Catherine Cullen, host of CBC's The House, and Jason Markusoff, a producer and writer with CBC Calgary, delve into the heated week in Canadian politics. They discuss Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's controversial meeting with Trump about tariffs, stirring tensions among provincial leaders. The conversation shifts to Mark Carney's entry into the Liberal leadership race, highlighting his strategic positioning against Pierre Polyev. Internal rifts within the Conservative Party and the economic impact of tariff debates also feature prominently, underscoring the complexities of Canada’s political landscape.

Catherine Cullen, a CBC senior parliamentary reporter and host of CBC Radio’s The House, discusses the escalating tensions between Canada and India after serious allegations against Indian diplomats emerged. These accusations include orchestrating criminal acts against Canada’s Sikh community, triggering public safety warnings. Cullen also sheds light on the unrest within the Liberal Party, where a secret document hints at potential leadership changes amid growing discontent. The diplomatic fallout could reshape the political landscape in both nations.

Catherine Cullen, The host of “The House” joins Front Burner to talk about how an app that was supposed to make pandemic travel easier has ended up costing millions. The discussion covers the challenges faced by users of the ArriveCan app, confusion surrounding its cost, and the investigations and potential consequences for the government.