Canada’s relationship with China has been tense for years. Can it be salvaged? And while diplomats are hard at work on that question, another major challenge looms: a potential second Trump term. The House tackles both those issues this week.

Then, freezing cold temperatures have sparked a renewed conversation on how Canada will keep the lights on in the future. We take an in-depth look at what role nuclear energy might play.

Plus — Canada’s political conversation is squarely focused on immigration and housing. Two journalists break down the political implications of this week’s developments.

This episode features:

- Jennifer May, Canada’s ambassador to China

- Rob Goodman, political science professor and author

- Laura Dawson, Executive Director, Future Borders Coalition

- The CBC’s Emma Godmere

- Stephanie Levitz, Toronto Star

- Laura Osman, The Canadian Press