At Issue

The At Issue panel discusses how the premiers are leading through the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and what all levels of government should make of the latest federal modelling. Plus, the panellists look at how the federal government is managing another global challenge: climate change. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses the prime minister's message to the premiers about rising case numbers. What is the right political strategy for the direction much of the country is heading in? And is it time for a more unified approach? Plus, the panellists look at Canada's reaction to President-Elect Biden and the relationship between Canada and the U.S. moving forward. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses how the federal government is preparing for all outcomes of the U.S. presidential election. What would a Trump or a Biden presidency mean for Canada? Plus, the panellists talk about the government's message on pandemic spending ahead of an expected fall fiscal update. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses the politics behind the latest confidence vote in the House of Commons, and whether the federal government actually wanted to trigger an election. Plus, with the Saskatchewan and B.C. elections just days away, the panellists talk about the risks and benefits of calling an election during a pandemic. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses the federal government's push to develop national standards for long-term care and what this means for federal-provincial relations. Plus, the state of Canada's relationship with China 50 years in. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel unpacks the mixed messages on COVID-19 guidelines ahead of the Thanksgiving weekend, especially from Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Plus, the panellists weigh in on the prime minister's comments about the U.S. election and the new Green Party leader. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses the political challenges of a second wave. Is this recent surge in cases more difficult for governments to manage? Plus, Erin O'Toole returns to Parliament for the first time as leader of the Official Opposition. The panellists look at his party's messaging on COVID-19 testing.

Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel breaks down Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s messaging in the throne speech and his national address that followed. The panel also discusses the opposition parties’ reactions and whether the NDP will prop up the government. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

The At Issue panel discusses how the rise in COVID-19 cases will change the federal government's message in next week's throne speech and what a safe return to Parliament looks like. Plus, the panellists talk about the latest trade spat between Canada and the U.S. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

After a short summer hiatus, the At Issue panel is back for what's shaping up to be a busy fall in politics. This week, the panellists look at how the government and the opposition are positioning themselves ahead of a high-stakes throne speech. Plus, will the WE charity closing its Canadian operations push the controversy with the government forward? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.