Carney government announces $35.5 billion plan to reform First Nations child welfare system

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.

On today's show:

• Who will be getting a White Christmas in Canada? Doug Gillham, a Senior Meteorologist at The Weather Network, makes a list and checks it twice.
• The Carney government has announced a $35.5 billion plan to reform the First Nations child welfare system. We gather instant reaction from Francis Verreault-Paul, the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief for Quebec.
• Retail analyst Bruce Winder takes a look at this year's holiday shopping trends.
• The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jordan Paquet and Sharan Kaur.
• Canadian comedian Mark Critch explores and breaks down the great Newfoundland tradition of 'Tibb's Eve'.
• TSN's Gord Wilson previews the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship, which is set to take place in Minnesota.