The Bank of Canada has chosen not to move on interest rates until at least September, with Governor Tiff Macklem citing ongoing uncertainty around U.S. trade. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Concordia University economist Moshe Lander.

On today's show:
The federal cabinet is meeting later today to discuss possible recognition of Palestinian statehood.
A group of Ontario Mayors, notably from cities and towns with connections to the Auto sector, are calling on the feds to scrap a planned EV sales mandate.
Dr. Ravi Menon from Western University tackles this week's Explainer question: Can CTE cause violent acts?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge and Susan Smith.
What happens to safer supply programs now that federal funding has ended?

The Bank of Canada has chosen not to move on interest rates until at least September, with Governor Tiff Macklem citing ongoing uncertainty around U.S. trade. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Concordia University economist Moshe Lander.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>The federal cabinet is meeting later today to discuss possible recognition of Palestinian statehood.</li>
<li>A group of Ontario Mayors, notably from cities and towns with connections to the Auto sector, are calling on the feds to scrap a planned EV sales mandate.</li>
<li>Dr. Ravi Menon from Western University tackles this week's Explainer question: Can CTE cause violent acts?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge and Susan Smith.</li>
<li>What happens to safer supply programs now that federal funding has ended?</li>
</ul>

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.

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 holds key interest rate at 2.75%

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.

On today's show:
CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports live from the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Prime Minister Carney is urging the world's middle powers to work together in the face of weaponized U.S. hegemony.
The Globe and Mail's Bob Fife on an exclusive report that the Canadian Armed Forces are game planning scenarios for a hypothetical U.S. invasion of Canada.
Thomas Crosbie, an Associate Professor at the Royal Danish Defense College's Institute for Military Operations, explains how Trump's threats to Greenland are being received in Denmark.
Psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard discusses the emotional impact of troubling world events.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Chris Day, and George Soule.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the American political reaction to Trump's Greenland threats.
CTV's Rachel Aiello on what to expect from Trump's trip to Davos tomorrow.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports live from the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Prime Minister Carney is urging the world's middle powers to work together in the face of weaponized U.S. hegemony.</li>
<li>The Globe and Mail's Bob Fife on an exclusive report that the Canadian Armed Forces are game planning scenarios for a hypothetical U.S. invasion of Canada.</li>
<li>Thomas Crosbie, an Associate Professor at the Royal Danish Defense College's Institute for Military Operations, explains how Trump's threats to Greenland are being received in Denmark.</li>
<li>Psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard discusses the emotional impact of troubling world events.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Chris Day, and George Soule.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the American political reaction to Trump's Greenland threats.</li>
<li>CTV's Rachel Aiello on what to expect from Trump's trip to Davos tomorrow.</li>
</ul>

Carney warns that a 'rules-based' world order is not coming back

Stefan Keyes guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos on this Monday afternoon.

On today's show:
Brian Kingston, President & CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, on the slew of auto sector concerns that follows Canada's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham discusses Trump's escalating threat of taking over Greenland.
Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Australia's social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.
Retired General Tom Lawson on Canada's response to Trump's Greenland threat.
CTV's Rachel Aiello tees up Carney's trip to the World Economic Forum this week.

Stefan Keyes guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos on this Monday afternoon.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Brian Kingston, President &amp; CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, on the slew of auto sector concerns that follows Canada's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham discusses Trump's escalating threat of taking over Greenland.</li>
<li>Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Australia's social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.</li>
<li>Retired General Tom Lawson on Canada's response to Trump's Greenland threat.</li>
<li>CTV's Rachel Aiello tees up Carney's trip to the World Economic Forum this week.</li>
</ul>

European leaders push back against Trump's Greenland threat

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Tim Powers, filling in for Amanda Galbraith, breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:
Prime Minister Carney has officially signed a 'landmark' trade deal with China. CTV chief political correspondent Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction and analysis.
Reaction to the Canada-China deal continues with Jamie Baker, a Secretary-Treasurer for the UNIFOR-based Fish Food and Allied Workers. It is the largest private sector union, representing 14,000 workers in Newfoundland’s independent small-boat fishery. We also hear from Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association of Canada.
Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a Palliative Care Physician at The Ottawa Hospital, explains how Canadians can stay healthy and preserve their mental wellness during the cold Winter months.

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 NorthStar Public Affairs senior advisor Sabrina Grover and Bluesky Strategy vice-president Jordan Paquet.

Topic 1: Mr. Carney went to China, and came home with a trade deal. However, not everyone in Canada's political arena is thrilled about it. Was the Prime Minister's overseas trip a success?

Topic 2: In an interview with CJAD Montreal earlier this week, American Ambassador Pete Hoekstra said the Canadian political rhetoric surrounding Trump is harming the Canada-USA relationship ahead of CUSMA negotiations. Should our Premiers tone it down a notch?

Topic 3: Quebec will be searching for a new Premier in October, as Francois Legault steps down. The decision comes weeks after the Quebec Liberals cut ties with newly-anointed leader Pablo Rodriguez. Who will form the next government?

Topic 4: On a scale of 'don't care' to 'heavily invested', do you care about the Olympics?

Topic 5: A not-so-friendly hockey brawl is under investigation, and the participants aren't even old enough to be considered teenagers.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Tim Powers, filling in for Amanda Galbraith, breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Prime Minister Carney has officially signed a 'landmark' trade deal with China. CTV chief political correspondent Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction and analysis.</li>
<li>Reaction to the Canada-China deal continues with Jamie Baker, a Secretary-Treasurer for the UNIFOR-based Fish Food and Allied Workers. It is the largest private sector union, representing 14,000 workers in Newfoundland&rsquo;s independent small-boat fishery. We also hear from Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts and Manufacturers Association of Canada.</li>
<li>Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a Palliative Care Physician at The Ottawa Hospital, explains how Canadians can stay healthy and preserve their mental wellness during the cold Winter months.</li>
</ul>
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 NorthStar Public Affairs senior advisor Sabrina Grover and Bluesky Strategy vice-president Jordan Paquet.
Topic 1: Mr. Carney went to China, and came home with a trade deal. However, not everyone in Canada's political arena is thrilled about it. Was the Prime Minister's overseas trip a success?
Topic 2: In an interview with CJAD Montreal earlier this week, American Ambassador Pete Hoekstra said the Canadian political rhetoric surrounding Trump is harming the Canada-USA relationship ahead of CUSMA negotiations. Should our Premiers tone it down a notch?
Topic 3: Quebec will be searching for a new Premier in October, as Francois Legault steps down. The decision comes weeks after the Quebec Liberals cut ties with newly-anointed leader Pablo Rodriguez. Who will form the next government?
Topic 4: On a scale of 'don't care' to 'heavily invested', do you care about the Olympics?
Topic 5: A not-so-friendly hockey brawl is under investigation, and the participants aren't even old enough to be considered teenagers.

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2.75%

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