Canada Talks

Canadian current affairs

Channel 167Current affairs and talk programming related to all aspects of Canadian life including business and the economy, politics, entertainment, lifestyle, health, sports analysis and play by play. Coast to coast Canadian talk radio with the topics and personalities that bring all corners of the country together. Canada Talks - and Canadians listen.

Shows, Schedules & Info

Featured Show

Canada Now with Jeff Sammut

Canada Now shares the stories that matter to Canadians, going beyond the headlines to shine a spotlight on the cities, towns and people that motivate and inspire us each and every day. Host Jeff Sammut goes coast to coast across the country talking to Canadians about Canadians and the stories that affect us all, big and small.

All times listed EST
The Breakdown with Allison Dore

The Breakdown with Allison Dore

Now Playing
2 hrs

Entertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.

Entertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.

The Shaun Proulx Show

The Shaun Proulx Show

Next Airs Today at 6 am
1 hr

Shaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s C

Shaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings.

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Next Airs Today at 7 am
1 hr

The Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by

The Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.

Turtle Island Talks : A Retrospective

Turtle Island Talks : A Retrospective

Next Airs Today at 8 am
1 hr

In celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our fav

In celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our favourite moments from each episode.

The Arlene Bynon Show

The Arlene Bynon Show

Next Airs Today at 9 am
1 hr

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.

The Daily Edition with Matt Gurney

The Daily Edition with Matt Gurney

Next Airs Today at 10 am
1 hr

Matt Gurney takes on the day's headlines every weekday morning on The Daily Edition, from 10am-12pmET on Canada Talks, Siriu

Matt Gurney takes on the day's headlines every weekday morning on The Daily Edition, from 10am-12pmET on Canada Talks, SiriusXM channel 167. With up-to-the-minute interviews and sharp commentary, Gurney brings years of broadcast experience to the day's stories as they develop, covering Canada, the U.S. and anywhere else news is happening.

Canada Now with Jeff Sammut

Canada Now with Jeff Sammut

Next Airs Today at 1 pm
1 hr

Canada Now shares the stories that matter to Canadians, going beyond the headlines to shine a spotlight on the cities, towns

Canada Now shares the stories that matter to Canadians, going beyond the headlines to shine a spotlight on the cities, towns and people that motivate and inspire us each and every day. Host Jeff Sammut goes coast to coast across the country talking to Canadians about Canadians and the stories that affect us all, big and small.

The Bilal Vakani Hour

The Bilal Vakani Hour

Next Airs Today at 6 pm
1 hr

Bilal surrounds himself with interesting guests from across the world to take a more overarching view of news, sports, enter

Bilal surrounds himself with interesting guests from across the world to take a more overarching view of news, sports, entertainment, music and more!

NBA Play-by-Play

NBA Play-by-Play

Next Airs Today at 8 pm
3 hrs

SiriusXM is your home for the 2024-2025 NBA season! Hear every second of every game through the Finals with the best games e

SiriusXM is your home for the 2024-2025 NBA season! Hear every second of every game through the Finals with the best games each night on NBA Radio Channel 86…visit www.siriusxm.com/sports for a full listing

Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

Next Airs Tomorrow at 6 am
1 hr

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance make

Bruce Sellery wants to inspire you to get a handle on your money so you can live the life you want. If personal finance makes you want to take a nap, tune in for a new spin on it. We'll talk about getting better at spending, saving, investing, borrowing, and more. Moolala is Money Made Simple!

Good Talk with Peter Mansbridge

Good Talk with Peter Mansbridge

Next Airs Tomorrow at 12 pm
1 hr

Good Talk is a panel discussion that reflects on the issues of the week, covering topics such as politics, public health, te

Good Talk is a panel discussion that reflects on the issues of the week, covering topics such as politics, public health, technology, and more.

Phone a Friend with Jessi Cruickshank

Phone a Friend with Jessi Cruickshank

Next Airs Tomorrow at 6 pm
1 hr

Comedian Jessi Cruickshank HAS A PODCAST! Because she needed a safe space to talk about EVERYTHING without getting in troubl

Comedian Jessi Cruickshank HAS A PODCAST! Because she needed a safe space to talk about EVERYTHING without getting in trouble. Each week, she’ll give her hot takes on what’s happening in the world, in her home and in Pop Culture. But when she wants to dive deeper, learn more, or just understand important things like Who the F*&# is Bhad Bhabie? She’ll get to Phone a Friend! This can be a real-life friend, a celebrity friend, a sassy tween, a serious news anchor, a gay man who knows about The Real Housewives, a straight man who knows about sports, or the only person she could find who actually got Taylor Swift tickets. The conversations might last three minutes or the entire episode. They can be deep or petty, but they’ll all be eye-opening and HILARIOUS. LEAVE JESSI A VOICEMAIL: 323-448-0068 FOLLOW JESSI: @jessicruickshank

World Junior Hockey Championship

World Junior Hockey Championship

Next Airs Tomorrow at 7 pm
3 hrs 30 mins

The stars of tomorrow today shine bright as they battle for World Junior Hockey supremacy

The stars of tomorrow today shine bright as they battle for World Junior Hockey supremacy

The Arlene Bynon Show 30

The Arlene Bynon Show 30

Next Airs Tomorrow at 10:30 pm
30 mins

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s

No rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B.

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B.

Next Airs Saturday at 7 am
1 hr

On The Feed, Amber Mac & Michael Bancroft showcase the latest on what's happening in the world of tech and social media in a

On The Feed, Amber Mac & Michael Bancroft showcase the latest on what's happening in the world of tech and social media in a way that's smart, sassy, and fun for the whole family. Whether you want to know how to keep yourself safe online, get start-up tips from today's hottest tech entrepreneurs, or stay up-to-date on what to download, this seasoned tech team has the answers.

That Eric Alper's Show

That Eric Alper's Show

Next Airs Saturday at 8 am
1 hr

Every week, Eric Alper takes you inside the music industry interviewing bands, artists, managers, promoters, historians, pho

Every week, Eric Alper takes you inside the music industry interviewing bands, artists, managers, promoters, historians, photographers, and more.

Your Tech Report

Your Tech Report

Next Airs Saturday at 11 am
1 hr

Every week Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the

Every week Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the biggest names. Covering everything from the latest iPhone and Android devices to the newest laptops, drones and video games. Apple, LG, TCL, Samsung, Sharp and so much more each and every week on SiriusXM.

NHL Play-by-Play

NHL Play-by-Play

Next Airs Saturday at 4 pm
3 hrs

The puck drops here for the world’s fastest sport. Catch live NHL play-by-play all season long and right through the Stanly

The puck drops here for the world’s fastest sport. Catch live NHL play-by-play all season long and right through the Stanly Cup Finals. No games are scheduled on this channel right now, but visit www.siriusxm.com/nhlschedule for a complete listing.

Cordially Yours, with Charles MacPherson

Cordially Yours, with Charles MacPherson

Next Airs Sunday at 1 pm
30 mins

Charles MacPherson uses his decade of experience as a major-domo to help navigate the universal experiences on which we all

Charles MacPherson uses his decade of experience as a major-domo to help navigate the universal experiences on which we all need guidance. From “how to get out that oil stain" to "how to get your kids to sit at the dinner table,” Charles is your guide.

The Shaun Proulx Show 30

The Shaun Proulx Show 30

Next Airs Sunday at 1:30 pm
30 mins

Following his popular run as former quarterback host of the world’s first commercial LGBT radio station, Shaun is bringing h

Following his popular run as former quarterback host of the world’s first commercial LGBT radio station, Shaun is bringing his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings. Skilled at engaging in meaningful dialogue with anyone, Shaun welcomes a wide range of guests and topics to The Shaun Proulx Show. His style is casual, authentic and friendly, while his unique point of view helps reveal aspects of his guests that may not typically be highlighted during traditional, mainstream interviews.

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Bruce Sellery

Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and the author of The Globe and Mail bestseller, Moolala: Why smart people do dumb things with money (and what you can do about it). He appears regularly on Cityline and Breakfast Television, and is a columnist for MoneySense Magazine, Today’s Parent, and Chatelaine. He also consults for companies in the area of financial literacy, and speaks at events from coast to coast. Home base is Toronto, Ontario, where he lives with his husband and daughter.

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Shaun Proulx

Shaun Proulx lives well and by his own rules. Called “the epitome of a visionary entrepreneur” by The Toronto Star, and “Canada’s gay Oprah” by The Huffington Post, Proulx is an in-demand empowerment speaker, author, and publisher who leads a #ThoughtRevolution about personal limits at shaunproulx.com.

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Jeff Sammut

A radio veteran with more than 20 years of experience, Jeff Sammut goes coast to coast across the country talking to Canadians about Canadians and the stories that affect us all, big and small.

Eric Alper Canada Talks

Eric Alper

Eric Alper is one of the lucky ones for sure, getting to spend days (and nights and weekends) doing what he loves to do—working in the music PR world around passionate music lovers, fans, and industry folks talking about the newest album, the old record recently found in the basement or bargain bin, tragedy-tainted tales, and memories of old C-30, C-60, C-90s in our pockets.

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Aron Papernick

Aron Papernick has been with SiriusXM Canada since the first day it went on the air. While he spent many years covering NHL hockey, he’s also a huge soccer fan. What began as curiosity during the FIFA 1994 World Cup became an obsession with the arrival of MLS soccer in Toronto in 2007. He’s marched with supporters and chanted in the stands in Europe; and he’s raised his scarf and gone hoarse here in Canada. Canada FC covers the world’s game from a Canadian perspective.

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Matt Gurney

Matt Gurney is a print and broadcast journalist based in Toronto. He has hosted national and local radio programs, and is a regular TV panelist. Gurney is married with two kids and a dog, and you’ll often find him tweeting about Star Trek and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Allison Dore

Allison Dore has opinions and she’s not afraid to share them. This comedian with a serious side uses her infectious laugh, quick wit, honesty, and empathy in bringing entertainment and information to the masses.

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Arlene Bynon

Arlene Bynon is an award-winning, groundbreaking broadcast journalist who has covered major local, national, and international issues in her 20+ years as an interviewer, anchor, columnist, and reporter. She was the former host and producer of the Gemini-nominated television show Bynon.

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Amber Mac

Amber Mac is an entrepreneur, television host, professional speaker, and bestselling author of the social media business book Power Friending (listed as a national bestseller by The Globe and Mail). Mac has hosted shows for Fast Company, G4TechTV, AOL, and CTV, and appeared regularly as a tech expert on CNN and CBS.

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Michael B

TV host, executive producer, tech and business news journalist Michael Bancroft has traveled the world working for leading broadcasters including CBS, CNBC, ABC, Network Ten, BNN, and CTV. He has covered everything in all corners of the globe, from red carpets in Los Angeles to the jungles of Rwanda; and worked with and reported on leaders in the field of finance, technology, politics, and entertainment. His on-air partner-in-crime is social media maven Amber Mac.

Peter Mansbridge

Peter Mansbridge

Peter Mansbridge is an award-winning journalist, a Distinguished Fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto and a member of numerous boards and committees. He is best known for his five decades of work at the CBC where he was Chief Correspondent of CBC News and anchor of The National for thirty years. He has won dozens of awards for outstanding journalism, has thirteen honorary doctorates from universities in Canada and the United States, and received Canada’s highest civilian honour, the Order of Canada, in 2008. He is the former two-term Chancellor of Mount Allison University, now its Chancellor Emeritus, and is the President of Manscorp Media Services where his work includes documentary film production.

Host Mark Afalo Canada Talks

Marc Aflalo

Marc Aflalo is a well-known Canadian producer and broadcaster who has worked in the industry for more than 20 years. While Aflalo’s original passion was working behind the scenes, he has since emerged in front of both the camera and microphone as host of various shows on SiriusXM and other broadcast platforms. Alflalo brings his gaming enthusiasm and tech experience to Gamer’s Edge Radio every week. He and Mitchell Whitfield are co-hosts of Gamer’s Edge on SiriusXM.

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Mitchell Whitfield

You may recognize his face from his iconic roles in Friends and My Cousin Vinny, or his voice from some of your favorite animated television shows or movies. Mitchell Whitfield’s career has spanned Broadway, film, television, and radio for more than three decades. In addition to his long Hollywood resume, Whitfield also has a passion for technology. In 2013, he teamed with Marc Aflalo to bring YourTechReport to SiriusXM, where they can still be heard every week. Whitfield is thrilled to be teaming with Aflalo again on Gamer’s Edge.

Jessi Cruickshank

Jessi Cruickshank

Renowned for her humour, quick wit, and authenticity, comedian Jessi Cruickshank has been called “the internet’s funniest mom” (Today’s Parent) and “Canada’s most beloved television personality” (Toronto Life). She has hosted some of TV’s most popular programs, including The Hills After Show, The Goods, eTalk and Canada’s Smartest Person. After a sold-out cross-country live comedy tour, Jessi recently became the first woman to get her own stand up special on the global streaming service ‘VEEPS’, set to premiere this May. Her podcast “Phone A Friend” is the #1 comedy podcast in the country and she is thrilled to bring it to Sirius XM.

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Charles MacPherson

After nearly a decade serving as major-domo, overseeing more than thirty household staff for one of Canada’s most prominent families, Charles set his sights on starting his own business. In 1996, he founded Charles MacPherson Associates (CMA), and began providing his household management expertise to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients globally.In addition to his responsibilities at CMA, Charles has published four books: The Butler Speaks, The Pocket Butler, The Pocket Butler’s Guide to Travel, and The Pocket Butler’s Guide to Good Housekeeping. His first book, The Butler Speaks is now in its fifth printing.

All times listed EST
4 am

Now Playing

The Breakdown with Allison DoreEntertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.
6 am

Now Playing

The Shaun Proulx ShowShaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings.
7 am

Now Playing

The Bridge with Peter MansbridgeThe Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.
8 am

Now Playing

Turtle Island Talks : A RetrospectiveIn celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our favourite moments from each episode.
9 am

Now Playing

The Arlene Bynon ShowNo rants, no spin. Candid, compassionate and fearless; Arlene Bynon will talk the news of the day: what’s happening, what’s trending and much more. Arlene likes to talk, but more importantly, she also likes to listen.
10 am

Now Playing

The Daily Edition with Matt GurneyMatt Gurney takes on the day's headlines every weekday morning on The Daily Edition, from 10am-12pmET on Canada Talks, SiriusXM channel 167. With up-to-the-minute interviews and sharp commentary, Gurney brings years of broadcast experience to the day's stories as they develop, covering Canada, the U.S. and anywhere else news is happening.
11 am

Now Playing

Turtle Island Talks : A RetrospectiveIn celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our favourite moments from each episode.
12 pm

Now Playing

The Bridge with Peter MansbridgeThe Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.
1 pm

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Canada Now with Jeff SammutCanada Now shares the stories that matter to Canadians, going beyond the headlines to shine a spotlight on the cities, towns and people that motivate and inspire us each and every day. Host Jeff Sammut goes coast to coast across the country talking to Canadians about Canadians and the stories that affect us all, big and small.
2 pm

Now Playing

Turtle Island Talks : A RetrospectiveIn celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our favourite moments from each episode.
3 pm

Now Playing

The Breakdown with Allison DoreEntertainment, pop culture, news...and a little bit of sass. Allison Dore breaks it down weekday afternoons on Canada Talks.
4 pm

Now Playing

Turtle Island Talks : A RetrospectiveIn celebration of our 10th episode of Turtle Island Talks, host Dr. Pam Palmater takes us back. Listening to some of our favourite moments from each episode.
5 pm

Now Playing

The Bridge with Peter MansbridgeThe Bridge is a program that reflects issues surrounding political developments in Canada, the USA, and more. It's hosted by internationally recognized journalist Peter Mansbridge dealing with whatever is on his mind that day.
6 pm

Now Playing

The Bilal Vakani HourBilal surrounds himself with interesting guests from across the world to take a more overarching view of news, sports, entertainment, music and more!
7 pm

Now Playing

The Shaun Proulx ShowShaun brings his glittering personality, cheeky honesty and uplifting, thought-provoking conversation skills to SiriusXM’s Canada Talks channel 167 – their first openly gay host. Shaun attracts guests eager to join his leading-edge #ThoughtRevolution, which embraces safe exploration of the diversity of our experiences as human beings.
8 pm

Now Playing

NBA Play-by-PlaySiriusXM is your home for the 2024-2025 NBA season! Hear every second of every game through the Finals with the best games each night on NBA Radio Channel 86…visit www.siriusxm.com/sports for a full listing
11 pm

Now Playing

The Daily Edition with Matt GurneyMatt Gurney takes on the day's headlines every weekday morning on The Daily Edition, from 10am-12pmET on Canada Talks, SiriusXM channel 167. With up-to-the-minute interviews and sharp commentary, Gurney brings years of broadcast experience to the day's stories as they develop, covering Canada, the U.S. and anywhere else news is happening.

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