Housing Crisis in Ontario
Access to housing in Ontario continues to be in crisis. Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles explores the NDP’s proposed housing solutions. From the April 16, 2024, episode.
Apr 16, 2024•15 min
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Episode 1009: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press discusses a rejected labour deal by health workers in Quebec. Kelly Bron Johnson considers the importance of planning your future health care needs. Plus, Peter Parsons recaps the Ontario Provincial Goalball Championships! This is the April 15, 2024, episode.
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Ontario Provincial Goalball Championships
The Ontario Provincial Goalball Championships wrapped up last weekend. Peter Parsons recaps the event! From the April 15, 2024, episode.
Apr 15, 2024•11 min
‘Voice Dream Reader’ Controversy
Voice Dream Reader has stirred up some controversy with a new subscription model. Shaun Preece fills you in on this story.
Apr 15, 2024•13 min
Film Review: “Shirley”
Netflix has a new bio pic of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to be elected to the U.S. Congress. Kim Thistle shares her review of “Shirley.”
Apr 15, 2024•20 min
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning Day is tomorrow. Kelly Bron Johnson considers the importance of planning your future health care needs. From the April 15, 2024, episode.
Apr 15, 2024•13 min
Quebec Health Workers Reject Deal
Health workers in Quebec have rejected a labour deal. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press offers some insight in the matter. Plus, Alberta is experiencing a population boom. Michelle explores the reason behind the growth. From the April 15, 2024, episode.
Apr 15, 2024•13 min
Episode 1008: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: it's the weekly news panel with Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge! They discuss municipal jurisdiction in Alberta, drip pricing and service fees, and Olympic prize money. Plus, AMI’s All Access Comedy event is returning to Halifax! Greg David tells you all about it! This is the April 12, 2024, episode.
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 44 min
‘All Access Comedy’ Returns
AMI’s All Access Comedy event is returning to Halifax! Greg David gives you all the details! He also reflects on the evolution of professional wrestling. From the April 12, 2024, episode.
Apr 12, 2024•13 min
Olympic Prize Money
One sport at the Paris Olympics is going to be offering prize money for winning. Not from their own national athletic bodies. But from the international body that governs the sport. How do you feel about ‘amateur’ athletes winning prize money outside of their own national bodies? News panelists Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge weigh in with their perspectives. From the April 12, 2024, episode.
Apr 12, 2024•7 min
Drip Pricing & Service Fees
Consumers are filing lawsuits against companies that use drip pricing and hidden service fees. What measures do you think could curb the practice? News panelists Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge describe their opinions. From the April 12, 2024, episode.
Apr 12, 2024•16 min
Alberta Municipal Jurisdiction
Alberta is proposing a law that would allow it to veto any deal struck between municipalities and the federal government. What do you think of this proposed bill? News panelists Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge share their thoughts. From the April 12, 2024, episode.
Apr 12, 2024•20 min
Film Review: “SCOOP”
Netflix’s “Scoop” explores the story of how the BBC obtained the bombshell interview with Prince Andrew. Michael McNeely shares his review. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 11, 2024•12 min
Google’s “Find My Device” Network
Google launched its Find My Device network earlier this week. Marc Aflalo from Access Tech Live gives you the scoop. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 11, 2024•13 min
Celebrating Earth Day
Three Vancouver museums are joining forces to celebrate Earth Day later this month! Community reporter Nathan Clement tells you all about their special event! He also discusses the return of Vancouver Night Markets. And he discusses the upcoming qualification tournaments for men and women’s wheelchair basketball. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 11, 2024•19 min
Airbnb Issues in Quebec
Issues of regulation continue to surround Airbnbs in Quebec. Dawn Dickinson explores this matter in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 11, 2024•13 min
Episode 1007: Full Episode
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dawn Dickinson discusses the continuing issues of regulation surrounding Airbnbs in Quebec. Nathan Clement tells you about a special museum event celebrating Earth Day later this month. Plus Marc Aflalo describes Google's new "Find My Device" network! This is the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Episode 1006: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores the growing concern of police violence against the autistic community. Journalist Arno Kopecky dives into the carbon tax debate. And host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard in a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! This is the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 39 min
Ask Jennie Anything
There is a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! Host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard! From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•17 min
Carbon Tax Debate
The Carbon Tax rose $15 per tonne in April. The hike resulted in the reignited debate over the program. Journalist Arno Kopecky dives into the waters of politics and environmental policy. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•13 min
Accessible Travel Experiences
The Pacific Training Centre for the Blind is hosting a virtual session on accessible travel experiences for people who are blind. Community reporter Amy Amantea tells you all about it! She also shares details about a film screening hosted by the Canadian Council of the Blind’s BC-Yukon Division. Plus, she describes an upcoming information session on disability and income tax at the Richmond Centre for Disability. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•17 min
Spring Trends
With Spring here, it’s time to embrace spring's warmth and update your style. Anu Pala breaks down some of the trends for spring 2024! From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•14 min
Police Interactions with Autism Community
Police violence against people with autism is a growing concern. Journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores some of the issues. From the April 11, 2024, episode.
Apr 10, 2024•11 min
Episode 1005: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Matisse Hamel-Nelis shares her experience at the a11yTO Camp. Lawrence Gunther reflects on his experience at the Canon accessible photography exhibit ‘World Unseen.' Plus, Rabia Khedr explores the impact of war on disability. This is the April 9, 2024, episode.
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Weekly News Quiz- April 9, 2024
There in another edition of the news quiz! Contestants Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Alex Smyth put their knowledge to the test!
Apr 09, 2024•13 min
Lovepreet’s Climb to the Top
Award-winning athlete Lovepreet Deo will soon embark on a new challenge to climb to top of the Memorial Stairs in Calgary. Lovepreet tells you all about her anticipated journey.
Apr 09, 2024•10 min
Impact of War on Disability
The wars in Ukraine and Gaza have had profound effects on people acquiring disabilities. Rabia Khedr explores the impact of war on disability in the short-term and long-term.
Apr 09, 2024•12 min
“World Unseen” Exhibit
Canon Europe ran an accessible photography exhibit called ‘World Unseen’ in London England. Lawrence Gunther reflects on his experience at the exhibit.
Apr 09, 2024•16 min
A11yTO Camp
The a11yTO Camp took place over the weekend in Toronto. Matisse Hamel-Nelis was there and shares some of her takeaways from the event.
Apr 09, 2024•14 min
Episode 1004: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Canada is making a big investment into artificial intelligence. Michelle McQuigge gives you the details. The total Solar Eclipse is happening this afternoon. Shaun Preece from Double Tap describes some accessible options for you to experience the rare event. Plus, the “Tripping on Air” podcast has a new episode coming out on the pros and cons of complaining about MS. Host Ardra Sheppard tells you all about it! This is the April 8, 2024, episode.
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 45 min
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