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Saturday Night Live celebrates their 50th anniversary. Host Nav Nanwa speaks with Canadian comedian and SNL alumnus Mark McKinney about his time on the show as a writer and cast member.
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health unit says nearly three thousand students face suspension orders. Those students are in grades 4, 5, and 6 and have missing or incomplete vaccination records. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Dr. Colin Lee about the situation. He is the associate Medical Officer of Health with the health unit.
The washed-up hull of a shipwrecked boat has washed up on the shore of Lake Erie. It is thought to be from the 19th century and could possibly be one of hundreds of shipwrecks at the bottom of the Great Lakes. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Jeff Vidler, someone who has been studying this shipwreck for some time, about the intricate predicament.
The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre in Midland is urging visitors to refrain from hand-feeding chickadees, due to the spread of the H5N1 avian flu. The visitors are used to around with handfuls of birdseed and having chickadees swoop down to feed. We spoke with Craig Pezik about the situation. He is the Stewardship & Conservation Manager at the Wye Marsh Conservation Centre in Midland, Ontario.
Between 2016 and 2021, the town of Innisfil saw an almost 50% increase in its newcomer population. That creates a lot of different needs including for more diverse language collections and services at the local library. To better understand those needs, the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library is inviting residents to participate in a new survey, to gather more information on those needs. We spoke to Mandy Pethick, director of Public and Information Services at the library, about the new found dilemma
A new shelter in Cobourg just opened before new year, but not without controversies. The Transition House offers 35 emergency shelter spaces, a significant upgrade from the previous location. But the excitement is clouded by a by-law enacted last year that puts conditions on shelters and transitional housing. To get a better perspective on the situation, we spoke to Ike Nwibe about it. He is the Executive Director of the Transition House Coalition of Northumberland.
Hundreds of pets across the province were adopted over the holiday season through the Ontario SPCA's iAdopt for the holidays campaign. We spoke to community outreach coordinator Natalie Harris about how the campaign worked! She is based out of Orillia.
Host Nav Nanwa spoke to the winner of a prestigious Schulich Builders scholarship, Andy Jiang, about his pursuant career in HVAC Technology at Georgian College.
Coming out of a contentious US Presidential Election, it might feel like civil conversation is in short supply. To tackle this, The Cornwall Interfaith Partnership is presenting a discussion called 'Civil Conversations for a Healthy Democracy' on Saturday at the Cornwall Public Library. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with moderator Senator Bernadette Clement about the upcoming discussion.
Comedian Deb Kimmett will be returning to Belleville and Tamworth, sprinkling her years of accumulated wisdom with some welcome wit. Host na Nanwa talked it up with her about what it means to be back in Ontario Morning country.
Libraries have all kinds of functions that they didn't used to have. Maybe you've seen a recording studio at a local library, or a 3D printer. Our Producer Paul Mcgeowan got to get a first person look at the new stuff happening at Trent University's Bata Library… a canoe building room!
A new show on TVO Kids is profiling jobs that young people may not have known about.
Showcasing trades like an arborist, an ironworker, or goldsmith, they are hoping to bring awareness to these jobs right from the beginning. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Akeylah James, co-host of the show, for a sneak peak at “Trading Skills.”
Inspired by family history, Kingston writer Judii Merle's new novel follows a young Anishanaabe woman from the 1600s named Sigwin, who's struggling to keep her heritage alive. Host Nav Nanwa has had a conversation with the author about the story.
Donald Trump will be the 47th President after defeating Vice President Kamala Harris. It's a result that is certainly being felt near Ontario Morning Country, particularly in the North Country area of upstate New York. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Reporter and Assistant News Director of North Country Public Radio, Emily Russell, about the electoral conclusion.
Manitoba's first Indigenous judge. Murray Sinclair died yesterday at the age of 73.
He will be remembered as a pillar of Canada's attempt at reconciliation and his impact as Chancellor of Queen's University. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Queen's principal Patrick Deane about his legacy.
It's National Skilled Trade and Technology week and we're using the occasion to look at the growth of trades in Ontario. On today's segment, Loyalist College is appealing to potential future students as early as elementary school by connecting science with the trades; showing what an education in the trades could look like. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to dean of Interdisciplinary Studies at Loyalist College in Belleville, Chad Murray, about the initiative.
Yesterday, we spoke with Transition House about a recent reduction in capacity from 22 spots down to 10 and about the fact that a Town of Cobourg bylaw was standing in the way of a new, expanded shelter on Division Street. Cobourg is currently in discussion with Northumberland County about parts of that bylaw. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Cobourg’s Warden Brian Ostrander about the whole situation. Brian is also the Mayor of Brighton.
Heidi Schreck has probably thought more about the United States Constitution than most average Americans. As a teenager, she won enough speech and debate competitions about the Constitution to pay her way through college. Now she’s turned her debate experience, and insights, into a play at Soulpepper Theatre in Toronto. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to Heidi while she was in Brooklyn.
During National Skilled Trade and Technology Week, We're going to speak to kids, parents, and to schools about what they think about the trades! But first Nav, Nanwa spoke to CEO of Skills Ontario Ian Howcroft, an organization that promotes skilled trades and technologies.
Every Monday, we start your week with a journey through Ontario Morning country to get a sense of the music coming out of our listening area. Today we chatted with Platinum selling artist and award-winning producer Tebey who had just released a new duet with Tenille Arts. Host Nav Nanwa had a delightful conversation with him about his career and meeting the Jonas Brothers.
Cobourg’s only emergency shelter was forced to downsize last week from 22 to 16 spaces then down to just 10. The reduction in spaces comes as colder weather is beginning to set in and as the town and Northumberland County try to agree on who assumes liability for that shelter. Nav Nanwa spoke to Meaghan Macdonald, board chair of Transition House, about the current situation.
Kawartha Lakes Food Source is four days into their ‘reverse advent calendar’ food drive for 2024 and they are ready to help spread that Christmas spirit. Host Nav Nanwa got to partake in the fun with Executive director Heather Kirby.
Every Monday, we start your week with a journey through Ontario Morning country to get a sense of the music coming out of our listening area. Today's artist is someone who was once described by CBC's Tom Power as 'one of the shining jewels in the crown of Canadian songwriters. Host Nav Nanwa got to sit down and speak with singer/songwriter Jadea Kelly and her latest project..
Canada's first Prime Minister has long been an important figure of Canadian history and in his adopted hometown of Kingston. Lately however, there's been a public discussion of Sir John A Macdonald's life and legacy ,particularly with regard to Indigenous peoples.
In 2015, a performance art series in Kingston explored different views of Canada's first Prime Minister. This week, there is an updated version of that performance art series returning to City Park. Host NavNanwa spoke to co curator of Talkin' Back to Johnny Mac, Erin Sutherland, about the recent changes.
The official matchup for homecoming at Queen's this weekend is the Gaels against the Waterloo Warriors. As the weekend looms, the Kingston community is on alert against the student celebrations to follow. Host Nan Nanwa spoke to Inspector Greg Sands about the precautions being taken. He's with the Kingston Police Service.
The Saugeen Shores Community Church in Port Elgin will be celebrating their annual 'Pumpkin Drop’ this weekend. Host Nav Nanwa spoke at great lengths about this cherished celebration with Pastor Gary Harvey.
The Kingston Art Tour is all about becoming part of the art. Local artist Joanne Gervais wanted to create a uniquely eclectic range of art experiences for people to enjoy around town. Among the many cultural events on the Kingston Art Tour will be an encounter with Vikings. These ones have come not from Scandinavia, but rather from Gatineau. Host Nav Nanwa had a fun chat with both Joane and the Jarl of Hafn Hullsborg.
You might remember our conversation with Huntsville councilor Bob Stone. He talked about the town offering riverfront homes and $80-thousand dollar return-of-service agreements. As nice as that sounds, a local facebook group thinks there might be something more to offer. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Karen Patterson, founder of the Huntsville And Friends Help Out Group on facebook, about the extra bonus.
The Port Elgin Pumpkinfest begins this week for all your pumpkin carvings and cravings! A highlight of it is the growing competition as local farmers show off their biggest sunflowers,squash, tomatoes, and of course, pumpkins! HosT Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to Doug Court who is competing with the best from his garden.
Writer and director Megan Park released her film “My Old Ass” this week for cinemas all over North America. The movie was filmed in and takes place in Muskoka and is filled with Can-con Pride. Host Nav Nanwa, got the insider scoop about the film from Meagan.
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls will be presenting 11 shows across the province this weekend. It's all about sharing big music in small places. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with the executive director of the festival, Mark Monahan, about it.
Forty children in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton are waiting for a Big Brother or Sister. The local agency says it's had to pause intake because of a lack of volunteers and a shortage of funding. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Janice Balfour, the executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kawartha-Lakes Haliburton, about the shortage.
We've been bringing you stories about the need for music venues across our listening area. Due to sudden venue closures or make-shift performance areas requiring permits, finding a place to play within our communities is challenging.Large scale festivals like Peterborough Musicfest are also concerned. Although it managed to host its 38th season this past summer, organizers want a new stage built at Del Crary Park. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Tracey Randall, the Executive Director of Peterborough Musicfest, about the turmoil.
After months of being closed, the LaSalle Causeway is set to reopen. Now a report, obtained by CBC through freedom of information laws, provides an expert opinion on what caused part of the bridge to buckle. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to CBC's Dan Taekema about the findings.
The Doctor Is In: The struggle of internationally trained physicians to find work.
Change is coming to how Simcoe County Paramedics respond to calls.
It's Banned Books Week, and the Innisfil Library is encouraging people to read.
Municipalities are using different approaches to entice doctors to come to their town sometimes with big signing bonuses,houses, and even golf club memberships. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Peterborough healthcare advancement coordinator, Lori Richey, about what the city is offering.
The 16th annual Kingston Writersfest begins this week with a new twist. A new event called Homecoming will kick off the festival starring artist and activist Danny Ramadan. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with him in the studio.
A Kincardine monument to Dr. Solomon Secord has been dismantled, after a year-long public debate about his complicated history. But another monument, to the same doctor, will remain up. Host Navnanwa gets to the bottom of the weird situation while talking with the mayor of Kincardine, Kenneth Craig.
Bradford council voted 5 to 4 during a committee meeting against Jalsa Salana, the Muslim conference in the country, coming back in 2025. This comes despite being considered a success in terms of attendees and economic benefits to the area. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Safwan Choudhry, spokesperson with Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at, about the decision.
The Early Bird Barber Shop officially opened in Lefroy, near Innisfil with a focus on bringing back the old school barbershop experience. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to Marco Conetta and learning about the old and the new.
The Ontario PCs held on to their seat in the Bay of Quinte yesterday with candidate Tyler Allsopp pulling in close to 39 per cent of the vote. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Hollie Pratt-Campbell, co-publisher of Quinteist, about the results.
The music symphony, Tracing Colville, is being celebrated in the Netherlands’ 80th anniversary of the Liberation. Based on a diary and art/ work of late war artist Alex Colville that documented the Canadian experience in World War 2, the first two movements will be played and highlighted in the Liberation Concert Series as one of the four prominent countries that took part in the Second World War. Host Nav Nanwa reached the Canadian composer behind the music, Dean Burry, in the Dutch city of Nijmegen to talk about the story and music.
The Michelin Guide Toronto 2024 was recently released and, although most restaurants were in the GTA, one restaurant earned a star on the guide list in Clearview Township (originally a village called Creemore). The Pine celebrated the good news And we got the scoop about the night from our man behind the board, James Tulloch.
WHY IT'S POSSIBLE is a one woman show that explores a mother navigating her parental role as her child transitions between genders. It is a new play premiering in Kingston that explores that ubiquitous struggle in a topical context of when a child embraces a different gender. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Kingston local playwright, Sophia Fabilli, about her work.
'NO DRESS REHEARSAL' is the new docuseries covering the Kingston band “The Tragically Hip” which was released recently on Amazon Prime. The band has long been considered a symbol of Canadian culture., and now, since the death of frontman Gord Downie, audiences will be able to get a more intimate look at the Hip's journey from small town band to cultural icons. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to director Mike Downie, brother of the late Gord Downie, about why he needed to tell this story now.
Student consultations at the Trillium Lakelands District School Board last spring showed that kids felt that their learning was being disrupted by bullying. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Wes Hahn, the director of learning with the Trillium Lakelands District School Board, about how they plan to tackle this problem area.
Rod Carley's “RUFF” tackles a fictional telling of William Shakespeare tackling issues of equality, gender, justice and censorship. If this sounds like a lot to take in, Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of talking to the author about the whole idea for the book and why it's a book you need to read.
New data says that the Peterborough Wolfe Street "bridge housing" is making a difference. City council heard recently that police calls to the former unhoused encampment site are down 96% since the modular cabins went in. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Debbie Carriere, executive director of the Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough, to help break down all the numbers. The agency oversees the Wolfe Street community.
We heard from candidates last week about being caught off-guard by the timing of this byelection and how it left little time to put things in motion. Elections Ontario has also been under the very same time crunch as they get the region ready to vote. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Christine McIvor, Returning Officer in the Bay of Quinte, about how it all goes down in the background.
The Blue Mountains Public Library is looking to digitize a popular book in their collection due to its deteriorating state. The book "An Illustrated History of Collingwood Township" is often taken out regularly which leads to a lot of wear and tear as well as missing copies. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Jennifer Murley, CEO of The Blue Mountains Public Library, about its stardom.
Turkey Farmers of Canada are looking to bring Thanksgiving to new Canadian citizens that are unfamiliar with the thanksgiving tradition. How do they do it? Well, it's all happening through a turkey contest!. We spoke to Liam Lewis, chef ambassador for the national industry contest, about the upcoming event.
Following the recent violent act at the Integrated Care Hub in Kingston, the injection site remained closed this week as the investigation continues. But Kingston mayor Brian Paterson wants it to be permanent. He called for the care hub to shut down and for the nearby encampment to be cleared. We spoke with long time volunteer, Pam Gray, for her perspective
Quinte Conservation wants to help you get an even healthier dose of nature through offering wellness activities in the woodlands, to boost the benefits of being outdoors. It's launching a series of events, encouraging people to take in nature and also work out while there. We spoke to Lindsay Nash, Quinte Conservation outreach and stewardship coordinator, about how it works and why you have to be there.
The Occurrence, the name of a jigsaw-puzzle making factory,gallery, and store, came to town from Haliburton this past summer. The owners, Brigitte Gall and Michael Bainbridge, are greeting the new neighbors with a made-in-Merrickville puzzle which features a painting of the town. Host Nav Nanway talked to owner Brigitte Gall about what started this jigsaw journey.
The More Grass lawn bowling tournament in Owen Sound is the "world’s first cannabis-friendly lawn bowling tournament." They are inviting people to participate and smoke Marijuana for the tournament this coming weekend. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to tournament organizer, John Fearnall, about the event.
Seven candidates are vying for the provincial seat in the Bay of Quinte byelection on September 19 to replace Progressive Conservative Todd Smith. PC candidate Tyler Allsop did not respond to our request for an interview. However, we did provide excerpts of Tyler Allsop's remarks from a candidates' debate held by the Belleville Chamber of Commerce this week.
Businesses in Barrie are being warned about a new type of scam targeting local businesses. Local police say that two businesses fell victim to scammers who asked for bitcoin to pay for delivery charges. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Detective Constable Kris Nicholson about the situation. He’s with the Barrie Police Fraud Unit.
One week from now, voters in Belleville, Quinte West, and Prince Edward County will go to the polls to choose a replacement for former Bay of Quinte M-P-P Todd Smith. Today, Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Liberal candidate Sean Kelly about his platform. He is a morning radio host in the region, and now a Belleville city councilor.
The landmark in Del Crary park has paving bricks honoring Peterborians who contribute to cultural life in the city. Among the new names is one many Ontario Morning listeners will remember frequent tech and weather reader John Lewis. John retired from CBC a number of years ago, But he's remained very busy with his passion project, showcasing Peterborough musicians on the local community access tv channel. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of talking to him about this incredible achievement.
Recently on the program we spoke to a gun control advocate about the need for stronger enforcement of Bill C-21 to reduce the death by domestic violence. However, gun rights lobbyists contend that the bill should be repealed. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Tracey Wilson, spokesperson for the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights, about her views on the bill and why the push for a repeal.
We are just over a week away from the provincial byelection in the Bay of Quinte. There are seven candidates in the running to replace M-P-P Todd Smith after he resigned a few months ago. Host Nav Nanwa has been speaking to the leading 4 candidates and today he was joined by NDP candidate Amanda Robertson to discuss her platform. She is also the vice chair of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.
A young mother in Scotland leaves her children outside a pub and sail across the Atlantic to start a new life all over the rural parts of Ontario country. Decades later, descendant Jamie Lees spent 20 years piecing the story together and is now taking it back to scotland. The story is soon to be adapted into an exhibition in Dundee, Scotland along with a play and even a graphic novel. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to her about this incredible journey.
Untapped 60 is the new book written by Canada's only above-knee full-time firefighter and his best friend. It is the story of a firefighter, a life altering experience, and a profound shift in perspective. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to His best friend and co-author Jarett Robertson about the story.
An Owen Sound teen is missing the beginning of the school year because her service dog was not approved in time.
THE DOCTOR IS IN: Part 1
A 30-year-old cold case returns to the Barrie court.
Port Hope elementary teacher, Kelly-Anne Jennings, is facing multiple charges including sexual assault and possession of child pornography. These charges allegedly involve students at the school where she taught. She was a Grade 8 teacher at St. Anthony Catholic Elementary School which is a part of the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board. We spoke to Steven O'Sullivan about the current developments. He is the Catholic Board's Director of Education.
We are a few weeks away from the Bay of Quinte byelection and all four major provincial parties have confirmed their candidates.They have just under two weeks left to make their case after the sudden departure of M-P-P and Education Minister Todd Smith.
We spoke to the co-publisher of Quinteist, Hollie Pratt-Campbell, about the upcoming election. Quinteist is a local online news publication.
As the weather cools down, sometimes it can be very easy to keep indoors for comfort. But there are benefits to getting outside in all seasons. We spoke to Naomi Saunders about its benefits and what I can do to help boost health levels. She is the manager of environmental education at the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority.
The Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium, which is responsible for planning school bus routes, has been unable to strike a deal with school bus operators. That has left families searching for ways to get their kids to school. It's causing headaches for families not just logistically, but financially as well. We spoke to Shawna Walker, a mother of two kids in the renfrew catholic board, to get a personal introspective on the issue.
You might have heard our previous conversation with an Ontario canola grower. They were reacting to the news that China has announced plans to start an anti-dumping investigation into canola imports from Canada. It comes on the heels of Canada's move to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. However, standing firm, Ottawa says high tariffs are essential to protecting jobs, and the future of the auto sector in this country. For his thoughts on Canada's position, we spoke to Energy and Climate journalist Markham Hislop about the whole situation.
'Poets of Nogojiwanong' is a new online database featuring information about local poets and spoken word artists. It is meant to create a legacy archive highlighting the literary talent who live in Peterborough, and is the brainchild of the city's poet laureate Ziysah von Bieberstein. We spoke to them today about the database.
Haliburton County's "accommodation tax" comes into effect next month. The tax is supposed to target short-term stays like hotel bookings and cottage rentals. This is the second time this is to hit the Ontario cottage country. We spoke to the mayor of the Township of Lake of Bays, Terry Glover, about the new tax accreditations.
After Canada imposed steep tariffs on Chinese steel, aluminum and electric vehicles, Beijing has opened an investigation into Canadian canola. They are accusing Canada of dumping cut rate products on the Chinese market. Many suspect that will result in steep tariffs from their side which could affect the encroaching canola harvest season. We spoke to one of the canola farmers, Jennifer Doelman, about how it affects the upcoming harvest.
Hollay Ghadery's new book “Widow Fantasies” explores what life would be like for her without her husband. It is a collection of stories and thoughts she and many other women have had towards their spouses from quite the unique perspective. All that and more in the Ontario Morning Book Column!
Mayor of Wasaga Beach, Brian Smith, is looking to transfer ownership of Wasaga Beach to the Ministry of Tourism to take over stewardship. For decades, Ontario's Parks Ministry has been the administrator of the lakefront, now the mayor plans to change that. We spoke to him about his proposed redevelopment plans.
Fire prevention - Greater disability support in Peterborough - Plastic Pet Peeves - Farmerettes at Blythe Theatre
West Nile Virus concerns -- Minister of Education resigns -- craft breweries struggle to stay afloat -- Christmas in August comes to Port Hope
Kicha Holden and Hillary Burke are the co-directors of Carnival North in Belleville and Collingwood.
They give guest host Allison Devereaux a preview of how the festival is celebrating Caribbean culture.
Elliot Page's new movie Close to You premieres in theaters today...
It was filmed -- and is set -- in Coburg.
If you see it, keep an eye out for King Street's Black Cat Cafe as it trades in lattes for a starring role on the big screen.
Tanya Earle is the owner of Black Cat Cafe in Cobourg, which makes an appearance in the film.
She spoke with guest host Allison Devereaux about being a part of the movie.
Brett Christopher is the director of Mary's Wedding, and Maev Beaty plays Mary.
They first performed together in a Kingston high school, and now, 30 years later, they’re reunited on the professional stage.
Guest host Allison Devereaux learns how the new production of Mary's Wedding in Gananoque became a full-circle moment for the former classmates.
Summer shortages are currently hitting the Bruce Peninsula food bank.
Major Mary Millar is a Corps Officer with The Wiarton Salvation Army.
She tells us why donations dip this time of year and what's needed to help fill the shelves.
The countdown is on to the Little League Championships!
Tori Boshart is the President of the Kingston Baseball Association.
She explains what makes this event a home run and what fans can look forward to this baseball season.
Perhaps you've seen foxes trotting about your region this summer.
But not all are in fine form.
Monika Melichar is the director of Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary in Minden.
She tells us how the sanctuary who's helping treat foxes with mange.
If camping is on the horizon this summer but you have questions, Scouts Canada has created a camping tipline to help newbies survive camping.
The number is 1-844-SCOUT-10
Julianne Hazlewood talks with Mike Eybel, a spokesperson with Scouts Canada.
A Creemore resident says she's received notice that public workers are coming to mow down the flowers she planted for the bees.
Julianne Hazlewood speaks with Brenna Lattimore about what she's heard from Clearview Township.
After this week's eviction of homeless folks on city property, and confusion at city hall, we try to get some answers.
Julianne Hazlewood speaks with Peterborough councilor Alex Bierk.
The first ever Apple Tree Symposium - Indigenous Identity Fraud - Compensation for Migrant Workers - Local Cheesemonger competes at National level
Wasaga Beach car rallies- A new play from the archives in Trent Valley- Bayfield books remembers Alice Munro- Lennox & Addington bus tours for local residents
The Canadian Canoe Museum re-opens in Peterborough and Pembroke retiree Jenny Croft shares her personal experience with 'inflation isolation'
Pickleball court pushback in Peterborough, three minute thesis champion from Queen's University and efforts to bring back programs cut from Flemming College.
How Kingston is handling its population growth, A new app that may save lives and Belleville's head of the transit committee on their new bus routes.
Kingston city council is considering a new approach to planning, transportation, and infrastructure.
It's to prepare for the city's expected growth in the coming decades... toward a population that's expected to reach more than 220,000 by 2051.
A new report is calling for a visionary and strategic approach to that future growth.
Laura Flaherty is the Planning Services project manager for City of Kingston and one of the authors of the report.
While the province wants more affordable childcare spaces for families, local counties are struggling to make this vision happen.
Samantha Zuercher is Simcoe County's director of children services.
She tells us what happens if space isn't made.
Midwives in Ontario are getting more powers from the province.
Leda McDonald is midwife from Midland.
She explains what this means for the hundreds of parents- to- be in need of health care.
Ontario's wild turtles are already an endangered species.
Recently their existence seems to be threatened by pet turtles.
We hear more about the domestic invasion of turtles into natural habitats from Johanna Rumney is the animal care co-ordinator at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre in Midland.
As of July 12th, you'll be able to drive some 400 series highways at the new speed limit of 110 km/h.
Lewis Smith is a member of the Canada Safety Council.
He shares his perspective on this decision...and what it could mean for road safety.
Libraries are not just a place to borrow books, but a place where communities gather.
So the Barrie Public Library hired a community navigator to help the city's vulnerable individuals using the institution.
We spoke to social worker Ayesha Karim-Mian about her new position.
Deborah Howe is a homicide detective from Barrie Police who also wears a different hat - as a family liaison officer.
She tells us about her role entering a family's life when their world has turned upside down.
Author Nicola Ross takes us to the Bruce Trail, in which she walks from Niagara to Tobermory in her own creative way in her newly released book: 40 Days & 40 Hikes
She talked to us about how she covered 900 kilometers and why she decided to write a book about it.
Last January Port Hope's council decided to look for a twin city among Ukrainian municipalities. It found Nadvirna, a town on the western side of the country, not far from the Carpathian Mountains. We spoke to the Mayor of Port Hope, Olena Hankivsky, about this budding relationship.
The Theatre of Orangeville is playing an original play called The Darktown Strutters' Ball. The play takes the audience on a musical journey, honoring artists from Nat King Cole to Bob Marley. Playwright Leslie McCurdy was overjoyed to chat with us about the show.
After 30 years of volunteering, Joanne Langlois has become the new United Way campaign chair for Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington. We spoke to her about her plans for the role, and where she sees the greatest needs right now.
Huron County is hoping to keep its residents close to home. It launched a campaign to retain its working age residents, starting with two billboards. We spoke to Clara Leney, a workforce coordinator for Huron County, about how the campaign is going.
Innisfil resident Ninko Pangilinan was recently seen on season two of Canada's Ultimate Challenge. The reality TV competition features twenty players, divided into five teams, facing incredible physical challenges in obstacle races all across the country. We spoke to Ninko about his experience.
The Youth Haven Centre in Barrie is set to be demolished next month to make way for a bigger facility. The new space will have increased capacity and access to services like healthcare. We spoke with Lucy Gowers, the executive director at Youth Haven, about the renovations.
Each year, hundreds of people die in workplace accidents in Canada. Tragically, many were preventable. This weekend, Johanna LeRoux, mother of Michael LeRoux, will be sharing her son’s story at an event to mark the annual National Day of Mourning on Sunday.
For almost 20 years the international event has been inviting all lovers of rivers, lakes and oceans to connect with the paddling world through film.Now the festival makes a Stop in Orillia this weekend. We spoke to Dave Mitchell, Director for Associate Members, about the event.
Local news highlights from April 25, 2024 edition of ONTARIO MORNING:
KINCARDINE PIER SAFETY
After two decades of fatal and near-fatal drowning incidents, Kincardine is looking at pier safety upgrades. City councillor and chair of the Ad-hoc Pier Safety Committee Rory Cavanagh described what is coming to improve water safety in the area.
TINY TOWNSHIP, BIGGER BUILDING
Tiny Township is growing -- and so are the needs of its council. But a $27 million dollar new municipal office building is too much for some residents, who have been protesting the project. Mayor David Evans explains why bigger spaces are becoming necessary for small communities like his.
BIRD BARN SWANS
The Harrison Park bird barn in Owen Sound has long been a haven for feathered friends, but now a biologist is recommending to council that some of the majestic royal swans may be allowed to die off. We hear why, from Environment and Climate Change Canada's Christopher Sharp, a population management biologist .
Prince Edward County has recruited six new physicians and introduced a pilot project that included significant funding for the overwhelming paperwork doctors have to deal with. Now current doctors are taking on new clients and the county has renewed the project. We spoke with Adam Hambly, the head of Physician Recruitment with Prince Edward County Family Health Team, about it.
Trent University and Fleming College are now partnering with SpacesShared to tackle affordable housing for students. SpacesShared matches students with older hosts for a home sharing arrangement. We spoke to Jen Coulter, the director of student housing and residence life at Trent University, about how it works.
Richard Peddie's life is a journey filled with curiosity. Now this curiosity has taken him to small towns across Ontario like Picton and Huntsville to find out how they are preserving their history and what makes them so resilient. We spoke to him about his chronicles.
The Keep Refillery in Kingston is tackling plastics in a big way. They've diverted hundreds of thousands of bottles from landfills in just 4 short years. We spoke with the owner, Jacquie Rushlow, about her war against plastics.
Bradford West Gwillimbury Library is celebrating Sikh Heritage Month with the works of Canadian artist Kanwar Singh. Singh's Art of Punjab exhibit allows people to view his art with a lens towards sikh culture and history. It's meant to recognize the important contributions that Sikh Canadians have made to the province's cultural fabric. We spoke to Kanwar Singh themselves for details.
The City of Kawartha Lakes has confirmed cases of pertussis, which is also known as the whooping cough. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit is now warning parents about the illness that touches the most vulnerable among us. We spoke with Marianne Rock, the manager of communicable disease prevention and control, about the rising danger.
The Mayor of Haldimand County is rejecting the accusations from the Minister of Municipal Affairs about their failure to reach housing targets. The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Paul Callandra sent a letter to the County accusing them of failing to meet the target and The county has demanded a recount. We spoke to Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley, about the accusations.
A small group in Merrickville-Wolford Township celebrated a huge victory against the town council vote to ban the pride flag. It came after a motion to prohibit the flag from being flown at Town Hall which was meant to declare June as Pride Month. We spoke to Carlson Card, an advocate who spoke up at the council meeting against the ban, about the celebration.
Many local business owners expressed their fears and frustrations about a budding homeless tent encampment showing up in the heart of downtown Peterborough core. Now the Trinity Center decided to respond to those fears. Christian Harvey, the executive director, gave us his perspective.
Recently, Peterborough finished building a complex of tiny homes for 50 homeless people after shutting down an contentious tent encampment on Wolfe Street. But now there are renewed fears and frustrations of another tent city popping up at Trinity Centre, a social agency site run by One City Peterborough. We spoke to Joel Wieba, Vice President of the Peterborough and Kawartha Chamber of Commerce, about these echoed frustrations.
A mini forest project is developing in Smiths Falls as 300 trees will be planted in Corbett Park across from its new play structure. The project is driven by the Rideau Environmental Action League with the help of the town and local volunteers. We spoke with Lead Project Organizer, David Thornley, about the project.
The Kingston Symphony is holding their annual vinyl sale all this weekend.
Longtime volunteer Dan Murphy went 'on the record' to highlight some of the musical gems in the massive record collection.
Feeling the pain when you pay for your grocery bills ?
You're not alone.
A Reddit post that encourages customers to boycott Loblaws has over 52 thousand signatures.....including that of Lisa Peterson, an Innisfil pig farmer.
She talks about what the boycott it could mean to her and other farmers.
Swifties will soon have their 'wildest dreams' come true at Queen's University thanks to a new course being offered in the fall.
We spoke to Swiftie professor Mohamed Khimji, who told us all about Law (Taylor's Version).
Yesterday morning, we told you about the Cornwall council's decision NOT to look at a local developer's proposal to build what they believe to be a big , affordable housing complex in the city.
We hear from the developer, JC Godard, on the rejection and what's next.
A 19th century fur trader and former British Indian Department employee will be removed from the Orillia Hall of Fame after it was discovered that he had controversial views towards indigenous people, AND wasn't actually from Orillia.
Chuck Penny is the chair of the hall of fame's commemorative award committee.
He broke down this decision and what this means for other figures of the hall of fame.
If you're in the Barrie area and have been struggling to find a family doctor, some relief is on the way: a new pharmacist walk-in clinic is opening in the city.
We check in with pharmacist on call, Qaiser Hassan.
While everyone's rushing to put shovels on the ground for affordable housing, the Town of Cornwall is turning down a housing project from a local developer to build an affordable apartment complex with 400 units. We spoke with Cornwall Mayor Justin Towndale to explain the decision.
The town of Collingwood is now being urged to drop animal control service from the Bylaw. Instead, they plan to lean on the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to take over. We spoke with Collingwood Mayor Yvonne Hamlin about the change in structure.
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Fairy Day Games is a children's imaginative story that allows readers to enter the wonderful and magical world of fairies. This comes after the success of her first book: A Fairy On My Sleeve. Grey Highlands author Mari Sherkin gave us the scoop.
The future needs of policing in Northumberland County will be discussed later today at county council. With expected population growth, increasing social challenges, and public scrutiny towards public safety services, County Council members will hear a presentation from a consulting firm about potential scenarios for policing in the area for the next 15 years. Brian Ostrander, the Warden for Northumberland County and the Mayor of Brighton, spoke to us before the meeting.
Orillia has recently installed drilling accommodations from northern Alberta as a new housing area for the homeless population in their city. This comes just after the new Tiny homes development project out in peterborough has come with a lot of success. They too think this will be a helpful way to appease the growing unhoused population in the city. General Manager of Social and Community Services for Simcoe County, Mina Fayez-Bahgat, told us more on this development.
Earlier this month Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced $1 billion-dollar of funding over the next 5 years. However, no specifics have been released as of yet. Brenda Moore is the Board Chair of the Kingston Food Sharing Project, who is watching to see what the budget will be for the national food program that feeds 16 000 students. We spoke to her about the situation.
Rising Basketball star, Aaliyah Edwards, was officially drafted as the 6th pick for the Washington Mystics as a forward for the team. The Kingston native is a two-time all-American with the NCAA, with a number of accolades in her career. We were elated to celebrate with her and this achievement.
The City of Kingston has been awarded $3.2 million dollars for blowing past the province's housing targets. Mayor Bryan Paterson joined us to talk about the strategy and how they’ll be using this extra cash.
The City of Kingston and the downtown B-I-A have decided to install a synthetic ice surface in the downtown core of ice rinks. We spoke with Marijo Cuerrier, the executive Director of the BIA, about the reason behind the change from traditional to synthetic.
The Erie Street Community Church in Collingwood will soon have to scale back its hours after the site was found unhygienic and food contaminated. We spoke to Rhonda Day, head of the Mobile Soup Kitchen ,which stocks the pantry, about this decision.
The Young Town Museum in Omemee,later Lindsay, was Trevor Hosier’s love letter to Rock N Roll from the 50s, 60s and 70s. The museum, named after Neil Young, featured items from Young as well as personally owned and worn items from the likes of John Lennon,Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Knicks, just to name a few. We spoke to Trevor Hosier about the timeless museum.
This Week, House Leader Paul Calandra said Ontario will support the NDP’s Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic Act. The decision is an about-face for the Progressive Conservative government who rejected the recommendation last year. We spoke with Kirsten Mercer, counsel for the group 'End Violence Against Women Renfrew County', about the inquest.
Gothic Huron: Heroes, Rogues, Murders, Daring, Bawdy Houses and Other Tales is a book about the death cult period of Huron county. It speaks of tales of heroic and villainous deeds while diving into the county’s fascination with death and tragedy of the Victorian Era. We spoke to Author David Yates about this gothic revelation.
Students at Lakehead University are learning the skills required to build a successful business from the Ingenuity incubator. To find out more about the program, we spoke to Sidney Howlet, a recent graduate successfully launched her climate change business, about how it helped build her business.
A new bylaw in Coburg that puts conditions on local homeless shelter operation had put many shelters and transitional housing in jeopardy with its restrictions and conditions. This has spurred much discourse that has echoed on the show from Ike Nwibe, the Executive Director of Transitional House. That being said, Coburg Mayor Lucas Cleveland spoke with us to give his perspective.
Kelley Ward, the founder of Lost Boys Hope, runs an animal rescue organization based in Barrie that's been saving cats and dogs from Ontario to Manitoba. We spoke to her about her business.
The goal of Green Bowl Foods is to take leftovers and create something nutritious and good for the environment. That could mean taking the pulp from carrots or the barley from brewed beer and “upcycling” the ingredients into a wholesome meal. We spoke with owner Max Jamshidian, about their business.
Three Orillia women embark on a journey of help from mother to mother
The Mom Collective is a volunteer organization powered by social media, and created by 3 local women. It was created as a space for women in Orillia to find support during or after a crisis strikes. We spoke to Amy Scully, one of the founders, about her organization.
Irrepressible: Yukon's Martha Black is a book chronicling the journey of the second congresswoman elected to the house of Commons, Marth Black. From her unconventional life as a businesswoman to congress woman, Author Enid Mallory tells all.
Recently, the city of Kingston enacted a ban on daytime camping in their effort to manage the homeless encampment at city parks. Now the town of Cobourg has introduced a new bylaw that puts conditions on shelters and transitional housing. It's called the Emergency Care Establishment By-law. We spoke to Ike Nwibe, the Executive Director of the Transition House Coalition of Northumberland, about the effects of this new law.
In January of 2024, snowboarder Liam Brearley took home his first gold medal in the slopestyle event at the International Ski and Snowboard Federation World Cup in Switzerland. Now the 21 year old recently took home Canada’s first Crystal Globe Trophy in a slopestyle competition. We've reached him in Whistler, BC where he's training.
Dr. Andrew Tennenztap recently found a new and more reliable method for fresh water testing. This new method is said to break down the molecular DNA of a water source to make it easy to track changes right to their origin. We spoke with him about this amazing discovery.
An influx of churches in Bracebridge have relinquished ownership of local cemeteries. That in turn has created financial pressure for the town which is more than the town can bear. The council is asking the province to step in with a financial boost to ease the burden. We spoke to Mayor Rick Maloney about his plight about the situation.
Six years ago Jodi McDaniel signed up for the AncestryDNA test program for health reasons. What she didn't expect was that it would lead her on a journey towards a family member she never met before, her biological father. McDaniel joined us to tell the story.
The students at Georgian College are hosting a special Royal Tea party to support kids who have lost a loved one. They’ve partnered with the Seasons Centre for Grieving Children for this event. We spoke to one of the college students, Kendra Siebert, and a guest, Honestie Slessor, about the upcoming event.
For the first time in over 70 years, the Napanee Beaver is no longer a family-owned paper. Managing Editor Adam Prudhomme assumed ownership of the local paper which has been serving the local community since 1870. We spoke to him about this momentous achievement.
Superior Court Judge Robert Centa ruled that the Safe Streets Act violates the presumption of innocence and prohibits panhandling in certain locations which violates freedom of expression rights. Barrie Councillor, Keenan Aylwin, spoke to us about the ruling.
Councilors in the Town of Renfrew are calling for the mayor to resign over mismanagement of a big project. It came after a scathing report exposed a lack of oversight and improper handling of contracts for a recreation facility expansion. However, Mayor Tom Sidney is adamant he's not going anywhere. We spoke to him this morning
If you're scrambling to find a pair of solar eclipse glasses for the upcoming eclipse, then look no further as you can build an eclipse projector at home for the event. Vice Principal Jim Dewey of Minesing Central Public School has built homemade solar eclipse projectors with his students and he was happy to share how to make it with us.
Yesterday was the first day of a bylaw that bans daytime camping in Kingston city parks.
Temporary shelters must be set up no earlier than one hour before sunset and dismantled no later than one hour after sunrise. For some insight of the aftermath, we spoke to Pamela Gray, a volunteer with the Integrated Care Hub, who was on site yesterday.
School boards have reported a drastic increase of students vaping on school property since the pandemic. But one board has managed to bring that number down recently by installing vape detectors in the washrooms. We spoke to Emily Samuel, the Principal of Safe Schools with the Near North District School Board, about the results of this pilot project.
A bylaw prohibiting daytime sheltering officially comes into effect for the City of Kingston was put into effect today. Over a dozen homeless tenants at Kingstons’ Belle Park encampment will have to vacate the park, their home. We spoke to Paige Agnew, the Commissioner of Growth & Development Services, for the City, about the sudden migration.
To The Graves' tells a story of a Private School trying to separate itself from the murder of a student and a Detective-Sergeant on the case who firmly believes that a member of the school's community is responsible. We spoke to Coburg Author Paul Nicholas Mason about this crime thriller.
A once-in-a-generation event, the Solar Eclipse, is coming up soon and the city of Kingston is a prime location to catch the entire moon move in front of the sun. Thousands of viewers are expected to descend on the Limestone city. We spoke to Brad Joyce, the Commissioner of Transportation, Emergency Services and Infrastructure for the City, about the plan to handle this rapidly growing influx.
Local restaurant helps those in need with free meals
A local Barrie restaurant called Tikka Fusion is looking to help those struggling with inflation by post dating some food orders. We spoke with the owner Hassan Muhammad about his new and exciting project.
Recently, we spoke with a Barrie councilor who questioned the city's motion to replace key members of the poet laureate selection committee with councilors. Now the city has voted for the reshuffle. We spoke to a former poet laureate Victoria Butler about results.
With only 5 diagnostic hubs in Ontario, the number of children waiting to get assessed for autism has reached crisis levels. According to local media more than 6,000 kids are sitting on a waitlist. We spoke with Alina Cameron,the President of the Ontario Autism Coalition, about the cause behind these skyrocketing numbers.
While other municipalities are struggling to recruit new family physicians, Belleville has just snagged their 44th doctor-to-be. This is amidst the heavy doctor crisis going on throughout Ontario. We spoke to Karen Poste who is Manager of Physician Recruitment and Retention, for the City of Belleville and Mike Ding, the very doctor-to-be.
Raheleh Saryazdi, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Trent University's Durham Campus, was recently named the recipient of the University's Early Career Researcher Award. She won the award for her research on the effects of virtual reality on dementia patients. We spoke to her about this incredible career achievement.
Provincial Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy introduced the 2024 budget. The budget provided support for many areas, it deemed miniscule for others, especially the post secondary sector. Maureen Adamson, President Flemming college, spoke to us about her fears.
Liz Robert Young worked more than 40 years in long-term care, but always had dreams of becoming a nurse. It wasn't until a bout with breast cancer a few years ago that made her realize how precious life is. Fast forward to today, she is a few months away from becoming a Registered Practical Nurse with a book of short stories of her journey.
Thousands are expected to flock to the solar eclipse path in Eastern Ontario. the total solar eclipse will cross North America following the St. Lawrence seaway from Belleville to Cornwall before it veers east to the Maritimes. astrophysicist from Queen's University, Nick Arora, gave us the run down to the whole event.
Nestled away along the shores of Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay sits a massive Victorian mansion known as The Woodlands estate. It was the home of one of the few survivors of the ill-fated Titanic Lt. Col. Arthur Peuchen. Mary Harris, Director of History and Research for the Barrie Historical Archive knows the stories well of this particular home.
A panel of cannabis industry experts were called in by the government to analyze the potential harms of the plant. 2 years later, they’ve released several recommendations for the Cannabis Act. Trina Fraser ,Partner at Brazeau Seller Law, and specializes in Cannabis law, helped us piece this all together.
He’s got way more than ‘three bags full’ of wool. Todd Payne is a sheep farmer at Asphodel Sheep Company in Peterborough, and recipient of this year's Family Farm of the Year award .
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce says it's time for the government to relax its restrictions on the cannabis industry and make it easier for retailers to promote products. The head of Independent Retail Cannabis Collective, Shakir Tayabali.
A group out of Grey Highlands says more needs to be done for some special local residents…the turtles! Dave Meslin is part of the leadership team of the Grey Highlands Municipal League. He explains the need and how their program is trying to help.
The government is being sued for suddenly cancelling the provincial basic income pilot project in 2018. We hear from Dana Meslin, one of the plaintiffs from Lindsay.
A big game is coming up this weekend in the Professional women's hockey league, and one superfan from Lindsay will be there. You may not know Debbie Harrison, but you likely have seen her colourful custom-made outfits that went viral!
Renfrew County and District Health Unit recently withdrew from talks on a voluntary merger with the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit. Joanne King is the chair of Renfrew County and District Health Unit. She explained why the merger didn’t go forward.
More than a year ago, the CBC's Mary Wiens began following the journey of Nathanael Williams through Canada’s prison system. Mary joined us in the studio to share Nathaneal’s story.
Saugeen First Nation is set to create their ‘first’ professional health team. Chief Conrad Ritchie joins us next to share the importance of it and the need for a culturally integrative health care approach for Indigenous people.
Former US President Richard Nixon was considered a divisive figure in political history. But how familiar are you with his visit to Picton in 1957? That trip is now the focus of a new book being written by Prince Edward County resident Thomas Harrison.
"THROW IT AWAY? NO WAY!", that's the slogan being echoed by Georgian Bays' Action club on their latest project.
With the warm weather coming early, a lot of reservoirs are worried about the lower than usual levels of water that sits in their water storages. This comes in opposition to the dry season that looms closer to fruition. To explain why that's a problem and the importance of good water levels we spoke to Ted Spence. He’s the Chair of the Coalition for Equitable Water Flow.
Maude Rose Craig was recognized for her work with Millbrook's 4th Line Theatre which is an organization she's been a part of for more than a decade. As one of the youngest to receive this esteemed achievement, we had to speak to her about it.
Advocates say Caregivers are an indispensable part of our healthcare system, but more are getting burnout. To mitigate that, a new initiative is offering some long-overdue mental health and social support for caregivers. They are calling it Social Prescribing. We spoke to the Executive Director of Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, Liv Mendelson, who was one of the organizations that spearheaded the initiative. We also spoke to Andrea Rovazzi, a long time caregiver of her husband for years.
School boards across the province are increasingly turning to untrained, unqualified teachers to fill in when a professional teacher can’t be found. It’s a practice the unions call a slap in the face to trained teachers. We heard from the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Communications Manager, Pauline Stevenson about the disparity going on across the board. We also heard from Elementary Unit President for the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association, Simcoe Muskoka Unit, Kent Macdonald about why it's so disheartening to current teachers.
Wray Ellis recently discovered a remarkable photo collection of 400 images amongst his late father’s belongings in Peterborough. And a single word in one of the inscriptions led to a profound revelation. We spoke with him about this incredible discovery.
For years we've been hearing about the backlog issues surrounding Ontario's Landlord Tenant Board. In a recent report, Tribunal Watch Ontario says there were 53,000 unresolved cases at the LTB as of March 2023 impacting at least one million Ontarians. Simcoe County council put forward a motion that asks staff to determine the best way to engage the province with the backlog. They hoped that the province would address the hardships being felt locally amongst landlords and renters. We spoke to Wasaga Deputy Mayor Tanya Snell who was the one behind this motion.
Many in the Huron county area might be in for a surprise as their free water testing may end soon. This comes after the Auditor-General's Office made a recommendation to the Public Health Office to gradually phase it out across the province. We spoke to Matt Pearson, the Chair of the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Source Protection Committee, about the situation.
A pair of Trent University students have created a real gift for horse owners by bringing science to the farm. It's called Metaboly, a veterinary diagnostics company that focuses on the equine market. Daniel Palberg is a Co-founder of Metaboly Research Group. He spoke to us about this new and unexplored business.
The city boasts one of the largest Irish populations in Ontario with 62 % of residents having Irish ancestry. This comes from a mass migration from Ireland in 1832. Brendan Moher, a member of the Peterborough Canadian Irish Club, is a descendent from one of the first mass Irish migrations. He was more than happy to give us a riveting history lesson on Peterborough’s origins.
The Township of Tiny now has become the first in Simcoe County to bring in a private investigator to root out illegal rentals in the area. This comes as a response to towns across the province that are finding ways to deal with illegal operators from the height of the pandemic. We spoke to Mayor David Evans about the situation.
Rebecca Diem was appointed by the Board of the Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library with the honor a few weeks ago. It's a role that helps highlight the literary arts in the area. We talked to Diem about her tremendous achievement.
The reaction to the news of the Grad Club at Queen’s University may have to shut down has been swift from the community. After the interview, we received a number of emails including one from Chris Eckert. He’s a Professor & Associate Head, of the Department of Biology at Queen's and had a lot to say about the revelation.
Previously we heard from Certified Restorative Justice Facilitator, Amber McAuley, that Ontario put out a report stating that 3 out of 5 areas, that have a growing area of at-risk youth getting into gang-related activities, are centered in Barrie. To shed some light on the concerning situation, we spoke to Tim Hodgins, an executive officer for the Ontario Gangs Investigators Association.
The South Bruce OPP has opened a Safe Trade Zone at their Walkerton detachment.
They are looking to curb online market scams and provide a safe place for buyers and sellers in real life to hand off products safely. Constable Kevin Martin spoke to us on the new development.
These are just a handful of recipes early immigrants to Canada would have been whipping up in their mid-19th century kitchens. So Holly Benison, the creator and host of The Backwoods Kitchen on YouTube decided to put them to a taste test and sprinkled in a bit of history. We had a fun time talking about the “decadent” dishes.
Home renters aren’t the only ones struggling with jacked up rent prices. A local Kingston student hub is now at risk of closing after Queens University is set to increase rent by 400%. Astrid Hobill, the Director of Operations at The Grad Club, gave us the story.
Frontenac County implemented a new cardiac arrest training program called Neighbours Saving Neighbours. This program is aimed at training volunteers in treating people with cardiac arrest who are out of hospital. We spoke with Emergency Physician Dr. Steven Brooks who is looking to expand the program and Mark Sherwin, the volunteer who save a person's life, about it.
People in Barrie are getting mullet haircuts at The Mullets for Simcoe fundraiser. It is a fundraiser that is looking to fund collaborative mental health support programs for youth at risk of gang-related behavior. Certified Restorative Justice Fighter and CYW,
Amber McAuley spoke to us about the retro event.
We've looked at this transitional housing program before on the show. We’ve even recently got an update on the situation from the Elizabeth Fry Society. But now CBC reporter Lorenda Reddekopp was offered a tour of the establishment and brought us an in person view of the situation.
The town council recently voted to implement an additional $460 fee for street light post banners. The abrupt change in policy has community groups and non-profit organizations baffled and blindsided by the decision. We spoke to Tiffany Llyod, Vice-Chair with Greater Napanee Pride, about this sudden shift in policy.
Speed skating sensation Stephen Graham comes home with 3 bronze medals and 1 silver medal at the National Championships for Speed Skating put on by the Special Olympics. We spoke to him about his amazing achievements.
The Bradford West Gwillimbury council unanimously voted to terminate the patio program on Holland St. Some towns have decided to shut down their streetside porches due to the decline of interest from the pandemic. Mayor James Leduc spoke with us about the motion.
Elmvale District High School in Springwater, they’ve been sitting on two hundred and forty thousand dollars from a fundraiser they launched 8 years ago. Councillor Matt Garwood spoke with us about why it needs to start being used.
The Simcoe County Museum is hosting the Tales of Fantasy Museum for the rest of this month. The interactive exhibit touches on a collection of historical folklore from Quebec, Canadian, and Indigenous people's cultures. Forest Patenaude, Education Supervisor of Simcoe Museum, gave us a sneak peak about it.
According to Stats Can, about one in nine of all Canadian adults have experienced long-term symptoms from Covid. Now a group of medical professionals have launched the Canadian Covid Society to address the ongoing support needed to help them. One of the founding members of the non-profit is Chris Houston from Bancroft. He spoke to us about the issue.
According to the local BIA, 50% of its businesses are owned and operated by women in Port Perry. Sharon Runnalls is a board member, with the Port Perry BIA and co-owner of Branching Out Florists, was elated to talk to us about it.
Hundreds of residents in Kingston queued up in a freezing morning , desperate to snag a family physician after the CDK Family Medicine and Walk-In Clinic announced four physicians would take on around 4,000 new patients. Local Councillor Brandon Tozzo says it's time for the Province to make Kingston a high-needs area for doctors. He spoke to us about his city's concerns.
Measles cases are on the rise while public health officials in Kingston are expressing great concerns over another disease, meningitis. This rare but potentially life-threatening bacterial infection has been confirmed in 3 cases recently. Dr. Piotr Oglaza, the Medical Officer of Health for Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Public Health spoke to us on the matter.
Keystone Links Golf and Country Club near Peterborough opened its courses this week. Due to higher temperatures,this is the earliest it has done so since it first opened 29 years ago. Natalie Wood is the Club Manager at Keystone Links Golf and Country Club near Peterborough. She spoke to us about the opening days.
The Bradford public library launched a clothing-like store specifically for transgender or non-binary youth. It's the first of its kind in the province. David Di Giovanni, Manager of Cultural Services with the library, talked to us about the upcoming pop-up shop for the store.
50 modular homes turned the empty site into a make-shift village for the unhoused in Peterborough. This was after the removal of the contentious Wolfe Street encampment.
The Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough has stepped in to make a new colorful encampment for them at the Rehill Parking Lot. We spoke to Jen Turtscher, the site coordinator, about the helpful initiative.
A Barrie author has taken her own child's experience with anxiety and turned it into a new children's book. The focus of the new children's book is hoping to inspire youth on how they can deal with anxious feelings, in a fun and relatable way. Leslie Hughes, the book's author, was excited to speak with us about it.
Cornwall council plans to convert the former school into transitory housing for the homeless. But some local residents are not happy with the idea, specifically the location.
Cornwall Mayor Justin Towndale joined us to talk about the discourse.
Bears are beginning to wake out of their dens earlier than usual due to the warm weather. Added with a lack of food due to timing, this may lead to common bear sightings in rural areas and camping trips as they sniff out bird feeders and garbage to eat from. We spoke to mike Mcintosh, Founder of Bear With us Centre, about what to do should you run into one at any time.
A new survey from the “Our Care” project at St Michael's Hospital asked approximately 10 thousand Canadians for their impressions about the state of our health-care system. It found frustration and dissatisfaction with primary care, particularly when it comes to access to family doctors. Dr. Tara Kiran, the national lead for the "Our Care Initiative”spoke to us about the findings.
Universities are in the news headlines a lot these days, for the wrong reason: financial challenges, lack of government funding, and the impact of international student permits' cap. Amid all these, Cathy Bruce is ready to step up as the new president of Trent University. She joined us to share her vision for the institution and what the future holds.
In Bradford West Gwillimbury, Their council recently approved preliminary changes to the town’s zoning bylaw to increase the number of ADU’s that residents can build on their property. But according to Joseph Giordano, the Ward 4 councilor, the town needs to be more critical of the options. He joined us to share his thoughts on accessory dwelling units.
A new hockey team is coming to Peterborough, although it is not ice hockey but volt hockey! It's a more accessible form of the sport that originated in Denmark in the 1990s. Cindy Mytruk, Manager of Partnerships and Inclusion for the YMCA of Central East Ontario, has been involved in bringing this sport to Peterborough and is looking to begin during March break. She discussed it in more detail with us over the phone.
A decision by Owen Sound City Council to dissolve a task force that reviews councillor pay has one councillor concerned ... could it affect people's decision to participate in Municipal politics in the future?
Councillor Jon Farmer shares his thoughts.
Need a prescription but don't have a family doctor, and can't get to a nurse practitioner in your local walk-in clinic in time ?
Well, good news is you will soon have another option: see a registered nurse.
We spoke with the first RN in Ontario who's able to write prescriptions.
With the warmer than usual weather , snowmobiling can be particularly dangerous ... so, before you jump on your snowmobile, the OPP want you to take a pause and take your foot off the pedal.
This morning on the show, we spoke with Carly Williams, a Queen’s grad who returned to Kingston, this time to premiere her short film City Thots, at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival.
Peterborough council approved a massive overhaul of their portfolio system, but not all the councilors are pleased with the decision. We heard both sides of the argument.
After two years on the show, and four years at the CBC, our very own Jared Hillel is taking a leave of absence, to and moveing to London. He shared his parting words with us this morning.
Food4Kids Muskoka sends a food bag home with kids in need every friday. The non-profit wants to make sure no child goes hungry over the weekend. With demand growing, they will soon offer their program to Gravenhurst and Bracebridge. Kristie Shaver, the marketing and communications manager at Food4Kids Muskoka, joined us to talk all about it.
Birthdays..Graduations... These are events we think of as milestones in a child's life worthy of throwing a party. But, on social media, some parents are finding smaller victories to celebrate in a big way. They are calling these "inch-stones". Sara Dimerman, a psychologist and author of "How to Influence our Kids for Good", joined us to share her thoughts on this trendy celebration.
The sandhill crane is a bird that was almost wiped out by hunters decades ago. But now that its numbers have made a comeback in the province, the federal government might allow it to be hunted again. Some biologists argue this is a bad idea, while others think the bird's population can sustain hunting. We spoke to Matthew Robbins, a wildlife biologist with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, about the situation.
Amidst dwindling labor shortages and high production costs, many small-time farmers are looking into other ways to keep up with the economic turn. Some have looked towards offshore help, while others have begun to adopt a more robotic approach. Adrian is a dairy and cash crop farmer who has transformed his aging animal barn into a Robotic Cow Barn. We spoke to him in Cochrane, Ontario.
As the family doctor shortage crisis continues in the province, health units are finding new ways to get the care patients need. The Prince Edward Family Health Team will be opening a new community clinic for those without a family physician, by using a staggered operational model. This comes as a response to the family doctor shortage crisis that continues across the province. Barinder Gill, the Executive Director for the Health Team, spoke to us about the new initiative.
The Progressive Conservative government introduced the Get it Done Act. Political watchers say, there’s not a lot of surprises in the so-called omnibus bill. Robert Benzie, the Queen's Park Bureau Chief for the Toronto Star, joined us to discuss the new bill.
At the end of this week, Ukraine marks its second anniversary at war. Two years since Russia launched its full scale invasion, tens of thousands of civilians and soldiers have died. The war now appears to be a stalemate and the future looks uncertain. Andrew Rasiulis, a Fellow with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, spoke with us about the grim situation.
A pair of local farmers are now using an ancient Japanese farming technique to boost their produce. The couple, Ava Richardson and Kiyotami Owatari, run an organically grown market garden called Hello Farm. They recently received the Peterborough Agricultural Innovation Award for their work in the county. Ava Richardson spoke to us over the phone.
David Scott's desire to document local legends led to his first book: Huron County Hockey Heroes. Now he has put out a sequel: First Overtime. The book discusses the legacies of small town hockey rinks that have survived through generations of hockey players. It's a book that celebrates the preservation of these ice rinks. We spoke to David at length about his newest addition.
10,000 people is the number of Ontarians with developmental disabilities currently waiting for a spot in a group home. Advocates say they’ve had to bunch more people together just to keep up with the demand. Larry Palmer, Executive Director of Camphill Communities Ontario, and Skylar Charlebois, a client of Larry’s, spoke to us about the scope of the situation.
Housing and mental health issues are rising across the province, and they are being felt in many communities for the first time. Downtown Kingston B-I-A introduced their new Welcoming Streets Steward, Josh Morgan, to help provide support in that area. We spoke to him over the phone.
In response to the lack of access to a family physician or nurse practitioner, the federal government announced this month that it's increasing student loan forgiveness for rural doctors and nurses. Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault says the change will expand healthcare access where it's needed most. Pallavi Dutta, a second-year medical student at Queen's University, is optimistic about its effects but says the new program is only a first step.
She spoke more about her concerns over the phone.
Sugar Season for a lot of maple shacks in Ontario are in full production as we reach the midpoint of this weird winter. One of the first Sugar shacks opened in the Vanier neighborhood of the capital which is one of only a few urban sugar bushes in Canada. CBC's Halima Sogbesan ventured out into the Richelieu Forest to find out what sugar season is all about.
As snow finally blankets our region, we caught up with the president of the Kinkardine cross country ski club to see what they have planned for the weekend ahead.
Residents in the Quinte Region are grappling with the news that the paper manufacturer, Cascades , will be shutting down after decades in business. The Mayor of Quinte West joined us to discuss what this means to the entire region.
If you're driving along any rural road in Ontario you’ve likely seen those big, black portable sign boards with colorful letters advertising a local business. This morning, we went to Petawawa where a signage battle between the town and a local business could head to court.
Tiny, Ontario is hosting their Winter Carnival this weekend. The mayor of Tiny joined the show to tell us about it.One of the largest Canadian collections of firefighter memorabilia will soon have a new home in Cobourg. We heard about items dating back to the 1880s from the chair of the Canadian Firefighters Museum.
dozens of dead Canadian geese have washed up on the waterfront shores in Kingston. What's behind the troubling deaths ? The Medical Director from Sandy Pines Wildlife Center joined us to explain the cause and how dangerous the infection is.Grocery prices are taking a toll on everyone's bottom line. That's why the federal NDP is proposing a private members bill they say will protect smaller grocery stores and give the competition bureau more powers to crack down on abuses. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is behind that bill.The year was 1942...wartime! Ottawa decided it needed a military facility for training soldiers on armored tanks and heavy equipment. Meaford was chosen. But it meant a whole community at the site had to move elsewhere. Families, farms, schools and churches. A local author now wants to know about the impact that had. It's going to be a lot more expensive for those living outside Midland to use the local recreation center ... now that town council passed a controversial non-residents fee. But the decision is not sitting well with teams and leagues.
A researcher shares her work into the prevalence of sexual violence against Black women and girls. And why advocates and policy makers must recognize the cultural intricacies of this group. Curve Lake First Nation could be the site of the FIRST Indigenous YMCA in Ontario. This morning, a member from that community and CEO of YMCA Canada joined us to talk about what the project means, and challenges Indigenous communities are facing, particularly with their young adults. It's never too late to pick up a paint brush! We spoke to an Art Therapist and met one of the senior painters whose art work is being exhibited at a Wasaga Beach gallery. More on "INSPIRATIONS OF A LIFETIME".
Dozens if not hundreds of Muskoka residents showed up in recent community consultation meetings, furious at a plan that they say will strip services at Bracebridge Hospital and move them to Huntsville. This morning we heard from one of the local physicians who spoke out against this new split services model. In light of Queen’s University financial crisis, we spoke with a Professor of Higher Education about if this is the foreshadowing event to come for more universities and possibly colleges too.We opened the phone lines to you! All this week we have been talking about the tension on campus at Queens University. From top administrators sending out mixed signals, to nervous faculty and students wondering about the future of the university. What do you think? Maybe you went to Queens, or are thinking about going? We heard your thoughts on a special call-in.
As the unseasonably warm temperatures continue, we got some life saving tips if you ever find yourself or loved ones get caught in icy waters. "Cautious optimism." That's how residents in the Kingston area feel about decriminalizing drugs for personal use. We dove into the results of the consultation -- and how it could inform the way public health responds to the opioid crisis. Not every rural community has the funds to handle the affordable housing crisis. But Prince Edward County just got a windfall from the provincial government to do just that.
How young is too young to snowmobile? Well, one Omemee girl is already competing - and winning - competitions at 6 years old. Peterborough is facing a housing crisis. The Mayor has an idea to fix it that involves some major changes on residential zoning rules.A recent drowning of a dog in South River has raised a lot of questions about specific rescue training for first responders. Local Fire Chief joined us to explain the challenges rural firefighters face and what more could be done to prevent it from happening again.
As the school year gets underway, teachers are getting to know their students, and noticing their skills and talents. Years ago, one teacher suspected his student's talent would lead her to become an author -- and this summer, the prediction came true.
"It is all about greed" Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison did not try to hide his feelings about a Trenton landlord's decision to evict long-time tenants. The mayor joined us to explain why he used those words, and what the municipality could do to help.
A personal care bank in Peterborough was vandalized last week, but that isn't stopping the people who put it there from continuing to provide much needed resources in the community.
It is the morning after, so to speak, in a lot of university cities, and particularly in Kingston. Between Orientation Week parties, and reunion parties by returning students, Kingston Police -- and city bylaw officers -- have had their hands full these last 10 days or so. But how does all that partying affect area hospitals?
An update on Friday's story about a Queen's university fundraiser that fell apart...when engineering frosh failed to uphold a community tradition, Kingstonians stepped in to help -- and so did another generation of Queen's engineers.
A historic apartment residence in Penetanguishene collapsed early Thursday morning. We talked with the town's mayor about the people who still can't go home... and about whether this raises concerns about other historic buildings in Penetang.
Online courses have been a thing at Canadian universities for years. But now Trent is adopting a new medium for classes. The third-year Criminology course runs as a series of podcasts.
A long-running Kingston fundraiser might be done for good. We spoke with the Rotary Club of Kingston about the last-minute cancellation of this year's "Go Nuts" Nut Drive... and about what it means for their longstanding relationship with Queen's Engineering.Release the hounds! Police dogs and their handlers are in Barrie this week to compete in a national championship. Among the Ontario teams are a pair of constables and canine cops representing Peterborough police. You might consider yourself an expert angler. But your collection of fishing gear likely pales in comparison to the one owned by Don Stokes. This morning, we talked to Don about his museum exhibit of Canadian-made fishing gear... one that spans everything from "fishing furniture" to rods manufactured by shoe companies.
Classes are back on this week, but not everyone is back in the classroom. Students at a Collingwood school are being kept out of their building by a mold issue... and won't be able to return for weeks. The school board spoke with us about where kids will learn in the meantime, and about why this mold problem wasn't dealt with sooner.A familiar story is playing out in Kingston. The city reported multiple 'nuisance parties' over the weekend, including one at Gord Downie Pier. That pier and the beach will now be closed, overnight, until Sunday. We spoke with the city's Director of Enforcement Services about why the city took that step, and about what he is seeing as students return.A new CBC Gem sitcom for kids revolves around a loving foster home. Creator and host of 'Aunty B’s House' .. Khalilah Brooks joined us to talk about this new CBC Kids show, and what her project is saying about the foster care system.
September is not just back to school and back to work season -- it's also Open Farm Days in Frontenac and Kingston. The public is invited to six weeks of events to learn more about where their local food comes from.
How getting outside and seizing the end of the season can make summer feel a little longer. We spoke with writer and outdoor adventurer Kevin Callan.
Do you ever feel like the best conversations take place in the car? Following our discussion earlier this week, our show director Jared Hillel set out to find out why the open road had led to so many good chats.
University orientation is gearing up, students are arriving to move into residence and it's the Labour Day holiday weekend-- all of which in Kingston usually means " party time" for the students, and "busy time " for the police.
Belle Park has been receiving a lot of visits from journalists, politicians, and various authorities lately because of the homeless encampment there..But this week it's also seen a lot of traffic from artists and art lovers inspired by the history of the park.
How do you tackle the acute and chronic family physicians' shortage? Start from the medical school, Queen's University says. We took a look at a new, special program designed to fill the gap and deliver more family doctors to communities in need.
Have you ever considered a career change? This morning, our show director Jared Hillel caught up with a musician from Perth who went from professional hockey player, to lead singer of a band.
For much of the last decade, the name of an Ojibwe boy and a prominent Kingston musician have been connected in the quest for reconciliation. Today, Gord Downie's home town of Kingston gets its first Legacy Space inspired by Chanie Wenjack and other indigenous residential school children. It's been a long time coming, but a new transitional housing community for homeless veterans is finally being built in Kingston. We spoke with one veteran who has been working to make it a reality. At this weekend's Lock and Paddle event, Peterborough's storied lift lock carried over hundreds of canoers and kayakers. We checked in on the state of the historic structure as it continues to operate while aging. Small towns and rural communities are not the only ones hit by doctor shortages. This past weekend, that same issue forced Hotel Dieu Hospital to reduce its Urgent Care Centre's hours. A Parry Sound woman has put her whole body where her mouth is and took on a personal challenge for a community cause. We heard how Kim's Swim went yesterday and why it was so important for her to achieve it.
How concerned should we be about the latest rise of Covid cases, and the new variants behind the uptick?
Though the pandemic may seem like a long time ago, it's hard to forget how lockdown life changed things for us all. A photo exhibit opening in Kingston recalls how that community reacted, and responded locally to the global COVID-19 crisis.
True crime movies and podcasts are a popular genre online, but Peterborough has a real live version you can enjoy this evening. The woman behind the Peterborough Perpetrators true crime walk shares some of the shady secrets of the city's criminal history.
There's no easy way to fix the province's affordable housing shortage. Collingwood heard 42 recommendations this week at an open house. But a developer who attended the meeting says he has a different suggestion that he thinks can work.
Radio is not dead -- just ask the team of Kingston teens who spent the summer learning to make theater of the mind. We got a preview of their first audio drama, in advance of its premiere broadcast on the air this weekend.
Struggling to buy the pens and pencils, binders and backpacks, crayons and Chromebooks your kids need? You're not alone. As back to school shopping gets more expensive than ever, a Collingwood mom is trying to help.
Ready...Set...GO around the world!? A Kingston resident is preparing to join a crew of sailors who are racing 10 other boats around the globe.
Post secondary education can teach much more than the standard curriculum. A new centre at Queen's is researching student mental health, to help support and teach students how to cope with the stresses of schooling.
Canada's medical assistance in dying program - known as 'Maid' - is expected to expand again next year to be available to people with mental illness. It's prompted scrutiny and debate at the academic and policy levels. ...and at the local level, prompted a new service to help palliative patients with their end-of-life decision making.
A group of Parents in Barrie whose children are diagnosed with cancer have found an outlet for their feelings. They've taken to racing a Dragon Boat together. We'll hear about their team ahead of this weekend's Barrie Dragon Boat Festival.
Peterborough is once again seeing an increase in suspected drug poisonings. We spoke with the chief medical officer of Peterborough Public Health to see what's being done to rectify this situation.
People feed wildlife out of a sense of kindness...but those good intentions are paving a path of complaints to the town of Bracebridge. As a result, council is now considering a crackdown.
On this edition of Sounds Like Here, Jared Hillel will introduce us to a Kingston musician who took on a creative challenge. We heard how Megan Hamilton wrote and recorded six songs...in only four days.
Did you know that one of the early benefits of the Big Chute Marine Railway was preventing the migration of sea lampreys on the Trent Severn?We found out why that's such a good thing, then and now.
Last week, Mayor Alex Nuttall from Barrie told us about a pilot project that shuttles those freed from a Correctional Centre to their desired destination . Today, the executive director of local John Howard Society shared her thoughts on the program.
Few people who go out to see a play end up joining the other actors and becoming PART of the play. But it happens in Millbrook every summer. We heard about two local residents who are about to have their first ever opening night as actors in THE CAVAN BLAZERS.
The town of Collingwood is one step closer to finalizing its official plan, and finding ways to combat affordable housing shortage. More on that from deputy mayor Tim Fryer.
Canada may open its doors to people around the world...but does that automatically mean the places newcomers go to settle are welcoming? A project in Leeds Grenville is seeking to foster that sense of community and connection with a traveling exhibit.
A few changes are coming to Ontario schools next month. One of them will allow teacher candidates to work as supply teachers before finishing their training - something the union is not on board with.
From the symphony to a string trio, Kingston musician Danielle Lennon has seen, and played, it all. Our show director Jared Hillel switched his weather reporter hat for his music man cap and brings us another segment that Sounds Like Here.
Barrie Police are turning to a local civilian group to track down those excessively noisy cars rumbling loudly through town. We met one of the volunteers from COPS, or the Citizens On Patrol program.
What would you think if I told you, there was an African slave who became the VERY FIRST Japanese Samurai! It's a true story based on a historical character......and it's the focus of a new book being launched today.
Wizard of Oz actress Judy Garland is loved by generations for playing Dorothy, and her classic rendition of Somewhere Over the Rainbow. But she is also well loved by an Ontario man who found the late actress's music, and her story, so sustaining, he's paying tribute on stage in Port Hope.
Although today is Emancipation Day, Black Ontarians have been celebrating the abolition of slavery -- and all the new possibilities that created -- for not just the week but for decades. This morning, we spoke about how it opened up the landscape for Black success through business, and how Black owned operations are faring today.
How much do you think painting a rainbow crosswalk costs A few hundred? A few thousand? take a wild guess... Huntsville came up with a number last week : $81,000.....after local contractors refused to give even a rough estimate.
Changes are coming to St. Lawrence College's Brockville campus....where one studio is closing to make way for another program's expansion.
A wedding has the flush of excitement and novelty, but vow renewal ceremonies later on can be just as special. A Huntsville pastor invited couples to a recommitment ceremony. We heard why she thought it was important, and from a couple who took her up on the offer.
Summertime .... but the living isn't always easy… We checked in with Peterborough Public Health after algae blooms shut down a city beach, for the second time this month.
The Peterborough paramedics union says the local situation has reached a "crisis" point. We learnt about the many obstacles facing the first responders.
The poet laureate of Gananoque and a local photographer have teamed up on a book that explores their community from sunrise to sunset. We heard about their labor of love titled Taking a Spin Around Our Town.
A 16-year-old filmmaker just returned from Hollywood....after the world premiere of her latest short film. This morning, we met the very talented Arianna Goarley.
Medical Assistance in Dying has been legal in Canada since 2016 and the number of deaths recorded yearly has been increasing. A new scientific review has been published by Cambridge University Press, titled, "The realities of Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada". Dr. Sonu Gaind, one of the co-authors of the paper, spoke with us about the article.
Jacqui Morrison, author of Shaken No More, says we need a little bit of romance in these times. She joined us on the show to talk about her suspense-romance novel and about Midland being her writer's studio.
Starting sometime in 2024, Canadians will need to apply for a travel permit to enter thirty countries in Europe. The application will be made to what's known as the "European Travel Information and Authorisation System." Travel specialist Barry Shectertalked to us about how the system will work, and whether other countries might follow suit.
Trying to help his ailing dad has turned into a surprising win for medical school graduate, David Hodgson. who designed an inhaler his dad could use for his breathing issues. It's even taken home first place in the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards. Hodgson told us more details.
There are ukulele enthusiasts everywhere, but many of them seem to gather along hwy 11. So much so that there is now a club for them, H11CUPS. Karen Ross, co-founder of the H11CUPS, was elated to talk more on the experience
We've been introducing you to the bug life that surrounds us as we enjoy the great outdoors. Our friendly neighborhood entomologist Antonia Guidotti of the Royal Ontario Museum has been telling us about insects to look out for. This time it's all about the Northern Black Widow spider, and the Lone Star tick.
The latest number released by IGaming Ontario, the agency that oversees on-line gambling in the province, shows some staggering amount people are spending on wagers and a disturbing rise in gambling. Diana Gabriele is a Gambling Counselor with Hôtel-Dieu Healthcare. She told us about the effects of that rise in on-line gambling.
This week on the books column we're getting creative, or rather talking about getting kids to think creatively again. The author of Amelia's Loose Part Art told us about her mission to inspire creativity in kids again.
Just as temperatures began rising again, the first cooling center in Simcoe County is now open. It's operated by the Gilbert Centre in Barrie, a non profit offering various social supports and services.Champagne Thomson is the senior manager of community outreach and fundraising. She told us about the new building.
Many women with violent partners stay in relationships longer than is safe. Even if they escape their situation, it can be a struggle to sustain basic needs. Kingston organization, Resolve Counseling, is looking to help those women thrive on their own. Tara Everitt, Director of Community Programs, told us more about it.
An initiative to move patient care online at Kingston General Hospital to a virtual app called SeamlessMD. Instead of walking into an emergency room or waiting for 2 weeks to see your surgeon, you can now turn to an app for bedside care at home. Dr. Steve Mann, an orthopedic surgeon, joined me to discuss the app and its implications.
July is Disability Pride Month, although a little less known. It shares a similar spirit of activism and celebration with June's LGBTQ pride but isn't as heavily regarded compared to its June counterpart. CBC Journalist Julianna Romanynk recently attended the disability pride march in Toronto. She shared with me more on the event and the issues it highlighted.
Six years ago Braden Usher of Collingwood's dark thoughts sent him to hospital with depression.Yet this year, he spent two and half months biking solo across the country. He's raising funds for youth with what he calls the Ride Across Canada Expedition for Mental Health. We spoke to him today about the initiative.
Road safety advocates say amendments to the Highway Traffic Act could help change a broken system. Careless driving cases have dropped significantly as Ontario courts continue to deal with pandemic backlogs. Meredith Wilkson, who is with the group Friends and Families for Safe Streets, is calling for tougher penalties for drivers. She joined us in the studio to talk more about her story.
Ontario's Ciara Antoski breaks the Guinness World Record for deepest underwater modeling at 21ft, or 6 and a half meters off the Bruce Peninsula. We chatted to her about it and she was elated to tell us her experience
Another Emergency Department temporary closure is hitting Chesley, a community that had had its share of ER troubles. We checked in with a local resident.
What does fair consultation look like with First Nations? We spoke to the Chief of a northern Ontario First Nation about their concerns over mining exploration on their land.
In Cornwall, the new Barbie movie is all about Ken. Locals are celebrating co-star Ryan Gosling with a full-on event to let everyone know he's FROM there. We met one of the organizers, and a former classmate of Gosling's who's acting as MC, as they prepare for the big day.
The latest in our series on tiny creatures bugging Ontarians this summer. This week, parasitoid wasps, which lay their eggs inside other animals. Antonia Guidotti, an entomology technician with the Royal Ontario Museum, told us about the surprising benefits.
The Kingston firefighter camp Girls in Gear has been teaching a group of young girls this week in hopes to interest women into the career. Ann Bryan, a veteran Kingston firefighter, and Kailee Matthey, who is one of the campers, spoke to us about the experience. .
Stone Fence Theatre in the Ottawa Valley usually does plays inspired by historical figures, but this summer they're bringing you a spoof of current events and cranky conversations between conspiracy theorists.
The city of Kingston wants to see old clothes and used sheets in textile recycling bins set up across the city through a pilot project, and in partnership with a Trenton company. However, after concerns over its impact, the project has been temporarily put on hold. Myra Hird, Professor of Environmental Studies at Queen's University, joined us to talk about it.
Today on the books column gardener and author Patrick Lima is our guest, with his latest book Tracks in the Snow: Poems & Essays from Life and the Land.
The County of Simcoe is helping create other options to address the rise of homelessness in the region. Recently, it granted new funding to the Busby Centre’s South Georgian Bay site. We spoke with executive director Sara Peddle about this matter
Two years after a powerful tornado swept through Barrie, homes may have been rebuilt, and life returned to normal, but fear and anxiety remain for some. A team of researchers from York University are trying to understand the impact of the event through a new survey. Jennifer Spinney , an Assistant Professor in the Disaster and Emergency Management Program at York University, spoke with us on the matter.
It's only just past mid July, but Gravenhurst is already looking forward to next summer. Municipal Heritage Committees from across the province will come to town for the annual Ontario Heritage Conference.This is the first time Gravenhurst has won its bid to host next summer and the Town of Gravenhurst's Manager of Economic Development, Amy Taylor, was elated to tell us.
Summer is garage sale season, which means weekends are busy for homeowners setting out their wares. But even with deep deep discounts, few garage sales sell out. Emerson Mills, the franchise manager for Just Junk in Simcoe, comes to us with some stories and a bit of advice
A group led by Chippewa and Ojibway First Nations women have been on a walk along regional watersheds in several counties. It's both to honour the traditional relationship with the water, and to reflect on current issues around it that could affect its future. Joanne Keeshig of Saugeen Ojibway Nation has been coordinating the journey and spoke with us nearing the end of the walk.
Beloved conservation area Lemoine Point has been the site of vandalism and harm to animals for months near Kingston. A local group is taking action to track down the culprit. From that group, Christine Paterson spoke with us on her view of the volunteer investigation
Recent deaths from suspected opioid overdoses in Simcoe County now have local harm reduction workers on high alert. Harm Reduction Coordinator with the Gilbert Centre, Sarah Tilley, told us about the most recent overdose deaths and what's being done to stop the alarming trend.
Last month we told you about an invasive tree killer that has been found in Canada. This month, we're here to tell you it's in Ontario Morning country.
A weekend shooting, a clubhouse burned down, 2 rival gangs, 5 arrests, and rare public warnings issued by the police.....the recent bike gang violence in Eastern Ontario has caught a lot of attention lately.
It's not a big move... but the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine clinic in Peterborough says that its new location -- just a 5-minute walk from its old location -- is going to change a lot. We spoke with the clinic's physician lead about what the move will mean for users.
After the successful transformation of Kingston Pen, the former Prison for Women is about to undergo a remake as well, as the city council cleared a major block last night for the redevelopment project.
A local solution to a global issue. A York University professor has partnered with Penetanguishene to create a garden that grows more than vegetables and fruit.
A journalist saves a mob boss's daughter and then gets stuck with an assassin at his disposal. Not a relatable story, but it was an exciting one in today's book column.
The mosquitos are out and reminding you that they carry a bite. This morning, we found out why public health is watching them, and why you should too.
A collaboration that seeks to champion the power of art ... and its ability to uplift the voices of former inmates . We heard from a member of the Prison For Women Memorial Collective on this collaboration and what it means to her.
Could part of the Parkway Trail in Peterborough be turned into a site for much needed affordable housing? One local councilor believes so, but not everyone agrees. This morning, Mayor Jeff Leal weighed in with his perspective.
Window shopping has a whole new meaning in Owen Sound. This morning, we took a trip back in time and headed over to the Arnott General Store.
After pandemic-induced demand drove cottage prices to a new high, the market is signaling a cool down. A seasoned real estate broker joined to look at the numbers, and shared his own observations.
From the Kawarthas to the sea, to the UK, leading lady Jennifer Harding has been making a name for herself across the world. Now back in Ontario, our music man Jared Hillel got her story.
Turtle power is growing in Peterborough. The Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre breaks ground today on a new facility, on donated farmland. We heard about the huge new home for these ‘heroes in a half shell’.
The Mariposa Folk Festival is back for another year. In this week's books column, the guy who wrote the book on the beloved festival, former artistic director Michael Hill, joined us to talk.
A new chess club opens its doors in Barrie...is this a one off or part of a larger trend? Our show director Jared Hillel looked into how the sudden rise in the popularity of chess is playing out across the province.
What are your summer vacation plans? A Muskoka filmmaker is in the middle of what he calls a 'journey of the mind,' as he criss-crosses Canada by train.
It's a league of their own. A new women's pro hockey league is launching in 2024. We met the President of the Collingwood Girls Hockey Association who looked ahead to the impact of a new league just for girls.
A wildlife center in Napanee is becoming ground zero for animal care innovation. That's thanks to a partnership with engineering students from Queen's University. We heard from Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre about how things are changing.
The high cost of food has people going beyond the grocery store to save money. And the business world is happy to help cut food waste along the way. We told you about some new local enterprises popping up in Ontario Morning country that seek to serve up dinner for substantially less.
The expansion of the Muskoka Discovery Centre opens today. We'll talk to Ann Curley about what people can expect... and about how the expansion might benefit the region.
A move to America at only 14 years old pays off for a singer-songwriter from Lindsay. Here all about her journey from a small town to the bright lights of Nashville.
From work - to play. A landmark labour action from Peterborough's industrial past gets a theatrical tribute at 4th Line Theatre tonight. The playwright joined us to tell us about the songs and stories of The Tilco Strike.
Yesterday we were talking about haunted places in cottage country. Well in Smiths Falls there is a well known house that may not exactly be haunted ...but is certainly revealing many secrets of its past in a series of strange encounters with its owners. Hear about the Keyhole House and how it's coming to a theatre near you this summer.
We count on museums to collect, conserve, and curate our history, but what happens when the storage standards slip? The Brockville Museum is concerned about the condition of its artifacts and is seeking council's help to protect its items from rats and more.
For months now, signs at the Water Street police station in Peterborough have warned that recording devices are NOT allowed on the property.. even though there are cameras going into cop cars. We spoke with Police Chief Stu Betts about why that policy was put in place... and about who it's there to protect.
From the forests and trees around Angus ....to the ivy covered walls of Princeton. We met a new high school grad who's going on to an Ivy league university, and how she did it with more than just good marks.
Two Peterborough schools are getting new playgrounds thanks to huge donations from private donors. It's cause for celebration... but also for reflection, on why some kids get playgrounds and others don't.
A new mobile clinic is set to hit the streets of Simcoe Muskoka... one that's tailored to the needs of the area's Indigenous community. We heard from the Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle about that initiative.
We met an environmental activist who moonlights as a children's singer. Our music man Jared Hillel had the chance to speak with Bet Smith, also known as Wilderness Betty, about the many hats she wears.
The Parkway extension corridor in Peterborough was set aside to be a north-south road through the city... But with that road now off the table, the corridor's future is up for debate. We spoke with Cam Douglas, member of the Peterborough Greenspace Coalition and Dave Haacke, Peterborough City Councillor.
One community that is getting a park is Bracebridge. The province has just announced the first new all season provincial park in over 40 years at Bigwind Lake.We heard what the changes will mean for the park and the nearby community.
Bryan Paterson was the one dissenting vote in a nonbinding motion by Kingston council against the strong mayor powers. Paterson says he supports the powers because the decision was already made by council.
Captivating patterns of light, seen in a darkening sky, at various locations across an old Air Force base… That’s a new art installation in Prince Edward County and can only be experienced at night. We got the scoop about Base 31's Night Watch
The town of Bath has invested in the idea that a simple red envelope could be a critical lifeline in an emergency -- making the difference between life and death. Now the idea has taken off so well, other cities are coming to learn more.
Monarch Point Conservation Reserve. That is the name for the four thousand acres of land in Prince Edward Country that are now permanently protected. We spoke with a local conservation group about their years of advocacy for this designation... and about why the land is worth protecting.
Lindsay lost its local paper years ago, but it's stories live on -- and are getting revived with a digital life. A local archive project reveals a fascinating history of a small community.
Virtual Reality isn't just for the kids anymore... Seniors are also taking to the device in new and interesting ways. We spoke with a recreation therapist and a summer student about some work being done to get the devices in the hands of her clients.
Ontario band the Tragically Hip built up fans and fame across the country...but there are plenty of people who never heard of them or aren't fans. Well, there's a podcast for that.
Ontario healthcare workers won a significant victory this week. An arbitrator awarded retroactive salary increases for each of the last two years. But healthcare worker unions in the province say it still isn't enough. Sharleen Stewart,President of SEIU Healthcare and representing those hospital workers spoke with us.
Belleville Cemetery celebrates its 150 years of life. The landmark marks it’s anniversary with visits from local dignitaries, walking tours and even actors playing characters from the city's past. Dan Atkinson, the President of Belleville Cemetery, and Gary Foster, former member of its Board of Directors raves about the event.
Students and teachers both learn and pass on knowledge in a Simcoe County school board workshop to promote student mental health . We'll hear about the pilot program and how the students are part of the solution. Ayesha Maryam, a Grade 11 student at Nottawasaga Pines Secondary School, and Louise Pike, a wellbeing facilitator with the SCDSB, speak on this workshop and how it benefits the students.
Cottage season is gearing up .Which means that it is also the season of loud parties... over-crowded rentals... and annoyed neighbors. We spoke with the City of Kawartha Lakes about their solution for problematic short-term rental properties.
It isn't much as far as scandals go, but 'Recycle-gate' was a hot topic at Brockville city council this week.. Residents are starting to see their blue bins left behind, and recycling contamination is cutting into the city's finances. We spoke with mayor Matt Wren about where the city goes from here.
At this weekend's Doors Open event in Loyalist Township, it will be the barn door and farmyard gates that'll be open at the Second Chance Ranch. It's a sanctuary for farm animals to be rescued, rehabilitated, and relax into old age.
Some cattle are trying to get Peterborough County thinking more about alternative methods of transportation. One of the humans involved with the group Citizens for Alternative Transportation in Trent Lakes aka CATTL joined us to tell us more about it.
Forget Psychology 101. St. Lawrence College is offering a micro-credential for what you might call Psychedelics 101. It involves a psychedelic wellness center in Kingston.
Cottage season is upon us and for kids used to the city it can be quite the adjustment. Today on our books column, we meet children's author Ashlea Fitzweber of Barrie, to discuss her series, The Cottage Adventures series.
New police surveillance is being rolled out in Peterborough. Every cruiser in the city is now equipped with an in-car camera system and downtown surveillance cameras received preliminary council approval earlier this week. Peterborough Police Chief Stu Betts joined us to talk about how those cameras will work... and how police intend to use them.
The federal government recently expanded the list of countries whose nationals can enter Canada without a visa. We spoke with a Collingwood resident who runs Carnival North, who explained what this means for Caribbean nationals in our region.
As part of this Indigenous History Month, Lanark County held a ceremony yesterday that not only honored a local indigenous figure from the past, but moved several communities closer toward reconciliation for the future.
Wildfires have been the top concern for authorities around the province, but that doesn't mean there aren't other concerns for local firefighters. Huntsville's Deputy Fire chief joined us to talk about lithium battery-related fires and why they are a growing concern for his crews.
Have you ever looked deep into someone's eyes...and fell compelled to draw or paint them? An Orillia art teacher has noticed a growing interest in portrait painting. This morning, we spoke with the instructor about why he thinks so many have flocked to his course, and what COVID might have to do with it.
A temporary emergency shelter in South Georgian Bay may have to shut down in less than a month if it can’t get the funding it needs. The Executive Director of the Busby Centre joined us this hour with her plea to the County of Simcoe.
Even as the emergency shelter program in Collingwood is on the brink of closure, the County of Simcoe has created a multi-million dollar homeless prevention strategy. We heard from the County on its 10 point plan and what this means for homeless people across the region.
While some school communities are facing backlash over PRIDE celebrations, one Ontario school board is celebrating its pride of LGBTQ support with a front and centre display this weekend.
Some of us are probably trying to remember where we put our swimsuits over the winter...but there are plenty of folks in Kingston who have them out and are ready to use them tomorrow. They're going to hit the beach -- the new beach opening up as part of the city's plan to use the lakefront better.
It's a familiar summer tradition to run out and catch the ice cream truck as soon as you hear the jingle. But in Orillia trucks have been banned for quite a while. We spoke with a Councillor who wants to bring those sweet cold treats back to the city.
Meanwhile, in Collingwood, there's enthusiasm for food trucks at the local BIA -- but not from all the businesses who fund the association.
A pair of Russian brothers who fled their homeland for speaking up against the government have captured the attention of a Pastor in Grey Bruce. We spoke with him about his efforts to get these brave young men to Canada.
An Owen Sound high school student has been changing lives in the last couple of weeks. He entered a speech competition, with a story about his own sexual assault -- and that story is striking a chord. Last night, he delivered his speech to the Bluewater Board of Education and he says he wants his message heard by every school board in Ontario.
We spoke to a professor at Lakehead University who's taking the idea of a "field trip" to the next level. Having just finished 10 days of hiking, paddling, and cycling with his students, he told us what that was like... and explained why it's important to get out of the classroom to learn.
If you've left your summer planning till the last minute, you might be able to get some help from today's author on our books column. Lynn Holden made the case for you to travel to Canada's very own world heritage sites.
Months after we all dropped our pandemic masks, they're back on many faces around Kingston these days -- but for a whole new reason. We heard more about how the smoke from distant wildfires is coming home to change everyday life here, in both big and little ways.
Barrie mom Tannis Mcarthy doesn’t appreciate that her children’s crossing guard is a student -- and is campaigning to get an adult on the job. Tannis says that she's petitioning for adult crossing guards because the student system is too informal, and because 'an adult set of eyes' is needed at the most dangerous intersections.Kingston woman and hair professional Aba Mortley thinks tracking down a stylist who can manage textured hair types is not always easy and is trying to change that. Her project, called "Texture with Confidence," helps promote inclusivity in hair care, expanding the education for hairdressers to include all hair types. Motley breaks down the process for her project and her reasons why she is a hair stylist revolutionary.
A fatal shooting at the Wolfe Street homeless encampment in Peterborough has sent shockwaves of fear throughout the community. An outreach worker says more needs to be done to protect the city’s most vulnerable citizens. Kristal Jones, a Program Coordinator and Support Worker for the Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough, spoke about her personal connection to this encampment.The Six piece band the Wilderness has been described as having a massive and mighty sound and an even mightier presence. Our music man Jared Hillel caught up with two of their members to get their story, and learnt what's next.Peterborough Petes hockey team made a valiant effort for the much longed for Memorial Cup...but in vain. Their fans are grateful for the good run...including the residents at Royal Gardens Retirement Home who surfed the hockey spirit all season. We spoke to Jenn Ad-lam, Director of Activities at Royal Gardens and Norm Mills, a Petes fan who lives at the residence, about their passionate spirit.
Kingston residents are hot and bothered by the sudden closure of the Splash Pads at McBurney Park. After opening for only a day, broken waterworks have done anything BUT cool down frustrations.According to the municipality, the water in Meaford is now safe to consume again, but the state of emergency is still in place.A Queen's University PhD Student has been recognized for her environmental research into bird songs. She just won the 2023 Storytellers Challenge.....and hopes to encourage people to listen more to the beautiful sounds of nature.
Peterborough residents have a new reason to go outside this summer. A new amphitheater is opening at Traill College…..setting the stage for arts and entertainment in the city. Affordable housing is on everyone's minds. On today’s book column, we learnt about one idea that became a reality to help address the issue, and the guidebook your community might want to grab for inspiration. Faith groups across Barrie are heading down to City hall today to protest the city’s recent homeless strategy. Their case: they say it infringes on their religious rights. How many cookies does it take to break a world record for the longest line of cookies ever? We'll get to the bottom of that answer in Saugeen Shores.
Should training dogs to hunt wild animals for sport continue in Ontario? A hunting group from Peterborough says it is and that it's an important part of Canadian heritage that needs to be protected, A new integrated hub will be built in Belleville because of the growing homeless population in the region.
If you walk past someone experiencing homelessness. You might think twice about giving them spare change or food ...At least if you live in Barrie. Council have passed a series of policies aimed at making such acts against the law.You don't need a time machine to travel back to the past in Port Hope. This week, the town is going back to 1963, complete with new storefronts, products for sale, and a temporary diner. It's hard not to worry in today's world. On today’s books column, we met Poppy and her Worry Monster, to get some advice on keeping the heavier thoughts at bay. A grade nine student in Port Elgin is hoping to bridge a linguistic divide ...How? By converting sign language into speech -- in real-time.
Last week, a Wolfe island resident told us about the frequent ferry service disruption. Later, the president of the local ferry workers' union gave us his perspective. After a busy May long weekend, the Mayor of the Township of Frontenac Islands joined us and told us how things went.From supporting recreation, mental health, and community cohesion, urban parks provide immense value that we often overlook. But how do we measure that value? At the University of Waterloo, a new research study is trying to put a dollar value on the benefits parks bring to our community by evaluating a Peterborough park.How many people does it take to turn a band into a full blown folkestra. This morning, our show director Jared Hillel caught up with the lead singer of the Gertrudes to get the secrets behind this musical collective.
Could the delays with the Wolfe Island ferry be more than just engine problems but crew issues as well? The President of the local union shares what the workers have been going through.Getting out of an abusive relationship is difficult. An organization in Peterborough is making it a bit less painful ... by releasing a new handbook for abuse survivors.
Yesterday, the Haliburton Highlands Health Services presented their official plan to shut down the Minden Hills ER to Haliburton Council. The Mayor of Minden Hills joined us to unpack what is promised and what’s still missing in his opinion. A new piece of legislation could make it harder for some repeat offenders to get bail. While many leaders in the GTA have been calling for the changes put forward in the proposed bill, there are some who are critical of it. Relaxing on the beach or swimming in the lake ..sounds like a good way to spend this Victoria Day long weekend. If that plan involves Sauble Beach, you will want to listen, as Saugeen First Nation Chief Conrad Rithchie shared an update on the beach ownership dispute. A young adult novel about class divides, addiction, and mental health in Kingston. Leanne Lieberman, the author of Cleaning Up joined us this morning.For the first time since the pandemic, the Muskoka Queer Film Festival will kick off today, in person. The festival coordinator joined us to share the highlights and diverse storytelling in film. Four months after her golden retriever went missing, a Huntsville woman hasn't given up hope. She's offering a two-thousand dollar reward for anyone who might know where Timber could be.
The City of Kawartha Lakes is throwing their support behind the town of Minden Hills in their fight to stop an emergency room closure that could affect the entire region. We spoke with the councilor who explained why the pending closure is just as important to them as it is to their neighboring town. From struggling Minden Hills..fighting to keep their local ER alive to a thriving Asphodel-Norwood township, who will open a new medical center in a matter of weeks. We spoke withCandice White, Chief Administrative Officer of the Township to understand how they are finding success when so many rural towns are failing. From tutoring kids to supporting seniors, one Barrie student is making a difference. We met Nyla Nasir, recipient of this year's Terry Fox Humanitarian Award who's headed to Harvard University. Daisy the duck loves to read...or at least likes to hang out where people read. This morning, we met the Barrie Public Library's mallard in residence.
Chemistry and Physics are challenging subjects for many kids in schools. But one science event in Kingston is trying to change that by showing kids how fun science can be. Hanging out at a soccer field, doing chin ups sounds like a typical pastime for teenagers. But for Garrett Mills, it was fatal. 6 years ago today, the Napanee teen died when a moveable soccer net collapsed on him. Now his parents are pushing for legislative changes. Physician shortages in Eastern Ontario are affecting more than just adults. We spoke with Roger Pilon, a nurse practitioner who's leading the charge on a new clinic in Kingston, to increase newborn babies' access to care.
Having picked up 3 medals at the Pan American Mountain Bike Championship in Brazil, Orillia cyclist gunnar holmgren is now eyeing a spot at the 2024 Olympic games. We spoke to him about what it would take to fulfill his dream.Peterborough council met to decide if modular homes are the path towards a sustainable solution to help the city's homeless population. We heard from Councillor Alex Bierk about his concerns about the proposal. An international nuclear energy workshop is being held in Canada for the first time. We spoke to the former Curve Lake First Nation Chief Emily Whetung about what the event in Peterborough meant to indigenous girls and their interest in STEM fields.
3 years of pandemic means thousands of high school students graduated without a prom, or a Covid version of online prom. Now one Orillia High School is hosting a Homecoming for those who missed the events. We met the Principal and a student who's attending.A plan to join two south Simcoe fire services has fizzled out. Bradford West Gwillimbury and Innisfil Fire were trying to merge but the plan fell through. This morning, we spoke with the fire chief of both towns who explained how the flame for amalgamation burnt out. More than seven-hundred-thousand people have fled Sudan since a war between rival military factions broke out nearly a month ago. Now Sudanese families in the Perth-Huron region are desperately trying to get their loved ones out of the conflict zone. We spoke with the Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron, and their efforts to help Sudanese refugees. A food bank in Simcoe County is weeding out those taking advantage of the services from those in real need.... but is it the right thing to do when so many people are struggling?
Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox and Addington Counties are taking a unique approach to addressing in hope to decriminalize personal drug use, a controversial move that has ignited global attention and debate. 20 community partners are undergoing a survey to better understand the public's opinion on the move.Sara Tryon, the program planner, spoke on the initiative.Peterborough author Erica Richmond is hoping her book, Pixie and the Bees, about anxiety could help raise funds for local youth mental health services. Richmond discussed an in-depth look at the themes behind her work.Protecting Trees in Ontario from the threat of logging is an important part of the fight against climate change. Recently, six 400-year-old trees were found in Algonquin Provincial Park located within logging zones and the discovery has sparked calls for more Forest Conservation efforts to help protect old-growth trees. Katie Krelove of the Wilderness Committee spoke on this matter.
The City of Peterborough has come up with a new plan to house the homeless. Council is set to discuss this solution tonight. Before that, councillor Dave Haacke joined us to discuss if this is the right move for the city. What started as a 12 hour performance at nuit blanche has turned into a full band, and an upcoming album for Aruna, a Kitchener-Waterloo native now living in Bath. This morning, our show director Jared Hillel caught up with her to get the scoop on all her latest projects.
Last year the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands spent nearly a million dollars on paramedic services and it wasn’t even for their own residents - they were responding to calls from Ottawa. The Mayor of the Township joined usr to explain how it happened and what the town is planning to do. As the war wages on, Ukrainians have been fleeing the country for safe grounds, but some are headed over there. We met a Peterborouogh woman who recently returned from her third volunteer trip to Ukraine. The world lost an icon this week when Gordon Lightfoot passed away. We spoke with a city councilor from his hometown in Orillia, where thousands are expected to gather this weekend to remember and celebrate the legendary singerOn the eve of the coronation of King Charles, we reconnected with a royal watcher in Peterborough to see what her plans are for the big day.
Next time you receive an alert on your phone or TV, it could be for a missing indigenous woman. A new system, similar to the amber alert, is in the works after the House of Commons gave it a go-ahead. We heard from the Native Women’s Association of Canada who have been pushing for this for years. Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus"....Rubens's "Leda and the Swan" .... Rembrandt's "Bathsheba at Her Bath ". What do these masterpieces by some of the greatest artists have in common? They all feature a nude woman. However, it's apparently too mature of a subject for a school art show. This morning, we met a student whose painting of a topless woman was not allowed to be displayed at the school foyer. Ever thought of playing rugby? Well, the Peterborough Rugby Club is currently recruiting new players for a mixed ability team, and they will be taking the field in just a few weeks.
Could a dozen rehab beds help tackle the ongoing opioid crisis in Peterborough? We heard from an addiction service agency about if this is the right move forwardA Kingston agency that’s helped hundreds of people with intellectual disabilities is celebrating 70 years of service to the community. We spoke with the director of operation who reflected on their journey from their humble beginning in a tiny school house. Preserving a friend's memory through her research. We heard about a new database shedding light on South Simcoe's history during WWIFrom radio to music! That is the story of a Warkworth man who said goodbye to the airwaves only to undertake a full time career as a musician. Our show director Jared Hillel got the scoop this morning.
3 years after a young girl's tragic death, judges will now receive special training on intimate partner violence, thanks to a new law in her name . We spoke with Victim Services of Renfrew County, one of the agencies that have been pushing for the change, on why this matters. Most of us have posted on a public website : a restaurant review, a question to your cell phone carrier, a comment on a new city bylaw, the list goes on....but next time you plan to leave a message on the town of Collingwood 's official website, make sure you know the dos and don'ts. We got all the details on the proposed updates on the town's social media policy.
Last week we heard Haliburton Highlands Health Service is shutting down one of its emergency departments, leaving the community of Minden Hills scrambling. Meanwhile, in Grey Bruce, the local Health Service is expanding, and creating a research institute. This prompted us to ask, what is the best way to spend health care dollars ? Fish anglers young and old descended on Lake Simcoe over the weekend for the 41st annual Orillia Perch Festival. We found out what it takes to catch these fighting fish and the prizes that come with them. After 35 years in Kingston the rental joint Classic Video has closed its doors for good. We met the owner, Tom Ivison, who told us how you might be able to score a piece of the shop's history for yourself.
Yesterday we heard from the Mayor of Minden Hills on the pending closure of the ER department in the county. Today, we spoke with the CEO of Haliburton Highlands Health Services who explained the decision to shut down the ER sites and possible solutions. A pilot project to turn a library in Kingston into an unmanned library branch is not sitting well with staff members, and they're urging management to reconsider due to safety concerns . We spoke with the CEO of Kingston Frontenac Public Library to explain why the change is needed. This Saturday marks Canadian Independent Bookstore Day. We went to Owen Sound to find out the key to surviving as a bookstore in an increasingly online world.
Can magic mushrooms be the solution to alcoholism? Researchers say the psychedelic drug could be the next best thing and a clinical trial is starting next week.Social media platforms like Snapchat have cemented their presence in our lives, but it's been snapped shut by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. Migraines can be painful, but for children it can feel a lot more overwhelming. We spoke with one mother who turned her children's migraine experience into a book. For more than 150 years, fish in Little Beaver River haven’t been able to swim upstream. Now thanks to a group of volunteers who built a fish culvert, fish life will be bountiful once again.
In a long career as a lawyer specialized in helping prisoners win their release, retired lawyer John Hill says the corrections system bears more responsibility than prisoners for extending their sentences well past the parole date suggested by the judge.Young people in Pembroke will be given a unified voice with the inception of a new Youth Council. We spoke with the Deputy Mayor behind the initiative who explained why it's time for the youth to be heard across the city. There is a rising star in Bracebridge. Our show director Jared Hillel spoke with a highschooler who is already releasing her own music and playing shows in America.
Schools in Simcoe county will be changing their start times this fall. We spoke with one parent who says without before school care, vulnerable families will feel the impact most. Kawartha Lakes city council is ready to tackle the on-going problems related to short-term rentals.. and they've assembled a task force. We spoke with one of the members who gave us the details of the plan.This morning, we spoke with a 16 year old student about his long journey back from Houston....after he and his robotics team represented Canada at this year's FIRST Robotics World Championship in Texas.
Imagine this: a cow in every backyard and a pasture downtown for everyone to put their animals. That was Kingston back in the 1800s. An urban geographer joined us about her research into the way cows were a part of life in the city, and how that changed over a century.It's a time consuming and costly process for foreign-trained doctors to get their credentials recognized in Canada. Dr. Gurdeep Singh spoke with us to share his experience, and what needs to be changed to address the acute doctor's shortage . Kids from two schools in Peterborough have been without a playground since September. It will cost 200,000 to build a new one, but the school has no money for it, and the pressure is now all on the parents' council. One of the parents leading that fund-raising effort joined us to talk about the daunting task. What will the future of farming in this country look like in a decade? New research points to a massive exodus with farmers retiring. We heard from one of the report authors about how to tackle this problem, Get a taste of Hiawatha history in Peterborough starting this weekend.This morning, we learnt about a new exhibit featuring gifts from the community given to the Prince of Whales in the 1860s.
Leeks, dandelions and mushrooms are just some of the tasty treats growing in the wild. We spoke to a health and nature advocate who runs foraging workshops about how to do it responsibly.Some farmers and homesteaders in Haliburton County now have to make the difficult decisions to put their livestock down or close up the farm....due to the lack of veterinarians in the area . We spoke with the President of the Haliburton County Farmers’ Association about the worsening situation and what they’re doing to help. A task force to attract and keep doctors has been brought back to life in Owen Sound...to hopefully address the severe shortage of family doctors in the area. We spoke with one of its members about the different strategies. What's a blind Opossum doing writing letters to his family? Today on our books column, we met Krystal Hewitt, the author of “Larry the Opossum Has No Eyes” to discuss her latest book.Arts Orillia is putting on a unique theater event that brings together young and old people on a stage to share stories and lived experiences to foster empathy and build community.
Over the weekend, the town of Bancroft made a dramatic decision to prevent a potential homeless encampment : shutting down all the city parks. But that changed within 24 hours. Mayor Paul Jenkins joined us to explain why and how the increasing homeless situation has everyone up in arms. Most of us run away from bees, but Olivia Wilson did the opposite. The young bee whisperer shared her passion for beekeeping and how she’s preparing for an international beekeeping competition in Slovenia.
Military-connected college students in Ontario face a unique set of challenges with little by way of academic support, says the Dean of Engineering at Georgian College and veteran herself . She'll join me to talk about a new initiative that helps these students get to the finish line. That's coming up. This weekend a synagogue in Owen Sound will hold a special service to honor those lost on the Holocaust . We’ll have the President of the Beth Ezekiel Synagogue joining us, this hour.A Peterborough teen has come up with an award-winning science experiment....and is ready to compete in a national science fair . After the break, we'll talk to her and her mom about her prize winning BUT squeamish concept.
Parents across the province with autistic children are scrambling to find service for their youngsters after the Ministry of Education pulled funding from a program. A parent and Vice President of an advocacy group joined us to explain what this means for the thousands of autistic children who rely on the program for specialized education. For the first time Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory residents will have life-saving defibrillators placed in dozens of locations throughout the region. We spoke with a cardiac survivor about this initiative.A new program that offers mental health support to first responders is coming to Ontario, and rolling out first in Peterborough county . Local Chief of Paramedics talks about how it works and why it's long overdue.
Uber is hoping to expand its service to teens in Orillia , but a local councilor is questioning what measures should be in place before giving the go-ahead to the popular ride share company.What was supposed to be a small fire quickly got out of control. More than 10 acres of land were destroyed in Oro-Medonte this week. The Fire Chief shares the do’s and don’ts of a controlled fire. After 9 years of creating space for literary conversations, a writing group Barrie is ending. We learn why from one of the group's co-founder. Dr Stephen Vanner is a Queen’s University researcher leading a national study exploring the connection between the mind and your gut Ken Rhyno has been a Toronto Blue Jays Super fan since he was a teen. And even though he lives in Port Elgin, doesn't mind traveling because his love for the team goes beyond just sports. He shares the ups and downs of the game.
Food insecurity is affecting more and more Canadians. We spoke with Food Banks Canada for a reality check on the families, many of them working poor, who are increasingly showing up for help.With milder temperatures on the way, you may be thinking about your next home project. If you're in Peterborough, that process is about to get a lot easier. We hear about the new construction help desk.Theatre Collingwood is opening their new season with the music of Cole Porter. We hear from the actor who plays him in a new show -- plus, what else awaits theatre lovers this season.
The Town of Blue Mountains is already known for its amazing peaks, but now they're reaching new heights in seniors' care. We spoke with the Mayor about receiving new approval for a long-term care campus. The tides are changing at Sauble Beach. A court has ruled that the land belongs to Saugeen First Nation... not South Bruce Peninsula, which held ownership of it for more than 150 years. We heard from the Chief about what changes this could bring to the iconic spot. Tonight is the second night of Passover, and many families will be coming together for a traditional Seder dinner to mark the Jewish holiday. We heard how a Peterborough synagogue is preparing to host their first in-person community Seder in four years.
Yesterday, the remaining residents of a Cornwall care facility fighting to stay in their building were removed. The City's fire services ordered the building closed due to safety concerns. We heard what happened and when residents might be allowed to return home. This week marks four months since the Chesley hospital reopened after an eight-week closure. We checked in with a community member about how the reduced hours they've been operating on since have worked out.A long-time volunteer and affordable housing advocate has been named Orillia’s Citizen of the Year. We met the recipient and learnt more about their outstanding contributions to the community.
A 55 year-old powerlifter from Cornwall has set a new Canadian record in bench press and now wants to be the first-ever Canadian over 50 to bench press over 700 pounds in competition. In a matter of weeks, 14 Barrie residents will be moving into a new supportive home with help from Simcoe County. We learnt how the region built a facility, a whole year ahead of schedule…..and what advice they have for other cities struggling with the housing crisis. A group in Port McNicoll is hoping an open letter to the Kingston community will help them keep what they call their "most-loved historic possession"...a 116-year-old passenger ship that was donated to the Marine Museum by a private donor. A music producer from Trenton finds fame and fortune in Los Angeles. Our show director Jared Hillel spoke with Jakkyboi to learn more about his move to America.
For the fourth year in a row, Collingwood General and Marine Hospital have been recognized for its contribution to organ and tissue donation. Their latest record is impressive : ALL of the people who died and met the eligibility criteria for organ donation became actual donors. We meet the lead doctor behind the remarkable achievement. A grand jury has indicted Trump over hush money paid out during the election... what does this moment mean in the ongoing saga of Trump? We talk to Dalia Lithwick about comes next for the former President and if we will see him in court. The Salvation Army’s Barrie Bayside mission will be closing the kitchen permanently , leaving hundreds scrambling to find free meal programs elsewhere. We speak with the Executive Director of a local charity bracing for the increased demand.
We hear from a hospice director in Muskoka who spent the weekend asking local cottage owners for cash, after being left without additional funding for palliative care beds in the recent provincial budget. The Township of Dysart et al in Haliburton County may have lost a local celebrity. Grace is a 125-year-old snapping turtle, but she hasn’t been seen in months in her wetland habitat. We speak with a group fighting to protect the wetlands ahead of turtle season… and what they think happened to Grace.Cornwall's Bob Turner Memorial Centre was demolished years ago, but the space could get new life. Council has unanimously supported a request to turn the site into a youth park. We hear about the significance of creating a safe and welcoming space for local teens to hang out.
8000 patients in Kingston will soon lose their family doctors following the announcement that 6 doctors are set to retire by the summer. We spoke with one of those doctors at Frontenac Medical Associates on this difficult decision. A well known theater in Peterborough may have its final curtain call as it has lost its city funding. The Artistic Director of The Theatre on King joined us to talk about the funding cut, and how they plan to keep the show going. A holistic sexpert in Lindsay has combined her real life experiences as well as her professional knowledge and penned her first erotic novella, “When Friends Become Lovers.” We spoke with the owner of Let’s Talk Sex With Sandy O'shea.
8 months after a devastating tornado ripped through several municipalities, the province has finally said money to help with cleanup efforts is on the way. We hear from the owner of a campground who lost thousands of trees and the Mayor of Tweed on the plans for the funds. A young researcher is taking a scientific approach to solving the healthcare crisis in rural Ontario communities. The Trent student shares the plan for a unique community health center in the Kawarthas region. A Collingwood E-bike rental company has been named one of the most cycle friendly businesses in Ontario. We hear about their recent award, and why they're trying to make e-bikes more accessible.
An alarmingly high number of young boys are falling victim to sex extortion, or sextortion, in the Wasaga Beach area. Detective John Armit with the OPP anti-rackets branch joined us to weigh in on the matter.Eyes and ears needed for Lake Huron’s coast - that’s the rallying cry from the Lake Huron Coastal Centre. They’re looking for community scientists to help monitor over 6000 kilometers of coastline. We reached the program’s coordinator Alyssa Bourassa for answers.
Health care, housing, education are all on people's minds but also in the 2023 provincial budget. This morning, Liberal MPP Ted Hsu from Kingston and the Islands weighed in with his reaction. Forget Picasso. A new art exhibition in Wasaga Beach is showcasing the talents of local seniors from seven different retirement communities in the Orillia and Barrie areas. We met one of the budding artists and the woman behind the project. Ontario has tabled its biggest budget with a record amount of spending. The finance minister joined us to talk about the numbers, the challenges, and what he's hoping to accomplish.
The debate on elected officials pledging allegiance to King Charles III continues in Ontario.....this time, in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan. Mayor Joe Taylor says the pledge has no relevance in municipal politics. He joined us to elaborate on his point of view.Backyard chickens are a contentious topic across the province. Some townships welcome them, others restrict them to farms and larger properties. A group of residents in Madoc want the township to open the coop on its backyard chicken bylaw. One supportive resident made his case this morningTwo women trading tales - one a journalist, the other an old woman jailed for killing a slave hunter.. and so starts the interwoven stories at the heart of the national bestseller “In the Upper Country”. The book’s author Kai Thomas joined us today during our Wednesday Book Column.
Removing people from homeless encampments is a contentious issue in Peterborough. Now the city has taken an unusual step to handle the situation. We found out more about the hiring of a security firm to enforce bylaws. Dean Findlay, the city’s Director of building services joined us to explain the decision.Today is the deadline for remaining residents of a homeless encampment in Kingston to leave the site. But a local advocacy group calls it inhumane for the city to force the eviction, and is rallying around the tenants. Sayyida Jaffer, lead on Justice and Poverty Reduction with the Providence Centre for Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation spoke with us about the issue.Every few days or so, Google celebrates a special person, event or achievement with a Google Doodle, a creative redesign of its logo inspired by those being honored. Recently the Google Doodle was on that popular Filipino dish, Adobo. A chef from Bracebridge joined us to talk of her love for the dish and why the rest of us need to try it, pronto.
Capturing the spark and sensitivity of homeless people in Peterborough - we met the author of a newly-relaunched photo book that celebrates the most vulnerable, and often overlooked group in the city. Touring as a musician is never easy, now imagine doing the whole thing on a bike! That is just what the Bicycle opera project has been doing for the past decade. Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with one of the founder who brought us some stories from the road.
The play I Hate Hamlet is on stage now at the South Simcoe Theatre. What is their beef with the Prince of Denmark? We spoke with the lead actor and co-director Richard Varty.As many celebrate St-Patrick's day today, how many actually know the history behind the holiday? Dónall Ó Dubhghaill spoke to us about the traditions - and struggles - around preserving Irish culture.
Seeing a lack of accessible parks in her community, a dentist in Cornwall is now lobbying the city for a new all-inclusive playground.Two hikers, cold and lost in the dark woods…no, it’s not the start of a horror movie but a real-life situation that unfolded this month in Bradford. Police were able to quickly locate and help the pair because of an app called What3Words.
Not all libraries are equal. An advocacy group is calling for the government to create an Ontario-wide digital system. Remember the Blackberry - the addictive Canadian phone some people called the Crackberry? It went from being the thing to losing the smartphone wars. A new movie about Blackberry's tragic demise hits Canadian screens in May. Sean Silcoff, the co-author of the book the film is based on, joined us today for our books column.
The luck of the Irish rolls into university towns this week. We heard from a first-time city councilor in Kingston who's been meeting with students and residents to ensure smooth celebrations this St. Patrick's Day. Are you still feeling the effects of losing that one hour of sleep? We spoke with a sleep expert to get some new tips and tricks for those having a little extra trouble getting up in the morning.
Getting to play one gig is great, but what about 500? Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with a Peterborough artist who just wrapped up his five-hundredth show at a local venue.If you're staying local and looking for something to do this March Break, the Lennox and Addington Museum is offering up the chance to travel the world -- without leaving the building. We learnt about the sites you can visit at the March Around the World exhibit. Artists who want to build a career in theater often jet off to big cities for big opportunities. The Grapevine Theatre Project in Kingston wants to give artists a reason to stay. We heard how the group is trying to build the local professional theater scene, starting with a new play opening tonight at The Spire.
A hunting store in Belleville has been organizing coyote hunts for years, but an animal rights group, Coyote Watch Canada, says it's illegal, and is urging the province to step in. We spoke with Lesley Sampson and found out more about the controversial event.The trip from war-torn Ukraine to Canada is long and treacherous, but imagine having to go back. That was the case for a Ukrainian family who landed in the Town of West Grey. A local sponsorship group helped them settle, but couldn’t help them stay. Peterborough is launching their inaugural campaign to have residents read one book together. And they just announced their first read: Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice. He joined us on the show for our Wednesday Book Column.
In a historic vote, thousands of Metis who don’t have full ancestral documentation will be cast out of the registry. We spoke with the President of the Metis Nation of Ontario to explain the issue of Metis legacy and who has the right to claim it. Typically, when you think of a library, you think of a place for peaceful study or curling up with a good book. But that’s not quite the case in Kingston recently . Harassing, aggressive visitors , and assault have the staff on edge. We spoke with the CEO of Kingston Frontenac Public Library who is trying to manage staff safety with patron use.
Could building a floating home on a lake be the next best affordable housing solution? The province is seeking the public’s input on changes to the rules to camp on the water, but what does that mean for those already living the seafaring life and those that want to jump on board. A local teacher turned her passion project into a full blown youth climate conference in Owen Sound. We heard why she believes we need to capture the interest of the young to care about the planet. When the big box bookstore left town, Catherine Wiebe, who had no business experience opened Firefly and Fox Books to fill the need. The secret to success; help from her family and friends.
There’s been a lot of talk about the 4 day work week. What does it take to get everyone on board, what does it mean for productivity, and also employee engagement? We went to the Township of Springwater that has turned a pilot project work style into a permanent choice for staff. Find out how it's been working for the town, its employees and residents. Catherine Hernandez, the author of the award winning book and screenplay, Scarborough, has just released a new book called the Story of Us .It's about giving a voice to those who either can't speak for themselves, or are too afraid to do so.It's March 1st and that has some cottagers thinking about opening up those summer homes. Sometimes, we may find a few critters that have made themselves right at home.. So, what to do?
We’ve heard a lot about ways to address the family doctor shortage across the province. A new clinic opening in Huntsville plans to manage the local demand.Kawartha Lakes Police Service have a new policy about naming people charged with less serious offenses. We heard from the chief of police about what's changed and how they plan to maintain public safety.
A new bill, if passed, could force nursing agencies to get licensed, but it could also push nurses out of the industry completely, warns the Canadian Black Nurses Alliance. We got their reaction on how the bill will shape the choices that nurses make going forward. The Mayor of Collingwood wants her staff to consider an addition to their new code of conduct. It would be a clause addressing romantic relationships in the office in the wake of the John Tory ScandalIt's been a year of Russian barrages ripping through Ukrainian lands, leaving a devastating path of destruction. As families continue to flee, we spoke with a Peterborough Ukrainian association as they reflect on this last year.
The women's national soccer team is having a battle in the SheBelives Cup, both on and off the field. We spoke with the treasurer of the Ontario Womens Soccer league to better understand the teams labor dispute. Repatriating indigenous items and ancestral remains is no easy task. We me with the local museum curator and archeology coordinator from Saugeen Ojibway Nation to learn about a new framework to return the collections to their owners.
For women escaping a violent relationship, the government's response to the inquest of the horrific 2015 murder of 3 women in Renfrew County is lackluster. We spoke with the counsel for a local advocacy group about what they want from the province. Those crazy zoom calls. That toilet paper shortage. It all seemed too weird to be real. But we lived through it. Now, those pandemic adventures are headed to the big stage in Owen Sound thanks to a Port Elgin author's COVID creativity. A musician in Collingwood has had some memorable encounters with legendary American civil rights activists like Rosa Parks and Thurgood Marshall. Bam 528 shared what those experiences mean to him today.
Are you one of the many people working more than one job to make ends meet right now? Or maybe you're wondering, what's the best industry to dive into. We heard from an employment agency that can give us some insight on the job market in Peterborough and surrounding areas. It's something that's going to be on many of your breakfast, brunch, or even dinner tables tonight: The pancake. Are you a pancake connoisseur or a straight outta the box kinda cook? We learnt all about the perfect one...and how to make them.
Rural transit is far and few between in Ontario, more so when it comes to accessible rural transit. To change that, Collingwood has launched a joint accessibility transit system with its neighbors and the demand has skyrocketed. Mayor Yvonne Hamlin joined us to talk about managing this increased need in the regionA group of retired teachers from Orillia are heading to South America this weekend but not to relax on the beach with a Mai Tai. Instead, they’re helping Mayan children and their families.A mild winter means an earlier than usual start for Maple Syrup farms across Ontario. We spoke with Tom Shaw of Shaw's Maple Syrup in with one in Oro-Medonte to get a sense of what they are planning for opening weekend.
40 acres of prime waterfront property…sounds like a developer's dream. But not in Midland, where a developer abruptly pulled out of a multi- million dollar project just before phase 1 was scheduled to start. We spoke with the mayor on why and what the city plans to do now. Tobacco enforcement is picking up in Peterborough. We spoke with Julie Ingram, the Manager of Environmental Health for Peterborough Public Health to earn why the Smoke-Free Ontario Act is getting dusted off to address rising complaints in the community.
Peterborough is experiencing a crisis in suspected opioid poisonings, with the medical officer of health calling January the deadliest month on record. We spoke with an outreach worker who says more needs to be done to save lives. The next generation of Personal Support Workers could be graduates right out of high school. A new program is launched in Simcoe Muskoka to bring more PSWs to meet the growing demand What do you do with all those social interactions you carry with you through the day? Met Tom Cooper, an author who converts them into anthologies.
When tragedy strikes, sometimes you're all alone and the only person there to console you, is a volunteer. We spoke with the agency that provides Victim Services in Simcoe and their need for more volunteers. Speaking of family doctor shortage.....a husband-wife doctor duo in Lindsay have decided to close their practice. It leaves more than a thousand patients scrambling to find new doctors, and the recruitment specialists are on the hunt to find their replacement. Are you familiar with the Steel Pan? Well, as a part of the Mosaic of Black Culture events, a musician may be stopping by a library near you to teach, and perform this traditional caribbean instrument. CBC’s Jared Hillel caught up with performer Django Pan Fyah to discuss his participation in these important events.
The town of Smiths Falls is struck hard following the hallmark cannabis plant, Canopy Growth announced its plan to downsize. So what will the town do to help the hundreds of employees left in the lurch.A vital support program that helps the most vulnerable people in Quinte West will be shut down in a matter of months. We found out why it's been pulled and how the agency plans on moving forward to help the growing homeless community in the region. Sexual health resources are expanding in Grey Bruce. We spoke with Gillian Jordan, Grey Bruce Health Unit Sexual Health Program Manager about why the added services are needed now more than ever.
Long-term care has dominated the headlines over the pandemic. Today, we met one of Ontario's 2022 Senior Achievement Award Recipients from Peterborough and heard her perspective on the state of things, as a volunteer.. Anyone having trouble finding affordable housing in Collingwood may soon breathe a sigh of relief : council is looking into a fast track zoning application project to create more affordable rental units. How will it work, and how fast can it get people into a unit ? A power tool workshop in Perth has women coming out of the woodwork to sign up. We found out what's special about it, and how it's breaking the stigma and barriers for women interested in the trades. Catching a city bus on a rural road is next to impossible in some parts of Ontario, but the City of Kingston and the surrounding municipalities are hoping to change that. They are gathering information on the needs for service expansion. The city manager behind the survey joined us to discuss the plan.
Death toll from Monday's devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria has exceeded 16000 ....and is expected to rise. Meanwhile, rescue efforts continue in the rubble , hampered by frigid conditions. Watching all this unfold is a Syrian family here in Prince Edward County who lost more than 10 relatives in the quakes.Having a Business Improvement Area association usually means good business for local entrepreneurs. But for Greater Napanee, that hasn't always been the case.Kingston city councilor has an idea on how to fix the low vacancy rate in the city. Councilor Conny Glenn spoke to us about why the city is ready to explore a vacant unit tax.
The city of Cornwall is home to hundreds of asylum seekers and could be home to hundreds more if the government has its way. But sending more refugees without talking to the host city has dangerous ripple effects..She was at the table the last time the feds negotiated major healthcare talks with the provinces, and former health minister Jane Philpott has some critiques of how Ottawa's handled it this time around. Looking to meet local authors in Muskoka and get a taste of their work? This Thursday you'll get a chance in Bracebridge. We spoke David Patterson, membership director for the Muskoka Author's Association
The descendants of a 19th century Black settlement in Owen Sound will finally have a monument commemorating the historic community .... following several acts of vandalism to a road sign that bears a controversial name. Knowing just how tough winters can get in Ontario, a group of students at a local highschool in Belleville set up a charity for those in need. After their first fundraiser, Socks for Society managed to collect over 1200 dollars.Its estimated 25 million birds die from window collisions each year in Canada alone. Students at Fleming College are hoping to change that with a bird friendly campus.
The wheels on school buses for some special needs children won’t be turning any longer in Simcoe County. We spoke with a school trustee who explained the decision, and an Innisfil parent who says her son who lives with autism and Tourettes is being left out in the cold. 7,000 units, in 7 years... That's the pitch from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus as its members try to sell federal and provincial partners on a project to build more affordable housing in the area.Have you ever wondered what it would like to be in a family band? Well, what started as a pandemic project has turned into a full blown album for Kingston father-and-daughter duo Zane and Olivia Whitfield.
Blindsided by your own team - that’s what Liberal MPP Ted Hsu felt after learning senior members of his party sent a letter to Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner, inviting him to run for leadership....while he gets ready to enter the race himself.
In wake of the shooting death of Constable Greg Pierzchala, Premiers and police associations have urged Ottawa for bail reform. Now one more voice is joining that call : Brockville Police Chief Mark Noonan. His thoughts on how to balance the rights of the accused with the right to public safety.Could an app improve teen mental health? We spoke with Aislin Mushquash, a Lakehead University psychology professor, who has received a research grant that will allow her to study JoyPop, an app to log your mental health.Have you ever thought of signing a marriage agreement? Well according to family lawyers, they are more popular than ever, particularly with the younger generation. We spoke with a Peterborough lawyer about this growing trend.The Ontario Liberal Party could look a little greener. Senior members of the party have asked Green Party Leader, Mike Schreiner, to run for leadership -- and he's not ruling it out.
Last week, a Peterborough councilor told us why he's objecting to the city's plan to buy a townhouse to be used by homeless folks. Ahead of today's vote on the purchase, we hear from the city's Housing Manager on why this project is the best option to break the cycle of homelessness, despite some concerns.If you've never heard of the Rock Lottery, you're not alone. The unique musical event that was first brought to Barrie 12 years ago is making a comeback after a 9 year hiatus. Our show director Jared Hillel joined us with the story.
Grades , classes , fitting in....already a daunting task for most young people, but there’s an added stress if you identify as a 2SLGBTQ+ member. Now Simcoe County district school board has created a first-of-its-kind position in the country - a graduation coach for 2SLGBTQ+Recycling Carbon Dioxide one beer at a time. We went to Bath Ontario to look at how technology is being used at a craft brewery to curb carbon emissions.
We know graphic tobacco warning labels are effective. But could that idea work on alcohol bottles? Are there lessons to be learned from the health warning campaign? A marketing professor from Kingston weighed in.If you had 90 seconds, could you do an elevator pitch to win $1000? Well, a local non profit organization did just that in Kingston ! We spoke with them to find out the cause they're championing and the group of people this grant can help. Chiropractor by day, historian by passion. Dave Town joins us for a dive into the Black Swamp Gang, and his 20th book uncovering the past. While many restaurants had to downsize because of the pandemic, one restaurant has tripled their customers, particularly by helping vulnerable residents in Kingston. We found out what makes Martha’s Table so special.
We’ve heard a lot about burnout in health care professionals , so, could psychedelic therapies ease the mental health strain on our frontline health workers? We spoke with the first legal psychedelic wellness center in Kingston. The John Howard Society of Simcoe and Muskoka branch is getting a new boss....what does that mean for advocacy work for those in the jail system? We caught up with the new Executive Director to find out her vision to help inmates across the province.
Cottage country travelers will be back on the highway after Porter Airlines announced cancellation of all flights to and from Muskoka Airport. How will this news impact local tourism, and will there be a new airline taking over the popular routes? Living life on the road in a van could be a dream come true for some, but could it be a viable solution to the affordable housing crisis? We speak to a ‘van lifer’ in Orillia, who has the local council considering changing parking by-laws to help people find a home.A fundraiser for longtime musician Howard Ross will be held this weekend at Simcoe Jazz and Blues. The event, put together by Cobourg guitarist Bruce Longman features a long list of local talent for a full day of music. Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with the organizer, as well as the MC to learn more.
Soon, Ontarians needing a cataract surgery, a colonoscopy, hip or a knee replacement can be getting the procedure done at a private, for-profit clinic instead of hospital. That's the premier's plan to address the huge surgery backlog in the province. Could this model work? And why is it already raising concerns among health care professionals ? We got a lot of precipitation and some cooler temps last week, but is that enough to hit the ice and go fishing? We checked in with one ice fishing operator on Lake Simcoe to see how they are faring. As the government pushes to implement the $10-a-daycare program, operators are scrambling to hire and keep staff, specifically early childhood educators.We found out where the instructors are going and what can be done to keep them.Inspired by Dolly Parton and the resilience of the Queer community, Evangeline Gentle's new music has been making waves. Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with her for this week’s Sounds like Here
We met John Dunsmore, a weather watcher in Oro-Medonte with over 50 years of experience. Hear what he's learned over the years, and what fascinates him most about the weather. It's been a long wait, but the family of Abdurahman Hassan will finally have a chance to discover more about the circumstances around the Somali man's death while in detention as an inquest begins today. We spoke with a former refugee lawyer and law professor about the various issues in the immigration detention system this case highlights. After months of debate, on the street, and in city council meetings, a long-awaited new homeless drop in center will open today in Peterborough . We heard from one of the groups that took matters into their own hands ….to swing those doors wide open.
Kingston has declared a state of emergency of mental health and addiction in the city. But what does this declaration mean for the homeless, especially the large encampment off of Montreal StreetThe battle of the books is back again! The Canada Reads long list is out today, and we met one local author who made the cut from Kingston. Would you consider moving in with a senior to cut costs? If so, a church in Thornbury is ready to help. It's matching seniors with young people looking for an affordable home. We found out more about the Georgian Bay Home Share program and how they plan to put together perfect matches.
With all the focus on vaccinating for Covid, how are our kids doing when it comes to being immunized against other diseases such as measles, mumps or chicken pox? The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit says it's time to catch up on immunization. Most people would balk at getting downloaded with more work. That’s not the case for some pharmacists. Kristen Waite, owner of Kristen’s Pharmacy in Southampton shares why it's about time the province tapped into an underused resource.An eviction deadline for residents of an encampment in Kingston has been extended from today until March. Gregory Ridge, the city councilor who made it happen at last night's council meeting joined us to explain how this decision came about.
The OPP have issued a warning of a potentially deadly opioid strain that’s claimed the lives of 4 people in the last week. We spoke with the John Howard Society of Simcoe and Muskoka about what needs to be done to save more lives.Finding a safe and warm home is a challenge for many across the province. We heard about an out-of-the-box, citizen- led initiative that is on the verge of creating the first sleeping cabin village to combat homelessness in the town of Cobourg.
The town of Deep River is considering revamping the ATV bylaws at the request of a local ATV group. In light of all the dangers and deaths that have happened, we speak with the Town Reeve to find out what changes have been requested to the council drafting the new bylaw. Overcrowding at the Busby Centre city shelter in Barrie has prompted the town of Simcoe to open a new temporary homeless shelter. We spoke to the Executive Director to find out if it's sufficient to address the homeless crisis in the city.
More than a dozen experts are on a mission to transform dementia care in Ontario. And they're banding together as the Ontario Dementia Care Alliance to achieve that goal. Laura Tamblyn Watts, founder and CEO of CanAge tells us more about the changes they want to make.Are you still buying local? If you're not, farmers in Grey Bruce are pleading for you to come back. We speak with the chair of Eat Local Grey Bruce, to find out why they’re on the brink of collapse and what we can do to help.
As fallen OPP officer Grzegorz Pierzchala is laid to rest in Barrie this morning, he’s being remembered by a former coach and mentor, Shawn GerisThe funeral for a slain Haldimand County OPP Officer will be held in Barrie this morning. We spoke with the executive director for Badge of Life Canada about the ripple effect the death of Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala has had on the police community, and the services her organization is providing grieving officers right now.
It’s a tale of two cities... on the same day the Town of Orangeville removed public transit fares, the City of Orillia increased them. Mayor Don McIsaac tells us why the move is actually meant to help riders, and strengthen the transit system, in the new year. It's milder than usual today - a gift for outdoor adventurers. We heard from Zahan Imrul about a new winter camper who picked up the lifestyle during a pandemic lockdown.
We started the new year off with some reflections from poets laureate around the province. Hear what 2023 has inspired in Collingwood writer Jillian Morris.While many of us are just dipping a toe into this new year, today a grandmother in Kingston is getting ready to plunge in -- literally. We heard why her polar dip into Lake Ontario is for more than her own good.Some people start a new year by consulting their bucket lists, others their horoscopes. Hear how Peterborough’s Poet Laureate Sarah Lewis is finding inspiration in the new yearAs we enter the new year, we collected thoughts and reflections for 2023 from local poet laureates. Barrie’s Tyneisha Ternent explained why this year will be her “Jordan” year.
It’s taken a decade but the passenger trains will be chugging back into northern ontario. We spoke to an advocate from Northeastern Ontario Rail Network on why it took so long and what it means to the communities in the north, The gift giving season is here. We went to a local shop for ideas on gifting green and supporting local authors. Ontario is on track to getting that $10 a day daycare promise to parents with the new child care government grant. But there’s still an uphill battle with finding workers. We spoke with a daycare provider in Simcoe County on the real challenges they face.
Tattoos have been popular for a long time so it's not surprising that some people are having second thoughts about what they immortalized on their skin with ink. The CBC's Hallie Cotnam tells about a service that specializes in removing tattoos. And business is booming; Storytime featuring drag performers reading to young children are increasingly popular. But they are also attracting angry protests. We hear why one storytime scheduled for this past weekend had to be canceled while another one moved ahead, but not without incident. Geraldine Sark, the Brockville library CEO and Betty Baker, a drag performer from from Peterborough share their stories; Ontario is launching a new grant program for child care operators to create more daycare spaces. Rachel Vickerson, the Executive Director of the Association of Early Childhood Educators Ontario discusses how these grants will improve access to care; Jessica Zwarych of the Ontario SPCA tells us how they have over 24 rabbits in care who are in need of homes.
A team of five Grade Six girls from Penetanguishene won the Lunar Rover Research Challenge. It's a new national competition offered by four organizations, including the Canadian Space Agency. To win, the girls had to complete missions in the classroom that would simulate what the rover would do on the Moon. Grace Larmand is one of the students. And joining her is their supervising teacher, Austin Vavrovics; Peterborough Action for Tiny Homes, or PATH, has built 10 tiny homes for those experiencing homelessness. But the issue is where to put them. City council says they'll come up with a plan by February. We find out more from Susan Gontier, the founder of PATH; A new survey says the majority of Canadian workers haven't taken all their vacation days this year. Heather Haslam told us about their findings, She’s vice president of marketing at A-D-P Canada, the human resources consulting firm who did the research; The ski season is officially underway at the Blue Mountain resort. But if you plan to grab a bite or pick up a few souvenirs at the village after a few hours on the ski hill, make sure to pack your patience as businesses grapple with staff shortages. Andrew Siegwart, the president of Blue Mountain Village Association, tells us about the situation.
If you can't find any turkey in your local store, don't be surprised : an epidemic of avian flu is causing a shortage of the holiday staple, and forcing some charities to quickly find alternatives. A new exhibit at a Kingston synagogue tells the story of Jewish families who settled in the area after surviving the Holocaust. We spoke with Rabbi Erin Polansky on why this exhibit comes at a particularly important time.
They're starting the day with the spirit of giving in Kingston this morning. Staff at Chez Piggy restaurant are working extra hard as they prepare breakfast for 200 people in support of a good cause. We dropped into the Chez Piggy kitchen to get a sense of their preparation for the Zal and Rose Yanovsky School Breakfast fundraiserThe new mayor of Pembroke has some new ideas about advisory committees: get rid of them. Ron Gervais recently eliminated not one, not two, but four committees, without notice. The decision left many shocked, and searching for an explanation. We spoke with one of them in this half hour. Across Ontario, children's hospitals are at or above capacity due to high numbers of patients with respiratory viruses. Many health care professionals are calling the situation unprecedented We spoke with an infectious diseases specialist who gave us his thoughts on the crisis and what will happen next
A roving exhibit is about to launch a months long tour around Kingston. And in this show you don't just look at the art - you contribute.Two years ago the Ontario Hockey League appointed a director of cultural diversity to ensure the game is inclusive to everyone involved - players, staff, fans, and parents. In a week, when pro hockey recognized its first prominent players of color, we ask how their experience is influencing the game for young players today. Christmas is extra special when you have a freshly cut Christmas tree that you picked, cut, and brought home from the farm. We met a Christmas tree farmer who's helped provide that holiday spirit to families for 10 years.
It's been more than three decades since the killing of 14 women at Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal. But how much has really changed since that day, when it comes to violence against women? It's called the “King of musical instruments" for its size, complexity and power. But it's not as commonly known as piano or violin..probably because a pipe organ is not very portable. An organist tells us why the organ deserves to transcend its traditional church setting and get more attention. The NDP argues that the province's chief medical officer of health should be an independent officer of the legislature. The party is introducing a private member’s bill to make the change.
Today is a big day for a small Bruce County community - the Chesley Hospital emergency department is once again open after an unprecedented 8-week closure. One local resident and former South Bruce Grey Health Centre board member joined me to talk about the closure, the implications, and the future of the hospital. The list of municipalities that oppose the province's controversial new housing law continues to grow. Peterborough mayor Jeff Leal joined us to elaborate on a 7-page letter he sent to Minister Steve Clark, and why he believes the new law is a bad idea.
This weekend a local pageant winner will be using her title and her platform to underline beauty and strength in disabilities. This morning we got to know Andreia Pacheco and her cause.It's unusual to see a flock of evening grosbeaks show up in Tiny Township at this time of the year....and now, one of them is getting even more attention from local birders because of an unusual, little seen feature. A research program at Queen's University gives older adults an opportunity to dance, sing and express their creativity....while giving a boost to their well-being.This Saturday the Barrie Public Library is hosting a new event that wants to showcase one of the many communities that they work with, local authors. If you want to get started on your holiday shopping, you might want to check out this weekend's Local Author Book Market.
A report issued last week in Peterborough found an increase of domestic violence occurrences during the pandemic. We spoke with Kirsten Armbrust, the Executive Director of community counseling and resource center
The new retirement home in Seeley's Bay opened with a song in its heart, and in its hallways Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with the owner to learn more about music as a fundamental element of elder care.
The backlog for surgeries at Ontario hospitals is frustrating for so many patients waiting for care. Now, that may change soon....with the help of a new digital system that the province is funding.
A report issued last week in Peterborough found an increase of domestic violence occurrences during the pandemic. We spoke with Kirsten Armbrust, the Executive Director of community counseling and resource center
The new retirement home in Seeley's Bay opened with a song in its heart, and in its hallways Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with the owner to learn more about music as a fundamental element of elder care.
The backlog for surgeries at Ontario hospitals is frustrating for so many patients waiting for care. Now, that may change soon....with the help of a new digital system that the province is funding.
What is it like to be part of the World Cup, one of the biggest sporting events of the world....and feeling conflicted being there? We spoke with a Barrie soccer fan and feminist activist in Qatar.
The basement of a Cobourg church was turned into a temporary overnight shelter a week ago, but volunteers are told beds are no longer allowed for those in need of a place to sleep.
Pandemic art, one word at a time. Barrie's new poet laureate has big ideas for her new role, and they go beyond poetry. We met the author and poet, Tyneisha Ternent.
Starting next Monday, city workers in Burlington will be required to wear masks in the workplace for the next 6 weeks.....Meanwhile, medical authorities from Sick Kids's Hospital CEO to emergency room doctors to local medical officers of health, are joining the call to bring back the mask mandate.
Canada's men's national soccer team is not the only one Ontario Morning country is watching, and cheering for. We head to Barrie to catch up with a bar owner who has been hosting watch parties for the Dutch.
It's being called one of the fastest growing outdoor recreational activities -- disc golf is growing on a lot of Kingstonians ....and the local club is inviting more to try it out. Before a "Learn-A-Ment” event tomorrow, we met one of the organizers.
City workers , local police showed up at a well-known Peterborough encampment on Tuesday morning. They removed large amounts of garbage, and told those living in the tents at some point, they will have to leave. But where do they leave to?
Dr. Peter Lin explores Chris Hemsworth's APOE4 gene discovery, which puts the actor at a heightened predisposition for developing Alzheimer’s disease.
By the end of this week Huntsville will once again have a new book store. We met Chandler Jolliffe, owner of Cedar Canoe Books on what he hopes the new space will bring to the community.
After enjoying a 2-year tuition freeze, university students in Ontario may soon have to dig deeper into their pockets to pay for schooling.....if Queen's University's principal has his way. We get a reaction from a student on the proposed tuition raise.
When you think of manufacturing jobs, images of assembly lines and heavy machinery are typically associated with men. Stephannie Schlichter, director of economic and creative development at the City of Barrie hopes to change that.
The co-founder of a program that helps Peterborough's inhalation users is being honored for their advocacy work with the YMCA Peace Medal.
8 weeks might not seem like a long time ...unless it's how long your local hospital's ER will remain closed. We spoke with a Chesley resident on how the long local ER closure has affected care in the community.
Innisfil is getting into winter with a celebration of the season that makes the most of life outdoors...which also seeks to reach out to those threatened by the cold.
Moving to a smaller community to start a new job has turned into a living nightmare for one man -- because of the moving part. Andries Huygens shared his plight of searching for an affordable home in Muskoka and how a new program from the local hospital is trying to help.
If you love musicals, don't miss Open the Window, a celebration of Canadian musical theater featuring 50 acclaimed performers. We spoke with Gabi Epstein, the show's director, about why this show is a must-see
A non-profit agency in Muskoka is taking a different route to build affordable housing. We spoke to Suzanne Martineau, the President of the Muskoka Community Land Trust, on how the organization works and why it could be the future of affordable housing.
A little while back, staff and residents at Grey Bruce Hospice were treated to a playdate with six adorable golden retriever puppies! We spoke to Amy McConachie, Funds Development Officer at the hospice, about the heartwarming event.
The surge of sick children is overwhelming hospital ERs across the province . A Kingston hospital is picking up the slack and taking in overflow from big city hospitals…
A return to red ink for Ontario. The province has announced gas tax cuts - but no new spending for health care in this update … We spoke with the Finance Minister about the economic headwinds to come.
Following yesterday's Bells of Christmas story, we go inside a long term care home, and hear what the program means to those most isolated.
Last week, we told you about a unique Peterborough program that's successfully helping people with alcohol and addiction programs . Today, we traveled to Barrie and checked out the first women-only treatment center before its official opening tomorrow.
If it seems like you're suddenly seeing online sports betting ads everywhere, you're not wrong. CBC’s Jared Hillel looked into why they're so ubiquitous, and whether it's something to be concerned about.
Bells of Christmas ringing again in Owen Sound, spreading holiday cheers to lonely seniors.
Military medals, uniforms, gas masks and more are on display at Peterborough's first military museum. We spoke with the Veteran in charge of the Museum about the historical memorabilia and what it means to honor our fallen soldiers this Remembrance Day,
The bird that is such an iconic image of Canada that it inspired our one dollar coin is in danger. Loon populations are declining. A loon expert explained why, and what can be done to save them.
How do you mark Remembrance Day? Mark Leonard, a resident of Cobourg has put up a display of white crosses and poppies every year for the past 30 years. He told us why this day is so important to him.
Gunfire used to ring out at a shooting range outside Perth. But locals -- including Olympic equestrian Amy Millar -- say, never again. The CBC's Stu Mills brought us that story.
Tomorrow is Remembrance Day...And a number of barber shops in Barrie and Midland are paying homage in their own unique way: giving free classic haircuts from now until Friday to veterans.....and first responders.
It's day 2 of an indefinite strike by Ontario education workers. That job action has consequences for teachers, and is not easy on parents -- but how is it affecting students? And how do they feel about the school year being put on hold?
Libraries are the hearts of many communities across the country, and a growing number of them are expanding services beyond books. We went to Orillia to see how the local library is guiding people to much needed social supports in the community.
Delegations from around the world are preparing for the COP27 climate conference, which begins Sunday in Egypt, and the stakes are high.
Throw some brooms on ice and you get curling...I mean broomball! The sport is hosting their world championships in Kingston this week. We spoke with an organizer about why the sport might become your new favorite game.
Most schools in the province are closed today as CUPE members walk off the job . We’ll hear more this morning from Laura Walton, Educational assistant and President of the Ontario school board council of unions
Don't know what to do with your Halloween pumpkin? Worry no more. It will be of use for a Tottenham farm. Linda Dunk joined us to discuss why she and her husband collect re-used pumpkins on their farm.
Talking to adults about fake news can be a tall order, but how do explain it all to kids? Author Joyce Grant's latest book hopes to help.
Schools across the province are scheduled to be closed on Friday as approximately 55,000 Ontario education workers prepare to walk off the job. What would that mean to students and their parents? We heard from a single mom in Bracebridge.
As a follow up to the OHL hockey scandal, we spoke with a local sexual assault clinic in Kawartha to find out what they are doing for the local hockey players and if the scandal has impacted how and what they teach players.
The Ontario government has tabled legislation to stop education workers from striking this Friday. But CUPE union representatives say the workers still plan to walk off the job . University of Toronto's Rafael Gomez joined us to talk about what needs to happen next with negotiations.
Child care operators in Ontario had until midnight this morning to sign on to the $10-a-day child care program. But some centers have decided not to take part … while others did so, but with many questions.
How much do you know of Kingston's "dark" history. These mysteries have made the Limestone City a unique subject for a Queen's PHD student.
How hectic was Queen’s University Homecoming this past weekend, we spoke with Kingston Police to find out just how crazy the party was.
Halloween canceled for some Simcoe County students? Instead, it's going to be an Orange and Black Spirit day. We spoke with a Trustee from the school board and a mom fighting to give her girls a fun Halloween.
The elections may be over for most of the province but there’s still one fight left, between two candidates in central Ontario. A recount has been called in the Township of Whitewater for the final council seat. Ivan Burton, the regions’ Chief Administrative Officer will joined us to break down the situation.
Don’t get caught like a deer in the headlights BY a deer in your headlights. Every year, around this time thousands of deer and vehicles collide on our highways. We got some tips and tricks on what to watch for to stay safe on those drives through the fall colors,
It's Queen's homecoming weekend again. The traditional alumni celebrations have all too often turned into an annual eruption of violence, intoxication and mischief that it's prompted a local hospital to issue an advance warning
The province plans to build 1.5 million homes in 10 years. That's part of new housing changes Ontario's Housing Minister announced this week. But will this plan make it easier to own a home and resolve the housing crisis in cities like Barrie?
Peter Lin says that RSV infections are typically mild but require cautious monitoring, BECAUSE breathing trouble in young kids can be a serious issue.
The staff at Cornwall Community Hospital have delivered a record breaking number of babies over the summer. We spoke to the manager at the Women and Children’s Health’s to find out more.
Singer Sherry Ryan has been putting out music since 2005. Her latest album, Shout for More, features a song called Sparrow, which interweaves the story of a very familiar bird with her own story of her life. Our music man Jared Hillel caught up with her and got all the details.
Oro-Medonte has elected not only a new mayor, but an entirely new council for the next 4 years. New mayor Randy Greelaw talks about the change.
Several municipalities had to extend online voting periods Monday evening due to website crashes and internet glitches. How bad was it ? And what caused it ? An online voting expert returns with his post election insights.
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. A new memoir by Kingston resident, Susan Mockler, takes us into her life learning to live with an acquired disability after a car accident changed her life forever.
The number of candidates for municipal office in Ontario has been trending downwards over the last couple of elections. So how did one municipality in Grey County end up with a record number of them?
A grieving father joined us to talk about his daughter's special Halloween tradition and a legacy the family is carrying on in her name.
While today's election is focused on candidates vying to lead their communities, there are several incumbent mayors who chose not to run again. Our show director Jared Hillel caught up with four outgoing mayors for their thoughts as they wind down their tenure.
The 8-week closure of Chesley Hospital ER has many wondering whether there is any hope of fixing the chronic staffing shortage in our healthcare system. Some out of the box thinking demonstrated by the Pembroke hospital suggests there IS hope.
High inflation and the rising cost of living is hitting one group particularly hard : university students. A creative new project at Queen's University is helping those struggling to buy food.
We may not yet be in a post pandemic world -- will we ever be, really? Last night a community discussion reflected on what living in THESE covid times means nowadays.
This week, we heard from both the Chesley hospital CEO and the local mayor about what led to the 8-week ER closure and its impact. This morning, a nurse's perspective on the situation.
The need for foster care for teens and children isn't new -- but the way a Simcoe Muskoka organization is recruiting new fosters IS. We heard about the realities, and the changes, in this much needed social support system.
After last week's shooting deaths of two police officers, a private funeral service will be held this morning in Barrie. CBC reporter Ali Chiasson is on the scene and joined us from there this morning.
Ontario accounted for over 60 per cent of Canada's human trafficking cases in 2019. The vast majority of them are sex trafficking cases. No wonder educators are concerned -- and why one local school board is taking steps to curb it.
Last night the South Grey Bruce community gathered to talk about its local Chesley hospital, and the Emergency Department being closed till December. We found out what the conversation there was like and what it says about the future of healthcare in the region.
A Peterborough music showcase takes the old idea of cover songs and refreshes it with a creative pairing of local talent. Our music man Jared Hillel spoke with the show’s director and host.
The way people see hockey in this country is changing, coming up author Justin Davis joins us for a chat about his new book, Conflicted Scars: An Average Player’s Journey to the NHL.
Why is lacrosse excluded from the next Canada Summer Games after finally making it on the list this year?
For 45 years, volunteers at Telecare Peterborough have been taking calls 24/7 from fellow residents who need emotional support. This morning, we called a longtime volunteer and listened to her talk about the work and the impact in the community.
In next week's municipal election, many voters will phone it in-- or use their computers and devices to vote. But not in Oro Medonte, where voters will have to vote in person. Mayor Harry Hughes explained why
The Chesley Hospital has shut down its emergency room until December. Tonight the community gets to hear more about the situation, and respond.
A leaked document from Ontario Health shows how serious the emergency room crisis is. The Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians president will be here to discuss why we are seeing record wait times and what can be done about it.
Why did Peterborough's mayor declare a homeless emergency ? What does that mean to the worsening crisis and how the city responds to it? We spoke with Peterborough’s Mayor Diane Therrien.
Like cities across Ontario, Peterborough has been grappling with homelessness. Last night, city council held a special meeting to hear a city staff report on homeless shelters.
Time to grab that voter card and head to the polls -- ah, not quite! With municipal elections happening across the province, more Ontarians than ever before will vote online. But is Ontario ready?
Prairie tallgrass plays an important role in ecosystems across Ontario. We heard about a seed collection initiative taking place this weekend... one that comes with the added benefit of making nature more accessible to new Canadians.
It is a sad day in Innisfil today, as the town outside Barrie grapples with the shock of a shooting incident that left three dead.
After the shooting deaths of two Innisfil officers, Mark Baxter, president of the Police Association of Ontario joined us to reflect on the news, and the dangerous aspects of being a police officer.
The face of birding in Ontario is changing. We met a twenty-year-old who is breaking a birding record 3 months ahead of schedule.
We talked about Seasonal Affective Disorder... and the steps you can take to keep the winter blues away this year
A disturbance call on Tuesday evening in a quiet Innisfil neighborhood ended with 3 deaths, and left the community reeling. Mayor Lynn Dollin talked to us about the tragedy and the officers she knew.
Update on the latest covid outbreak at Providence Care and how the organization is helping elderly patients transition from hospital to home through a special program.
An Orillia animal shelter is grappling with a cat-aclysmic number of felines coming in… and the shelter founder calls this the worst year she's seen in two decades.
Most people are coming back to work after a day off for the holiday. But what if every week was a long weekend? Could it ever become the new norm?
The Toronto Blue Jays begin their playoff run at home tonight . Lots of fans will be watching...Including a Belleville fan who says the boys in blue kept her company through a tough time in her life.
1650 - that's the monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Barrie, now one of the most expensive cities in Canada. Yesterday we heard from the city on how to create more affordable housing . Today, a different perspective.
Politicians and corporate sponsors, are expressing their disappointment at how Hockey Canada is handling the sexual assault allegations that go back decades. The federal sports minister told reporters yesterday it's time for the organization to change leadership before they burn the whole thing to the ground.
A few cows in Port Hope found a new roommate in a moose. How they got along and why one resident needed to move away.
Just ahead of Thanksgiving long weekend, Peterborough Public Health upgraded its Covid community risk index to “very high” for the first time. Why ? and how will that affect your Thanksgiving gathering?
Excited students, nervous neighbors, weary police - you know, the usual story of homecoming parties. The annual bash involving Trent university students in Peterborough left quite a mess.
We got an update from Belleville’s local fire chief after a massive fire rained debris in the city's east end, and forced evacuation of 150 homes.
A majority of Ontario education workers have voted in favor of strike action. They are willing to walk off the job if their contract demands are not met. We heard from a labor specialist about what workers are demanding and how this could play out.
Few people understand concussions quite like Ryan Sutton of Peterborough. At 26 years of age, he's sustained 8 concussions. Now he's trying to help others cope with the injury and understand how to prevent it.
Ontario has a new plan to deal with rising electricity demand. What does this mean for the rising demand for power.
Concerns about the political climate may be part of why we're not seeing as many people run for municipal office as are needed. We spoke with Councillor Diane Freeman, to discuss the measures one council has been prompted to take as a result.
A major fire began in Belleville overnight. Belleville Police Service have asked people to avoid the area of Haig Rd and Station St due to blowing debris and air quality. Mayor Mitch Panciuk gave us an update on the situation
From dairy to beef to vegetable , Janet Dawson's farming roots have led to a popular Indian River farm she runs with her family and now, the 2022 Farm Family of the Year Award.
The dead are returning to life in Cobourg -- and they're coming for dinner. A new play revives some colorful characters from the town's past and puts them together on stage to spill the tea on some local lore.
Canada's dog import ban is now in effect. Where does that leave an animal protection agency that has been bringing rescue dogs from overseas for years, AND the animals waiting to be saved ?
Paying homage to the residential school survivors and those that never made it home through art - a Neyaashiinigmiing artist shares the story behind a special painting she produced as the nation prepares to mark the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
By now, you've likely heard the stories of seniors getting scammed by someone who claims to be their grandchild, and asking for money to be sent. Scams targeting the elderly continue to rise. We spoke with Sgt Brett Boniface on how to keep seniors safe.
Building a Home in a new place isn't always easy. We learnt about a book hoping to help people understand the newcomer experience from a kid's perspective.
The doctors at Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit have created an online tool for the community to easily learn the risk level of COVID-19 in the region. The Medical Officer of the health unit explains
It’s been years in the making but finally, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Canada is one step closer to having their own cemetery to bury their loved ones. The Bradford West Gwillimbury council approved their application recently.
Gassing up is no longer the only option for Kingston boaters as a new supercharger is on offer now ...is this the beginning of an electric boating revolution?
Kate Porter reports on the CBC analysis of over 400 municipalities across Ontario that revealed that many local officials such as mayors and councilors will run uncontested. That means they'll be acclaimed without any of the debate or discussion that is expected during an election campaign; Orillia has an official climate action plan. With the municipal election underway, residents and candidates came together to talk about what a new council can do to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We'll hear ideas from yesterday's Net Zero conference from Stan Mathewson of Sustainable Orillia; It's a new school year with an old problem: a shortage of school bus drivers. Boards across the province are scrambling to fill the drivers' seats while finding alternative ways to get kids to schools. We hear from Diane Lloyd, of the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board; Beavers have been busy across North America building not just dams but ecosystems that could help fight climate change. We find out how from Huntsville author and Carleton University lecturer Michael Runtz.
Bob and Blake Vermilyea talk about finding themselves taking over the family's dairy and crop operation while in their twenties. We then hear from Bob's son Blake who talks about where farming is heading in the future; Daemin Whetung is one of the organizers of the Mnoominkewin Gathering being held at Curve Lake First Nation, to celebrate wild rice and indigenous food sovereignty; Tomson Highway, one of Canada’s most treasured storytellers, came by our studio. He will be delivering this year's Massey Lectures – ‘Laughing With The Trickster: On Sex, Death – and Accordions’.
Deborah Vanberkel of Napanee is both a dairy farmer and a psychotherapist treating her fellow farmers. She tells us about what prompted her to undertake her wellness practice. And in another conversation, dairy farmer Peggy Brekveld, who is also the president of of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, tells us about their new Agriculture Wellness Ontario program which includes counselling, suicide prevention and mental health literacy help; Muckpaloo Ipeelie tells about the changing of the seasons ceremony happening today at the Awen Gathering Circle in Collingwood; Safe consumption sites for drugs tend to polarize communities wherever they're proposed. Plans are now underway to open a site in Barrie. Is there something to be learned from Peterborough's experience which opened its own safe consumption site three months ago? We hear first from Donna Rogers, the Executive Director of the Four Counties Addiction Services Team, the host organization for Peterborough's facility. And then we find out more about the preparations in Barrie from Meredith Fryia. She's the Addictions Program Manager with the Canadian Mental Health Association's Simcoe County Branch. The agency has just received an exemption from Health Canada that allows for the use of illegal drugs at their proposed facility.
In a two part-conversation we hear first from Haley MacDonald the acting director of Operaton Grow in Midland - a unique indoor vertical farm. She is then joined by Farm Lead Courtney Abela to explain how the work that's done there helps some women navigate beyond trauma to healing; For correctional officers, a high level of stress comes with the job. Naz Alavi, who teaches Psychology at Queen's University, tells us how free online therapy is now available; The first semester of university or college is an exciting time of new experiences, new friends, and increased independence. But it's also a time of increased instances of sexual assault. Kayla Ham, a student at Wilfred Laurier University and a member of the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance explains why she supports the creation of Consent Awareness Week, to clarify when and why consent is needed. Dr. Iris Gorfinkel talks about a new study that lists some serious health risks associated with staying up to late and not getting enough sleep.
Mike Douglas is the owner of Brechin-Brae Farm on the eastern shore of Lake Simcoe. In a far-ranging discussion he talks about some of the challenges he is facing as a farmer; As more bears break into trash bins in cottage country, Jane Dunlop, the Deputy Mayor of Severn Township talks about who bears the responsibility, and ways to stop the hungry animals; A group of Ontario MPP's spent the last two weeks living on a so-called "social assistance diet." Ottawa MPP Chandra Pasma tells us what it's like to eat on $50 a week and what is needs to be done to help the most vulnerable; Playwright and performer Leah Holder talks about reprising her role in 'Mary of Shanty Bay' based on the woman who travelled from Great Britain in the early 1800's and ended up finding a home here in the 'new world'.
Many residents and groups in Barrie criticized Queens Nightclub for its 'Naughty School Girl Night' that was scheduled for last Friday. Among them was Teresa Maclennan, the Executive Director of Women and Children's Shelter of Barrie; The cost of just about everything is going up for everybody - including students. So how can they make ends meet while trying to keep their grades up? Riaz Nandan of the Canadian Federation of Students offers his perspective.
Tackling food insecurity is important, especially as the cost of living goes up. Today, we learnt about the Kingston and Area Community Training Farm and the work they're doing to address food insecurity and labor shortages in farming as we continue our look at what's growing in Ontario.
This month, Kingston welcomed nine new doctors. We met one of them a few days ago. But many regions' struggle to attract family physicians continue, and the problem is not going away anytime soon. Queen's University may have a solution.
For the first time in three years, mayors, economic development professionals , movers and shakers from Eastern Ontario have gathered in person for the annual Ontario East Municipal Conference this week. One of the attendees, Peterborough mayor Diane Therrien , told how the past years could shape the upcoming municipal elections
All week we've been exploring what's growing in Ontario Morning country, but nothing would grow without first getting the right seeds. We went to an organic seed farm in Palmerston.
As MPs return to the House of Commons , all eyes are on the new Conservative Party leader, Pierre Poilievre. The career politician cruised to a landslide victory in the party’s leadership contest last weekend. Now, he's ready for business . We spoke with two local Conservative MPs talk about the new leader, and what changes may come with the new man.
We have chosen to move forward with a federal holiday on Monday But schools, businesses and most workplaces will remain open in Ontario and Quebec. We spoke to one of Canada’s official mourners, who’ll be at the funeral on Monday in Westminster Abbey. Love music but don't think you have the talent to pursue it? Well, these days, music is not just for the composers, performers and artists. It's also turning up in various academic faculties in our universities and colleges. CBC's Jared Hillel caught up with three professors to discuss how they are incorporating music into their courses.
Toronto to New York City is a quick flight, but it takes days to reach the Big Apple by bike. We heard how one Collingwood cyclist is rising to the challenge for a good cause. Downtown Peterborough has hosted many successful festivals over the years, but a long Covid-induced pause is prompting review, reflection and new ideas about how to bring people downtown. We met the man behind some upcoming changes.
A year-long GoFundMe campaign to help Peterborough's drug inhalation users was unexpectedly shut down this month ...leaving the founder of Tweak Easy puzzled, frustrated, and worried about those she's trying to support. Back to school season is now well underway, our show director Jared Hillel caught up with a few professors to talk about what’s being offered this semester For the first time in nearly a decade, the Brockville Food Bank has needed to raise funds for food. Hear how it's responding to a growing demand for service, more than two years into the pandemic and amid a rising cost of living.
Elizabeth ll remembered. Two conversations on the life and legacy of the late Queen: the first with Jane Anne Thompson of Peterborough, a board member and trustee with the Canadian Royal Heritage Trust, and then with Ann MacMillan, the former CBC London correspondent and bureau chief who has reported on the royals for over four decades. A Queen's University graduate speaks out against the school's drinking culture. Tegwyn Hughes is a Queen's grad and former resident assistant. She shares her experience about how pervasive alcohol use - and abuse - is among students at the Kingston university.
Kingston council has ended hopes for Davis Tannery re-development proposal. Paige Agnew, the commissioner of community services and former chief planner for the city explains her disappointment with the decision. Last year, the province invested over $115 million to train thousands of new personal support workers. Georgian College was one of the recipients of the funding and it's allowed the school to offer their accelerated PSW program to students at no cost. Two of them - William Vardy and Michele Locke - talk about taking the course. And a conversation with the Queen’s University student who has won the Sharon Johnston Champion of Mental Health Award for Youth. Ervis Musa has spent the last two years working towards the promotion of mental health and well-being among the local student body in Kingston.
Kingston's Deputy Chief of Police Scott Fraser discusses the response to the return of Orientation at Queen's University; Ronika Umar-khitab is the President of the Pakistan Canada Association of Kingston describes her community's connection to the flooding that have killed thousands in Pakistan and their efforts to provide aid; Attention drivers! Soon all school buses in Ontario will be equipped new amber lights to warn motorists that the bus is about to stop to pick up or drop off kids. Nancy Daigneault of School Bus Ontario explains.
School is back and COVID is still with us. Family doctor Rose Zacharias - who also heads the Ontario Medical Association - has some advice on how to keep your kids healthy this school year; Coping with costs can be a challenge for college and university students. Certified financial planner Shannon Lee Simmons has some tips; It was the final day for the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough before reopening at their new home next summer. Museum director Carolyn Hyslop tells us more. Infectious disease epidemiologist Colin Furness proposes we take a new approach to ensure that more kids aged 5 to 11 get vaccinated against COVID.
It's about the least likely event you'd expect to have in an old WWII airbase -- a queer comedy festival. But this year, the We're Funny That Way festival will take to the stage at Picton's Base31 to bring laughter, and raise awareness and money for a good cause.
A wave of grief and support continues to pour in for the six young people killed in a car crash last weekend in Barrie. On Saturday, the community will gather for a vigil to honor the victims and their families. An organizer shared what's being planned and how the tragic event has shaped the community nearly one week later.
August has come and gone, but the turn of the calendar has made way for a new season to begin here in Ontario... fall fair season. After a long hiatus, the Perth Fair is back in full swing this weekend.
The United Way of Bruce Grey is filling thousands of bags with school supplies as part of its annual backpack program, but increased demand, costs and supply chain issues are setting them back... just days before the start of a new school year.
Towering high above the waters of Georgian Bay are the dozens of white tubes that make up the Collingwood Grain Terminals. They've been abandoned for decades, but are now slated for new life. Acting mayor Keith Hull shared details on the plan approved by the town council.
High tech farming equipment is more and more common, but security against cyber threats is nearly nonexistent.
A group of women in Barrie are raising money for the six young people killed in a car crash over the weekend. An organizer shares how the community is coming together to support the victims' families.
From cliffs and caves to petroglyphs and meteor craters.... this province has a lot of unusual things to offer. And no one knows that better than Ron Brown. The author of a new book on Ontario's strangest sites, joined us to talk about why we should visit them.
Community members in Peterborough are remembering lost loved ones and working to de-stigmatize addiction in an event marking International Overdose Awareness Day.
It's been called the 'Elephant on the Escarpment'. A massive development planned for the Blue Mountains 50 years ago is in the news again. We found out why and whether it could still become a reality. What are the chances the school year will start, and continue, without interruption? It's not just COVID-19 that could disrupt things. It's crunch time for labour negotiations with education workers. We checked in with the president of the Ontario School Board Council of Unions.
The City of Barrie has been rocked by tragedy. Six people died Sunday in a single-vehicle crash... the same individuals believed to be reported missing the day before. Mayor Jeff Lehman gave us an update on how the community is coping. How connected are you to nature? The Nature Conservancy of Canada wants to help you figure that out. They just released a new quiz to assess how much time you spend outdoors -- and ways to improve it. CBC's gardening wizard Ed Lawrence retires today, after 40 years on the air giving garden advice. We spoke to him ahead of his last call-in at noon. And remember: no need to overwater!
Kingston police say an incident where a driver struck several individuals earlier this week was not targeted. It happened outside the Integrated Care Hub, a local community health center, where some people were isolating in tents with COVID-19. The federal government gave Ontario a deadline earlier this month for its plan to protect threatened boreal caribou. The province says it delivered, but environmentalists say not enough is being done. The County of Simcoe is changing the way it delivers services to local libraries. That has one Bradford West Gwillimbury councilor concerned newcomers and non-English speakers will be disproportionately affected.
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Peterborough has reached “critical, catastrophic proportions,” according to a local advocate. How an ambitious tiny homes project might be able to provide some relief. September is fast approaching, and post-secondary institutions are laying out their COVID policies ahead of the new school year -- and it's a mixed bag. Peterborough's medical officer of health has been advising some institutions. Elvis sighting! This weekend, "The King" (or many of them) will be in Tweed for the 10th Tweed Elvis Festival... back after two years of pandemic cancellations.
Since 1991, August 24th has been a day to celebrate independence for Ukrainians, but what does that mean when the country has been locked in six months of war? We heard from one Owen Sound woman who's been helping resettle families fleeing the fighting. New data from Ontario's chief coroner shows more Ontarians died of opioids during the second year of the pandemic than the first. But the data also shows a dip in overdose deaths earlier this year. We checked in with one harm reduction advocate in the Peterborough area.
Despite an extended deadline and some program changes, some child-care operators are still on the fence about applying for the 10-dollar-a-day program. We heard why one daycare owner in Innisfil has been hesitant to get on board, and what will give her the confidence to sign up. Some migrant workers in Ontario say they're subject to what is basically systematic slavery. How some of the most vulnerable workers are speaking up, despite fearing for their jobs.
Green burials are making some headway in Haliburton County. Algonquin Highlands recently amended its cemetery bylaw to allow for them at one of its sites, but a local advocate says the practice still has a long way to go.
Hot tubs in Ontario’s cottage country are running dry. CBC's Angelina King brings us a story out of Haliburton County, where the local health unit has ordered several resort rental owners to shut down their tubs for not following provincial regulations.
Today's the last day to throw your hat in the ring for the upcoming municipal elections, if you've been sitting on the fence. We spoke with the Mayor of Collingwood to see what engagement looks like out there, and why more people should get involved in local government. With the nomination deadline for October's municipal elections just hours away, we heard from Peterborough city councilor Kemi Akapo about the representation she'd like to see on municipal councils, and what it will cost communities if those voices aren't engaged come fall. It’s been two years of virtual howling for naturalist Michael Runtz, but he’ll be back in-person at Algonquin Park tonight to host the first public wolf howl since the pandemic.
It's budget day in Ontario, coming at a time when many of us are reviewing our spending and income and having to make decisions.People relying on disability payments in this province say they're forced to make impossible choices as the cost of living rises.
If you're holding property in the most overvalued housing market in Southern Ontario, you’re sitting on way more than just chump change. But if you’re looking to buy, you might want to continue your search. We spoke with the president of a local real estate association about what’s driving the market in Peterborough.
Municipalities across Ontario struggle to address addiction, mental health and homelessness. Two cities are experimenting with new positions that will reach out to those in need, instead of waiting to be sought out.
After more than 2 years of the pandemic, records are being set .. such as how long the virus can remain in one person. Dr. Lin talked about what these statistics mean for the general public.
It's Budget day in Ontario.. And this budget is more important than most.. coming just before a provincial election.
Rogers is putting Freedom Mobile up for sale, as part of its takeover of Shaw. Just who will end up buying it, we don't yet know
A new report takes Canada’s armed forces to task for not doing enough to address racism.
A Canadian Senator is going back to her roots — to encourage those thinking about running for municipal politics this fall.
It's a little early for wine but this week’s book column might have you reaching for the corkscrew.
As you do your taxes, you'll probably come across a section where you can opt to give your money to the government -- to pay down the debt. Who does that? And what impact does it have?
Pages…and heads, are turning at the Clearview Public Library in Stayner. The building has just been recognized with another award for design.
In Shanghai people are venting their anger against the government in audio recordings that have gone viral. The so called Voices of April recordings speak of food shortages and government bungling...as residents there continue a strict lockdown that has gone on for weeks.
An unusually high number of bees died in Ontario over the winter. Now, beekeepers are trying to figure out why -- and what it means for business and the environment.
A discovery about the history of the Bruce Trail launched one Trent student onto an adventure. She’s challenging herself to hike the entirety of the modern-day trail, focusing on its roots to the Underground Railroad.
Countries like Portugal, the Netherlands and Australia have done it, and Canada could be next. A petition to decriminalize personal drug use has been put to the House of Commons. Kingston’s drug strategy committee is throwing their weight behind the cause.
Elon Musk has purchased Twitter. Takara Small broke down what it means for the company, and its users.
At this stage of the pandemic, lots of us have had covid...and as we further relax restrictions...many are wondering...what happens if I am one of those who have to battle long covid?
Whether you flip flop between missing your morning commute to the office... and enjoying the freedom to sleep in a little longer before your morning meeting ... adapting to in-person work might be just as scary as the abrupt remote work response...
Day 5 of the OHL playoffs are here. The Petes, the Colts, and the Attack will all be hitting the ice tonight, hoping to inch one step closer to claiming the league’s top spot. OHL analyst Paige Martin gave us a rundown on tonight’s matchups and the teams eyeing the cup.
Getting queer and trans issues on the provincial party platforms…we spoke with a campaign organizer hoping to do just that ahead of Ontario's election.
Who are the Victorian ladies in a hockey photo uncovered by the Collingwood Museum?
Stuck inside, rationing food. That's just some of what people in Shanghai have been going through, as the city continues its strict lockdowns. We spoke with a Kingston teacher who's now living in Shanghai.
Highway traffic can be a disaster, especially for local wildlife. Species like frogs are particularly vulnerable to motor collisions, but new research shows there are ways to save our amphibian friends from this fate.
Canada has committed to achieving 90 per cent of its electricity from zero-emission sources by 2030. But how far along are we at meeting this target?
On this Earth Day, we're contemplating the stars. The dark sky preserve in Muskoka offers unparalleled views of the night sky, but the more popular the celestial destination has gotten, the harder it's become to maintain.
There's been all this talk about wastewater and COVID -- but how does it actually work? Haydn Watters went out to collect sewage for sampling
Wipe that dust off your dancing shoes, Spring Queening has arrived in Barrie. Saturday’s dinner and drag show promises to keep audiences on their toes.
How severe is the bird flu? And does it pose any risks to humans?
Tonight, culinary students at Georgian College will showcase a series of new food products based on regional cuisine.
Are you finding it hard to muster up the energy and motivation to be physically active? Turns out the health effects of even small doses of exercise can work wonders on physical and mental health.
We met a stay at home Dad in who's turned his love of sandwiches into tiktok stardom.
Sounds like here with Jared Hillel featuring Michael C. Duguay
Barrie’s old jail has long been closed, but one city councilor believes it still has something to offer the city.
From coast-to-coast-to-coast, cinephiles are gearing up for an epic day of Canadian film.
On today's books column, we remembered why short is sweet. We spoke to a Belleville writer up for a national short story prize.
Ontario’s sixth wave is causing a staffing strain in hospitals yet again. But one school says their prospective nursing students are seeing it as an opportunity to secure a job post-grad.
A planned fare increase isn’t sitting well with some Kingston taxi companies. They’re calling on the rate to be slashed in half…or risk losing their customers.
How to navigate the rough waters of inflation, and rising interest rates? Kelley Keehn, personal finance educator & author shared some tips.
Teacher shortages are creeping up again.Teachers in places like Simcoe County are shuffling around to cover their colleagues. We talked about the toll that’s taking.
Canadian soldiers boarded a plane for Poland on Friday... For a humanitarian mission to help refugees escaping the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Did the sudden snowfall bury your gardening plans? Not to worry -- this is the perfect time to start sketching out your spring season planting.
School boards are split. Ottawa-Carleton District School Board voted to bring back a mask mandate. Thames Valley District School Board trustees voted it down, acting on lawyer's advice. So what's allowed?
A 12 year old Barrie boy is using backpacks for more than just carrying stuff. Oscar Oliver is going to Poland to fill up as many backpacks as he can with support and comfort for Ukrainian children there.
The Easter long weekend is almost here.. and for many, that means gatherings with friends and family. But with covid cases rising across the country, how do you celebrate this spring holiday.. safely?
And as we head into this long holiday weekend, we here at Ontario Morning have something else to celebrate...a new host for the program! We welcome Ramraajh Sharvendiran.
Two of the most important holidays on the Christian and Jewish calendars converge this weekend: Easter and Passover.
Has your child’s bus route been canceled lately? School bus driver shortages are not new in this pandemic, but it’s being felt more keenly by some bus consortiums post-March Break.
Last September, Canada promised to bring forty thousand Afghans to safety in Canada. We checked in to see where they stand on that promise.
Three months after the abduction of a woman from Wasaga Beach, OPP investigators are no closer to identifying a motive. Now, they’re pleading with the public for more information.
City dwellers are no strangers to visiting beach towns when temperatures rise. But as we inch closer to summer, there is a growing movement among some lakeside communities to preserve their way of life – and it starts with cracking down on short-term rentals.
Wednesday means time for our books column. This week it's bite size recommendations as the head of programming at the Kingston Library dove into instagram poets inspired by the work of Rupi Kaur.
Live theater companies around Ontario are rolling out their first FULL seasons since the pandemic started. But to make sure the show goes on -- they need back up.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and we're drawing attention to the issue by asking -- if someone came to you with concerns that they were sexually assaulted.. would you know what to say? What are the right words? What are the wrong questions to ask? We talk to Andrea Gunraj from the Canadian Women's Foundation for more.
Some students are raising concerns after the Law Society of Ontario announced changes to the upcoming summer bar exams. We speak to third year law student Ryan Shah about what he and other Ontario students are experiencing.
Ontario's chief medical officer of health Dr. Kieran Moore spoke to media yesterday for the first time in more than a month. Dr. Gerald Evans is an infectious disease specialist at Queen’s University and a member of the COVID-19 Science Advisory Table. We speak to him for the details.
After a couple of very tough years, ski resorts in Ontario are celebrating once again. The ski season is just wrapping up and operators are looking over how it went. We chat with Kevin Nichol who is the president of the Ontario Snow Resorts Association.
Humane Canada is a federation of SPCAs and humane societies. It's trying to put pet food security on better footing with a national pet food bank program. We talk to Barbara Cartwright who is the C-E-O of Humane Canada.
Absentee rates are increasing amid Ontario’s sixth wave...Businesses are trying to avoid possible interruptions to their staffing -- and, to their bottom line. Carrie Lynn Macpherson is the owner of Kingston Paint and Decorating.
A small item in the federal budget...but significant for human rights. A twenty-five million dollars for a pilot project to make menstrual products freely available to Canadians.
If you're like most adults in this country, you're struggling to get enough physical exercise. Canadian guidelines recommend 150-minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each week. We got some tips on how to get moving...and why it might be less daunting than you think.
As the world watches scenes and accounts of mounting atrocities in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion on Feb. 24, many world leaders are calling for Vladimir Putin to be charged with the crime of aggression for planning, preparing, initiating, or executing an illegal war.
Business Column with Donna Guzik
As we deal with a surge of COVID again, we'll talk about anti-virals, what Ontario has, who can access them and who can't.
Did you miss the BlueJays season opening series over the weekend? No need to worry! We recap all the action
Brent Beers is the owner of Maple Grove Syrup in Severn Township. He tells us about how the season has been so far; CBC Marketplace has been investigating the problem of scam calls for five years now. We hear about what they've found from host David Common later this hour;Housing affordability is a number one issue in Canadaand yesterday's federal budget reflects that. We talk to a senior economist from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives about what the federal government is proposing to do to help Canadians; the latest Heritage Minutes shines a light on something you may not know much about: the history of slavery in Ontario. More on that with the president of the Ontario Black History Society; Film and TV critic Di Golding tells us about the new Judd Apatow movie 'The Bubble' and the new documentary about Tony Hawk, 'Until the Wheels Come Off'; The environment was front and centre in yesterday's budget. The Liberals are proposing billions of dollars for action on climate change. But the investment in carbon capture is drawing some criticism. We hear from an expert in environmental policy at Queen's University. Plus, a local advocate gives their take; Canadian Screen Awards week wraps up on Sunday with the broadcast Gala. Who’s won and how does our homegrown industry look? We’ll get the rundown from the head of the Canadian Academy herself, Beth Jansen.
Car thefts have been on the rise. In Barrie, more than 70 vehicles have been stolen this year alone -- and certain makes and models are being targeted over others.
What's driving Canada's labor shortage? And how can it be addressed? Labor economist Diane-Gabrielle Tremblay joined us to discuss the situation.
New infrastructure for electric vehicles could be coming to Peterborough. City council endorsed a plan to offer dozens of free EV charging stations.
Throughout the pandemic there's been talk that COVID does not have a severe effect on kids. But does that thinking still apply for Omicron, and specifically the BA.2 variant?
Arctic Sovereignty and modernizing NORAD has been in the headlines since Russia's invasion of Ukraine...the 2022 federal Budget is expected to pour up to eight billion dollars into improving the defense of North America and sending arms to Ukraine.
As grocery prices rise, more people are looking for tips and tricks to beat them… and social media is often their go-to destination.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky describes alleged Russian massacres in Ukraine and again asks for stronger international action to stop it.
After 14 years, boil water advisories have been lifted for most homes inTyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
As Ramadan starts, Muslims go about their daily routine while fasting. And while adults are experts, kids are still learning to navigate their day without food or water.
Spring... a time of renewal. As you’re basking in the sun, how about cracking open a book?
Some said it would kill jobs. But a new report finds that Ontario's minimum wage hike to 14 dollars a few years ago did the EXACT opposite.
European L-D-D moths get a lot of attention for the damage they can do to trees. But they've got some stiff competition in the Emerald Ash Beetle. We brought you a story about a trail in the Bay of Quinte, where the beetle has done so much damage, the local conservation agency had to shut down a part of the trail system to protect hikers.
Cases of bird flu have been reported in some flocks across Ontario, including in the Bruce Peninsula.
Peterborough Public Health has a new COVID risk index to monitor community transmission -- and it's set to high.
Someone in your house has tested positive for COVID-19. Now what? Any way to keep it from spreading to others?
The Ontario PCs are introducing legislation to cut gas and fuel taxes to provide drivers some relief -- but it wouldn't start until after the provincial election.
Workers at a Napanee women and children's shelter have accepted an offer from their employer, ending a five-month long strike.
What's been the reaction among Indigenous peoples in this country to the Pope's apology last week in Rome --for the deplorable conduct of members of the Catholic Church in Canada?
Just because it's been a gloomy start to April, doesn't mean you have to keep your bike in the garage. In fact, this month may be the perfect time to put your feet to the pedals.
Hospitals have been trying to play catch up since non-urgent medical procedures resumed in February. We heard from a Barrie hospital about how they're working to get back to full operational capacity, as Ontario heads into a sixth wave.
Canadian cryptocurrency companies are vying to build relationships with all levels of government to demystify the industry.
It's no April Fools' joke. A group of Peterborough students are out searching for sasquatch. They've even formed an official student club.
Some say the pen is mightier than the sword...a group of Canadian poets have been thinking on that line. Over the weekend, dozens will gather to share poems in solidarity with Ukraine, including Owen Sound's poet laureate.
Draining your devices and your wallet: This week on CBC’s Marketplace - Steven D'Souza and the team look at single-use double-A batteries. They put them to the test to see which brands deliver and which ones you should avoid.
Cases of bird flu have now been found on three Southern Ontario farms.
Sounds like Here with Jared Hillel featuring Norma Jeanne and Greg
Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, begins tomorrow. It's the third time Muslims will observe the sacred month during the pandemic, but the first with relaxed restrictions.
A new production of 'RENT' is debuting tonight at Huntsville's Algonquin Theatre.
A new U-K study provides fresh insight on the effects of social media use on adolescents.
The Peterborough Public Library has teamed up with local public health to launch its first-ever CO2 monitor lending program.
Sounds like Here with Jared Hillel featuring Emilie Steele & The Deal
Public health officials in a number of areas in Canada say COVID wastewater levels right now are as high, or higher than at the peak of Omicron.
As Canada prepares for another potential wave of COVID-19 cases, how much more protection would a fourth dose offer?
When you hear the words 'March Madness' your first thought probably isn't a museum competition. For the last month, seven museums from across Simcoe County faced off to determine who has the best piece in their collection -- and a champion was just crowned.
For some secondary students... focusing on school work has been difficult in the face of the many life challenges during Covid. We spoke with an education expert about how to support teens who may have missed out on learning during the pandemic.
Summer feels a long way off right now....but many of us are already looking ahead to the warmest months and making travel plans. With rising inflation and high gas prices on the minds of many consumers, we got some tips on how to vacation without breaking the bank.
Day three of Canada Reads is here! Two titles have been voted out…and three are still in the running to be named the ‘one book to connect us.’ We spoke with Ojibwe journalist Christian Allaire about why the novel Five Little Indians is the book to beat.
Peterborough is expecting at least 70 Ukrainians to the area -- according to the New Canadian Centre. It's fundraising to help support those displaced once they arrive.
The slow return to in-person office work has begun -- and with it, some uncertainty around navigating etiquette, now that most restrictions have lifted.
The weather is getting warmer and more people are spending time outside...including, door-to-door salespeople. But not all of them have the best intentions. Our guest Russ Courtney says door-to-door utility and mortgage scams are on the rise in Ontario. So, what should you look out for the next time you hear a knock? Russ Courtney is a senior media relations and digital officer with Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario.
The federal government is set to unveil its Emissions Reduction Plan this week to achieve its net-zero targets. As Canadians wait to see what the strategy has in store...a new EKOS poll says the majority of Canadians support greater protections for the country's forests. The survey was commissioned by a coalition of environmental groups, including Nature Canada. We speak with Graham Saul, the organization's Executive Director
Yesterday Inuit and Metis delegations met with Pope Francis in Rome. It’s the first time Indigenous people living in Canada have met with the leader of the Catholic Church since 2009. Kyle Muzyka is Metis from Treaty 8 and a reporter with CBC Radio. He's in Rome this week to cover the meetings. And a warning...this story is about Residential school survivors and maybe traumatic to some listeners.
When the Taliban took control of Afghanistan last summer, it promised girls could continue to get an education. But last week — it reversed that decision, barring young women above the sixth grade from attending school. Kubra Zaifi completed her undergraduate degree in Afghanistan before coming to Canada. Now she's trying to bring her two nieces -- a medical student and an engineering student -- here...so that they can complete their studies.
This afternoon Environment and Climate Minister, Steven Guilbeault, will unveil details of the federal government’s Emissions Reduction Plan. The plan will map out how the government intends to meet its targets...goals which were set last June in the Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act. We are joined by Jordan Press for more. He is a National Affairs Reporter with The Canadian Press.
It's taken nearly a year - But Ontario has struck a deal with the federal government on childcare. The plan is to cut child-care fees in Ontario in half by the end of this year and hit an average of 10 dollars-a-day by 2025 or 2026. To get there, the province will create tens of thousands of new childcare spaces -- a mix of for-profit and non-profit. Karina Gould signed the deal yesterday, alongside Ontario education minister Stephen Lecce. Gould is MP for Burlington and the federal minister of families, children and social development.
Spring is officially underway. And after another long winter...we're ready to usher in the longer days...and enjoy the sunshine and the green grass. For many of us, the season of renewal prompts us to do a thorough spring cleaning at home. But it can also be a good time to take stock of our mental health...as well as taking steps to unburden our anxious, stressed and information overloaded brains. Laura Cavanagh is a Registered Psychotherapist and Professor of Behavioural Sciences at Seneca College.
Oscars returned in-person for the first time since Covid last night.. in a new format. Which winners are the talk of the town today... and who surprised us? Host of CBC's podcast ”Pop Chat” Amil Niazi joins us for her Oscar reactions.
Canada Reads kicks off today! (March 28th) Every year, five high-profile Canadians each select the one book they think all of Canada needs to read. Day-by-day, the competition thins...and one book is eliminated by panelists until a winner is crowned.This year’s theme is “One Book to Connect Us.” CBC’s Ali Hassan returns as host -- and he joins us today.
Well, it finally happened. After a disappointing loss to Costa Rica last week...The Canadian men's soccer team secured a spot in the World Cup -- for the first time in 36 years. They beat Jamaica on Sunday. Our next guest watched the historic win from the stands last night. Christian Hoefler is the head coach of men's varsity soccer at Queen's University. He's also a former U-17 Team Canada player.
One of Ontario's most prominent science experts through the pandemic is leaving his post. Dr. Peter Jüni is stepping down as scientific director of the COVID-19 Science Advisory Table. And taking on a new job at the University of Oxford. You've heard him on this show many times. And Dr. Jüni joins us again this morning to talk about what is currently happening in Ontario and why he's leaving.
Later today Prime Minister Trudeau and Premier Ford will announce that ten-dollar a day daycare is coming to Ontario. The Ford government was the last to sign on to the Federal plan. Right now, parents in this city typically pay approximately 70 dollars a day for a toddler in daycare. Queen's Park reporter Mike Crawley joins us to break down the agreement and how it all played out politically.
Central bankers on both sides of the border are getting increasingly nervous about the inflation picture. That has boosted speculation that both the Bank of Canada and the U.S. Federal Reserve will be even more aggressive in their rate decisions. And that has all kinds of implications for Canada’s hot housing market…consumer debt levels… and the economy. Donna Guzik joins us with more on this, and what else we should look for this week in the world of business.
A new study shows that residents of pedestrian-friendly cities are 20% less likely to have symptoms of pre-diabetes than those living in cities designed for cars.
Netflix's dark comedy "Don't Look Up" is nominated for four awards at Sunday's Oscars, including Best Picture. We spoke a Queen's grad who worked on the film.
We talk to a committee in charge of investigating Ontario’s domestic violence deaths and why they are rethinking how they do their work.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy calls on NATO for more support, as NATO leaders hold an emergency summit in Brussels.
You might be hearing the birds, but also seeing some bugs and plants that have been out of the picture since last year. Naturalist David Hawke is here to guide us through those first nature sightings of spring.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Brussels today along with other NATO leaders to talk about next steps in response to Russia's war in Ukraine.
A Rama First Nation lawyer recently helped win an 8-billion dollar class-action lawsuit against the federal government to get clean drinking water for First Nations communities.
From The Dropout...to Super Pumped and WeCrashed...some of the most dramatic rise and fall stories of start-up entrepreneurs over the last decade are getting the Hollywood treatment.
Among the UNESCO World Heritage sites threatened by the invasion of Ukraine is the Saint-Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, which represents irreplaceable eleventh-century architecture.
It's make it or break it time for COVID says Dr. Peter Lin. Our house doctor says big questions remain about what happens when the masks come off, and people return from their March break trips.
A new Statistics Canada report says the rate of hate crimes in Peterborough were higher than any other census metropolitan areas just two years ago. But what, if anything, has changed since?
Next week First Nations, Inuit and Metis delegates will be meeting with Pope Francis in the Vatican.
In Ottawa, an agreement was reached by Liberals and NDP that would keep Justin Trudeau's minority government in power until 2025. That has some Conservatives calling foul.
Spring may be here, but in parts of southern Ontario today it might feel like winter never left.
For the second year in a row, Chapman's Ice Cream is funding one thousand books for at-risk youth. They're continuing their partnership with A Room of Your Own -- a book club founded for at-risk young girls.
It's a big listing that's been on the market for almost a decade. Now, the Owen Sound Jail has finally sold. But what's next for the historic building after all these years?
Are you a fan of real estate shows? Here's a listing for you -- 5,000 hectares right in the heart of cottage country...lots of natural spruce and pine forests....pristine lakes and rivers. The only catch? It's already been acquired by the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
Late last night C-P Rail and the Teamsters union agreed to final and binding arbitration.The three thousand workers are back on the job at noon today.
The new Pixar movie "Turning Red" talks about periods.....as in, menstruation....and there's been a lively reaction to it from parents.
Now that the vaccine mandates have ended, does it mean that the tensions caused by vaccine mandates are over? An Angus Reid survey shows that about half of all Canadians experienced a conflict over vaccines.
Have you been feeling low lately? The good news is the warmer weather is arriving and we have an expert who might be able to tell you what the secret to happiness is...
Across the province, birds and other animals are waking up with the warmer weather just like the rest of us.
With Russia firing missiles in Ukraine... Defence Minister Anita Anand is pledging to modernize the alliance protecting Canada's North and its military capabilities.
St. Patrick’s Day usually leads to rowdy student parties, but in Kingston the streets were quieter than usual this year. It wasn't long ago that partygoers cost the City nearly one million dollars in policing and cleanup at Queen's homecoming.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed back to Europe this week, to talk with NATO leaders there about Russia's war against Ukraine...and what to do about it.
Live theater's been through a lot during the COVID-19 pandemic -- from a complete shutdown to a partial reopening... to another shutdown with the surge of the Omicron variant. Now with the province lifting many restrictions, including masking, what do live performers need to do to keep safe and avoid show cancellations?
You're in the grocery store and see a shopper yelling at another shopper for wearing their mask -- even though you don't have to anymore. So what do you do?
With March break wrapped, kids and parents are already looking ahead to the warm months. One camp in Orillia says interest is already soaring in their summer programs.
The provincial and federal governments are committing millions in upgrades for the Honda plant in Alliston to produce hybrid cars. What does the investment mean for the future of electric vehicles in Ontario?
New modeling from the Ontario COVID-19 Science Table is predicting more people will be hospitalized as restrictions are lifted. This -- as the province is set to scrap most mask mandates on Monday.
And with mask mandates dropping, what happens to mask makers and sellers -- and the booming new mask industry that took off during COVID-19? The CBC's Haydn Watters found out.
Faculty members at Ontario's 24 publicly-funded colleges are not on strike this morning after a new collective agreement was reached with the province yesterday.
Sounds like here with Jared Hillel featuring Huttch
A new series explores the true story of how in 1979, one NBA team went Hollywood and never looked back.
Solving the mysteries of long COVID. We heard about the results from a study out of Western University that looked into how brain fog works... and how it's affecting people's lives.
Imagine cutting into a sneaker, a bowling ball … or a taco. And finding out it’s actually a very sneaky CAKE. That’s the premise behind a new reality show premiering on Netflix today.
Canada's senior immigrant population is growing... And, as people age, the risk of Alzheimers and other forms of dementia increases. This has some advocates calling for culturally appropriate care.
Still looking for something to do this March break? If you've got free time on your hands, why not pick up a paddle and play some ball -- pickleball that is.
Calls for a no-fly zone over Ukraine are growing louder as the civilian death toll of Russia's invasion climbs. Coming
China has locked down again in year three of the pandemic. And Europe is seeing rising infections of the BA2 version of Omicron. Our house doctor Peter Lin joined us with an update on that, and how it may affect us here in Canada.
It's back to the bargaining table. Ontario colleges and staff will resume negotiations today ahead of Friday's strike deadline. We spoke Ishaan Sachdeva, president of the Georgian College Students' Association in Barrie about the potential disruptions this could pose to learning.
The Godfather film turns 50. What's your favourite line from the classic movie?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a virtual address to Canada's parliament....as his country continues to defend itself from Russian attack.
The opioid epidemic has touched many families across Canada. We heard from a Barrie mother whose desire to help her son led to a career change working in addictions and mental health -- a role she continues even after his death.
It's become a chronic problem for Kingston in recent years -- unsanctioned street parties near Queen's University. And it's costing the City a pretty penny.
From pandemic to endemic: what will it take? And how will we know when we're there?
Are electric cars the future of the auto industry? Later today, a division of Honda Canada will announce over $1 billion dollars to upgrade an Ontario manufacturing plant to make electric hybrid vehicles.
More than 2.8 million people have now fled Ukraine because of the Russian invasion, according to the United Nations.
Quick... who is responsible for healthcare? How about childcare? Or public health? The pandemic exposed our civics knowledge -- or lack of it. And it's been excellent teaching material for civics classes. CBC's Haydn Watters drops in on a class
Fourth doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Ontario Long Term Care Homes for three months now. But as vaccine mandates are lifted , will we all need yet another jab?
Baseball is back! After a temporary lockout players and the league have reached a deal and spring training has started.
When the pandemic hit, courthouses scrambled to move hearings to Zoom. Two years later, Zoom court has become the norm -- sometimes attracting hundreds of people from across the country to watch.
Canada is opening its doors to Ukrainian refugees, but non-Ukrainians fleeing the country aren’t included in that protection.
Could the war in Ukraine speed up a transition to clean energy? The European Union has put out plans to wean itself off of Russian fossil fuels for security reasons. A Professor Emeritus at Western University and climatologist gives us his take
The public inquiry examining the Nova Scotia mass shooting wo;;hear from key witnesses... but the decision was anything but simple. The CBC's Elizabeth McMillan walks us through the developments.
You've no doubt noticed the sharp increase in the price you're paying at the pump. And those record gas prices are leading to an increase in fuel theft.
Dozens of Canadians say they’ve been left out in the cold after Vail Resorts — the American owner of Whistler Blackcomb — rejected their insurance claims. Caroline Barghout of our Go Public team joined us with that story.
Lots has gone wrong during the pandemic. So is it time for a wider COVID-19 inquiry or commission?
And even though there's still snow on the ground, some people are already thinking ahead to their summer gardens. And whether you're a veggie veteran or a first-time gardener... your local library might be a good resource.
Powerful Russian business leaders...media moguls... and billionaires are on the long list of sanctioned oligarchs.
Ontario had announced five-hundred million dollars in funding for updates and improvements to the correctional services system nearly two years ago.
Two years ago the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic... And the lives of Canadians changed dramatically.
March break is just around the corner, and it couldn't come at a better time for kids dealing with the stress of war in Ukraine.
Loosening restrictions, lifting capacity limits, dropping masks...there's been a lot of changes announced this month related to COVID-19. As we mark the second anniversary of the pandemic -- and get ready to adjust to a new normal – we checked in with the medical officer of Health for Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington.
We spoke with a longstanding Kingston-based singing group who hasn’t missed a day of song together since moving online in March 2020.
The masks are coming off. In less than two weeks, Ontario's mask mandate will lift for most public settings. We heard from the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board about whether classrooms are ready for this new reality.
When kids come back to school after the March break, they’ll no longer have to wear masks in class. Advice on how students and parents can navigate the change.
A couple taps their social network to send urgent supplies to Ukraine. CBC's Mary Wiens stopped by, just as friends were helping them pack their seventh cube van full –- with everything from sleeping bags to first aid.
The UN says more than two million people have fled Ukraine. And hundreds of thousands of people are trapped in besieged cities, with supplies of water and food running critically low. Our house doctor Peter Lin joined us to talk about the health effects of the war.
After two years, live theater is back in Kingston. Tonight is the world premiere of 'Mercy' at the Grand -- a psychological thriller from playwright Drew Carnwath.
At Trent University, some Ukrainian students cannot pay for tuition and housing as they struggle to access funds from back home.
Ukraine put out a global call for people to come join its fight against Russia. And some Canadians are answering it. But what compels people to take up arms and fight....for a place to which they have no connection?
The U-S is adding to its economic sanctions against Russia -- moving yesterday to ban oil and gas imports from the country.
Reading is one of the ways we can experience another way of living. That's true for the issue of homelessness. Liz Coates from the Kingston Frontenac Public Library gave us some selections that may give you a new window on poverty and living with insecurity when it comes to housing.
More than two million Ukrainians have fled their country since Russia invaded -- many of them...into neighboring Poland. That's where The Current's Matt Galloway is this week.
CBC News has confirmed Ontario will later today drop the province's mask mandate as of March 21st. Is the province ready?
Today marks International Women's Day....and as our post-pandemic economy comes into sharper focus, we heard about how to support more women in Canada's skilled trades.
Omicron subvariant BA.2 looks like it will soon become dominant in Ontario. What does that mean considering the province has dropped nearly all restrictions?
An ode to the women of Ukraine. We heard from members of a Toronto Ukrainian women’s choir – about the women on the front lines who inspire them.
The great spring thaw is upon us. But water run-off from melting ice and snow may be doing some serious damage to lakes and streams.
Are you planning a March Break getaway? It's been two years since spring break travel has been an option for many. Here is what you need to know before takeoff.
A Belleville group is fundraising to help two sisters and their family flee Afghanistan. As prominent women’s rights activists in their community, they were forced into hiding since the Taliban took over.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Europe this week, talking with leaders there about Russia's war against Ukraine...and what to do about it.
It's a disease that can take decades to diagnose and doesn't have a cure. We heard what it is like to live with endometriosis and why so many suffer in silence when they shouldn't.
Ontario’s chief medical officer of health says the province could be peeling off its mask mandate by the end of March. But do the numbers show the province is ready for that?
War at Lent. The 40-day period of prayer and reflection begins today for those who follow the Julian calendar, including many Ukrainians.
Ways you can achieve your fitness goals this spring... and manageable tips to get into a consistent exercise routine.
After more than two years of planning, Peterborough is finally getting the funding it requested to operate a supervised drug consumption and treatment site.
If you’re planning a move… listen up. Marketplace’s been looking into moving companies… and what they found will have you thinking twice before you call the first movers you see.
The conflict in Ukraine has been going on for over a week and some people are in lines almost as long to exit the country.
Sounds like here with Jared Hillel featuring Kakaow
It has been a week of intensified attacks by Russia against Ukraine... And, according to the UN refugee agency, close to one million people have already left to neighboring countries, seeking safety.
The International Paralympic Committee has banned Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in this year's games.
A Huntsville man is raising money for supplies and a plane ticket to Ukraine.
COVID-19 restrictions and proof-of-vaccination programs have been lifted in some Canadian provinces. And in other jurisdictions in this country, governments are heading in that direction. How can we move forward responsibly and safely.
The Bank of Canada raises its benchmark lending rate to 0.5 per cent...the first in a series of small rate hikes expected this year in a bid to tame inflation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin continues his military's full scale attack on Ukraine... with high precision air strikes.. and ground forces encircling key Ukrainian cities
The Ontario Human Rights Commission is calling for changes to literacy in schools following the release of its 'Right to Read' report this week.
The province may be lifting pandemic restrictions, but not everyone is ready to relax measures...including some places hit hardest by COVID, like hospitals.
Right now, there are very few worker protections for the people who deliver food, or drive passengers around, using apps like Uber and Skip The Dishes. The provincial government is bringing in new laws to change that... but some feel those changes don't go far enough.
As Canadians watch the news out of Ukraine unfold, many here at home are grappling with their own family's history of war, conflict and trauma. We delve into how caregivers can discuss those feelings with the kids in their lives.
A group representing the Ukrainian people here in Ontario talk about what they want the province to do to help as the Russian invasions continue.
Sounds like here with Jared Hillel featuring Barrie musician Scott Murray
A growing list of athletes from Ukraine and other countries have sent an open letter to Olympic and Paralympic leaders...calling for Russian and Belarusian athletes to be suspended from international competition.
There's no more vaccine passport programs as of today. And no more capacity limits indoors. But is the province truly ready to live with COVID?
Starting today, Ontario businesses won’t need to ask customers for proof of vaccination. But some establishments are vowing to keep the ID’s going.
A fire may have recently destroyed the Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport, but that won't keep them grounded for long.
A four-day odyssey out of Ukraine took one Ukrainian-Canadian from Kyiv on a 23-kilometer trek to the border and finally home to Toronto.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is not just destroying cities, it is creating a humanitarian crisis. Ontario emergency relief organizationGlobalMedic is supporting Ukrainians on the ground, and refugees fleeing into neighboring countries.
Across Canada people are trying to fathom the gravity of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
More overdose deaths in the Kawarthas have prompted a plea from local health workers: if you have to use drugs, please do so as safely as possible.
We checked in with the president of the Ukrainian Canadian Club of Kingston on how people here are handling news on the crisis situation in Europe.
How do you approach tough conversations with your children? Would it help if hockey was involved? This weekend some Collingwood mums are using sports to start the conversation with their daughters about intimate partner violence.
Russia has launched a full scale attack on Ukraine... and the effects are reverberating around the world.
When the municipal elections roll around this fall, longtime Barrie mayor Jeff Lehman has no plans to be back in the race. .He's hoping to win an earlier campaign -- and become the new MPP for the Barrie region.
We often say actions speak louder than words. But sometimes action, and empowerment, comes in the form of words. A local poet and author uses writing to improve mental health, especially among racialized communities.
The federal government is dropping its use of the Emergencies Act.
More people are using melatonin to help them fall asleep. But the supplement is not necessarily effective for all sleep-deprived patients.
Everyone is feeling the increased cost of basic staples these days. How are places like food banks, where clients are already feeling the pinch, dealing with increased operating costs and demand?
As governments move to lift Covid-19 restrictions... What do you need to know to stay safe?
Don't expect the provincial budget as usual at the end of March. The PC government is looking to change its own legislation to push back the date to April 30th at the latest.
You could call it a sticky situation. Ontario's maple syrup producers are trying to figure out the future of their industry -- weighing things like climate change and finding future syrup producers.
The first motion tabled as Queen's Park resumed yesterday was to expand OHIP coverage to include more mental health services.
Living in different places Charmaine Magumbe experienced different aspects of Black identity. Now in Peterborough she's working to make her chosen hometown a place where anyone can feel welcome.
The U.S. Women's team has reached a landmark agreement with the U.S. soccer federation to receive equal compensation moving forward.
Non-fiction books that enlighten and engage. The owner of Fiucher's in Goderich and Kincardine is here this morning with some suggestions.
Deep in the cold heart of the winter, it's not natural to be thinking about summertime camping... but that's what thousands of people are doing across the province right now... part of the mad rush to get campsites in provincial parks for the summer.
It has been over 100 days since employees at a women and children’s shelter took to Greater Napanee streets to strike. We heard from an employee about why some changes are long overdue and what workers are demanding.
The Kremlin is deploying troops to two Moscow-backed separatist territories in Ukraine....What does this mean for any last ditch efforts at a diplomatic de-escalation?
We spoke with a hockey arena manager to see what their plans look like once the vaxx passport requirement drops next week.
It's back to work after the long weekend for many of us. How’s your wardrobe looking these days? CBC’s
The old Kingston penitentiary used to be a place people wanted to avoid. But it's become a popular site since it stopped being a prison...and the city of Kingston hopes to take advantage of that popularity.
Criminology Professor Michael Kempa joined us to discuss The Emergencies Act...and what else we have learned this week about the powers it allows.
Do you like them baked, mashed, scalloped? We're wondering what you would do if you found yourself with 40,000 lbs of them… That's the amount of spuds arriving in Bracebridge tomorrow – all the way from PEI.
After the hack and leak of convoy donor data, we'll take a closer look at the laws, ethics and privacy around crowdfunding donations. How much privacy can a donor expect?
Ontario is mandating school boards to offer another year of online learning amid pandemic uncertainty. Another requirement will be the return of EQAO testing for elementary students – and that’s being met with some mixed feelings.
Eli Glasner has your first look at Tom Holland in Uncharted
Senator Bernadette Clement is familiar with the word "first". The first woman to serve as Mayor of Cornwall, the first Black female mayor in Ontario. As we continue our Black History month conversations- the Senator talked about the difficulties when it comes to breaking a new path and her hopes for the future.
Living with the pandemic is becoming part of our new normal. But it is still having an impact in hospitals...particularly for elective surgeries. Patients will have to continue to be patient as these operations are delayed ...like thousands of Ontarians waiting to address their worsening vision with cataract surgery.
People are more stressed and irritable these days. Not surprising after such a long time dealing with the pandemic. But, when that stress turns into frustration towards others, it can have a negative impact on our communities.
Can diplomatic efforts avoid a Russian invasion of Ukraine?
BILL: If you're looking for something new to binge-watch, look no further than The Porter. Showrunner Marsha Greene joined us to talk about the series, which premieres February 21.
There's a lot of pandemic fatigue --as we head into year three of COVID-19... That was also true back in 1918 with the flu pandemic...which, of course, did not end in 1918.
Peterborough Police provided us with an update on a weekend theft where more than two-thousand firearms went missing.
The founder of "Black Moms Connection" - Tanya Hayles - joins us to discuss Black History Month, and the value of celebrating those who have broken barriers, today and every day.
On Monday the federal government announced it would target the financing of convoy protests.... by granting expanded powers to FINTRAC.
There’s a different kind of ice fishing underway on Georgian Bay today…fishing for ACTUAL ice. Researchers from Trent University are drilling through the frozen waters for a rare winter sampling of the Great Lakes.
A warm weather getaway seems to be on the backburner again this winter for many Canadians. Books can provide an alternative escape from the cold and snow. Muskoka author Jenny Cressman talked about how her books give you a bit of sun, sand and romance.
To drop the vaccine passport -- or not? Businesses around Ontario are facing a tough decision about whether to keep requiring proof of vaccination, as the province winds down mandatory use.
Sounds like here with Jared Hillel
New research spells out the cost of flooding to Canada's housing market.
Ontario is removing its vaccine passport system next month. Toronto Star’s Robert Benzie joined us with the details.
Growing up biracial in Belleville, Maria Nash struggled to find people who looked like her. She's using that experience to drive a career in TV and film, so that other Black kids can see themselves represented in the culture.
The Federal government has taken an unprecedented step, and invoked the Emergencies Act to deal with blockades and protests across the country.
The province says it's loosening more COVID-19 restrictions later this week and dropping the vaccine passport entirely as of March 1st.
As police seem to have cleared the blockade at the Ambassador Bridge - we ask political scientist Nelson Wiseman about the convoy protests. Where do things stand at the end of two weeks, and how well are police and different levels of governments managing the situation?
Russian troops are poised at Ukraine's borders, ready to move in. The United States and other NATO nations say an invasion could come at any time. Russia says this is hysteria.
You've likely had a COVID-19 testing swab stuck up your nostril by now. But how easy are you finding it to do it to yourself?
Lots of people have met their true loves online...but every now and then, someone gets hurt by a person they've revealed everything , but have never met. We chatted with a detective to help you navigate online safety, especially on dating sites, where many fall victim to scammers.
Today’s Valentine’s Day, which means flowers are being bought, many proposals are planned, and restaurants are seeing a surge in bookings. We check in with two local restaurants rated among the most romantic in the province about what makes a Valentine's meal special.
Amid a week of Olympic successes, Team Canada enjoyed a new first as well. Jack Crawford -- who gew up skiing in the Blue Mountains -- brought home Canada's first ever medal in the Alpine Combined event. We spoke with Richard Long, his former coach and mentor.
Are you hitting the snowy trails this weekend? We heard from the Executive Director of The Cross Country Ski Association of Manitoba about getting into cross country skiing and what you need to know.
With new Census data out -- Haydn Watters took us to the places where Ontario is growing -- and shrinking.
The protest in Ottawa is entering its third weekend. So how long can this go on?
The 46th Annual Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering opens at Trent University this morning with a discussion on aging. Cliff Whetung from Curve Lake First Nation has made that the focus of his studies at NYU.
Two months ago, a Black community activist in Barrie was targeted in a racist incident. Instead of daunting her, the experience fuelled her determination to advocate for people of colour. We heard more from local changemaker Shak Edwards as part of our series on Black leaders in our communities.
Have you noticed there are a lot of pot shops opening up around your community? We heard from a municipal planning manager about why that might be -and why it might not slow down any time soon.
When vaccine mandates were first introduced, critics wondered how the courts would respond. Well months later....legal experts are starting to get some answers.
New census data released by Statistics Canada listed the ten most rapidly growing communities in Canada... and two are in our listening area.
Shrinking urban green space means our cities are getting grayer and hotter. So what can we do about it? , Associate Professor Michael Drescher has some answers.
"Learning to live with COVID" is new public health messaging you may have heard. So what does it mean? Our house doctor Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain.
Canada's battle against COVID-19 has had many ups and downs over its nearly two year trajectory. So where do we stand now with the peak of Omicron behind us?
Is your pet potentially on the wrong side of the law? Peterborough is launching a new campaign to get pets registered and your little furry friend can even walk away with some custom bling.
Do you think the current crisis of a lack of affordable housing is fixable? The provincial government has a new plan.
A new study shows how anti-Black racism is rampant in nursing. A task force of Black nurses have come up with ideas to fix it.
Romance shouldn't be restricted to one day of the year, but if you are looking for something to set you up for Valentine's Day - we've got some book suggestions.
After a leadership shakeup, many are wondering how the Conservative Party plans to unite its base -- and attract younger voters. Political science professor Laura Stephenson joined us to talk about the qualities that could capture a younger demographic.
School bus cancellations are on the rise across the province due in part to bad weather but also because of driver shortages.
The journey to becoming an Olympic athlete is a long, hard road. We discussed the pressures young athletes face...and how parents can support their well-being throughout the process.
Do you still have a pair of Team Canada Olympic mittens at home? Maybe something from Vancouver 2010? Team Canada has a NEW look in Beijing and it's prompting a lot of conversation.
Throughout this Black History Month we’re talking to Black leaders in our communities and the experiences that inspire them. Today we hear from Queen's University graduate Jock Climie.
With vaccines less effective under Omicron, is it time to reconsider Ontario's vaccine passport program?
Do you have Covid-somnia? Historian and professor Roger Ekirch gave us some practical ways you can combat your middle-of-the-night wakefulness.
The Secret Life of Canada is a CBC podcast with stories from our country's history that you might not have read about in textbooks. Leah-Simone Bowen , a writer and co-host of the podcast, joined us to tell us about Season 4.
Omicron-related shutdowns resulted in 2-hundred-thousand lost jobs last month, according to a Statistics Canada report. As restrictions begin to ease, how quickly can we anticipate job market recovery?
A St. John's mom is turning to our Go Public team after Air Canada cancelled her 14-year-old daughter's flight, and then left the girl to fend for herself at the country's biggest airport.
A team is looking into re-adjusting Ontario's riding boundaries for federal elections. And they want your feedback.
Protesters in Ottawa say they have no plans to leave...and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to meet with him.
Carol Off is stepping down as host of CBC Radio's As It Happens at the end of the month. We talked to her about what she'll remember most about her 16 years with the program, and what new adventures lie ahead.
Curling is having a big Canadian moment. There’s the Scotties Tournament of Hearts wrapping this weekend...and Curling Day in Canada is being marked tomorrow. Now the sport is ready to rock the world stage in Beijing. We heard from the Barrie Curling Club about what it's like opening their doors during this exciting time.
Many doing gig work or working retail and hospitality don't get benefits. The province says it wants to change that.
What happened when Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee found their love life on the net?
Rosemary Sadlier shared the story of the Black National Anthem and why its message is so powerful and meaningful, particularly in relation to her own work.
Non-urgent medical procedures are starting to resume across the province, but the backlog created by COVID-19 has some wondering when we'll be able to catch up.
There have been decades of declining ice cover on the Great Lakes. This year, about 40 percent of the lakes are frozen -- more than average.
Three Peterborough city councillors were stripped of their portfolios in a preliminary vote last month – now the decision has been finalized.
Six more weeks of winter or an early spring? It's a February question as old as time...or is it? We heard from the daughter of Mac McKenzie who founded the Groundhog Day celebrations in Wiarton.
Without wetlands we face increased risk of flooding and drought due to climate change. To mark World Wetlands Day, we spoke with
Descendants of Black settlers in Grey County are trying to keep the history of their ancestors alive ... and remind people of the important contributions being made by those still alive in the area. They're persisting, despite the fact that someone keeps stealing a landmark that's important to the community.
Orpha Thrasher and Jasper Crealock-Marsh are 90 years apart in age. But both made a commitment to go on 100 walks for charity before their next birthday.
The price of food is on the rise across all the aisles and even ice cream isn't safe. As the price of raw milk goes up today, Ashley Chapman shared how this will lead to sticker shock at the grocery checkout.
The streaming service Spotify is facing mounting pressure to deal with COVID-19 misinformation amplified by podcast host Joe Rogan. We discussed what responsibility these platforms have to monitor their content.
Have you reached out to your Member of Parliament about the truck protests in Ottawa? The controversy is creating divisions both inside, and outside Parliament.. We spoke with MP for Parry Sound-Muskoka, Scott Aitchison about what's going on in our nation's capital, and within his own party.
CBC’s Jared Hillel talked with four students who shared how the pandemic has transformed their traditional post-secondary experience.
An ongoing protest in downtown Ottawa is happening at the same time the House of Commons starts its first sitting of the year. Hear how this is playing out on the federal stage.
As Black History Month begins, we look at the current situation for Black people in Ontario. What progress has the province made on tackling anti-Black racism?
As restrictions begin to ease, health and government officials are telling Ontarians to start learning to live with COVID-19. Mind you, that might seem like a tall order after a tumultuous two years.
A safe return to campus. It’s what post-secondary students want, but many at Trent University are concerned that’s not what they’re going to get if they return to school this morning.
Nothing beats the good old days.. and it turns out that applies to music too. We heard from Gillian Turnbull ... music writer and professor at Ryerson University about how old music is making a comeback.
It's been less than a month since some businesses in Ontario were forced to shut down. Today, many get to reopen -- with limited capacities. What has changed since then?
While some businesses are reopening, others have closed for good....including a historic tavern in Kingston that is known for being a favourite of former Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald. The building has now been sold to a Toronto condo broker, and faces a very different future.
Discoveries of unmarked graves on residential school sites continue, but where does the response — both public and federal — stand? Saskatoon Star Phoenix columnist Doug Cuthand joined us to discuss.
Open…closed. Closed…open. Businesses have been doing the same old song and dance for the last two years, and this latest round of restrictions means some will be hanging up their hats for good.
It may be cold outside, but not too cold to enjoy the season to its fullest. Scouts Canada is inviting everyone -- not just Scouts -- to make the most of winter's unique qualities by taking up their new Winter Challenge.
Truckers driving across Canada to protest a vaccine mandate for cross-border trips are stopping in Peterborough, Cornwall and Kingston en route to Ottawa. The head of the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada shares why he thinks the protest has gone off the rails.
Last spring the federal government launched a project to draft new national standards for long term care. Today the report will be released.
The Kirtland’s Warbler was once native to Ontario, but the yellow-bellied bird hasn’t bred here for decades – and has since nearly gone extinct. That could all change soon. Restoration efforts are underway in Midhurst to help the population bounce back.
An Ontario-based group called Moms at Work has just launched a new job board with the aim of increasing and normalizing pay transparency. The board will require all job postings to include salary range details to help combat the gender wage gap and support equitable employment opportunities.
This is the last half hour of the last show on Wei's last day on the air. Before she retires she gets to be a GUEST on Ontario Morning. Jill Dempsey gets a jumpstart on filling in as host by interviewing...Wei!
The last installment of Retro Replay. Find out why Murphy's Law featuring Megan Murphy in Peterborough is one of Wei's favourite interviews.
Another cold snap is moving in. But when families can’t access heat, they’re forced to find ways to bundle up indoors. Fuel for Warmth is an organization helping heat the homes of Haliburton County residents.
To mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we spoke with Len Rudner, spokesperson for the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, and former Ontario Regional Director of Canadian Jewish Congress, about the state of anti-semitism in Canada
Ontario students have been back in their classrooms -- for almost 2 weeks now. But some provincially-run schools for kids with disabilities still haven't fully reopened -- and students and parents want to know why.
Nothing like a shmurgle on a cold day. Wait, what? Find out more on today's Retro Replay: Haute Goat in Port Hope.
In just a few days, bars, restaurants, gyms, movie theatres and other venues will be allowed to re-open. But what's changed since the government ordered them to close earlier this month?
The Canadian men's soccer team has been tearing up the pitch, but can they keep it rolling into the next stage of the 2022 #WorldCup qualifiers?
National Security expert Christian Leuprecht joined us to talk about the cyber breach at Global Affairs Canada.
Bruce the Moose: In today’s Retro Replay we heard the heartwarming story of a lonely moose seeking family who finds one among Arabian horses in Eastern Ontario.
Ontario is reporting new data about attendance rates in schools, marking all absences – not just COVID-related ones.
Now that Ontario isn’t reporting school COVID numbers, what’s a parent to do? Some have turned to Facebook where school contact-tracing groups are keeping families informed.
Would-be Immigrants around the world say they've gone years without hearing from their Canadian immigration officer... We took a closer look at what's causing the delays in applications to Canada's immigration department.
Every other province and territory in Canada has now struck an agreement with the federal government on its national childcare plan. Except Ontario.
Can't believe your eyes at the checkout? Inflation is expected to push up food prices even more this winter. We talked about tips for budget shopping with Claire Tansey, a food writer and chef.
How do you recover and grow rural Ontario after the pandemic? It's one of the big topics at today's Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference.
As Canadian companies continue to make plans for workers to return to the office….many are turning to hot-desking and hoteling in the workplace. What's driving the trend towards this model for offices?
Many residents of Peterborough are rallying behind their medical officer of health after anti-vax protesters arrived twice to his private residence last week.
There's a reason why your social media feeds are filled with images of pets. They never fail to make us smile. We could all use a pick-me-up these days so that's why today's Retro Replay features a famous insta-dog from Lakefield.
While the airline industry is pushing back against COVID-19 testing requirements....we'll speak with an infectious disease specialist about what measures we need at the border to mitigate the risk of COVID-19.
An Orangeville hospital is the latest to redeploy staff in response to ongoing shortages. But the union representing workers say they’re getting concerning calls from nurses about non-clinical staff being sent to assist them on inpatient wards. Union president Sharleen Stewart joined us to talk about the situation
When you think of the drive-in movie, you probably think of warm summer nights, where you can watch the stars of the big screen under the real stars. Why wait for summer when you can do that now? Yes, the 1000 Islands Drive In is open right now.
Need some help getting to work? Over 100 municipalities in Ontario are receiving additional funding to operate and improve local transit.
Have you noticed empty shelves at the grocery store lately? Maybe you couldn't get certain fruits or vegetables? Grocery stores are blaming the shortage on lots of things
While healthcare staff numbers are strained, there is NO shortage of volunteers at clinics in Muskoka. The local health unit had to turn away people keen to help out.
From the deep roots to the current experience .... We heard about Black people on the Canadian Prairies... from one of the producers of a new project that's launching its second season.
A study out of the University of Guelph suggests there's been an increase in addictive behaviours throughout the pandemic.
Five white-tailed deer in southwestern Ontario have tested positive for COVID-19. These are the first cases reported in the province.
You'll never look at snow the same way again. Meet Don Komarechka in Barrie. His photographs of snowflakes will blow you away.
The U-S and Russia are talking in Geneva today...as Russian troops are poised at Ukraine's borders, ready to move in.
Turns out switching between two different languages, protects the aging brain… and can prevent cognitive decline.
A correctional centre in Penetanguishene is dealing with its fourth COVID outbreak since the start of the pandemic. It also recently took on a number of COVID-positive inmates from a North Bay facility.
According to a new Canadian study....changing weather conditions are going to have an impact on where the Winter Olympics could be hosted in the future.
Simcoe District School Board experimented with a program to coach Black students to graduation, Now it’s taking the first graduates’ feedback to expand and improve the program.
It's been a stressful week getting back to school in-person. So how did it go? Haydn Watters checks in with a pair of school secretaries -- who know best what's going on with COVID at their schools.
Snowmobilers: are you taking advantage of this week’s snowmageddon over the weekend? Depending on where you are, some trails might still be getting groomed.
Twenty-nine of Ontario’s big city mayors convened on affordable housing yesterday. There were promises of funding, reducing red tape and even the creation of a provincial affordability task force. But what does it all mean for people on the ground, looking for homes?
Do you have a child who's afraid of needles? Is it delaying their vaccination? There's a new online game that's geared to helping kids cope with that fear.
You might be reluctant to go out on a day this cold…but those of us with dogs don’t have much choice. If your pets ARE going out, keep an eye out for injuries and other risks unique to winter weather.
There's been a lot of excitement this week with Health Canada's approval of Pfizer's COVID-19 pill --Paxlovid. Medical experts are hoping it will help high risk patients, if it's rolled out fast enough. We ask house doctor Peter Lin about the new pill
More Canadians are relying on food banks, especially with inflation leading to sky-high grocery bills. But our next guest says we need to move beyond short-term strategies to solve Canada's pervasive food insecurity.
You often see those polar bear swims at new year and think wow, that's brave. Well, how about those who take the icy plunge regularly? We spoke with a woman in Owen Sound who doesn't let the temperature stop her from outdoor swimming.
City works departments have plenty to clean up after the big snowstorm. And some say waste pickup would be easier if residents chipped in and did their part. We checked in to see how Cornwall and Kingston are managing essential services in the wake of the big dump.
Covid has had a huge impact on students and teachers across the country, and education advocates say it has exposed many of the cracks in the system.
In a scene that resembled all the makings of a TV drama.....Peterborough city council stripped three members of their portfolios after they voted against key projects. Examiner city hall reporter Joelle Kovach told us about the decision and the discord that followed. Security experts say there are privacy concerns with a smartphone app the Beijing Organizing Committee is using during the Winter Olympics in China.
When was the last time a book made you laugh out loud? We could all use a good chuckle these days. Nadia Danyluk in Owen Sound offered some recommendations.
Midland minor hockey associations are worried that a proposed hike in rink rental fees could lead to a drop in player registrations, at a time when enrollment is already low.
Less than a month ago, Haydn Watters hosted a CBC radio special about Tilbury and how it was coping after losing its local newspaper in 2020. Someone heard that broadcast. And now, the paper is coming back.
Snowmageddon hit much of Ontario yesterday... Bad news for some, like commuters...but good news for outdoor enthusiasts who are ready to make the most of the massive dump of powder. We heard from one 'slider' who's excited to make some fresh tracks.
Are you cutting back on certain food items because of high prices? A new study from Farm Credit Canada says the economic challenges of COVID-19 are having an impact on meat consumption.
School is back .....but one student-led survey has found that the after-effects of virtual learning may not be so easy to shake off. We heard from Kayleigh English Fletcher, the Ontario teen who set out to find the personal consequences of virtual learning, from her own classmates.
What’s your message of appreciation for tired, overwhelmed hospital workers? Quinte Health Care has created an online thank you board for people to show their gratitude. You can send comments, letters, and even share videos thanking frontline staff for their work.
U-Haul just released its annual list of the most rapidly growing cities across the country..Can you guess which communities made the cut? We spoke with Ian Boddy, Mayor of Owen Sound, whose town is in the top ten that people are moving to.
Peterborough’s opioid response hub starts opening out of the former Greyhound bus terminal on Simcoe Street this morning. Last month, a spike in suspected poisonings prompted Peterborough Public Health to issue a drug alert. The hub’s program manager Kerri Kightley joined us to talk about the new space.
An appeal for donations in Barrie is answered with a truckload of warm clothing-- and kindness.
How are you feeling about children returning to the classroom today? The transition is alleviating mental health concerns surrounding online school.
"Inequality Kills" is a new report from Oxfam Canada. We heard about the dangers of income inequality as it grows across the world.
Today is the first day of in-person learning since the holidays. But the big question seems to be: what’s changed? And how are schools any safer than they were a few weeks ago?
Christmas is over and Boxing Day sales are behind us... But what if you aren't happy with all of the stuff you've accumulated? If you send it back for a return... it could be repackaged and resold ... or perhaps... end up in a landfill.
Wild pigs are on the agenda in some parts of the province. Kelly Maloney, an official with The City of Kawartha Lakes, told us what an established population of feral pigs would mean for the community.
As Omicron spreads, there's been plenty of debate about whether to bring schools back in-person or keep classes online. Parents, teachers, school boards, politicians, and public health officials have all weighed in ... But what do students have to say about the situation? We heard from a Kingston area class
From carbon dioxide to methane, there is pollution in our air.... but what about noise? Rachel Buxton an assistant Professor at Carleton University joined us to discuss concerns surrounding noise pollution and how natural sounds can benefit our health.
Ontario has slashed some skills for the G test in order to clear backlog, like parallel parking. It comes as a relief to drivers just getting their license. But worries others. Haydn Watters heard why.
Canada will need more electricity to replace fossil fuels in order to meet its 2030 climate goals. That's according to a new report from the International Energy Agency.
Hospitals are experiencing extreme staff crunches under Omicron. Many have vaccination mandates. So should we be allowing unvaccinated workers to keep working -- or come back -- to fill the void?
Math is as certain as two plus two equals four. But science, not so much. Two professors from Trent University joined us to discuss questions and motivations to consider when encountering criticisms inflating the uncertainty of science.
We got the story behind the new adaptation of "The Tragedy of Macbeth" starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand with CBC’s Eli Glasner.
What do Ryan Reynolds and garbage ninjas have in common? BOTH are part of this week's episode of The Nature of Things. We spoke with a member of the team behind Curb Your Carbon premiering tonight on CBC-TV.
Bruce Duncan Skeaff is calling on people to share their smiles as a way to counter the pandemic blues.
Canada's healthcare system has been in panic mode for nearly two years now. As hospitals brace for the peak of Omicron, Dr. Ann Collins tells us what healthcare workers need to break this seemingly endless cycle.
For people who already have poor self-image, all the talk about New Year's resolutions could make things worse. Jamie Feusner professor at the University of Toronto talks to us about body dysmorphic disorder.
Kingston has a premier medical school, but locals are feeling the area's doctor shortage. Almost twenty-nine thousand people in the city are without a family physician. Dr. Joy Hataley joined us to discuss why patients are feeling abandoned by the healthcare system.
The fifth annual Kingston Climate Change Symposium kicks off this morning. How has it helped make headway in the fight against climate change? We spoke with Geoff Hendy, of Sustainable Kingston.
COVID seems to be everywhere right now, and we all seem to know someone who has it. So what should you do if you get sick? We asked House Doctor Peter Lin.
It’s back to class for two-million Ontario students. But when students return to school on Monday, parents will again have to get up to speed on changing COVID protocols. Queen’s Park Mike Crawley talks to us about the new pandemic plan.
From Ski Whiz to Ski Doo, snowmobile lovers are finding vintage parts for their sleds at one Eastern Ontario shop.
Cold weather doesn't always mean it's safe to go out for a skate or play a game of pond hockey. Barrie Fire Chief Cory Mainprize told us how to spot thin ice.
Most Ontario colleges and universities are beginning their winter semesters online. How are schools monitoring the impact of Omicron before students return?
Looks like schools are headed back in-person come Monday morning. So what's changed since they shut down for winter break?
One word. Five letters. It's the puzzle that's taking over your feeds. Heidi Robertson, social director of Ottawa Scrabble Club, explains the Internet’s fascination with Wordle.
Ukraine and where its future belongs, in NATO or in the former Soviet sphere...that's at the heart of talks in Brussels today at a tense NATO-Russia Council Meeting.
Need a distraction from COVID? Liz Coates has book recommendations.
Pharmacists say half of all people in Ontario offered the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine are refusing it in favour of Pfizer.
Amid the winter white out there, a shot of green. Kingston is holding its annual climate change symposium today, featuring speakers who will talk both about problems in our environment, and potential solutions.
Ontario kids ages 5 to 11 have been slow to get their COVID-19 vaccines, but one region says they have some of the highest provincial rates of first doses among children. Kingston’s medical officer of health, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, tells us about their success.
Feeling burnt out in the kitchen? Ready to throw in the tea towel? Claire Tansey shares quick and easy ideas for overcoming COVID cooking fatigue.
Peterborough is rolling out fourth doses to some local seniors in long-term care and retirement homes. What’s the science behind another booster?
Ready for another Olympics? With less than a month before the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games, Andi Petrillo joins us to discuss how officials are preparing for Omicron, and how Team Canada is shaping up.
The federal government hinted that mandatory vaccines might be a key piece of the pandemic puzzle. But how far can Justin Trudeau's Liberals take this idea?
There's currently COVID-19 in 41.4% of all long-term care homes in Ontario. With almost all residents vaccinated, how worried should we be?
With COVID shutting down leagues and indoor rinks, a man in Orillia has built a huge backyard ice rink for the community to enjoy.
Millions of rapid tests are being promised by the Federal government, but once they're delivered -- what to do with them? Dr Anna Banerji tells us how and when to use them.
COVID-related absences are up amongst paramedics in Simcoe County. We checked in with OPSEU local 303 president Cory Schepers about the impact that’s having on local emergency services.
Less than half of kids 5 to 11 in Ontario have at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine -- the lowest of any age group. So why aren't more getting vaccinated?
Bruce Springsteen, Bowie, John Legend. Why are so many iconic musicians and their heirs.. selling their publishing rights? Is it more than the money? CBC Music producer Jesse Kinos-Goodin gives us his perspective on the matter.
Can you imagine spending the night outdoors right now? In Barrie, that's the reality for those without housing as the city continues to grapple with a lack of overnight shelters. Councillor Natalie Harris explains.
If you're exhausted by remote learning, you're not alone. Research on the effect of remote learning on kids and families is starting to emerge and it paints a troubling picture.
Thousands of citizen scientists across the province braved the cold to take part in the annual Christmas Bird Count. We found out why this year's survey saw record numbers in some communities.
Most COVID rapid tests recommend swabbing the nose, but some health experts say collecting a throat sample may yield more accurate results for detecting the Omicron variant. Dasantila Golemi-Kotra, a microbiologist tells us more.
Winter weather presents its challenges, like staying safe behind the wheel. Colder temperatures and snow can create potentially dangerous driving conditions. Tommy Sauve, Safety, Training and Operations Supervisor for the City of Cornwall, shared tips for navigating the winter roads.
Scheduled to have surgery? Got an appointment for a procedure? Well, if it's not urgent, there's a good chance it just got cancelled. We talked about the impact of scrapping these yet again with Dr. Chris Simpson.
When the leaves fall and snow blankets the bush, it is easier to spot a fiery coloured cardinal. So, although many people prefer to hibernate at home during the colder months, there are plenty of sights outdoors, in wider nature... Kevin Callan, who is an outdoor enthusiast joined us to discuss some fun you can find in the wild this winter.
Overnight temperatures are expected to drop into the double digits. That means warming centres are preparing for an influx of people seeking shelter from the cold. There is a new facility in Orillia and we learn how they're preparing.
There's a new cooking show from Peterborough that really puts the spotlight on local. It features local celebrities, local producers and it's even shot in the director's home in Peterborough. Chad Maker joined us to talk about his show Questionable Taste.
Washington is set to mark the one year anniversary of the Capitol riot today, but the big question is, in a divided America who is remembering what exactly? And what's the long term legacy of the shocking event? We asked political scientist Tom Schaller of the University of Maryland.
A new mental health hotline for Ontario farmers is live. We heard from farmer and psychotherapist Deborah Vanberkel about the importance of this resource and finding the right person to listen on the other end of the line.
Hospitals across the province are under staffing strain as the Omicron variant continues to spread through the healthcare system. We took a look at the conditions inside Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. We talked to Carmine Stumpo who is President and CEO of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
Netflix's 'Don't Look Up' is a star-studded satire about climate change, but what does a real climate scientist think about the film? We talked to Simon Donner who is a Professor and Climate Scientist at UBC.
Who won a dairy trade dispute between the United States and Canada? Officially it was the Americans. But the Canadian government isn't admitting defeat. We learned more from Peter Clark, President of Grey-Cark-Shih Associates.
What have experts learned about the Omicron variant so far? And what does it suggest about the weeks and months ahead? House doctor Peter Lin tells us more about that.
No indoor dining or going to the movies. No workouts at the gym or packing lunches for the kids before they head off to school. It feels for many of us like it's 20-21 all over again, but this time, with the Omicron variant thrown in. So how does Ontario get on the path out? We hear from CBC's Queen's Park reporter Mike Crawley.
When a Peterborough emergency vet clinic hit full capacity on New Year's Eve, a neighbouring animal hospital came to their aid. We heard from Dr. Kristy Hiltz who helped and she talked about the ongoing staff shortages in veterinary medicine.
A recent report shows that online versus in-person learning affects children's perceptions of how much they matter. We talked to psychologist Dr. Khush Amaria about how parents can prioritize their children's mental health as they return to remote learning.
Ontario students are back to the virtual classroom. What will another round of remote learning look like? We learned how one parent and teacher are navigating the change.
Now that the province has limited PCR testing to certain groups, a new website is hoping to gain more clarity on COVID spread in Ontario by getting people to voluntarily submit their rapid test results. We spoke to Elliot Hegel who is the nursing student behind the project.
Maybe you hung up your Blackberry smartphone years ago, but for people still playing brick breaker or word mole, smartphones manufactured by Blackberry are no long reliable according to the Canadian Technology company. Ritesh Kotak, a cybersecurity and tech analyst discussed what the demise of the iconic Canadian device means for our technology industry.
Need a break from COVID? We can escape inside a great read. Kerry Clare joined us with the books she's looking forward to the most this year.
The holidays were not the reset many people were hoping for and with the arrival of new restrictions, finding ways to recharge may seem further out of reach. Laura Cavanagh, Registered Psychotherapist and Professor of Behavioural Sciences at Seneca College, told us about ways to support our mental health during this time.
Do you enjoy a good snowshoe this time of year? How about a horseback ride through the crisp air? We talk to Kristie Virgoe, Director of stewardship and conservation lands at Kawartha Conservation, who's calling on us to ditch the couch and jump into all that nature has to offer.
New year, new restrictions. Ontario will return to a modified Step Two of its reopening plan just after midnight, temporarily closing indoor dining and gyms. We talked to two small busisnesses about how they plan to weather the changes.
Ontario is changing its pause on back to school from two days to two weeks, as students move to online learning. What does the government need to do in that time to ensure a safe return? Director of People for Education, Annie Kidder, shared her thoughts.
From moving schools online to closing indoor dining and gyms, Ontario has announced sweeping measures to blunt the rapid spread of the Omicron variant. Toronto Star's Queen's Park Bureau Cheif, Robert Benzie, breaks down the changes.
This week, we've been asking you when you take down the Christmas tree and what you do with it afterward. Well, consider donating that tree and providing a festive feast for some grateful goats. We learned more from Tracey Schindler, a farmer in the Kawartha Lakes.
It's been a rough ride for retailers and now, it's back to further capacity limits. Were the holidays enough to help boost bottom lines? We asked retail analyst Doug Stevens about that and the dreaded holiday returns.
Ontario says there were more than thirteen thousand new cases of COVID yesterday. But that number is wildly underestimating the actual amount. We talked to Eric Arts about the problem with our COVID data.
A new CBC comedy is transporting audiences back in time to Newfoundland in the 1980's. It finds the humour in the coming of agae story of one of Canada's favourite comedians, Mark Critch. We talked to Co-creator Tim McAuliffe about Son of a Critch which debuts tonight.
Most students across the province were supposed to head to back to the classroom today. We talked to the chair of the Simcoe County District School Board about the delayed return to in- person learning.
Maybe your gym is closed right now. Maybe you just don't want to go. Or it's possible that you just can't find the motivation to get moving on a New Year's fitness goal. We get some advice from David Kim-Mackinnon.
Ontario has put a two-day pause on its back to school plans. But as COVID continues to surge in the province, how safe is it to return to class? We talked to Dr. Kirk Leifso who is a pediatric infectious diseases physician.
With extreme weather and climate change on the minds of many Canadians, you might have some eco-resolutions for the new year. Tim Gray with Environmental Defence joined us to discuss how we can mitigate and adapt to climate change in 2022.
They've invaded much of the prairies and could quickly become a nuisance in the rest of Canada. Wild pigs are on the move and they are causing serious ecological problems wherever they go. We learned more about this invasive species with Ruth Aschim.
Changes to COVID-19 testing and isolation rules in this province are underway. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Gerald Evans told us about what this means, amid anticipated widespread community transmission of the Omicron variant.
The holidays may be over, but there's no reason to get rid of that tree. It can have a second life and in fact, you can even decorate it in a different way. We found out how your Christmas tree can be a gift that keeps going on giving.
Now that the World Junior Hockey Tournament has been cancelled because of COVID, could it be the tip of the iceberg for other sports? We talked to Greg Strong, Sports Reporter with the Canadian Press, on what he thinks.
A new song by Kingston writer and poet, Steven Heighton, is encouraging us to pause and reflect as we head into the new year. We talked with him about New Year Song and his motivation for writing it.
From supply chain issues to TimBeibs, there was no shortage of food news this year. Dalhousie University professor Sylvain Charlebois joined us to break down the top stories and offer some predictions for what's to come in the new year.
Crow Shield Lodge is an Indigenous land-based education and healing space located in a wooded area just outside New Hamburg, Ontario. CBC's Kate Bueckert recently had the opportunity to visit to learn more about the lodge and why the people behind it say they're now looking to expand to a second location.
Forty writers, including several Canadian poet laureates, turned their experiences throughout the pandemic into poetry for a new anthology. We heard more about Spike: Poems in the Time of Pestilence.
COVID-19 case numbers have been surging in Canada as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to spread. And with more people testing positive, more of us are having to isolate. So how do we handle a situation like that? We talked to Dr. Peter Lin.
The rise in COVID cases has put many New Year's Eve plans in jeopardy this year, but 2021 doesn't have to end on a sour note. Jennifer MacKenzie, a Professional Home Economist in the Kawarthas, shared some meal ideas to help you make the most out of your stay-at-home New Year's Eve.
It's been hard to find good in the world lately, but it's there. We hear from Thunder Bay residents about the little things that brightened up their year.
Following the release of Canada's updated plan to plant two billion trees, Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the program is on track to plant 30 million this year. We talked to Nature Canada about whether accelerating tree planting is the best fight against climate change.
Have you had the experience of opening social media to check one quick thing, and then you go down the rabbit hole of posts for the next hour? Tech columnist Manjula Selvarajah shares three tips for getting a handle on doomscrolling and getting the best out of social media.
A married couple from southern Ontario, a chef and accountant, were fed up with rat race. So they packed it all in to start a farm in a remote village in Northern Ontario, where they now raise chickens, ducks and turkeys.
Ontario is preparing to announce new guidance on COVID-19 testing. We learn more from Raywat Deonandan who is Associate professor and epidemiologist at the University of Ottawa.
Fashion lovers in Kingston can celebrate one of their own. Designer Amelia Rose Viveiros is featured in British Vogue's January edition. She talked about her being recognized by the venerated magazine.
As COVID cases surge, more Ontarians are being encouraged to work remotely. For BIPOC employees, the transition to working from home has been a welcome break from office microaggressions. CEO of Divonify Colleen James and educator Natasha Burford will tell us about the positive effect it's had on workers.
If your waistline has expanded over the holidays, you are not alone. Many of us are battling weight issues especially during COVID. Toronto author Mark Schatzker has a new book out that may help.
It's that time of year, the weird no man's land that exists between Christmas and New Year's. And with COVID cases surging and events being cancelled en-masse, chef and filmmaker Andie Bulman thinks this week is the perfect time to bring back the double feature.
Lightning never strikes the same place twice or so the saying goes. In 2019, a Sudbury church was destroyed by not one, but two lightning strikes. We talked to Reverend Erin Todd who says it may have been a blessing in disguise.
Many might say Christmas is about food and love and family and community. We talked to food journalist Aruna Antonella Handa about her great big Calabrian Christmases growing up with two parents who were foodies.
An Orillia barber is retiring after 44 years of working in the community. Eric Clark shared some of his stories on his very last day of cutting hair.
It can be hard for adults to stare at a screen all day and manage their time. After the holidays some parents may have to also monitor their children's screen time with the return to online education. We talked to Todd Cunningham,who is a registered school and clinical psychologist and associate professor at the University of Toronto, on what students, parents and teachers can expect in the new year.
Christmas Eve is finally here. Reverend Lynne Donovan, Minister, St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Picton, shared how her congregation has been giving back this holiday season and how they're marking the end of Advent.
Two brothers have reimagined a classic Christmas poem with a COVID twist. We talked to Ken and Tom MacDonald.
The holidays can be challenging if you've lost a loved one or have a sick family member. Hospice Quinte recently welcomed eleven newly-trained volunteers to help provide support.
What were the top stories that changed pop culture in 2021? From #FreeBritney to Squid Game, Pop Chat host Elamin Abdelmahmoud walks us through an eventful year in TV, film, and more.
Holiday cheer and Omicron fear. Health Reporter Carly Weeks of The Globe and Mail gave us her take on the Prime Minister's address about the national fight against COVID-19.
Wrapping paper, ribbons, bows....items found under the Christmas tree one minute, and into the trash the next. How can we be more sustainable this holiday season? We spoke with Jennifer Reynolds, editor of Harrowsmith Magazine.
If you have tech gifts for kids under the Christmas tree, be prepared to negotiate screen time and have open and honest conversations about privacy. We'll spoked to tech expert Marc Lacoudeur about how a few ground rules can help you have a happier holiday.
Has the threat of Omicron caused you to change your holiday plans? We checked in with Dr. Peter Lin about how to gauge your risk.
It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year...but this is the second Christmas that many people have had to cancel plans with loved ones. How can you manage your mental health over the holidays? Psychology professor Steve Joordens gave us some tips
Local stories and history -- told through food. Maryann Thomas, owner of The Ginger Press Bookshop compiled family recipes from the community in Owen Sound into a new cookbook.
Ontario has launched its rapid testing blitz and already the demand for tests is soaring.The province says it's to help protect people from COVID-19 during the holidays. Will the screening tool save the season?
U-S President Joe Biden says hundreds of millions of covid tests, and help for overwhelmed hospitals is on its way. Kenisha Grant walks us through the new measures to fight omicron this winter.
Does the omicron surge call for a rethink of Ontario's testing strategy? We spoke with Dr. Jennie Johnstone.
Is there an upside to kids behaving badly? Parenting expert Ann Gouglas explains why some say it can be good for their development.
Do you feel like you are a different person when you speak another language? We tackle this issue with Leonarda Carranza, one of the editors of Tongues: On Longing and Belonging Through Language.
Need a last minute gift idea? How about going to your local indie bookstore? We find out what people are buying at Fincher's in Goderich and Kincardine.
The Prime Minister says that the country is likely headed for a third dose for vaccine passports. How do we unpack the ethics around this? We were joined by bioethicist Maxwell Smith.
Have you sent your holiday cards? If you're still working through your list of loved ones -- and struggling to craft the perfect message, Andrea Raymond-Wong shares some tips
As omicron cases rise exponentially across the country...we look at the potential long term effects of the virus with Colin Furness of the University of Toronto.
Financial planner Joy A. Adams talks about how to keep our financial house in order this Christmas.
The COVID-19 situation in Kingston has been making headlines...from moving ICU patients out of the region to reporting the highest daily case count in the country.
An event in Peterborough this morning called Darkness to Light marks the year that's passed -- and honors those who are no longer with us. We spoke with the co-founder, Laura Kennedy
Today is the shortest day of the year. Luckily for many of us, we can just leave the lights on a little longer. But for one Kawartha Lakes resident who lives off-grid, it's a little more complicated than flipping a switch.
New restrictions in Ontario are here and it’s a bitter disappointment for the business community. We hear from Vice-President of Restaurants Canada, James Rilett.
COVID cases are surging in Ontario. New restrictions are now in effect -- like capacity and gathering limits -- but is that enough to blunt the wave? We speak with Lauren Cipriano, Associate professor in epidemiology and biostatistics at Western University
Kingston now has the highest rate of COVID-19 cases in the entire country, with the vast majority likely driven by the contagious Omicron variant. How is the healthcare system holding up so far?
The town of Huntsville is putting up A LOT of lights to keep out the darkness this year. To see more, visit EclipseLightWalk.com
A visit by Indigenous leaders to speak with the Pope was postponed ... but definitely hasn't been forgotten. We hear what those leaders aim to accomplish when they visit the Vatican.
Public Health Ontario scientists and colleagues have published a preprint medical paper that examines myocarditis and pericarditis during Ontario's COVID-19 mRNA vaccine rollout. We spoke with one of the study's authors, Dr. Jeff Kwong.
Need a reminder of simpler times? We checked out Past Presents at Peterborough Museum, what locals gave and received over 100 years ago.
The spirit of giving is alive and well in one Haliburton Highlands community. We checked in with the Minden Community Food Centre.
We went to Collingwood to hear how the town embraced victims of human trafficking and gained new members of the community.
Indigenous singer Leanne Betasamosake Simpson shared her thoughts, and her talents, in support of Ontario food banks.
Food is not the only thing to share with those in need. Clothing is also something many Ontarians need, especially in winter. We got advice on how you can make the most impact with your clothing donations.
You might be familiar with the tiny free libraries that pop up on people's lawns. But have you ever seen a tiny free pantry? We spoke to three individuals who are putting food right out in public to get it to those in need.
One of the hardest decisions somebody can make is to walk through the door of a food bank. Hear how The Sharing Place in Orillia creates a welcoming place for anybody in need.
Sarah and Georgia Harmer share a family tie, a love of music, and a record label. It's not surprising that they were willing to merge their talents in that duet for our special Sounds of the Season program.
Julianne Hazlewood takes a food bank in Orillia that created a school nutrition program to fill the void during the pandemic.
After leaving Aleppo in 2016 for Canada , a Syrian couple found a new home in Kingston. Today, they share food with their Canadian neighbors to give back and say thank you to the community that welcomed them back then.
To cancel or not to cancel...that trip? The federal government is officially advising Canadians against non-essential travel as concerns around the omicron variant grow. Doctor Mark Cunningham-Hill lays out the risk.
A Christmas Carol reimagined with Scrooge as a lumber baron, and the setting not Victorian England...but Gravenhurst. Local theatre artist Autumn Smith talks about her production.
Stepped up booster shots. More rapid testing. It's all on the table as the omicron variant spreads throughout much of Canada. Here is what’s being done, and what needs to be brought into effect.
A new documentary celebrates the small-town girl from Nova Scotia who became a Canadian icon & an international superstar. We spoke with Morgan Elliott, co-director of Anne Murray: Full Circle
Is having two Covid 19 vaccinations enough to ward off Omicron? We asked our house doctor Peter Lin.
Christmas is almost here...and for many, that means it's time to whip up some gingerbread men. We spoke with the owner of Paula's Pantry and Gifts in Collingwood to get some tips on how to make the perfect cookie.
The U-K government has launched a massive campaign to get all adults in England a booster jab by the end of December...in an effort to outpace the rapid spread of the OMICRON variant of covid. British journalist Alys Denby walks us through what's happening
With Omicron spreading, calls for increased vaccination have resumed. But some communities remain hesitant. A McMaster University study seeks to understand the reasons behind vaccine resistance in the Indigenous community.
Visiting restrictions is one of the biggest complaints Ontario's Patient Ombudsman got while investigating long term care homes and COVID-19. But more restrictions are back in care homes because of omicron. Have we learned anything?
Are you getting your teachers gifts this year? COVID-19 has led to burnout for many Canadians, including educators. Parenting expert Natasha Sharma tells us what teachers really want and shares some appreciative gift ideas to recognize their hard work.
The Canadian government says it’s ready to retaliate if a proposal by the Biden administration passes - one that could see the U.S. extend tax credits for electric vehicles built in America. Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association, tells us what could such a policy mean for Ontario’s auto sector?
Forget the gift card. Here are some easy, homemade treats to say thank you to teachers, coaches, neighbours. Charmaine Broughton, cookbook author in Muskoka shares ideas.
Laura Cavanagh tells us why giving the gift of “thank you” is so powerful.
Most of us are getting into the holiday spirit by now, but some people really take the festive tradition to the next level. Jon Fraser, also known as Captain Christmas, has installed a spectacular light display on his front lawn.
Queen’s University has scrapped in-person exams amid rising COVID cases at the school. Abby McLean, a third-year student, helped petition this change.
A months-long CBC News investigation has revealed dozens of Canadians are dying in police custody.. Picked up for being intoxicated. What went wrong, and what can be done to prevent this.
It's been just two weeks since the first case of Omicron was discovered in Ontario. By next week, it could very well make up all the new cases. What does this rapid spread mean for the province? Dr. Peter Juni explains.
Research shows that giving is so healthy for us, it can lower blood pressure, decrease stress, and even increase life span. But giving is more than just handing out gifts. Happiness columnist Jennifer Moss joined us to talk about how to get giving "right" this holiday season.
If you're a new student at Georgian College, you may have a tough time finding a place to live. With a tight rental market and school growth, the college has put out a call for local rental housing.
Kingston’s early pandemic response was considered a big success. But today, the city’s COVID-19 numbers are amongst the highest in Ontario’s fourth wave. Mayor Bryan Paterson talks about the new limits, and the impact it’s having on businesses.
There's never been a better time to laugh. Orillia comic Wilfred Lee tells us about his journey from improv comedy stages in Korea to performing with the famed Second City in Toronto.
Peterborough is drafting a new blueprint for immediate action on the opioid crisis...Councillor Dean Pappas talks about the urgency.
New Zealand proposes making smoking illegal for teens...for life. Michael Chaiton explains how Canada could follow suit.
Ontario's plan to tackle omicron includes rolling out third doses and tweaking the vaccine passport program. Will that be enough?
If you feel overwhelmed thinking about the climate crisis, you are not alone...the Kingston Frontenac Public Library hopes to help with some tips on navigating climate news.
What is a CO2e label? Sarah Lazarovic with Clean Prosperity joined us to discuss labeling carbon dioxide equivalents on our consumer goods.
The holidays are a time of giving. But in Wasaga Beach, residents believe that should happen everyday not just for special occasions.
In 2014 a project called the People's Archive of India was born. It was a digital archive of the rich and varied stories from the country's rural regions. Now, a new project from the University of Guelph is launching a similiar project focusing on rural Ontario. We talked to David Borish. He's one of the minds behind the project.
Record high new daily COVID case counts, record number of active case and now the variant Omicron has been detected in the community. What's happening in Kingston? We talked to the region's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Piotr Oglaza.
A new study provides insight on how to boost your exercise routine and stick with it. We talked to fitness expert Oonagh Duncan to learn more.
Have you ever dreamed of writing a novel? We talked to Akritti Batra, a grade 10 student in Collingwood, who's written not one, but two novels in the last year. We also talked to her teacher Sarah Burke.
There's only been 10 days in December but a staggering number of people have died from fires so far in Ontario. We talked to Jon Pegg who is the Fire Marshal for the Province of Ontario.
Mari Sherkin in Grey County has published her first children's book this week and she already has a very famous reader. She talked about her book.
In Peterborough today, volunteers will be out in the community to take a census of people who are homeless. The point-in-time count measures the number of people who are homeless on a given day. We talked to Kerri Kightley, the count's coordinator at the United Way of Peterborough and District.
Plexiglass was touted as a way to minimize the spread of COVID-19. But now experts say can do more harm than good: We spoke with Jeffrey Siegel, a professor of civil and mineral engineering at the University of Toronto.
Hospitals are seeing another COVID-19 surge, and. Kingston Health Sciences Centre has started sending patients out of its ICU to prepare for rising case numbers. We spoke with Dr. David Pichora who is the president and CEO of Kingston Health Sciences Centre.
A portable benefits package, and a guaranteed minimum wage for gig workers. Those are just two of the recommendations CBC News has learned are in a report on the future of work, to be released by the Ontario government later today. Queen's Park reporter Mike Crawley read through it.
The holidays are coming, and people are starting to make plans for dinners and get-togethers… Dr. Peter Lin talks about what you should be thinking about from a Covid-prevention point of view .
The 12th edition of Canada's Food Price Report was released today. Simon Somogyi from the University of Guelph shares its findings, and how you can best save your dollars when grocery bills are rising.
Stargazers are waking up early this week and breaking out their telescopes. The prize .. a chance to witness the arrival of Comet Leonard. Astronomers say the bright soaring space object MAY be visible with the naked eye this weekend. Science writer Andrew Fazekas (fuh-ZAY-kus) joined us to discuss the comet.
Can you coach your brain to better deal with the effects of sustained uncertainty? We talked to Sarah Kennell, National Director, Public Policy at the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Replacing a stiff upper lip with a song in the heart. A new campaign seeks to shift our ideas about masculinity by using music to connect men to their emotions. We spoke to Humberto Carolo and Frank Russo.
A new report tallies up how much money it will cost to fix up Ontario's hospitals, schools and other public buildings from climate change. Peter Weltman, Ontario's Financial Accountability Officer joined us.
Canada is considering a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing 2022 Olympics while the U-S has already made it clear they're taking that stance, to draw attention to China's human rights abuses. But how effective is this and other kinds of boycotts and what are the consequences for the athletes? We talked to Olympic watcher and former Olympian Angela Schenider.
Counting down the top books in Kingston this year. Liz Coates joined us to tell us about the ones with the most holds at the public library.
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is helping parents and caregivers learn more about COVID vaccinations for children five to eleven. Dr. Colin Lee, Associate Medical Officer of Health, joined us to tell us about a virtual Q & A they're hosting tonight.
A pair of new reports show how Ontario's opioid crisis disaproportionately affects First Nations. Chief Glen Hare told us about the causes, effects and impact.
Build it now, junk it later. Cheap furniture is a problem for the environment but one global company is starting a program to buy back old items in good condition. We talk to Candice Batista, an environmental journalist, and founder of Eco Hub.
We talk to Gaelle Fedida about a new program in Quebec aimed at keeping women safer from violence. The program was announced just days before the sombre anniversary of the murder of fourteen women at a Montreal University is marked across the country.
How can municipalities improve their relationship with Indigenous communities? Some are creating relationship agreements. We learn from from Mayor Wendy Landry.
Today we remember the Ecole Polytechnique massacre of 14 female engineering students in Montreal. In Kingston, they will be reinforcing the lessons learned from that tragic expression of gender violence by taking bedsheets to the streets. We learn more.
Gleaners Food Bank in Belleville is slammed for the holiday season with high demand and few volunteers. We talk to Susanne Quinlan who is the Director of Operations.
CBC investigative team has uncovered new data on intimate partner homicides and reports on what we can do to better prevent them. The CBC's Kimberly Ivany joined us with that story.
On this week's Karchut on Cars, Paul looks into why we name our cars and how manufacturers find ways to humanize their design, to build a stronger connection.
In Saskatchewan, you can go to a mall, a library, even a fire halll and pick up free rapid testing kits for COVID-19. So why isn't it that easy to get them in Ontario? We talk to Dr. Amit Ayra, who wants the province to change its policy on rapid testing and make it much more widespread.
In Simcoe Musckoka vaccination rates are up, but so is community transmission. Now health officials are warning businesses and residents that further restrictions could be on the way. We talked to Dr. Charles Gardner, Medical Officer of Health for Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
The Limestone District School Board is auctioning off 228 years worth of memorabillia from Kingston Collegiate which was founded in 1972. We spoke to Steve Hedderson, Associate superintendent of education at the Limestone District School Board.
The holidays are meant to be merry and bright, but they're also a notoriously popular time for scams. OPP Detective Sergeant with the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre tells about 12 scams.
You can help bring some holiday cheer to a senior near you. Brighten up their day, donate a small gift, and most of all let them know they are not forgotten. Find out how you can play Santa for a senior in Orillia. We talked to Amy Lamberstsen from Information Services Orillia Library.
A pair of new reports show how Ontario's opioid crisis disaproportionately affects First Nations. Chief Glen Hare told us about the causes, effects and impact.
Build it now, junk it later. Cheap furniture is a problem for the environment but one global company is starting a program to buy back old items in good condition. We talk to Candice Batista, an environmental journalist, and founder of Eco Hub.
We talk to Gaelle Fedida about a new program in Quebec aimed at keeping women safer from violence. The program was announced just days before the sombre anniversary of the murder of fourteen women at a Montreal University is marked across the country.
How can municipalities improve their relationship with Indigenous communities? Some are creating relationship agreements. We learn from from Mayor Wendy Landry.
Today we remember the Ecole Polytechnique massacre of 14 female engineering students in Montreal. In Kingston, they will be reinforcing the lessons learned from that tragic expression of gender violence by taking bedsheets to the streets. We learn more.
Gleaners Food Bank in Belleville is slammed for the holiday season with high demand and few volunteers. We talk to Susanne Quinlan who is the Director of Operations.
The pandemic puppy boom has many people more interested in everything to do with dogs, including their genetic makeup. We talked to veterinarian Dr. Janice Huntingford about dog DNA kits and whether they are worth the money.
Galleries and museums across North America and Europe are filled with art and cultural artifacts that sometimes were stolen or acquired under somewhat questionable circumstances. Now there's a new reckoning going on about what to do about it.
With winter weather on the way across much of the province its time to prepare your trees for snow. We get tips for how you can keep your trees happy and healthy this winter from arborist Allie Buchanan.
A Peterborough sexual assault researcher has received an international award for her work. We talk to Alisha Fisher.
The Ontario government has passed legislation on the "right to disconnect". What will this mean going forward for workers and employers in this province. We talk to Matthias Spitzmuller from Queen's business school.
This is the season of holiday songs wherever you go. Some are beloved, some are boring but only puts listeners into Whamhalla. That's where some people go when Wham's Last Christmas comes up in the rotation and players of Whamageddon know what we're talking about. For those that don't we talked to one of the founders of the global game.
Recent Ontario arbitration decisions are mixed on mandatory work vaccination policies. Labour and employment lawyer Marc Rodrigue discussed.
Canada has instituted a flight ban on several African nationss in an effort to stem the spread of the Omicron covid variant. Are these measures too little, too late? We talk to Epidemiologist Colin Furness.
The new Indigenous Peoples Court is now up and running in Peterborough. We learn more from Steven Martin and Ryan Robertson.
The arrival of omicron has some thinking: Should Ontario be accelerating third doses or sending vaccines to places that haven't even had a first dose? Dr. Jeff Kwong shares his thoughts.
Hunter Street Books in Peterborough is closing its doors, but it's the beginning of a new chapter for owner Michelle Berry.
A new report for the Canadian Medical Association says the pandemic has caused long delays in surgeries and medical procedures and 1.3 billion dollars is needed to keep the fragile healthcare system going. We talked to Dr. Ann Collins, Past President of the Canadian Medical Association.
Kayla Casey is a paramedic from Oro-Medonte who is a power lifter preparing for a national competition in Newfoundland.
The pandemic puppy boom has many people more interested in everything to do with dogs, including their genetic makeup. We talked to veterinarian Dr. Janice Huntingford about dog DNA kits and whether they are worth the money.
Galleries and museums across North America and Europe are filled with art and cultural artifacts that sometimes were stolen or acquired under somewhat questionable circumstances. Now there's a new reckoning going on about what to do about it.
With winter weather on the way across much of the province its time to prepare your trees for snow. We get tips for how you can keep your trees happy and healthy this winter from arborist Allie Buchanan.
A Peterborough sexual assault researcher has received an international award for her work. We talk to Alisha Fisher.
The Ontario government has passed legislation on the "right to disconnect". What will this mean going forward for workers and employers in this province. We talk to Matthias Spitzmuller from Queen's business school.
This is the season of holiday songs wherever you go. Some are beloved, some are boring but only puts listeners into Whamhalla. That's where some people go when Wham's Last Christmas comes up in the rotation and players of Whamageddon know what we're talking about. For those that don't we talked to one of the founders of the global game.
Zoey Purves is one of a group of Canadians aged 12 to 18 is launching a court challenge to lower the voting age. She explains why she wants youth to vote in the next federal election; John Williams, a Midland based maple syrup producer, talks about the state of Ontario's syrup supply as Quebec releases 22 million kilograms of its reserve stock; Queen's Park reporter Mike Crawley breaks down the new report from Ontario's Auditor General, including the 22 million tax dollars in COVID-19 relief that went to businesses that weren't actually eligible for it; CBC's Imani Walker speaks to people about what helped them get through the challenging year of 2021; Gretel Montenegro felt lost when she first came to Collingwood from Columbia, until she found her 'angel' in the form of a helpful realtor in the community. She explains what that meant to her and how she's trying to provide the same support to newcomers now; Our house doctor Peter Lin takes a closer look at the Omicron variant and how we can fight it; Travel journalist Jennifer Weatherhead Harrington explains how the arrival of the Omicron COVID-19 variants how is that affecting travel, especially international holiday travel, as we approach the holidays; Stranded in a blizzard on Christmas Eve. It's not the plot of a Hallmark Christmas movie, but a new play premiering in Belleville tonight. Local playwright Peter Paylor talks about his inspiration.
Recent Ontario arbitration decisions are mixed on mandatory work vaccination policies. Labour and employment lawyer Marc Rodrigue discussed.
Canada has instituted a flight ban on several African nationss in an effort to stem the spread of the Omicron covid variant. Are these measures too little, too late? We talk to Epidemiologist Colin Furness.
The new Indigenous Peoples Court is now up and running in Peterborough. We learn more from Steven Martin and Ryan Robertson.
The arrival of omicron has some thinking: Should Ontario be accelerating third doses or sending vaccines to places that haven't even had a first dose? Dr. Jeff Kwong shares his thoughts.
Hunter Street Books in Peterborough is closing its doors, but it's the beginning of a new chapter for owner Michelle Berry.
A new report for the Canadian Medical Association says the pandemic has caused long delays in surgeries and medical procedures and 1.3 billion dollars is needed to keep the fragile healthcare system going. We talked to Dr. Ann Collins, Past President of the Canadian Medical Assoction.
Kayla Casey is a paramedic from Oro-Medonte who is a power lifter preparing for a national competition in Newfoundland.
It's the most wonderful time of the year to take a much-needed break from work responsibilities. We talked to Katharine Coons about how to prevent job burnout leading up to the holidays. With the restrictions on gathering with friends and family eased, at least for now, experts predict that we're going to enjoy our holidays with a greater sense of gratitude. Happiness columnist Jennifer Moss talked to us about the science behind why we may be more excited for the holidays than in years past. Kingston's Dr. Gerald Evans discussed the Omicron variant and how it is impacting Ontario's pandemic response and what do we in the public need to know about this new variant? The best and brightest have been honoured as the Top 40 Under 40 in Canada. We talked Dr. Teresa Purzner, a neurosurgeon in Kingston, who's on the list. The House of Commons is back up and running and MPs have a lot to accomplish before heading home for the holidays.For more on this and other Canadian political news, we spoke to Alex Ballingall. He covers federal politics for the Toronto Star. The annual hunger report on food bank use in this province is out. Seniors are coming in more and children are coming in less but overall, more and more people are relying on food banks to survive.We talked to Sui Mee Cheng who is executive director of Feed Ontario who put together the report.
CBC reporter Erik White joins us from Sudbury to talk about about the arrival of Starllink, the satellite-based high speed internet serviice; Erica Johnson from CBC's Go Public reports on the predicament of a women who found her self-service storage locker robbed of her cherished - and valuable - belongings; With the new Covid-19 variant Omicron being identified in South Africa, epidemiologists are once again pointing out the inequalities of global vaccine distribution. Brittany Lambert of Oxfam Canada offers her perspective; Local ski resorts are preparing for the season...and hoping to avoid another lockdown this winter. Robert Huter of Mt. St. Louis Moonstone ski resort talks to us about snow conditions and COVID-19 protocols; You may have a robot vacuum cleaner - but Innisfil has snowbots - robots that will clear the sidewalks. We find out more from Nicole Bowman, the town's Director of Operations; According to new data from Statistics Canada more than 10 per cent of Canadians over the age of 15 say they always or often feel lonely. We have reaction to the situation from psychiatrist Roger McIntyre; Last Friday, Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough welcomed the general public back for the first time since March 2020. General manager Jim Moloney talks about the reopening.
Catherine Field, a freelance journalist in Paris reports on the aftermath of the death of some 27 people who had boarded an inflatable dinghy in hopes of crossing the English Channel to the U.K.; Steven D'Souza of CBC's Marketplace reports on the threat of flooding and how many Canadians are vulnerable because of inconsistent real estate rules, a lack of of information about the risk, and the reluctance of some insurers; We hear from Kingston mother Lyn O'Callaghan has flown to Costa Rica to check her son into rehab, which was unavailable here despite of his urgent need; Another century - another pandemic. Amateur historian Dave Town talks about his new book, 'Spanish Flu : Orillia’s Ordeal in 1918.' From lockdowns to vaccine mandates, opinions about the COVID-19 crisis can be very polarized. Political science professor Fiona MacDonald joins us to talk about how to deescalate the tension; Patricia James of St. James United Church in Stroud tells us about the benefits from forest bathing.
Leah Dies from Holland Landing, just south of Barrie is one f the authors of a new book that is available online that deals with some of the hardships of infertility: "Where's Helen? Real and Raw Infertility Journeys" ; The cost of housing continues to climb out of reach for many. Could a solution to this crisis be something called a community land trust? Suzanne Martineau recently made a presentation to town council in Gravenhurst on the concept; Our Queen's Park correspondent Mike Crawley discusses internal information that reveals that the provincial government is going to fall short of its goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; The Black Friday and holiday sales have begun. Financial planner Shannon Lee Simmons has some advice on how to stay on budget; Coyotes are becoming a more familiar sight even in suburban and urban areas. We find out more from their behaviour from Dennis Murray is the Canada Research Chair in Integrative Wildlife Conservation at Trent University in Peterborough; Earlier this week Ontario Northland had a test run from from Union Station in Toronto to North Bay. Paul Kelly, the Mayor of Gravenhurst was along for the ride. He explains why the service would be welcomed by his community; Bath and body retailer Lush Cosmetics is has announced it will no longer be on various major social media platforms. Marketing expert Sam Fiorella offers his perspective on the company's decision; We meet Synthia Kiss, a drag queen, originally from Peterborough, who appeared on the second season of Canada's Drag Race.
Infectious disease epidemiologist Maria Sundaram discusses vaccine hesitancy among some parents now that kids under the age of 12 are eligible for the COVID vaccine; Who would have thought giving workers a raise would cause controversy? Chapman's in Grey County is giving employees who are double-vaxxed a one dollar per hour pay raise. But now the ice cream maker is the target of abuse from anti-vaxxers. Ashley Chapman tells us about the situation; Leila Sarangi is with the group Campaign 2000 that was created to raise awareness and support for the resolution by the House of Commons to end child poverty. She outlines their recent report that shows that some 1.3 million children still live in poverty; Our books columnist, Tara Henley shares her conversation with author Elaine Dewar about her new book "On the Origin of the Deadliest Pandemic in 100 Years."; Anthony Frisina of the Ontario Disability Coalition explains some of the difficulties some people have had in accessing government services; Director Peter Jackson's docuseries 'The Beatles: Get Back' will soon be available for streaming. We talk with Holly Tessler who teaches "The Beatles: Music Industry and Heritage" at the University of Liverpool about the influence and legacy of the Fab Four.
According to a new set of environmental audits, the Ontario government has ignored the public's right to consultation on environmentally-significant decisions. We find out more Ontario's Auditor General, Bonnie Lysyk; We talk with Kim Hay an amateur astronomer from Yarker who has been honoured for her contributions to the science by having an asteroid named after her: 10062 Kim Hay; Mike Hearn, a father of two in Midland, explains why he's anxious to get them vaccinated against COVID; Fewer people than normal are getting their routine vaccinations. Sandra Hanna of the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada makes the case to permit pharmacists to administer more of the publicly-funded vaccines; Jordan Press of the Canadian Press previews today's Speech From the Throne and the priorities as Parliament resumes; Dr. Ann Collins, Past President of the Canadian Medical Association says that the federal government and social media companies both need to take a stand against the physical and online abuse that health care workers are subjected to; Orillia is working to get a warming centre up and running. City councillor Jay Fallis tells us about their efforts.
Dr. Rob Meeder, Medical director for Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care's Family, Child and Youth Mental Health program in Midland discusses Health Canada's approval of the Pfizer vaccine for children aged five to 11; Sarah Kennell, National Director, Public Policy at Canadian Mental Health Association explains eco-anxiety and how recent events are prompting more fear and anxiety about the impacts of climate change; Nelson Wiseman, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Toronto talks about what's topping the political agenda this week as the 44th Parliament officially gets underway; Donna Guzik bring the latest business news, including how the devastating floods in B.C. could effect Canada's economy; Crestview Strategy Vice President Andrew Brander breaks down the politics of Conservative MP's "civil liberties caucus", intended to protest vaccine mandates when Parliament resumes; Steve Kovacevic from Resurfice, an Elmira company that makes Olympia ice resurfacers, talks about the demand for electric versus fossil fuel models
Farmer Lester Weber talks about why he and other southern Ontario farmers are sending bails of hay to Saskatchewan; Sean Holman, Wayne Crookes Professor of Environmental and Climate Journalist at the University of Victoria, looks into a new survey on how the media reports on climate change; Shari Kasman talks about her book "Rocks Don't Move and Other Questionable Facts", created from random facts from strangers she received in exchange for her old books; Asha Tomlinson breaks down a new Marketplace investigation into homeopathic products sold at drug stores across Canada, sometimes alongside scientifically tested cold and flu medication; Screentime columnist Eli Glasner has the lowdown on the new group of Ghostbusters and the director bringing the franchise back to life as well as Will Smith's turn as a tennis dad in King Richard; Orillia Library CEO Bessie Sullivan on why the board for the Orillia Public Library has asked the city for 72-thousand dollars for an on-site outreach worker; Artistic Director Tim Carroll explains how the Shaw Theatre is embracing a festival atmosphere for its holiday lineup
Colin Robertson, a former Canadian diplomat and vice president and fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, talks about what is on the agenda as leaders from Canada, the United States, and Mexico meet in Washington; Rob Norman, the creator of the new CBC podcast Limited Capacity, talks about all things dark and disturbing that went into his new show; Author and sustainable design professor Lloyd Alter explains how reducing consumption is the first step to shrinking your carbon footprint and leading a greener lifestyle; Diane Bergeron, President of CNIB Guide Dogs, talks what it takes to train a dog for a very special job and why they're looking for new volunteers; Artist and author Student Asim previews the "Tell a Story, Save a Life" virtual event on the power of storytelling to combat Islamophobia; Medical columnist Dr. Peter Lin talks about why COVID-19 numbers are going up in Ontario, and what we can do to reverse this trend; CBC Queen's Park Reporter Mike Crawley talks about how a massive piece of proposed legislation in the U.S. could throw a wrench in Premier Doug Ford's plan to make Ontario the hub for electric vehicle production; Jennifer Siripong Mandel and Anika Chabra, the co-founders of Root and Seed, talk about their web-tool that helps people digitally preserve their family traditions, stories and recipes
Lauren Tonelli of the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters explains why the province is working on trapping a group of wild pigs that was sighted east of Toronto; Happiness and well-being columnist Jennifer Moss shares the warning signs of a toxic workplace and how to prevent it from affecting our mental health; Jack Veicht from the Canadian Mental Health Association's Peterborough branch talks about the vicarious trauma that many front-line and outreach workers are experiencing during the pandemic; The CBC's Mary Wiens speaks to Amazon workers about the relentless work schedule and demands of the company, especially as Christmas approaches; Jason Thistlethwaite, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Environment at the University of Waterloo, on what actions municipalities need to take to help their communities mitigate environmental disasters; Liz Coates from the Kingston Frontenac Public Library shares her reading picks to get you in the Hallmark holiday movie mood; Wendy Vuyk, director of community health at Kingston Community Health Centres and the president of the board of directors at KEYS Job Centre explains organizations and employees should prepare for the transition to a post-pandemic hybrid work model; Shirley Brennan, the Executive Director of the Christmas Tree Growers of Ontario talks about the likelihood of a Christmas tree shortage again this year
Government relations advisor for Children First Canada Stephanie Mitton talks about the importance of recognizing children's rights and resilience during the pandemic ahead of National Child Day; Jonnathan Marconi, President of Highland Waters Community Metis Council, explains why he persuaded cities like Belleville and Napanee to publically commemorate Riel's role in history for this Louis Riel Day; Kerry McCuaig, a fellow in early childhood policy at Ontario Institute for Studies in Education talks about why Ontario is one of just two provinces that haven't signed a deal with the federal government on 10-dollar-a-day childcare and what needs to happen to make affordable childcare a reality in this province; Chef Daniel Clements from Georgian College in Barrie gives tips on making the most of your groceries in light of rising food prices; Sam Andrey, Director of Policy & Research at the Ryerson Leadership Lab explains what Ontario's decision to end the practice of academic streaming for Grade 9 courses starting next fall means; Mia Rabson, national reporter for The Canadian Press explains Canada's commitments at COP26, next steps and what's ahead with this week's Three Amigos summit; Amy Spendik, assistant professor of the Policing & Community Well-Being program at Trent University explains what you need to know to guard against the rising incidences of phone fraud; Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau gives tips on how best to navigate the complexities of COVID-19 manners as holiday party season begins.
Blue Mountains wants you. And they are offering a minimum wage of $16.50. Lesley Biffin of the resort's' human resources department tells us what they are offering prospective employees; CBC journalist Emily Brass tells us about her new podcast 'Type Taboo: Diary of a New Diabetic' that profiles her personal health crisis; Infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogosh discusses the use and efficacy of COVID-19 booster shots; CBC's Go Public investigated a new scam that cost one unwitting victim $3500 when she thought she'd had been hired to work from home. Erica Johnson tells us what happened; Wondering why your lettuce wilted so soon; why your berries went bad? It may be because it spent a long time in transit. Ontario's food wholesalers are among those dealing with shipping delays. Michelle Broom of the Ontario Produce Marketing Association explains why there have been delays getting their product to the consumer; Michael Lochran is a psychotherapist working in addiction treatment. He talks about the challenges of coping with the pandemic as another winter approaches.
Canada's national men's soccer team has two big matches coming up - against Costa Rica and then Mexico - which will be crucial in their efforts to qualify for the World Cup in Qatar next year. Sports journalist Ed Klajman discusses their prospects; Infectious disease expert Dr. Dominik Mertz of McMaster University in Hamilton discusses the concerning rise of cases counts and mortality in Europe; The Simcoe-Muskoka Health Unit has one of the highest infection rates in the province. Charles Gardner, the Medical Officer of Health updates us on the situation; The City of Kingston is partnering with the province, federal government and the organization Homes for Heroes to build a 'village for veterans' made up of tiny homes. City councilor Mary-Rita Holland tells us about the project; Because of the growing number of infections the province has decided to postpone lifting capacity limits at night clubs, strip clubs and event spaces with dancing, like wedding venues. Karen Born, the assistant scientific director for the COVID-19 Science Advisory Table talks about the evolving response to the pandemic her in Ontario; The TV series 'The Mayor of Kingstown' features an award-winning cast including Jeremy Renner, Dianne Wiest and Kyle Chandler. But the real star of a new show is Kingston and its penitentiary. We find out more from Alex Jansen, Kingston's Film Commissioner.
Documentary filmmaker Eric Brunt tells us about his current project 'The Last Ones Standing' where Canadians veterans of the Second World War share their stories; Author David Borys shares the little-known story of the Canadian Military's Civil Affairs Branch at the end of the Second World War which he describes in his book "Civilians At The Sharp End"; Timothy Sawa of CBC Television's the fifth estate outlines their investigation into continuing allegations of abuse at the now-closed Grenville Christian College in Brockville; The WWF has produced a map of where carbon is stored within the Canadian ecosystem. James Snider of W-W-F Canada explains it's significance; Dr. Seema Marwaha tells us about the anti-viral pills from drug makers Pfizer and Merck that are proving to be effective in mitigating the effects of COVID-19; Our Queen's Park reporter Mike Crawley talks about the Ford government's initiatives on electric vehicles; We meet Sgt. Andrea MacDougall who will be performing as a member of the Central Band of the Canadian Armed Forces at the Remembrance Day ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa.