Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Tues. June 30th, 2026

Since the 1867 Canadian Confederation, 24 distinct Prime Ministers have defined our country’s history. Some of them served 69 days, while others lasted 20-plus years. But which of Canada’s fearless leaders was the best? Guest host Chris Holski opens the debate floor with J.D.M. Stewart, the author of ‘The Prime Ministers: Canada’s Leaders’. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.