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Every weekday afternoon, Power & Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panellists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.
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New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt explains how New Brunswick is trying to fit the Liberals' tax holiday into the provincial budget, with the HST cut threatening to cost the province millions of dollars. The Pulse Panel addresses the political success of the Liberals' affordability measures. Plus, we look at the final week of campaigning ahead of the Nova Scotia election.
Citizens' Services Minister Terry Beech defends spending more than $6 billion on $250 cheques and a two-month GST/HST holiday on some goods, while the Conservative leader dismisses the plan as 'a trick.' Plus, NDP finance critic Don Davies says the GST break doesn't go far enough and the party's support for it in a gridlocked Parliament is 'not a get out of jail card, but a hall pass.'
Alberta MP Randy Boissonnault is stepping away from cabinet to "focus on clearing the allegations made against him," according to a spokesperson for the prime minister. Treasury Board President Anita Anand and the Power Panel react. Plus, Anand warns that continued gridlock in Parliament will stall government funding and leave some departments in financial trouble.
Reaction from the Liberal cabinet and the Assembly of First Nations as a growing number of opposition MPs and Indigenous voices call for Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault to quit or be fired. Plus, the impact of long-range missiles and changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine on the war in Ukraine as the war reaches 1000 days.
As the House of Commons enters its sixth week of privilege debate paralysis, government House leader Karina Gould accuses the Conservatives of playing 'dangerous games' with Canadians' rights. Plus, the latest on questions about Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault's business dealings and the G20 summit.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals to Power & Politics that – like Ontario's premier – she thinks Canada should pursue a U.S. trade pact without Mexico. Plus, Minister of Public Safety Dominic Leblanc discusses Canada's plan for tackling rising irregular border crossings since Donald Trump's election win.
Sources say Pierre Poilievre has barred members of the Conservative caucus from advocating for cities that are trying to access the federal Housing Accelerator Fund, frustrating some MPs. A New Brunswick mayor voices his disappointment. Plus, Politico's Ursula Perano discusses whether Senate Republicans will reject president-elect Donald Trump's loyalist cabinet picks.
Experts and the Power Panel discuss U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks — who include Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard, Elon Musk and Mike Huckabee — and the controversies and investigations that surround them. Plus, Mexico's former CUSMA trade pact negotiator responds to Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that Mexico be removed from the deal.
Ontario Minister of Economic Development Vic Fedeli explains why the provincial government is suggesting Mexico be removed from the North American free trade agreement over its "backdoor" access for Chinese imports. Plus, the president of Canada's largest union reacts to Ottawa ordering ports back to work and sending disputes to binding arbitration.
Veterans Affairs Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor responds to Conservative claims of a 'prayer ban' at Remembrance Day ceremonies despite continued prayers today. Plus, Justin Trudeau's former principal secretary Gerry Butts gives advice for Canada's approach to a second Trump presidency.
The Liberals revive a cabinet committee on Canada-U.S. relations and focus on trade and the border as president-elect Donald Trump threatens mass deportations. New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt explains her steps toward expanding abortion access. Plus, the Power Panel debates lessons for Canada from the U.S. election.
Experts and the Power Panel discuss what a second Donald Trump presidency will mean for trade, the economy and the border. Plus, Poland's Ambassador to Canada Witold Dzielski explains his country's view on the security of Europe with a U.S. president-elect who questions aid to Ukraine.
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly lays out Canada's approach to president-elect Donald Trump's trade and foreign policy threats. Then, strategists and party insiders dissect how Trump captured key swing states, and how Kamala Harris's campaign fell from its polling advantage.
As results roll in, current and former U.S. ambassadors to Canada discuss what the outcome of the 2024 U.S. election will mean north of the border. Plus, the Power Panel debates how Ottawa is preparing for the next president.
1Reporters at candidates' headquarters and in key battleground states reveal the anxieties on the eve of the U.S. presidential election. Canada's ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman lays out the stakes for the relationship. Plus, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault defends his draft of an emissions cap for the oil and gas sector.
U.S. reporters react to Donald Trump suggesting that rifles be trained on Liz Cheney, then trace what the candidates' final pushes will look like with 4 days left until the election. Plus, the Power Panel breaks down the Liberals' offensive against the Conservatives in new ads.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends new bills banning minors from getting certain kinds of gender-affirming care and requiring parents to be notified of classroom pronoun changes. Then, Amelia Newbert, founder of a non-profit that supports gender-diverse youth called Skipping Stone, warns of harms from delaying care and counters Smith's claims on the risks of puberty blockers.
Liberal MPs Alexandra Mendès and Ali Ehsassi tell Power & Politics why they want a secret ballot vote on Justin Trudeau's leadership. Ehsassi says the dissent some MPs expressed at caucus last week was "the tip of the iceberg." Plus, Trudeau goes on the offence over the Conservative leader's security clearance, saying he's asked intelligence services to find a way to brief Pierre Poilievre anyway.
Bloc Québécois deputy House leader Christine Normandin says that after her party gave the Liberals five weeks to negotiate a path forward on its demands, it will now negotiate with other parties to topple the government. Plus, the latest on the conclusion of two provincial elections in Canada and the countdown to next Tuesday's election in the U.S.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau already has rejected today's deadline, set by some of his own MPs, to step down as leader. Now, he faces a deadline tomorrow set by the Bloc Québécois, with no prospect of meeting the Bloc's policy demands in time. The Power Panel analyzes the possible consequences. Plus, results finally arrive from the B.C. election as the NDP narrowly hangs on to power.
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Don't you think that stressing the new Speaker's colour is just reminding us of the institutional racism that we are trying to get away from?
please advise "points of order" not "point of orders"
really tough to listen to due to the poor production
Canadian government should expel the Iranian regime’s families and former officials. How can liberals talk about human rights and still letting these murderers live in Canada?
production quality is really terrible. sounds as if it was recorded from radio. painful to listen to
really terrible sound quality
quaility sound is terrible.
one thought - maybe Canadian PPE manufacturers are concerned about a release of information regarding Canadian made products being prioiritized for export to other countries, vs internal Canada supply?
Cbc is biased and funded by the libs
As a university student in Alberta it is refreshing to hear someone challenge the notion that Alberta just has an issue with over spending when the reality is the province absolutely does have a revenue problem.
I have to admire the patience and composure these reporters have in talking to politicians who always seem to want to dodge the question by talking about something completely different
The political intelligentsia really despises Maxime Bernier, they worry what will happen if you're allowed to hear him speak.
wait did he just call 8chan "chan8"
The more and more Canada heads towards a shithole where the government is in control of literally everything in your life up to the point where Trudeau and his lackeys get to decide what is “truthful” and what is allowed to be put up or taken down on the internet (China anyone) I think more about how lucky I am to be a dual citizen.... Can’t wait to finish school and fuck off out of here while you idiots continue pay for my healthcare once I’m gone 😂😂😂👌👌👌
I love how CBC completely ignores that our ONLY supply ship was out of commission and our navy was stuck without one so the Harper Government fast tracked it since the Navy made it clear they needed one ASAP and procurement takes 1.5-2 years alone. Also, ignores the fact that member of the liberal party had close ties to a company that wanted in on procurement process.
Also, did this guy just compare Norman who dedicated his life to protecting Canada to Omar Khadr who was a terrorist scum who would of killed Canadian and especially someone Norman if given the chance at the time? What a pathetic thing to say.
That is amazing.... Trudeau liberals botch this entire thing completely and charge a man with faulty evidence/politically interferes (allegedly) and the CBC asks “Why did Harper change the rules” even though that had no effect on Trudeau’s decision to cancel/uncancel the contract to score political points than charge Mark Norman 😂😂🤣😂😂😂🤣🤣😂😂😂 Liberal Broadcast Corporation strikes again!!!
are you serious ...,?????
The $12 million to Loblaws is kind of a touchy subject. I am an apprentice refrigeration mechanic and I understand the importance of efficiency in refrigeration. I have a feeling that as part of this upgrade they will be moving to CO2 refrigeration as opposed to HFC/HCFC refrigerants. This has many benefits to all citizens in Canada. HFC/ refrigerants contribute to global warming. CO2 has a Global Warming Potential of 1, 2 quite common refrigerants R134a GWP of 1430 and R22 GWP of 1810. It is 100% safe and legal to spill CO2 into the air but highly illegal to purposely spill HFC/HCFCs but old refrigeration systems leak all the time adding toxic greenhouse gasses into our air and potentially into our grocery stores, CO2 rises HFC/HCFC settles. There will also probably be other upgrades such as moving to more efficient scroll compressors that can handle a bit of accidental liquid and are far more energy efficient. Possibly also a move away from the 5 tier racks found in many dairy and
Have you gotten rid of the Power Pod? :( It was the perfect under thirty-minute analysis of Canadian Politics! Any recommendations as a replacement?