Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as Santa Claus hits the skies for his annual Christmas Eve pilgrimage.

On today's show:
The cost-of-living crisis is hitting Canadian charities hard this holiday season. Lt-Colonel John Murray from the Salvation Army outlines the bigger picture for us.
As we inch closer to the holidays, that means more free time to read a book or catch up on this year's top flicks. So in the spirit of this festive season, CTV movie critic Richard Crouse delivers his top picks from 2025.
Travel expert Barry Choi explains how we can conquer our holiday nerves and avoid the airport meltdowns.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge and Stephanie Levitz.
It's the 25th anniversary of the Bell Capital Cup, which means it's time to check in with Tournament Manager Mark Sluban!

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as Santa Claus hits the skies for his annual Christmas Eve pilgrimage.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>The cost-of-living crisis is hitting Canadian charities hard this holiday season. Lt-Colonel John Murray from the Salvation Army outlines the bigger picture for us.</li>
<li>As we inch closer to the holidays, that means more free time to read a book or catch up on this year's top flicks. So in the spirit of this festive season, CTV movie critic Richard Crouse delivers his top picks from 2025.</li>
<li>Travel expert Barry Choi explains how we can conquer our holiday nerves and avoid the airport meltdowns.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge and Stephanie Levitz.</li>
<li>It's the 25th anniversary of the Bell Capital Cup, which means it's time to check in with Tournament Manager Mark Sluban!</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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Cost-of-living crisis hitting Canadian charities hard this holiday season

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.

On today's show:
Who will be getting a White Christmas in Canada? Doug Gillham, a Senior Meteorologist at The Weather Network, makes a list and checks it twice.
The Carney government has announced a $35.5 billion plan to reform the First Nations child welfare system. We gather instant reaction from Francis Verreault-Paul, the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief for Quebec.
Retail analyst Bruce Winder takes a look at this year's holiday shopping trends.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jordan Paquet and Sharan Kaur.
Canadian comedian Mark Critch explores and breaks down the great Newfoundland tradition of 'Tibb's Eve'.
TSN's Gord Wilson previews the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship, which is set to take place in Minnesota.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Who will be getting a White Christmas in Canada? Doug Gillham, a Senior Meteorologist at The Weather Network, makes a list and checks it twice.</li>
<li>The Carney government has announced a $35.5 billion plan to reform the First Nations child welfare system. We gather instant reaction from Francis Verreault-Paul, the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief for Quebec.</li>
<li>Retail analyst Bruce Winder takes a look at this year's holiday shopping trends.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jordan Paquet and Sharan Kaur.</li>
<li>Canadian comedian Mark Critch explores and breaks down the great Newfoundland tradition of 'Tibb's Eve'.</li>
<li>TSN's Gord Wilson previews the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship, which is set to take place in Minnesota.</li>
</ul>

Carney government announces $35.5 billion plan to reform First Nations child welfare system

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.

On today's show:
Dr. Isaac Bogoch reacts to concerning new data about this year's flu season.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the latest escalation in USA-Venezuela tensions.
Tech Check with tech expert Carmi Levy: A San Francisco power outage leaves Waymo's self-driving cars stranded at intersections.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Garry Keller and Sabrina Grover.
Nick Saul, the CEO of Right To Food Canada, talks about food insecurity at the holidays.
TSN's Dean Brown reacts to Sidney Crosby becoming the Pittsburgh Penguins' all-time leading scorer, a record that was previously held by franchise icon Mario Lemieux.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Dr. Isaac Bogoch reacts to concerning new data about this year's flu season.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the latest escalation in USA-Venezuela tensions.</li>
<li>Tech Check with tech expert Carmi Levy: A San Francisco power outage leaves Waymo's self-driving cars stranded at intersections.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Garry Keller and Sabrina Grover.</li>
<li>Nick Saul, the CEO of Right To Food Canada, talks about food insecurity at the holidays.</li>
<li>TSN's Dean Brown reacts to Sidney Crosby becoming the Pittsburgh Penguins' all-time leading scorer, a record that was previously held by franchise icon Mario Lemieux.</li>
</ul>

Flu cases skyrocket to highest levels in 3 years

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:
Starting in January, Canada will formally converse with America and Mexico in the hopes of renegotiating the North American Free Trade Deal. What’s at stake for the Canadian economy during next year’s CUSMA review? We dig deeper with international trade lawyer Robert Glasgow.
Six months ago, Pablo Rodriguez became the leader of the Quebec Liberals. Six months later, he was forced to resign over an alleged vote-buying scandal during the leadership race. What does his sudden resignation mean for the Quebec Liberals, the looming provincial election, and separatism in Quebec? Here to speak on that is André Pratte, a former Canadian Senator and a former Chair of the Quebec Liberal Party Policy Committee.
In 2025, we saw 3 shades of Canada’s Conservatives. We saw the good, the bad, and the ugly. Joining us for an in-depth analysis is former Conservative MP Lisa Raitt, who also served as a Cabinet Minister under the Harper government.

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 Henley Strategies founder Laryssa Waller and former Justin Trudeau Deputy Chief of Staff Brian Clow.

Topic 1: This year's biggest story in the Canadian political arena, and the headlines to watch as we look ahead to 2026.

Topic 2: The most overplayed story of 2025, the worst political gaffe of 2025, and the headlines that flew under the radar.

Topic 3: The most surprising political moment of 2025, the most successful political operator, and who made 2025’s ‘naughty list’.

Topic 4: Ranking the best 'kicker stories' of 2025.

From the entire Free For All Friday team, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, and we'll talk again in 2026!

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:
<ul>
<li>Starting in January, Canada will formally converse with America and Mexico in the hopes of renegotiating the North American Free Trade Deal. What&rsquo;s at stake for the Canadian economy during next year&rsquo;s CUSMA review? We dig deeper with international trade lawyer Robert Glasgow.</li>
<li>Six months ago, Pablo Rodriguez became the leader of the Quebec Liberals. Six months later, he was forced to resign over an alleged vote-buying scandal during the leadership race. What does his sudden resignation mean for the Quebec Liberals, the looming provincial election, and separatism in Quebec? Here to speak on that is Andr&eacute; Pratte, a former Canadian Senator and a former Chair of the Quebec Liberal Party Policy Committee.</li>
<li>In 2025, we saw 3 shades of Canada&rsquo;s Conservatives. We saw the good, the bad, and the ugly. Joining us for an in-depth analysis is former Conservative MP Lisa Raitt, who also served as a Cabinet Minister under the Harper government.</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 Henley Strategies founder Laryssa Waller and former Justin Trudeau Deputy Chief of Staff Brian Clow.
Topic 1: This year's biggest story in the Canadian political arena, and the headlines to watch as we look ahead to 2026.
Topic 2: The most overplayed story of 2025, the worst political gaffe of 2025, and the headlines that flew under the radar.
Topic 3: The most surprising political moment of 2025, the most successful political operator, and who made 2025&rsquo;s &lsquo;naughty list&rsquo;.
Topic 4: Ranking the best 'kicker stories' of 2025.
From the entire Free For All Friday team, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, and we'll talk again in 2026!

Cost-of-living crisis hitting Canadian charities hard this holiday season

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