The Vassy Kapelos Show

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. On today's show: The Big Conversation: A new report sheds light on what would happen to the Canadian economy if U.S. President Trump withdrew America out of CUSMA entirely. We dig deeper with Matthew Stewart, a Partner in the Economics Group at Deloitte Canada and the co-author of these findings. Life With Canada's Best: Historica Canada President and CEO Andrew Wilson-Smith discusses the new Heritage Minute commemorating 9/11 and the town of Gander, Newfoundland. Tim chats with fellow Newfoundlander Brian Madore from VOCM Radio in St. John's about Hilroy leaving Newfoundland and Cape Breton off its Familiar School Workbooks map. Sharan Kaur, Jeff Rutledge, and George Soule dissect this week's top stories - most of which has to do with the Canada-USA trade relationship and Canada's looming counter-tariffs. Abacus Data CEO David Coletto discusses his latest polling on how Americans feel about the Trump trade war. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham explains President Trump's latest attack on the Federal Reserve.

Prime Minister Carney responded today to U.S. officials claiming he called off Canada-USA trade talks for political gain. Those allegations were ahead of Monday's federal byelections and the Quebec provincial election. Chatting with reporters in Thunder Bay, Carney also announced a major contract for VIA Rail passenger cars. On today's show: CTV Your Morning chief meteorologist Kelsey McEwen has the latest on Wednesday's historic storm that caused widespread damage across Toronto and the GTA. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Germany's Ambassador to Canada to discuss a foiled drone attack last month, which Germany is now linking to Russia's hybrid warfare operations. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why 'review bombing' is wrecking today's online reviews. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, Rob Benzie, and Marieke Walsh. CTV's Pat Foran joins Vassy with the details of W5's investigation into 'lemon' vehicles being sold in Canada.

The Bank of Canada has held firm on its key interest rate at 2.25%, marking the seventh consecutive occasion it has done so. At the same time, BOC Governor Tiff Macklem is warning that high oil prices caused by the war in Iran could be a bigger inflation risk than the U.S. trade war. Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction from RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald. On today's show: Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Arizona Democratic Senator Reuben Gallego, as the two discuss the ongoing trade war. The Explainer with Dr. Nicholas Leyland, the President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada: What is post-partum psychosis? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Sabrina Grover, and Shannon Greer. Vassy speaks with marketing strategy expert Eric Blais about the political messaging on both sides of the Canada-USA trade dispute. An eighth B.C. Conservative MLA has quit the party, citing Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.

Prime Minister Carney has responded to U.S. President Trump and his officials' recent trolling of Canada, as he celebrated a Liberal trifecta of byelection victories. Vassy is joined by CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur to break it all down. On today's show: CTV B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief Rob Buffam has the latest on B.C. Conservative Party leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's growing woes, as a 7th MLA has stepped aside under her watch. Money Talk with John Klotz: Part 2 of back-to-school without breaking the bank, and it's all about post-secondary planning. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. A jury has found Duane Davis guilty in the murder of American rapper Tupac Shakur. Vassy chats with Cathy Scott, a best-selling investigative journalist and author who covered the 1996 murder as a Las Vegas Sun police reporter. She also wrote the 1997 book 'The Killing of Tupac Shakur'. Tips for back-to-school stress and anxiety with child psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard.

It's been one week since trade talks broke down between the Carney Liberals and the Trump administration. Today, the U.S. President has once again ramped up his rhetoric, attacking Canada in a Truth Social tirade. Vassy is joined by CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham for his perspective on where the Canada-USA relationship stands right now. On today's show: Is Trump's deal on Venezuelan oil bad news for Canada? Vassy chats with energy expert Heather Exner-Pirot for a reality check. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Michele Cadario. A new study has found a strong link between the shingles vaccine and a lower risk of dementia. Vassy speaks with Brown University Professor and lead author Kaley Hayes. Vassy is joined by Lisa McEwan, the co-founder of Hemisphere Freight and Brokerage, for a closer look at how the latest Canadian tariffs are impacting exporters.

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: U.S. President Trump trolls Canada. Canada reacts to the Trumpian trolling. The week that was in trade war escalation. The latest on the devastating floods in Nepal. Plus, the latest GDP numbers display a surprising Canadian growth. The Big Conversation: CTV chief financial correspondent Amanda Lang reacts to the unexpectedly positive 3.3% GDP growth in Q2. Life with Canada's Best: Professor Kathryn Whitehead is one of 48 U.S. academics that Canada has 'lured' with a new international recruitment campaign. New data from CAMH finds that more teens are gambling online than ever before. We dig deeper with Dr. Hayley Hamilton. Retired Major-General Scott Clancy, a former Director of Operations for NORAD, on the challenges and opportunities in Canada's Arctic. Tyler Groeneveld, the CEO of Protein Industries Canada, makes the case for domestic food production as a means of economic sovereignty. Graham goes 1-on-1 with former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney on separation, trade, and Conservative politics. Have Your Say: The Canada-USA trade war heats up yet again. What made Graham smile this week: Canada's AI-generated trade war protest song.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. The Premiers of both Saskatchewan and Alberta have rejected calls to restrict Canada's energy exports as leverage in the trade war. This comes as the USTR disputes Prime Minister Carney's characterization of U.S. demands around French language issues before last week's talks fell apart. On today's show: Graham is joined by Blaine Maryniuk, the owner of West Coast Walls in Abbotsford, who shares how smaller businesses are falling through major gaps in federal government tariff relief programs. La Presse Ottawa Bureau Chief J.D. Bellevance joins Graham with a primer on the Quebec election campaign, which officially began this morning. Emma Duerden, a Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders, delves into the significance of Meta's landmark lawsuit settlement. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur and Rob Benzie. Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association of Canada, explains how the Auto tariffs became a key sticking point in the now-collapsed trade talks. Hear the latest comments about Canada from U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. President Donald Trump.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos, who is on the CTV National newsdesk this week. Canada's Industry Minister Melanie Joly says that Canada has 'many cards' left to play, as some Canadian Premiers float ideas about further retaliation against the Trump tariffs. Graham speaks with Scotty Greenwood, a former U.S. Diplomat to Canada, about what might happen next in the trade war. On today's show: Meta has settled a class-action lawsuit over social media harms in the U.S. for nearly $17 billion. We gather instant reaction from tech analyst Carmi Levy. Hear Vassy's interview with California Governor Gavin Newsom, who thinks that U.S. President Donald Trump will 'TACO' on the new tariffs. The Explainer with Rini Rashid, a trade lawyer with McMillian LLP: How will Canada's retaliatory tariffs affect businesses and consumers? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Michele Cadario, and George Soule. A new study has found that rates of mood and substance use disorders in Canada have skyrocketed over the past few years. Graham digs deeper into the data with lead author Dr. Jillian Halladay. Music journalist Alan Cross reflects on the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a country music sensation who was just as humble as she was popular.

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, and the Canada-USA trade war keeps on rolling. In the latest chapter, the Carney government has announced new reciprocal tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of U.S. goods following the collapse of Friday's trade talks. CTV National News correspondent Michael Serapio has the latest. On today's show: Listen live as Federal Ministers take questions from the media on Canada's tariff response. Graham speaks with Reynolds Mastin, the President and CEO of the Canadian Media Producers Association, about how the Online Streaming Act became a key sticking point in the derailed trade talks. Money Talk with John Klotz: Back-to-school shopping without breaking the bank. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief, outlines what she's heard about the collapsed trade talks. A new study is shedding light on just how prevalent CTE is among former NFL players. We dig deeper with Tim Fleiszer, the Executive Director of the Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada.

Guest host Tim Powers speaks with CTV's Michael Serapio, as the Americans continue their ongoing trade war with Canada. As of Saturday, a new series of 50% Trump tariffs officially kicked in. And depending on how the next few months play out, bigger sectors could be hit by Trump on New Year's Day. On today's show: Shachi Kurl, the President of the Angus Reid Institute, offers new data on how people are feeling about the trade war. Dan Kelly, the President and CEO for the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, on the concerns and needs of Canada's business community in light of the trade war. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: How the trade war could impact the Tech sector. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sabrina Grover and Tom Mulcair. Brian Kingston, the President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, reacts to the new Auto tariff threats from U.S. President Trump and the ongoing trade war. Dr. Hayley Hamilton, the Co-Director for the Institute for Mental Health Policy Research at CAMH, highlights the recent findings from the Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey.

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM. Today, we check in with Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker about the stakes of potential steel tariffs, and how they could impact his community. But first, we get the complete picture from CTV's Jeremie Charron. On today's show: Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham chimes in on Canada-USA trade, plus the proposed Churchill Falls energy deal with Quebec. Mark Holland, the CEO of the Canadian National Exhibition, highlights what's on deck for the annual event's 147th spectacle. Eric Ham, a U.S. political analyst for CTV News and a former U.S. Congressional Staffer, reacts to U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance's trade comments. Ian Lee, an Associate Professor at Carleton University's Sprott School of Business, on what different trade negotiation outcomes might mean economically for our country. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim on an incoming plebiscite on strengthening open-air drug use laws. TSN 1050 host Matt Cauz talks about a big series in The Bronx for the Blue Jays, as Toronto tries to make a late-season push for the American League's last playoff spot.

Live from Washington, Vassy Kapelos checks in with CTV National News Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur for the latest on trade. We also pick the brain of Lisa Raitt, a former Conservative Cabinet Minister and a member of Prime Minister Carney's Advisory Committee on Canada-USA Economic Relations. On today's show: Dr. Bishal Gyawali, a Medical Oncologist and Professor of Medical Oncology at Queen's University, reacts to new progress from Merck and Moderna on potential mRNA cancer vaccines. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: The science of writing your dating-app bio. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, Marieke Walsh, and Mike LeCouteur. Afua Hagan, CTV News' Royal Commentator, reacts to reports of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returning to the United Kingdom.

Vassy Kapelos checks in with Mike LeCouteur, a Senior Political Correspondent with CTV National News, as rumblings of an agreement start to surface between North America's biggest neighbours. On today's show: Lana Payne, the National President for UNIFOR, reacts to the latest trade negotiations with the United States and preaches short-term caution. Cathryn Naiker, the host of 'The Pick Up: A WNBA Podcast', reacts to superstar Caitlin Clark's first visit to Toronto and explains why one of Clark's Indiana teammates is making the most off-court noise right now. The Explainer with Canadian economist Moshe Lander: How the Canadian dollar's value is gauged compared to USD. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Graham Richardson. Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief, on the American perspective to the ongoing trade negotiations and the potential deal in front of us.

Hours shy of Trump's tariff deadline, Vassy Kapelos speaks with CTV's Mike LeCouteur, as trade officials from both sides of the border gather in Washington to try and finalize a deal. On today's show: Brian Kingston, the President of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, joins Vassy to discuss how the Auto sector is managing the trade war. Shaun Cathcart, a Senior Economist with the Canadian Real Estate Association, dissects the current state of the Canadian housing market. The Parti Quebecois says, until Donald Trump exits the White House, the idea of a referendum won't be on the table. Dimitris Soudas, a former Communications Director to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, delivers his reaction. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Nojoud Al Mallees. Todd Stafford, the owner of Brockville-based Northern Cables, joins Vassy to discuss how his business would fare if additional tariffs are imposed at Midnight.

Days away from the Midnight tariff chimes, Vassy Kapelos speaks with CTV's Mike LeCouteur, as trade officials from both sides of the border gather in Washington. On today's show: Pedro Antunes, a Chief Economist with Signal49 Research, explains what the latest annual inflation data tells us on the eve of Wednesday's Tariff Day. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Why the University of Toronto's Law School might be saying 'No' to laptop notes. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Zain Velji, Tom Mulcair, and Tim Powers. Dr. April Kam, a Division Head for Pediatric Emergency Medicine at McMaster Children's Hospital, reacts to an increase in e-scooter injuries involving children.

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 tariff clock ticks down with no word on a deal. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is the subject of leadership questions. A Conservative MP heads up a COVID vaccine injury inquiry. The Ford PCs were allegedly spying on Bonnie Crombie in Jamaica. Plus, a New Zealander canoes across Canada. The Big Conversation: CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur unpacks his week covering Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc in Washington. Life with Canada's Best: Frontenac Islands Mayor Judy Greenwood-Spence on the Wolfe Island Ferry saga. Despite better employment data, it's still a tough job market for Canadian youth. United Way of Greater Toronto CEO Heather McDonald joins us with the latest intel. Conservative MPs voice deep concerns with Pierre Poilievre's leadership. Tim Powers, the Chair of Summa Strategies, reacts. CTV News chief political correspondent Vassy Kapelos joins Graham to unpack the reporting on Pierre Poilievre's struggles. Dr. Suzanne Beno, a pediatric emergency physician and the co-medical director of the SickKids’ Trauma Program, discusses concerning new data on e-scooter injuries. Have Your Say: Conservative MPs worry about keeping their seats with Poilievre as leader. What made Graham smile this week: A New Zealander canoeing across Canada discovers Canuck hospitality.

Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is set to meet for a third time with USTR Jamieson Greer in Washington today, as Canada hopes to avoid punishing new tariffs with concessions and retaliation on the table. Vassy is joined by CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur with the latest developments. On today's show: What does the Forestry sector hope to see in a tariff relief deal? Vassy speaks with Derek Nighbor, the CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada. Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why working out together boosts the health of your marriage. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura Stone, Rob Benzie, Marieke Walsh, and Mike LeCouteur. Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens joins the show with a post-mortem on the Gordie Howe Bridge saga. CTV's Garrett Barry joins Vassy to talk about a new deal between Quebec and Newfoundland on Churchill Falls.

20,000 people remain under evacuation orders in British Columbia, as crews struggle to contain blazes in the Okanagan Region. Vassy speaks with Erick Thompson in Hour 1. He is with the Penticton District's Regional Emergency Operations Centre, and he is also among the list of evacuees. On today's show: CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins us live from D.C. with the latest on trade talks. The Explainer with Dr. Celine Bouchard, the President of the Canadian Menopause Society and practicing OBYN in Quebec City: What to know about AbCellera's new menopause drug. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Michele Cadario. Roger Hilton, a Defense Fellow with GLOBSEC, explains how Europe is responding to threats to civilian infrastructure from state actors like Russia.

Canada's trade negotiating team is back in D.C. today ahead of next Wednesday's tariff deadline. CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur joins us live from Washington. Then, we check in with Jean Simard, the President and CEO of the Canadian Aluminum Association and a member of the PM's Advisory Council on Canada-USA economic relations. On today's show: CTV's Scott Hurst and CTV meteorologist Kelsey MacEwen have the latest on efforts to contain the Bald Range wildfire in B.C.'s Okanagan Region, and why the weather outlook for the region is causing some concern for officials. A new survey shows that Gen-Z Canadians are more likely to engage in risky travel behaviour without the right insurance. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jamie Ellerton, and Brian Platt. Vassy speaks with Summerland wildfire evacuee Joel Patan, whose family narrowly escaped the Bald Range wildfire on Friday night.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as British Columbia remains under a province-wide State of Emergency due to more than 100 out-of-control wildfires. Tim speaks with Summerland Mayor Doug Holmes, where 12,000 residents were forced to evacuate on Friday with little notice. On today's show: CTV National News correspondent Michael Serapio has the latest on the trade talks in Washington. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham joins Tim to break down the odds of a trade breakthrough before August 19th. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: The latest on a landmark social media lawsuit settlement in the United States. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jordan Paquet, Sabrina Grover, and George Soule. CTV National News correspondent Scott Hurst has more on the wildfire situation in B.C.