This Hour Has 22 Minutes - Season 28

This Hour Has 22 Minutes

Season 28

2020 • 19 Episodes

Episodes

What Happened While We Were Gone - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

1. What Happened While We Were Gone

October 6, 2020

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.

Second Wave - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

2. Second Wave

October 13, 2020

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.

Sober October - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

3. Sober October

October 20, 2020

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.

Tricks, No Treats - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

4. Tricks, No Treats

October 27, 2020

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.

The 2020 Blues - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

5. The 2020 Blues

November 10, 2020

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.

Aftermath - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

6. Aftermath

November 17, 2020

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.

190 Percent - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

7. 190 Percent

November 24, 2020

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.

A COVID Christmas - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

8. A COVID Christmas

December 1, 2020

As Canadians move cautiously towards the holidays, 22 Minutes explores how the Christmas season is shaping up to look a lot different this year.

Middle Finger Salute - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

9. Middle Finger Salute

January 5, 2021

22 Minutes takes a look back at the very best sketches from the very worst year.

Unnecessary Travel - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

10. Unnecessary Travel

January 12, 2021

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!

Essential Spoils - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

11. Essential Spoils

January 19, 2021

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.

New Era - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

12. New Era

January 26, 2021

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.

Claiming Ownership - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

13. Claiming Ownership

February 2, 2021

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.

Love Is In The Air - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

14. Love Is In The Air

February 9, 2021

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.

Reframing & Reopening - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

15. Reframing & Reopening

February 16, 2021

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.

Focus, Canada - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

16. Focus, Canada

February 23, 2021

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

Party Down - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

17. Party Down

March 2, 2021

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.

Roll-Out Realities - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

18. Roll-Out Realities

March 9, 2021

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.

Season Finale - This Hour Has 22 Minutes

19. Season Finale

March 16, 2021

On the season finale, 22 Minutes reflects on the one year anniversary of COVID-19 in Canada. Plus, a new emergency room procedural, Hudson & Rex changes direction, and Susan Kent guest stars!