The Vassy Kapelos Show

Air Canada has begun cancelling flights, as flight attendants prepare for an expected work stoppage this weekend. How can passengers decipher whether their flight might be impacted? Vassy Kapelos speaks with travel expert Marty Firestone, as Canadian travellers begin to explore their options. On today's show: Bill Browder previews tomorrow's Trump-Putin Summit, and what's at stake. The key takeaways from Taylor Swift's recent appearance on the New Heights Podcast, which is co-hosted by her boyfriend Travis and his brother Jason. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie and Brian Platt. Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola exports are now in full effect. We dig deeper with Chris Davison, the President and CEO of the Canola Council of Canada.

The capitals of two Atlantic provinces are bracing for possible evacuations, as wildfires continue to ravage Canada's East Coast. Vassy Kapelos examines the latest conditions with CTV St. John's correspondent Garrett Barry and Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore. On today's show: The union representing Air Canada flight attendants has served a 72-hour strike notice, as the airline prepares to cancel upcoming flights. Today's conversation starts with Union Head Wesley Lesosky, as he explains how recent talks have broken down and explores how the two sides might be able to get back to the table. Plus, we touch base with CTV's Judy Trinh from the Ottawa International Airport, as frustrated travelers try to pack their patience. CTV National News producer and noted 'Swiftie' Rachel Hanes attempts to answer this week's Explainer question: Why do people love Taylor Swift so much? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo. What does re-negotiating CUSMA mean for Canada? Bill Robson, the President and CEO of the C.D. Howe Institute, tries to make sense of it all.

Vassy Kapelos speaks with Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson about the timeline for approving nation-building projects, as well as the future of LNG production in Canada. On today's show: No relief in sight, as of right now, for Canadians sweating through heatwaves. Chinese robot malls and concerns about health data security - a healthy chunk of today's edition of Tech Stories with tech analyst Carmi Levy. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers, Graham Richardson, and Sabrina Grover. Peter MacKay, Canada's former Foreign Affairs Minister, outlines what's at stake during Friday's Trump-Putin Summit.

Public support for Prime Minister Mark Carney - and his minority Liberal government - is holding steady at 50 percent. This achievement is despite Canada's failure to reach a new trade agreement with the U.S. ahead of the August 1st deadline. Vassy Kapelos chats with David Coletto, the CEO of Abacus Data, about the latest public opinion polls. On today's show: Another heatwave is impacting portions of Pacific, Central, and Eastern Canada. CTV's Lindsay Morrison delivers the details. For the first time in 3 years, Obesity Canada has updated its guidance for doctors, and how they treat cases of obesity. We dig deeper with Dr. Sue Pedersen, an endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist at Calgary's C-ENDO Clinic. Unless their union is able to strike a deal over the coming days, roughly 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants could strike this weekend. Dropping by the studios to discuss further is Wesley Lesosky, the President of CUPE's Air Canada Component. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Jamie Ellerton. David Parry, the CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, grades the Carney government's military pay increase and defense spending plans.

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: It's been a full week since the U.S. struck Canada with 35 percent tariffs. We still don't have a new trade deal with the Trump administration. So where do we go from here? We pick the brain of David McLaughlin, a former Chief of Staff to former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre plans to pressure the Carney Liberals to implement the Canadian Sovereignty Act. What exactly does this act entail? Adam Chambers, the Conservative MP for Simcoe North, pays us a visit. Canadian teenage tennis star Victoria Mboko wins the National Bank Open in stunning fashion. How about those Toronto Blue Jays?! They steamrolled the Colorado Rockies in a 3-game series earlier this week, and are now preparing for a pair of measuring-stick matchups. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features former Toronto Star editor Michael Cooke and Crestview Strategy Vice-President Deirdra Tindale. Topic 1: The latest developments on the Canada-U.S. trade war. Topic 2: Should the Carney Liberals repeal the Online News Act? Should they at least consider it? Topic 3: In the midst of today's concerning wildfire risks, should Canadians stay out of the woods at all costs? Topic 4: Teenage tennis phenoms, public manners, and points programs.

It's been one week since U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to raise tariffs on Canadian products. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Goldy Hyder, who serves as CEO of the Canadian Business Council. On today's show: U.S. President Donald Trump will reportedly meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week, with the goal of ending a multi-year war between Russia and Ukraine. Ret. Major-General David Fraser, who now serves as CTV's military analyst, outlines what's at stake. A new analysis reveals that nearly every property sold in Toronto last month went for under the asking price. We dig deeper with Ryan McLaughlin, who is an economist with the real estate platform Wahi. CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin tackles the latest science headlines in his weekly feature 'Talk Science To Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura Stone, Rob Benzie, and Mike LeCouteur. How worried should we be about wildfire smoke exposure? Sarah Butson, the CEO of the Canada Lung Association, tells it like it is.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced over a billion dollars in public money to support Canada's Forestry sector, as it struggles under the weight of U.S. tariffs. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Eric Johnson, a Vice-President with the Forest Products Association of Canada, about the hurdles that today's industry is facing. On today's show: The federal government's new housing agency, 'Build Canada Homes', will launch sometime this Fall. What is it, and what will it do? Mike Moffatt, a housing policy expert, fills us in. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham answers this week's 'Explainer' question: Why are Texas Democrats facing arrest warrants? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo. 80 years ago today, the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Canadian War Museum historian Andrew Burtch outlines the significance of this historic event. A teenage tennis phenom from Toronto is vying for a spot at the National Bank Open Finals. TSN's Mark Roe talks about Victoria Mboko's rise to stardom at just 18 years old.

After Canada failed to secure a new trade deal with the U.S. last week, federal ministers have traveled to Mexico to talk trade with the other member of CUSMA. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Colin Robertson, a Fellow with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, about the next steps on the trade file. On today's show: Wildfire smoke continues to pollute Central Canada. David Phillips from Environment Canada attempts to explain when the smog might clear. Why did U.S. President Trump dismiss the Head of the Labour Statistics Bureau? CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham offers his theories. America says its putting a nuclear power plant on the Moon to power a future lunar base. Tech journalist Carmi Levy explores this, as well as some other tech stories that are dominating the news cycle. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Shakir Chambers and Sabrina Grover. How is the Canadian economy faring underneath a mountain of U.S. tariffs? BMO economist Benjamin Reitzes tackles the latest forecast.

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: Canadian goods that are destined for the United States are now facing 35 percent tariffs, going up from the previously-implemented 25 percent. This comes as Canada failed to reach a new trade agreement with the Trump administration before the August 1st deadline. Frank McKenna, a former U.S. Ambassador to Canada, offers his analysis to the complex trade situation between North America's biggest neighbours. CFIB President Dan Kelly weighs in on the ongoing trade war, and its overall impact on Canada's small businesses. E-Talk’s Lainey Lui has the latest gossip on Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry. Is this a blossoming friendship, or is it something much bigger? Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features Navigator principal Sharan Kaur and CJAD 800 Montreal show host Elias Makos. Topic 1: Canada fails to secure a new trade deal with the United States. Topic 2: What happens next on the trade file? Topic 3: Questions about Canada's courts, the Charter, and the Notwithstanding Clause. Topic 4: Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry - A friendship or something bigger? Topic 5: What’s the deal with U.S. President Trump's lock screen?

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced Canada will recognize Palestinian statehood at the U.N. General Assembly in September. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Jon Allen, Canada's former Ambassador to Israel, about the controversial decision. On today's show: Tomorrow is the deadline for Canada to reach a new trade agreement with the United States. If they can't, higher tariffs could be on the way. Peter MacKay, Canada's former Minister of Foreign Affairs, reacts to Canada's recognition of a Palestinian statehood. Dan Riskin, CTV's Science and Technology specialist, is here to tackle the biggest Science and Tech headlines of the week. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Chris Day, Stephanie Levitz, and Rob Benzie. Team Canada Women's Rugby player Sophie de Goede previews Friday's big game against Team USA. CTV's Judy Trinh has the latest developments on a pivotal legal fight from Universal Ostrich Farm, as they try to save their flock of ostriches.