The Vassy Kapelos Show

Steven Guilbeault, the Trudeau-era Minister of Environment and Climate Change, was the architect of numerous climate policies that the Carney Liberals have since rolled back. Later this Summer, he will step aside from the House of Commons stage, joining Liberal colleague Nate Erskine-Smith on the sidelines. Vassy gathers instant reaction from Liberal Caucus Chair James Maloney and Green Party leader Elizabeth May.
On today's show:
Dave Korzinski, the Angus Reid Institute's Director of Research, explains how the Environment and Climate Change file has developed as a Canadian voting issue over the years.
The Explainer: In Part 4 of our 4-part series for Mental Health Awareness Month, Vassy tackles imposter syndrome with Jentzen Michael Shea.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Jeff Rutledge, and Laura D'Angelo.
Vassy speaks with Jesse Stoeppler, the Executive Director of the Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition, about the opposition to the Ksi Lisims LNG project.
CTV's Rachel Aiello breaks down a major defense announcement from the Carney Liberals, and explains how it could impact the Canada-U.S. relationship.

The annual Western Premiers Conference in Kananaskis, Alberta is being overshadowed by Alberta and B.C. tensions over pipelines and separatism. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe.
On today's show:
Last week, W5's Avery Haines delivered an in-depth investigation into a wave of organized crime that is infiltrating Canadian airports. Today, she returns with an update.
Money Talk: Why mortgage insolvencies are up, and how to plan for your renewal.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees.
A conversation on housing and infrastructure with Ottawa city councillor Tim Tierney, who is also the incoming President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the latest peace negotiations between Iran and the United States. Are we getting somewhere positive?

Speaking with reporters in Ottawa this morning, Canada's Prime Minister made his strongest comments against Premier Danielle Smith's decision to put a question about separation on the Alberta ballot this Fall. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with the Premier of Alberta.
On today's show:
International Affairs Professor Thomas Juneau breaks down the latest developments on peace negotiations with Iran.
Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: New Canadian streaming rules draw ire of groups on both sides of the border.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Garry Keller, Tom Mulcair, and Zain Velji.
Legendary political journalist Bob Fife outlines his decision to retire, and reflects on his career at Parliament Hill.
CTV's Maria Sarrouh has more on the two deadly parasites that are decimating PEI's oyster crop this year.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
In a provincewide supper-time address, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces that a question on separation will be on this Fall's referendum ballot. The Globe And Mail’s Marieke Walsh recaps a busy week in politics, especially in Western Canada.
CTV political analyst and former Quebec Cabinet Minister Tom Mulcair talks Quebec separatism, and the new poll that says the CAQ is regaining support.
As the Montreal Victoire celebrate their first PWHL title, the NHL's Montreal Canadiens start the Eastern Conference Finals with a statement win over Carolina. TSN's Claire Hanna recaps Thursday's chaos as we look ahead to Saturday's Game 2 matchup.
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 'Beyond A Ballot' podcast host Rachael Segal and NorthStar Public Affairs senior advisor Sabrina Grover.
Topic 1: Albertans will vote on a question about separating from Canada this Fall, but it won’t be constitutionally binding.
Topic 2: Tension is rising between B.C. Premier David Eby and Prime Minister Carney over major projects. Is Canada's leader showing favoritism to keep Alberta happy?
Topic 3: We are just weeks away from Opening Day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A pair of Canadian cities will be welcoming the world for 13 total matches, and it's going to cost a billion dollars worth of pretty pennies. Is it worth it for cities to host major events these days?
Topic 4: Are the Carney Liberals wrong to ground Canada's Snowbirds?
Topic 5: Instead of wedding gifts, more couples are asking for cash for down payments. We try to find out why.
The last edition of Free For All Fridays will air next week - May 29th. See you at Noon!

Later today, a committee of the Alberta Legislature will decide on whether a citizen-led referendum question will make it onto the ballot this Fall. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will deliver a primetime address to her province tonight. Vassy speaks with Thomas Lukaszek, a former Deputy Premier of Alberta and organizer of the 'Forever Canadian' referendum petition campaign.
On today's show:
A traveler who recently returned to Ontario from East Africa is is being tested for Ebola, but the province isn't saying when they returned or if they have any symptoms. Vassy speaks with Dr. Gerald Evans, an infectious disease specialist at Kingston's Health Sciences Centre, about the latest intel we have on the deadly virus.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why the real reason for right-handedness is linked to our legs.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Rob Benzie, Mike LeCouteur, Laura Stone, and Marieke Walsh.
'Poop pills' for lung cancer? A new clinical study hopes to find out if Fecal Microbiota Transplant Therapy could help Canadian patients. Vassy speaks with Dr. Saman Maleki, a Translational Immuno-Oncology Scientist at the London Health Sciences Centre.
The Montreal Canadiens kick off the Eastern Conference Finals tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes. TSN 690 Montreal's Shaun Starr delivers a series preview ahead of Game 1.