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Every weekday afternoon, Power & Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panellists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.
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Poilievre subdued in the House day after getting kicked out for 'wacko' comment
May 1, 2024 - After a chaotic question period Tuesday that saw Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre ejected from the chamber, MPs struck a calmer tone Wednesday. What's behind this change of tone in the House of Commons? The Power Panel weighs in. Plus, after years of delays and pushback from environmental groups, the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion into British Columbia is finally complete. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith discusses what this means for her province.
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Poilievre removed from House of Commons for defying Speaker's orders
April 30, 2024 - Speaker Greg Fergus kicked Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre out of question period Tuesday after a particularly nasty exchange with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Government House Leader Steve MacKinnon weighs in. Plus, two legal experts are here to explain what it would mean for a federal leader to enact the notwithstanding clause.
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Ontario tightens rules on cellphone use, bans vaping in schools
April 29, 2024 - Ontario is cracking down on cellphone use in schools to curb distractions. We'll ask Ontario's Minister of Education Stephen Lecce how teachers are supposed to enforce the new rules. Plus, some federal MPs and senators are upset the government didn't warn them that they were hacked by China. We'll talk to Liberal MP John McKay, who says he was targeted.
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Alberta tables new bill to give province more power over municipalities
April 26, 2024 - Alberta wants to give itself more power over cities and towns. We ask Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver why. Plus, The Washington Post’s Aaron Blake walks us through the latest on former President Donald Trump’s legal woes.
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Honda to invest $15B to build 4 new EV plants in Ontario
April 25, 2024 - Canada's race to build electric vehicles shifts into high gear as Honda announces a record $15B investment in the auto sector. Power&Politics asks Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne about his plan to ensure this big bet pays off. Plus, an Ontario MPP is asked to leave the provincial legislature today for wearing a keffiyeh. The Power Panel weighs in.
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What will the United States' $60B aid deal mean for Ukraine?
April 24, 2024 - Power & Politics speaks to Ukraine's ambassador to Canada about whether the $60B aid package is enough to turn the tide of war. Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is drawing some controversy after making a stop at an anti-carbon tax protest in Atlantic Canada. We'll talk about how all this unfolded with the CBC's Karina Roman.