Canada’s new defence partnership with Europe may have hidden risks, according to a new analysis by the Expert Group on Canada-U.S. Relations. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Ret. Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, who authored this report.

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Canada&rsquo;s new defence partnership with Europe may have hidden risks, according to a new analysis by the Expert Group on Canada-U.S. Relations. Guest host Tim Powers speaks with Ret. Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, who authored this report.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>We&rsquo;re learning more about the four men charged with terrorism and weapons offences by the RCMP in Quebec.</li>
<li>More new tariffs are being announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Canadian economist Moshe Lander joins the show with his reaction.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political commentator Eric Ham answers this week's Explainer question: Why is MAGA having a meltdown over the Epstein Files?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Stephanie Levitz, Jeff Rutledge, and Laura D'Angelo.</li>
<li>Advocates for psilocybin-assisted therapy are celebrating a recent court ruling in a years-long legal fight over access to the experimental new treatment.</li>
<li>Why is Gen Z struggling with professional soft skills? Etiquette expert Julie Blais enters the chat.</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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New report warns of possible drawbacks from Canada-Europe defence agreement

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

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2026 has arrived, which means it's time for Scott to examine some of the biggest political issues that will shape the next 12 months.
If you could give a New Year’s Resolution to a Canadian political leader, what would it be?
His Story, Her Story, Our Story: The first edition of 2026!

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Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Today's edition features Conaptus principal Jamie Ellerton and NorthStar Public Affairs senior advisor Sabrina Grover.

Topic 1: What is the biggest story to watch in 2026?

Topic 2: Our panelists share their New Year’s Resolutions for Canadian political leaders.

Topic 3: Alberta vs. Quebec - How separatism will shape Canadian politics in 2026.

Topic 4: Predictions for this year’s MVP of Canadian politics.

Topic 5: Who's stock is on the rise right now?

Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Scott Reid, filling in for Amanda Galbraith, breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>2026 has arrived, which means it's time for Scott to examine some of the biggest political issues that will shape the next 12 months.</li>
<li>If you could give a New Year&rsquo;s Resolution to a Canadian political leader, what would it be?</li>
<li>His Story, Her Story, Our Story: The first edition of 2026!</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 Conaptus principal Jamie Ellerton and NorthStar Public Affairs senior advisor Sabrina Grover.
Topic 1: What is the biggest story to watch in 2026?
Topic 2: Our panelists share their New Year&rsquo;s Resolutions for Canadian political leaders.
Topic 3: Alberta vs. Quebec - How separatism will shape Canadian politics in 2026.
Topic 4: Predictions for this year&rsquo;s MVP of Canadian politics.
Topic 5: Who's stock is on the rise right now?

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Scott Reid guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today, as we finally say 'sayonara' to 2025.

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Law enforcement officials in Mexico have seized $40 million worth of motorcycles believed to be linked to Ryan Wedding, an alleged drug kingpin and former Canadian Olympic snowboarder. CTV's Judy Trinh has the latest on that.
Is 2025 the most politically-significant year in Canada's history since WWII? Scott takes your calls, texts, and emails!
Who was the MVP of Canadian politics in 2025: Mark Carney or someone else?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring George Soule and Jeff Rutledge.
Canada has unveiled its Men's Hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics. Who is headed to Italy in February? TSN's Matt Cauz has the answers and addresses the criticisms.

Scott Reid guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today, as we finally say 'sayonara' to 2025.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Law enforcement officials in Mexico have seized $40 million worth of motorcycles believed to be linked to Ryan Wedding, an alleged drug kingpin and former Canadian Olympic snowboarder. CTV's Judy Trinh has the latest on that.</li>
<li>Is 2025 the most politically-significant year in Canada's history since WWII? Scott takes your calls, texts, and emails!</li>
<li>Who was the MVP of Canadian politics in 2025: Mark Carney or someone else?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring George Soule and Jeff Rutledge.</li>
<li>Canada has unveiled its Men's Hockey roster for the 2026 Olympics. Who is headed to Italy in February? TSN's Matt Cauz has the answers and addresses the criticisms.</li>
</ul>

Saying 'cheers' and 'good riddance' to 2025

Scott Reid guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.

On today's show:
Are the World Cup ticket prices too damn high, and who exactly controls them? We dig deeper with Canadian sports economist Moshe Lander.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Jordan Paquet.
The latest developments on the pursuit for a peaceful resolution in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Your calls, texts, and emails on just about anything!

Scott Reid guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos today.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Are the World Cup ticket prices too damn high, and who exactly controls them? We dig deeper with Canadian sports economist Moshe Lander.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur and Jordan Paquet.</li>
<li>The latest developments on the pursuit for a peaceful resolution in the Russia-Ukraine war.</li>
<li>Your calls, texts, and emails on just about anything!</li>
</ul>

New report warns of possible drawbacks from Canada-Europe defence agreement

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