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  • As midterms approach, U.S. teases progress on Canada trade deal

    October 26, 2026 · 54 min

    The Canada-U.S. trade war is dominating the final days of the U.S. midterm campaign — and now, the president and other senior U.S. officials are suggesting that progress is being made toward a deal. Power & Politics has the latest details…

  • Weekly Wrap: Trump walks back some tariffs to save a Senate race

    October 24, 2026 · 23 min

    It's been a busy week in Canadian politics. From a referendum in Alberta, to a warning for Canada to stay out of U.S. politics and the B.C. election in its final days, the Weekly Wrap panel is here to recap it all.

  • Reporter Roundtable: The aftermath of Aberta's referendum

    October 23, 2026 · 20 min

    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…

  • Why is the U.S. Embassy accusing Canadian politicians of election meddling?

    October 22, 2026 · 40 min

    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…

  • Smith tells separatists to be pro-Canada or leave her party

    October 21, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

    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…

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  • Albertans choose Canada

    October 20, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

    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 referendum day is here

    October 19, 2026 · 57 min

    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…

  • Weekly Wrap: What will Albertans choose?

    October 17, 2026 · 23 min

    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…

  • Reporter Roundtable: Will Carney's pitch for unity land in Alberta?

    October 16, 2026 · 23 min

    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.

  • Carney touches down in Alberta to make his pitch for unity

    October 15, 2026 · 54 min

    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…

  • 5 days to Alberta's referendum: Get out the vote campaigns are in full swing

    October 14, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

    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…

  • Carney's last push for unity ahead of Alberta's referendum

    October 13, 2026 · 59 min

    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…

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About the show

On Power & Politics, host David Cochrane asks decision-makers the questions that matter – and gets answers. Every weekday, we feature hard-hitting interviews with politicians and leaders, check in with CBC’s top political journalists for updates on breaking stories, and take the time to analyze the latest developments with a cast of regular panelists and critical thinkers. Whether you’re getting caught up on Canadian politics daily or weekly, we’ve got an insider’s view of the continuously-unfolding drama.'