The case for raising the GST

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Does Canada need a major overhaul of its tax system? Evan's guest, Geoffrey Turner, adjunct professor and tax counsel-in-residence at the University of Toronto Law School, argues yes — and one of his proposals might surprise you: raise the GST.

14 Sep 11AM English Canada News Commentary

Should Regina charge for street hospital parking?

Regina is considering expanding paid on-street parking, including areas around the city’s two hospitals. The proposal is still in the early stages, but some city councillors are already pushing back. The city says the paid parking zones would help increase parking turnover. Do you think this is fair?

14 Sep 1PM 17 min

What's on the agenda when Parliament resumes?

We're one week away from Canadian MPs returning to the House of Commons in Ottawa, and there is no shortage of things to discuss with the ongoing trade war with the United States, the Liberal retreat in Banff, Canada's 100-year deal with Ukraine, potential changes to Bill C-69 and more…

14 Sep 12PM 16 min

Canada’s auto industry under pressure

The ongoing Canada-U.S. trade war continues to put pressure on Canada’s auto industry. Uncertainty is raising concerns about costs, jobs and the future of vehicle manufacturing in Canada. We’re joined by Brian Kingston, President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, to explain what the industry is facing.

14 Sep 12PM 13 min

Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations

Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

14 Sep 10AM 35 min

Riders fall flat in the Banjo Bowl

The Roughriders couldn't go 2-0 against the Bombers, falling 19-6 in the Banjo Bowl. The game opened as a defensive battle, with only 13 points scored by halftime. Darrell Davis, Saskatchewan sportswriter and commentator, joins Evan to recap the game.

14 Sep 10AM 15 min