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The Passionate Eye is home to an internationally-renowned playlist of documentaries from Canada and around the world. They are curated to spark curiosity, provide insight and ignite conversation.

Documentary | 3 seasons

The Passionate Eye

Whether it is a slick scam, misleading marketing claim, a product that could put your health at risk, or maddening customer service, Marketplace has got your back.

News | 17 seasons

Marketplace

Every weekday, Power & Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panelists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.

News | 5 episodes

Power & Politics

The National is CBC's flagship nightly news program, featuring the day's top stories with in-depth and original journalism.

News | 3 episodes

The National

Since Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine began, the team at The National has been closely monitoring the Russian president's speeches and propaganda. In this special documentary, CBC's Terence McKenna traces his threats, and examines the influence of his closest advisors to uncover what's behind Putin's endgame.

News | 44 min

Putin's Endgame with Terence McKenna

A powerful interview with actor Michael J. Fox about living with Parkinson’s while finding meaning and joy.

Interview and talk-show | 23 min

The National: Michael J. Fox with Harry Forestell

CBC News Chief Political Correspondent Rosemary Barton sits down with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in a year-end interview.

Specials | 22 min

A Year-End Interview with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (2022)

Black Canadian immigrants share the joys and obstacles on their paths to Black excellence. From their first steps in Canada to the moments that shaped their lives. These are their journeys here.

Documentary | 1 episode

Being Black in Canada: My Journey Here

CBC’s new documentary program gets to the heart of current affairs and social issues that matter to Canadians. With unique and often unexpected access, these stories will ignite discussions.

Current Affairs | 5 seasons

CBC Docs POV

An in-depth panel discussion touching on politics and other topics of the week.

News | 1 season

The Sunday Scrum

How do political parties control their message and sway public opinion? This series will help you navigate the election by pulling back the curtain to reveal tools and tactics used by political parties. We explain why you see and hear politicians do and say certain things, and show you what to watch for.

Canada Votes: CBC Explains

Canada's top doctor speaks with Chief Political Correspondent Rosemary Barton in her first in-depth interview since the Coronavirus pandemic began about the country's response and what the "new normal" could look like.

News | 24 min

CBC News Exclusive: Dr. Theresa Tam

What Happened to Canada's Aboriginal Fathers? The issue of absent fathers in Canada's aboriginal communities is explored through the eyes of a sixteen year old First Nations boy who is soon to become a parent.

Documentary | 45 min

Blind Spot: What Happened to Canada's Aboriginal Fathers?

The Investigators with Diana Swain pulls back the curtain on journalism, connecting with the journalists who break big stories.

News | 3 seasons

The Investigators

The story of former hockey player Ryan Straschnitzkis' courageous battle to recover from injuries suffered in a horrible crash last April. He and his fellow Humboldt Bronco players were on the team bus when it collided with a semi at a rural intersection, leaving a community mourning.

News | 22 min

The National in Depth: Ryan's Story

Peter Mansbridge presents a weekly interview program featuring conversations with the people who shape this country.

News | 6 seasons

Mansbridge One on One

Heather Hiscox speaks with the CBC's Chief Correspondent Peter Mansbridge about his career and his legacy as he steps aside as anchor of The National.

News | 23 min

In Conversation with Peter Mansbridge

To mark Black History month we take a look back at activism over the years. Nova Scotia business woman Viola Desmond challenged segregation in the 1940's; The Black Action Defence Committee marched for justice in Toronto in the 1980's; and we hear from activists fighting for change today. Hosted by Asha Tomlinson.

Being Black in Canada (2016)

To mark Black History month Asha Tomlinson hosts Being Black in Canada. The program highlights the work of two Windsor teachers who show their students what's missing in many of their history books. Asha speaks with Book of Negroes author Lawrence Hill about how the TV mini-series is bringing Canadian Black history to a wider audience, and we hear the story of Western Canada's Black Pioneers and how they're preserving their ancestors' history.

Being Black in Canada (2015)

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