On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25 percent, but Governor Tiff Macklem laid out possible scenarios where the interest rate could rise if economic conditions worsen. Vassy speaks with CTV Chief Financial Correspondent Amanda Lang.

On today's show:
Is the Gordie Howe Bridge going to open on Monday? At the moment, it's still unclear. Vassy speaks with former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens.
The Explainer with Ottawa-based mortgage agent Frank Napolitano: What the Bank of Canada's warning on interest rates means for your mortgage.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo.
Vassy speaks with Ontario's D.C. Representative David Paterson about the uncertain opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, as well as Premier Ford's trade mission to the United States this week.
CTV Quebec Bureau Chief Genevieve Beauchemin updates us on the latest opposition to the planned Alto high-speed rail line, which would connect Toronto to Quebec City. The Parti Quebecois now says it won't support the project if they win this Fall's provincial election.

On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25 percent, but Governor Tiff Macklem laid out possible scenarios where the interest rate could rise if economic conditions worsen. Vassy speaks with CTV Chief Financial Correspondent Amanda Lang.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Is the Gordie Howe Bridge going to open on Monday? At the moment, it's still unclear. Vassy speaks with former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens.</li>
<li>The Explainer with Ottawa-based mortgage agent Frank Napolitano: What the Bank of Canada's warning on interest rates means for your mortgage.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Stephanie Levitz, and Laura D'Angelo.</li>
<li>Vassy speaks with Ontario's D.C. Representative David Paterson about the uncertain opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, as well as Premier Ford's trade mission to the United States this week.</li>
<li>CTV Quebec Bureau Chief Genevieve Beauchemin updates us on the latest opposition to the planned Alto high-speed rail line, which would connect Toronto to Quebec City. The Parti Quebecois now says it won't support the project if they win this Fall's provincial election.</li>
</ul>

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The top newsmakers, political headlines, your go-to daily debrief. Vassy loves politics and she’ll make sure you do too. The Vassy Kapelos Show will keep you informed through hard-hitting interviews with the major players, entertaining analysis and debate with your favourite pundits and all the details and context you need on breaking news as it comes into our newsroom.

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Bank of Canada Governor warns interest rate hikes are on the table

In a new video address to Canadians, Prime Minister Carney says Canada's emissions will increase in the coming years, as the federal government prioritizes economic growth. Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.

On today's show:
Tim chats all things FIFA with veteran sports broadcaster Arash Madani, as Team Canada is set to take on Morocco in the Round of 16 this weekend.
Richard Masson, a former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, joins the show for a discussion about the outlook for a new West Coast oil pipeline. It follows today's report that Alberta will make its submission for the project without a private sector backer.
Money Talk with John Klotz: How to achieve financial independence.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Saeed Selvam, and Anne McGrath.
Tim speaks with Dr. Janet Morrison, the President and Vice-Chancellor for the Memorial University of Newfoundland, about a new exhibit marking Newfoundland soldiers’ sacrifice during the Battle of the Somme. It is scheduled to be unveiled in France today on the 100th anniversary of that battle.
CTV Your Morning meteorologist Kelsey McEwen delivers an update on the Canada Day forecast.
Liaison Strategies principal David Valentin discusses a new national poll showing Canadians are still proud of their country, despite feeling more anxious about the future.

In a new video address to Canadians, Prime Minister Carney says Canada's emissions will increase in the coming years, as the federal government prioritizes economic growth. Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Tim chats all things FIFA with veteran sports broadcaster Arash Madani, as Team Canada is set to take on Morocco in the Round of 16 this weekend.</li>
<li>Richard Masson, a former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, joins the show for a discussion about the outlook for a new West Coast oil pipeline. It follows today's report that Alberta will make its submission for the project without a private sector backer.</li>
<li>Money Talk with John Klotz: How to achieve financial independence.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Saeed Selvam, and Anne McGrath.</li>
<li>Tim speaks with Dr. Janet Morrison, the President and Vice-Chancellor for the Memorial University of Newfoundland, about a new exhibit marking Newfoundland soldiers&rsquo; sacrifice during the Battle of the Somme. It is scheduled to be unveiled in France today on the 100th anniversary of that battle.</li>
<li>CTV Your Morning meteorologist Kelsey McEwen delivers an update on the Canada Day forecast.</li>
<li>Liaison Strategies principal David Valentin discusses a new national poll showing Canadians are still proud of their country, despite feeling more anxious about the future.</li>
</ul>

Carney admits Canada will miss emissions targets

Guest host Tim Powers speaks with TSN's Claire Hanna about Sunday's historic 1-0 victory over South Africa, and what awaits the Men's National Team in the Round of 16.

On today's show:
Eric Ham, CTV U.S. political analyst and former U.S. Congressional Staffer, on this week's looming CUSMA deadline.
Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Apple and Microsoft hike prices as A.I. crunches the global memory chip supply.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair and Scott Reid.
David Phillips, a climatologist with Environment Canada, on the extreme heat that is expected to strike parts of Canada this week.
TSN 1200's Gord Wilson delivers a quick debrief of the 2026 NHL Draft, and offers a look-ahead to Wednesday's Free Agent Frenzy.

Guest host Tim Powers speaks with TSN's Claire Hanna about Sunday's historic 1-0 victory over South Africa, and what awaits the Men's National Team in the Round of 16.
On today's show:
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<li>Eric Ham, CTV U.S. political analyst and former U.S. Congressional Staffer, on this week's looming CUSMA deadline.</li>
<li>Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Apple and Microsoft hike prices as A.I. crunches the global memory chip supply.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair and Scott Reid.</li>
<li>David Phillips, a climatologist with Environment Canada, on the extreme heat that is expected to strike parts of Canada this week.</li>
<li>TSN 1200's Gord Wilson delivers a quick debrief of the 2026 NHL Draft, and offers a look-ahead to Wednesday's Free Agent Frenzy.</li>
</ul>

'Holy moly, this was absolute history': Canada advances to the FIFA World Cup's Round 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: Carney announces plans for 24 Sussex, NATO Secretary lays on the flattery in an Oval Office meeting with Trump, Ukraine continues to ramp up drone attacks inside Russia, Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says 'cut the BS' over Stampede noise bylaw backlash, Ontario senior scammed almost $1M in Carney deepfake crypto fraud.
The Big Conversation: New data shows that ER wait times continue to get worse. Graham speaks with Saskatoon emergency physician Dr. Brittany Ellis.
Housing policy expert Mike Moffat joins the show with his take on the B.C. condo 'bailout' controversy.
A small town in Quebec has officially recognized the legal rights of trees. Graham finds out why with the help of Sylvie Trepanier, who sits on the municipality's Environment Committee.
Conservative Housing Critic Scott Aitchison joins Graham with the opposition's argument against the B.C. condo conversion program.
Graham chats with former Team Canada captain Patrice Bernier about the outlook for Canadian soccer, as FIFA fever grips the nation ahead of Sunday's Round of 32 match against South Africa.
Nearly a decade after legislation, the national lobby group for Canadian cannabis producers has been forced to shut down, as the industry struggles to remain profitable. It cites the strength of the illicit market as a primary factor for the shutdown. Graham is joined by Paul McCarthy, the now-former President for the Cannabis Council of Canada.
What made Graham smile this week: European FIFA fans go crazy for ranch dressing.

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:
<ul>
<li>The Friday Five: Carney announces plans for 24 Sussex, NATO Secretary lays on the flattery in an Oval Office meeting with Trump, Ukraine continues to ramp up drone attacks inside Russia, Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says 'cut the BS' over Stampede noise bylaw backlash, Ontario senior scammed almost $1M in Carney deepfake crypto fraud.</li>
<li>The Big Conversation: New data shows that ER wait times continue to get worse. Graham speaks with Saskatoon emergency physician Dr. Brittany Ellis.</li>
<li>Housing policy expert Mike Moffat joins the show with his take on the B.C. condo 'bailout' controversy.</li>
<li>A small town in Quebec has officially recognized the legal rights of trees. Graham finds out why with the help of Sylvie Trepanier, who sits on the municipality's Environment Committee.</li>
<li>Conservative Housing Critic Scott Aitchison joins Graham with the opposition's argument against the B.C. condo conversion program.</li>
<li>Graham chats with former Team Canada captain Patrice Bernier about the outlook for Canadian soccer, as FIFA fever grips the nation ahead of Sunday's Round of 32 match against South Africa.</li>
<li>Nearly a decade after legislation, the national lobby group for Canadian cannabis producers has been forced to shut down, as the industry struggles to remain profitable. It cites the strength of the illicit market as a primary factor for the shutdown. Graham is joined by Paul McCarthy, the now-former President for the Cannabis Council of Canada.</li>
<li>What made Graham smile this week: European FIFA fans go crazy for ranch dressing.</li>
</ul>

Bank of Canada Governor warns interest rate hikes are on the table

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