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PrimeTime Politics is a comprehensive round-up of the day in Canadian politics, from breaking stories to developments on longstanding issues. Key moments, feature interviews, panels, in-depth analysis and more. It’s the day in half an hour. Michael Serapio is a renowned television anchor and reporter, whose broadcasting career has spanned more than two decades of covering some of the most challenging news stories in real time. In addition to being the face of CPAC's live programming, he hosts the channel's nightly political round-up, PrimeTime Politics, and is the first Filipino-Canadian male to anchor a national newscast in Canada. In 2023, Michael was recognized with a Canadian Screen Award for his work anchoring a breaking news special on the Ottawa occupation in February 2022. Prior to joining CPAC in 2022, Michael spent 12 years as a host and anchor with CBC News Network. Before that, he was a reporter with CTV British Columbia and CityNews Toronto.

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The PM Addresses the Country on Trade – April 20, 2026

2026/04/21

Political strategists Stevie O'Brien (Liberal) and Jordan Paquet (Conservative) discuss the communications strategy behind Prime Minister Carney's video remarks to Canadians on Sunday, which addressed where Canada is at with U.S. trade negotiations and laid out his vision for the country's economy. Canada's former ambassador to the UN Bob Rae delves into the foreign policy implications of the prime minister's video and for the Canada-U.S. relationship. Independent Senator Hassan Yussuff speaks about his bill aiming to recognize the service of Canadian veterans who served in the Persian Gulf and the Afghanistan conflicts.

Poilievre on Offense – April 17, 2026

2026/04/18

The bureau chiefs panel, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (La Presse) discuss where Pierre Poilievre’s changing rhetoric and what it signals about his leadership of the party. Michael Serapio sits down with members of the European Parliament Cynthia Ní Mhurchú (Ireland) and Andreas Glück (Germany). They discuss how Canada is becoming one of the EUs most important trading partners and the future of EU-Canada relations.

Poilievre Takes Aim at the PM – April 16, 2026

2026/04/17

On the strategists’ panel, Susan Smith (Liberal), Cole Hogan (Conservative) and George Soule (NDP) discuss Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s Canadian Club speech, floor crossings and Poilievre’s future strategy as party leader. Polls analyst and the writer behind The Writ Éric Grenier, looks at how the Conservatives performed in recent byelections and what the results may signal for the party’s future.

New Faces on the Hill – April 15, 2026

2026/04/16

Federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis discusses his new leadership, the Liberal majority government and floor crossings. He also addresses surveillance pricing, explaining why he believes it should be banned. CPAC's Andrew Thomson talks about how prominent Conservative MPs are still backing leader Pierre Poilievre. Former Canadian ambassador to the European Union Jeremy Kinsman discusses Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s visit to Ottawa and the strategic importance of the growing relationship between Canada and the Nordic countries.

The Liberals Secure a Majority Government - April 14, 2026

2026/04/14

MP Rachel Bendayan, the parliamentary secretary to the prime minister comes on the show to discuss the gas tax cut and the three by-election wins that have given the Liberals a majority government. Political strategists Laura Pennell and Jordan Paquet discuss what the Liberal majority will mean for the Conservatives and the government. Janice Stein, the founder of the Munk School of Global Affairs talks about what the U.S. is trying to accomplish with its naval blockade in the Persian Gulf as it negotiates with Iran.

A Majority Government Within Reach for the Liberals – April 13, 2026

2026/04/14

Polls analyst and the writer behind The Writ Éric Grenier and Quebec correspondent for The Logic Martin Patriquin break down the by-election tonight in Terrebonne and what we might expect to see out of the Montreal-area riding. Michele Cadario, a liberal strategist and former deputy chief of staff to prime minister Paul Martin discusses what the Liberals could do in Parliament if they win a majority. Current and former Liberal MPs discuss the importance of the by-elections tonight for their party from the Liberal convention in Montreal.

Canada Finally Hits NATO 2% Target – March 26, 2026

2026/03/27

Former NATO assistant secretary general for defence investment Wendy Gilmour reacts to Canada hitting the two per cent military spending target and discusses what this might mean for the future of the Canadian Armed Forces. On the strategists’ panel, Marci Surkes (Liberal), Cole Hogan (Conservative) and George Soule (NDP) discuss the NDP’s polling numbers and the party’s upcoming leadership convention. Michael Serapio speaks with former Liberal deputy prime minister Anne McLellan and former Conservative cabinet minister Lisa Raitt. As co-chairs of the Coalition for a Better Future, they break down the group’s annual scorecard and discuss Canada’s economic development and trade relations.

Air Canada CEO in Hot Water – March 25, 2026

2026/03/26

The bureau chiefs panel, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (La Presse) discuss Pierre Poilievre’s appearance on Joe Rogan, and what it signals about his strategy, and how he may appeal to a broader audience. Renowned environmentalist and legendary television broadcaster David Suzuki joins the show a day after he turned 90 to talk about his meeting with the prime minister and to share his views on the debate around protecting the environment versus economic development happening in Canada right now.

Conservatives Pitch Their Auto Rescue Plan – March 24, 2026

2026/03/25

Conservative Labour Critic Kyle Seeback joins to outline his party's plan to boost Canada’s auto manufacturing sector and secure tariff-free access for Canadian car exports. Washington bureau chief at The Christian Science Monitor, Linda Feldmann, and NOTUS senior editor and investigative reporter Dave Levinthal discuss how Americans are feeling about the war in Iran and examine whether the conflict could fracture the president's political base. Professor of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa, Geneviève Tellier, discusses the Supreme Court challenge to Quebec's Bill 21 and the arguments for and against the secularism law. CPAC reporter Rémi Authier explains the latest developments in the hearings at the Supreme Court of Canada on Quebec's Bill 21.

Air Canada Tragedy – March 23, 2026

2026/03/24

Auditor General Karen Hogan joins the show to break down her the latest report, highlighting key concerns around international students and compliance with study permits, the need to modernize federal pay system, and challenges with RCMP recruitment. Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr answers questions about recent defense procurement announcements on space, arms and munitions and the latest of the F-35 review. CPAC reporter Rémi Authier dives into the case before the Supreme Court of Canada challenging Quebec's bill-21 secularism law.

Arctic Security at Home and Abroad – March 13, 2026

2026/03/14

Former NATO assistant secretary general for defence investment Wendy Gilmour discusses the Prime Ministers visit to Norway to observe NATO drills in the Arctic and Canada’s investment in Arctic defence. She also reacts to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to remove sanctions on Russian oil. Northwest Territories Premier RJ Simpson discusses the prime minister's investment in the north, and how the projects will affect, security and infrastructure in the province. The bureau chiefs panel, Robert Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (La Presse) discuss the Prime Ministers shifting position on the war in Iran.

March 12, 2026

2026/03/13

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree joins the show to defend the government's new bill on lawful access, which would give increased powers to law enforcement to demand digital evidence. The strategists' panel, Susan Smith and Cole Hogan discuss and debate floor crossing of NDP MP Lori Idlout and what it means for the balance of power in Ottawa. NDP leadership candidate Rob Ashton shares his vision for the party as voting for the next federal NDP leader gets underway.

Liberals Two Seats from Majority After Another Floor Crossing – March 11, 2026

2026/03/12

Former NDP national president Anne McGrath joins the show to discuss the impact of Nunavut MP Lori Idlout leaving the NDP to join the Liberal caucus. Secretary of State for Combatting Crime Ruby Sahota talks about the government's efforts to strengthen security at Synagogues amid several targeted shootings in the GTA. NDP leadership candidate Avi Lewis talks about his vision for the party and the country as NDP members begin voting for their next leader.

Canada's Stance on the War in Iran – March 10, 2026

2026/03/11

Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar talks about the Conservative Party's support for strikes on Iran and their call for the government to expel Iranian regime officials reportedly living in Canada. NDP foreign affairs critic Alexandre Boulerice explains his party's position on the war in Iran and their disappointment with the prime minister's response. Lawyer and human rights activist Kaveh Shahrooz discusses the situation in Iran right now and examines Canada's positioning on the conflict. Dan Arnold, chief strategy officer at Pollara Strategic Insights, joins us to talk about strong polling numbers for the Liberals in Alberta and discusses some ridings that could be in play for them.

Wartime Positioning – March 9, 2026

2026/03/10

Former foreign affairs minister Lloyd Axworthy talks about his criticism of the Canada's position on the war in Iran and what he thinks Canada should be doing as the conflict rages on. Journalists Steven Chase (Globe and Mail) and Stephanie Taylor (National Post) discuss what was accomplished on the prime minister's indo-pacific trip last week and how the war in Iran partially overshadowed the mission.