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Wildfires threaten St. John's and Halifax

Wildfires threaten St. John's and Halifax

Update: 2025-08-13
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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.

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Wildfires threaten St. John's and Halifax

Wildfires threaten St. John's and Halifax

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