The Big Story

Violence flares across Jalisco with running gun battles, arson and lockdowns after a cartel leader's death. Tax-filing season kicks off with filing tips and deadline reminders. A high-profile Indo-Pacific trade trip aims to boost ties with India, Australia and Japan. Winter Games performance and medal fallout get reviewed. BAFTA winners and the ripple effects of a U.S. tariff ruling on Canadian firms are discussed.

Dan Kelly, president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business and SME advocate, discusses how renewed US tariffs are reshaping Canadian trade choices. He outlines which sectors face the biggest pain. He talks about small firms absorbing costs, diversifying markets, and what a patchwork CUSMA outcome might look like.

Julie Stevens, Professor of Sports Management at Brock University and former Canada Games advisor, explains the roots of Canada’s Olympic performance. She discusses funding shortfalls, athlete financial struggles, and how system fragmentation and late specialization harm talent development. They compare youth-focused models like Norway’s and debate coordination between community, provincial, and federal supports.

Landon French, President and CEO of Moto Canada, represents the motorcycle and powersports industry. He discusses whether tariffs have hit bikes and parts, how integrated supply chains and tariff uncertainty affect sourcing, and how tourism and insurance shape riding and participation. New trends include adventure/gravel touring, growth in ATVs and side-by-sides, and the rise of electric two-wheel options.

A Supreme Court ruling strikes down Trump's emergency tariffs. Polling shows strong Canadian support for Mark Carney's economic approach. Police activity and legal developments surround Prince Andrew. Bail and extradition questions surface in a high-profile money laundering case. Final-day Olympic drama includes curling medal matches and Canada’s hockey semifinal lineup.

Colin Matthew, vice-president of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation, speaks on impacts to teachers, students and local schools. Richard Southern, Queen's Park reporter for 680 NewsRadio, breaks down provincial powers, Bill 33 and political motives. They discuss alleged financial mismanagement, supervisors running boards, possible land and funding strategies, and effects on local democracy and school services.

A rundown of a high-profile royal arrest tied to long-running abuse files. A lawmaker switches sides and political fallout follows. Coverage of a contentious international peace board meeting. Canada's medal chase at the Winter Games, with key hockey and curling moments. A sharp uptick in pneumonia hospitalizations and what that means for parents.

Ross Linden-Fraser, research lead at the Canadian Climate Institute, breaks down why Canada is off-track on its 2035 and 2050 targets. He discusses industrial carbon pricing's pivotal role. He explains federal-provincial cooperation, tightening credits and loopholes, and the need for broader policies like EVs, heat pumps and clean electricity.

Mike Eppel, Senior Business Editor who analyzes Canada’s real estate and economic trends, breaks down why January home sales fell and how brutal winter weather and weak consumer confidence played a role. He also discusses affordability shifts that could attract spring buyers. Plus a quick roundup of Olympic snowboarding and hockey developments.

David Paterson, Ontario’s Washington representative with auto-sector and cross-border infrastructure experience, unpacks why the Gordie Howe Bridge suddenly landed in Trump’s sights. He explains how Canada financed the project and what might have sparked the Truth Social threat. Discussion touches on lobbyist ties, trade frictions, and diplomatic options Washington-side.