The Liberals’ proposed Building Canada Strong Act is facing criticism over changes to environmental reviews and workers’ ability to strike. The program also examines Mark Carney’s comments on preparing for the “extreme tail risk” of U.S. military action, plus British Columbia’s snap election and whether its leaderless Conservative Party can compete seriously.

CCBC News2026-09-28 17:46

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to appear together in Calgary on Monday to discuss Canada’s energy policy. As the trade war with the United States escalates, they will consider how to move Canadian natural resources to market. Smith has made energy central to her agenda, especially expanding oil shipments to British Columbia and onward to Asian markets.

GGlobal News2026-09-28 16:21

Environmental groups are condemning the Liberal government’s sweeping economic bill, warning that the new “Building Canada Strong” act weakens protections to accelerate approvals for major projects. The federal government says safeguards will not be bypassed, and that environmental assessments and legally binding conditions remain in place.

GGlobal News2026-09-27 23:58

Chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton joins commentators from the National Post, the Globe and Mail and CBC News to discuss what Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, could mean for Canadians and how the federal government is responding to criticism from unions and Indigenous groups. They also examine upcoming votes, including an Alberta referendum and provincial elections in Quebec and B.C.

CCBC News2026-09-27 18:37

Chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton speaks with former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. Frank McKenna about Canada-U.S. relations ahead of upcoming American import bans. A business owner also discusses how the measures could affect his bottom line.

CCBC News2026-09-27 18:34

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu addresses concerns about the federal government’s C-39 legislation and its potential impact on Canadians’ right to strike. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak explains why she believes the bill’s expedited review process for national projects could harm Indigenous communities.

CCBC News2026-09-27 18:31

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs were deliberately chosen rather than imposed at random. Duties of 15% to 50% on products including plywood, toilet paper and harvesting machinery were aimed at hurting Republicans in closely contested US midterm races, a strategy that could put pressure on Trump and his party.

CCNN2026-09-27 16:00

The US-Canada trade war intensified this summer, affecting the economy and the US midterm elections. CNN’s John King speaks with voters on both sides of the border and across the political aisle about the tariffs, Trump’s tone and policies, and whether Americans and Canadians can still disagree while remaining friends.

CCNN2026-09-27 13:00

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says Washington sees little urgency to ease trade tensions with Canada despite new tariffs and import restrictions. He says the United States is still receiving needed oil, gas and potash, while Canadian officials maintain that talks with their U.S. counterparts are continuing.

GGlobal News2026-09-25 20:56

U.S. President Donald Trump is seeking to reduce Canada’s control over potash supplies through alternative imports from Belarus, but that move highlights a critical vulnerability in American agriculture. U.S. farmers rely heavily on Saskatchewan’s vast reserves, while depending on Russia’s ally Belarus may prove difficult.

CCBC News2026-09-25 20:45

Follow Question Period in the House of Commons as elected officials debate pressing issues. All questions are directed through the Speaker, with the Leader of the Opposition asking the first questions.

CCBC News2026-09-25 16:10

Business leaders are increasingly warning President Donald Trump that a proposed U.S. diesel export ban could backfire. Despite global shortages and Canada’s own substantial production, Canadian pump prices continue to rise, while a cutoff of U.S. exports could further affect the country.

GGlobal News2026-09-25 02:30

Ottawa city council has unanimously approved renaming Trump Avenue, a contentious street in Canada’s capital bearing the U.S. president’s name. The neighbourhood was originally called Central Park, and its streets were designed more than 20 years ago around a New York theme.

GGlobal News2026-09-23 22:51

Elected officials take part in the House of Commons’ daily Question Period, debating pressing issues. Questions are directed through the Speaker, with the Opposition leader asking the first ones.

CCBC News2026-09-23 20:08

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada’s relationship with the US remains strong despite looming tariff deadlines and trade tensions. She discusses improving Arctic security, the war in Ukraine and Canada’s relationship with China.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-23 19:56

The U.S. president again threatened to buy more potash from Belarus, saying its farmers need lower prices. The United States currently depends on Saskatchewan for about 80 per cent of its agricultural potash, making Canada its biggest customer. Trump said the U.S. would continue working with Canada, while noting Belarus wants to sell at a much lower price.

GGlobal News2026-09-22 23:30

As Canadian unions unite against the federal government’s proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs Leslie Church says the measures “actually support and make stronger” the right to strike.

CCBC News2026-09-22 23:05

U.S. President Donald Trump said during the United Nations General Assembly in New York that the U.S. would continue using Canada as its potash supplier for now, while claiming Belarus could offer potash at a much lower price. Power & Politics asks Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe whether returning to negotiations with the Trump administration is worthwhile.

CCBC News2026-09-22 22:04

Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress, discusses newly introduced federal legislation intended to speed up and provide greater certainty for major infrastructure projects. Labour leaders fear the bill could infringe on workers’ right to strike.

CCBC News2026-09-22 22:00

Elected officials debate pressing issues in the House of Commons during Question Period. Questions are directed through the Speaker, with the Opposition leader asking the first ones.

CCBC News2026-09-22 20:25

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to reporters on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.

RReuters2026-09-22 20:08

Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to meet accredited Canadian media at UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday afternoon. During the 81st UN General Assembly, he is working to deepen Canada’s ties beyond the United States and said last week that Canada “welcomes” the European Union’s proposal to become an “associate member.”

GGlobal News2026-09-22 19:30

While in New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Mark Carney appeared for a media question-and-answer session.

CCBC News2026-09-22 18:31

Prime Minister Mark Carney is introducing tax breaks and seeking private investment in some airports to attract foreign investors. The program also examines a proposed informal meeting with Europe, the rise of short vertical films and Canadians’ growing dislike of data centres.

CCBC News2026-09-22 13:45