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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos. Canadians are learning details of Minister LeBlanc's official trade mission to D.C. this week on social media, as his office is refusing to share any details about his itinerary with the media. Graham chats with CTV National News correspondent Rachel Aiello about what we do know. On today's show: The opposition is demanding answers on the Gordie Howe Bridge deal at a special Parliamentary Committee meeting today. Graham is joined by Shuvaloy Majumdar, a Conservative MP and the Tories' Opposition Critic for Canada-USA Relations. Digging deeper into Canada's trade response with Scotty Greenwood, the founder of Ottawa Street Strategy and a former U.S. Diplomat to Canada. The Explainer with Dr. Brian Wirzba, the President of the Alberta Medical Association: What to know about Alberta's experiment with private healthcare. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Sabrina Grover, and Jordan Paquet. Graham speaks with Tim Fleiszer, the Executive Director of the Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada, about the push to ban heading in kids' soccer. Rob Benzie, the Queens Park Bureau Chief for the Toronto Star, dissects a possible brewing feud between the Carney Liberals and the Ford Ontario PCs.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos. Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and top trade negotiator Janice Charette are heading to D.C. for meetings today, with a new round of U.S. tariffs set to take effect on August 19th. The Daily Debrief Panel, featuring Sharan Kaur and Jamie Ellerton, debates the government's response to the latest tariff threat. On today's show: Graham chats with Shamira Madhany, the Managing Director for World Education Services Canada, about how changes to the immigration system could address pressures in the healthcare system. It's been one week since a group of Ontario First Nations called for a public inquiry on the government's wildfire response. Graham checks in with Wilfred King, the Head Chief of the Gull Bay First Nation, about why he's demanding answers. Money Talk with John Klotz: Keeping the family cottage in the family. Canada has a new Task Force on Modernizing Government, with a mandate to speed up bureaucracy across the country. Graham chats with Executive Director David McLaughlin about what it hopes to accomplish. CTV"s Judy Trinh joins the show with an update on the Canadian NATO intern who has been accused of espionage.

Graham Richardson sits in for Vassy Kapelos. After weeks of delay and political controversy, traffic finally started flowing across the Gordie Howe Bridge at approximately 11:50AM Eastern Time today. CTV Windsor's Travis Fortnum joins us live from the Canadian side. On today's show: A new national survey has found that 1-in-10 Canadian emergency physicians are leaving the specialty. Graham speaks with Dr. Michael Herman, an ER doctor in Ottawa and a spokesperson for the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians. POLITICO reports that the Carney government is sitting on a proposal from Meta to restore access to news content on its platforms. Professor Michael Geist from the University of Ottawa discusses how the Online News Act fits into the broader trade negotiation picture. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: It took OpenAI just one week to notice one of its models had gone rogue and escaped containment. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, George Soule, and Tim Powers. Proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code are aimed at avoiding costly labour disruptions, such as the 2023 and 2024 B.C. port strikes. We delve into that subject with Derrick Hynes, the President and CEO of the Federally Regulated Employers, Transportation, and Communications. CTV Vancouver's Kraig Krause has the latest on the B.C. wildfire situation.

Canada and the United States are once again facing a major trade showdown. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for a new 50 per cent tariff on a range of Canadian goods, including products covered under the Canada–U.S.–Mexico Agreement, or CUSMA. Prime Minister Mark Carney says the move violates the trade agreement, but says he and President Trump have agreed to intensify negotiations in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Canadian premiers, businesses and economists are weighing how to respond — and what these tariffs could mean for workers, consumers and the economy. Vassy Kapelos, CTV News’ Chief Political Correspondent and host of Power Play, spoke to Ken Connors. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Mark Schiefelbein

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.

Much of Southern Ontario is dealing with poor air quality today, while over a dozen remote communities in Northern Ontario have been evacuated due to out-of-control blazes. Vassy Kapelos speaks with CTV National News Correspondent Scott Hurst and Environment Canada Senior Climatologist David Phillips about the latest developments. On today's show: Reporters press Prime Minister Carney for more clarity around the deal to open the Gordie Howe Bridge. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak. Digging deeper on the health impacts of extreme heat and wildfire smoke with Sarah Henderson, the Scientific Director of Environmental Health Services at the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, Laura Stone, and Marieke Walsh. TSN's Matt Cauz has a preview of this weekend's FIFA World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain. CTV film critic Richard Crouse gives his review of Christopher Nolan's much-hyped Odyssey.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as Prime Minister Mark Carney defends his decision to split toll revenues from the Gordie Howe Bridge with the United States. And now, Canada has acquired the amount of American political approval to finally cut that ribbon. Under the original agreement, Canada would have kept 100% of the tolls until it recovered the cost of constructing the bridge. The Conservatives, however, call it a terrible compromise. AM800 Windsor's Mike Kakuk breaks it all down for us. On today's show: Move over, Lyme Disease! There's a new tick-born illness that researchers are warning humanity about. Graham checks in with an Ottawa-area couple who experienced it first hand. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: The FCC approves giant mirrors in outer space to harness the Sun's power. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers, Sabrina Grover, and Shannon Greer. Economist Don Drummond joins Graham for a conversation about the lack of transparency from the Carney government around Canada's defense spending. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham examines the life and legacy of controversial U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly over the weekend.

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.

The Conservatives have lost another seat in Parliament after Prime Minister Carney appointed Quebec MP Richard Martel to Canada's Senate. Also receiving a seat in the Red Chamber is longtime Liberal strategist, and Carney's current Principle Secretary, Tom Pitfield. Vassy Kapelos is joined alongside Stephanie Levitz, a senior reporter with The Globe And Mail's Ottawa Bureau. On today's show: Vassy speaks with John Bolton, a former U.S. Ambassador and National Security Advisor to President Trump, about this year's NATO Leaders Summit in Turkiye. Hear Vassy's 1-on-1 conversation with Grant Isaac, the CEO of Cameco, about the federal government's nuclear strategy. Money Talk with John Klotz: Canadian vs. American stock markets. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rachel Aiello, Sharan Kaur, and Jamie Ellerton. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Tjorven Bellmann, Germany's Ambassador to Canada, about Canada's choice to hire German manufacturer TKMS to supply a new fleet of submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy. Sports broadcaster Arash Madani recaps the United States' elimination from the FIFA World Cup, and the controversy over U.S. President Trump calling FIFA's President to overturn a U.S. player's suspension.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as Prime Minister Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to make a long-awaited announcement. It is expected to feature details around the proposal for a new oil pipeline to Canada's West Coast. Duane Bratt, a Professor of Political Science at Calgary's Mount Royal University, tees up what's at stake from a political lens. On today's show: Tim chats with The Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham about the heatwave that is impacting Central Canada. Pollster Nik Nanos delves into the latest national research on the opposition to Alto's high-speed rail plan, and general concerns around Canadian unity. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: What to know about bats and rabies. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Sharan Kaur. Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a Palliative Care Physician at The Ottawa Hospital and the host of the Prevention Over Prescription Podcast, has some tips for Canadians to follow during extreme heatwaves. Prime Minister Carney and B.C. Premier David Eby take questions from the media in Vancouver.

In a new video address to Canadians, Prime Minister Carney says Canada's emissions will increase in the coming years, as the federal government prioritizes economic growth. Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon. On today's show: Tim chats all things FIFA with veteran sports broadcaster Arash Madani, as Team Canada is set to take on Morocco in the Round of 16 this weekend. Richard Masson, a former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, joins the show for a discussion about the outlook for a new West Coast oil pipeline. It follows today's report that Alberta will make its submission for the project without a private sector backer. Money Talk with John Klotz: How to achieve financial independence. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Saeed Selvam, and Anne McGrath. Tim speaks with Dr. Janet Morrison, the President and Vice-Chancellor for the Memorial University of Newfoundland, about a new exhibit marking Newfoundland soldiers’ sacrifice during the Battle of the Somme. It is scheduled to be unveiled in France today on the 100th anniversary of that battle. CTV Your Morning meteorologist Kelsey McEwen delivers an update on the Canada Day forecast. Liaison Strategies principal David Valentin discusses a new national poll showing Canadians are still proud of their country, despite feeling more anxious about the future.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, Chief of the Defence Staff Jennie Carginan, Hunter Biden and Cameco President Grant Isaac

Prime Minister Mark Carney has pushed back on recent comments made by U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra. In an interview earlier this week with Vassy Kapelos, Hoekstra said Canada and the U.S. are 'nowhere close' to a deal on CUSMA. Vassy is joined alongside CTV National News Correspondent Abigail Bimman, who put the remarks to Carney at this morning's press conference. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Transportation Minister Steve MacKinnon and presses him on why Ottawa hasn't been more aggressive in fast-tracking infrastructure projects. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Which jobs will Artificial Intelligence actually disrupt? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Marieke Walsh, Rob Benzie, and Laura Stone. Middle East expert Thomas Juneau joins Vassy with his analysis on how negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are going. CTV's Judy Trinh reports on Canada's historic trade mission to Japan.

Vassy Kapelos is here for the first 90 minutes of today's 2-hour show. We start things off with a 1-on-1 chat with Canada's Energy Minister Tim Hodgson. He defends the government's promise to create 90,000 jobs and build 10 new nuclear reactors, despite the lack of specific new funding commitments in the nuclear strategy. CTV Quebec Bureau Chief Genevieve Beauchemin has the latest on the tragic shooting in Montreal, as an investigation into Monday's horrific events continues. Money Talk with John Klotz: Knowing when is the best time to buy a home. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Brian Platt. Graham Richardson takes over for the final 2 segments. CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on new numbers from StatsCan, which show an increase in Canadians travelling to the U.S. for the first time in 15 months. Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce discusses a new equity partnership with First Nations in the Small Modular Reactor project, located at the Darlington Nuclear Generation Station.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Government House leader Steven MacKinnon, Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer, political strategists Kathleen Monk, Kory Teneycke, and David Herle.

America's President told reporters in France on Wednesday that he'd prefer to see the trade deal terminated rather than re-negotiated. Vassy Kapelos speaks with Jean Charest, a former Quebec Premier and member of the PM's Advisory Committee on Canada-USA Economic Relations. On today's show: TSN's Claire Hanna previews today's Canada-Qatar FIFA World Cup match in Vancouver. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Senator Pamela Wallin to discuss the recommendation against expanding MAiD for mental illness in Canada. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why some people always pick up the tab. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Laura Stone. Vassy speaks with TSN Senior Correspondent and retired Canadian pro soccer player Tosaint Ricketts about a new documentary examining the racism and hate pro athletes experience online. CTV's Rachel Aiello reports from Parliament Hill, as the House of Commons rises for Summer Break.

Following the news of a renewed ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, Vassy Kapelos goes 1-on-1 with Defense Minister David McGuinty to discuss what role Canada could play in the region if the war ends. On today's show: CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur reports live from the G7 in Evian, France. Vassy is joined by The Globe And Mail's Kristy Kirkup to discuss what changes may be coming to Canada's MAiD regime, as the Parliamentary Committee unveils its final report tomorrow. Money Talk with John Klotz: Tax planning for self-employed Canadians. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Graham Richardson. Vassy speaks with Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce about a new deal that aims to supply Ontario-made nuclear reactor parts to the European market. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse-Nepinak joins Vassy to discuss the federal government's new legislation aimed at finally ending boil water advisories on reserves.

After 48 hours of conflicting reports and rumors, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $6.4 billion crossing between Windsor and Detroit has been postponed indefinitely, largely thanks to political posturing from the White House. Vassy Kapelos tackles the latest developments with AM800 Windsor host Mike Kakuk. On today's show: CTV National News senior correspondent Judy Trinh joins Vassy with the details of the Carney government's long-awaited Online Harms legislation, which includes a U-16 social media ban. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specalist Dan Riskin: New study shows that working from home is bad for your mental health. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Marieke Walsh. Vassy in joined by Conservative MP Luc Berthold to discuss his private member's bill, which is seeking changes to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. His legislation is motivated by the tragic death of his son, who took his own life at the age of 28 following years of struggle with substance abuse and mental health. Kimberly Carson, the CEO of Breast Cancer Canada, joins Vassy to discuss the federal government's new advisory panel on preventive health care.

On Monday, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre spoke at a Royal Canadian Legion branch in Downtown Calgary, making his pitch for a united Canada ahead of this Fall’s referendum vote. He says Alberta doesn’t need its own country, and that it just needs better policies from the feds. Vassy Kapelos checks in with Mike Lake, the Conservative MP for Leduc-Wetaskiwin. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney confirms that the Gordie Howe Bridge, linking Windsor to Detroit, will finally open this week. Construction began in 2018, but the project has stalled several times since then. And as we approach Friday’s grand-opening, the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority hasn’t confirmed the launch date. AM800 Windsor host Mike Kakuk drops by with the latest. Money Talk with John Klotz: How to financially plan for the future without panicking. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Canada’s former top soldier is warning the Carney government against pivoting to China at the expense of Ottawa’s relationship with Washington. Vassy chats with Wayne Eyre, a Retired General and Canada’s former Chief of Defense Staff. CTV's Abigail Bimman chimes in with an update on the Gordie Howe Bridge, and offers the latest on Doug Ford's trip to Washington.

Arbour, a former Supreme Court Justice, succeeds Mary Simon as Canada's 31st Governor General. Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos in Hour 1. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith used a keynote address on Friday to urge her UCP Party to vote against Alberta separation in Fall's provincial referendum. Similar words have been echoed by Pierre Poilievre, the leader of Canada's Conservatives. We dig deeper with Lori Williams, a Professor of Political Science at Calgary's Mount Royal University. The FIFA World Cup arrives in Canada this Friday. All in all, the cost to host this global tournament is going to fall just shy of $1 billion, which is almost $82 million per game. In fact, the costs for security alone are in the hundreds of millions. Is it worth it? We pick the brain of Canadian economist Moshe Lander. Tech Check with Carmi Levy: The Carney government's A.I. strategy pledges thousands of jobs, but lacks safety details. Vassy Kapelos is back in the hosting chair for Hour 2. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sabrina Grover, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. The Globe And Mail is reporting that the Carney government will move forward with a potential ban on some social media platforms for Canadians 16-and-under. Vassy is joined by Professor Amanda Third, who is part of the ongoing review for Australia's social media ban. CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins Vassy with more on Louise Arbour's installation as Governor General.

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment today. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney has announced a long-awaited National A.I. Strategy. We take you live to Toronto as he addresses the media. Then, we gather instant reaction from Jeremie Harris, the co-founder of an A.I. national security company that works with security specialists. Canada’s big-city mayors are calling on the feds to do something about the state of Downtown sectors. We check in with Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: How AirBnB listing language affects bookings. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie, Laura Stone, and Marieke Walsh. Newfoundland Premier Tony Wakeham joins Tim ahead of a potential Marine Atlantic strike. The Premiers of Alberta and Quebec are meeting for a face-to-face chat in La Belle Province. CTV political analyst Tom Mulcair chimes in with his two cents.

The United States Trade Representative is proposing a new 10% tariff on Canadian goods following an investigation into enforcement of rules meant to prevent products made with forced labour from entering the North American supply chain. The latest tariff threat came just hours after Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc met with Greer in D.C. on Tuesday afternoon. Guest host Tim Powers is joined by Vassy Kapelos to break down the latest on the trade file. On today's show: A new poll from Leger has the Carney Liberals at a record-high 50% support. Tim speaks with Leger Executive Vice-President Andrew Enns about the latest numbers. Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins us for this week's Explainer segment: What is Anttropic's Mythos A.I. platform, and why is Canada now involved in 'Project Glasswing'? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, George Soule, and Saeed Selvam. Hear CTV News Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur's 1-on-1 interview with Kerri-Lynne Findlay, the new leader of the B.C. Conservative Party. TSN reporter Claire Hanna recaps Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals and examines the NHL's latest scheduling headache. As the league expands to an 84-game season, the new time zones in B.C. and Alberta are causing some grey hairs to form.

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment today. Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is traveling to D.C. for a meeting with the U.S. Trade Representative, as the clock on the CUSMA review gradually winds down. CTV's Abigail Bimman has the latest from Washington. On today's show: Tim is joined by CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham to gather some insight on the politics of CUSMA from the American perspective. A trio of U.S. companies dominate 85 percent of Canada’s cloud computing market. According to a new report, that is bad news for A.I. sovereignty. We dig deeper with Curtis McCord, a policy analyst at the Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project and the co-author of this report. Money Talk with John Klotz: What does a technical recession mean for your portfolio? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jordan Paquet, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Prime Minister Carney has announced a new Advisory Council to deal with the alarming rise of antisemitism in Canada. What needs to happen next? We check in with Noah Shack, the CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs. The 2026 Stanley Cup Finals kick off tonight, as the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights search for their second Stanley Cup in franchise history. TSN 1200 Ottawa's Gord Wilson tees up Game 1 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

After calling for an emergency debate at Parliament Hill about the state of Canada's economy, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre held a press conference this morning, accusing Prime Minister Carney of hiding from the issue. What do the numbers really say about Canada's 'technical recession'? Vassy Kapelos picks the brain of Don Drummond, an Economist and Fellow-in-Residence at the C.D. Howe Institute. Prior to that, he was a Chief Economist with TD Bank. On today's show: The 2026 FIFA World Cup is kicking off next Thursday in Toronto. TSN Senior Correspondent Rick Westhead prepares to pack his bags, as he follows Team Canada all tournament long. Kirstin Hillman, a former Canadian Ambassador to the United States, joins us one month before CUSMA's expiration date. Where do things stand today, and what's the level of optimism that a deal can be reached ahead of July 1st? Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Prime Minister Carney says a national A.I. strategy will be unveiled next week. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. Vassy speaks with Stephen Fuhr, Canada's Secretary of State for Defense Procurement, about last week's GlobalEye early warning radar announcement and the long-delayed decision on buying F-35s. Hamish Telford, a Professor of Political Science at the University of Fraser Valley, gives us the political 4-1-1 on Kerry-Lynne Findlay. She claimed victory in last week's B.C. Conservative Party leadership race.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr, Former Canadian ambassador to the United States Kirsten Hillman, political strategists Lisa Raitt, Scott Reid, Nathan Cullen, journalists Niigaan Sinclair, Joel-Denis Bellavance, Jen Gerson and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson

Hot outside and hot in Ottawa. There's a lot happening in federal politics, from Alberta referendum and separation tensions, to a major defence announcement sure to upset Donald Trump, to former environment minister Steven Guilbeault leaving politics altogether. Vassy Kapelos, Chief Political Correspondent and host of Power Play and Question Period for CTV News, as well as host of The Vassy Kapelos Show, joins Evan to break it all down.

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment today. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney is in New York City today, as he attempts to drum up investment in Canada. CTV's Jeremie Charron joins us with a live update. Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault, who led the Environment and Climate file for years under the Justin Trudeau regime, will be resigning his seat at the House of Commons table later this Summer. You'll hear his 1-on-1 chat with Vassy Kapelos in Hour 1 of today's program. Guilbeault becomes the second Liberal MP this month to step aside from the political arena, as Nate Erskine-Smith also plans to leave before the leaves begin to fall. How does this impact the newly-formed Carney majority? CTV political analyst Tom Mulcair weighs in. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Playground falls make kids 'street smart'. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie, Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, and Marieke Walsh. Where’s the beef? The Canadian Cattle Association warns against opening up access to the Canadian beef market, as the Mercosur negotiations continue. CCA President Tyler Fulton explains why.

NBC repoter Rory O'Neill, Trudie’s Takeaways with CJAD Newscaster Trudie Mason, Vassy Kapelos, Entertainment with John Moore, Political Analyst Tom Mulcair, Emergency Room Physician Dr. Mitch Shulman, country artist Brittany Kennell, Basile Chiasson Lawyer and King’s Counsel specializing in civil litigation

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Alberta premier Danielle Smith, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature Julie Dabrusin, political strategists Kathleen Monk, Scott Reid, Jason Hatcher, and the Artemis II crew.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by former Alberta premier Jason Kenney, outgoing Governor General Mary Simon, political strategists Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk, James Moore and Scott Reid, NDP Alberta Leader Naheed Nenshi and First Nations Bank of Canada President and CEO Bill Lomax.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, political strategists Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk and Dimitri Soudas, journalists Graham Richardson, Stephanie Levitz and Nojoud Al Mallees and former Canadian ambassador Frank McKenna.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Federal Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu, former Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole, political strategists Kathleen Monk, Kory Teneycke, and Scott Reid, CTV News Chief Financial Correspondent Amanda Lang, Bloomberg’s Nojoud Al Mallees, and La Presse’s Joël-Denis Bellavance.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Canada's Secretary of State for the CRA, Wayne Long ; former governor of the Bank of Canada, Stephen Poloz ; political strategists Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk, and James Moore ; and a one-on-one with Finland's President, Alexander Stubb.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Canada's Transportation Minister, Steven MacKinnon, Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar, political strategists Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk, and James Moore, former ambassador Derek Burney, and founder of Nanos Research Nik Nanos.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Canada's Transportation Minister, Steven MacKinnon, political strategists Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk, and Lisa Raitt, and Canada's former ambassador to the UN, Bob Rae.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by CTV's Rachel Aiello, political strategists Kathleen Monk, James Moore and Scott Reid, Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy, and Saab CEO Micael Johansson.

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Conservative campaign manager Steve Outhouse, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, strategists Lisa Raitt, Scott Reid, Tom Mulcair and RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Former U.S. national security advisor John Bolton, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, strategists Katheen Monk, James Moore, Scott Reid, and Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon,

Vassy Kapelos is joined by CTV News chief financial correspondent Amanda Lang, Heather Exner-Pirot of The MacDonald-Laurier Institute, strategists Nathan Cullen, Scott Reid, Lisa Raitt, Federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Canada’s new High Commissioner to the U.K. Bill Blair