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The West Block with Mercedes Stephenson digs deep into the breaking news and major stories that impact Canadians’ lives. Through in-depth conversations with political, national, and international newsmakers, Stephenson pushes for answers to what’s really going on and why it matters.

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Episode 3 - MPs Return To Ottawa as Missile Threats and Border Restrictions Increase 24.09.2017 25:20

Former prime minister, The Rt. Hon. Paul Martin weighs in on Canada joining the Ballistic Missile Defence program, twelve years after he said no to the system. And, as the government here moves ahead with cannabis legalization, how will this impact the increasing restrictions for those travelling to the U.S.? Then a look at week at the first week back following the summer recess for MPs, who is...

Episode 2 - Cannabis, Ballistic Missiles and Big Tobacco 17.09.2017 24:01

Cannabis is set to become law in Canada July 1st, 2018. Law enforcement officials across the country say that deadline is too tight, will the government delay? Meanwhile defence experts across the country say its time to join the Ballistic Missile Defence program given the latest missile launches from North Korea but opposition remains high. And tobacco giant Philip Morris says it has a new heat...

Episode 1 - Canada U.S. Relations: The Path Forward 13.09.2017 22:44

President Trump says he may end up terminating the NAFTA agreement if he cannot get a good deal with Canada and Mexico. The deadline to reach a new deal is January 1st, 2018 ahead of elections south of the border. Will the three nations be able to reach a deal by then? And given the rhetoric coming from the Trump administration, how is this affecting relations between Canada and Mexico and what...