A National Tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, BC: Police Audio and Eyewitness Account
Release Date: 02/11/2026
Major Mixed Signals From The Bank of Canada - Will Rates Go Up or Down?
Scott Fox After 9
Ana Almeida drops in for a quick check-in on this episode. She weighs in on the Doug Ford private jet controversy. Scott follows with a deep dive into the Bank of Canada’s latest rate decision. The messaging is anything but clear. The Bank hints that rate cuts could be on the table if a CUSMA deal stalls, but also warns that persistent high oil prices could force more hikes. It’s a split signal that leaves borrowers and markets guessing. You’ll also hear Pierre Poilievre reacting to the Liberals’ Spring Economic Update, along with his take on a controversial new federal...
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Feel-Good Sports, Royal Laughs, and a Reality Check on Canada's Economy
Scott Fox After 9
This episode kicks off with a genuinely heartwarming moment in Buffalo, where American fans stepped up in a big way, singing Oh Canada after a microphone failure. No Canadian teams were on the ice, but the respect and energy in the building made it feel like they were. On the field, there’s plenty to celebrate. Trey Yesavage earns a standing ovation in his first start of the season for the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Canadian Football League is eyeing changes to the Grey Cup playoff format. We also dip into some lighter moments from King Charles III, who brought unexpected humour during...
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Carney Ready To Gamble 25 Billion Taxpayer Dollars
Scott Fox After 9
Prime Minister Mark Carney sits down with CBC to talk about his recent meetings with Donald Trump, and more. The Prime Minister made a number of controversial comments that get broken down in today's After 9. Then, the main event: Carney unveils a proposed sovereign wealth fund, with an initial $25 billion taxpayer investment. Details are scarce, but the reaction isn’t. Pierre Poilievre weighs in with sharp criticism of the plan and what it could mean for Canadians. Also in the episode: Jimmy Kimmel sparks backlash over controversial comments about the First Lady during his mock...
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Poilievre vs Reporters and Listener DM’s
Scott Fox After 9
Listener DM’s are back, with a bit of a twist today. Since Friday got bumped, this episode mixes your messages with a full weekend recap, and it moves fast. You’ll hear Pierre Poilievre handling reporters, plus some standout moments that shaped the political conversation over the last couple of days. There’s also audio from Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew, floating the idea of putting U.S. alcohol back on shelves tied to the release of the Epstein files, and a heated exchange featuring Donald Trump going toe-to-toe with a 60 Minutes anchor. The listener DM’s hit on a mix of political...
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Was Ford Out of Line For Making This Comment? Plus: Poilievre Talks Trade
Scott Fox After 9
Today’s episode kicks off with explosive audio from Doug Ford in the Ontario Legislature during an exchange with MPP Stephanie Smyth. Was it inappropriate? Was it misogynistic? Should an apology follow? You’ll hear the moment and Smyth’s reaction afterward, and decide for yourself. We also break down key moments from Pierre Poilievre and Mark Carney as both address Canada–U.S. trade tensions in separate news conferences. Plus, audio from officials at the Office of the United States Trade Representative reveals just how strained negotiations with Canada have become. Out west, Danielle...
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Alberta And Ontario Pushing For A Back-To-Basics Approach In Classrooms
Scott Fox After 9
Education shakeups, trade tensions, and government spending questions headline today’s After 9. Scott opens with a look at education policy as Danielle Smith pushes a back-to-basics approach in Alberta, aiming to remove political ideology from classrooms. Meanwhile in Ontario, a new rule will require students to pass a financial literacy course to graduate. On the international front, Mark Carney downplays rising Canada–U.S. trade tensions, but comments from Jamieson Greer and Howard Lutnick suggest there’s more beneath the surface. Plus, Scott digs into two eyebrow-raising stories:...
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Revenue For Legacy Media in Canada is Crashing
Scott Fox After 9
Today on After 9, Scott takes on the growing debate around government subsidies for legacy media and whether pouring more taxpayer money into struggling outlets is the right move. After a Bell Media executive revealed massive annual losses on news, the question becomes unavoidable: is the model broken, or just outdated? Scott digs into whether Big Tech should pay more, or if traditional media needs to look inward as audiences shift to podcasts and social media platforms. Also, an update on Canada–U.S. trade relations, featuring insights from Dominic LeBlanc and Janice Charette, plus...
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Jet Regret: Ford Takes On The Media While Defending His Need For A Plane
Scott Fox After 9
Today’s episode dives deep into the controversy surrounding Doug Ford and his now-infamous private jet purchase. You’ll hear full, unfiltered remarks as Ford explains why the aircraft was bought, why he’s now selling it, and why he believes the media has treated him unfairly. Is this accountability or political damage control? Ford also admits the timing of the purchase was wrong, even as he defends the broader reasoning behind it. The reaction from Queen’s Park has been intense, including sharp criticism and perspective from Marit Stiles, whose response adds fuel to an already heated...
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Air Ford One Is Being Sold Off Already Following Intense Backlash
Scott Fox After 9
Scott dives into the controversy around Doug Ford’s taxpayer-funded private jet and the sudden decision to sell it. Does the Premier actually need a plane? Scott makes the unpopular case that maybe he does, but argues transparency and efficiency must come first, even floating ideas involving the Royal Canadian Air Force. Plus, trade tensions and timelines as Howard Lutnick casts doubt on a renewed USMCA deal by Canada Day. Hear key moments from Pierre Poilievre’s speech at the Canadian Club in Toronto, followed by a national video message from Mark Carney. Catch up on a busy political...
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Listener DM's Friday - Do Votes Even Matter Anymore?
Scott Fox After 9
Listener DMs are loaded today—and you brought everything from heartfelt stories to serious frustration with politics, the economy, and everyday life. Today's DM's are being read by Sadie; a radio broadcasting student from Connestoga College. A powerful reminder about love and acceptance from a listener who found his fiancée on Facebook Dating—proving real connections still exist. Are gas prices a scam? One listener questions why prices rise for both winter and summer blends—and it sparks a bigger conversation about what we’re really paying for at the pump. Long-form interviews vs...
info_outlineToday’s episode of Scott Fox After 9 features police audio and an eyewitness account from the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, including direct audio from the B.C. RCMP as the investigation unfolds.
You will also hear Premier Doug Ford’s latest news conference, where he once again taunts President Trump, claims Trump's actions will cost Republicans the upcoming midterm elections, continues the LCBO ban on American alcohol, and gives his clearest signal yet that he is not aligned with the federal Conservatives and may have his sights on Pierre Poilievre’s job.
Plus, don’t miss a heated exchange in Ottawa over the role of the CBC, along with reaction from U.S. members of Congress who say they have reviewed the unredacted Epstein files.