Prime Minister Mark Carney is headed to Washington, as he prepares for his second face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The feds are holding out hope for a tariff relief deal, but will they get one?

On today's show:
CTV Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur outlines everything you need to know about Carney's trip to Washington.
Vassy chats with Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff and NAFTA Negotiations Advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Vassy's conversation with Stephen Fuhr, the Secretary of State for Defense Procurement.
Money Talk with John Klotz: An Ontario woman is on the hook for more than $600K in taxes on her late parents' estate.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.
Vassy tackles the European security landscape with Estonia's Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is headed to Washington, as he prepares for his second face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The feds are holding out hope for a tariff relief deal, but will they get one?
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>CTV Senior Political Correspondent Mike LeCouteur outlines everything you need to know about Carney's trip to Washington.</li>
<li>Vassy chats with Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff and NAFTA Negotiations Advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.</li>
<li>Vassy's conversation with Stephen Fuhr, the Secretary of State for Defense Procurement.</li>
<li>Money Talk with John Klotz: An Ontario woman is on the hook for more than $600K in taxes on her late parents' estate.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.</li>
<li>Vassy tackles the European security landscape with Estonia's Prime Minister.</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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Prime Minister Carney to meet with Trump in D.C. for trade talks

Prime Minister Carney is denying reports that he's considered proroguing Parliament if the Liberals secure a majority government in the upcoming byelections. They are slated to be held on April 13th in Ontario and Quebec. Bob Fife from The Globe And Mail joins us with the inside scoop.

On today's show:
Vassy goes 1-on-1 with newly-named Federal NDP leader Avi Lewis.
Federal Housing Minister Gregor Robertson discusses the government's move to eliminate the HST from all new home sales.
Money Talk with John Klotz: Is the financial system more fragile that it used to be?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Graham Richardson, Laryssa Waller, and Sharan Kaur.
B.C. Deputy Premier Nikki Sharma discusses the province's push for the federal government to do more on A.I. safety.
The life and legacy of Stephen Lewis, a former Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations and the father of NDP leader Avi Lewis.

Prime Minister Carney is denying reports that he's considered proroguing Parliament if the Liberals secure a majority government in the upcoming byelections. They are slated to be held on April 13th in Ontario and Quebec. Bob Fife from The Globe And Mail joins us with the inside scoop.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Vassy goes 1-on-1&nbsp;with newly-named Federal NDP leader Avi Lewis.</li>
<li>Federal Housing Minister Gregor Robertson discusses the government's move to eliminate the HST from all new home sales.</li>
<li>Money Talk with John Klotz: Is the financial system more fragile that it used to be?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Graham Richardson, Laryssa Waller, and Sharan Kaur.</li>
<li>B.C. Deputy Premier Nikki Sharma discusses the province's push for the federal government to do more on A.I. safety.</li>
<li>The life and legacy of Stephen Lewis, a former Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations and the father of NDP leader Avi Lewis.</li>
</ul>

Carney denies he's considering proroguing Parliament

Avi Lewis, a former journalist and activist, has claimed a decisive victory in the Federal NDP's leadership race, securing 52% support on the first ballot. He will now serve as the leader of the Orange Crush, but the end result is generating mixed reviews in the Canadian Prairies. Stephanie Levitz from The Globe And Mail breaks down Lewis' victory.

On today's show:
Vassy chats with Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy about the province's 2026 Budget.
Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Tim Powers, and Tom Mulcair.
Saab CEO Micael Johansson discusses the company's pitch for Canada to buy the Gripen fighter jets over the F-35's.
The CEO of Air Canada is stepping down after facing controversy over his French-language skills.

Avi Lewis, a former journalist and activist, has claimed a decisive victory in the Federal NDP's leadership race, securing 52% support on the first ballot. He will now serve as the leader of the Orange Crush, but the end result is generating mixed reviews in the Canadian Prairies. Stephanie Levitz from The Globe And Mail breaks down Lewis' victory.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Vassy chats with Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy about the province's 2026 Budget.</li>
<li>Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Tim Powers, and Tom Mulcair.</li>
<li>Saab CEO Micael Johansson discusses the company's pitch for Canada to buy the Gripen fighter jets over the F-35's.</li>
<li>The CEO of Air Canada is stepping down after facing controversy over his French-language skills.</li>
</ul>

Avi Lewis is the new leader of Canada's New Democrats

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
Liberal MP Michael Ma is in hot water after he appeared to downplay the issue of forced labour during a Parliamentary Committee.
Canada's New Democrats will be picking a new leader this weekend, as party officials gather in Winnipeg. What direction are the Orange Crush headed, and who is the frontrunner to win the party's top job? We check in with former NDP leader Tom Mulcair.
As the war in Iran heads into Week 5, the global oil market is in a state of shock. But as the days and weeks drag on, how bad could things get? Amanda digs deeper with Heather Exner-Pirot from the MacDonald Laurier Institute.
Fresh off a run to the World Series, and don't ask us how it ended, the Toronto Blue Jays are just hours away from starting a new baseball season! It's also their 50th season of Major League Baseball. TSN's Matt Cauz pays us a visit ahead of tonight's Home Opener against the Athletics.

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 Beyond A Ballot podcast host Rachael Segal and Enterprise Canada vice-president Laura D’Angelo.

Topic 1: Canada's NDP will choose a new leader this weekend. What’s next for the New Democrats?

Topic 2: Canada's affordability debate: Is the Carney government doing enough to help Canadians struggling with the cost of living?

Topic 3: Michael Ma’s recent Parliamentary Committee controversy begs an important question: Does Canada have a China problem?

Topic 4: We have a case of 'Hoodie Gate' in the B.C. Legislature. Don't worry, we'll explain everything.

Topic 5: HBO’s brand-new Harry Potter reboot.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
<ul>
<li>Liberal MP Michael Ma is in hot water after he appeared to downplay the issue of forced labour&nbsp;during a Parliamentary Committee.</li>
<li>Canada's New Democrats will be picking a new leader this weekend, as party officials gather in Winnipeg. What direction are the Orange Crush headed, and who is the frontrunner to win the party's top job? We check in with former NDP leader Tom Mulcair.</li>
<li>As the war in Iran heads into Week 5, the global oil market is in a state of shock. But as the days and weeks drag on, how bad could things get? Amanda digs deeper with Heather Exner-Pirot from the MacDonald Laurier Institute.</li>
<li>Fresh off a run to the World Series, and don't ask us how it ended, the Toronto Blue Jays are just hours away from starting a new baseball season! It's also their 50th season of Major League Baseball. TSN's Matt Cauz pays us a visit ahead of tonight's Home Opener against the Athletics.</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&rsquo;s edition features Beyond A Ballot podcast host Rachael Segal and Enterprise Canada vice-president Laura D&rsquo;Angelo.
Topic 1: Canada's NDP will choose a new leader this weekend. What&rsquo;s next for the New Democrats?
Topic 2: Canada's affordability debate: Is the Carney government doing enough to help Canadians struggling with the cost of living?
Topic 3: Michael Ma&rsquo;s recent Parliamentary Committee controversy begs an important question: Does Canada have a China problem?
Topic 4: We have a case of 'Hoodie Gate' in the B.C. Legislature. Don't worry, we'll explain everything.
Topic 5: HBO&rsquo;s brand-new Harry Potter reboot.

Prime Minister Carney to meet with Trump in D.C. for trade talks

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