Épisodes

  • Canada Recognizes State of Palestine – September 22, 2025
    Sep 23 2025
    Canada's outgoing UN Ambassador Bob rae discusses the reasons behind Canada's recognition of Palestine. Former Canadian ambassador to Israel Jon Allen, talks about how the situation in the Middle East could be impacted by recognition of Palestine by western democracies. Informed Perspectives’ Shari Graydon spoke with CPAC’s Michael Serapio about Canada falling to 71st place globally for women’s political representation, their organization’s new research with Abacus Data, and measures that can improve gender parity in politics.
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    29 min
  • Carney in Mexico as Trade Talks Heat Up – September 18, 2025
    Sep 19 2025
    Former Canadian ambassador to Mexico Graeme Clark discusses the Prime Minister's visit to Mexico and what it means for the North American trading relationship. The strategists panel, Marci Surkes, Cole Hogan and geprge Soule discuss the government's communications strategy and Pierre Poilievre's return to the House of Commons. Green Party Leader Elizabeth May discusses attempts within her party to oust her as leader.
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    29 min
  • Building National Projects – September 17, 2025
    Sep 18 2025
    Conference Board of Canada Chief Economist Pedro Antunes discusses the Bank of Canada's interest rate cut and what it means for the economy. Northwest Territories Premier RJ Simpson talks about what major projects he would like to see pursued in his territory. Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce talks about his province's proposals for nuclear energy expansion.
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    28 min
  • Freeland Resigns from Cabinet Again – September 16, 2025
    Sep 17 2025
    Liberal strategist Michele Cadario discusses Chrystia Freeland's resignation from cabinet and her legacy in government. Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe talks about his trade mission to China and his discussions with the PM on canola tariffs punishing his province. B.C. Minister for Jobs and Growth Ravi Kahlon talks about the two major projects from B.C. set to be fast-tracked by Ottawa.
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    26 min
  • Parliament Returns as Liberals Pursue Ambitious Agenda – September 15, 2025
    Sep 16 2025
    Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon joins the show to outline the Liberal government's agenda for the fall session. Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer talks about how his party might collaborate with the government to pass legislation of mutual interest. Journalists Christopher Nardi (National Post) and Mia Rabson (Canadian Press) tee-up what to expect this fall in Ottawa.
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    30 min
  • Bill C-5 Passes – June 20, 2025
    Jun 21 2025
    Prime Minister Carney continues to enjoy favourable polls. But what does he need to pay attention to in order to maintain these positive opinions? We discuss with polls analysts Eric Grenier & Philippe J. Fournier. Mark Carney has been on the rush to get Bill C-5, commonly known as “One Canadian Economy” bill, through the House of Commons before the weekend, and make it law by Canada Day. However, there have been concerns throughout the country, particularly among Indigenous and environmental groups. Is there a long-term risk in doing so? CPAC’s Michael Serapio discusses it with bureau chiefs Robert Fife (The Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (La Presse).
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    30 min
  • Bill C-5 Sails Through Parliament – June 19, 2025
    Jun 20 2025
    The strategists panel, Susan Smith, Jordan Paquet and George Soule discuss the government's efforts to quickly pass Bill C-5 amid concerns from First Nations and environmental groups. Toronto Star Queen's Park Bureau Chief Robert Benzie talks about Premier Doug Ford's controversial comments about Indigenous people at a press conference yesterday and his subsequent apology today.
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    26 min