Canada’s military on ‘downward spiral’ as China, Russia threats loom: MacKay
Between Chinese spy balloons and Russia’s increasing presence in the Arctic, Canada is fielding threats to the country’s national security and sovereignty. But with a lack of equipment and years of little funding, there are concerns Canada is losing its military influence on the global stage. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson speaks with former...
The West Block
Feb 19, 2023
The West Block: Feb. 19 | Top-secret Chinese interference leaks and the need to modernize Canadian military
The federal government is facing renewed questions over its transparency. Between new leaked documents detailing China’s alleged attempts to interfere in Canadian elections and Public Emergency Order Commissioner Justice Paul Rouleau’s report stating the government needs to do a better job of communicating between its branches, there’s a lot to answer for. ‘The West Block’...
Feb 19, 2023
Pine Creek First Nation launches 911 services
With Pine Creek First Nation launching 911 services this week, emergency management coordinator Everett McKay talks about the extensive work that went into the launch, and the difference it could make in terms of response times.
Jan 27, 2023
‘Voters are smart ‘: Intelligence chair on Kanye West meeting with Donald Trump
U.S. Intelligence Committee presumptive chair Mike Turner appeared on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday. Here, he discussed former president Donald Trump meeting with Kanye West in November, who has recently spoken and spread anti-Semitic rhetoric, along with “neo-Nazi” Nick Fuentes. “I believe voters are smart,” Turner said of the public’s opinion on Trump, who...
Politics
Dec 4, 2022
Jared Kushner confirms he met with Kanye West
White House senior advisor and son-in-law to U.S. President Donald Trump, Jared Kushner, confirmed to reporters on Thursday that he had met recently with entertainer Kanye West, who is seeking to get his name on ballots for the upcoming U.S. presidential election.
Aug 13, 2020
Kim Kardashian files for divorce from Kanye West
Kim Kardashian has filed for divorce from Kanye West, according to reports. The reality star and rapper have been married for six years, but their relationship started to fall apart within the past year, particularly when West was running for U.S. president.
Entertainment
Feb 19, 2021
Kanye West announces he’s running for president
Kanye West announced on Twitter on Saturday that he would be running for president of the United States in the upcoming 2020 election.
Entertainment
Jul 5, 2020
Kanye West goes on Twitter rant against Canadian music producer Bob Ezrin
Kanye West ended his brief hiatus from Twitter on Tuesday night when sprang back to life with a series of tweets against Canadian music producer Bob Ezrin.
Entertainment
Feb 24, 2016
Officer Yeezy? Philly police offer Kanye West job to help pay debts
The Philadelphia Police Department has offered rapper Kanye West a job with the force to help pay off his publicized debts, while trying to attract other would-be cops.
Crime
Feb 19, 2016
What goes where: how to properly recycle in Toronto
Jim McKay, the general manager of solid waste management services, schools us on proper recycling protocol in the city of Toronto
The Morning Show
Jun 28, 2016
Fans riot after Kanye West cancels surprise show
What was supposed to be a surprise Kanye West show in New York City quickly turned to chaos as thousands of fans descended on the venue.
The Morning Show
Jun 6, 2016
Kanye West Didn’t Vote
Kanye West admits he didn’t vote in the U.S. presidential election, but if he did, he would have voted for Donald Trump. ET Canada has more.
Entertainment
Nov 18, 2016
Global National: Nov. 27
Despite Canada being ousted from the World Cup after a match with Croatia, there were plenty of firsts for team Canada. The federal government unveiled its long-awaited Indo-Pacific strategy on Sunday, with the main goals of moving away from an overreliance on China and tapping into one of the world’s fastest growing economies. Canadians are...
Global National
Nov 27, 2022
Kanye West stops show after learning Kim Kardashian held at gunpoint
Kanye West cut short his show during the Meadows Music and Arts Festival in Queens, New York, on the evening of Sunday, October 2, citing a “family emergency,” according to concertgoers.
Crime
Oct 3, 2016
Is Kanye West suffering from a mental illness?
Psychologist Dr. Oren Amitay weighs in on the latest of a long running string of bizarre behavior by Kanye West
The Morning Show
Nov 23, 2016
Kanye West under observation at LA hospital following tour cancellations
Rapper Kanye West is reportedly under observation at an LA hospital. This comes after the superstar cancelled his remaining tour dates after going on a rant about running for president, Donald Trump, as well as Jay-Z and Beyonce. Alicia Powell reports.
Entertainment
Nov 22, 2016
Kanye and Kim, taking it Yeezy in Uganda
While vacationing in Uganda, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian handed out Yeezy sneakers to local children.
World
Oct 17, 2018
President Trump’s unique media blitz
From an op-ed in USA Today to a visit with Kanye West, Donald Trump is dominating media coverage. With midterm elections fast approaching, staying in the spotlight may be a political strategy. Ines de La Cuetara reports.
Global National
Oct 14, 2018
Drake’s Confessions
In a new interview on LeBron James’ HBO series “The Shop”, Drake confirms rumours of his rift with Kanye West and opens up about his son with former adult film star Sophie Brussaux.
Entertainment
Oct 15, 2018
Donald Trump says ‘smart cookie’ Kanye West ‘gets it’
Speaking during his Oval Office meeting Thursday afternoon with Kanye West, U.S. President Donald Trump praised him as a “smart cookie” who “gets it” when it comes to politics and big picture ideas.
Entertainment
Oct 11, 2018