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The House

CBC

Politics these days can seem like one big shouting match. Catherine Cullen cuts through the noise. Every Saturday she makes politics make sense, taking you to Parliament Hill and across Canada for in-depth interviews, documentaries, and analysis of the week’s news — from across the political spectrum. Because democracy is a conversation, and we’re here for it.

754 - Keep calm and carry on: How Canada is reacting to the new Trump era
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  • 754 - Keep calm and carry on: How Canada is reacting to the new Trump era

    Donald Trump’s decisive election win has Canadian officials wondering what comes next for the two countries. He’s promised mass deportations, a global tariff and an end to the war in Ukraine — all of which have implications for Canada. So what are the next steps? The House hears from a variety of Canadians who could be affected by a second Trump administration. Then, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland joins the program to discuss the federal government’s approach to Trump’s incoming presidency.


    Plus, after an election campaign rife with claims that Donald Trump is a fascist and voters expressing concern about the state of American democracy, two authors discuss whether the United States can withstand another Trump presidency and if any instability could have an impact on Canadian politics.


    This episode features the voices of: 


    Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime MinisterRob Goodman, author of Not Here: Why American Democracy Is Eroding and How Canada Can Protect ItselfAlasdair Roberts, author of The Adaptable Country: How Canada Can Survive the Twenty-First Century
    Sat, 09 Nov 2024 - 52min
  • 753 - How the U.S. election affects Canada – and some marriages

    It’s an election abroad — with serious impacts for Canada. Millions of Americans will be casting their ballots on Tuesday, sending either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris to the White House. Is one candidate better for Canada than the other? The House talks to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s former top aide to get his insights on what a Trump or Harris presidency will mean for our country. Then, a couple from Pennsylvania who are voting for Trump and Harris share how they get along despite their political differences.


    Plus, a former immigration minister discusses why he thinks Trump’s promise of mass deportation of migrants should be taken ‘very, very seriously’ and how such a move could affect the Canadian border.


    And finally, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has pledged to cut the GST on new homes sold for under $1 million dollars — a promise that he says he’ll keep by cutting other key housing programs. Two housing experts join The House and weigh in on whether this is the right way to tackle Canada’s ongoing housing crisis.


    This episode features the voices of: 


    Gerald Butts, former principal secretary to Justin TrudeauMelissa Muhly, a Harris voterConrad Muhly, a Trump voterJason Kenney, former Conservative immigration ministerCarolyn Whitzman, professor at the University of Toronto’s School of CitiesAndy Yan, director of The City Program at Simon Fraser University
    Sat, 02 Nov 2024 - 51min
  • 752 - Trudeau won’t go. What now?

    That long-awaited Liberal caucus meeting where a group of MPs asked Trudeau to step down as party leader came — and went. In less than 24 hours after hearing their concerns, Trudeau told reporters that he would continue as Liberal leader. So… Now what? And where does this leave the Liberal Party? The House goes behind closed doors and breaks down the tense caucus meeting, then two political strategists talk about what comes next.


    Plus, as the federal government announces a steep cut to immigration over the next three years, minister Marc Miller sits down with The House to explain the major policy change and what message he says it sends to prospective newcomers who want to enter Canada.


    And finally, after a slate of back-to-back-to-back provincial elections in British Columbia, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick, CBC reporters in all three provinces join The House to discuss what federal parties can learn from the results as a national campaign looms.


    This episode features the voices of: 


    Vandana Katter, political strategistFred DeLorey, political strategistAlicia Backman-Beharry, an immigration lawyer with Holthe Immigration LawMarc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of CanadaMeera Bains, CBC NewsJacques Poitras, CBC NewsAdam Hunter, CBC News
    Sat, 26 Oct 2024 - 48min
  • 751 - Trudeau's showdown with the Indian government — and his own caucus

    On Monday, RCMP officials dropped bombshell allegations that Indian government agents are working with mobsters to target Sikhs separatists in Canada — followed quickly by both countries expelling diplomats. The House visits a Sikh temple where a Khalistani activist was gunned down to hear how the community is reacting to this week’s developments. Then the assistant RCMP commissioner explains why the Mounties decided to suddenly go public and responds to India’s fierce denials.


    Plus, CBC’s top political hosts sit down together to discuss a secret plot by some Liberal MPs who want to see Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resign as party leader.


    Then, The House meets up with former cabinet minister and astronaut Marc Garneau at the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum to chat about his long career, Trudeau’s leadership and the growing rift with India.


    And finally, as British Columbians prepare to go to the polls on Saturday in an NDP-Conservative showdown, The House dives into the riding of Richmond-Centre to speak with candidates and find out what issues are motivating voters.


    This episode features the voices of: 


    Gurkeerat Singh, youth leader at the Guru Nanak Sikh GurdwaraBrigitte Gauvin, RCMP Assistant CommissionerDavid Cochrane, host of CBC’s Power and Politics.Rosemary Barton, CBC’s chief political correspondent and host of Rosemary Barton Live.Marc Garneau, former astronaut and cabinet minister.Hon Chan, B.C. Conservative Party candidate for Richmond-Centre.Henry Yao, NDP candidate for Richmond-CentreWendy Yuan, unaffiliated candidate for Richmond-Centre
    Sat, 19 Oct 2024 - 52min
  • 750 - Is Canada’s immigration consensus in jeopardy?

    It’s almost part of Canadian lore that as a nation, across the political spectrum, we recognize the value of immigration. Now, as provinces demand Ottawa curb the number of newcomers, is that consensus breaking down? The House visits an Ottawa shelter to hear how they’re doing their best to keep up with demand as more newcomers turn to them for help. 


    A pollster then details Canadians’ changing attitudes toward immigration. Then, host Catherine Cullen runs through key moments in nine years of Liberal policy decisions.


    Plus, a research chair on the politics of immigration discusses the growing tensions between the federal government and provinces over asylum seekers.


    And finally, two politics reporters explain why the House of Commons has been stuck going in circles over a debate concerning parliamentary privilege and documents related to a now-defunct green technology fund.


    This episode features the voices of: 


    Ashley Potter, frontline services manager at the Ottawa MissionShachi Kurl, president of the Angus Reid InstituteMireille Paquet, Concordia University research chair on the politics of immigrationAaron Wherry, senior writer for CBC PoliticsLaura Osman, politics reporter for The Canadian Press
    Sat, 12 Oct 2024 - 49min
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