Jun 15, 2013 | 48:29The House Tkachuk defends his committee's work AudioThe House Tkachuk defends his committee's work Jun 15, 2013 | 48:29This week on The House, Senator David Tkachuk on the Senate expenses scandal. And Shawn Atleo, National Chief of the AFN criticizes Ottawa's approach to First Nations issues, and the Aboriginal Affairs Minister Bernard Valcourt responds.
Jan 12, 2013 | 48:29The House The House - January 12, 2013 AudioThe House The House - January 12, 2013 Jan 12, 2013 | 48:29This week on The House, Evan Solomon dissects the outcome of the meeting between First Nations leaders and the federal government. First, the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations Shawn Atleo discusses what was accomplished at Friday's gathering, then we get the government's view with Greg Rickford, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development. Evan also speaks with Derek Nepinak, Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs to find out why he chose to boycott the meeting. Then, we look at the future of the Idle No More movement with spokesperson Pam Palmater. Then, the CBC's Chris Hall and Terry Milewski help us put all sides in perspective and explain what it all means politically.
Jun 1, 2013 | 48:29The House Senators trade barbs over Duffy affair AudioThe House Senators trade barbs over Duffy affair Jun 1, 2013 | 48:29This week on The House, Conservative Senator Larry Smith and Liberal Senator Jim Munson weigh in on the Senate expenses scandal. Plus, BC's Environment minister Terry Lake explains why BC says no to the Northern Gateway pipeline.
May 18, 2013 | 48:28The House Senators, Wright face new probe demands AudioThe House Senators, Wright face new probe demands May 18, 2013 | 48:28This week on The House, with Senators Wallin and Duffy out of the Conservative caucus, we get reaction from NDP Ethics Critic Charlie Angus. We also hear from Senator Patrick Brazeau. And we speak with B.C. Premier Christy Clark after her stunning victory
Dec 10, 2011 | 12:11The House Digital House (Web extra) AudioThe House Digital House (Web extra) Dec 10, 2011 | 12:11Mark Dance, 23, is a former parliamentary intern. Dance makes the case for a fourth institution of parliament, a sort of "Digital House" where people can come together online and participate in Canadian democracy. Listen to Evan's conversation with one young man you won't soon forget!
Nov 3, 2012 | 48:29The House McGuinty defends his decision to prorogue AudioThe House McGuinty defends his decision to prorogue Nov 3, 2012 | 48:29This week on The House, Evan Solomon previews next week's American election with the current U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Jacobson. Then, former U.S. Ambassador David Wilkins and former Canadian Ambassador to the United States Raymond Chretien join us to outline what's at stake for Canada. Also on the show, Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty joins us to explain his decision to step down and prorogue the legislature, his views on the Harper government's approach to provinces, and whether he really considered running for the leadership of the federal Liberal party. Finally, CBC senior political correspondent Terry Milewski bring us the latest in the case of Conservative cabinet minister Peter Penashue's campaign donations.