Counting down to the August 1st trade deal deadline
The deadline for a trade deal with Trump is just days away, as Canada continues to chat with their U.S. counterparts. Guest host Tim Powers chats with Vic Fedeli, Ontario's Minister of Economic Development and Trade. He is in D.C. this week ahead of the August 1st final buzzer. On today's show: Did the E.U. strike a good trade deal with America? Paul Waldie, the Globe and Mail's European Correspondent, offers his two cents. Automakers have issued a stern warning to Canadian officials, as recent trade deals with Japan and the E.U. could mean bad things for Canada's car industry. David Adams, the CEO of Global Automakers Canada, pays us a visit. Tech analyst Carmi Levy puts a wrap on this week's biggest Tech stories. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Neil Brodie and Sabrina Grover. Daniel Bernhard, the CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, reacts to the Canadian Premiers who've been recently pushing for more control over Canada's immigration policy. The Royal St. John's Regatta, North America's oldest sporting event, is taking place tomorrow. Tim, a Newfoundlander himself, speaks with organizer Keith White about this year's festivities.
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U.S. President Trump signs trade agreement with E.U.
U.S. President Donald Trump has inked a new trade agreement with the European Union, as Canadians continue to wait for news ahead of this week's August 1st deadline. CTV National News correspondent Colton Praill joins guest host Tim Powers with the latest. On today's show: Instant analysis on the E.U. trade deal, and what it means for Canada-USA negotiations, with CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown discusses the federal government's decision to stop funding hotel rooms for asylum seekers. Political scientist Lori Turnbull analyzes the war of words between Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and The Longest Ballot Committee. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Deirdra Tindale. Andrew Siegwart, the CEO of the Ontario Tourism Industry Association, discusses the impact of the Canada-U.S. trade war on the Summer travel season.
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Free For All Friday
Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Guest host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: U.S. President Donald Trump says Canada might not get a negotiated trade deal ahead of the August 1st deadline. That is next Friday, by the way. Brian Clow, who worked in the PMO during the last round of trade negotiations with Trump, joins the show with his take on the President’s recent comments. Scott takes your calls on the trade situation, and the see-saw of emotions at play. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features Spark Advocacy senior advisor Sabrina Grover and Summa Strategies chairman Tim Powers. Topic 1: President Trump’s latest comments on the U.S. trade chatter with Canada. Topic 2: The Hockey Canada trial verdict, and what lessons must be learned. Topic 3: Should Canada lower its voting age? Topic 4: Remembering two entertainment legends: Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan have entered the afterlife.
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What does a 'good' trade deal look like?
It's looking increasingly unlikely that Canada will secure a new trade deal with America by August 1st. The message from the Carney Liberals has shifted to getting the best deal, rather than any deal, by next week's deadline. Vassy Kapelos chats with former U.S. Ambassador Gary Doer about the state of the current negotiations. On today's show: The verdict in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial will be delivered sometime this afternoon. CTV's Kamil Karamali has the latest developments. CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin joins the party to talk some science! The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Robert Benzie and Laura Stone. What's wrong with the Canada Disability Benefit? Krista Carr from Inclusion Canada chimes in on that subject. What are U.S. officials saying this week about the ongoing trade negotiations? Huw Williams from the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association has more on that, as he makes his way back from Washington.
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Trade deal by August 1st 'unlikely': Former Canadian Ambassador to the U.S.
The odds of Canada securing a new trade deal with the United States by August 1st is highly unlikely, according to David MacNaughton. He served as Canada's Ambassador to the United States during President Trump's first term in office. MacNaughton explains where the negotiation process is at. On today's show: Heavy metal legend and Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, leaving behind a historic musical legacy and inspiring generations of artists. Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a palliative care physician at The Ottawa Hospital, tackles this week's Explainer question: How do you assess which Summer activities are worth the risk? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. The U.K. government has announced plans to lower its voting age to 16 years old. Should Canada do the same? We go 1-on-1 with Manitoba Senator Marilou McPhedran, who has introduced a bill in the Canadian Senate that would do just that.
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