The Vassy Kapelos Show

The automaker has announced the sale of its Brampton facility to armored vehicle manufacturer Roshel, putting the fate of 2,200 unionized workers up in the air. Prime Minister Carney calls the deal a 'betrayal' and is pledging legal action. Vassy speaks with Flavio Volpe, the President of the Canadian Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Marc Miller, the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture, who defends the government's decision to spend $600 million on the media sector as digital streaming giants fight Canadian Content contributions in court. Money Talk with John Klotz - Budget 2026: What's in it for you? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Marieke Walsh. Psychotherapist Jentzen Michael Shea joins Vassy for a conversation about Men's Mental Health Month. CTV meteorologist Kelsey McEwen has an update on the biblical rain that is expected to hit some parts of B.C. today.

The Carney government is facing criticism from both ends of the political spectrum over its 2026 spending plan, which features massive corporate tax breaks with little spending for individuals. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Finance Minister Francois Philippe-Champagne, Conservative Finance Critic Michael Chong, and NDP leader Avi Lewis. On today's show: Tracking the fallout from the U.S. Midterms: The White House issues a staff shakeup as President Trump attacks the integrity of last week's vote. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: NVIDIA's CEO under investigation over Chinese intelligence operation. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair and Tim Powers. Vass Bednar, the Managing Director of the Canadian Shield Institute, on a new report looking at how the feds should classify a 'Canadian company'.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Friday Five: The U.S. Congress and U.S. Senate turn Democrat Blue following Tuesday's Midterm Elections. Plus, Prime Minister Carney unveils the 2026 Federal Budget. The Big Conversation: The Carney government has tabled a new immigration levels plan. Graham speaks with Shamira Madhany, the Managing Director for World Equation Services Canada. Life with Canada's Best: Rick Hansen joins Graham in studio to talk about his new documentary 'Man in Motion - The Rick Hansen Story'. It marks 40 years since his Man In Motion tour kicked off. Tim Tierney, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, joins Graham to talk about new money to fight homelessness in the Federal Budget. Graham chats with economist Don Drummond, who offers his key takeaways from Budget Day 2026. A new Senate bill heading to the House of Commons aims to regulate advertising for sports gambling platforms. Graham is joined by Senator Marty Deacon, who explains why she brought the legislation forward. Conservative Immigration Critic Michelle Rempel-Garner shares the Opposition's concerns about the federal government's immigration plan. Have Your Say: Immigration, the housing crisis, and sports gambling. What made Graham smile this week: Rick Hansen's documentary.

The Carney government's second Federal Budget will be tabled in Ottawa this afternoon - with promised affordability measures, an immigration plan, and investment into Canada's sovereignty. On today's show: The Atlantic's David Frum offers his key takeaways on the U.S. Midterms, where America's top political parties go from here, and how all of it impacts Canada. Vassy is joined by Edward Luce, a U.S. editor and columnist at the Financial Times, with more analysis on how Republicans are reacting to Tuesday's staggering Midterm statement. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why hugs become memorable. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura Stone and Rob Benzie. W5's Avery Haines previews her new investigation into an alleged cult leader suing Canadian victims for tens of millions. Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada James Blanchard shares his thoughts on how the U.S. Midterms will impact the rest of Trump's Presidency.

It was a blue wave in Tuesday's U.S. Midterm elections. The Democrats flipped both houses of Congress in their favour, with voters delivering an apparent rebuke of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. On today's show: Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman joins Vassy with his reaction to the results, and outlines what the Democrats need to do now. Lisa Raitt, former Conservative Party Deputy Leader and member of the Prime Minister's Trade Advisory Council, shares her thoughts on how the Midterms outcome impacts Canada-USA trade talks. The Explainer with York University Biology Professor Patricia Lakin-Thomas: What's the point of Daylight Savings Time anyway? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Laura D'Angelo, and Stephanie Levitz. Former Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux previews tomorrow's Federal Budget.