The Vassy Kapelos Show

Stefan Keyes guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, who is on assignment today.
On today's show:
The Premier of British Columbia is accusing Alberta separatist movement leaders of treason. According to reports, they've had covert meetings with multiple Trump Administration officials, as they seek support for their cause.
CTV political analyst and former NDP leader Tom Mulcair chimes in on the Conservative Party leadership review.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham reacts to the latest developments out of Minneapolis, as ICE and CPB work on a drawdown plan.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Is A.I. more creative than the average human?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Laura Stone.
Nik Nanos, the chief data scientist at Nanos Research, on Poilievre's leadership review.
CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver delivers the latest developments from the First Ministers Meeting in Ottawa.

Provincial and territorial leaders have arrived in Canada's Capital for two days of meetings. Vassy Kapelos goes 1-on-1 with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe.
On today's show:
Government House Leader Steve MacKinnon says the Opposition is holding up the government's agenda in Parliament.
The Explainer with UBC Associate Professor Marina Adshade: Why is Canada's fertility rate so low?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Garry Keller, and George Soule.
Professor Payam Akhavan, a former U.N. Prosecutor and a Human Rights Chair at Toronto's Massey College, on the situation in Iran.
AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse-Nepinak on the upcoming First Ministers meeting.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he stands by his address to the World Economic Forum last week. It comes after the U.S. Treasury Secretary told Fox News he 'aggressively walked back' those comments during a phone call with President Donald Trump.
On today's show:
Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne.
Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer pays us a visit ahead of Pierre Poilievre's leadership review.
Money Talk with John Klotz: What should we expect from the Stock Market in 2026?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees.
The Globe and Mail's Adrian Morrow joins us live from Minneapolis, as the Trump administration pulls CPB Commander Bovino out of the state following public outrage.
An Ontario company is under fire for taking a contract with ICE, and its not the only one.

The latest tariff threats from U.S. President Trump is putting renewed scrutiny on the trade deal that Canada signed with China earlier this month.
On today's show:
The House of Commons has returned, and Mark Carney says no snap election is coming.
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew reacts to Trump's new tariff threats against Canada.
The Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham analyzes the latest winter storm to strike Toronto over the weekend.
Tech Check with Carmi Levy: TikTok is saved, but what does that really mean to us?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Nick McRoberts, Tim Powers, and Tom Mulcair.
Brian Kingston, the President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, reacts to Trump's latest tariff threats against Canada and how it could further impact the country's fragile Auto sector.
White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt comments on the weekend killing of a Minnesota man by a U.S. Border Patrol guard.

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:
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder and alleged drug kingpin, is now in police custody after being arrested in Mexico. We gather instant reaction from CTV public safety analyst Chris Lewis, who is also a former OPP Commissioner.
Prime Minister Carney addressed the world in Davos earlier this week. Some liked what he said. Canada's next-door neighbour did not. Joining us to discuss further is Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the Canada Bureau Chief for the New York Times.
Movie critic Richard Crouse offers his take on this year's Oscar nominations, and also talks a little bit of Heated Rivalry.
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 Canada Shield Institute managing director Vass Bednar and former Justin Trudeau senior advisor Supriya Dwivedi.
Topic 1: Reaction to Prime Minister Carney’s address in Davos this week. Was it a hit or miss?
Topic 2: The Canadian government is reportedly considering a ban on social media for kids under the age of 14. Good idea or bad idea?
Topic 3: The House of Commons returns next week, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre braces for a party leadership review.
Topic 4: Do you plan to embrace the Polar Vortex, or will you hibernate straight through it?
Topic 5: The Beckham family drama captivates the Entertainment news cycle.