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.

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Ontario Morning Podcast - February 18

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 17

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

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 16 2022

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 15

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 14

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 11

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 10 2022

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 9

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?

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 8

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 7

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 4

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 2

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - February 1

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - January 31 2022

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.

Ontario Morning Podcast - January 28 2022

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