Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as former Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour will replace Mary Simon as Canada's Governor General. Arbour will be appointed to her new position later this year, becoming the 31st Governor General in our country's history. CTV's Rachel Aiello delivers the latest developments following today's announcement. Then, we pick the brain of CTV political analyst Scott Reid.

On today's show:
Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious disease specialist, dissects the Hantavirus outbreak that is wreaking havoc on a Dutch cruise ship. The vessel is now stranded off the coast of Africa.
Money Talk with John Klotz: Making the most of your tax returns.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Amanda Galbraith, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees.
Hear Vassy's interview with A.I. Minister Evan Solomon on the government's new $1.5 billion relief package for tariff-hit industries.
McGill Law Professor Jennifer Raso talks about the growing issue of A.I. in courtrooms.

Stefan Keyes fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as former Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour will replace Mary Simon as Canada's Governor General. Arbour will be appointed to her new position later this year, becoming the 31st Governor General in our country's history. CTV's Rachel Aiello delivers the latest developments following today's announcement. Then, we pick the brain of CTV political analyst Scott Reid.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious disease specialist, dissects the Hantavirus outbreak that is wreaking havoc on a Dutch cruise ship. The vessel is now stranded off the coast of Africa.</li>
<li>Money Talk with John Klotz: Making the most of your tax returns.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Amanda Galbraith, Sharan Kaur, and Nojoud Al Mallees.</li>
<li>Hear Vassy's interview with A.I. Minister Evan Solomon on the government's new $1.5 billion relief package for tariff-hit industries.</li>
<li>McGill Law Professor Jennifer Raso talks about the growing issue of A.I. in courtrooms.</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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Prime Minister Carney announces Louise Arbour as Canada's new Governor General

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!

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: 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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Canada Post has announced another round of cuts to home delivery, converting another 485,000 homes to community mailboxes. Graham speaks with Ariane Sauv&eacute;, the courier's Director of Public Relations.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Have Your Say: Your texts on today's stories. Plus, what made Graham smile this week!</li>
</ul>

The Graham Richardson Show - June 12, 2026

After 48 hours of conflicting reports and rumors, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $6.4 billion crossing between Windsor and Detroit has been postponed indefinitely, largely thanks to political posturing from the White House. Vassy Kapelos tackles the latest developments with AM800 Windsor host Mike Kakuk.

On today's show:
CTV National News senior correspondent Judy Trinh joins Vassy with the details of the Carney government's long-awaited Online Harms legislation, which includes a U-16 social media ban.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specalist Dan Riskin: New study shows that working from home is bad for your mental health.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Marieke Walsh.
Vassy in joined by Conservative MP Luc Berthold to discuss his private member's bill, which is seeking changes to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. His legislation is motivated by the tragic death of his son, who took his own life at the age of 28 following years of struggle with substance abuse and mental health.
Kimberly Carson, the CEO of Breast Cancer Canada, joins Vassy to discuss the federal government's new advisory panel on preventive health care.

After 48 hours of conflicting reports and rumors, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $6.4 billion crossing between Windsor and Detroit has been postponed indefinitely, largely thanks to political posturing from the White House. Vassy Kapelos tackles the latest developments with AM800 Windsor host Mike Kakuk.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>CTV National News senior correspondent Judy Trinh joins Vassy with the details of the Carney government's long-awaited Online Harms legislation, which includes a U-16 social media ban.</li>
<li>Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specalist Dan Riskin: New study shows that working from home is bad for your mental health.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Marieke Walsh.</li>
<li>Vassy in joined by Conservative MP Luc Berthold to discuss his private member's bill, which is seeking changes to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. His legislation is motivated by the tragic death of his son, who took his own life at the age of 28 following years of struggle with substance abuse and mental health.</li>
<li>Kimberly Carson, the CEO of Breast Cancer Canada, joins Vassy to discuss the federal government's new advisory panel on preventive health care.</li>
</ul>

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will not open this weekend

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>

Prime Minister Carney announces Louise Arbour as Canada's new Governor General

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