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Israel resumes offensive on Gaza after pause ends
Dec. 1, 2023 - The seven-day Israel-Hamas truce ended on Friday after negotiations collapsed. Israel has resumed its offensive in Gaza. The U.S., meanwhile, is pressing the Israel Defense Forces for a different approach to the next phase of the war. Power & Politics hears from an IDF spokesperson on their plans moving forward. Plus, the Ontario Liberals will learn who their next leader will be this weekend. Queen's Park reporters Sabrina Nanji and Rob Benzie tell us what we can expect.
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Ottawa finalizes $10.4B sole-source contract for new surveillance planes
Nov. 30, 2023 - The federal government will buy up to 16 military surveillance planes in a multi-billion dollar deal with Boeing. Canadian aviation firm Bombardier says it is 'disappointed' in the government's decision not to launch an open competition for the contract. Defence Minister Bill Blair responds. Plus, a U.S. indictment alleges an Indian government official was linked to multiple assassination plots across North America. Prime Minister Trudeau's former foreign policy adviser Roland Paris discusses the implications of the indictment.
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Ottawa reaches $100M deal with Google on Online News Act
Google and the federal government have reached an agreement in their dispute over the Online News Act. The $100 million deal comes three weeks before Bill C-18 is set to come into effect. Google originally threatened to follow in the footsteps of Meta, which blocked news content on Facebook and Instagram in response to the legislation. Power & Politics speaks to Canada's minister of heritage. Plus, a U.S. indictment alleges multiple Indian assassination plans across North America, including three in Canada. We hear from a former director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service.
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Ottawa facing criticism for use of 900 foreign workers at EV battery plant
Nov. 28, 2023 - The federal government is facing heat over the use of up to 900 foreign workers to build a multi-billion-dollar Canadian battery plant. UNIFOR President Lana Payne says the controversy over 'taking Canadian jobs' is overblown. Plus, the Conservative-opposed Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Deal heads for a final vote in the House of Commons. Power & Politics hears from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress
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Alberta premier to invoke Sovereignty Act on federal electricity rules
Nov. 27, 2023 - The Alberta government plans to invoke its Sovereignty Act for the first time to shield the province's power companies from proposed federal clean electricity regulations. Power & Politics hears from Premier Danielle Smith on what drove her to take this step. Plus, Toronto uploads oversight of the Gardiner and Don Valley Parkway highways to Ontario as part of a new billion-dollar funding deal. We hear from Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.
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13 hostages released as four-day truce begins in Israel-Hamas war
Nov. 24, 2023 - The Israel-Hamas war is experiencing a rare and potentially pivotal moment of relief. The first group of hostages has been released in a four-day ceasefire that appears to be holding. In exchange, 39 Palestinian women and children have been freed from Israeli custody. Power & Politics speaks to the organization playing a vital role in the transfer, the International Committee of the Red Cross. Plus, we speak to former U.S. hostage negotiator Dan O'Shea.
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A temporary ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war is set to begin within hours
Nov. 23, 2023 - A fragile deal in the Israel-Hamas war could soon open a window to get some hostages out of Gaza and allow humanitarian aid in. The CBC's Briar Stewart explains how the deal will unfold. Plus, the federal government commits billions more dollars to housing in the Fall Economic Statement. Housing Minister Sean Fraser is here to defend his plan.
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New York officials say explosion at Niagara Falls border not terrorism-related
Nov. 22, 2023 - New York Governor Kathy Hochul says there is no indication the incident at the Niagara Falls border was a terrorist attack. Power & Politics speaks to the CBC's Hillary Johnstone for more details. Plus, Hamas could soon release hostages to Israel after the Netanyahu government agreed to a four-day pause in its assault on Gaza. For more on the status of this hostage deal, we speak to Iddo Moed, Israel's ambassador to Canada.
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Federal government unveils $20.8B in new spending in Fall Economic Update
Nov. 21, 2023 - Ottawa is set to spend $20.8 billion more than expected over the next six years — and post a $40 billion deficit this year. Power & Politics speaks to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. Plus, we hear more reaction from economists and opposition leaders.
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Billions to be announced for housing construction in federal fiscal update: government source
Nov. 20, 2023 - The fall fiscal update will include billions of dollars in loans and direct funding for the construction of affordable houses, a senior government source has told CBC News. Power and Politics speaks to economists Jimmy Jean and Armine Yalnizyan. Plus, we speak to Goldy Hyder, president of the Business Council of Canada, for more on what the business community is watching for.
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Power and Politics November 17, 2023
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Israeli military remains inside Gaza's largest hospital for second day
Nov. 16, 2023 - Communications appear to have collapsed in Gaza as the Israeli military remains in Al Shifa Hospital, where it claims Hamas operates a command centre. Power & Politics hears from an official from the International Committee of the Red Cross. Plus, the minister responsible for SaskEnergy discusses Saskatchewan's new bill to stop collecting carbon tax on natural gas.
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Netanyahu rebuffs Trudeau's call for 'maximum restraint' in Israel-Hamas war
Nov. 15, 2023 - 'It is Hamas not Israel that should be held accountable,' said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a tweet to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday. Power & Politics speaks to a spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces. Plus, no Canadians were on the list to leave Gaza today. Canada's ambassador to Egypt responds to criticism about delays at the Rafah crossing.
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Trudeau urges Israel to 'exercise maximum restraint' in war against Hamas
Nov. 14, 2023 - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the killing of innocent Palestinians 'has to stop' as people stuck in Gaza's Al Shifa hospital reportedly dig a mass grave on hospital grounds to place decomposing bodies. P&P speaks to the World Health Organization and brings you the latest from our reporter on the ground.
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Gaza humanitarian crisis will soon become a 'catastrophe,' UN warns
Nov. 13, 2023 - Fuel, food, and medicine are running dry in Gaza, putting hundreds of patients and thousands of displaced people in danger. Power and Politics speaks to the executive director of Doctors Without Borders Canada for the latest. Plus, is there a "best before" date for Canada's political leaders? We ask polls analyst Eric Grenier.
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Multiple hospitals in northern Gaza reportedly come under Israeli fire
Nov. 10, 2023 - The United Nations says several hundred thousand people remain in northern Gaza, and some are trapped in the hospitals under siege. We get more details from Doctors Without Borders. Plus, is the federal government doing enough to support Canada's veterans? We ask Veterans Affairs Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor.
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Liberals table bill to ban replacement workers in federally regulated workplaces
Nov. 9, 2023 - The federal government has tabled a bill to ban replacement workers in federally regulated sectors. Power and Politics asks Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan what the new legislation means for jobs and economic stability. Plus, we speak with Michael Mostyn, CEO of B'nai Brith, about the rise of antisemitism in Canada.
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G7 foreign ministers call for humanitarian pauses in Israel-Hamas war
Nov. 8, 2023 - U.S. State Department deputy spokesperson Nathan Tek joins Power and Politics for the latest on their call for a humanitarian pause to the Israel-Hamas War. Plus, does Ukraine fear it has become the forgotten war? We ask Ukrainian Ambassador to Canada Yuliya Kovaliv.
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The first group of Canadians exit Gaza through the Rafah crossing
Nov. 7, 2023 - Power and Politics speaks to Iddo Moed, Israel's ambassador to Canada, and Mona Abuarama, chief representative of the Palestinian General Delegation to Canada. Plus, the federal government is making housing deals with cities across Canada but the provinces say the money should go through them. The Power Panel weighs in.
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Rafah border closing delays departure of Canadians from Gaza
Nov. 6, 2023 - More than 400 Canadians and their family members are still stuck in Gaza. We hear from Canada's ambassador to Egypt on why Canadians are still waiting. Plus, Canada's premiers met in Halifax today to call for a carbon tax carve-out for all home heating. We speak to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston.
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Two American hostages released by Hamas, Israel says
Oct. 20, 2023 - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirms Hamas has released two American hostages — mother and daughter Judith and Natalie Raanan. The pair were kidnapped by Hamas during its attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7. Our reporter on the ground has the latest on their release. Plus, 33 MPs are demanding that the prime minister call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. We hear from one of them.
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Israeli defence minister promises ground incursion into Gaza
Oct. 19, 2023 - Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant told forces to "get organized, be ready" for an order to enter the Gaza strip on Thursday. Our reporter on the ground has the latest. Plus, Canada confirms that 41 Canadian diplomats have left India in recent days. A former Canadian ambassador weighs in on growing tensions.
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President Joe Biden visits Israel as Israel-Hamas war rages on
Oct. 18, 2023 - U.S. President Joe Biden made a swift visit to Israel a day after a deadly blast killed hundreds at a Gaza hospital. Biden says Israel is not responsible for the attack. We hear from our reporter on the ground. Plus, a prominent American Middle East analyst weighs in.
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Protests erupt after airstrike on Gaza hospital
Oct. 17, 2023 - At least 500 people were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a Gaza City Hospital, says the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza. Israel denied involvement, saying the Islamic Jihad was to blame. P&P brings you the latest from our reporter on the ground. Plus, we hear from a representative of Doctors Without Borders.
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Affordability crisis on the agenda as MPs return to Ottawa next week
Sept. 15, 2023 - The federal government is confronting the high cost of living by threatening tax measures on grocery store giants and offering loan relief for small businesses. Power and Politics speaks to the Retail Council of Canada and Canadian Federation of Independent Business.
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Federal government to remove GST from construction of new rental apartments
September 14, 2023 - The Liberal caucus retreat wraps up in London, Ont., where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spelled out his government's proposals to address the cost of living. Power and Politics speaks to Innovation, Science and Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne. Plus. an interview with Kevin Lee, CEO of the Canadian Home Builders' Association.
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A highly anticipated housing announcement out of the Liberal caucus retreat
Sept. 13, 2023 - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces $74 million in federal funding to help London, Ont., build 2,000 new homes. We speak with Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Sean Fraser. Plus, a conversation with Ian Bremmer, president of the Eurasia Group, about Kim Jong-un's meeting with Vladimir Putin.
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Spooked Liberal MPs gather for meetings as support for the government slides
September 12, 2023 - The Liberal caucus meets in London, Ontario as polls warn they could lose the next election. Power and Politics talks to Government House Leader Karina Gould for her take. Plus, Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux talks about his analysis of the federal government's five year timeline to earn back electric vehicle subsidies.
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