At Issue

Rosemary Barton and The National’s At Issue panel bring the political discussion to Halifax, answering questions from Canadians about the biggest issues on the federal campaign trail. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

In this special Canada Votes edition live from Halifax, The National’s At Issue panel breaks down the latest from the federal election campaign trail, including rally stops in Alberta and an appearance by former Conservative prime minister Stephen Harper. Plus, how party leaders are dealing with the media. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: Canada dodges Trump’s latest wave of global tariffs, but with some sectors already reeling, can it be considered a win? How the U.S. president’s moves are shifting the federal election campaign. And controversial candidates get booted off the ballot. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: Federal campaigns are forced to pivot as U.S. President Donald Trump drops new tariff threats. Party leaders defend their political vulnerabilities. And a number of Liberals change their minds about not running again. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: How U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies and threats against Canada have reshaped the election race. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: Mark Carney uses his first week as prime minister to try to strengthen Canada’s ties with Europe. The federal parties gear up for Sunday’s election call. And Poilievre takes Trump’s jabs as a compliment. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Althia Raj and Aaron Wherry.

In a special edition of At Issue: Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils his lean new cabinet but what do his picks reveal about his priorities? Plus, how does Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre adjust his campaign for the Carney era? Rosemary Barton hosts Andrew Coyne, Althia Raj and Aaron Wherry.

At Issue this week: With U.S. President Donald Trump refusing to bend on tariffs, is there any point in Canadian politicians travelling to Washington for further talks? As Mark Carney gets ready to take over as Prime Minister, who will fill his cabinet? Plus, can 24 Sussex Drive be saved? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: Mark Carney handily won the Liberal leadership, how his victory could shape the next government and the looming federal election. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

At Issue this week: Canada and the U.S. trade shots in a bitter trade war, but is Ottawa’s strategy working? Liberal leadership hopefuls gear up for the convention that will decide Canada’s next Prime Minister. And, how will Canadians remember Justin Trudeau? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.