February inflation cools to 1.8%

The Consumer Price Index for February came in under the Bank of Canada's 2% target, but economists warn the reading doesn't reflect the impacts of the Iran War. On today's show: U.S. President Donald Trump is pressuring allies to help re-open the Strait of Hormuz, as the American military operation in Iran shows no sign of ending. Vassy speaks with Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Conservative MP Shuv Majumdar about the Carney government's record on deporting members of the IRGC living in Canada. Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Iran includes American tech giants on their list of new targets. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Tom Mulcair, and Zain Velji. CTV film critic Richard Crouse joins us with a recap of the 2026 Oscars. Pedro Antunes from the Conference Board of Canada dissects today's inflation report, and what it potentially means for the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision.