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Canada’s Liberals have a new leader and our country has a designated Prime Minister. His name is Mark Carney, and he will begin a swift transition into Canada’s biggest seat. In the time that has passed since Justin Trudeau’s resignation, U.S. President Trump has started a trade war with our country, and the tough times are expected to continue in the coming months. Did Sunday’s leadership results change anything about the governing Liberals? Do you trust them as we head into the deepest stage of a challenging year? Kristy Cameron sifts through the textboard and...
March 10, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has put a 25 percent surcharge on U.S.-bound electricity in response to the Trump tariffs. He warned several American states that he would be doing this, and says he will not relent until the U.S. President removes all Canadian-targeted tariffs. This decision impacts roughly 1.5 million homes and businesses across Michigan, Minnesota, and New York. It will cost $400,000 per day to those three states. Marguerite Wells is the Executive Director of the Alliance for Clean Energy New York, which is an advocacy group. She joins Kristy Cameron in Hour 2. And as this...
March 10, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
It was a statement win for Mark Carney on Sunday, who needed only a single round of voting to claim the Liberal leadership race. At the time of this podcast, he is Canada’s designated Prime Minister. Well, at least for now, as an election will happen at some point in 2025. Either he will call one in short order, or one of the opposing parties will use a non-confidence vote to force one. We also have a third option, which is a scheduled date in October. CTV’s Rachel Aiello fills in the blanks. Meantime, Canada’s oldest retailer is in financial trouble, as Hudson’s...
March 10, 2025 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
After yet another crazy-busy news cycle, are you getting ready to unwind with a bucket of popcorn this weekend? Perhaps the best place to do that is at the local cinema, enjoying the latest movie flicks that Hollywood has to offer. If this sounds like you, Matt Demers has got you covered in Hour 4! Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news headlines, right here on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
March 7, 2025 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
As the United States is plotting to launch reciprocal tariffs against countries like Canada, provinces like Ontario are refusing to back down. Premier Doug Ford says his attacks on the American Energy sector will proceed on Monday, and he won’t be withdrawing his measures until America pulls their tariffs off the table. Is this the right approach or is Ford playing with fire? Kristy Cameron sifts through the textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Here at home, the feds have paused the task force that develops guidelines for cancer-screening and other preventative...
March 7, 2025 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Since moving back into the White House, critical minerals have been a key part of Donald Trump’s agenda. It’s no secret that Canada’s rich reserves are very appealing to him. They are being used around the world, and they are essential for all sectors of technology to thrive. From electric motors and electric vehicles, to computers and smartphones, and even modern military equipment, our country fuels various forms of innovation. And without access to this market, America becomes very dependent on China. Kristy Cameron digs deeper with Muralee Murugesu, a UOttawa...
March 7, 2025 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
