The Vassy Kapelos Show

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:

• The FIFA World Cup Draw is unfolding right as we hit the airwaves! But as the biggest worldwide faces gather in Washington, it's not all about soccer. Bob Richardson, a public affairs consultant, unveils the bigger picture at play.
• What’s at stake for Canada in the ongoing CUSMA review? ...

Steven Guilbeault, Canada's former Environment Minister, says the plan for a new oil pipeline means its impossible for the country to meet its 2030 emissions reduction targets. Not only that, he fears that today's pipeline plan puts Canada's goal of a net-zero economy by 2050 in serious doubt. We kick things off with his one-on-one chat with Vassy Kapelos, as the present-day Liberal MP mulls over his long-term political future.

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The CEO of Algoma Steel says the Carney government and the Government of Ontario were aware that the company’s business plan included a re-tooling, which would lead to layoffs. This was before the government agreed to provide Algoma with a $500 million loan guarantee to offset the impact of U.S. tariffs. Vassy Kapelos chats with Michael Garcia following the company's decision to lay off 1,000 workers.

On today's show:

• Ja...

Despite the Carney government investing hundreds of millions in financial support to the Canadian Steel industry, Algoma Steel has issued 1,000 layoff notices to workers in Sault Ste. Marie, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs on the sector. Vassy chats with Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker about the potentially dramatic impact to the local economy.

On today's show:

• Tim Anderson, a former Kinder Morgan CEO, chimes in on ...

B.C. Premier David Eby says he's now open to a new oil pipeline through British Columbia, assuming it doesn't go to the North Coast and the tanker ban remains active. We bring you his 1-on-1 conversation with Vassy Kapelos.

On today's show:

• A Nor'easter is tracking for Atlantic Canada on the first day of 'Meteorological Winter'.
• Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham dissects his recent meeting with Prime Minister Mark...

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:

• The feds have inked a pipeline MOU with Alberta, but British Columbia still has cold feet. We pick the brain of former B.C. Premier Christy Clark.
• We analyze the industry side of the pipeline MOU with Richard Masson, an Executive Fellow at the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy. H...

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as the feds sign a pipeline MOU with Alberta on energy production. We gather live reaction from Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith as the show rolls on.

On today's show:

• CTV News political analyst Tom Mulcair, who once served as the leader of Canada's New Democrats, offers his two cents on the pipeline MOU.
• The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie,...

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new oil pipeline will need support from both British Columbia and First Nations groups. This comes 24 hours ahead of Thursday's expected MOU announcement in Alberta. We examine the political ramifications with CTV News political analyst Scott Reid.

On today's show:

• Prime Minister Carney is set to announce a new suite of government support for Cana...

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. After weeks of speculation and leaks to the media, we have learned that the Alberta pipeline MOU will be announced this Thursday in Calgary.

On today's show:

• Stefan speaks with David McLaughlin, a former Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, about the status of Canada-USA trade talks.
• Canada Labour Congress President Bea Bruske discusses the CLC's lobbying efforts aroun...

After weeks of speculation, sources tell CTV News the Alberta pipeline MOU is set to be announced this week. And for the time being, B.C. Premier David Eby is still not on board.

On today's show:

• Everything you need to know about the dispute between Alberta and B.C. over a proposed new pipeline route.
• Vassy speaks with B.C. Premier David Eby about his continued opposition to the pipeline plan.
• David Paterson, Ontario's Represe...

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:

• The controversy and collective anxiety surrounding a land claim court ruling in British Columbia. We deliver the details and gather reaction from Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West.
• Alberta and Ottawa are nearing a Memorandum of Understanding on energy production, a pact that includes federal supp...

Alberta and Ottawa are reportedly ready to sign an MOU that includes support for a new oil pipeline to the B.C. coast. However, not everyone is on board with the plan. We tackle the business argument for this new venture with Richard Masson, an Executive Fellow at the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy and the former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission.

On today's show:

• Vassy's interview with R...

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today. Sweden is courting Canada to buy Saab's Girpen fighter jets, as the Carney government reviews its plan to buy American-made F-35s for the Canadian Air Force.

On today's show:

• The U.S. Congress has passed a bill that would force the release of the Epstein Files.
• Retired Major-General David Fraser discusses the pros and cons of Canada buying the American-made F-35s.
• Alberta and Otta...

The Carney government has narrowly survived a confidence vote on the 2025 Federal Budget. So what happens now?

On today's show:

• The Public Service Alliance of Canada is sounding the alarm about the pending civil service cuts.
• Vassy speaks with CSIS Director Dan Rogers about the threatening national security landscape that is facing Canada.
• Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: How Jeffrey Epstein used SEO to bury news about...

Months after Canadian voters put them in charge, will the Carney government fall tonight? It's unlikely, but it's also not impossible.

On today's show:

• For the first time since 2013, and the 5th time in team history, the Saskatchewan Roughriders are the kings of the CFL.
• Vassy speaks with interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques about his recent analysis of the Canada Strong Budget.
• The 2025 Federal Budget includes $...

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:

• Prime Minister Carney has unveiled a new list of major infrastructure projects that will be referred to the new Major Projects Office.
• The federal government has spent the bulk of this week promoting the Canada Strong Budget, but are Canadians buying what the Liberals are selling?
• CSIS warns t...

The Carney government has unveiled the next series of nation-building projects - a plan that includes LNG, hydroelectric, and critical minerals.

On today's show:

• Vassy chats with author and former Washington Post columnist Philip Bump about the Epstein Files.
• Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada's former Energy Minister, says he's not unhappy with his place in the Liberal caucus, despite accusations from Conservative leader Pierre Poili...

The Carney government will unveil its second list of 'nation-building' infrastructure projects tomorrow in British Columbia. The list will include mining, energy, and LNG projects, according to government sources.

On today's show:

• Vassy speaks with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt about the Sisson Mine, which is expected to be included on the new list of major projects.
• CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham dissects the internal...

Prime Minister Mark Carney, along with his Cabinet members, are touring Canada to promote the 2025 Federal Budget. Are Canadians buying what they're selling? You'll hear Vassy's conversation with Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu.

On today's show:

• 19-year CAF veteran Major Jean-Michel Gidlow joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss Remembrance Day and the Canadian military.
• Tech Check with Carmi Levy: You'll never guess what the Louvre's CCTV p...