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Power & Politics

Power & Politics

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Power & Politics is the arena where decision-makers answer the questions that matter. Featuring hard-hitting political interviews and a cast of regular political panelists and critical thinkers, the program gives an insider's view of the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.

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  • Carney says pipeline is 'highly likely' for major projects list
    Jul 7 2025

    Prime Minister Mark Carney told the Calgary Herald on Monday that Ottawa's list of fast-tracked projects will likely include an oil pipeline to the coast of British Columbia. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith responds, and breaks down why Ontario and Alberta have signed a memorandum to work together on developing new pipelines and railways for oil and critical minerals. Plus, Transport and Internal Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland confronts doubts about whether removing internal trade barriers can actually boost Canada's economy.


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    52 mins
  • Russia's largest aerial attack on Ukraine since the war began
    Jul 4 2025

    Ukraine's Ambassador to Canada Yuliya Kovaliv says Russia is increasingly attacking civilians after it targeted Kyiv overnight with waves of drones and missiles in its largest aerial assault since the full-scale invasion. Kovaliv responds to concerns about Ukraine's decision to pull out of an anti-landmine treaty. Plus, economist Don Drummond breaks down his shadow 'fiscal update' with the C.D. Howe institute, explaining why he believes new defence spending promises could balloon the deficit to over $90 billion.

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    45 mins
  • Automakers pressure Carney to kill electric vehicle mandate
    Jul 2 2025

    Auto sector executives met with Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss the impact of U.S. tariffs on Wednesday, but also advocate for the cancellation of the electric vehicle mandate. Canada's former chief NAFTA negotiator John Weekes evaluates the state of talks with the U.S. after a suspension over the weekend, arguing the president 'likes to show that he's humiliating the countries he's negotiating with.' Plus, former U.S. State Department negotiator Aaron David Miller breaks down the remaining obstacles to a ceasefire in Gaza.

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    49 mins
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Enjoyed the recent Election coverage. Guests provide solid analysis to questions asked by the host. The host is a Canadian I would allow to buy me a coffee while discussing Canadian politics.

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