The Vassy Kapelos Show

The Carney government will face a final confidence vote on the 2025 Federal Budget later today, and whether or not it will pass is still up in the air. On today's show: The U.S. Senate has passed a bill aimed at ending the weeks-long government shutdown, with 8 Democrats breaking party ranks to move the plan forward. Vassy's interview with Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon about the upcoming budget vote. Vassy speaks with former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton on what's at stake for Trump's tariff agenda, particularly if the Supreme Court rules against IEEPA tariffs. Money Talk with John Klotz: Do you need an emergency fund? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. CTV National News Quebec Bureau Chief Genevieve Beauchemin explains why thousands of doctors packed Montreal's Bell Centre on Sunday to protest Quebec's healthcare reform.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Tom Mulcair, a former NDP leader and present-day political analyst for CTV News, weighs in on the latest string of Tory floor-crossings and resignations, and what it all means for Canada's political landscape. The U.S. Supreme Court is mulling over what to do with some of Trump's tariffs, as their legality is closely examined. Carlo Dade, the Director of International Policy at the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy, explains how their decision will impact Canada. Emma Goldberg, a New York Times reporter focused on political subcultures, examines how New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's campaign connected with Gen-Z, both politically and socially. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Attending today's session are Toronto Star reporter Robert Benzie and Crestview Strategies vice-president Deirdra Tindale. Topic 1: Floor-crossings, resignations, high stakes for political parties, and the Canada Strong Budget. What's your take on what we've seen this week? Are you surprised at the amount of sudden movement? And what does it all mean moving forward? Topic 2: As the feds unleash a massive budget document, coupled with other legislative amendments, the Ontario government has released its own Fall Economic Statement. It seems like a lot of people aren't engaged, at least when it comes to the policies and numbers. Are we ancient dinosaurs for caring about these things? How do we make it more relevant to the younger generations? Topic 3: As the U.S. Supreme Court debates the validity of the Trump tariffs, Ontario is taking shots at the federal budget, while Alberta and the feds explore an MOU. As the trade turmoil continues, are the relationships between the feds and provinces in a good place? Topic 4: Prince Harry says he wore an L.A. Dodgers hat to the World Series under duress. Do you accept his apology to Canada's Team? Topic 5: Is it too early to roll out the Christmas vibes? What day is acceptable to you?

Vassy Kapelos speaks with Abacus Data CEO David Coletto about their latest polling results, and gets a temperature check on how Canadians are feeling towards the Canada Strong Budget. On today's show: Sean Fraser, Canada's Attorney General and Justice Minister, weighs in on the new budget and the introduction of now-Liberal MP Chris D'Entremont. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why you should seek unpleasant experiences, and why you think better while walking. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, and Mike LeCouteur. Eric Ham, CTV U.S. Political Analyst and former Congressional Staffer, on the Democrats' key victories and the Supreme Court case that could strike down some of Trump's tariffs. Judy Trinh, CTV National News Correspondent, on the CFIA confirming a full ostrich cull in British Columbia.

Vassy Kapelos speaks with Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne on the details surrounding the 2025 'Canada Strong' Budget. On today's show: Andrew Scheer, the House Leader of Canada's Conservatives, on his party's response to the federal budget and why one Conservative MP is crossing the floor to the Red Team. Reaction to the details in this year's federal budget from Canadian Construction Association president Rodrigue Gilbert and PSAC national president Sharon DeSousa. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo. Don Davies, the interim leader for Canada's NDP, shares his thoughts on the budget and how his party might vote on it.

Vassy Kapelos chats with CTV Chief Financial Correspondent Amanda Lang with her thoughts on the landscape that today's budget exists in, and what is likely to be featured this afternoon. On today's show: Dr. Trevor Hennessey, Chief of the Department of Anesthesiology for the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO), on his decision to leave practicing in Quebec following the introduction of Bill 2. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Tesla's A.I. chatbot gets in hot water, the ineffectiveness of cybersecurity training, and more. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laryssa Waler, Sharan Kaur, and George Soule. CTV's Royal Commentator Afua Hagan: Harry and Meghan's baseball allegiances, Prince Harry's upcoming visit to Toronto, and Andrew's cancellation from the Royal Family.

Vassy Kapelos speaks with Goldy Hyder, the President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, about the upcoming federal budget and the recent trip he took to Asia that coincided with Prime Minister Carney's visit. On today's show: Tim Hodgson, Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, on critical mineral supply chains and cooperating with other countries. John Klotz, a Certified Financial Planner with Investment Planning Counsel, joins us for his weekly Money Talk segment. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tom Mulcair, and Rudy Husny. Bill Morneau, Canada's former Finance Minister, tees up his expectations for tomorrow's federal budget. Andrew Kiguel, the CEO of Realbotix, on his company's involvement in building an 'AI Twin' of Suzanne Somers.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Prime Minister Carney has met with the President of China on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in South Korea. And while he didn't say whether the meeting produced any changes in trade policies, he did describe it as a ‘turning point’ in the Canada-China relationship. We dig deeper with Guy Saint-Jacques, Canada’s Ambassador to China from 2012 to 2016. In just a matter of hours, the Toronto Blue Jays could be celebrating a World Series title, and their first since 1993. All they need is one more win against the defending champions. TSN’s Aaron Korolnek joins us with a preview of tonight's Game 6 at Rogers Centre. Why do people love scary movies so much? Plus, is the early-November time change really bad for our health? We pose those burning questions to CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Sebastian Skamski, a former Director of Media Relations for Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, joins today's spooky setting. So does Laura D’Angelo, the Vice-President of National Strategy at Enterprise Canada. Topic 1: Next week's budget vote could bring down the Carney government, but what are the odds of that? Topic 2: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says today's youth have 'sacrificed enough', as he solidifies his messaging around Budget 2025. Is that a good deck of cards to play? Topic 3: Earlier this week, the Alberta government invoked the Notwithstanding Clause to end a weeks-old teachers strike. Will this move come back to bite Premier Danielle Smith? Topic 4: What is the best Halloween candy, and why? There is only one right answer. Topic 5: For the first time since 1993, the World Series is within reach for Canada's Team. All the Blue Jays need is one more win at Rogers Centre. And as the Canada-U.S. trade war drags on, how much would it mean for a Canadian squad to claim an American-dominated trophy?

Tim Powers guests hosts for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon. Vassy will be back on Monday. On today's show: CTV's Jeremie Charon unveils the latest developments in the Canada-U.S. trade war. Vina Nadjibulla, the Vice-President of the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, breaks down what to expect from Prime Minister Carney's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.  PSAC National President Sharon DeSousa reacts to the Finance Minister's comments on public sector job cuts. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Laura Stone. Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham on his new P.C. government's agenda. Canadian Olympic Committee CEO David Shoemaker on the ongoing preparations for the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics.

The Bank of Canada has cut its key interest rate by another 25 basis points, while signaling this will be the last cut for now as the economy falters under U.S. tariffs. On today's show: Vassy speaks with CIBC Chief Economist Avery Shenfeld. Alberta Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides defends the Smith government's use of the Notwithstanding Clause in back-to-work legislation to end a provincial teachers strike. The Explainer: What do you need to know about the new Alzheimer's drug that was recently approved in Canada. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. Vassy speaks with former national security analyst Dennis Molinaro about his new book on China's foreign influence operations in Canada. Vassy chats with former Quebec Premier Jean Charest, as he leads a Canadian trade mission to Washington this week.

Pete Hoekstra, the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, says the odds of a tariff-relief deal by the end of 2025 are unlikely after talks broke down last week. On today's show: Vassy's interview with Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu. Shamira Madhany, the Managing Director of World Education Services, explains how the feds are falling short in recognizing the credentials of Canada's foreign-trained workers. Tech Check with Carmi Levy - The U.S. TikTok deal could be signed by Thursday. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laryssa Waler, Nojoud Al Mallees, and Sharan Kaur. Vassy speaks with Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi about the Danielle Smith government's move to table back-to-work legislation, as the weeks-old Alberta teachers strike continues. Meteorologist Chris Vagasky has the latest on Hurricane Melissa, which is expected to make landfall in Jamaica.