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Albertans reached a decisive result to remain in Canada, but is there agreement on immigration? Plus, ahead of the midterms, the U.S. administration doubles down on its claim that Canada is interfering in its elections. The Reporter Roundtable joins Power & Politics to break down a busy week.

Industry Minister Mélanie Joly gives Stelco 15 days to reverse layoffs or face legal action. Albertans reject separation, but can they find consensus on immigration? Plus, as the midterms approach, the U.S. doubles down on its claim that Canada is interfering in its elections. Power & Politics speaks with Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy and Canadian Steel Producers Association president and CEO Blair Dickerson and the Power Panel weighs in.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her United Conservative Party is not an independence party and not going to become one, delivering a public message to separatists to leave the United Conservatives. Power & Politics hears from Smith on how she plans to enforce that rule — and what's next for her party. Plus, the federal government and Ontario announce a nearly $9-billion partnership to support the steel, auto and critical mineral sectors. Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, weighs in on what Wednesday's tariff supports will do for Ontario's auto sector.

More than 75% of Albertans choose to remain in Canada. Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc says this is a 'decisive' victory for Canada, but what does this mean for Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's mandate going forward? Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi weighs in.

Polls are open in the Alberta referendum. As voters cast their ballots, the province and the rest of Canada are also mourning a tragedy at CFB Wainwright. Power & Politics hears from Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan and stakeholders from either side of the referendum vote. Plus, a special appearance from the Weekly Wrap panel. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre are among those in Alberta this week making the case for a united country, ahead of Alberta's referendum on independence. Will their message land, just days ahead of the vote? The Weekly Wrap dives in.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is Alberta making the case for a united Canada, campaigning against the province triggering a vote on separation. The Reporter Roundtable lays out the stakes as the referendum countdown enters the final days. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Calgary, making the case for a united Canada just four days until Albertans vote on whether they want to separate from the country. Power & Politics has the latest from our reporters on the ground. Plus, the federal government says everything is on the table as it considers legal action against Stelco steel layoffs. P&P hears from the union representing Stelco's workers on what action they'd like to see from Ottawa.

Get out the vote campaigns are in full swing in Alberta with just five days until the province's referendum on separation. Power & Politics hears from Forever Canadian founder and former Alberta deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk. Plus, a right-hand man for former British prime minister David Cameron talks about what lessons Canada should take from Brexit. The Power Panel weighs in.

Advance voting begins for Alberta's Oct. 19 referendum, with the question of separation on the ballot. That's as Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Alberta this week pushing for a united Canada. Power & Politics hears from a pollster on how Albertans are feeling heading into that vote. Government House leader Steven MacKinnon joins P&P to talk foreign interference threats in Canada's elections. Plus, Stelco's U.S. owner could face legal action from the federal government for planned layoffs at its Hamilton plant. NDP Leader Avi Lewis makes his case for Ottawa to nationalize the steelmaker.

Premier Danielle Smith wants to “vote and move on” but is that even possible? For separatists like Mitch Sylvestre, this referendum on Alberta’s future might not be the end. With an unprecedented number of mail-in ballots requested, Sylvestre says he has cause to be suspicious if his side doesn’t get at least 40 per cent support. Host Kathleen Petty and CBC senior reporter Julia Wong look at the stakes and what could come after the vote.

Plus, conservative strategist Michael Solberg and political science professor Clark Banack weigh in on the trouble brewing for Smit...

Elon Musk says he thinks it's a good idea for Alberta, Quebec and Saskatchewan to separate. The Weekly Wrap panel discusses the tech giant's taunt and what it means for Alberta's referendum, just 10 days away.

A recently elected separatist government in Quebec has handed Prime Minister Mark Carney a new challenge, just as a separation referendum in Alberta approaches. The Reporter Roundtable talks about the government’s response to these threats to Canadian unity.

With the Alberta referendum just over 10 days away, Power & Politics asks Intergovernmental Relations Minister Dominic LeBlanc about Canada's readiness to deal with this threat. And, are Canada's climate targets changing? Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin says the federal government is 'stepping up,' despite a new report that says otherwise. 

The federal government is suspending its plan to expand medical assistance in dying to people with mental illness. Two members of the Special Joint Committee on MAID weigh in on this deeply divisive issue. Plus, former Parti Québécois leader Jean-François Lisée joins Power & Politics to discuss the party's election success and how it will approach its relationship with the federal government. 

A major shakeup in Quebec — the pro-independence Parti Québécois is elected to form a minority government. What does it mean for the province, and what does it mean for the federal government's national unity agenda? Our panel of Quebec insiders weighs in. Plus, a disturbing development in the Tumbler Ridge tragedy. Police say a U.S. resident gave the shooter advice and money, and agreed to livestream the attack. Local MP Bob Zimmer tells Power & Politics he's shocked by the arrest, which 'brings up bad memories again' for the people in his community. 

All eyes are on the Quebec election, where the pro-independence Parti Québécois is poised for a victory tonight. Plus, the separatist movement in Alberta may be getting some help from the U.S — an investigation from the Globe and Mail finds separatists have met with Republican operatives. P&P hears from one of the reporters who uncovered that story. The Power Panel weighs in.

As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith hopes the recent 'national interest' designation of her proposed pipeline helps quell some separatist sentiments, Quebec is headed for an election on Monday that could elect a separatist party to power. The Weekly Wrap digs in.

After promising to make big moves on big projects, Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially designated the first project of national interest — a new Alberta oil pipeline. Will this cool separatist sentiment in Alberta? The Reporter Roundtable digs in. 

Alberta's proposed pipeline to the West Coast becomes the first project to be designated in the national interest by the federal government, but it still lacks a private proponent. As of now, a majority of the pipeline will be publicly owned — with more potential private investment to come. Power & Politics hears from Energy Minister Tim Hodgson and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The Power Panel weighs in.

As Canada marks the 6th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty joins Power & Politics to discuss the government's efforts to right historic wrongs. This comes on the eve of an expected announcement designating a new Alberta pipeline as a project of national interest. The Power Panel discusses the political significance of this step. 

LNG Canada says its multibillion-dollar Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, B.C., is going forward, in a move that could double Canadian exports of liquefied natural gas. Power & Politics hears from Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Corey Hogan and the Power Panel weighs in. Plus, Calgary Chamber of Commerce CEO Deborah Yedlin warns P&P about the potential cost of Alberta's separation. 

U.S. President Donald Trump's ban on several Canadian products kicks in Tuesday at 12:01 am ET — the latest escalation in the trade war. Power & Politics hears from an impacted business and international trade lawyer William Pellerin. Plus, the latest polling has Prime Minister Mark Carney's approval rating at an all-time high. Pollsters David Coletto and Éric Grenier dig into the numbers and the Power Panel weighs in.

As the federal Liberals face blowback on a new bill, B.C. prepares for a snap election after Premier David Eby called it two years ahead of schedule. Alberta's separation referendum is just three weeks away, as a new poll suggests support for leaving Canada is slipping. The Weekly Wrap Panel breaks down what's at stake with these consequential votes.

Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico who were barred from the White House are back, after a judge blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's media ban. Where does this leave the feud between Trump and the press who cover him? The Reporter Roundtable is here to dig in.

AI leaders are taking their warnings to the UN stage, cautioning that the technology could one day slip beyond human control. Federal Minister of Artificial Intelligence Evan Solomon says Canada takes these warnings 'incredibly seriously.' Plus, Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. The two powers are setting out to find some common ground on the issues dividing them — and the outcome has implications for Canada, says Vina Nadjibulla, co-founder and CEO of the Centre for Strategic Statecraft.

The federal government is taking steps to extend its powers to push through major projects. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources Corey Hogan joins Power & Politics to explain the government's move. Plus, former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci gives his take on Canada-U.S. trade in an exclusive Canadian interview.

 B.C. Premier David Eby calls a snap election for Oct. 24 — two years early. It comes days after the B.C. Conservative caucus forced out its party leader following a major implosion within the caucus. CBC's Katie DeRosa has the latest, and our B.C. reporter panel breaks it all down. Plus, Power & Politics hears from Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs Leslie Church, as Canada's unions unite against the federal government's proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code, which they say would impede workers' right to strike. The Power Panel weighs in.

As the House of Commons returns for its fall sitting, the Liberal government tables major legislation, which would fast-track the review process for major projects and make changes to the Canada Labour Code. Power & Politics hears from government House leader Steven MacKinnon, and Conservative, Bloc and NDP leaders weigh in on their concerns about the new bill. The Power Panel breaks it all down.

 A who's who of global investors brought their deep pockets to Toronto this week, as Prime Minister Mark Carney sought to convince them to spend their money in Canada. Then, the prime minister addressed the European Parliament in France, making the case to deepen economic ties — all as Parliament is set to reconvene for its fall sitting next week. The Weekly Wrap Panel breaks it all down.

Prime Minister Mark Carney spent the week seeking foreign capital at the first-of-its-kind Canada Investment Summit, before heading to Europe to court foreign capitals by delivering a speech at the European Parliament. The Reporter Roundtable unpacks the week leading up to the return of Parliament. 

As Canada moves toward what it calls a 'historic' partnership with the European Union, Power & Politics hears from Canada's incoming ambassador to the EU Jonathan Wilkinson on what this alliance could actually look like. Plus, Conservative foreign affairs critic Eric Duncan shares his party's concerns about deepening those ties and the Power Panel weighs in. 

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen invites Canada to work toward becoming the first-ever associate member of the European Union, as Canada signals it's not willing to give up sovereignty for that title — rather looking for a 'unique alliance' with the economic bloc. Power & Politics hears from former Canadian ambassador and special envoy to the EU Stéphane Dion on where the Canada-EU relationship goes from here. Plus, a new report reveals the potential cost of Alberta separating from Canada. Alberta Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi weighs in.

Former prime minister Stephen Harper delivers the closing address at Canada's first-of-its-kind investment summit, saying it's 'sad,' but 'equally necessary' that Canada move away from its reliance on the U.S. to maintain sovereignty. Plus, Power & Politics hears from Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne on Canada's plan to open up its major airports to private investment. A former finance minister and the Power Panel weigh in.

Canada's first-of-its-kind investment summit kicks off in Toronto, where some of the world's wealthiest investors — who the government says oversee over $100 trillion in capital — are looking at opportunities to invest in Canadian projects. Power & Politics hears from the CEO of a company looking to invest. Plus, Conservative industry critic Adam Chambers on his party's concerns about Canada's ability to meet the moment and the Power Panel weighs in.

 Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada has a plan to weather the trade war with the U.S. as he convenes his cabinet to discuss next steps. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump took his own steps to escalate the dispute, saying Canada is ‘dying’ to make a deal. With both leaders talking, can those conversations lead back to the negotiating table? The Weekly Wrap panel unpacks this week in Canadian politics.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has convened his cabinet ministers to plot Canada's next steps in the escalating trade war. What will the government decide to do to offset the impact of the latest U.S. trade actions? The Reporter Roundtable is back from summer break with their takes. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is always ready to sit down for formal negotiations with the U.S. and believes a 'mutually beneficial deal' is still possible for both sides. But as Canada considers its next steps, New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt lays out further measures to protect her province. Plus, the Power Panel debates how best to respond to the trade war.  

U.S. President Donald Trump is striking back against Canada's counter-tariffs — banning the import of most Canadian booze, motorcycles and some dairy products while slapping tariffs on even more Canadian goods. Power & Politics speaks to U.S. Democratic Sen. Peter Welch about how the trade war is being received south of the border. Plus, international trade lawyer William Pellerin breaks down what's at stake if Canada strikes back again.

As the trade war escalates and Canada's retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. take effect, Prime Minister Mark Carney warns it won't be easy. Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman weighs in on the moment and what it could take to get talks back on track. Plus, reaction from Conservative House leader Andrew Scheer and NDP Leader Avi Lewis.