John Paul Tasker
Senior reporter in CBC's parliamentary bureau who contributed on-the-ground reporting and analysis from the Conservative convention in Calgary.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 49min
Where do the Conservatives go from here?
Steve Outhouse, Conservative campaign manager, explains plans to soften messaging and broaden appeal. Stephanie Levitz, Globe and Mail senior politics reporter, analyzes the leadership review result and Poilievre’s toned-down speech. John Paul Tasker, CBC parliamentary reporter, reports from the Calgary convention on unity, separatism, and whether the party can win over new voters.
Nov 9, 2025 • 30min
Floor crossing MP speaks out, Super Typhoon hits the Philippines, Quebec Doctors protest, and more
John Paul Tasker, a CBC political reporter, discusses former Conservative MP Chris D'Entremont's dramatic defection to the Liberals and the challenges he faced. Susan Ormiston, an international correspondent, provides insights on COP30 and the controversial offshore drilling near the Amazon. Additionally, Katie Simpson highlights the severe implications of the ongoing U.S. government shutdown on SNAP benefits and food banks. These urgent topics reveal the interconnectedness of politics, climate change, and social issues.
