With the Progressive Conservatives confronting the impending closure of Oshawas General Motors plant, as well as a number of internal controversies, The Agenda takes a look at the art of governing through tough times. Then, examining the disappointment being felt by Franco-Ontarians after the government announced the cancellation of a French-language university and the closure of the French language services commissioner's office.

A record-high homicide rate in Toronto, and reports of assault at an elite private school in the city have received national media attention. The Agenda looks into the causes that are leading many young people in Ontario to commit acts of violence.