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Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux walks back his decision to leave politics, but decides to join the other team. The NDP gets closer to choosing its next leader. And Dominic LeBlanc goes on a trade mission to Mexico. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Our national affairs panel: Stephanie Levitz, senior reporter with the Globe and Mail and Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent, take us through what the loss of another MP means for the Conservative party, and what the gain means for the Liberals
CBC's Rosemary Barton explains everything we know about Alberta Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux's decision to cross the floor to the Liberals, and rumours that more Conservatives could still follow. Then, former Conservative campaign manager Fred DeLorey and former Liberal campaign co-chair David Herle discuss the potential of a Liberal majority, which could now be completed with a win in a Quebec vote that DeLorey calls 'the most consequential byelection in Canadian history.'
Canada's political leaders put aside their differences in the wake of the Tumbler Ridge tragedy. Carney tries to clear up Trump's misconceptions about the Gordie Howe Bridge. And, a Conservative MP refuses to take a pay raise. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Prime Minister Mark Carney drops Canada's EV mandate as part of a plan to strengthen the auto sector in the face of U.S. trade threats. Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives strike a new collaborative tone. And Stephen Harper's calls for unity. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
In the end, it wasn't even close. After delegates' votes were counted late on Friday night at the Conservative convention in Calgary, Pierre Poilievre won his leadership review with the backing of 87.4 per cent. Join CBC's Rosemary Barton and David Cochrane for a special episode of Power & Politics live from the convention floor, where they'll talk to our political insiders and big names from the party's past about whether the biggest Conservative challenge still lies ahead.
The prime minister and premiers grapple with growing separatist sentiment while trying to pull together for U.S. trade talks. Poilievre makes his case to keep his job after a string of defeats. And Carney swings back at U.S. criticism of his Davos speech. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Join Power & Politics on the floor of the Conservative convention in Calgary, just hours before delegates vote on whether Pierre Poilievre should remain the party's leader. Conservative campaign manager Steve Outhouse discusses the path from from the leadership vote to the next federal election, but refuses to predict whether the convention will stabilize Conservative caucus after two defections to the Liberals. Then, our panel of political insiders and CBC's Rosemary Barton discuss how much support Poilievre needs to silence doubts about his future, and whether a greater challenge lies ahead with Poilievre's appeal to voters outside his base.
It's been a dramatic few weeks including Prime Minister Mark Carney's whirlwind trip from Beijing to Doha to Davos. Followed by President Donald Trump's threats of 100 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods. To help make sense of it all, our national affairs panel, Stephanie Levitz, a senior reporter with the Globe and Mail's Ottawa bureau, Ryan Tumilty, a parliamentary reporter with the Toronto Star, and Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent join us to talk about what we can expect from the political season ahead.
Prime Minister Mark Carney outlines a new era of global politics in an address to the World Economic Forum, but can he deliver on his vision? And Ontario Premier Doug Ford fires back at the Canada-China EV deal. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to China to try and reset the relationship. Quebec Premier François Legault resigns after plummeting polls and mounting pressure. Plus, how concerned should Canada be about Trump's Greenland ambitions? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
CBC chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton asks The National's At Issue panel to look ahead to 2026 and what might be the biggest stories in Canadian politics. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
As 2025 comes to a close, Canadian politics looks very different than it did a year ago. Prime Minister Mark Carney wraps up his first year in office leading a minority government. It was a year that saw Justin Trudeau step aside, a surprise election, and a tariff war. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre lost his seat and now faces tough questions about his leadership. All of this has unfolded as Donald Trump's second presidency continues to reshape Canada's political and economic reality. To take stock of the year, and to look ahead to what 2026 might bring, we convene our year-end national affairs panel with Rosemary Barton, Ryan Tumilty, and Rob Shaw.
In a year-end interview with the CBC's Rosemary Barton, the prime minister talks about why his plan for more pipelines will help the climate. He also gives his version of what happened behind the scenes when former minister Steven Guilbeaut quit cabinet over the new energy agreement with Alberta.
CBC chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton asks The National's At Issue panel to look back on a jam-packed year politically. From an election, to tariffs, to pipelines, the At Issue panel breaks it all down in a special Holiday At Issue. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Floor crossers, falling polling numbers, and grumblings in the Conservative orbit. Pierre Poilievre sure looks shaky right now, but will it really make a difference in his upcoming leadership review? Rahim Mohamed of the National Post joins San Grewal to explain why Poilievre isn't done just yet. Host: San GrewalCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Lucie Laumonier (Associate producer and Fact Checking) tom sayers (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Rahim MohamedAdditional music by Audio Network Further reading: Pierre Poilievre speaks with CBC's Rosemary Barton after 2nd MP defection - CBC [YouTube]Future of the CPC: A (declining) majority of Conservative voters would keep Poilievre as leader in January - Angus Reid PollThe Numbers Behind Poilievre's Leadership Dilemma | The Walrus Potential disaster looms over Pierre Poilievre's leadership - The Globe and MailLorne Gunter: Poilievre Conservatives favour stunts over substance | Edmonton Journal One B.C. caucus split caused by alleged anti-Semitic staffer, Brodie says | Chilliwack Progress Carney's office slammed by access-to-info orders - Dean Beedy's NewsletterOttawa planning to make access to information even more restrictive: Internal document - IJF Sponsors: oxio: Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland.Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Quebec Liberal Party Leader Pablo Rodriguez has resigned, CBC News has learned. Sources say Rodriguez felt he had become too great a distraction for the party. The party has been investigating allegations of illegal campaign donations.And: The federal Liberals have been gaining MPs after two crossed the floor from the Conservatives. In a year-end interview with CBC's Rosemary Barton, Prime Minister Mark Carney says more MPs could cross the floor to join the government.Also: U.S. ski resorts are bracing for a holiday season without the typical boost from Canadian travelers. Canadians have been avoiding travelling to the United States since President Donald Trump launched a trade war and joked about Canada becoming the 51st state.Plus: Severe weather in B.C., Trump speech to the nation, Minnesota ICE crackdowns, Italian women's hockey team trains in Canada, and more.
CBC's Rosemary Barton debriefs on her one-on-one interview with Prime Minister Mark Carney, where Carney didn't answer when asked if there's an active recruitment campaign to take MPs from other parties. Then, CBC's Cathy Senay reports that Pablo Rodriguez will announce his resignation as leader of the Quebec Liberal Party on Thursday, with sources telling Radio-Canada that Rodriguez felt he'd become too great a distraction after weeks of controversies and party turmoil. Former Quebec deputy premier Michelle Courchesne and former Harper government adviser Rudy Husny discuss what this means for the chances that Quebec could be headed for a third sovereignty referendum.
In today's breaking news update and Canadian politics PSA, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre offered Canadians a spectacular display of exactly why he will never be elected Prime Minister of Canada during a recent CBC interview with Rosemary Barton.For the sake of exposing Conservative lies, myths and talking points designed to obfuscate the facts about Prime Minister Mark Carney's leadership (and his near-Liberal majority after two MP defections from Poilievre's own caucus), let's fact-check in real time Pierre Poilievre's claims in his CBC interview with Rosemary Barton, which aired last week. (Don't worry, we won't watch the whole thing—I respect our listeners too much.)Tune into Episode 303 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times!This episode was recorded on December 16, 2025.Don't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill's work! THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill's stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes' on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel:FURTHER READINGConservative motion will force Liberals to ‘put up or shut up' on oil pipeline support: Poilievrehttps://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/poilievre-conservative-motion-pipeline-support-9.7006496Poilievre LOSES CONTROL of Conservative Caucus, Hits LOWEST ‘Favourability' Yet! | Ep. 278 Newshttps://youtu.be/DdkL-BHpCFMBS ALERT! Pierre Poilievre Tries to Embarrass Carney's Liberals with USELESS Conservative Motionhttps://youtu.be/_upQLWcvBsUFACT-CHECK! Analyzing Pierre Poilievre's Pipeline Speech in Canadian Parliament | Ep. 299 News Todayhttps://youtu.be/Sdu4c0Vv0gQ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe
How much did Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals actually accomplish this sitting? What ambassador Hillman's resignation means for U.S. trade negotiations. And cabinet ministers quietly get sweeping new powers in Parliament. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
U.S. President Donald Trump dials up trade uncertainty, suggesting he could pull out of CUSMA/USMCA early. Mark Miller returns to cabinet and quickly rubs Quebec's premier the wrong way with his French language comments. Plus, B.C. Conservatives boot leader John Rustad. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Our National Affairs Panel gets you caught up on all the latest politics. Rosemary Barton, CBC's Chief Political Correspondent, Stephanie Levitz, the Globe and Mail's Senior Reporter in the Ottawa bureau and Ryan Tumilty a political reporter with the Toronto Star join host Matt Galloway.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith forge a partnership for a new pipeline out of Alberta, but it quickly sparked a resignation and pushback from B.C. And, more support from the federal government to help industries being battered by U.S. tariffs. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne, Althia Raj and Jason Markusoff.
On Thursday Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to announce the outlines of a plan that could set Alberta and B.C. on a collision course.It's a potential energy deal that would give Alberta special exemptions from federal environmental laws and offer political support for a new oil pipeline to the B.C. coast, among other things.That is, if Alberta can get through the significant hurdles of opposition from First Nations and B.C. where Premier David Eby was completely cut out of the talks.Today we discuss the politics of all this with the CBC's chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton and Jason Markusoff from our Calgary bureau.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcriptsCorrection: An earlier version of this episode misidentified B.C. Liberal MP Will Greaves. He represents the constituency of Victoria.
The Liberals get their budget passed, but will there be fallout from the vote? Alberta's push for a pipeline and exemptions to B.C.'s oil tanker ban. And U.S. ambassador Pete Hoekstra says restarting trade talks ‘won't be easy.' Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils the next round of nation-building projects he says will transform Canada's economy. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre tries to move past party struggles. And François Legault's fight with Quebec doctors. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Questions surface about Pierre Poilievre's leadership after one Conservative MP crosses the floor and another resigns. Prime Minister Mark Carney looks for the votes to support his federal budget. And Canada's plan to slash immigration levels. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Host David Cochrane breaks the news live on Power & Politics that Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux will resign, with Jeneroux saying he made the decision to focus on his family following the speculation surrounding the Conservative Party over the last 48 hours. The Power Panel and CBC's Rosemary Barton have immediate analysis on whether the loss of two MPs in a week is a growing threat to Pierre Poilievre's leadership. Plus, Defence Minister David McGuinty squares how close the budget's $82 billion for his file will get Canada to the 3.5 per cent of GDP NATO spending target set for 2035.
At Issue special edition: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils a budget meant to kickstart the Canadian economy. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
On Tuesday, Canada's Minister of Finance will announce his much anticipated budget.It's Mark Carney's first as Prime Minister, and comes at a time of instability and uncertainty for the country. Trade negotiations with the U.S. are on hiatus, and the pressure's on to spark economic growth while trimming spending and making life more affordable for Canadians.Carney's minority government also needs support from other parties for the budget to pass. And if it doesn't, we could be looking at another election.Our guest is Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts
Canada-U.S. trade negotiations go off the rails after an anti-tariff ad angers Trump. Parties accuse each other of trying to force an election over the budget. And was Alberta justified in using the notwithstanding clause to get teachers back to work? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Althia Raj and Jason Markusoff.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Prime Minister Mark Carney apologized over an Ontario ad that Trump cites as his reason for halting trade talks, but says he won't restart negotiations. Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin deflects questions about whether the Liberals are keeping Canada's 2030 climate target, saying 'we always knew they were ambitious.' Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre tells CBC's Rosemary Barton that he'd reverse a Supreme Court ruling striking down mandatory minimum sentences for some child pornography cases.
At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney drops hints that ‘sacrifices' are coming in the upcoming federal budget. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre tries to clarify his Trudeau jail time comments. Plus, Canada's warming relations with India. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: How will the federal government keep a united front as tariff turmoil pits premiers against each other? The Liberals move on bail reform. And Pierre Poilievre accuses the RCMP of protecting Justin Trudeau from criminal charges. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue special edition: Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with U.S. President Donald Trump to try and reach a deal on tariffs. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Danielle Smith announces her province's proposal for a west-coast pipeline despite pushback from British Columbia. More candidates enter the race for NDP Leadership and share their vision for the party's revival. And the Liberals announce another office and CEO to oversee major government policies.. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Canada Post workers go back on strike after the Liberals unveil a plan to save it from its ‘existential crisis.' The Conservatives call for the public safety minister to be fired over leaked gun buyback comments. And Prime Minister Mark Carney tries to find more trade allies. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to Mexico to try and shore up a new trade partnership. Chrystia Freeland and David Lametti leave the Liberal team. And the federal government asks the Supreme Court to limit how provinces use the notwithstanding clause. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
For the first time since June, MPs returned to the House of Commons to decide the path of Canada's future. And just a few days into the fall session, it's already looking like a busy season.After more than a decade in politics, Chrystia Freeland announced she is calling it quits. Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney faced off for the first time in question period, and we learned when we'll see the Liberals' long-delayed budget –– and got a preview of some of the obstacles the minority government will face in getting it passed.Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent, is back to discuss an eventful week in Parliament and what we know about the national interest projects that are so key to the Prime Minister's agenda.
At Issue special edition: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre returns to the House of Commons after winning his Alberta by-election, facing off with Prime Minister Mark Carney for the first time in Parliament. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
The House is back and so is our national affairs panel. CBC's chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton, Ryan Tumilty of the Toronto Star and Stephanie Levitz of the Globe & Mail weigh in on what to expect this fall. Pierre Poilievre will be back in the House after reclaiming a seat and Prime Minister Mark Carney has made some big promises – will he be able to deliver? Plus, there's a budget on the horizon, and the Liberals need a dance partner.
At Issue this week: What the first projects on Prime Minister Mark Carney's approval fast track signal about the government's direction. MPs prepare to return to Parliament , but have the dynamics shifted? And Conservatives target the Temporary Foreign Workers program. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
It's the first day of summer and Canadian politics is already heating up. Prime Minister Mark Carney is hoping to pass Bill C-5 before the House breaks, but the legislation is drawing serious pushback from Indigenous leaders and others. Meanwhile, the G7 has wrapped — was there any progress on tariffs? Plus, a Conservative Party leadership review and by-elections in Alberta. It all makes for a busy summer in Canadian politics. Our national affairs panel — Rosemary Barton, Stephanie Levitz and Kathleen Petty — join us to break it all down.
At Issue this week: The Liberal government pushes to expedite Prime Minister Mark Carney's contentious major projects bill, despite objections from Indigenous communities. Canada commits to a new relationship with India. And Pierre Poilievre starts a podcast. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Minister Mark Carney invites Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the G7 summit. Canada gets a defence spending boost. And how close are we to a trade deal with the U.S.? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Sources tell CBC/Radio-Canada that Carney and Trump have shared private calls and texts about tariffs. Premiers pitch their infrastructure projects to the prime minister. And does a new border security bill go too far? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: How will another week of back-and-forth on tariffs from the U.S. change Canada's negotiating position? The changing dynamics in the House under a new government. Plus, the prime minister looks to sell his plans to the premiers. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
King Charles delivers a historic speech from the throne in Parliament. The National's At Issue panel breaks down the message and what it tells Canadians about the federal government's priorities under Prime Minister Mark Carney. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney sets the stage for a throne speech with a mandate letter outlining tasks and priorities for his cabinet. Canada looks beyond the U.S. for allies. And, Liberal MPs will soon decide whether to give themselves the powers to order leadership reviews. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Mark Carney's new cabinet was sworn in at Rideau Hall. Among them are 24 new faces but also a solid handful of the same big names from the previous government. What does it tell us about the government's priorities? Is it enough of a change from the Trudeau years?Plus, the Liberals gained a seat after winning a recount in the Quebec riding of Terrebonne by a single vote. It's fuelling conspiracy theories and misinformation about the electoral process.CBC's chief political correspondent, Rosemary Barton, joins us to talk about all that and more.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts