The Vassy Kapelos Show

America's President told reporters in France on Wednesday that he'd prefer to see the trade deal terminated rather than re-negotiated. Vassy Kapelos speaks with Jean Charest, a former Quebec Premier and member of the PM's Advisory Committee on Canada-USA Economic Relations.
On today's show:
TSN's Claire Hanna previews today's Canada-Qatar FIFA World Cup match in Vancouver.
Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Senator Pamela Wallin to discuss the recommendation against expanding MAiD for mental illness in Canada.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: Why some people always pick up the tab.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Laura Stone.
Vassy speaks with TSN Senior Correspondent and retired Canadian pro soccer player Tosaint Ricketts about a new documentary examining the racism and hate pro athletes experience online.
CTV's Rachel Aiello reports from Parliament Hill, as the House of Commons rises for Summer Break.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is headed back to Canada after the G7 Summit in France without an official bilateral meeting with U.S. President Trump. Vassy gets the latest from CTV's Rachel Aiello after Carney's closing press conference.
On today's show:
The Carney Liberals' bail reform bill, known as Bill C-14, has received royal assent. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Justice Minister Sean Fraser.
The Explainer with Ferry De Kerckhove, a former Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan and former Ambassador to Egypt: An in-depth look into Iran's nuclear program.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Stephanie Levitz, and Jeff Rutledge.
The feds are introducing new legislation that is aimed at finally ending boil water advisories on Canada's reserves. Vassy chats with Mandy Gull-Masty, Canada's Minister of Indigenous Services.
CTV's Garrett Barry joins us from Newfoundland, as the TSB unveils its report into the Titan Submersible implosion.

Following the news of a renewed ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, Vassy Kapelos goes 1-on-1 with Defense Minister David McGuinty to discuss what role Canada could play in the region if the war ends.
On today's show:
CTV News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur reports live from the G7 in Evian, France.
Vassy is joined by The Globe And Mail's Kristy Kirkup to discuss what changes may be coming to Canada's MAiD regime, as the Parliamentary Committee unveils its final report tomorrow.
Money Talk with John Klotz: Tax planning for self-employed Canadians.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Sharan Kaur, and Graham Richardson.
Vassy speaks with Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce about a new deal that aims to supply Ontario-made nuclear reactor parts to the European market.
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse-Nepinak joins Vassy to discuss the federal government's new legislation aimed at finally ending boil water advisories on reserves.

A 14-point MOU is expected to be officially signed by the United States and Iran on Friday, starting a 60-day negotiation on a permanent end to the conflict. Vassy speaks with Middle East expert Thomas Juneau about what we know so far.
On today's show:
Prime Minister Carney has arrived at the G7 Summit. CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur reports live from Evian, France.
Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: What's in the Liberals' new online harms legislation?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers, Zain Velji, and Tom Mulcair.
Canada's Culture Minister Marc Miller joins Vassy to talk about the new Safe Social Media Act, which includes a ban on social media for Canadians under the age of 16.

It's The Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.
On today's show:
The Friday Five: The Gordie Howe 'Bridge To Nowhere', the Carney Liberals' National Food Strategy, the Safe Social Media Act, FIFA comes to Canada, and a W5 investigation leads to a guilty plea.
The Big Conversation: Graham is joined by Shane Nedohin, a Canadian Armed Forces veteran and supporter of Alberta independence, for a frank and honest conversation about why so many Albertans feel they would be better off leaving Canada.
Adam van Koeverden, Canada's Secretary of State for Sport, talks about the benefits of hosting the FIFA World Cup and addresses concerns about the cost to taxpayers.
Canada Post has announced another round of cuts to home delivery, converting another 485,000 homes to community mailboxes. Graham speaks with Ariane Sauvé, the courier's Director of Public Relations.
Outside The Bubble: MPs Philip Earle (Liberal, Newfoundland) and Fraser Tolmie (Conservative, Moose Jaw) join Graham to discuss the urban-rural divide, the importance of resource economies, and finding political common ground.
Graham speaks with Brampton teacher Georgia Risnita about why she's pushing for a ban on heading in kids' soccer. Her plea comes after her father, a former pro-soccer player, was found to have CTE after his death from dementia last year. We also uncover the latest science on CTE in sports, as we check in with concussion expert Dr. Charles Tator.
Have Your Say: Your texts on today's stories. Plus, what made Graham smile this week!