Today Prime Minister Mark Carney admitted publicly for the first time that it's unlikely Canada will get a trade deal with the U.S. without some level of tariffs. Carney made the comments to reporters ahead of a cabinet meeting to discuss trade negotiations.

On today's show:

• Heat and wildfire smoke continues to impact much of central Canada.
• Inflation in Canada ticked up slightly in June to 1.9% and core inflation shows no signs of slowing. That means there's little hope left of another interest rate cut before the Fall,
• A B.C. ostrich farm that lost dozens of birds following an avian flu outbreak last winter will be fighting to save the remainder of its herd in a federal court room today
• The Daily Debrief Panel with Sharan Kaur and Sebastian Skamski
• A new report from the Chief Science Advisor of Canada recommends the federal government create a new office solely to track and research UFOs.

The Carney government is working towards a new deadline of August 1st to reach a trade deal with the United States, as U.S. President Trump prepares to launch 35% tariffs on that same day. CTV's Colton Praill has the latest on the trade war.

On today's show:

• Another heatwave has made its way to Ontario, as wildfire smoke blankets Central Canada.
• Starting in January 2026, Canada will become the first country in the world where Ozempic is sold under generic labels - for much less than the brand name. That’s sparking concerns that patients could abuse the weight loss drug.
• As the trade war continues, more and more Canadians are shopping local and avoiding travel to America. That's bad news for duty-free stores on the Canada-U.S. border.
• The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tim Powers and Zain Velji.
• The CEO of TikTok has requested an urgent meeting with Industry Minister Melanie Joly, as the company continues to fight against a government order to shut down its Canadian operations.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1

Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.

On today's show:

• New Trump tariffs: 35% by August 1st if Canada can't reach a new deal with the United States. CTV's Jeremie Charron tracks down the latest developments.
• CTV News political commentator Scott Reid tackles the complex politics of trade negotiations.
• Sun Media columnist Brain Lilley delivers insights on Pierre Poilievre's political future after a busy week at the Calgary Stampede.
• There is a concerning lack of high school tech teachers and courses that are relevant to youth and trades in today’s education system. It’s a problem that the Canadian Tooling and Machining Association is trying to solve.

Free For All Friday - Hour 2

Hosts from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. Today's edition features public affairs advisor John Wright and Crestview Strategy Vice-President Deirdra Tindale.

Topic 1: U.S. President Trump's latest trade threats.

Topic 2: Pierre Poilievre's leadership with Canada's Conservatives could be in jeopardy.

Topic 3: Ontario's Colleges are facing a financial crisis.

Topic 4: TSA has axed the 'shoes off' rule! Are we finally returning to a state of reasonable airport security?