Jan. 26, 2024 - The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to take all measures to prevent genocide in Gaza but stopped short of ordering a ceasefire. Power & Politics speaks to Israel's ambassador to Canada, the chief representative of the Palestinian General Delegation to Canada, and the South African high commissioner to Canada. Plus, the Liberals' attempt at a narrative reset ahead of Parliament's return did not go as planned. The Power Panel is here to weigh in.

Liberal caucus remains split over the ICJ ruling on the Israel-Hamas war

Every weekday afternoon, Power &amp; Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panellists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.

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May 23, 2024 - Rachel Gilliland says she was denied a chance to run for CPC nomination in Aurora, Ont. Meanwhile, new revelations suggest the depth of Conservative support.

Another Conservative candidate alleges party interference in nomination process

May 22, 2024 - The son of a man who was accused in the Air India bombing has been officially warned by the RCMP that his life could be under threat, CBC News has learned. CBC's Evan Dyer shares the details of this exclusive story. Plus, a new report paints a dire picture of poverty and hunger in Canada. Power & Politics hears from Food Banks Canada CEO Kristin Beardsley on the 'alarming' levels of food insecurity across the country. The Power Panel weighs in.

RCMP warn son of man acquitted in Air India bombing that his life may be in danger

May 21, 2024 - The Liberal Party of Canada has apologized to Speaker Greg Fergus for using partisan language in an ad for an upcoming event in his riding, which sparked calls for his resignation from the Conservatives and Bloc Quebecois. The CBC's Catherine Cullen takes us through what happened, and a panel of MPs reacts. Plus, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Philadelphia on Tuesday, where he stressed the importance of Canada-U.S. relations ahead of the upcoming U.S election. The CBC's Tom Parry has the latest from Philadelphia. 


Liberal Party apologizes to Speaker for partisan post that sparked calls to resign

May 17, 2024 - Loblaw has agreed to sign the grocery code of conduct after holding out for months. We ask Industry Minister Francois Philippe Champagne what that means for the cost of food. Plus, we ask P.E.I. Chief Public Health Officer Heather Morrison about the province's plan to ban people born after a certain date from smoking.

Loblaw agrees to sign the grocery code of conduct

May 16, 2024 - Will B.C. be the next province to 'unite the right'? Business leaders and political organizers are reportedly encouraging the B.C. Conservative Party and B.C. United to figure out a way to work together. The Power Panel reacts to the merger talks. Plus, thousands of Albertans have been driven from their homes as a wildfire burns outside Fort McMurray. The CBC's Malika Karim brings us the latest from Alberta. 

Liberal caucus remains split over the ICJ ruling on the Israel-Hamas war

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