Episodes
1. What Happened While We Were Gone
October 6, 2020
22 min
A global pandemic, a looming US election, and a slew of government scandals and leadership changes here at home - 22 Minutes is back to tackle it all! Season 28 starts here.
2. Second Wave
October 13, 2020
22 min
As COVID numbers spike across the country, 22 Minutes looks at how the government is steering us through the second wave. Plus, coverage from the ground in Washington ahead of the US election.
3. Sober October
October 20, 2020
22 min
With the country going through major changes yet again, 22 Minutes takes a look at how Canadians are settling into Fall. Plus, our U.S. field team investigates America’s two-party system.
4. Tricks, No Treats
October 27, 2020
22 min
As Canadians cope with COVID, Halloween is shaping up to be a bit spookier. 22 Minutes investigates. Plus, a field report from the long lines at advance polling stations ahead of the U.S. election.
5. The 2020 Blues
November 10, 2020
22 min
On the heels of the U.S. election, 22 Minutes checks in on the results. Plus, our American field team investigates whether the electoral system is really working for our neighbours to the South.
6. Aftermath
November 17, 2020
22 min
The American election is over, but the story is just beginning. 22 Minutes examines the outcomes. Plus, a COVID vaccine is on the horizon and a Canadian version of the Wiggles hits the air.
7. 190 Percent
November 24, 2020
22 min
With multiple COVID-19 vaccines set to hit the market, 22 Minutes examines the prospects. Plus an interview with Canadian Ambassador to the U.N. Bob Rae, a new ballet hits the stage, and more.
8. A COVID Christmas
December 1, 2020
22 min
As Canadians move cautiously towards the holidays, 22 Minutes explores how the Christmas season is shaping up to look a lot different this year.
9. Middle Finger Salute
January 5, 2021
22 min
22 Minutes takes a look back at the very best sketches from the very worst year.
10. Unnecessary Travel
January 12, 2021
22 min
With a new year underway, 22 Minutes reviews Canadian politicians' penchant for holiday travel. Plus, Susan Kent guest stars, updates from America, vaccine rollouts, and more!
11. Essential Spoils
January 19, 2021
22 min
As provinces introduce new COVID crackdowns, 22 Minutes takes a look at what Canadians consider to be ‘essential.’ Plus, Sex And The City gets a reboot, Caillou is cancelled, and more.
12. New Era
January 26, 2021
22 min
With a new President in the White House, 22 Minutes examines the state of Canada-U.S. relations in the Biden era. Plus, sea shanties rise in popularity, COVID-19 updates, and more.
13. Claiming Ownership
February 2, 2021
22 min
As the federal government clamps down on travel, 22 Minutes navigates the new rules. Plus, Patrick Roach (Trailer Park Boys) guest stars as Jason Kenney, a Canadian vaccine is in the works, and more.
14. Love Is In The Air
February 9, 2021
22 min
WIth Valentine’s Day just around the corner, 22 Minutes looks for love. Plus, Undercover Boss comes to Rideau Hall, Mrs. Enid returns, and more.
15. Reframing & Reopening
February 16, 2021
22 min
As the world continues to adapt to life during a pandemic, 22 Minutes puts pop culture under the microscope. Plus, provincial economies prepare to reopen, impeachment enters round two, and more.
16. Focus, Canada
February 23, 2021
22 min
With a world in crisis, 22 Minutes hones in on what's happening here at home. Plus, the search for a new Governor General gets underway, a new Canadian music documentary airs, and more
17. Party Down
March 2, 2021
22 min
As rumours of an election swirl, federal political parties try new ways of appealing to voters. 22 Minutes checks in. Plus, weddings in the time of COVID, Canada’s answer to K-Pop, and more.
18. Roll-Out Realities
March 9, 2021
22 min
With millions of Canadians on track to be vaccinated by June, 22 Minutes rolls up their sleeves to track the roll-out progress. Plus, Tim's eggs, US press briefings take a turn, and more.
