something for everyone on today’s show … We start with a catch up with Mayor Steven Del Duca of Vaughan and move to a very important ‘expiry date’ check – one that could save your life. Ryan Schell - Chief Fire Prevention Officer for Central York Fire Services will join us to explain. Plus, we’ll give the *goat* a little love …not ‘the greatest of all time’ kind of goat but the actual animals – raised by York Region resident Ian Matthews as an eco-friendly solution to environmental concerns. Als...
Jun 28, 2025•59 min•Ep. 445
In today’s show, we have our usual excellent roster of guests covering topics that span what’s trending, what to do with your free time, some health news and what you need to know that is happening in your world. The people bringing us these stories include: Benn Barrantes, CEO, ONBARR Conference Teresa Di Felice, of the CAA with a study of pedestrian safety that might surprise you; Fiona Su, President of the Canadian Arts and Wellness Alliance talking about Dance on Yonge 2025; Emilie Alderman,...
Jun 21, 2025•57 min•Ep. 444
WE BEGIN …BY CELEBRATING THE FEATURE FILM DEBUT OF A POWERFUL NEW VOICE IN CANADIAN CINEMA. TORONTO-BASED FILMMAKER REBECCAH LOVE’S MOVIE ‘FORTESCUE’ IS DESCRIBED AS A QUIET REFLECTION ON WOMANHOOD, PSYCHOSIS AND FRIENDSHIP, AND TOUCHES ON SOME PRESSING QUESTIONS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH. THE FILM IS FICTIONAL …HOWEVER REBECCA’S PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WITH BIPOLAR DISEASE GIVES HER WORK COMPELLING AUTHENTICITY. TOUGH MUDDER IS A SERIES OF EVENTS WHERE PARTICIPANTS NAVIGATE GRUELLING OBSTACLE COURSES TH...
Jun 14, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 443
The 2025 CAA worst roads campaign has released its annual list ….and you might be surprised which roads *did* and did not make the grade. Government Relations and CAA consultant Brian Pirvu joins us. Cameron Waite is the founder and CEO of Real Life Robotics …here to explain how and why robots are rolling into a neighbourhood near you Laura Lavalee, CEO of Evergreen Hospice, has some firsts to share and an expansion announcement too Plus Trevor Linden, Captain Canuck, looks back at his career an...
Jun 07, 2025•56 min•Ep. 442
Joining us – authors and politicians …community builders and a Canadian music legend and hometown hero. Christian Wehrli has organized a very special walk called the Fairly Trail Walk for Esther and is raising funds for children's books in local libraries in honour of his late sister. We have Dennis Bulani, a Saskatchewan farmer and author who wrote the book - 'What a Farmer Wants You to Know aboutC Food’. Dennis discusses why you should have confidence in the food in stores. Plus Alex Lombardi,...
May 31, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 441
Our guests on the show include: Josh Landau, Director of Government Relations, Ontario, with the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs who speaks with us about the rise in hate crimes in the GTA. Ken Campbell, award winning hockey writer who cuts through the noise surrounding the Maple Leafs heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and hope dashing loss in game seven Plus Mark Kahan from the Canadian Cancer Society with details on the incredible ‘Wheels of Hope’ program, how its helping cancer patients …and...
May 24, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 440
Today – we cover some of the stories that made headlines this week along with a great lineup of guests including: Nicholas Jennings, music journalist, historian and board member for the Toronto Music Experience who speaks to us about the launch of this project. Ontario minister of municipal affairs and housing, Rob Flack, who will share details of a new act designed to cut red tape and speed up home construction. Plus, Karen Todd, Executive Director of the York Region non-profit Bridgenorth, tel...
May 17, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 439
Today – as always - we have a great mix of trending, Insightful, York Region-focussed stories along with A stellar guest list - including: Mike Smith who shares what’s happening at the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame and how you can get involved, plus Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca introduces V aughan Flavours - a new local food festival set for July and August, and We meet Ayami Sato, arguably the best woman baseball player in the world …on the mound in Toronto this weekend and making history too Lo...
May 10, 2025•59 min•Ep. 438
IF YOU ARE A REGULAR LISTENER, YOU WILL KNOW THAT NOT ONLY HAS ANN BEEN MISSING, THE FEED ITSELF HAS BEEN ON HIATUS AS WE RETOOLED AT THE STATION. TODAY’S SHOW MARKS OUR RETURN AND BECAUSE OF THIS WE HAVE SEVERAL GUESTS WHO WILL GET US ALL BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS. WE ARE EXCITED TO BE JOINED BY: CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER OF THE NORTHERN SUPER LEAGUE, A PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S SOCCER ORGANIZATION, DIANA MATHESON DEREK ANDREWS, PERFORMING ARTS MANAGER OF THE AURORA CULTURAL CENTER SHARE...
May 03, 2025•49 min•Ep. 437
Eric Jolliffe, former Chief of York Regional Police; who has taken on the role of Chair and CEO of the Regional Municipality of York, spoke with Ann Rohmer about his responsibilities and goals for the region. Jolliffe talks about his learning curve in his new role, emphasizing the importance of collaborative partnerships and understanding the wide range of services provided by the region. Emily Kelly from Blue Door is with Glynn Perkins to discuss the Coldest Night of the Year initiative, which ...
Feb 15, 2025•57 min•Ep. 436
Ann Rohmer spoke with Adrienne Batra the editor in chief of the Toronto Sun who discusses the implications of Trump's tariffs on Canada and the need for Canada to diversify its trade markets. One of the potential impacts of tariffs is the cost of food. Joining Bailey Higgins is with Tasha Cortese, a Registered Dietitian at Mackenzie Health who provides tips on how to eat healthy on a budget, emphasizing meal planning, using coupons, and incorporating frozen and canned produce. Jim Lang is with P...
Feb 08, 2025•58 min•Ep. 435
Ontario, we are going to the polls in just under a month. Ann Rohmer is with political analyst and host of the "3 Minute Interview", Stephen LeDrew to better understand the what, why, when and where of this snap election. Blue Monday is now in the rearview mirror, but its root cause is still with us. Shaliza Bacchus spoke with Rebecca Shields, CEO of the York Region in South Simcoe Canadian Mental Health Association, about a brand new program launched to minimize the blues. A transportation link...
Feb 01, 2025•55 min•Ep. 434
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas was about to come to fruition last Sunday, but cracks began to appear in the already fragile agreement. Romi Gonen was captured by Hamas on October 7th, 2023, as she tried to escape the Nova Music Festival. Joining Ann Rohmer is Romi's cousin Maureen Leshem who never stopped working toward and believing in Romi's release. Proroguing government is a term that has been vaulted from obscurity into the public consciousness in recent years. Jim Lang is with M...
Jan 25, 2025•58 min•Ep. 433
A dire warning earlier this week from Premier Doug Ford about the possible impact Trump's tariffs could have on our economy, including the potential loss of up to 500,000 jobs here in Ontario. Ann Rohmer is with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business with his views. We often hear of the hate filled rhetoric and bullying that takes place online. Shaliza Bacchus sat down with Anthony Wolch, co-founder of See the Good, who hopes to drown out the negative voc...
Jan 18, 2025•58 min•Ep. 432
The Angus Reid Institute has been tracking the reaction of Canadians to the trials and tribulations of Justin Trudeau these past many months. Ann Rohmer speaks with Dave Korzinski Research Director at the Angus Reid Institute about the results of their most recent poll. According to the recently released RE/Max Canadian housing Market 2025 outlook. The national average residential price is expected to rise 5%, a sellers market will likely dominate this year, and consumer optimism is on the rise....
Jan 11, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 431
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Dec 21, 2024•59 min•Ep. 429
Despite the cheer, the colourful lights and the Holly Jolly movies, many people do not feel merry and bright at this time of year. Ann Rohmer is with Rebecca Shields, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region South Simcoe to discuss why is it that so many of us at this time of the year, or feel sad, lonely left, out, forgotten, unloved and far from jolly. Jim Lang is joined by Leah Taylor Roy MP Aurora Oak Ridges and Richmond Hill to discuss the GST break. Dealing with the illness of ...
Dec 21, 2024•59 min•Ep. 428
The 15th edition of Canada's Food Price Report was released on December the 5th. Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, senior director, Agri-food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University and also project lead on Canada's Food Price Report, 2025. There are many people dealing with Type 1 diabetes, and there's many breakthroughs this country is trying to provide to help people in their day-to-day struggle with T1D. Jim Lang is joined by Jessica Diniz, President, CEO of Breakthrough T1D Canada. T...
Dec 14, 2024•57 min•Ep. 427
Artificial intelligence is finding its way into many aspects of our lives these days, including healthcare. Ann Rohmer is joined by Dr. Kristy Prouse, Chief Medical Officer at Regenalife to explain A.I.'s role in medicine and what it could mean for our healthcare in the future. Shaliza Bacchus is with Sarah and Emily Dahlgren, two sisters who founded the Bradford Christmas, a registered charity that raises money for charities across Ontario. Coding for Veterans is an inspiring organization that ...
Dec 07, 2024•56 min•Ep. 426
Ann Rohmer is with Habitat for Humanity, Canada's CEO Pedro Barretta to discuss the recent stunning survey released by Habitat for Humanity Canada about the affordable housing crisis, focusing on the challenges faced by so many when it comes to making ends meet. Recent photos of garbage within the backdrop of pristine beauty and Rouge National Urban Park have shocked York region. Glenn Perkins speaks with Jacob Shaddock, Compliance Officer for Rouge National Urban Park. According to a 2024 study...
Nov 30, 2024•53 min•Ep. 425
Ann Rohmer speaks with Wayne Emerson who announced his retirement from the Regional Municipality of York. He will be hanging up his hat on November 29th, 39 years after first tossing it into the political ring. Ann Rohmer is with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, who is marking the midway point of his first term as the Mayor of the City of Vaughan. Henry Wolfond is a very accomplished Canadian who is about to add 'Rocket-Man' to his resume. JIm Lang explains. On July the 16th, 1980 remains were fou...
Nov 23, 2024•57 min•Ep. 424
November is domestic abuse awareness month. Here in Canada, one organization has launched a campaign called Taking Your Breath Away. Ann Rohmer is with Jaspreet Gill, Executive Director of the York Region Centre for Community Safety to discuss. A.I. is both feared and embraced for the opportunities it creates. IMSTA FESTA makes the case that artists are empowered to do more using not only technology, but A.I. Shaliza Bacchus speaks with Ray Williams to discuss how A.I. is designed to free up art...
Nov 16, 2024•55 min•Ep. 423
Ann Rohmer is with the Honorable Edith Dumont to discuss the importance of Remembrance Day and why it is important that we pay tribute to those who fought and died for our freedoms while also honoring the veterans who are still with us today. The Unionville Men's Hockey Club is a dedicated group of men and women who have been playing hockey for a lot of years and they do a lot of good in the community with their Hockey with Heart initiative. Jim Lang speaks with Brent Smith to discuss. Are you w...
Nov 09, 2024•52 min•Ep. 422
With just a few days until the answer to the question of who will be the next President of the United States, Ann Rohmer speaks with MSNBC's Ali Velshi on his perspective. Ann Rohmer is joined by Adam Gordon, President of Gordon's Downsizing and Estate Services to discuss a new real estate trend with move managers taking the stress out of downsizing for seniors and their families. According to a new survey, salary is the main reason employees are seeking a new role. Tina Cortez is with Trina Cas...
Nov 02, 2024•57 min•Ep. 421
The updated fall winter COVID vaccine will be available to anyone six months of age or older this coming Monday, October the 28th. So exactly what will it protect against? Are Canadians still interested in rolling up their sleeves to protect against COVID-19? Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Isaac Bogoch; an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto in the Department of Medicine, and an Infectious Diseases specialist to answer these questions and many more. Emergency situations are always different...
Oct 26, 2024•54 min•Ep. 420
Canada's fertility rate was at its lowest level in recorded history for the second year in a row in 2023. Are we in the midst of a birth rate crisis? What are the reasons behind lagging birth rates here in Canada? And what does our future look like as a result? Ann Rohmer is joined by Dave Korzinski, Research Director - Angus Reid to explain a very telling survey by the Angus Reid Institute. Ann Rohmer has the monthly check in with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca Glynn Perkins is with Filomena Tas...
Oct 19, 2024•46 min•Ep. 419
Ann Rohmer is joined by Jeanne Beker to talk about her most recent life journey, parallel journeys actually; her battle with breast cancer and the writing of her new memoir, Heart on my Sleeve. October is breast cancer awareness month, Tina Cortese is with Laura to discuss her breast cancer journey. Ann Rohmer speaks with Sep Assadian VP founder Success Venture Lab about the Hard Tech Summit, which is being billed as Canada's premier event for innovation in hardware, semiconductors, Med tech, AI...
Oct 12, 2024•54 min•Ep. 418
Ann Rohmer is with Maureen Leshem. Her cousin, Romy Gonen, just 24 years old, was kidnapped by Hamas while she was attending a music festival in Israel almost a year ago. While the world waits, worries and wonders, we ask where do we go from here? Noah Shack, VP of Countering Anti-semitism and Hate with the United Jewish Appeal (UJA) Federation of Greater Toronto speaks with Ann Rohmer. Minor hockey in Ontario is introducing the Green Arm band this season to address the issue of abuse of officia...
Oct 05, 2024•51 min•Ep. 417
Monday, September 30th, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the children who never returned home and the survivors of residential schools, as well as their families in communities across the country and here in York Region, Canadians will gather to reflect and remember Tina Cortese is with Kim Wheeler, producer and co-host of A Day to Listen to discuss it's creation. Georgina Island First Nation cultural coordinator Vicky Wolske joins Tina Cortese to discuss the...
Sep 28, 2024•52 min•Ep. 416
