Shows

Spending on defence will create new opportunity in Canada ... But what role does the new defence, security and resilience bank play? Amanda Lang talks it over with Gerry Faustino, partner in defence and industrial products at Deloitte Canada. Then Amanda speaks with Ken Rudisuela, CEO of Salient Energy, one of nine Nova Scotia businesses which received funding under the regional defence investment initiative, which is aimed at reducing Canada's reliance on foreign suppliers.

The latest salvo in Canada’s trade war with the U.S. is an accusation that Canada is failing to block imports that are made with forced labour. Unfortunately, Canada can't say with certainty that it isn’t true. Amanda Lang talks it over with Conor Chell, partner in ESG Law at KPMG Law. Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda discusses the need for Canada to have an effective policy for AI data centres and ‘compute power’.

The recent fiscal update included a smaller than expected deficit - but much of the money was plowed into new spending. Amanda Lang speaks with Canada's Minister of Finance, Francois-Philippe Champagne, and asks him whether the government should be more concerned about getting to balance.

After catching you up on some of the big stories of the week, Amanda Lang discusses that state of Canada’s retail sector with Mark Ryski, CEO of HeadCount.

East coast university St. Francis Xavier will soon offer generous scholarships funded with a $20 million gift from Frank McKenna - former New Brunswick premier, and Canada's former ambassador to the U.S.. Amanda Lang speaks with McKenna, beginning by asking him what advice he would give young people starting their schooling or careers now.  Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda examines the issues raised by possible infrastructure privatization by the federal government.

Mayor of Peterborough Jeff Leal shares how his city is responding to flooding in the community and how it's affecting businesses in the region.

After catching you up on the week’s top business stories, Amanda Lang discusses the 'blind spots' many Canadians have with their financial situation with Grant Bazian, President of MNP Ltd.

Amanda Lang takes a ‘by the numbers’ look at the liquified natural gas (LNG) sector in Canada … then discusses whether we on track to deliver on rising demand with Shannon Joseph, Chair of Energy for a Secure Future. Amanda then examines whether Canada's LNG activity may actually slow our progress in meeting climate goals with Steven Haig, Policy Advisor for the International Institute for Sustainable Development.

Live Nation - and its subsidiary Ticketmaster - are facing legal accusations of monopoly in a Manhattan courtroom. Despite an 11th hour settlement with the Feds, dozens of state attorneys general are continuing with their claims. Meanwhile in Ontario, an effort to cap the resale price of tickets is being applauded by Live Nation - but few others. Amanda Lang discusses the issues with Brian Berry, Executive Director of Ticket Policy Forum. Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda looks at whether Canada’s population decline poses a problem for our economy.

TSN's Matt Cauz on the excitement surrounding the Jays on Opening Day, compared to previous years, and his projections for the team's new roster additions.

High oil prices are a reminder of how reliant we are on fossil fuels. But Canada's move to a cleaner energy profile can be a competitive advantage - if we don't squander the opportunity. Amanda Lang talks it over with Kevin Thomas, the CEO of SHARE. Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda looks at what the U.S. deal for TikTok says about the integrity of the country’s economic and political system.

When it comes to food costs, one hidden burden is red tape - with a growing burden of regulations that add up - ultimately at the till. Amanda finds out more with Pierre Petelle, CEO of CropLife Canada. Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda examines whether boosting incomes might be the answer to blunt the impact of food inflation.

Amanda Lang tells you what you need to know about the week in business news, then discusses how Canadians have dealt with higher rates as they renewed their mortgages with Tania Bourassa-Ochoa, Deputy Chief Economist at CMHC.

Amanda Lang takes a ‘by the numbers’ look at the federal government’s new auto strategy  … then talks it over with Brian Kingston, President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association. Meanwhile, Windsor Ontario is considered the automotive capital of Canada. Amanda discusses the present and future of the area’s automotive industry with Drew Dilkens, the Mayor of Windsor, Ontario.

There are some green shoots when it comes to self-employment in Canada … and turning those one-person operations into ones that have employees represents huge growth potential for Canada. Amanda discusses with Pierre Cléroux, Chief Economist at BDC. Then in her Takeaway segment, Amanda examines the case against the world's biggest social media companies – and whether they really are putting our children at risk.