Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Thurs. August 7th, 2025

We are in the middle of a trade war with our closest North American neighbour. The economy has exited the COVID era, yet some businesses are surviving on pins and needles. Others have already gone under. And for some employment positions, Artificial Intelligence is lurking in the distance, waiting to take our jobs and hard-earned cash. Do you classify yourself among that crowd? Travis O’Rourke, the President of Calgary-based recruitment firm Hays Canada, says the growing role of A.I. is adding a new layer of complexity to a younger labour market, one that is being shaped by steep budget cuts and immigration-driven competition. He joins Kristy Cameron in Hour 1. Meantime, Kristy’s Summer Hit List has been granted another week-long extension, and just in time for another humid weekend in Canada’s Capital. Joining the show with her list of Summer recommendations is CTV Morning Live show producer and former CFRA contributor Cassie Aylward. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.