- What’s at stake for the Canada-US relationship in 2025?
Monday, January 6th 2025
For generations, Canada and the United States have enjoyed a special relationship. Our cultural, political and economic ties run deep, but they are not immune from destructive forces. Like all relationships, it faces tests and challenges. Any disruptive changes south of the border will have major impacts on Canada and Canadians. So what’s at stake with the incoming Trump administration?
Host David Smith speaks with Matthew Lebo, professor of political science and expert on American politics at Western University, about what’s in store for 2025.
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- Encore: Is Canada at risk of becoming the 51st state?
Saturday, January 4th 2025
It may have been a joke at the Mar-a-Lago dinner with PM Justin Trudeau and President-elect Donald Trump, but the question is out there: is there a risk of Canada becoming the 51st state?
On top of that, what is the future of Canadian-U.S. relations with Trump coming back to office?
Host Cormac Mac Sweeney is speaking with Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne.
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- Breaking down the popularity of Pierre Poilievre
Saturday, January 4th 2025
If a federal election were held today, nearly half of Canadians say they would vote for the Conservative Party of Canada.
Since 2022, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has grown the party’s support to record highs. But he remains a polarizing figure.
What’s behind the strategy that has the Conservatives riding high in the polls?
Host David Smith speaks Chris Day. political communications expert and president of the public affairs firm Winston Wilmont.
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- Trying to get you answers about bail reform
Friday, January 3rd 2025
We've heard these stories time and time again - a crime committed by someone who was out on bail.
Multiple stories have led to a lot of finger pointing about who is responsible for fixing our bail system and renewed calls for bail reform.
On this episode of The Big Story we talk to York Regional Police Superintendent Ryan Hogan and Associate Minister of Auto Theft and Bail Reform Graham McGregor.
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- What will the job market look like in 2025?
Thursday, January 2nd 2025
There could be major changes coming to Canada's labour market in 2025 after a bumpy couple of years.
If you are a job seeker - where you live and which sector you work in will determine your success.
And federal immigration policy is likely to play a big role.
Host Kris McCusker speaks to Indeed's Senior Economist Brendon Bernard about his expectations going forward.
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