The Vassy Kapelos Show
The top newsmakers, political headlines, your go-to daily debrief. Vassy loves politics and she’ll make sure you do too. The Vassy Kapelos Show will keep you informed through hard-hitting interviews with the major players, entertaining analysis and debate with your favourite pundits and all the details and context you need on breaking news as it comes into our newsroom.
Episodes
India's new High Commissioner to Canada addresses the allegations that the state of India was involved in an assassination plot against a Canadian Sikh activist, as well as the ongoing effort to normalize diplomatic relations between Canada and India.
On today's show:
- The federal government has announced a new agency focused on addressing fraud and financial scams.
- Vassy speaks with Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree a...
Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Mark Twohey, filling in for Amanda Galbraith, breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
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Next week, the Carney Liberals will be introducing changes to Canada’s bail reform system. Will these changes withstand a Charter challenge? Mark Mendelson, a former homicide detective, delivers his two cents.
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Earlier this week, Stellantis announced plans ...
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced his Liberal government will table legislation next week that will amend Canada's Criminal Code to strengthen sentences and bail conditions for certain crimes. CTV public safety analyst and former OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis weighs in.
On today's show:
- Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown sounds off on the Stellantis production move to Illinois.
- The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteu...
Stellantis has announced it will move its Jeep Compass production plant as a result of the U.S. Auto tariffs. Originally slated for Brampton, it will now be based in Illinois. Vassy Kapelos chats with UNIFOR National President Lana Payne, as we examine what it means for the Canadian side of the industry.
On today's show:
- Frédéric Aubé, the CEO of Canadian-based furniture company Cozey, discusses what the n...
China's Ambassador to Canada says his country would drop tariffs on Canadian agriculture. That is, if Canada dropped tariffs on Chinese EVs. We hear from the Ambassador himself on today's program. Then, we gather comments from Flavio Volpe of the Canadian Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association.
On today's show:
- Vassy's conversation with Industry Minister Melanie Joly about the prospects of a trade deal for the Auto sector...
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 went to Washington earlier this week, looking for economic peace. But after hearing the latest comments from U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick about the Auto sector, it's apparent that the waters are still rocky. We sift through the tea leaves with David McLaughlin, ...
B.C. Premier David Eby joined Vassy Kapelos to outline his concerns with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's proposed pipeline, fearing it might jeopardize LNG Phase 2 and other critical projects. You'll hear the full conversation right off the top. Andrew Scheer, the House Leader for Canada's Conservatives, also chimes in.
On today's show:
- CUPW representatives have met with Minister Joel Lightbound, as the Canada Post labour dis...
Prime Minister Mark Carney has returned from Washington without a deal on tariffs. Throughout the show, we outline what could happen next, as North America's biggest neighbours try to find a resolution.
- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith talks about her proposal for a new oil pipeline, which would stretch into the B.C. coast.
- The Globe And Mail's Europe Correspondent helps answer this week's Explainer question: What's going on wit...
Prime Minister Mark Carney met with U.S. President Donald Trump in D.C. today, with Trump hinting that Canada won't leave negotiations empty-handed.
On today's show:
- We go live from the Oval Office, as Trump and Carney meet to talk trade and tariffs. Then, we get the latest developments from CTV National News correspondent Colton Praill.
- Vassy speaks with Middle East expert Thomas Juneau on the 2nd anniversary of the October 7...
Prime Minister Mark Carney is headed to Washington, as he prepares for his second face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The feds are holding out hope for a tariff relief deal, but will they get one?
On today's show:
- CTV Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur outlines everything you need to know about Carney's trip to Washington.
- Vassy chats with Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff and NAFTA Negot...
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:
- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is preparing to submit a proposal for a heavy-oil pipeline, which would stretch into British Columbia's northern coast. However, no private company at this time is willing to join the party. We describe the sticky situation to former B.C. Premier Christy Clark.
- P...
Guest host Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos, as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith launches a bid to get a new oil pipeline approved, even without a private sector partner.
On today's show:
- Economist Andrew Leach weighs in on the Government of Alberta's decision to advance a pipeline proposal without a private sector partner.
- Retired Major-General David Fraser shares his thoughts on the Carney government's new military proc...
With no new trade deal in place with Canada, U.S. President Donald Trump has revived the '51st State' tagline after imposing new tariffs on key industries.
On today's show:
- Political reaction to the latest developments in the Canada-USA trade war.
- CTV Washington Bureau Chief Joy Malbon explains the U.S. government shutdown.
- Marion Sandilands, a constitutional lawyer and partner with Conway LLP, helps us answer this week's Expl...
Jason Jacques, the interim Parliamentary Budget Officer, says federal government spending is becoming unsustainable, as the deficit is projected to increase by nearly $17 billion for 2025-2026.
On today's show:
- Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Vassy speaks with Algonquin Elder Claudette Commanda, and delves into her personal journey.
- Money Talk with Allan Small: How does Bitcoin investing work?
- The Daily...
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:
- We have another country-wide Canada Post strike on our hands, and the second one in less than a year. The news dropped hours after the feds directed Canada's biggest courier to significantly change how it delivers mail to Canadians. We dig deeper with Carleton University associate professor Ia...
As a trade war with the United States drags on, Prime Minister Mark Carney continues his global push to diversify exports and trading partners. CTV National News correspondent Jeremie Charon joins Vassy Kapelos with a preview of Carney's trip to the United Kingdom.
On today's show:
- Former diplomat Michael Kovrig has a warning for the federal government about cozying up to China.
- Ret. Vice-Admiral Mark Norman on U.S. President ...
Canada's Public Safety Minister says he has no plans to resign. This comes after a leaked recording of Gary Anandasangaree recently surfaced, in which he said the federal gun buy-back program is only going forward because of political pressure in Quebec.
On today's show
- Vassy's full interview with Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree.
- TV critic Bill Brioux delivers his take on Jimmy Kimmel's return to the ...
This morning in New York, U.S. President Donald Trump chastised world leaders and the United Nations for their handling of a variety of global issues, ranging from global security and immigration to climate change.
On today's show:
- CTV National News correspondent Colton Praill has the latest from the U.N. General Assembly.
- Vassy's interview with Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand following Canada's recognition of Palestinian...
Amid a protracted trade war with the United States, Pierre Poilievre says Canada shouldn’t settle for a deal that includes sectoral tariffs. Listen to the full interview with Poilievre discussing the trade war, the Canadian economy, the 2025 federal budget, and his upcoming leadership review.
On today's show:
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is at the U.N. General Assembly this week after announcing Canada will officially reco...
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:
- Canada's Justice Minister is tabling a bill to beef up the country's criminal offenses, with new charges aimed at fighting against the rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia in Canada. We dig deeper with Chris Lewis, CTV's Public Safety Analyst and a former OPP Commissioner.
- The feds are reques...
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