Accessible Options to View the Solar Eclipse
The total Solar Eclipse is happening this afternoon. Shaun Preece from Double Tap describes some accessible options for you to experience the event. From the April 8, 2024, episode.
Apr 08, 2024•11 min
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Film Review: “Irish Wish”
Lindsay Lohan is starring in a new romcom! Amy Amantea shares her review of “Irish Wish.” From the April 8, 2024, episode.
Apr 08, 2024•15 min
Accessibility Professional Network Conference
The Accessibility Professionals Network held an accessible design conference in Vancouver a couple weeks ago. Marco Pasqua shares his takeaways. From the April 8, 2024, episode.
Apr 08, 2024•19 min
Federal AI Investment
The Federal Government is making a big investment into artificial intelligence. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge will have the details. From the April 8, 2024, episode.
Apr 08, 2024•11 min
Episode 1003: Full Show
News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta tackle the top stories of the week! Carbon tax rebates are going up alongside the tax increase. How has your mindset evolved around the rebate mechanism? The federal government plans to launch a national school food program. What would you like to see in the program? Plus, there has been a lot of conversation around the anticipated total solar eclipse. How do you feel about all the media coverage on it? Too dramatic? Not enough science? And, “One...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 45 min
One eRead Canada
“One eRead Canada” is back to promote the importance of digital reading. Karen McKay from the Centre for Equitable Library Access tells you all about this year’s feature title!
Apr 05, 2024•14 min
Total Solar Eclipse
There has been a lot of conversation around the anticipated total solar eclipse. How do you feel about the media coverage around it? The News Panel have the details.
Apr 05, 2024•9 min
National School Food Program
The federal government plans to launch a national school food program. The News Panel discuss what they would like to see in the program?
Apr 05, 2024•18 min
Carbon Tax Politics
Carbon tax rebates are going up alongside the tax increase. How has your mindset evolved around the rebate mechanism? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta discuss carbon tax politics.
Apr 05, 2024•18 min
Episode 1002: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati chats about the anticipated total solar eclipse. Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview with wheelchair basketball star Cindy Ouellet. And Alex Broverman offers advice for tax season! This is the April 4, 2024, episode.
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Understanding a School Acceptance Letter
What should you do as a student when you receive one or multiple school acceptance letters? Elizabeth Mohler will give you some tips so you can secure the right spot. This is the April 4, 2024, episode.
Apr 04, 2024•15 min
Google Podcasts Officially Integrates into YouTube
Google Podcasts was integrated directly into YouTube. Is this type of software migration ultimately beneficial for the user? Marc Aflalo from Double Tap chimes in on the conversation. This is the April 4, 2024, episode.
Apr 04, 2024•12 min
Credits & Benefits of Tax Filing
You could reduce the amount of tax you owe by claiming deductions, credits, and expenses. Alex Broverman will offer some advice.
Apr 04, 2024•19 min
Cindy Ouellet’s Journey to the Paralympics
Wheelchair Basketball star Cindy Ouellet is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris, France. Alex Smyth has an exclusive interview with her! This is the April 4, 2024, episode.
Apr 04, 2024•15 min
Total Solar Eclipse
Niagara Falls is in the path of Next Monday’s solar eclipse. One million visitors are expected in the city and this has triggered a declaration of state of emergency. Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati explains the measures being taken. This is the April 4, 2024, episode.
Apr 04, 2024•7 min
Episode 1001: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: A new documentary profiles the life of comedian and actor Steve Martin, Michael McNeely shares his review. New data shows business owners believe housing costs are the biggest impediment to economic growth in Canada. Certified Financial Planner Ryan Chin reacts to the numbers. The Halifax Burger Bash is raising funds for Feed Nova Scotia. Community Reporter Milena Khazanavicius serves up the details. And, the Ontario Provincial Goalball Tournament is set to take pla...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Provincial Goalball Tournament
The Ontario Provincial Goalball Tournament is set to take place this weekend. Emilee Schevers discusses her preparation for the tourney.
Apr 03, 2024•10 min
Halifax Burger Bash
The Halifax Burger Bash is raising funds for Feed Nova Scotia. Community Reporter Milena Khazanavicius serves up the details.
Apr 03, 2024•18 min
Rising Housing Costs
New data shows business owners believe housing costs are the biggest impediment to economic growth in Canada. Certified Financial Planner Ryan Chin reacts to the numbers.
Apr 03, 2024•19 min
Film Review, “STEVE!”
A new documentary profiles the life of comedian and actor Steve Martin. Michael McNeely shares his review.
Apr 03, 2024•14 min
Episode 1000: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, New Stats Canada data shows that a growing number of teenagers between 15 and 17 have experienced dating violence. Meagan Gillmore discusses the rise in dating violence. She also explores the concept of intergenerational volunteerism, which is gaining traction across the country. The Ontario Northland rail system has made improvements to accessibility on its network. Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares the details. Saskatchewan recently released their budg...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Weekly News Quiz
Who is most on top of the biggest headlines of the week? Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee, and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the Weekly News quiz.
Apr 02, 2024•15 min
NOW’s 1000th Show
It is the 1000th edition of NOW with Dave Brown. We reflect on the show and celebrate the milestone.
Apr 02, 2024•14 min
Saskatchewan’s Budget
Saskatchewan recently released their budget. What should folks from the disability community expect? John Loeppky breaks it all down.
Apr 02, 2024•11 min
Ontario Northland Accessibility
The Ontario Northland rail system has made improvements to accessibility on its network. Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares the details.
Apr 02, 2024•14 min
Intergenerational Volunteerism
The concept of intergenerational volunteerism is gaining traction across the country. Meagan Gillmore tells you about a program in BC that brings young folks and older folks together.
Apr 02, 2024•21 min
Episode 999: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Ontario’s top doctor wants stronger regulation legal vices. He also wants to decriminalize certain illegal substances. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge takes a closer look. It’s been almost 20 years since the Montreal Expos left the MLB. Denis Boudreau will reminisce about the great years they had and will also discuss accessibility in baseball. Amy Amantea shares her review of the rom-com-fantasy flick ‘Irish Wish’ starring Lindsay Lohan! In the...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Accessible Camps for All
Summer camps don’t always meet accessibility needs. Inclusive sports advocate Ryan Van Praet has thoughts on how they can adapt.
Apr 01, 2024•14 min
Google’s Accessibility Discovery Centre
Google opened their newest Accessibility Discovery Centre in Dublin, Ireland. Steven Scott will talk about what this centre is all about and the new kinds of accessible tech that’s developed in-house.
Apr 01, 2024•15 min
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