The Vassy Kapelos Show

Today, we react to new comments from the people in charge of the Canada-USA trading relationship, as U.S. President Donald Trump cements his latest tariff declaration. Vassy hears from the USTR, Canada's Industry Minister, Canada's Finance Minister, and the Minister of Canada-USA Trade. And in the middle of it all, we react to Trump's State Of The Union Address, which was delivered last night.
On today's show:
Vassy chats with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt, as she departs on a Carney-led trade mission to India.
Defense Minister David McGuinty discusses Canada's new aid package to Ukraine, as well as the country's brand-new Defense Industrial Strategy.
The Explainer with Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques: What's in that PBO report about refugee healthcare?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Stephanie Levitz, and Jamie Ellerton.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham reacts to Donald Trump's lengthy and viral SOTU Address.
CTV's Judy Trinh updates us on the latest OpenAI scrutiny, as revelations uncover the Tumbler Ridge shooter's lengthy activity on ChatGPT.

Today marks the 4-year anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, which began one day after the 2022 Winter Olympics' Closing Ceremonies. Today, Prime Minister Carney announced further aid to Ukrainian forces, while also adding new sanctions on Russia. Later in the program, we check in with Valeriy Kostyuk, the Executive Director of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation.
On today's show:
Vassy chats with Cameron MacKay, Canada's Ambassador to Mexico, about the tense situation that's unfolding in the country.
Conservative MP Michelle Rempel-Garner talks about the Tories' motion to restrict health benefits for asylum seekers in Canada.
Money Talk with John Klotz: Today's financial and crypto scams, and how Canadians can protect their money.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sebastian Skamski, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al-Mallees.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham tees up tonight's State Of The Union Address from President Trump.

Drug cartels in Mexico have blocked roads, set cars ablaze, and caused chaos for Canadian travellers in Puerto Vallarta today. It follows a Mexican military operation on Sunday that killed a cartel leader. We gather the latest developments from CTV's Scott Hurst. Then, we check in with Artur Wilczynski, a Canadian traveller who is stranded in Puerta Vallarta.
On today's show:
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith elaborates on her push to give Alberta more control over immigration.
Vassy speaks with Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell about Friday's SCOTUS tariff ruling.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Zain Velji, and Tim Powers.
Dr. Sharon Cohen, a Medical Director at the Toronto Memory Program and a specialist in Alzheimer’s diagnosis, reacts to the Canada Drug Agency's recommendation against public coverage for a new breakthrough treatment.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
Somebody told Donald Trump 'no'. Hours before showtime, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against a portion of the U.S. President's tariff regime. He is not happy, and he is definitely not throwing in the towel. CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham outlines the significance behind Friday's long-awaited ruling.
Could Trump pull out of CUSMA? Sources say he's mulling it over. We dig deeper with Metina Stevis-Gridneff, who is the New York Times' Canada Bureau Chief.
A former U.S. President offered some interesting comments about UFO's, and whether they actually exist. Who better to ask than UFO expert Chris Rutkowski.
Free For All Friday - Hour 2
Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Today's edition features Summa Strategies chairman Tim Powers and Karen Gordon from Gordon Strategy.
Topic 1: Dissecting the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling against the Trump tariffs, while also watching a hockey game.
Topic 2: Canada's Tories have lost another MP after Matt Jeneroux crossed the floor to join Carney's Liberals.
Topic 3: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has announced a series of referendum questions that will be up for debate later this Fall.
Topic 4: The latest comments from U.S. President Trump after the Supreme Court ruled against a series of Trump tariffs.
Topic 5: After a thrilling comeback victory over Finland, Canada will play for Olympic Gold in Men's Hockey! Now they just need an opponent for Sunday's match...

The federal government has unveiled a suite of new measures aimed at cracking down on money laundering related to extortion in Canada. We dig deeper with Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne.
On today's show:
More reaction to MP Matt Jeneroux crossing the Conservative floor to join the Liberals.
Former Prince Andrew has been arrested in connection to the Epstein Files. Vassy speaks with CTV Royal Commentator Richard Berthelsen.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: The best exercise to fight against depression and anxiety.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Brian Platt, and Laura Stone.
Liberal MP Rachel Bendayan, the Parliamentary Secretary to Prime Minister Carney, discusses Canada's trade mission to Mexico.
CTV's Heather Butts joins us live from Milan, as the Canadian Women's Hockey Team battles Team USA for a Gold Medal.
CTV's Rachel Aiello tees up tonight's federal NDP Leadership Debate.