PrimeTime Politics with Michael Serapio

Former Canadian Ambassador to Israel, Jon Allen talks about the detailed peace plan for Gaza unveiled by the U.S. and Israel today. Jon Hamilton, spokesperson for Canada Post, speaks with CPAC’s Michael Serapio about the ongoing strike with the Canadian Postal Workers’ Union (CUPW) and the measures the federal government announced to help move the crown corporation towards financial stability. Jim...

The United Kingdom's High Commissioner in Canada Robert Tinline talks about Canada-UK relations as Prime Minister Carney's second trip to London gets underway. The bureau chiefs, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail). Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) discuss the rhetoric coming from U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra and what Canada's strategy has been in trade nego...

Janice Charette, Canada's former high commissioner to the United Kingdom, talks about the importance of international trips to the Carney government's agenda. The strategists panel—Susan Smith, Cole Hogan and George Soule—weigh in on the controversy over the Public Safety Minister’s leaked comments on the gun buyback program, how the government is responding, and where the parties stand on Canadia...

Stephen Thomas, manager of clean energy at the David Suzuki Foundation talks about his organization's call for an east to west electricity grid. Anne McLellan and Lisa Raitt grade Mark Carney's list of national projects and progress on economic growth. Former cabinet minister Catherine McKenna promotes her new book Run Like a Girl and discusses the Carney government's actions on climate change so...

The Government of Canada launches a pilot of the buyback program for individuals who own banned assault weapons. But Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree and the program are being criticized following leaked remarks that the minister made calling the effectiveness and intention of the firearms program into question. Justice Minister Sean Fraser outlines his government's new law combatting...

Canada's outgoing UN Ambassador Bob rae discusses the reasons behind Canada's recognition of Palestine. Former Canadian ambassador to Israel Jon Allen, talks about how the situation in the Middle East could be impacted by recognition of Palestine by western democracies. Informed Perspectives’ Shari Graydon spoke with CPAC’s Michael Serapio about Canada falling to 71st place globally for women’s po...

The bureau chief's panel, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) address the first week back of Parliament and the government's proposed bill targeting hate crime. Polls analysts Philippe J. Fournier (338 Canada) and Éric Grenier (The Writ) talk about what the latest poll numbers are saying about Prime Minister Mark Carney and his primary...

Former Canadian ambassador to Mexico Graeme Clark discusses the Prime Minister's visit to Mexico and what it means for the North American trading relationship. The strategists panel, Marci Surkes, Cole Hogan and geprge Soule discuss the government's communications strategy and Pierre Poilievre's return to the House of Commons. Green Party Leader Elizabeth May discusses attempts within her party to...

Conference Board of Canada Chief Economist Pedro Antunes discusses the Bank of Canada's interest rate cut and what it means for the economy. Northwest Territories Premier RJ Simpson talks about what major projects he would like to see pursued in his territory. Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce talks about his province's proposals for nuclear energy expansion.

Liberal strategist Michele Cadario discusses Chrystia Freeland's resignation from cabinet and her legacy in government. Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe talks about his trade mission to China and his discussions with the PM on canola tariffs punishing his province. B.C. Minister for Jobs and Growth Ravi Kahlon talks about the two major projects from B.C. set to be fast-tracked by Ottawa.

Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon joins the show to outline the Liberal government's agenda for the fall session. Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer talks about how his party might collaborate with the government to pass legislation of mutual interest. Journalists Christopher Nardi (National Post) and Mia Rabson (Canadian Press) tee-up what to expect this fall in Ottawa.

Prime Minister Carney continues to enjoy favourable polls. But what does he need to pay attention to in order to maintain these positive opinions? We discuss with polls analysts Eric Grenier & Philippe J. Fournier. Mark Carney has been on the rush to get Bill C-5, commonly known as “One Canadian Economy” bill, through the House of Commons before the weekend, and make it law by Canada Day. However,...

The strategists panel, Susan Smith, Jordan Paquet and George Soule discuss the government's efforts to quickly pass Bill C-5 amid concerns from First Nations and environmental groups. Toronto Star Queen's Park Bureau Chief Robert Benzie talks about Premier Doug Ford's controversial comments about Indigenous people at a press conference yesterday and his subsequent apology today.

Indigenous leaders and communities are raising concerns with Bill C-5’s rapid legislative progression and what they see as a lack of consultation on the One Canadian Economy Act. AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak speaks with Michael Serapio. Former Canadian Ambassador to Israel Jon Allen discusses the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel and the now-postponed UN talks on a two-stat...

Senator and former G7 sherpa Peter Harder talks about the level of success for Canada at the G7 as the summit wraps up today. Lloyd Axworthy, Canada's foreign affairs minister from 1996-2000 discusses Canada's international relationships as the country seeks to strengthen international ties and rely less on the United States.

Former foreign affairs minister Peter MacKay talks about what's at stake for Canada as it hosts the G7 summit today and tomorrow amid global and domestic turmoil. Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan talks about Canada's recent military spending commitments and international ties as the G7 convenes and the NATO summit approaches. Roland Paris professor and former global affairs adviser to P...

Security expert and RMC Professor Christian Leuprecht explains what brought about Israeli strikes on Iran's military and nuclear leadership and how the conflict may play out in the days and weeks to come. The bureau chiefs panel, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) discuss the upcoming G7 summit next week and how the group's agenda has...

Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski discusses federal government efforts to contain fires burning across Western Canada and aid evacuees. The strategists panel, Susan Smith, Cole Hogan and George Soule discuss the Liberal government's defence spending promises as well as the controversy around inviting the Prime Minister of India to the G7.

As the G7 in Kananaskis approaches, former Canadian ambassador to Venezuela Ben Rowswell talks about how the list of invited countries (India, Saudi Arabia) shows that the “stakes” of the global meeting are now higher with the shifting of alliances between liberal democracies. Charlie Angus, former NDP MP, held a news conference at parliament Wednesday morning to give an “indictment” of President...

Auditor General of Canada Karen Hogan breaks down her latest reports into government programs including the F-35 program and issues relating to the ArriveCAN application. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Richard Wagner gives his thoughts on the state of the court and the justice system. Retired Lt.-Gen. Yvan Blondin talks about the state of the F-35 program as the auditor general raises signific...

Conservative Shadow Minister for National Defence James Bezan gives his party's perspective on the government's defence spending plan as well as their desire to see a budget tabled before the summer break. David Perry, President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute provides insight on the government's plan to hit NATO's target of 2% of GDP spending on defence by next March. Pedro Antunes, chie...

Pascal Chan, Vice President, Strategic Policy & Supply Chains at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce provides insight into how business is feeling and will react to the government's "One Canadian Economy" bill. The bureau chiefs panel, Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star), Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) and Mia Rabson (Canadian Press) discuss Mark Carney's bill to bring down trade barriers and streamlin...

Retired general and former chief of defence staff Rick Hillier talks about how Canada might meet NATO's new five per cent of GDP on defence spending target. The strategists panel, Susan Smith, Cole Hogan and George Soule discuss the first ministers' meeting earlier this week and how the PM is handling new tariffs against Canadian industry. Liberal MP Rob Oliphant remembers his former colleague, ca...

Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske talks about her organizations call for the government to do more for workers as the threat of massive tariff-related layoffs loom. Federation of Canadian Municipalities CEO Carole Saab discusses what towns and cities bring to the table in the trade war. Pollster Janet Brown gives insight into where the numbers stand in Alberta when it comes to seperati...

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson speaks about the government's agenda to build-up Canada's energy infrastructure and start projects faster. RMC professor and security expert Christian Leuprecht reacts to the federal government's new border security bill. Michael Serapio speaks with the three territorial premiers at the first ministers' meeting in Saskatoon.