This Hour Has 22 Minutes: Season 28
Season 28 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of This Hour Has 22 Minutes Season 27.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 28 Progress Shield
What Happened While We Were Gone
Oct 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.
Second Wave
Oct 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
Sober October
Oct 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
Tricks, No Treats
Oct 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 t
The 2020 Blues
Nov 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
Aftermath
Nov 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
190 Percent
Nov 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 stag
A COVID Christmas
Dec 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.
Middle Finger Salute
Jan 5, 2021 · 22 min
22 Minutes takes a look back at the very best sketches from the very worst year.
Unnecessary Travel
Jan 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!
Essential Spoils
Jan 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 m
New Era
Jan 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.
Claiming Ownership
Feb 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 t
Love Is In The Air
Feb 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.
Reframing & Reopening
Feb 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
Focus, Canada
Feb 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
Party Down
Mar 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,
Roll-Out Realities
Mar 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, an
Lockdowniversary
Mar 16, 2021 · 22 min
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 g