Adrienne Batra / Jean Augustine / Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) / Tymaz / Canada Helps / Turkish Community Heritage Centre / Major General (Retired) Scott Clancy
Feb 18, 2023•52 min•Ep. 333
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Episode description
- Ann Rohmer speaks with Adrienne Batra, the former communications director for Rob Ford, now editor in chief of the Toronto Sun, who weighs in on the John Tory admission last Friday and explores what could be next.
- Ann Rohmer has an enlightening conversation with Jean Augustine, the first African Canadian woman elected to the house of commons and how her motion in the mid 90s lead to the creation of Black History Month.
- Shaliza Bacchus has information on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), which is a crucial component of an inclusive workplace environment and corporate culture, both during Black History Month and throughout the year, and it must start with education and intention from the top down.
- Cristina Lavecchia is with local artist Tymaz, who released his debut album "Heavenly" and is booked for a performance at the Ritz Carlton for the upcoming Sick Kids Gala.
- Tina Cortese looks at the Canada Helps organization, which has launched its Crisis Relief Centre; a credible and safe way for Canadians to donate to the victims of the quake in Syria and Turkey.
- Jim Lang is with the Turkish Community Heritage Centre based in Richmond Hill. They discuss how they are supporting the victims post earthquake.
- Kevin Frankish is with Major General (Retired) Scott Clancy to discuss the recent incidents of "Flying objects", the decision to shoot them down and the questions that still remain
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