CTV Question Period with Vassy Kapelos Podcast
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Question Period, the national political landmark, comes out with a new episode every Sunday. Recorded in Ottawa with the newsmakers who matter. Hosted by CTV's Vassy Kapelos, the program is a must for political junkies.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #523: The next leader of the NDP is chosen
Micael Johansson, Saab CEO, talks Gripen fighters, surveillance planes and possible Canadian manufacturing. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Ontario finance minister, addresses the provincial budget, rising deficit and fiscal choices. Avi Lewis, journalist-turned-politician, celebrates his NDP leadership win and urges unity. Nick Nanos, veteran pollster, provides polling context. Rachel Aiello reports live from Winnipeg with convention updates.
Mar 22, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #522: What impact will Poilievre’s appearance on the Rogan podcast have on Canadians?
Vassy Kapelos is joined by Conservative campaign manager Steve Outhouse, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, strategists Lisa Raitt, Scott Reid, Tom Mulcair and RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme
Mar 15, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #521: Examining the disruption to oil the war in Iran is causing
Vassy Kapelos is joined by CTV News chief financial correspondent Amanda Lang, Heather Exner-Pirot of The MacDonald-Laurier Institute, strategists Nathan Cullen, Scott Reid, Lisa Raitt, Federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Canada’s new High Commissioner to the U.K. Bill Blair
Mar 15, 2026 • 47min
CTV QP Podcast #520: What's the objective of the war against Iran?
Vassy Kapelos is joined by Former U.S. national security advisor John Bolton, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, strategists Katheen Monk, James Moore, Scott Reid, and Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon,
Mar 2, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #519: One-on-one with Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne
Vassy Kapelos is joined by former Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Tom Lawson, Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, strategists James Moore, Scott Reid, and Kathleen Monk, and Japan’s Ambassador to Canada Kanji Yamanouchi.
Feb 22, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #518: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on the immigration system
Vassy Kapelos is joined by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Michigan U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell, political strategists Tom Mulcair, Scott Reid, Lisa Raitt, pollster Nik Nanos and Business Council of Canada CEO Goldy Hyder.
Feb 15, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #517: Supporting Tumbler Ridge in the wake of a mass shooting
Vassy Kapelos is joined by federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree, former Michigan governor Rick Snyder, Government House Leader Steve MacKinnon, political strategists and reporters.
Feb 9, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #516: How will Ottawa’s new national auto strategy help bring down emissions?
Vassy Kapelos is joined by Canada's outgoing ambassador to the United States, Kirsten Hillman, Canada’s Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin, political strategists, and former national security advisor to Joe Biden, Jake Sullivan.
Jan 26, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #515: PM Carney says Canada isn't seeking a free trade deal with China
Vassy Kapelos is joined by Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew, former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull, political strategists James Moore, Kathleen Monk, Scott Reid, and pollsters Shachi Kurl and David Coletto.
Jan 18, 2026 • 46min
CTV QP Podcast #514: Prime Minister Mark Carney strikes landmark tariff deal with China
Scott Moe, the Premier of Saskatchewan, shares insights from his recent trip to Beijing regarding the new Canada-China trade agreement, highlighting agricultural relief for prairie provinces. Michael Kovrig, a former diplomat who faced over a thousand days of detention in China, offers a gripping reflection on the nuances of the Canada-China relationship and the implications of this tariff deal. Together, they discuss the balance between trade opportunities and security risks, while exploring how these developments could reshape international relations.
