Ontario Today Phone-Ins from CBC Radio

Callers tell us about how the ban might work for the kids in their lives and we hear from child development and technology expert Sara Grimes. She is the Wolfe Chair in Scientific and Technological Literacy at McGill University. We also hear input from Emma Duerden, the Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders.

We hear from callers about what they're noticing on this issue and some of its effects on students and staff. Our guests are Kelly Gallagher-Mackay, an associate professor of law and society at Wilfrid Laurier University who researches education, and Jeff Maharaj, president of the Ontario Principals Council.

We hear about the protest against a new data centre planned for Hamilton and callers weigh in on what makes them hesitant about more data centres here in the province. Our guests are Trent University's Anne Pasek, Canada Research Chair in Media, Culture and the Environment, Nick Tsergas who protested against the Hamilton data centre and Craig McLellan, CEO of the Canadian data centre and cloud storage company, ThinkOn.

CBC senior business reporter Anis Heydari lays out the current state of the real estate and housing market in the GTA, and what to expect in the coming months.

Our gardening expert Paul Zammit starts the show by telling us all about vertical gardening, and which vine plants are best to avoid. He also takes your gardening questions.

How couples and families connect the first 2SLGBTQ+ weddings to their own love story with guests Elaine Vautour, who married her partner Anne in 2001, and Rev. Deana Dudley also shares her stories as an officiant to some of those first gay marriages in Canada.

From being a census volunteer, to finding your ancestors, to getting a business loan. Callers share their census stories with Geoff Bowlby, Assistant Chief Statistician at Statistics Canada.

We hear your stories about dealing with caregiver burnout and speak with Stephanie Muskat, a social worker who provides therapy to caregivers. We also hear from James Janeiro from the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence about the latest findings on the pressure caregivers are under.

Your stories searching for primary care with Dr. Tara Kiran, family doctor and research scientist at St. Michael's Hospital. We also hear from researcher Andrew Longhurst about the latest report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives on primary care access in Canada.

A new slate of government ads highlight the province's public safety record. Callers who have supported Premier Doug Ford weigh in on whether they are a good use of taxpayer dollars. Our guest is Sabrina Nanji, founder of the Queen's Park Observer.

Our gardening expert Paul Zammit starts the show by telling us about the Ontario Tree of The Year, an annual pageant that honours the most majestic tree in the province. He also takes your gardening questions.

We hear how artificial intelligence is changing the way people are finding and landing jobs. Our guest is Tim Lang, president and CEO of Youth Employment Services.

Callers share their experiences getting GLP-1 medications including the new generic Ozempic and we hear from endocrinologist Dr. Tamara Spaic with St. Joseph's Health Care London.

Your stories about why some boys are lagging behind their female peers in school with Louis Volante, a distinguished professor of educational studies at Brock University. Also joining us for his take is Carl James, Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community and Diaspora at York University.

David Shellnutt, the Biking Lawyer, talks about the province's proposed changes to e-bikes and callers weigh in. We also hear from Michael Pasquali, founder of the Canadian Electric Bicycle Association and owner of an e-bike shop.

Paul Zammit starts the conversations talking about invasive plants to watch for in the gardens this year, then takes your calls. Paul is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

Callers tell us how they have managed to snag seats for a game, and we hear from Simon Houpt, The Globe and Mail's reporter who covers the business side of sports.

We hear from truck drivers and other road users about a recent auditor general's report that found big gaps in the way commercial truck drivers are trained in Ontario. OUr guest is Shelley Walker, a long-time truck driver and CEO of the Women's Trucking Federation of Canada.

Dermatologist Dr. Mark Kirchhof, president of the Canadian Dermatology Association, hears your stories.

Collective efforts to pull our attention back from our devices and the multi-billion dollar engineering devoted to keeping us locked in. Our guest is D. Graham Burnett, calls it human fracking. He is co-editor and co-author of Attensity!: A Manifesto of the Attention Liberation Movement.

Health authorities around the world are watching two outbreaks unfold -- an outbreak of Hantavirus and an Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo. We dig into the risk and we hear your questions about the diseases. Our guest is Toronto infectious disease specialist Dr. Allison McGeer.

May long weekend is often a busy one for gardeners, adding plants to gardens and pots for the summer ahead. Paul shares some tips on how to care for our new plant friends and takes your gardening questions. Paul Zammit is a professor of horticulture and environmental studies at Niagara College.

With skyrocketing costs and airline fuel shortages, Ontarians share the sacrifices and corners cut, but also alternatives that are saving summer. Hear their stories with tips and hacks from the CAA's Kaitlynn Furse.

Intimate stories with Globe and Mail investigative reporter, Kathryn Blaze Baum, who has just published a book about her personal journey: In Fertility: The Story of a Miracle and the Big Business Behind It.

Municipalities in Ontario are considering crackdowns on panhandling in some intersections. You weigh in with Kaite Burkholder Harris, co-chair of the Ontario Alliance to End Homelessness, and we hear from Windsor Coun. Renaldo Agostino.

After two Burlington women were found guilty in the murder of a 12-year-old boy and the torture of his brother in their care, we hear from the province's former child and youth advocate, Irwin Elman and we hear from Children's Aid Society worker Mel Barnett.

Callers share their views on the province's decision to expand enforcement against drug use on Ontario's major public transit systems. Andrew Pulsifer, executive director of TTCRiders hears your stories.

Paul Zammit starts the conversation talking about the plants you can grow to save money on food costs. Paul is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

Just before Mother's day, Ontario parents describe their challenges with guest Erica Djossa, author of the book: "Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More."

With rising gas AND grocery costs and out-of-reach home prices, we hear from people about the struggle to reach or maintain their dream of middle class life with Paul Kershaw, founder of Generation Squeeze.

From her international work, to her review of the Canadian military, and more, we hear from people who share their experiences working with Louise Arbour. Our guest is CBC Parliament Hill senior writer Aaron Wherry.

The federal government has introduced an incentive program for employers and young people interested in the career.

A flip-flop on the purchase of a jet and other political challenges is the backdrop to falling poll numbers for Doug Ford and the party. Toronto Star Queen's Park bureau chief Rob Benzie hears from PC supporters.

From perennials that are peak performers to the latest tools and gadgets, our gardening expert Paul Zammit shares some top picks for moms with green thumbs.

On May 1st people vying for a seat on council or school board can start filing their nomination papers. The President of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario hears their stories.

Your stories with Dr. Peter Selby, physician and lead in the development of chat bots for mental health at the Intrepid Lab at the Centre for Addication and Mental Health.

A new report from Statistics Canada suggests one in three recent immigrants with postsecondary qualifications reported being overqualified for their job. While improving, it's still much higher than other Canadians. We hear your stories with Rupa Banerjee, Canada Research Chair in the Economic Inclusion of Canada's Immigrants.

Canada's Taxpayers' Ombudsperson Francois Boileau responds to your experiences and frustrations.

We hear about your experiences trying to access an HPV vaccine for yourself or your kids. Our guest is psychologist and assistant professor with the University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Gilla Shapiro.

With the spring weather, you might be tempted to put out some annuals. Our regular gardening expert Paul Zammit is here to talk about what to do if the temperatures suddenly plummet.

We hear about alcohol use in provincial parks and whether the province's move to allow drinking in places like picnic areas and beaches is a good idea or not. Our guest for the hour is "Happy Camper" Kevin Callan, outdoors author and advocate.

Statistics suggest fewer Canadians are deciding not to start a family. Your stories with Sarah Brauner-Otto, sociology professor and former director of the Centre on Population Dynamics at McGill University.