miquelon. The Blue Jays playoff hopes are still alive, but are they barely breathing? The Big Conversation: Canada's Conservatives are fretting behind the scenes, as the House of Commons returns next week. Tim speaks with former CPC MP James Rajotte. Life With Canada's Best: Graham Richardson joins Tim from the Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker Des Groseilliers near Cambridge Bay, Nunavut. Meet Eric Paton, the man biking across Canada to raise money for food banks. UNIFOR National President Lana Payne joins Tim to talk about the possibility of Stellantis closing its Brampton plant due to the trade war. A growing body of evidence suggests that early specialization in sports is having negative effects on kids' mental health. Tim speaks with Mark McGuire, the Executive Director of the Give and Go Sport Education. TSN's Matt Cauz dissects the Toronto Blue Jays' playoff chances, as they play out their final 3 series. If they lay an egg this weekend against Texas, he says it might be curtains.

We are learning more about the plan for Canada to enter into some kind of special alliance, or 'associate membership', with the European Union. This comes as Prime Minister Carney spoke with reporters in France today following an address to the European Parliament. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Canadian A.I. pioneer Yoshua Bengio, who says fears about losing control of Artificial Intelligence are not overblown, and countries are running out of time to coordinate on regulations. CTV B.C. Legislative Reporter Rob Buffam joins the show with the latest on speculation that Premier David Eby may call a snap election. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: I scream, you scream, rats scream for chocolate! *Shudders* The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, and Paul Wells. Part 2 of a 4-part series with psychotherapist Jentzen Michael Shea, digging deeper into the different sections of grief.

Ursula von der Leyen extended the invitation during an address to the European Parliament today - with Prime Minister Carney in attendance. Vassy speaks with Ian Cooper, a Senior Research Fellow at the Brexit Institute at Dublin City University, for this week's Explainer segment. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with federal Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne following the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto. Former federal Transport Minister Omar Alghabra joins Vassy with his take on Carney's plan to open up some airports to private investment. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Saeed Selvam, and Tim Powers. Hear Vassy's conversation with Cohere CEO Aidan Gomez, who is downplaying fears about A.I. escaping human control and is accusing U.S. tech giants of colluding for commercial gain. CTV's Rachel Aiello checks in from Manchester, U.K. where Prime Minister Carney is meeting with U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment today. On Day 2 of the Canada Investment Summit, Prime Minister Carney unveiled his plan to allow private investors to operate Canada's four largest airports - which are based in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary. CTV National News correspondent Michael Serapio fills us in on the details. On today's show: Tim checks in with CTV News chief financial correspondent Amanda Lang from the sidelines of the Canada Investment Summit. Money Talk with John Klotz: How to protect your portfolio during turbulent times. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojour Al Mallees. Tim speaks with Andrea Sepinwall, a Partner in the Business Law Group at McMillan LLP, about what we know - and don't know - about Carney's airport investment plan. CTV political analyst Tom Mulcair has a primer on the Quebec election race ahead of tonight's pivotal debate.

Tim Powers sits in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon. The Canada Investment Summit kicks off today in Toronto, with the government hoping to attract $1 trillion of investment in Canada over the next five years. Vassy joins Tim live from the summit with a look at the economic and political stakes. On today's show: Is Canada joining the European Union? Not exactly. However, according to new reports, Prime Minister Carney is quietly pitching deeper integration with the trading bloc. Tim speaks with Paul Waldie, The Globe And Mail's Europe Correspondent. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Anthropic CEO says A.I. companies need to slow down or risk losing control of the technology. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Jordan Paquet, and Michele Cadario. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham joins Tim to chat about the U.S. midterms. The Toronto Blue Jays are still hunting for the final playoff spot in the American League after a series win against Baltimore over the weekend. And after waiting all season, fans finally got to see Vladimir Guerrero Jr. go yard at Rogers Centre! Do they have enough gas to cross the finish line and sneak in? Tim speaks with Nick Paleolog from Blue Jays Today.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: Zelenskyy meets with Prime Minister Carney in Banff. Trump offers a $5,000 'dividend' promise. How Americans are responding to Trump's trade war. Canada's potential shipbuilding rebound. The horrific events of 9/11 and what has changed 25 years later. The Big Conversation: CTV's Adrian Ghobrial joins us from New York City, an iconic American hub that was shaken to its core on this day in 2001. Life with Canada's Best: Chantal Kreviazuk and Raine Maida discuss their new joint memoir. TIFF 2026: CTV movie critic Richard Crouse has everything you need to know about this year's festivities. A new report shows that Canada won't even meet 2030 emissions targets by 2050. Canadian Climate Institute's Rick Smith dissects the findings. An Ottawa developer has managed to build a townhome that costs under $300K. So how did they do it? Graham chats with CIAVAN CEO Frank Cairo. Have Your Say: 25 years since 9/11, and what you remember about that horrific Tuesday in 2001. What made Graham smile this week: Celine Dion returns to the stage, and where she belongs!

Prime Minister Mark Carney has gathered his Liberal Cabinet in Banff, Alberta ahead of the House of Commons' return on September 21st. Ahead of announcing a new Defense support package, Carney sat down for a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Vassy is joined by CTV National News senior correspondent Judy Trinh, who is in Banff covering the meetings. On today's show: Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Vassy speaks with Percy Farwell, the present-day Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why microwaving fish stinks so much. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, and Marieke Walsh. Part 1 of a 4-part series with psychotherapist Jentzen Michael Shea. Today's episode explores the world of grief, and how to manage it.

Not even 24 hours after Canada's counter-tariffs were launched against their next-door neighbours, U.S. President Trump is already thinking of hitting back. He is planning to ramp up 50% tariffs against more Canadian goods, while also banning Canadian products from U.S. government contracts. CTV's Mike LeCouteur has the latest developments. On today's show: Federal Transport Minister Steve MacKinnon reacts to the latest trade action from the White House. B.C. Conservative Party leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay joins Vassy in the midst of a trying time for her party, as nine MLA's have fled the Blue Tent under her watch. They are all citing her leadership as the reason for their exit, and five of them have started a new party. The Explainer with Dr. René Wittmer, a family doctor based in Quebec: Why are doctors advising against full-body scans? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. Phil Gurski, a former Strategic Counterterrorism Analyst at CSIS, looks back at the horrific events of 9/11 25 years later. An engineer for Anthropic publicly calls it quits, citing fears that A.I. could soon kill us all. We dig deeper with Gladstone A.I. co-founder Jeremie Harris.

Prime Minister Carney has released a new 'forward guidance' video message - warning of economic pain to come - as Canada's retaliatory duties on U.S. products take effect. Vassy speaks with international trade lawyer William Pellerin as the latest developments roll in. On today's show: The Globe And Mail's Steve Chase joins Vassy with details on Canada and China resuming Defense cooperation, marking the first time both sides have done so in nearly a decade. Money Talk with John Klotz: How to fix your finances before 2026 wraps up. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Vassy speaks with Roger Hilton, a Defense Fellow with Central Europe international think-tank GLOBSEC, about the AFD winning a state-level election in Germany. TSN's Aaron Korolnek talks about the Toronto Blue Jays' Wild Card push, and whether their Post-Deadline surge will be enough.

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Big Conversation: A new report sheds light on what would happen to the Canadian economy if U.S. President Trump withdrew America out of CUSMA entirely. We dig deeper with Matthew Stewart, a Partner in the Economics Group at Deloitte Canada and the co-author of these findings. Life With Canada's Best: Historica Canada President and CEO Andrew Wilson-Smith discusses the new Heritage Minute commemorating 9/11 and the town of Gander, Newfoundland. Tim chats with fellow Newfoundlander Brian Madore from VOCM Radio in St. John's about Hilroy leaving Newfoundland and Cape Breton off its Familiar School Workbooks map. Sharan Kaur, Jeff Rutledge, and George Soule dissect this week's top stories - most of which has to do with the Canada-USA trade relationship and Canada's looming counter-tariffs. Abacus Data CEO David Coletto discusses his latest polling on how Americans feel about the Trump trade war. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham explains President Trump's latest attack on the Federal Reserve.

Prime Minister Carney responded today to U.S. officials claiming he called off Canada-USA trade talks for political gain. Those allegations were ahead of Monday's federal byelections and the Quebec provincial election. Chatting with reporters in Thunder Bay, Carney also announced a major contract for VIA Rail passenger cars. On today's show: CTV Your Morning chief meteorologist Kelsey McEwen has the latest on Wednesday's historic storm that caused widespread damage across Toronto and the GTA. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Germany's Ambassador to Canada to discuss a foiled drone attack last month, which Germany is now linking to Russia's hybrid warfare operations. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why 'review bombing' is wrecking today's online reviews. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, Rob Benzie, and Marieke Walsh. CTV's Pat Foran joins Vassy with the details of W5's investigation into 'lemon' vehicles being sold in Canada.

The Bank of Canada has held firm on its key interest rate at 2.25%, marking the seventh consecutive occasion it has done so. At the same time, BOC Governor Tiff Macklem is warning that high oil prices caused by the war in Iran could be a bigger inflation risk than the U.S. trade war. Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction from RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Arizona Democratic Senator Reuben Gallego, as the two discuss the ongoing trade war. The Explainer with Dr. Nicholas Leyland, the President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada: What is post-partum psychosis? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Sabrina Grover, and Shannon Greer. Vassy speaks with marketing strategy expert Eric Blais about the political messaging on both sides of the Canada-USA trade dispute. An eighth B.C. Conservative MLA has quit the party, citing Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.

Prime Minister Carney has responded to U.S. President Trump and his officials' recent trolling of Canada, as he celebrated a Liberal trifecta of byelection victories. Vassy is joined by CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur to break it all down. On today's show: CTV B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief Rob Buffam has the latest on B.C. Conservative Party leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's growing woes, as a 7th MLA has stepped aside under her watch. Money Talk with John Klotz: Part 2 of back-to-school without breaking the bank, and it's all about post-secondary planning. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. A jury has found Duane Davis guilty in the murder of American rapper Tupac Shakur. Vassy chats with Cathy Scott, a best-selling investigative journalist and author who covered the 1996 murder as a Las Vegas Sun police reporter. She also wrote the 1997 book 'The Killing of Tupac Shakur'. Tips for back-to-school stress and anxiety with child psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard.

It's been one week since trade talks broke down between the Carney Liberals and the Trump administration. Today, the U.S. President has once again ramped up his rhetoric, attacking Canada in a Truth Social tirade. Vassy is joined by CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham for his perspective on where the Canada-USA relationship stands right now. On today's show: Is Trump's deal on Venezuelan oil bad news for Canada? Vassy chats with energy expert Heather Exner-Pirot for a reality check. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Michele Cadario. A new study has found a strong link between the shingles vaccine and a lower risk of dementia. Vassy speaks with Brown University Professor and lead author Kaley Hayes. Vassy is joined by Lisa McEwan, the co-founder of Hemisphere Freight and Brokerage, for a closer look at how the latest Canadian tariffs are impacting exporters.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: U.S. President Trump trolls Canada. Canada reacts to the Trumpian trolling. The week that was in trade war escalation. The latest on the devastating floods in Nepal. Plus, the latest GDP numbers display a surprising Canadian growth. The Big Conversation: CTV chief financial correspondent Amanda Lang reacts to the unexpectedly positive 3.3% GDP growth in Q2. Life with Canada's Best: Professor Kathryn Whitehead is one of 48 U.S. academics that Canada has 'lured' with a new international recruitment campaign. New data from CAMH finds that more teens are gambling online than ever before. We dig deeper with Dr. Hayley Hamilton. Retired Major-General Scott Clancy, a former Director of Operations for NORAD, on the challenges and opportunities in Canada's Arctic. Tyler Groeneveld, the CEO of Protein Industries Canada, makes the case for domestic food production as a means of economic sovereignty. Graham goes 1-on-1 with former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney on separation, trade, and Conservative politics. Have Your Say: The Canada-USA trade war heats up yet again. What made Graham smile this week: Canada's AI-generated trade war protest song.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. The Premiers of both Saskatchewan and Alberta have rejected calls to restrict Canada's energy exports as leverage in the trade war. This comes as the USTR disputes Prime Minister Carney's characterization of U.S. demands around French language issues before last week's talks fell apart. On today's show: Graham is joined by Blaine Maryniuk, the owner of West Coast Walls in Abbotsford, who shares how smaller businesses are falling through major gaps in federal government tariff relief programs. La Presse Ottawa Bureau Chief J.D. Bellevance joins Graham with a primer on the Quebec election campaign, which officially began this morning. Emma Duerden, a Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders, delves into the significance of Meta's landmark lawsuit settlement. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur and Rob Benzie. Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association of Canada, explains how the Auto tariffs became a key sticking point in the now-collapsed trade talks. Hear the latest comments about Canada from U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. President Donald Trump.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on the CTV National newsdesk this week. Canada's Industry Minister Melanie Joly says that Canada has 'many cards' left to play, as some Canadian Premiers float ideas about further retaliation against the Trump tariffs. Graham speaks with Scotty Greenwood, a former U.S. Diplomat to Canada, about what might happen next in the trade war. On today's show: Meta has settled a class-action lawsuit over social media harms in the U.S. for nearly $17 billion. We gather instant reaction from tech analyst Carmi Levy. Hear Vassy's interview with California Governor Gavin Newsom, who thinks that U.S. President Donald Trump will 'TACO' on the new tariffs. The Explainer with Rini Rashid, a trade lawyer with McMillian LLP: How will Canada's retaliatory tariffs affect businesses and consumers? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Michele Cadario, and George Soule. A new study has found that rates of mood and substance use disorders in Canada have skyrocketed over the past few years. Graham digs deeper into the data with lead author Dr. Jillian Halladay. Music journalist Alan Cross reflects on the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a country music sensation who was just as humble as she was popular.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, and the Canada-USA trade war keeps on rolling. In the latest chapter, the Carney government has announced new reciprocal tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of U.S. goods following the collapse of Friday's trade talks. CTV National News correspondent Michael Serapio has the latest. On today's show: Listen live as Federal Ministers take questions from the media on Canada's tariff response. Graham speaks with Reynolds Mastin, the President and CEO of the Canadian Media Producers Association, about how the Online Streaming Act became a key sticking point in the derailed trade talks. Money Talk with John Klotz: Back-to-school shopping without breaking the bank. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief, outlines what she's heard about the collapsed trade talks. A new study is shedding light on just how prevalent CTE is among former NFL players. We dig deeper with Tim Fleiszer, the Executive Director of the Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada.

Guest host Tim Powers speaks with CTV's Michael Serapio, as the Americans continue their ongoing trade war with Canada. As of Saturday, a new series of 50% Trump tariffs officially kicked in. And depending on how the next few months play out, bigger sectors could be hit by Trump on New Year's Day. On today's show: Shachi Kurl, the President of the Angus Reid Institute, offers new data on how people are feeling about the trade war. Dan Kelly, the President and CEO for the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, on the concerns and needs of Canada's business community in light of the trade war. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: How the trade war could impact the Tech sector. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sabrina Grover and Tom Mulcair. Brian Kingston, the President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, reacts to the new Auto tariff threats from U.S. President Trump and the ongoing trade war. Dr. Hayley Hamilton, the Co-Director for the Institute for Mental Health Policy Research at CAMH, highlights the recent findings from the Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey.

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. Today, we check in with Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker about the stakes of potential steel tariffs, and how they could impact his community. But first, we get the complete picture from CTV's Jeremie Charron. On today's show: Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham chimes in on Canada-USA trade, plus the proposed Churchill Falls energy deal with Quebec. Mark Holland, the CEO of the Canadian National Exhibition, highlights what's on deck for the annual event's 147th spectacle. Eric Ham, a U.S. political analyst for CTV News and a former U.S. Congressional Staffer, reacts to U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance's trade comments. Ian Lee, an Associate Professor at Carleton University's Sprott School of Business, on what different trade negotiation outcomes might mean economically for our country. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim on an incoming plebiscite on strengthening open-air drug use laws. TSN 1050 host Matt Cauz talks about a big series in The Bronx for the Blue Jays, as Toronto tries to make a late-season push for the American League's last playoff spot.

Live from Washington, Vassy Kapelos checks in with CTV National News Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur for the latest on trade. We also pick the brain of Lisa Raitt, a former Conservative Cabinet Minister and a member of Prime Minister Carney's Advisory Committee on Canada-USA Economic Relations. On today's show: Dr. Bishal Gyawali, a Medical Oncologist and Professor of Medical Oncology at Queen's University, reacts to new progress from Merck and Moderna on potential mRNA cancer vaccines. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: The science of writing your dating-app bio. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, Marieke Walsh, and Mike LeCouteur. Afua Hagan, CTV News' Royal Commentator, reacts to reports of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returning to the United Kingdom.

Vassy Kapelos checks in with Mike LeCouteur, a Senior Political Correspondent with CTV National News, as rumblings of an agreement start to surface between North America's biggest neighbours. On today's show: Lana Payne, the National President for UNIFOR, reacts to the latest trade negotiations with the United States and preaches short-term caution. Cathryn Naiker, the host of 'The Pick Up: A WNBA Podcast', reacts to superstar Caitlin Clark's first visit to Toronto and explains why one of Clark's Indiana teammates is making the most off-court noise right now. The Explainer with Canadian economist Moshe Lander: How the Canadian dollar's value is gauged compared to USD. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Graham Richardson. Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief, on the American perspective to the ongoing trade negotiations and the potential deal in front of us.

Hours shy of Trump's tariff deadline, Vassy Kapelos speaks with CTV's Mike LeCouteur, as trade officials from both sides of the border gather in Washington to try and finalize a deal. On today's show: Brian Kingston, the President of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, joins Vassy to discuss how the Auto sector is managing the trade war. Shaun Cathcart, a Senior Economist with the Canadian Real Estate Association, dissects the current state of the Canadian housing market. The Parti Quebecois says, until Donald Trump exits the White House, the idea of a referendum won't be on the table. Dimitris Soudas, a former Communications Director to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, delivers his reaction. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Todd Stafford, the owner of Brockville-based Northern Cables, joins Vassy to discuss how his business would fare if additional tariffs are imposed at Midnight.

Days away from the Midnight tariff chimes, Vassy Kapelos speaks with CTV's Mike LeCouteur, as trade officials from both sides of the border gather in Washington. On today's show: Pedro Antunes, a Chief Economist with Signal49 Research, explains what the latest annual inflation data tells us on the eve of Wednesday's Tariff Day. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Why the University of Toronto's Law School might be saying 'No' to laptop notes. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. Dr. April Kam, a Division Head for Pediatric Emergency Medicine at McMaster Children's Hospital, reacts to an increase in e-scooter injuries involving children.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: The tariff clock ticks down with no word on a deal. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is the subject of leadership questions. A Conservative MP heads up a COVID vaccine injury inquiry. The Ford PCs were allegedly spying on Bonnie Crombie in Jamaica. Plus, a New Zealander canoes across Canada. The Big Conversation: CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur unpacks his week covering Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc in Washington. Life with Canada's Best: Frontenac Islands Mayor Judy Greenwood-Spence on the Wolfe Island Ferry saga. Despite better employment data, it's still a tough job market for Canadian youth. United Way of Greater Toronto CEO Heather McDonald joins us with the latest intel. Conservative MPs voice deep concerns with Pierre Poilievre's leadership. Tim Powers, the Chair of Summa Strategies, reacts. CTV News chief political correspondent Vassy Kapelos joins Graham to unpack the reporting on Pierre Poilievre's struggles. Dr. Suzanne Beno, a pediatric emergency physician and the co-medical director of the SickKids’ Trauma Program, discusses concerning new data on e-scooter injuries. Have Your Say: Conservative MPs worry about keeping their seats with Poilievre as leader. What made Graham smile this week: A New Zealander canoeing across Canada discovers Canuck hospitality.

Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is set to meet for a third time with USTR Jamieson Greer in Washington today, as Canada hopes to avoid punishing new tariffs with concessions and retaliation on the table. Vassy is joined by CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur with the latest developments. On today's show: What does the Forestry sector hope to see in a tariff relief deal? Vassy speaks with Derek Nighbor, the CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why working out together boosts the health of your marriage. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura Stone, Rob Benzie, Marieke Walsh, and Mike LeCouteur. Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens joins the show with a post-mortem on the Gordie Howe Bridge saga. CTV's Garrett Barry joins Vassy to talk about a new deal between Quebec and Newfoundland on Churchill Falls.

20,000 people remain under evacuation orders in British Columbia, as crews struggle to contain blazes in the Okanagan Region. Vassy speaks with Erick Thompson in Hour 1. He is with the Penticton District's Regional Emergency Operations Centre, and he is also among the list of evacuees. On today's show: CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins us live from D.C. with the latest on trade talks. The Explainer with Dr. Celine Bouchard, the President of the Canadian Menopause Society and practicing OBYN in Quebec City: What to know about AbCellera's new menopause drug. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Michele Cadario. Roger Hilton, a Defense Fellow with GLOBSEC, explains how Europe is responding to threats to civilian infrastructure from state actors like Russia.

Canada's trade negotiating team is back in D.C. today ahead of next Wednesday's tariff deadline. CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins us live from Washington. Then, we check in with Jean Simard, the President and CEO of the Canadian Aluminum Association and a member of the PM's Advisory Council on Canada-USA economic relations. On today's show: CTV's Scott Hurst and CTV meteorologist Kelsey MacEwen have the latest on efforts to contain the Bald Range wildfire in B.C.'s Okanagan Region, and why the weather outlook for the region is causing some concern for officials. A new survey shows that Gen-Z Canadians are more likely to engage in risky travel behaviour without the right insurance. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Brian Platt. Vassy speaks with Summerland wildfire evacuee Joel Patan, whose family narrowly escaped the Bald Range wildfire on Friday night.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as British Columbia remains under a province-wide State of Emergency due to more than 100 out-of-control wildfires. Tim speaks with Summerland Mayor Doug Holmes, where 12,000 residents were forced to evacuate on Friday with little notice. On today's show: CTV National News correspondent Michael Serapio has the latest on the trade talks in Washington. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham joins Tim to break down the odds of a trade breakthrough before August 19th. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: The latest on a landmark social media lawsuit settlement in the United States. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jordan Paquet, Sabrina Grover, and George Soule. CTV National News correspondent Scott Hurst has more on the wildfire situation in B.C.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: Ottawa and Washington may be getting closer to some kind of tariff deal. The Canadian economy added 75,000 jobs in July. Bloomberg's Editor-in-Chief says Canada's economy is outpacing the rest of the G7. Canada's Conservatives lose a seventh MP. Plus, hundreds have evacuated B.C. wildfires in the Okanagan. The Big Conversation: NYC tries to lure back Canadian tourists with the 'Northern Neighbor Deal'. We dig deeper with NYC Tourism President and CEO Julie Corker. Life with Canada's Best: Daniel Cadigan, one of the winners of the 208th Royal St. John's Regatta. What is the 'Super El Nino' and how will it impact Canada's weather this year? Environment Canada climatologist David Phillips fills us in. Graham speaks with Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association of Canada, about the developments in Canada-USA trade talks. Vernon (B.C.) Mayor Walter Cummings delivers an update on the ongoing wildfire situation. Nova Scotia is moving forward with a ban on e-scooters for kids under the age of 14. Fred Tilley, the province's Minister of Public Works, explains why. Have Your Say: Canada-USA travel boycotts and regulating e-scooters. What made Graham smile this week: Lloyd Robertson reports on his own car crash in 2018.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos. Prime Minister Carney has responded to U.S. President Trump calling Canada 'nasty' as trade negotiations persist. This comes as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre criticizes concessions on trade, and Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc meets with Jamieson Greer in Washington. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham joins the program with his thoughts on the back-and-forth. Plus, the Daily Debrief Panel unpacks the politics. On today's show: A first-of-its-kind report from the Canadian Alliance To End Homelessness sheds light on why the number of people living on the street has doubled since 2018. CEO Tim Richter explores the key findings. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why people prefer algorithms that are worse for us. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Marieke Walsh, Laura Stone, and Rob Benzie. Tim speaks with La Presse Ottawa Bureau Chief J.D. Belevance about the upcoming Quebec election, where the Separatist PQ is leading in the latest polls. Veteran sports journalist Arash Madani checks in with the latest Canadian Tennis storylines to watch at the National Bank Open, which begins in Montreal this weekend.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos. Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc has returned to Washington with 2 weeks remaining until the August 19th deadline. If an agreement isn't arranged, new 50% Trump tariffs will hit Canada. Tim speaks with Diamond Isinger, a former Special Advisor on Canada-USA Relations to the federal government. On today's show: Tim speaks with veteran Canadian journalist Bob Fife about the life and legacy of former CTV News chief anchor Lloyd Robertson, who died Tuesday at the age of 92. The Explainer with Gladstone A.I. co-founder Jeremie Harris: What's going on with rogue AI? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Jeff Rutledge, and Sabrina Grover. TSN's AJ Jakubec dissects the ongoing controversy with FIFA Head Gianni Infantino, whose days in that role may be numbered. It's St. John's Regatta Day! Tim chats with Event President Keith White about this year's competition.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, who is taking an extra long weekend to unwind and relax. WestJet flight attendants walked off the job on Sunday before their union reached a tentative agreement with the airline overnight. It wasn't a lengthy stint on the picket lines, but the fallout still has Canadians stranded across the country and abroad. We dig deeper with John Gradek, an airline industry expert and lecturer at McGill University. On today's show: Stranded WestJet passenger Bob Reid joins us live from Winnipeg to share his customer service experience during the strike. Tim speaks with The Globe And Mail's Stephanie Levitz about Canada's long-awaited foreign influence registry, which is taking effect today. Money Talk with John Klotz: The ins and outs of travel insurance. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Nojour Al Mallees. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: The AI-supervised exam that went horribly wrong. TSN's Matt Cauz joins Tim to chat about a dismal season for the Toronto Blue Jays, as they did a mixture of buying and tough selling during Monday's MLB Trade Deadline.

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: CTV's Kamil Karamali has the latest on a possible strike at WestJet this long weekend. Tim speaks with Retired Major-General Tom Lawson about the latest developments in the Middle East. Independent Senator Danièle Henkel talks about Canada's push to boost the CAF reserve force to 30,000 members. Canada's Chef de Mission for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games joins Tim to tee up competition ahead of the event's final weekend. Two major American labour unions are calling on U.S. President Trump to reconsider his new tariffs on Canada. Tim is joined by USW International President Roxanne Brown. How did St. John's, Newfoundland become a hub for tech investment in Canada? Tim speaks with The Globe And Mail's Alexandra Posadzki. Remembering the 1976 Montreal Olympics with Walter Sieber, who was the Director of Sports for those games.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos. Flight attendants at WestJet could walk off the job on Sunday if their union and the airline don't reach a settlement agreement, putting long weekend travel plans up in the air for thousands of Canadians. Amra Durakovic from Flight Centre Travel Group Canada outlines what travelers should know. On today's show: CTV's Rachel Aiello has the latest on Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc's trip to Washington. Graham chats with Shachi Kurl, the President of Angus Reid Institute, about a new poll that shows climate policy is driving voters away from the Carney Liberals. Not only that, those voters are going straight to the Orange Crush. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: The reasons why not having a defined career plan might be a good thing. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Marieke Walsh and Rob Benzie. During the 2025 election campaign, the Liberals promised to increase a key tax credit to support the mining sector. The Association for Mineral Exploration say the Carney government has not made good on that promise. Graham speaks with President Todd Stone.