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U.S. President Donald Trump is imposing a new 50 per cent tariff on a variety of Canadian goods; Heather Wright examines whether Canada's wildfire policies need improvement and if criticism over the flow of smoke is backed by the facts; Alex Karpa reports from Elma, Man., where wildfires are threatening homes, forests and the local economy. Gas prices brought inflation down in June, though higher food costs continue to squeeze household budgets.

The new U.S. tariffs will come into effect on August 19th unless there is an agreement reached before then, and they will apply to some goods covered under CUSMA that were previously exempt from tariffs. Guest host Tim Powers gathers the details from CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur. On today's show: Hear all of the reaction we have so far to Trump's new tariff threat CTV's Scott Hurst has an update on the wildfire situation today Could Canada do a better job managing wildfires? Tim checks in with Paul Boissoneault, Board Member with the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs and Fire Chief in Oakville, Ontario. Money Talk with John Klotz The Daily Debrief panel with Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton and Nojoud Al Mallees Tim speaks with Abacus Data CEO David Coletto about brand new national polling on Canadians' views of the Carney government's trade negotiation strategy CTV National News correspondent Rachel Aiello joins the show live from Charlottetown, PEI with a midday update on the Premiers' meeting happening there this week

TSN’s Matthew Scianitti says Spain ‘controlled the game’ to win the World Cup against Argentina; CP24’s Andrew Brennan reports on the passionate fans not only rooting for Spain to win, but also rooting for Argentina to lose; and more.

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as U.S. President Donald Trump is fuming about the Canadian wildfires. He says he spoke to Prime Minister Carney at Sunday's FIFA World Cup Final about the wildfire smoke that is impacting America's air quality, insisting that Canada should do more to control these violent blazes. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham offers his takeaways from Trump's latest tariff threats. On today's show: CTV National News correspondent Scott Hurst and Environment Canada climatologist David Philips join Tim with the latest on the country's wildfire situation. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: New Canadian research finds that A.I. could help better manage wildfire risks. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Michele Cadario, Jordan Paquet, and Shannon Greer. Ralph Goodale, a former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, reacts to Andy Burnham becoming the seventh U.K. Prime Minister in 10 years. Spain has achieved soccer immortality, wearing down Argentina in Extra Time and securing the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Chiming in with his two cents is veteran sports broadcaster Arash Madani.

U.S. President Trump is just one of the officials blaming Canada for the wildfire smoke spreading throughout the States; Ontario Premier Doug Ford dismisses ongoing criticism that the province wasn’t properly prepared for the severity of the wildfires; honeybee farmers say the insects, essential to the ecosystem, are feeling the negative impacts of climate change, forest fires; and more.

Nearly 900 wildfires burn across Canada, with smoke spreading across much of North America, as Northern Ontario faces evacuations; Wildfire smoke continues to impact the GTA, with air quality warnings in effect as millions on both sides of the border try to cope; Canadian wildfire smoke has blanketed parts of the U.S., prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to threaten new tariffs; Floods, hail, and tornadoes have damaged 300,000 hectares in Manitoba, leaving farmers struggling through a difficult growing season.

First Nations from northwestern Ontario have had to evacuate to Thunder Bay as wildfires consume their homes; Doctors encourage vulnerable populations to stay inside as much as possible as Toronto ERs see an increase in breathing difficulties; and, investigators suggest that steel tracks expanding due to heat may have contributed to a frightening train derailment in Quebec.

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 National News correspondent Heather Wright joins us from Thunder Bay with the latest on the wildfire evacuations. Could Canada do more to manage wildfire risk? We dig deeper with Paul Kovacs, the Executive Director of the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction at Western University. Bloomberg News Ottawa Bureau Chief Brian Platt has the latest on the Gordie Howe Bridge saga. Everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's FIFA World Cup Finals with veteran sports writer Arash Madani. Tricia Smith, a former Olympian and President of the Canadian Olympic Committee, joins Tim to reflect on the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Tim speaks with Scott Oake, an award-winning sports broadcaster and former Hockey Night In Canada host, about his life after broadcasting and his work in addictions treatment at the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham offers his takeaways from Trump's primetime TV address last night.

Dozens of wildfires in northern Ontario have spread an enormous blanket of smoke, giving Toronto the worst air quality in the world; Out-of-control wildfires in northern Ontario have forced many, especially remote communities, to flee to safety in Thunder Bay; and, home insurance premiums have gone up a staggering 45 per cent since 2019 due to the frequency of extreme weather-related claims.

From torrential downpours in Quebec to roads warping under high heat in Winnipeg, weather across the country is unstable; Gas prices have shot up five to 10 cents per litre across Canada in the past 24 hours. Adrian Ghobrial explains who is being squeezed the hardest; and, advocates and public health leaders are cautiously optimistic as B.C. opioid overdose deaths have dropped by more than 50 per cent.

Following a deadly shooting at a Toronto festival, many are calling for harsher punishments on illegal guns and tighter security at events; A new Canadian Medical Journal report is raising the alarm about the spread of anaplasmosis, a tick-borne disease that can be fatal; and, Jared Gross, 17, and his friends intentionally ditched their smartphones for flip phones. Kathy Le reports on what scans of their brains revealed to researchers.

Two people are dead after a horrific shooting at Salsa on St. Clair, Canada’s largest Latin street festival; PM Carney addresses separatism concerns in a conversation with CTV News during his visit to the Calgary Stampede; more and more Canadian companies are moving their production and manufacturing to the U.S. to avoid dealing with harsh tariffs; and more.

Toronto police are investigating after a deadly shooting at the Salsa on St. Clair festival, the Gordie Howe bridge opening finally expected after numerous delays, community members in St. John’s, Newfoundland are grieving after a teenager drowned at the Leech Brook swimming hole; and more.

Suppliers JBS and National Beef have been accused of artificially driving up the price of beef. Adrian Ghobrial reports on how consumers could be compensated; New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal that youth employment increased by 33,000 jobs in the month of June; and, prices at the pump have responded to the instability in the Strait of Hormuz, but experts forecast some relief is on the way.

Investment talks took top priority as the PM and his Saudi counterparts met, while critics are wary of the nation’s rights abuses; Cyclospora, a microscopic bug found in human feces, has found its way into U.S. produce through contaminated water; and, Allison Bamford reports from Swift Current, Sask. where volunteers have worked to identify unmarked graves of Second World War veterans and honour their service.

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 National News correspondent Kamil Karamali with an outlook on the incoming gas prices, as strikes between the U.S. and Iran (once again) drive up the cost of oil. Supriya Dwivedi, a former Senior Advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and a consultant at Crestview Strategy, discusses what we know about foreign interference in the Alberta separatism movement. While the newly-created Gordie Howe Bridge remains in political limbo, former Windsor-area MP Brian Masse wants to turn the Canadian side of the bridge into a public attraction. He offers his sales pitch on today's program. CTV News senior correspondent Adrian Ghobrial has the latest on the Cyclosporin outbreak in Michigan. Should Canada have a national youth service program? Tim digs deeper with Michael Burns, the Chair of Engage Canada. The Globe And Mail investigative reporter Sara Mojtehedzadeh discusses the disturbing findings of her investigation into lax enforcement of safety and labour rules within the trucking industry. Canada's Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden joins Tim with his takeaways from Canada's debut hosting stint at the FIFA World Cup.

Following a gang bust, the RCMP says there is no connection between the Indian government and the killing of a Canadian Sikh activist; U.S. President Donald Trump says the fragile ceasefire no longer stands as the American and Iranian militaries exchanges missile strikes; and, the Lotus Electra, a high-end luxury SUV, is the first Chinese electric vehicle to hit the Canadian market following a new trade deal.

Tilly Norwood, an AI generated ‘actor,’ is set to star in a new comedy. John Vennavally-Rao on the controversy the move has stirred up in the film industry.; Several blocks of midtown Manhattan have been evacuated as structural columns of a high-rise construction site appear to buckle and crack; and, Adrian Ghobrial reports on U.S. authorities arresting 24 members of the India-based syndicate behind the 2023 murder of a Canadian Sikh activist.

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos, as U.S. President Trump says he doesn't see any point in continuing negotiations with Iran. He broke the news to reporters during today's NATO Leaders Summit in Turkiye - 24 hours after the two countries exchanged blows. The development sent the price of oil soaring, and stock markets tumbling, at the opening of North American trading on Wednesday. Retired Major-General David Fraser offers his two cents on a possible path forward. On today's show: CTV National News correspondent Rachel Aiello has a recap of the Canadian storylines coming out of the NATO Leaders' Summit. U.S. and Canadian law enforcement have charged the infamous Bishnoi gang with orchestrating the assassination of Canadian Sikh activist Hardeep Sing Nijjar in 2023. Joining the program with his analysis is Chris Lewis, a former OPP Commissioner and the present-day public safety analyst for CTV News. The Explainer with Canadian defense policy expert Richard Shimooka: What is the new Defense, Security, and Resilience Bank that Canada is leading? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Sabrina Grover, and Jeff Rutledge. CTV National News correspondent Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports from Montreal, where some of the first Chinese EVs have arrived in Canada under a new import quota. TSN senior correspondent Rick Westhead delivers a post-mortem of Team Canada's performance, both on and off the pitch, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Graham Richardson, travelling alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney, discusses what factors drove the final decision on the submarine procurement deal; Federal public service employes in Ottawa are protesting the decision to make in-office work mandatory four days a week. Rachel Aiello reports; The premiers of Ontario and Alberta met to discuss the possibility of bringing more of Alberta’s crude oil to Ontario and beyond. Siobhan Morris reports.

Both PM Carney and U.S. President Trump are among those in attendance at the NATO summit in Türkiye; farmers and rural residents say they have major concerns over the multi-billion-dollar Alto high-speed rail project; soccer fans say they’re looking forward to seeing the sport grow in Canada, even with the men’s team losing to Morocco.; and more.

Canada eliminated from World Cup after heartbreaking loss to Morocco; U.S. celebrates 250th Independence Day; More U.S. tourists visiting Canada’s Niagara Region; Saskatchewan lowers eligibility age for women to test for breast cancer; and, Newfoundland and Labrador fights invasive beetle.

Kathy Le spoke to Albertans at the Calgary Stampede to gauge whether new pipeline plans have affected their stance on separation; Canadians from all walks of life are gathering in Houston ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup match between Canada and Morocco; and, Superstar Taylor Swift married Travis Kelce at a star-studded, strictly private ceremony, in one of New York’s most iconic venues.

PM Carney announced that the oil tanker ban on the north coast of B.C. will remain in place amid talks of a potential pipeline route. Mike Le Couteur reports; The oil and gas industry, and its relationship to the federal government, is playing a large role in Alberta’s separation debate. Kathy Le talks to Albertans to learn more; After a W5 investigation British police have announced a national response to combat organized networks of offenders accused of drugging and assaulting women.

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 National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur has the latest developments on Alberta's pipeline announcement. We also check in with Heather Exner-Pirot, the Director of Energy and Natural Resources at the MacDonald-Laurier Institute. TSN's Claire Hanna previews Canada's Round of 16 match against Morocco on Saturday, as Canadian soccer fans prepare to gather in droves. Remi Cormier, a Montreal jazz artist, couldn't believe his eyes after his trumpet got snatched following a recent performance. That's when he took matters into his own hands. Prime Minister Carney will be out of town on Monday, as he attends a NATO conference in Turkiye. We dig deeper with Retired General Tom Lawson, who once served as Canada's Chief of Defense Staff. Most of Canada was able to celebrate Canada Day as originally scheduled. And on Saturday, Americans will get to do the same, as the country celebrates 250 years of independence. We check in with Eric Ham, a former U.S. Congressional Staffer and present-day U.S. political analyst for CTV News. Christy Clark, a former Premier of British Columbia, reacts to the province's handshake agreement with the feds on major projects.

Rachel Aiello reports on the U.S. declining to renew CUSMA and what it means going forward as it enters an annual review process; A new Nanos poll reveals that Canadians are cutting back on summer vacations amid economic uncertainty. Garret Barry explains; Adrian Ghobrial has more on the dangerous heatwave across Canada and why meteorologists believe it is just a taste of what this summer has in store.

Millions of Canadians are facing yellow or orange-level heat warnings as temperatures soar to the mid-30’s. John Vennavally-Rao reports; PM Carney is rolling back Trudeau-era environmental protections as Canada looks to secure economic stability as an energy superpower. Mike Le Couteur reports; Moroccan-Canadians across the country are feeling torn, yet elated, as both countries gear up to face each other in the Group of 16. Adrian Ghobrial reports.

Search efforts have been called off for six people who went missing after a charter boat sank in the Strait of Georgia, near Vancouver. Ben Miljure reports; Two Ottawa boys, aged seven and 12, were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide carried out by their father; The first heatwave of summer is settling in across Canada, with Toronto expected to have its hottest Canada Day ever. John Vennavally-Rao reports.

Longtime soccer fans took to the streets of Los Angeles after Canada’s historic win against South Africa in the World Cup knockout match; TSN’s James Duthie describes some of the stand out moments of the match, including the winning goal from Stephen Eustaquio; Pierre Poilievre is now calling for an ethics enquiry over Mark Carney’s plan to convert B.C. condos into affordable rent-to-own units; and more.

Two devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have left hundreds dead and thousands more without access to clean water, food and shelter; more parents are speaking out about how their children with disabilities are being excluded from participating in summer camps; drivers who use diesel instead of gasoline say they’re still paying high costs to fuel up, despite the U.S. and Iran working on a peace deal; and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney launched a national competition to redesign 24 Sussex Drive into an accessible, sustainable official residence; Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan tells CTV's Chief Political Correspondent Vassy Kapelos the threat from Russia extends beyond Ukraine; P.E.I. has the country's smallest gender pay gap, but earnings disparities persist across demographics, with some groups benefiting less; Voyageurs fans depart for Los Angeles to cheer on Canada as the team prepares to face South Africa in Sunday's World Cup match.

Rescue crews race to find survivors after powerful twin earthquakes devastated Venezuela; Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed his call with U.S. President Donald Trump and key accomplishments from Parliament’s spring session; A new report suggests emergency room delays begin long before patients arrive.

Andrew Johnson reports from outside BC Place where Canada fell to Switzerland 2-1 to take second place in Group B at the FIFA World Cup; A memorial is building at the site in Côte-des-Neiges where a police officer and an innocent bystander were killed. Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports; Ottawa has unveiled the first three infrastructure projects considered to be key in the national interest. Abigail Bimman has the details.

Montreal mourns victims of the deadly attack as investigators reveal new details and police warn about copycat threats; A Canadian-led study is challenging traditional breast cancer care, finding some patients may benefit from less intensive treatment; U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra discussed Canadians returning to the U.S. and weighed in on relations between Ottawa and Washington.

Genevieve Beauchemin reports from Côte-des-Neiges as police conclude their operation and address the shooter's motive; Police presence remains heightened in Melville, Sask., after gunfire injured two RCMP officers during a routine investigation.Inflation climbed to 3.2 per cent in May, its highest level in over two years.

Hundreds of Montreal homes experienced massive flooding after a severe storm dumped massive amounts of water on the community; CTV News has learned the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency’s Vice President of Operations Steve Roberts will resign; Industry Minister Melanie Joly and National Defence Minister David McGuinty are among those in Tokyo working on the new trade mission; and more.

Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz as retaliation to Israel launching strikes on Lebanon; thousands of fans marched through the streets of Toronto after the match, temporarily blocking roads and some streetcar service; and the leaders of Canada, U.S., and Mexico are set to meet on July 1, but will Trump agree to any of the deals?

History was made as Canada secured its first World Cup win and moved closer to a spot in the next round; Canadian businessman Frank Stronach was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women and acquitted on other charges; Ottawa plans to convert vacant Metro Vancouver condos into affordable housing as part of new measures to ease housing pressures in B.C.

Toronto Police say attacks on Jewish schools, synagogues, businesses, and the U.S. Consulate may be tied to foreign actors; A reported U.S. data breach may have exposed Crime Stoppers tipster information; Several major Liberal bills remain unresolved including getting tougher on crime as Parliament breaks for the summer; NATO is pressing members, including Canada, to outline plans to meet defence spending targets ahead of next month's leaders' summit.

A parliamentary committee recommends against expanding MAID to people with mental illness; Prime Minister Mark Carney praised the Iran agreement and signaled Canada could help with rebuilding efforts; A new report on the Titan submersible tragedy cites major regulatory gaps. Garrett Barry reports on what investigators say went wrong.

Toronto police say criminals used encrypted apps to recruit youth for attacks on Jewish schools, synagogues, and the U.S. consulate; Community groups are demanding an independent inquiry after Montreal police were suspended amid discrimination allegations; A hot mic caught U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney bantering at the G7.

One day after the U.S.-Iran peace framework agreement, questions remain over its implementation amid regional flashpoints; World leaders welcomed news of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal as negotiators work through key issues before Friday's signing; A 12-year-old is facing attempted murder charges after hitting a Toronto police officer with an allegedly stolen car.

Trump has now confirmed on social media that a deal between the U.S. and Iran has been reached, with the Strait of Hormuz set to finally re-open; PM Mark Carney's Ireland trip includes visiting his family's ancestral town, meeting distant cousins, and more; Ottawa’s new strategy will change the way food is bought, sold, and distributed in the country; and more.

Windsor residents are among those confused why the Gordie Howe bridge between Canada and the U.S. remains closed; OPP are now investigating after five death and additional adults were injured in a car crash near Kitchener, Ont.; Montreal police say 16 officers total have either been reassigned or suspended amid serious allegations of racism; and more.

Heather Wright reports on Canada’s draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina as fans flood the streets of Toronto for Canada’s first-ever World Cup home game; Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen speaks with CTV's Chief Anchor and Senior Editor Omar Sachedina about bringing the world together through collaboration; TSN's James Duthie discusses Team Canada's performance in their draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina and how this could affect them in the tournament.

The Gordie Howe bridge opening was delayed due to confusion, despite plans for a Friday ribbon-cutting in Windsor; U.S. President Donald Trump questioned a new trade deal as his ambassador to Canada suggested a path forward; Trade, defence, and AI are on the agenda as PM Mark Carney heads to France to meet with world leaders at the G7 summit; With less than 24 hours until Toronto's first World Cup match, Canada's host cities say they are ready for kickoff.

U.S. President Donald Trump says his country doesn't need Canada's goods, saying he's 'not looking to renew' CUSMA amid trade talks; The Bank of Canada holds rates steady as economic uncertainty grows in the wake of U.S. President Trump's latest trade comments; New legislation would restrict social media access for children under 16 and tighten rules on AI chatbots to limit harmful content.

Police allege an Air Canada pilot flew hundreds of commercial flights over 17 years without a valid licence; PM Carney confirmed that the Gordie Howe Bridge will open this week, marking a major Canada-U.S. link amid ongoing trade tensions; Doug Ford says U.S. officials rolled out the red carpet in Washington as he pushed Ontario’s priorities ahead of CUSMA negotiations.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is urging policy changes to address growing separatist sentiment and strengthen national unity; Former Supreme Court justice and human rights advocate Louise Arbour was sworn in as Canada’s 31st Governor General; The federal government announced support for airlines facing fluctuating fuel costs amid a fragile Iran ceasefire.

The Israeli military says Iran fired 11 missiles towards the country, all of which were intercepted amid ongoing and escalating violence; Poilievre is expected to call for a united Canada and speak against the separatist movement in Alberta; Maria Sarrouh speaks to Douglas and Roberta Jenkins, who are suing the P.E.I. government over the amount of PFAS in their private well; and more.