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Charles Milliard vows to focus on cost of living, health care if elected leader of Quebec Liberals
Charles Milliard recently announced he will run for leader of the embattled Quebec Liberals for a second time. He joined Montreal Now's Aaron Rand to discuss his priorities and vision for the future of the party and the province. Among other topics, he addresses health care, cost of living, immigration, identity and sovereignty. Watch the interview here.
Today in Politics: Freeland Intends to Resign, Chaos in Venezuela, and Charles Milliard will Run for Leader of Liberals
Scott Reid, CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to Prime Minister Paul Martin joins Aaron Rand
Mennie: A Quebec Liberal Coronation May Not Be Inevitable
James Mennie, Reporter, Columnist and Editor at the Montreal Gazette, joins Aaron Rand
What Happens Next After Chrystia Freeland States Intent to Step Down?
Annie Bergeron-Oliver, CTV News Ottawa Correspondent joins Aaron Rand to discuss Freeland's intention to step down.
How will the Arrest of Nicolás Maduro Change the Dynamic Between the US and Latin America?
Jacob Blanc, Associate Professor, Department of History and Classical Studies and Institute for the Study of International Development, joins Aaron Rand to talk about the current situation in Venezuela.
Heurtel: The Freeland resignation was fumbled
Political analyst David Heurtel is a counsel at Fasken with experience in Government and Public Relations, Environment, Climate Change and Immigration. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Montreal-based Columbian shares her concerns after Venezuela attack
Daniela Cifuentes Larrota, Columbian-Montrealer is completing a Masters in Public Policy at Concordia University Image: Elizabeth Williams via AP
Mennie: Trump did a smash and grab on Venezuela
James Mennie, Reporter, Columnist and Editor at the Montreal Gazette joined Sue Smith on Montreal Now.
How will the U.S. raid on Venezuela impact talks of peace in the Ukraine?
Roger Hilton, former Montrealer working as a non-resident fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute in Vienna. Image: Elizabeth Williams via AP
Is It To Late for the CAQ to Make Changes and Stand a Chance in Quebec's Upcoming Election?
Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies joins Robyn Flynn, in for Aaron Rand.
Mennie: Why All Political Bets are Off for 2026
James Mennie, Reporter, Columnist and Editor at the Montreal Gazette joins Robyn Flynn, in for Aaron Rand.
How To Approach Paying Off Your Holiday Debt
Charles-Antoine Gobeil, Individual Licensed Insolvency Trustee joins Robyn Flynn, in for Aaron Rand, to discuss how to approach paying off your holiday debt.
Mennie: Will Quebec’s Political Conversation Suddenly Become Far Less Predictable?
James Mennie, Reporter, Columnist and Editor at the Montreal Gazette talks with Robyn Flynn, sitting in for Aaron Rand.
What to Expect When Tech's Biggest Conference Starts on January 4
Carmi Levy, CTV’s Tech analyst, joins Robyn Flynn, sitting in for Aaron Rand, to discuss the outlook for the world of Technology going into 2026.
A New Children's Book Tells a Deeply Personal Story about the Sixties Scoop
Na’kuset, Director of the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal and Co-Founder of Resilience Montreal, tells her story and talks about her new book, I Am My Name. Robyn Flynn sits in for Aaron Rand.
Mennie: Are Quebec's Politicians Addressing the Real Problems?
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Tom Whelan, in for Aaron Rand.
Renters Rights: Eviction Notices Coming Soon for 2026 and What to do Next
Shannon Franssen, interim coordinator, RCLALQ (The Coalition of Housing Committees and Tenant Associations of Quebec), talks about renters rights. Tom Whelan sits in for Aaron Rand
Canada's Olympic Hockey Roster: Who Made It, and Who Did Not
Mitch Gallo from TSN 690 is in studio to talk about Canada's final Olympic Hockey Roster. Tom Whelan sits in for Aaron Rand.
François Legault is Sticking Around, and Who Will The Quebec Liberals Pick to Lead the Party?
Raphaël Melançon, a Political Analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, Columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and President and Founder of Trafalgar Strategies, is In Studio with Tom Whelan, sitting in for Aaron Rand.
The Science Behind Sleep Disruptions, and How to Sleep Better
Thien Thanh Dang Vu is a Professor & Concordia University Research Chair in Sleep, Neuroimaging and Cognitive Health, Centre for Studies in Behavioral Neurobiology
Mennie: Canada's New Liberalism
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Tom Whelan, in for Aaron Rand.
Montreal Emergency Rooms and Hospitals are Operating Over Max Capacity
Dr. Chris Labos, Cardiologist with a Degree in Epidemiology. Tom Whelan sits in for Aaron Rand.
Heurtel: The End of the Year... And Beginning. A Political View for Canada going into 2026
Political analyst David Heurtel is a counsel at Fasken with experience in Government and Public Relations, Environment, Climate Change and Immigration. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Mennie: Bad News in This Year’s Political Hit Parade
James Mennie, Reporter, Columnist and Editor at the Montreal Gazette
A Nurse Who Works With the Homeless has Released a Book About Her Experiences
Vassiliki Stathopoulos, a Nurse, and Author of Beyond The Streets.Tom Whelan sits in for Aaron Rand
Heurtel: The Liberals really moved quickly sending a clear message that they are open to a race
Political analyst David Heurtel is a counsel at Fasken with experience in Government and Public Relations, Environment, Climate Change and Immigration. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Mennie: The political hurricane of 2025 will seem a summer breeze compared with 2026
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Can you stay healthy on a Dollarama diet?
Robin Glance, Montreal Nutritionist and Dietitian
Dynamite's CEO Has Choice Words for Premier Legault on Immigration
Andrew Lutfy, President of Groupe Dynamite
Starlight Children's Foundation Canada Grand Prize draw.
Brian Bringolf, CEO of the Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada
Heurtel: The new Canadian ambassador to the U.S has been announced
Political analyst David Heurtel is a counsel at Fasken with experience in Government and Public Relations, Environment, Climate Change and Immigration. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Mennie: The political carnage of 2025
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Dozens of schools were issued guidelines regarding playing on snow mounds, including the use of a helmet.
André Bernier, President of Association québécoise du personnel de direction des écoles
What were the biggest news stories of the year?
Martine St-Victor, General Manager at Edelman Montréal & Communications strategist & Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies
Heurtel: The key for the Quebec Liberal Party is a fresh face.
Political analyst David Heurtel is a counsel at Fasken with experience in Government and Public Relations, Environment, Climate Change and Immigration. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Mennie: As the CAQ burns down, will defections begin?
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
What changes to your taxes can you expect in 2026?
Harvey Bienenstock, CPA
Family doctors vote 97% in favour of agreement with the government
Dr. Michael Kalin, family physician and director of the Kildare family medicine group
Melançon: Christian Dubé has lost faith in the CAQ
Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal and a columnist for the Montreal Gazette. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies
Mennie: Pablo says goodbye... and Christian Dubé resigns
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Tech Corner: Age verification errors see some retain access to banned social media platforms
Tech analyst and journalist Carmi Levy can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand as well as CTV News.
Mélanie Joly addresses plans to revitalize east end, CUSMA, Pablo Rodriguez resigning
Melanie Joly, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and Liberal MP for Ahuntsic-Cartierville
Mulcair: Pablo Rodriguez stayed around too long
CJAD 800 political commentator Tom Mulcair can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand in addition to The Andrew Carter Morning Show, every weekday at 7:40 a.m.
Reid: Pierre Poilievre needs to put some W’s on the board
Scott Reid, CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to Prime Minister Paul Martin
Mennie: Rodriguez leaves. But can the damage be repaired?
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Legal Corner: Thinking of quitting your job this January? Here's why you should reconsider
CJAD 800 legal contributor Chris Dimakos is a lawyer and managing partner at Dimakos Law Group. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.
Ontario wants to turn Niagara Falls into Canada's Las Vegas. Here's what we know so far
Stan Cho, Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming
How Quebec's Bill 1 could impact the rights of English school boards in the province
Joe Ortona, chair of the English Montreal School Board and president of the Quebec English School Board Association
Husny: François Legault wants to stay on despite significant criticism
Rudy Husny, former advisor in the Harper government and political analyst
Mennie: The downward Quebec Liberal spiral has assumed a life of its own
Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.