Power & Politics
1,073 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★ - 20 ratings<p>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.</p>
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PM Trudeau holds emergency meeting
February 17, 2020 05:10 - 44 minutes - 41.3 MBPower & Politics talks to Transport Minister Marc Garneau about the emergency meeting of select cabinet ministers that was convened to discuss the ongoing protests and rail blockades. Plus, Conservative MP Garnett Genuis and NDP MP Heather McPherson discuss how they think the government should be handling the situation.
Special Pod: The Big Fix
February 17, 2020 05:10 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBA new Power & Politics series asks prominent Canadians what is the biggest problem facing Canada, and how do we solve it. The Big Fix features interviews with Arlene Dickinson, Roméo Dallaire, Jeremy Hansen, Neil Pasricha and Ananya Chadha.
Nationwide rail shutdown stretches into second day
February 14, 2020 05:10 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBPower & Politics speaks to Chris Bittle, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Ry Moran, the director of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe about the ongoing rail shutdown. Also on the show, a reality check of the pros and cons of the proposed Teck Frontier oilsands mine.
Via Rail cancels trains nationwide
February 13, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBCN Rail shuts down Eastern Canadian rail network and Via Rail cancels almost all of its trains across the country as Indigenous protests continue. Power & Politics speaks to B.C. Indigenous Relations Minister Scott Fraser, MPs and the Business Council of Canada's Brian Kingston.
Anti-pipeline protests continue to cripple train network
February 12, 2020 05:10 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBPower & Politics speaks to AFN National Chief Perry Bellegarde about the nation-wide protests in support of the Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs, and the Power Panel discusses the issue. Plus, the third installment in P&P's new series 'The Big Fix,' featuring Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Anti-pipeline protesters demonstrate across Canada
February 11, 2020 05:10 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBPower & Politics speaks to Alberta Environment Minister Jason Nixon, Conservative leadership candidate Erin O'Toole and the Power Panel. Plus, the second installment in P&P's new series 'The Big Fix,' featuring retired Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire.
Kenney implores Trudeau to approve Teck oilsands mine
February 10, 2020 05:10 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBEnvironment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson responds to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's letter asking Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to approve the Teck Frontier mine, and Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Chief Allan Adam discusses why he's not so sure about the project. Also on the show, our new series The Big Fix premieres. Canadian businesswoman Arlene Dickinson is up first.
Cost of Trans Mountain expansion soars to $12.6B
February 07, 2020 05:10 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBThe federal government purchased the Trans Mountain pipeline for $4.5 billion in 2018, with expansion construction costs pegged at $7.4 billion. A new estimate now pegs that cost at $12.6 billion. Why has it grown so significantly? Host Vassy Kapelos asks Finance Minister Bill Morneau. Also on the pod, the Power Panel weighs in on rumours that former Conservative cabinet minister John Baird may run for the party's top job.
First airlift leaves Wuhan to repatriate Canadians from coronavirus zone
February 06, 2020 05:10 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MB176 Canadians and permanent residents are now on their way home from Wuhan, China after being in the largest quarantine in human history. Host Vassy Kapelos speaks to a mother whose two-year-old daughter remains stuck in Wuhan, with reaction from Health Minister Patty Hajdu. Also on the show, Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi on green infrastructure and the Teck Frontier mining project.
Canada's chartered flight to China delayed
February 05, 2020 05:10 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBMPs discuss the government's efforts to repatriate Canadians from Wuhan, and former Canadian ambassador to China Guy Saint-Jacques on the current ambassador's comments to the Canada-China Committee.
Indigenous groups lose TMX challenge
February 04, 2020 05:10 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Federal Court dismissed an appeal by Indigenous groups challenging the federal courts approval of TMX. P&P speaks to Parliamentary Secretary Paul Lefebvre, former natural resources minister Amarjeet Sohi and Coldwater Indian Band Chief Lee Spahan.
More than 300 Canadians requesting repatriation from Wuhan
February 03, 2020 05:10 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBMinister of Health Patty Hajdu discusses Canada's plan to bring back Canadians stuck in China's quarantine zone. Monte Gisborne reacts to the news that his wife and daughter will not be allowed on the plane out of China. The Power Panel and MPs debate the proposed Teck Frontier oil sands mine in Alberta.
U.S. declares coronavirus a national health emergency
January 31, 2020 05:10 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBHealth Minister Patty Hajdu on the U.S. declaration on the coronavirus, as well as Canada's response so far. More on plans to repatriate Canadians stuck in the quarantine zones in China, with Kate Schellenberg on the plight of her twin brother Michael who is currently stuck in Wuhan, as well as former Canadian ambassador to China Guy Saint-Jacques.
Novel coronavirus declared a global public health emergency by WHO
January 30, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBRob Oliphant, the parliamentary secretary to the minister of foreign affairs, discusses the latest on the government's plan to get stranded Canadians out of China in wake of the novel coronavirus outbreak in the country. Plus, host Vassy Kapelos speaks to Patricia Fortier, a former Global Affairs Canada official, about how that process works behind the scenes. The Power Panel discusses Teck Resources Frontier oilsands mining project.
Government prepares plane for Canadians stuck in coronavirus-affected China
January 29, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBOmar Alghabra, Parliamentary Secretary to the prime minister, discusses the government's plan to fly Canadians out of China in the wake of the novel coronavirus outbreak. Also on the show, Rick Peterson argues why he should be the next Conservative leader, while Ontario MP Michael Chong explains why he's not running for the top job.
Feds consider repatriation options for Canadians in Wuhan
January 28, 2020 05:10 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBFormer Ontario health minister Tony Clement on Canada's response to the coronavirus outbreak. Huawei Canada Vice President Alykhan Velshi discusses the U.K.'s decision on Huawei and the situation here in Canada. Plus, former federal industry minister James Moore weighs in on whether Canada should allow Huawei into its emerging 5G network infrastructure.
Coronavirus outbreak continues to grow
January 27, 2020 05:10 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MBFederal Health Minister Patty Hajdu on how Canada is responding to the outbreak. Former Conservative MPs Monte Solberg and Alupa Clarke weigh in on Erin O'Toole and Peter MacKay formally entering the Conservative leadership race. MPs debate NAFTA 2.0.
Dec. 20: Trudeau pleads for U.S. help on China
December 20, 2019 05:10 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBPrime Minister Justin Trudeau said that his government has asked the U.S. not to sign any final trade agreement with China until the two detained Canadians have been released. The Chinese Foreign Ministry says that's doomed to fail. Host Vassy Kapelos speaks to former Canadian ambassador to China Guy Saint-Jacques about the dispute. Also on the show, Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller on the implementation of the government's new child welfare law.
Power Lunch with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
December 19, 2019 05:10 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBVassy Kapelos sits down for a wide-ranging interview with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. She gets his thoughts on the Conservative leadership race, the NATO hot mic video, his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, national unity, the election campaign and Canada's relationship with China.
SNC-Lavalin pleads guilty to one count of fraud
December 18, 2019 05:10 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBSNC-Lavalin has settled the charges related to its dealings in Libya, pleading guilty to one count of fraud over $5,000. Host Vassy Kapelos speaks to legal experts Kenneth Jull and Jennifer Quaid, and the Power Panel weighs in.
Provinces push for stabilization money
December 17, 2019 05:10 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBFederal Finance Minister Bill Morneau met with his provincial and territorial counterparts today in Ottawa. Power & Politics sits down with Ontario Minister of Finance Rod Phillips and Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews. Plus, Angus Reid Institute's Shachi Kurl on her new poll gauging support for potential Conservative leadership candidates.
Liberal government unveils fiscal update
December 16, 2019 05:10 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBFinance Minister Bill Morneau on why he says Canada's economy is "sound and growing" at a solid pace. Plus, reaction from opposition MPs and economists. Also on today's pod, a look at the state of the Conservative party as it searches for a new leader.
Erin O'Toole enters Conservative leadership race
December 13, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBCBC's Catherine Cullen outlines the race to replace Andrew Scheer as leader of the Conservative Party. Conservative MP Michael Chong on Scheer's departure and his own leadership ambitions. Plus, the latest on Independent MP Jody Wilson-Raybould's dispute with the Liberals over office space.
Scheer resigns as Conservative Party leader
December 12, 2019 05:10 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBConservative House Leader Candice Bergen discusses Andrew Scheer's resignation. Host Vassy Kapelos also gets reaction from Kory Teneycke, who founded a campaign to oust Scheer, and Jamie Ellerton, who wrote an op-ed saying that it's time for the Conservative Party to evolve on LGBTQ rights. And of course, the Power Panel weighs in.
Details of revised NAFTA deal emerge
December 11, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBDentons Senior Business Adviser James Moore and Unifor National President Gerry Dias discuss the newly agreed upon deal. Environment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson on COP25. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos on why he is calling on the Liberal government to slap sanctions on China over human rights abuses.
Canada signs revised North American trade deal
December 10, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBFormer Canadian ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton discusses the revised deal. Plus, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney on his meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and three MPs on China's detention of Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.
Nearing the NAFTA finish line?
December 09, 2019 05:10 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBReports out of the U.S. indicate a deal on NAFTA 2.0 is imminent. Vassy Kapelos sits down with Finance Minister Bill Morneau, and two trade analysts. Plus, Liberals make their first move in the new Parliament, while Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor hit the one-year mark in detention in China.
Liberals repeat vow to ban assault rifles on École Polytechnique attack anniversary
December 06, 2019 05:10 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBEconomic Development Minister Mélanie Joly on her government's gun control plan. Alberta Environment Minister Jason Dixon on the federal government accepting his province's plan to tax large greenhouse gas emitters. International Crisis Group President Robert Malley on the detention of Michael Kovrig, an ICG employee.
Throne speech promises tax cut, climate action and ban on military-style firearms
December 05, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBDeputy Prime Minister and Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland discusses national unity and is questioned why there were so few references to natural resources in the throne speech. Conservative House Leader Candice Bergen explains why her party plans to table an amendment to it. Plus, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde and the Power Panel all weigh in.
Trump calls Trudeau 'two-faced' over NATO video
December 04, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 58 MBFormer Canadian envoy to the U.S. David MacNaughton gives viewers his take on the video of NATO leaders discussing U.S. President Donald Trump, as well as the reaction to it. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on the state of the alliance. Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce and Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation President Harvey Bischof on the one-day strike and the state of negotiations.
Trudeau meets with Trump at NATO summit
December 03, 2019 05:10 - 51 minutes - 47 MBGeneral Tom Lawson, former chief of the defence staff of the Canadian Armed Forces, weighs in on the future of NATO. Plus, B.C. Premier John Horgan and Huawei Canada's Vice-President of Corporate Affairs Alykhan Velshi.
Premiers meet and agree to demands for Ottawa
December 02, 2019 05:10 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBWith national unity under stress, premiers met in Ontario to propose a list of demands for the federal government, including more funding for healthcare and changes to the fiscal stabilization program that helps provinces facing a short-term cash crunch. Host Vassy Kapelos speaks with premiers past and present to discuss the demands.
Former minister Fast rejects Scheer's shadow cabinet offer
November 29, 2019 05:10 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBFormer trade minister Ed Fast says he rejected Conservative leader Andrew Scheer's offer to join his shadow cabinet. The CBC's Hannah Thibedeau brings viewers the latest on that, and Conservative MP Erin O'Toole weighs in on questions surrounding Scheer's leadership. Mexican Undersecretary for North America Jesús Seade discusses his trip to Ottawa and the latest on the new NAFTA negotiations.
Former Liberal MP named Tory deputy leader
November 28, 2019 05:10 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBHost Vassy Kapelos speaks to newly-named Conservative Deputy Leader Leona Alleslev on her appointment and Andrew Scheer's leadership. Former deputy leader Lisa Raitt also weighs in. Plus, Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister discusses his government's ad campaign to bring workers affected by Quebec's religious symbols ban to his province.
Anticipation for trade deal high as ministers gather in Washington
November 27, 2019 05:10 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBCBC News reporter Katie Simpson keeps viewers updated on the latest on USMCA meetings in D.C., plus trade expert Eric Miller weighs in. Also on the show, Eric Grenier and the Power Panel discuss Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer's leadership, and Ecofiscal Commission Chair Chris Ragan discusses carbon taxes.
New calls for Andrew Scheer's resignation
November 26, 2019 05:10 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBSeveral defeated candidates in Quebec are piling pressure on Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer to resign. P&P speaks to Laurent Proulx, who served as campaign manager for the Conservative candidate in Drummondville, Quebec. Plus, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Ottawa plans to settle First Nations child welfare lawsuit as it battles tribunal order
November 25, 2019 05:10 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBMinister of Indigenous Services Marc Miller on why the federal government plans to settle a First Nations child welfare lawsuit while it continues to fight a tribunal ruling ordering compensation for First Nations children affected by the on-reserve welfare system. Plus, former top Harper aide Kory Teneycke blasts Andrew Scheer's leadership.
Ford seeks unity in meeting with Trudeau
November 22, 2019 05:10 - 52 minutes - 48.7 MBOntario Treasury Board President Peter Bethlenfalvy on what is behind the premier's change in tone. Plus, China's new envoy warns Canada against sanctioning officials in Hong Kong.
Departmental review finds no 'credible' link between Saudi arms exports and human rights abuses
November 21, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBInternational affairs analyst Bessma Momani gives her take on an exclusive story related to the Saudi Arms export permits. Jim Carr, the federal government's special representative to the Prairies, discusses national unity and his ongoing cancer treatment. Melissa Lantsman and Jamie Ellerton argue it is time for the Conservative Party to evolve on LGBTQ issues.
PM Trudeau unveils new cabinet
November 20, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBPrime Minister Justin Trudeau unveils a cabinet of 36 ministers -- which includes Chrystia Freeland being elevated to deputy prime minister and minister of intergovernmental affairs. Host Vassy Kapelos speaks to newly-named Environment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson. Plus, the Power Panel and the Premiers' League weigh in on what the appointments could signal.
Trudeau to make changes in key cabinet roles
November 19, 2019 05:10 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWho has he invited to the table? And who is changing seats? The CBC's David Cochrane brings us the latest before former cabinet ministers Ujjal Dosanjh and Pierre Pettigrew weigh in. Plus, Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley on why she was kicked out of the legislature today. And of course, the Power Panel.
Escalating job action in Ontario
November 18, 2019 05:10 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBOntario Education Minister Stephen Lecce on three major teachers' unions threatening to strike, as contract talks drag on with the provincial government. Then, Ontario NDP Education critic Marit Stiles responds. Also today, The Atlantic's David Frum previews the week ahead in impeachment hearings and the Power Panel discusses Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's upcoming cabinet swearing in.
Trump tweets attack on impeachment hearing witness
November 15, 2019 05:10 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBHow will President Trump's twitter attack on former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch impact impeachment proceedings? Democratic strategist Capri Cafaro and Republican strategist Jai Chabria discuss. Plus, Green Party Parliamentary Caucus Leader Elizabeth May on her meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
NDP Leader Singh meets with Prime Minister Trudeau
November 14, 2019 05:10 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBNDP Leader Jagmeet Singh on what he wants to see in the throne speech in order for his party to support it. Richard Masson on the state of Canada's oil industry post-election. Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario President Sam Hammond on the union's threat of job action, which is set to begin on November 26.
First witnesses testify in U.S. impeachment inquiry
November 13, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBKey witnesses Bill Taylor and George Kent testified at the first U.S. public impeachment hearings. CBC reporter Ellen Mauro explains what happened, and then Democrat Capri Cafaro and Republican Matt Mackowiak discuss the testimony. Former U.S. State Department official Thomas Countryman shines a light on who Mr. Taylor and Mr. Kent are, and analyst Alina Polyakov discusses how the saga is playing out in Ukraine.
Trudeau meets with Scheer, Moe
November 12, 2019 05:10 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBPrime Minister Justin Trudeau held separate sit-down meetings with Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe today. Premier Moe gives host Vassy Kapelos the details of that meeting. Plus, B.C. Liberal MP Jonathan Wilkinson responds to concerns raised by Scheer and Moe. And of course, the Power Panel weighs in on it all.
Don Cherry fired after making controversial remarks
November 11, 2019 05:10 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBHockey commentator Don Cherry has been fired from Hockey Night in Canada following a controversial rant where he singled out new immigrants in Toronto and Mississauga for not wearing poppies. Vice-Admiral (Ret'd) Robert Davidson weighs in on the controversy, Remembrance Day, and NATO. The Power Panel discusses Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's Fair Deal panel, announced this weekend.
Manitoba premier offers advice to the PM on western alienation
November 08, 2019 05:10 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBWhat did Brian Pallister tell Justin Trudeau? P&P sits down with Premier Pallister. Plus, new details about the Conservatives' post-mortem of the election campaign.
Liberals gather in Ottawa for post-election meeting
November 07, 2019 05:10 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWhat reduced the Liberals from a majority to a minority? Liberal MP Marco Mendicino gives host Vassy Kapelos his thoughts. Also on the show, the Power Panel discusses the results of yesterday's Conservative caucus meeting, and Saskatchewan NDP Leader Ryan Meili says the feds should give farmers a carbon tax rebate for grain drying.
Ontario gov't unveils fall economic statement
November 06, 2019 05:10 - 42 minutes - 39 MBThe Ontario fall economic outlook projects a $9-billion deficit for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. That's down from the $10.3-billion announced in the spring budget, but still higher than last year's $7.4-billion figure. Finance Minister Rod Phillips and Opposition Leader Andrea Horwath react.