The Vassy Kapelos Show

It's Day 2 of the Federal Cabinet retreat, and Canada's Ministers are facing questions as to how the Carney Liberals will both rein in the deficit and meet new spending promises. On today's show: Listen to Vassy's interview with Michelle Rempel-Garner, the Immigration Critic for Canada's Conservatives. RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald outlines the status of Canada's economy heading into Q4. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: How processed foods make you fatter, and the ant mom with sons of two species. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura Stone, Brian Platt, and Mike LeCouteur. Sebastien Dallaire, an Executive Vice-President for Leger, dissects the latest national polling data.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has gathered his cabinet in Toronto to talk strategy ahead of Parliament's September 15th return. Guest host Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment. On today's show: The latest national polling on the Carney government's performance ahead of the Fall Session. CTV's Judy Trinh delivers the latest from today's Cabinet retreat. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham helps us answer this week's Explainer question: Are tariffs still popular with President Trump's base? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sabrina Grover, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. Tech analyst Carmi Levy takes a gander at this week's top tech stories.

The U.S. Court of Appeal has ruled that many of President Trump's tariffs are illegal. What does that mean for Canada, as well as the world at large? Vassy Kapelos speaks with Robert Glasgow, a partner with McCarthy Tetrault and an international trade lawyer. On today's show: A 1-on-1 conversation with Evan Solomon, Canada's Minister for A.I. and Digital Innovation. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laryssa Waler, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Carla Qualtrough, Canada's former Minister of Sport, says Prime Minister Carney should issue a formal apology over the findings of the Commission on the Future of Sport in Canada.

Lise Maisonneuve, the author of the Future of Sport in Canada report, reveals urgent reforms needed to protect athletes from abuse and underfunding. Movie critic Richard Crouse shares his top picks from the Toronto International Film Festival, showcasing this year's sleek lineup. Political commentator Bob Richardson and former communications director Laryssa Waler tackle current parliamentary challenges, including Pierre Poilievre's strategies and the impact of new U.S. tariffs on Canadian businesses. The conversation also touches on the intersection of labor movements and social media age requirements.

A week after Prime Minister Carney removed some counter-tariffs on U.S. goods to 'align' with the Americans, steel producers are questioning why Canada's tariff rate on steel imports remains at only 25%. Vassy Kapelos digs deeper with Francois Desmarais, the Vice-President of Industry Affairs with the Canadian Steel Producers Association. On today's show: The latest developments on Wednesday's school shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Canada Post has responded negatively to CUPW's latest offer. CUPW negotiator Jim Gallant replies back. Talk Science To Me with Dan Riskin: Bad birth control advice on TikTok, and the science behind pouring the perfect beer. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Hannah Thibedeau and Mike LeCouteur. Dr. Isaac Bogoch mulls over the implications of chaos within the CDC's leadership.

Trans Mountain CEO Mark Maki tells Vassy Kapelos that the federal government’s focus should be on maximizing TMX’s existing capacity first, and then think about green-lighting any new pipeline projects. On today's show: As the week winds down, more Canadian federal ministers are in D.C. for scheduled meetings with U.S. officials. CTV senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins us with the latest. Financial advisor John Klotz helps answer this week's Explainer question: How do RESPs work? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Sabrina Grover, and Brian Platt. Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux analyzes the latest demand for Canadian housing, and the heavy workload that lies ahead.

Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc has traveled to Washington to meet with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Guest host Tim Powers gathers the latest developments from CTV Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur, who is joining us from D.C. On today's show: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada has narrowed its search for a new submarine fleet, and it's down to two possible suppliers. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham reacts to Donald Trump's decision to expand the use of the National Guard for law enforcement. Tech analyst Carmi Levy commemorates the 30th anniversary of Microsoft Windows 95. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laryssa Waler, Najoud Al Mallees, and Sharan Kaur. We kick off back-to-school shopping season with Santo Ligotti, the Vice-President of the Retail Council of Canada. CTV National News reporter Garrett Barry joins us live from St. John's, as parts of Atlantic Canada try to fend off burning wildfires.

The most recent national polling by Abacus Data shows the Conservative Party ahead of the Carney Liberals by two points. The last time the federal Tories held any sort of lead was before April's federal election. Vassy Kapelos sifts through the stats with Abacus Data Vice-President Eddie Sheppard. On today's show: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Europe today, meeting with allies in the hopes of strengthening defense partnerships. David Paterson, Ontario's representative in Washington, chimes in on the state of Canada's trade negotiations with the U.S. The Canadian Task Force on Preventative Health has issued new guidelines for quitting smoking, recommending against vaping in most cases. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Michele Cadario. Retired Vice-Admiral Mark Norman analyzes Prime Minister Carney's recent trip to Kyiv.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith dissects and debates today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will drop numerous retaliatory tariffs against the United States. However, Canada's tariffs on the auto, steel, and aluminum sectors will remain in place until further notice. We take you live to Canada's Capital, as Carney addresses the media. Then, we gather instant reaction from former Toronto Mayor John Tory. Is Artificial Intelligence ruining the art of writing and storytelling? Tech analyst Carmi Levy chimes in on that debate. 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 Hill and Knowlton senior vice-president Chris Day and Navigator principal Sharan Kaur. Topic 1: Canada has removed counter-tariffs on some U.S. goods, renewing optimism that meaningful progress is near. However, small businesses are still suffering. If we truly have the best trade deal with America right now, what other cards does Canada have left to play? Topic 2: As Prime Minister Carney hopes to accelerate trade negotiations with America, the Premier of Saskatchewan is calling on Canada's Big Cheese for steel and aluminum tariff relief. Topic 3: Ontario's Premier wants homeowners to 'stand their ground' if a stranger enters their home and threatens their safety. However, the laws are much more complicated than that. Topic 4: The Quebec Liquor Board might be forced to pour thousands of dollars in American alcohol down the drain, as some rejected U.S. booze is set to expire. Got any better ideas? Let us know!

Nearly one-in-five small businesses that are dealing with extra tariff costs report that they will not be able to last more than 6 months if the tariff status quo remains. That's according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. To pour even more salt on those wounds, nearly 4-in-10 small businesses said they would last less than 12 months. We dig deeper with Lauren Sevack, the Chief Administrative Officer for Tripar Incorporated. Then, we turn things over to Corinne Pohlmann, the CFIB's Executive Vice-President of Advocacy. On today's show: CTV's Judy Trinh joins us live from Washington, as Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand meets with U.S. counterpart Marco Rubio. Ottawa author Mary Taggart joins the party to update your late-Summer reading list! The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie, Laura Stone, and Graham Richardson. Roger Hilton from GLOBESEC outlines the importance of Ukrainian Independence Day, as Ukrainians continue to defend their land.