Podcasts about Muskrat Falls

Send us a textGale Force Wins: A Farewell Conversation with Premier Dr. Andrew FureyIn this episode of Gale Force Wins, Gerry Carew and Alan Dale sit down with Premier Andrew Furey for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation as he prepares to step down and return to his surgical career.Premier Furey reflects on the emotional night he became Premier, the challenges of leading during a pandemic and fiscal crisis, and the major milestones his government achieved — from Muskrat Falls negotiations and fiscal recovery to healthcare transformation, education reform, green energy development, and bringing the Unknown Soldier home.He speaks candidly about the importance of teamwork, service, and staying true to a long-term vision amidst the daily noise of politics. Premier Furey also shares his pride in Newfoundland and Labrador's future, his excitement for returning to medicine, and his lasting message of optimism to the people of the province.An emotional, inspiring, and historic conversation you won't want to miss.0:00 – Introduction0:29 –The night DR. Andrew Furey became Premier: emotions and family impact2:08 – First day as Premier: pandemic, fiscal crisis, Muskrat Falls3:50 – Building a leadership vision during crisis5:01 – Key priorities: fiscal stewardship, Muskrat Falls, demographics, energy, innovation, healthcare6:46 – Transitioning from surgery to politics7:59 – Teamwork lessons from medicine applied to leadership9:39 – Urging more professionals to enter politics10:27 – Importance of public service12:10 – Emotional experience of repatriating the Unknown Soldier16:20 – Public reaction at repatriation ceremony17:47 – Reflection on leadership: leaving the province better20:05 – Major achievements: Muskrat Falls deal, financial turnaround, Future Fund22:08 – Economic diversification: hydrogen, tech, critical minerals23:06 – Health care reform: single health authority, ambulance services, family care teams24:23 – Poverty reduction and targeted basic income programs26:04 – Pride in accomplishments and momentum for the province28:04 – Education investments: new exams, curriculum updates29:53 – Churchill Falls renegotiation: strategic approach and success32:33 – Structure of new Churchill Falls deal explained36:39 – Transparency and public consultation on Churchill deal38:10 – A combination of lessons learned from past mistakes39:00 – Returning to surgery: renewed appreciation for medicine40:12 – Future possibilities beyond politics40:36 – Final message to Newfoundland and Labrador: optimism and pride42:46 – Closing remarksGale Force Wins started out simply as an inspirational podcast releasing episodes wherever you get your podcasts every Tuesday evening. We continue to do that every Tuesday but have expanded into custom content for clients. We also have perfected a conference and trade show offering where you can receive over 20 videos edited and posted to social media at the same time the event is unfolding.For businesses and organizations we also create digital content quickly and efficiently.Visit our services page here:https://galeforcewins.com/servicesTo message Gerry visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrycarew/To message Allan visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanadale/

How did Labrador fare in the Muskrat Falls project? Labrador MP Yvonne Jones shares her thoughts on why Labrador didn't get the benefits it should have. She joined us in our studio to reflect on her 30 year old political career after she announced she won't be running in the next federal election. This is the final part of a two part conversation.

As the House of Assembly debate on the Churchill Falls MOU continued on Wednesday, Lorraine Michael was having flashbacks. In 2012, Michael was the leader of the province's NDP. She opposed the Muskrat Falls project and even led an 86-hour filibuster to try to stop it from being approved. Now she's watching the Churchill Falls debate, and it feels very familiar.

Last week the provincial government announced it's signing a new deal with Quebec that will change the face of energy production in Newfoundland and Labrador. The plan is to increase the rate of return this province receives from Churchill Falls power, as well as move ahead on developing Gull Island. To find out what it all means for local electricity production, including from Muskrat Falls and proposed wind farms, we spoke with Andrew Parsons the provincial minister of industry, energy and technology.

Ron Penney, former provincial deputy minister of justice, is cautiously optimistic that the new Churchill Falls contract would be beneficial for the province, but he wants more details made public so we know we're getting the best deal.

Send us a textJoin us for a powerful conversation with Minister Fred Hutton at The Rooms as we delve into the historic agreement that will shape Newfoundland and Labrador's future. From tearing up the 1969 Upper Churchill Contract to securing a $1 billion annual revenue for the next 17 years, this deal is a game-changer. Minister Hutton shares his pride in the government's leadership, the collaboration with Quebec, and the long-term impact for future generations. With opportunities in energy, mining, hydrogen, and tourism, the province is on the cusp of a bright new era.

An equipment issue at Muskrat Falls caused a widespread power outage yesterday afternoon. According to a statement from NL Hydro, testing at Muskrat Falls caused a trip in the system. Power was restored to most customers within half an hour. VP of Engineering, and NL System Operator at NL Hydro Rob Collett joined us on the line today to explain what happened.

At their Annual General Meeting in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro tried to untangle how it's recording hundreds of millions in profits from Muskrat Falls... despite the deep financial woes of the project. NL Hydro President and CEO Jennifer Williams spoke with reporters in a scrum, including CBC's Patrick Butler.

This week, our guest is Jennifer Williams, President and CEO of Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. Hydro manages Newfoundland and Labrador's electricity system, generating and transmitting most of the province's electricity, and exporting electricity to other parts of Canada and the United States. Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro operates several hydroelectric plants, including the Churchill Falls Generation Station in Labrador, which has a capacity of nearly 5,500 MW and is among the top ten hydro dams in the world outside of China. The utility has also recently commissioned Muskrat Falls, with a capacity of 824 MW. Here are some of the questions Peter and Jackie ask Jennifer: What percentage of the electricity generated in the province is exported? Is Muskrat Falls operating at full capacity now, including the undersea transmission lines? What were some of the reasons for the high cost of Muskrat Falls?  Can you discuss Churchill Falls, the technical achievement of building the project, and the contract that set a low power price for 70 years? How much potential is there to develop additional generation in the province?  Do you anticipate green hydrogen projects operating in the region? From your perspective, why was the Atlantic Loop transmission project scaled back? Are you concerned about the draft Clean Electricity Regulations legislation, which proposes net- zero electricity by 2035?  Content referenced in this podcast:  The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) commissioned a report on the economic impact of the federal government's proposed oil gas emissions cap on the conventional oil and gas industry  Muskrat Falls Inquiry Website Supreme Court of Canada Judgment:  Churchill Falls (Labrador) Corp. v. Hydro‑Québec  Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/  Check us out on social media:  X (Twitter): @arcenergyinst LinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas Podcast Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify  

We find out how Muskrat Falls has increased costs for Nova Scotia Power - and what the Nova Scotia government is proposing to help the power company - when we speak with a CBC reporter in Halifax. (Anthony Germain with Paul Withers)

Waterpower is Canada's most abundant renewable resource, providing 60 per cent of our electricity. But here's the big question: as Canada looks to an emissions-free future, how can waterpower, one of the oldest power sources on the planet, help us get there? And what do we need to consider? To learn more about our hydroelectric future, we sat down with Gilbert Bennett, President and CEO of WaterPower Canada. Tune in.   Related links   Gilbert Bennett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilbert-bennett-86166529/ WaterPower Canada: https://waterpowercanada.ca/  Hydro Ottawa: https://hydroottawa.com/en To subscribe using Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinkenergy/id1465129405   To subscribe using Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7wFz7rdR8Gq3f2WOafjxpl   To subscribe on Libsyn: http://thinkenergy.libsyn.com/ --- Subscribe so you don't miss a video on YouTube   Follow along on Instagram   Stay in the know on Facebook   Keep up with the posts on X (Formerly Twitter) --- Transcript: Dan Seguin  00:06 This is thinkenergy, the podcast that helps you better understand the fast-changing world of energy through conversations with game changers, industry leaders, and influencers. So, join me, Dan Seguin, as I explore both traditional and unconventional facets of the energy industry. Hey everyone, Happy New Year and welcome back. Here's a fun fact. Canada's electricity sector is one of the cleanest in the world when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions. Now today, we're going to focus on one of the oldest power sources on the planet. Hydropower generates power when flowing water spins a wheel or turbine. It was used by farmers as far back as ancient Greece for mechanical tasks like grinding grain. Canada's oldest hydroelectric generating station that still is in operation today was commissioned right here in Canada's nation's capital in 1891. Generating Station Number 2 is located on Victoria Island in the heart of downtown Ottawa is a stone's throw away from Parliament Hill. It's been providing clean, renewable electricity for more than 130 years. While hydroelectricity first powered our great city and country, it was fossil fuels that quickly became the dominant energy source during the Industrial Age of the 20th century, until nuclear power arrived on the scene in the early 1960s. Now, because Canada is a water rich country, it's not surprising that our water power is our most abundant renewable resource, providing 60% of our country's total electricity. That means six out of every 10 homes in Canada are powered by water. This makes Canada the third largest generator of hydroelectricity in the world, after China and Brazil. To reduce Canada's emissions of greenhouse gasses that cause climate change, we must continue to increase the amount of zero emissions electricity we produce and strategically reduce our reliance on fossil fuels in other sectors. So here is today's big question. Can one of the world's oldest renewable power sources play a major role in Canada's Net Zero future? So, joining us today on the podcast is Gilbert Bennett. He is the president and CEO of WaterPower Canada, founded in 1998. WaterPower Canada is the national nonprofit trade association dedicated to representing the water power industry. Gilbert, welcome to the show.   Gilbert Bennett  03:21 Good morning, Daniel. Great to be here.   Dan Seguin  03:23 Now, you've joined WaterPower Canada at a very interesting time where there's a lot of national and international conversations about developments in hydroelectricity, as countries strive to meet their net zero targets. What is your vision on how water power Canada can participate in Canada's energy transformation and decarbonization?   Gilbert Bennett  03:49 So, we at WaterPower Canada represent the Canadian hydro electric industry, so the owners and operators were the vast majority of the Canadian hydropower fleet. So all the major utilities are members of the association. And we also have our industry partners that design manufacturing constructs for the industry. So given the hydropower provided, over 60% of Canada's electricity supply is going to be the backbone of the electricity industry for decades to come. Our role is to make sure that industry, governments, and the federal government, in particular, understand the important role that we play in the electricity system, and why hydropower is a key advantage of building a renewable future for Canada. So we're going to be aware that we're the dominant renewable supply for the Canadian electricity system. We have important value that's provided in terms of reliability. And I guess the ability to integrate other renewables in the system. So, we're going to be here for decades. We're going to be playing a major role in that transformation and the decarbonization of our economy.   Dan Seguin  04:57 Now, what's the value proposition that hydroelectric power brings to a clean, affordable and NetZero future?   05:07 Right. So, most importantly, we have key attributes. And I sort of touched on that in our last question there, we're firm and reliable. So, think about hydropower, just firm generation, there's water in the reservoir, we're going to be producing power at the power plant. It's not a question of is the wind blowing, is the sun shining? It's long term, high capacity, firm generation. And when I think about high-capacity storage for hydropower, in larger, the larger hydro systems, we're talking about 1000s of megawatts of power generation, delivered for months on end with large reservoir storage. So that's an important attribute that contributes to the reliability of our Canadian electricity system. And secondly, is dispatchable. So, we can adjust output of the plant as necessary to meet needs as they change your day to day order in order to balance out the deliveries from other renewables. So, in the absence of a fossil fuel fleet, hydropower with those capabilities is really important for us to maintain reliability and deliveries on our electricity system.   Dan Seguin  06:18 Gilbert, some people still believe that investments in renewable energy translate to higher electricity costs. But I read on your website that provinces with the highest hydropower installed capacity have the lowest electricity costs, perhaps you can break down why that is and what you think the public should know about hydropower that they may not already know.   Gilbert Bennett  06:48 So, if we look at the provinces of Canada with the highest installed base hydropower, they have facilities that were built with large scale capacity and large-scale storage, and they were built in the 60s and 70s. And they still operate reliably today. So, we look back to sort of the major construction that happened in the Canadian hydropower sector. Several decades ago, those long-term reliable assets are now producing really low cost energy, a lot of financing has been addressed from those facilities, and they have low operating costs, the cost of maintaining those facilities is, is a lot lower than the cost of building new ones today. So those those legacy assets are really important contributors to the low rates, we see in the, what I'll call the hydro dependent jurisdictions.   Dan Seguin  07:37 Very insightful. Thanks, Gilbert. Now, I know water power, Canada has commissioned some research projects. Can you maybe talk about some of those, and what makes them important to your sector and your goals?   Gilbert Bennett  07:53 So those studies, and there were four of them that were completed through last year with important financial support from Natural Resources Canada, and fortunately, they address some important topics to discuss hydropower in general. So, the first one deals with this question that we just talked about, what's the role that hydropower facilities play in ensuring reliable service for customers. So now we're getting into some technical points, inertia load, following regulation, frequency and voltage control. So those are things that customers don't think about and don't have to worry about, because they're really important questions or system operators, the people who manage and operate electricity grids. So, it's important for policymakers who are drafting the rules through the electricity sector to understand that these capabilities are essential to delivering reliable service. And in the absence of fossil generation, delivering those capabilities to a large extent is going to fall to the hydro fleet. It's important to understand the services that are uniquely provided by hydro facilities, some of the variable renewables don't have these capabilities. And the services that are provided by the hydro fleet are going to be much more important in the future as we retire the fossil fuel fleet across Canada. So that's, that's the first one. The second study looked at the potential for pumped storage hydro in Canada. And that's a topic that we haven't talked about a lot. It's a mature technology that's used in many places in the world. But with our conventional hydropower fleet here in Canada, we haven't had to worry about too much, but it is becoming an issue as a way to store energy from variable renewables and make it available when needed factor projects under consideration in Ontario. Today, there are two major projects in Ontario, one led by OPG and Northland power, and the TC energy's project in Georgian Bay is another one that probably would be familiar to listeners in Ontario for sure. There are also projects in Alberta. They're looking at that technology. So potential for pump storage as a large-scale storage opportunity to firm up variable renewables. It's an important topic elsewhere in the world. And it's one that we thought would be useful to highlight attention here in Canada. Third study looks at the potential for updating our existing facilities to increase the output of those facilities. So, we've identified 1000s of megawatts of potential that can be realized by replacing the existing turbines and generators and existing plants. So, the point here is that we're using existing dams, reservoirs and structures, while updating the technology inside the plant. So that's a cost-effective way to increase the efficiency of the plant or to increase capacity on the grid. And then finally, the last report looks at the cost of energy from previous generation sources. And we introduced the point here that variable renewables are inexpensive energy sources, but there are additional costs that will be incurred in the electricity systems making them dispatchable and available. And those are, those are features that are built into hydro generation. So, we want to raise the point here that the grid services that I talked about a second ago, need to be factored in when we're comparing various generation sources. So these points are really important for policymakers to understand, well, they're drafting the rules for the industry, and ultimately, for the services that our customers are gonna be relying on. Lots and lots of detail there. And if anybody's interested in taking a look at those reports, are all posted on our website at waterpowercanada.ca.   Dan Seguin  11:28 Okay, I really like this next question here. What are some projects and innovations that you're seeing from your members that you feel may usher in a new era for waterpower?   Gilbert Bennett  11:42 I think we look back at our aspirational goal in Canada to be net zero by 2050. So, talk about that on a fairly regular basis. Various experts have said that we'll need to double our electricity supply to achieve that goal. So just think about that for a second 25 or 30 years, we're going to rebuild the industry that's taken 125 years to build the infrastructure Canada that we have today. So, you know, that's a daunting challenge. And I think it'd be the first sign of the scale of that effort is probably from Hydro Quebec, where they've indicated that they plan to spend somewhere between 155 and $185 billion dollars on their electricity system between now and 2035, in order to set the stage and Quebec to be net zero by 2050. That level of investment, that scale of development of their electricity system, I think is a huge one. And it's one that if we're going to achieve our or aspirational goal is going to be replicated in multiple jurisdictions when we look at significant investments required to set the stage to electrify our economy. So that in itself is a, you know, is a hugely important error for I see the electricity sector in general, feel comfortable saying that water power is going to be an important piece of that.   Dan Seguin  13:07 Now, if memory serves me right, your organization released a collection of success stories of partnerships between utilities, energy companies, indigenous businesses, and organizations affiliated with First Nations. Gilbert, what can you tell us about the path forward? And its intersection is clean energy and reconciliation?   Gilbert Bennett  13:34 Right. So that report, branding indigenous businesses is also on our website. And it's a collection of case studies from members from our member companies that provide concrete examples of how WaterPower Canada member companies are working with indigenous businesses, First Nations, both as partners and owners and developers of projects. So, I think in the context of reconciliation, it should be fairly clear that projects and activities that happen on traditional land should benefit people who you know, who own that land. And here we have some specific examples of how things can be done and are being done to benefit indigenous communities and businesses. So, it's the way we need to move forward with development. It's an opportunity to work together, it's an opportunity to jointly understand issues, opportunities, challenges with projects, and to really come to a common understanding of how to do business together, both between, you know, our member companies and indigenous communities, important step forward. And I think the way things are going to be done in the future.   Dan Seguin  14:43 Okay, moving on to some challenges. It seems that the International Energy Agency expects hydropower generation to increase 50% by 2040. Is the hydropower sector, like many, having difficulty attracting new talent? What are the ways your sector is working to entice youth to consider hydroelectricity to keep up with the growing demand?   Gilbert Bennett  15:14 So, this is a huge challenge for not just our industry, but the Canadian economy in general, we have a retiring workforce, as our population ages. And we're not replacing people across multiple sectors in our economy. Certainly, an issue in the trades for construction and operations. So, a concern in engineering is a concern in most professions, that we're not replacing our workforce. And for our industry, we have a couple of associations that are really focused on this question. So, shout out for electricity, Human Resources, Canada here, they are playing a key role in highlighting opportunities, and reasons why people who are entering the workforce, you know, should look at a career in our sector. It's a common theme from trade unions to say, look, you know, here are these unionized positions, and the trades and the construction trades. And then the operating trades are high paying jobs, they have great working conditions. And they're a great way to build people's career. And it's probably something that we haven't talked about for a long time. These are ways to highlight opportunities in the industry, apprentice programs on projects are another way to highlight opportunities to get people entering the workforce. And then finally, you can link back to our discussion on indigenous communities where training, education, employment opportunities associated with projects are available for residents in nearby communities. But that's as most project developers today would look at that as a key way to both build workforce, and to build economic capability in the, in the communities where they're doing work. It's a big challenge. And we certainly have to, you know, find ways to get people into the trains to get things done. We're going to be talking about this one a lot.   Dan Seguin  17:04 Now, I'm curious to find out what makes our hydropower unique, isn't our production generation water rich reserves, or our cold climate that sets Canada's hydropower apart from other countries?   Gilbert Bennett  17:20 So, first of all, we look at the resource that we have, we have 7% of the world's renewable freshwater. So, 7% of the water that falls on the face of the planet, lands in Canada, and we have 5% of the world's population. So those were important to have the raw resources in the first place. So that certainly we have that in spades, but also the large landmass, we have favorable topography for hydropower sites, so the right to the terrain and most of Canada is favorable to hydropower development. We're a large country with a small population, but lots of water. So, we have a great resource. And I think that that's probably the key reason why we've, you know, got to where we are.   Dan Seguin  18:08 Okay, that's good, Gilbert. Now, do you expect hydropower to remain Canada's largest source of reliable, renewable power for the foreseeable future? What is something you want the government to know right now about how investing in hydroelectricity can help it achieve its netzero goals?   Gilbert Bennett  18:32 Okay, so the first, the first most important point is that the attributes of your hydropower fleet, the technical capabilities are really important in continuing to ensure that electricity, services for customers are reliable, cost effective and renewable. Now, our future is going to be all in with every non emitting and renewable option. So hydro, wind, solar, nuclear, hydrogen, all of these alternatives to fossil fuels, and others are going to be critical for us to achieve our net zero, or near zero aspiration. Hydro today is the backbone of our fleet. It has important services, and it's important to glue the rest of the system together. So that's probably the most important point and then we would say that development of hydropower facilities are long term investments, they have long term development cycles. So we need to be able to find ways to move forward with project approvals with upgrades with expansions you know that deliver low cost service to customers. Now we also recommend with note that our generator members are either major utilities or their producers themselves. So, getting the maximum value from our assets is going to be really important as well and the industry is going to continue to look at existing assets to see how we can get more out of those. So that may be increasing the capacity of sites using, you know, improving efficiency, being strategic about where you know where projects get built. And then finally understanding where hydro fits compared to other technologies. And there's a given that there will be opportunities for those other technologies to play important roles in this electricity system as well. When we look at sort of doubling the electricity system, there's going to be a lot of investment all around. And I think what we would say is that, you know, back to the fundamental point, hydropower is the backbone of the generating fleet in Canada. And it provides, you know, key services that are going to be needed now, well into the future.   Dan Seguin  20:35 Finally, Gilbert, we always end our interviews with some rapid-fire questions. We've got some new ones for you. Are you ready?   Gilbert Bennett  20:44 Let's go. Okay.   Dan Seguin  20:46 What are you reading right now?   Gilbert Bennett  20:48 Nothing on the bookshelf today. So, I will say the last binge read I had was on vacation last summer, and it would have been one of Tom Clancy novels.   Dan Seguin  20:57 Okay, good. Now, Gilbert, what would you name your boat? If you had one? Or maybe you do have one?   Gilbert Bennett  21:04 I don't. We don't have one. This one is a standing family joke. The name of the boat would be Ylime, which is my daughter Emily's name spelled backwards. That's a standing joke for a while with the family.   Dan Seguin  21:18 Here's another question, Gilbert. Who is someone that you truly admire?   Gilbert Bennett  21:23 All right, so let's look back in history to someone who dealt with challenges on a similar scale to what we're talking about now. And I think I'd have to look to maybe someone like General Leslie Groves, from the Manhattan Project. So those of you have seen Oppenheimer would have a pretty clear handle about how he got things moving to that project.   Dan Seguin  21:46 Okay, moving on here. What is the closest thing to real magic that you've witnessed?   Gilbert Bennett  21:52 Oh wow. Okay, so I'm an electrical engineer. So, some real things are more like magic to a lot of people. I would say for me, 15 years of effort of the Muskrat Falls project in Labrador, close to the breaker to put the first unit online, looks like magic after all that effort.   Dan Seguin  22:11 What has been the biggest challenge to you personally, since the pandemic began?   Gilbert Bennett  22:18 Oh, well, I would say switching from a large office setting to a virtual team. And you know, of course, during my time on the Muskrat Project, we had, you know, 300 people on our team, and you're interacting with them on a daily basis. And now you go to a virtual team, and you're doing pretty well, everything like we're doing here today remotely. That was a major adjustment for me.   Dan Seguin  22:40 Okay. Now, we've all been watching a little more TV, a little more Netflix. What is your favorite show? Or series?   Gilbert Bennett  22:49 Oh, I just got through the last season of Slow Horses on Apple TV. So Misfits, that and MI five, who find a way to get things done. It was a pretty, pretty enjoyable series for me.   Dan Seguin  23:03 Lastly, what's exciting you about your industry right now?   Gilbert Bennett  23:08 Oh, wow. I would say in a nutshell, everything. Sort of the scope, the scale, the challenges, the opportunities that we've talked about, I think are all are all exciting, and helping to, you know, find a way to retool our, our entire society so that it runs on renewables, I think is a huge is a huge challenge. And it was definitely pretty exciting.   Dan Seguin  23:30 Well, Gilbert, this is it. We've reached the end of another episode of the think energy podcast. If our listeners want to learn more about you and your organization, how can they connect?   Gilbert Bennett  23:42 Oh, two ways. Visit our website waterpowercanada.ca. And we're on LinkedIn as well. So follow the association. And keep up with what's going on in the industry.   Dan Seguin  23:54 Again, Gilbert, thank you so much for joining me today. I hope you had a lot of fun. Cheers.,   Gilbert Bennett  23:59 Oh this was great. It was great to be with you Daniel. Thanks so much.   Dan Seguin  24:06 Thanks for tuning in for another episode of the think energy podcast. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening. And to find out more about today's guests or previous episodes, visit thinkenergypodcast.com I hope you will join us again next time as we spark even more conversations about the energy of tomorrow.  

Liberty Consulting is planning to stop working with the Public Utilities Board, which could cause a loss of important analysis of the Muskrat Falls project. We spoke with Ron Penney, former deputy minister and long-time critic of the Muskrat Falls project.

Some simple ways to feel a little less powerless when it comes to climate change. (0:00) Teachers boarding aircraft in Happy Valley Goose Bay headed north for the start of the school year in Natuashish. Teachers from Baie Vert to Saudi Arabia! (5:57) With the price of gas these days, more and more folks are considering electric cars. But are they a viable option in Labrador? One EV owner says yes. (10:08) Teachers from Baie Vert to Vietnam, from Saudi Arabia to St. John's --an eclectic mix of educators are bound for Natuashish... as the new school year begins. (19:20) She was a beloved Rigolet teacher, who taught for over 35 years in a one-room school. And now, the late Evelyn Campbell is receiving a tribute on the silver screen - courtesy of her own granddaughter. We hear all about the new documentary "Miss Campbell: Inuk Teacher." (29:22) A tug boat in the Nain harbor spilled diesel into the harbor Now multiple groups are looking into the situation. (36:46) Finding expression for guilt and apathy over the Muskrat Falls controversy. We speak to an artist who's spent three years processing the saga...and now has a gallery full of artwork. (46:09) Disturbing scenes in the small town of Carmanville. CBC's Cherie Wheeler talks to residents who say folks at the emergency shelter there need more support. (55:49)

CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick talks to artist John McCallum, who's latest installation tells the story of the hydroelectric project, through paint, photos, text, sculpture, paper, cardboard, and a whole lot more.

Radio Canada's Patrick Butler joined us to talk about the latest pricey problem for Muskrat Falls.

The Nunatsiavut Government wants to get tourists thinking about visiting the north coast but what should tourists do when they're in town? To help brainstorm, they're hosting a series of tourism walks.(1:05) We hear from Tim Collins, a local photographer from Labrador West, who discovered all the dead fish in little Wabush lake last week. We hear what he hopes to hear from the town on what happened to all those fish. (8:05) A pricey problem for Muskrat Falls.... Radio Canada's Patrick Butler will tell us why NL Hydro needs to buy nine thousand pieces of equipment to install on transmission lines. (13:21) Sheshatshiu's David Hart is helping people who've been displaced by wildfires burning in Northern Quebec. He's not only running around to help out, but also playing tunes for evacuees. We find out why it's important for him to lend a hand. (20:51) NDP MHA Jordan Brown is sounding the alarm about the province's shortage of waterbombers. We hear from him and NAPE president Jerry Earle on this issue. (27:05) Parliamentary Reporter for The National Post, Ryan Tumilty joins us to talk about a gathering of Finance ministers in India this week, representing most of the world's largest economies.... Chrystia Freeland is there, on behalf of Canada. (37:40)

Who should foot the bill when adventure tourism goes sideways? We hear a discussion about how our search and rescue resources are deployed.(1:02) The federal government wants Canada's long-term care homes to subscribe to a national standard. But without any mechanisms for enforcement, a new report finds that care services still differ greatly from province to province. (7:29) We bring you a response from NL Hydro on the continuing mechanical issues at Muskrat Falls. (13:44) Who wouldn't want to grab a net and go looking for bugs? That's exactly what some Labrador youth got to do at camp this week. We join them as they discover the insect world on the Birch Island boardwalk. (18:25) Time is ticking for the Labrador West Green Depot. It's slated to close at the end of August. One business owner who hoped to make a go of it tells us why it's a non-starter for her. (28:13) A nasty mess, and bad for the ecosystem... construction tears up the shoreline of a local lake. (32:44) What if your smart watch could do more than just count steps .... like help a doctor diagnose Parkinson's disease before symptoms become obvious? Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain. (40:06)

Radio-Canada's Patrick Butler told us more about the latest problems at the hydroelectric plant

Twenty affordable housing units are planned for Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and four of them are ready for occupancy. (1:01) Noah Nochasak's name is synonymous with kayaking. Now his passion and his dedication are being recognized with an award. (8:46) With a pottery wheel and a big mound of clay, you can create something beautiful. But only if you know what you're doing. You'll hear how it went when I tried my hand at it, with the guidance of local potter Emily Best. (17:39) When you're a small business in a small Labrador town, it never hurts to come up with an eye-catching idea. We speak with Dana Marshall of Charlottetown, who has a unique bar of soap for sale. (29:01) Are you ready for yet another setback at Muskrat Falls? This time it's trouble with the generating units. (36:35)

Mud Lake residents are still feeling the effects of the flood of May 2017. They blame the Muskrat Falls project. A case for compensation is dragging through the courts and people there are deeply frustrated. CBC's Patrick Butler visited Mud Lake, and joins us to break it all down.

(0:35) Seniors and elders aren't always centred in conversations about sexual assault. But today, a free workshop hosted by the Mokami Status of Women Council is devoted to supporting senior survivors of sexual violence. (7:34) What would you do if you were mayor for a day? Elementary school kids in Happy Valley-Goose Bay wrote essays on that topic recently... and yesterday, they held a mock town council meeting to lay out their plans. (16:55) John Groves, who grew up in Forteau, will compete on Jeopardy Thursday night. (24:30) The crafter behind one of the most iconic Labrador Winter Games' sports has died. We'll revisit an interview with Charlotte Coombs. (32:10) Mud Lake residents are still haunted by the flood of May 2017. They blame the Muskrat Falls project. A case for compensation is dragging through the courts, and people there are deeply frustrated. (41:22) If you want to go fishing in Labrador, all you have to do is ask. Musician Kellie Loder went fishing with a fan following an impromptu request on their last Saturday in Labrador City. We'll hear how the trip went.

This week John Dalton, President of Power Advisory joins the podcast to provide an overview of the electricity markets in Atlantic Canada, including the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.  We also cover Quebec's role in supplying electricity to the region.  Here are some of the questions Peter and Jackie asked John:  Is the Muskrat Falls hydro project operating yet? What is the final cost of Muskrat Falls?  Considering the high cost, do you expect other large hydro projects to be built in Eastern Canada?  What is the latest on the Atlantic Loop and Quebec to US transmission projects? Are the incentives and financing in Canada's Budget 2023 enough to get transmission projects started? What was the historical agreement between Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec for supplying electricity from Churchill Falls and how has that shaped the relationship between the two provinces on electricity?  Will Atlantic Canada have small modular reactors (SMRs) operating by 2035? Is renewable power generation (wind or solar) expected to grow in Atlantic Canada? Do you think Atlantic Canada will reach net zero electricity by 2035? Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/ To see a transcript of this podcast, visit the link (scroll part way down the page):Atlantic Canada: Is Net Zero Electricity by 2035 Possible? (arcenergyinstitute.com)Check us out on social media:Twitter: @arcenergyinstLinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research InstituteInstagram: @arcenergyresearchinstituteYou Tube: @arcenergyresearchinstitute9600Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas PodcastApple PodcastsGoogle podcastsAmazon musicSpotify

A new podcast on politics and news in this province is rolling out soon- thanks to freelance journalist Justin Brake. He faced charges for his coverage of Indigenous-led protests at the Muskrat Falls site back in 2016, charges which were dismissed after an almost four-year court battle. Now, Brake is launching his new podcast - "berrygrounds." with The Independent and a podcast network called the Harbinger Media collective.

An auction company based in British Columbia made a mint off a Muskrat Falls fire sale last week... but one local auctioneer wants to know why NL Hydro chose that company without issuing a tender. (Anthony Germain with Shawn Roche)

Battery power.... We look at the economic potential of the electric vehicle supply chain in Canada. (0:00) We swing by the new Labrador Campus of Memorial University to get a tour from founding Dean Ashlee Cunsolo. (6:44) We speak with the independent chair of the Muskrat Falls Monitoring and Health Management Oversight Committee. (18:18) Canada Post's shipping costs have increased once again. That's putting a strain on small Businesses like Raeann Brown's. (25:00) We find out why the Little Tree Family Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is doing community outreach. (29:09) The rain with a mix of snow may be causing some havoc to you all in Labrador West. We check in with a meteorologist on what can be expected and how you can stay prepared. (36:14) New research into the role of air pollution on lung cancer could change the thinking behind tumor growth... and treatment. Health columnist Dr Peter Lin joins us to break down the science. (42:08)

On today's show, we heard from brothers Henry and Jaxon Marshall about their new tie-dye clothing company, "Coastal Colours." Two nights ago, a fox attacked a man in Hopedale, while he was driving his snowmobile. He shared that encounter. With temperatures warming up, it's a good time for a snowmobile ride! We heard an update on trail conditions and more, from the President of the Grand River Snowmobile Club, and Randy Edmunds. Ever wonder what it's like to run your own dog team? Labrador Morning's Regan Burden brought us a taste of a radio documentary that she has created, exploring just that. Bev Moore-Davis has been named the Atlantic Books Today number one local bestselling author in Newfoundland and Labrador for 2021. Her novel, "White Picket Monsters", was the recent pick by our book reviewer Wayne Button. He joined us to share his thoughts. The organization Empowering Indigenous Women for Stronger Communities has planned a full week of fun activities. Wendy Strugnell fills us in on the upcoming Family Fun Week that is happening across the province. The Province announced a deal with Ottawa, this week, to help offset the cost of Muskrat Falls for taxpayers. The Provincial Finance Minister explained what it means for you.

The federal government and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador have announced a deal to soften the financial blow of Muskrat Falls. The project had been expected to double our power bills. The CBC's Leigh Anne Power spoke with Andrew Parsons, the provincial minister of Industry, Energy and Technology.

Craig Rumbolt, from Mary's Harbour, is being remembered as a man who loved his family, his job and his community. We listend back to a 2019 interview between Craig and Labrador Morning reporter John Gaudi during a tour of the Plant in Mary's Harbour. Prominent feminist activists will be reflecting on the past, present and future of feminism, leadership and power at a panel event today, hosted by Equal Voice NL. To learn more Labrador Morning spoke with panel moderator Leila Beaudoin. There's a program being offered called "Cancer Transitions" which deals with helping people navigate through life after overcoming Cancer. Paula Newhook, of the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre in St. John's, explained the programs details. Yesterday afternoon provincial and federal politicians signed a complex financial agreement regarding the Muskrat Falls Project. Included in the deal: NL Hydro will borrow one billion dollars from the Federal Government and Ottawa will invest an additional billion dollars in the province's portion of the Labrador-Island Link... but the the Innu Nation is continuing to state its disapproval. Premier Andrew Furey and Federal Minister of Labour Seamus O'Regan answered questions from reporters after the announcement. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday, Feb 14th, that the Federal Government would be invoking the Emergencies Act to help deal with current issues in Ottawa. We hear some of what he had to say, following that decision. Have you ever wanted to write a true and meaningful story about your, or someone else's, life experiences? Art Force NL is holding a writing course for youth. Ainsley Hawthorn described what the course entails. We are joined again by Heather Scoffield and she elaborated on the details surrounding the invoking of the Emergencies Act, plus other political progressions.

2021 has been quite the strange year. Dave Paddon brings us this year's recitation, Christmas Volunturr, to try and sum it all up. All week we will be bringing you archival tape from the 1983 series I Well Minds The Time that Here and Now created to showcase stories from Labrador. Today we hear an interview host Mike Aucoin did with Henry John Williams. Putting on the kettle during the Christmas season is customary in Labrador, but why not spice it up a little this year. We find out how to make delicious chai tea from Kamaljeet Kaur and Harmanpreet Kaur, two students from India living in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. For day 10 of our 12 Days of Christmas book giveaway we hear from Debbie Samson about her book A Recipe for Complex PTSD and PNES. The Sheshatshiu Innu School held a friendly competition before school was out for the holidays to decorate 70 gingerbread houses that were donated for students. We hear from them to get some gingerbread house building advice. A social media campaign is encouraging conversations around alcohol culture and promoting alcohol-free activities to help people avoid fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. We speak about the initiative with Katharine Dunbar-Windsor, executive director of FASD NL. Finally, according to a recent report from the province's Attorney General, the provincial government did not adequately communicate its options regarding the wetland capping of Muskrat Falls. Rodd Laing, Director of Environment with the Nunatsiavut Government, joins us to give his reaction to the report.

What's been done in the year since the Atlantic provinces announced they were teaming up to understand domestic murders better and try to stop them from happening? The CBC's Ariana Kelland has been looking into it and joins us for an update. During last month's power outage in Upper Lake Melville, there were multiple fires, including one at the home of Sheila Shiwak. We hear from her today about the impact of the fire, and how she has been uplifted by the community response. Labrador Marine president and CEO Peter Woodward joins us to discuss the increase in passengers and cargo on the north coast this season. A new snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trail is coming to Cartwright this winter. Trails Committee liaison Shawn Holwell speaks to us about the project. It's Monday and we're speaking with the Waynes? Yes! Wayne Walsh joins us to talk about the new series The Beatles Get Back, and Wayne Button speaks with us about the book American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins. It's Day 3 of our 12 Days of Christmas book giveaway. Today's book is a multi-dimensional analysis of the social, political, and environmental problems that the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project has caused. We hear Stephen Crocker and Lisa Moore speak about the book Muskrat Falls: How a Mega-Dam Became a Predatory Formation. Finally, the English language is constantly evolving, and some changes can rub people the wrong way. CBC's Blair Sanderson has a look at one example that can be hard to stop noticing once you hear it.

Another weather event is moving in, and there's a chance it will be coming just as some people get their power restored from the wind and rain storm overnight. There's currently a hearing underway that has the parent company of Nova Scotia Power asking to charge ratepayers 1.7 Billion dollars for the Maritime Link project. Let's hope the powers-that-be stick to their earlier position of protecting ratepayers until they get what they were promised.

The Labrador West Status of Women Council just received significant funding from Rio Tinto in honour of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. We speak with Michelene Gray, the Executive Director of the Labrador West Status of Women Council to learn about the funding and their plans for it. Have a teddy bear at home that needs some mending? Or perhaps you're interested in going to a petting zoo? We speak with Dr. Rebecca Jackson of the Valley Vet Clinic in Happy Valley-Goose Bay about their open house this Sunday. The provincial Auditor General released a report yesterday detailing the government's failure to cap the wetlands in the Muskrat Falls reservoir. We speak to Auditor General Denise Hanrahan, and hear reaction to the report from David Brazil and Jim Dinn. We check in with Eldon Wheaton of the White Wolf Snowmobile Club in Labrador West to see how things are shaping up for snowmobile season. Santa's coming to town, and the municipality of Red Bay is celebrating with it's first-ever Christmas parade. Deputy Mayor Lynn Stone joins us to talk about that. What is your holiday season going to look like this year? Musician David Penashue tells us about his traditions for our Home For The Holidays series, and plays some music for us in celebration of the Christmas season. It's Friday, so we're hanging with the Waynes to hear their film and book selections for the week. Finally, an initiative started last September by a group of young teens in Labrador City called "The Be Kind Project" is well underway. We get an update from Leah Patterson today.

All month, Sarah Bartlett has been championing her NL Reads selection Some People's Children by Bridget Canning. She joins us to talk about the book today. Want to learn more about the creative process of writing a song, recording it, and adding the finishing touches? A workshop by Music NL is virtually bringing in a Los Angeles music producer to help. We hear from producer Justin Gray. Anyone familiar with Labrador crafts knows the handiwork of Nellie Winters. She has just made her final coat, and the Nunatsiavut Government will be putting it on display in the Assembly Building in Hopedale. We hear from Chantelle Evans from NG's Department of Tourism, and from Nellie Winters. Residents of Mary's Harbour and Lodge Bay gathered outside yesterday while representatives from Labrador-Grenfell Health met with the Mary's Harbour town council to discuss health care concerns in the community. We get an update from town councillor Larry Rumbolt. Our series on housing in Labrador West continues as we speak with Lise Boucher of Labrador City and Eric Cyr of Fermont. The Muskrat Falls Generating Station is finished and will powering homes on the island throughout the winter. We hear from Jennifer Williams, President and CEO of NL Hydro, about the completion of the project, and also about the power outage in Upper Lake Melville last week. Roberta Benefiel of Grand Riverkeeper Labrador is back from COP26 in Scotland, where she helped organize a joint declaration regarding the negative impacts of hydroelectric development. We hear from her today. Finally, Heather Scoffield of the Toronto Star joins us to discuss a packed agenda for the House of Commons before Ottawa takes its holiday break.

A Pfizer biotech vaccine is coming for children ages five to 11. The clinical trials are 90.7 per cent effective and no serious side effects were found. We hear the announcement from the province's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Janice Fitzgerald. The dock in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is extra busy this week as timber cut for the Muskrat Falls project is being loaded on a ship headed for Asia. We speak with Greg Penney, the CEO of JP Forestry, for an update on how it's going. Mandy Smith from Makkovik has won $2,000 towards her pilot training. She joins us today to talk about her hopes to one day fly as a pilot throughout Labrador. Memorial University's Vice-President of Advancement and External Relations Lisa Browne joins us to talk about a new study outlining MUN's economic impact on the province. Trail grooming, fingers crossed, will be happening very soon. We speak with Dwight Lethbridge of Gateway Ventures in Cartwright about the new groomer in town that will be keeping skiing and snowmobiling smooth this season. The pandemic highlighted a number of long-standing issues throughout rural Canada. Today we speak with Kyle Rich of Brock University about a report that examines those issues and discuss what may be needed in the future. Finally, we speak with bodybuilder Tyler Jones of Happy Valley-Goose Bay about his big wins at his first two shows, and the discipline the training requires.

There's a new book out that looks at the multi-dimensional analysis of the social, political, and environmental problems that the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project has caused. We'll spoke with the editors, Lisa Moore and Steve Crocker this morning.

We listen to an interview The Current did with Liz Pijogge, a Northern Contaminants Researcher with the Nunatsiavut Government, and Melaw Nakehk'o, a Dene artist, about moose hide lessons Nakehk'o is offering here in Labrador as moose migrate into the north. There's a lot of freedom in four wheels unless you're talking about a wheelchair in the snow. The CBC's Alisha Dicks joins us to talk about accessible transportation and the issues with it that really grind her gears. Nunatsiavut is experiencing drastic climate change, and a research project hopes to understand this shift better through compiling personal observations made by residents. We hear about the project from Emma Harrison of Dalhousie University. The Town of Wabush has allocated land near the town hall to build senior homes. Mayor Ron Barron joins us to talk about the project's development. There's a new book out that looks at the multi-dimensional analysis of the social, political, and environmental problems that the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project has caused. We speak with editors Stephen Crocker and Lisa Moore this morning. Just how important is the Labrador Sea to the world's ecosystem? A crew from Memorial University are hoping to find out by launching gliders underwater. Researcher Brad DeYoung joins us. Finally, thanks to the Rock Your Mocs campaign, moccasins are set to cover social media today. We speak with Jolene Ashini about what the event means to her.

Many aren't old enough to vote, and they aren't responsible for household purchases, but young people can still have a big impact on their family's environmental choices. CBC producer Antonia Reed joins us to talk about bridging the gap between generations. An entrepreneur in Happy Valley-Goose Bay was named as one of Atlantic Canada's best young innovators by Atlantic Business Magazine. We speak with Emily Best. A research project is using images to capture concerns that have been raised around the Muskrat Falls development. We hear from researcher Jessica Penney and photographer Eldred Allen. While the federal government is pushing for green energy, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is planning to build a regional diesel generating station on Labrador's south coast. Mary's Harbour Mayor Alton Rumbolt shares why town council disagrees with the approach. The security contract between the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay and GardaWorld expires today. Mayor George Andrews tells us what went into the decision. We learn the secrets of the Henry Stone on the show today from a shipwreck enthusiast in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Brian Corbin joins us. If you've purchased slabs or shavings in Port Hope Simpson, they may have come from Simon Strugnell's sawmill. We catch up with him today. Can tiny homes help with a housing shortage seen across Labrador? One Labrador City man who is building one thinks so. Marty Byrne joins us. Finally, what Covid precautions do you need to take when travelling to the United States? CBC House Doctor Peter Lin joins us to answer that question.

This week on Unreserved, host Rosanna Deerchild hops on her bike to check out the public art created by Indigenous artists in Winnipeg. We hear from multimedia artist KC Adams today. ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions of childhood, and when your child gets that diagnosis, you may have numerous questions. That's why one woman started a support group in Churchill Falls. Ronda Kent joins us. We catch up with musician Joanna Barker to hear more about a program the Mushuau Innu Natuashish School is implementing to give students an opportunity to learn music from community members. Health care across the province has been under scrutiny this past month. We've heard about doctor shortages and people falling through the cracks. Today we speak with Stephanie Angnatok, whose mother Fran broke her hip and had to wait days for an X-ray. Muskrat Falls is facing another setback due to the ongoing struggle to perfect software for the Labrador to Island Link. The CBC's Terry Roberts speaks to Jennifer Williams of NL Hydro and Nalcor about how this affects the completion and cost of the project. There's been an increase in cases of gonorrhea in Labrador. We hear about it from Dr. Thomas Piggott, Medical Officer of Health for Labrador-Grenfell Health. The Labrador North Chamber of Commerce put out a survey to determine how the labour shortage is affecting local businesses. We hear about what they found from Chamber CEO Julianne Griffin. Finally, we speak with Heather Scoffield of the Toronto Star about the Prime Minister's visit to the Tk'emlups te Secwepemc Nation and how his words are being received, along with other news in federal politics.

A father on the north coast of Labrador says his son began showing cancer symptoms at age 3, but he was only diagnosed at age 12. We hear from Matthew Lougheed about his son, and why he believes the province's health care struggles have affected the cancer treatments. October is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Month, and Dr. Janine Hubbard of the Association of Psychology Newfoundland and Labrador is back with us to talk about the condition. For more than a year, Innu Nation has been writing letters asking for more information on Muskrat Falls from the Federal and Provincial governments. The CBC's Patrick Butler has obtained these letters and he tells us all the details today. Earlier this month we brought you a story about a Rigolet dialect book written by Ocean Pottle-Shiwak. Now it's being distributed virtually across the country and throughout Nunatsiavut. We get an update from Roberta Baikie-Andersen from the Nunatsiavut Government. The internet is integral in doing most things in the digital age, but not everyone in Canada has equal access to it. We speak with Madeleine Redfern of Can-Arctic Inuit Networks about an effort to connect Nunatsiavut and Nunavut with a subsea communications cable. A Facebook post about a salamander drew in a large number of comments, with many people not realizing they even live in Labrador. We hear from salamander expert Sean Boyle about just how abundant these tiny amphibians are. Finally, rapid COVID tests are in the news again, with several provinces starting programs to test school children. We ask house doctor Dr. Peter Lin about rapid tests and how they could be used to help control the pandemic.

According to the World Bank, the impacts of climate change could see over 200 million people forced to migrate by 2050. We speak with Aviva Basman, president of the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers, about what that may mean for Canada. The first YMCA in Labrador was officially opened yesterday. We hear from Premier Andrew Furey and Jason Brown, the CEO of YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador. Former Premier Danny Williams spoke at a conference on the future of the provincial economy, and once again defended the Muskrat Falls project. We hear from him and also from an audience member who challenges Williams on his opinion. Wadden Peddigrew Law has conducted a review of hiring practices by the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay. We take a close look into that review, and hear a response from HV-GB mayor Wally Andersen. The Royal Canadian Mint has a new series called Generations, and Jason Sikoak from Rigolet has designed a coin for it. He tells us about the experience today. The annual general meeting at the Labrador Friendship Centre is happening on September 22nd. We hear from Executive Director Jennifer Hefler-Elson. Finally, just because you've been vaccinated against COVID-19 doesn't mean you can't spread it to others. We talk to CBC House Doctor Peter Lin about why having a vaccine passport system is not enough.

Microbiologist Dasantila Golemi-Kotra joins us once again to talk about the research and the ethics around COVID-19 booster shots. The Labrador Lites gymnasts are ready to spring into action as they prepare to move into a new space. We hear from instructor Hollie Pye-Smith. Like it or not, back-to-school season is right around the corner. We get an update from Tina White, assistant director of programs for Labrador with NLESD. The Innu Nation has taken the province to court over the Muskrat Falls rate mitigation deal, and now other First Nations in Canada are speaking out in support. We get the latest from reporter Leslie Amminson. The sky's the limit for teenage pilot Zara Rutherford. She joins us to talk about her attempt to break an around the world record. Indigenous rights around hydroelectric projects have made headlines this summer, and two Indigenous artists from Quebec are shining a light on the subject at the Bonavista Biennale. We hear from artist Caroline Monnet. They're mean and angry and just a few centimetres long. We ask entomologist Barry Hicks why we hate wasps so much and if they really deserve it. Finally, with the second week of the federal election campaign now firmly underway we look at which parties are succeeding in getting their message out and who might be looking to change course. CBC senior reporter Ashley Burke joins us.

(starts at 0:47 mark) A Black student at Memorial University has described his experience facing racism while on a staycation in the province. The student declined our interview request, but Raven Khadeja, co-founder of Black Lives Matter N-L spoke with us. (7:35) The Innu Nation is taking on Muskrat Falls hydroelectric rate mitigation in court. To shed light on Indigenous rights, two Indigenous artists from Quebec have created a piece called Hydro, featuring more than one hundred flickering lightbulbs at the Bonavista Biennale. (13:00) If you're looking to go kayaking during NL's hot summer, check out a new business, Black Pearl Kayak Rentals in Gander, and (18:46) the Atlantic Boychoir are finally back in one place for the first time since the pandemic started and they'll be on stage again at the end of this month.

Innu entered into Impact Benefit Agreement with Canada and province of Newfoundland and Labrador regarding Muskrat Falls hydro development, but economic promise to Innu have been undermined by a pending rate mitigation deal—a double cross that has alarmed First Nations across the country, who wonder if the same thing could happen to them. This week, we speak with John Olthuis, a lawyer for the Innu Nation.

Canada has no domestic automakers but plenty of auto parts suppliers. Could they band together to create the next all-Canadian, zero-emissions vehicle? We speak with Greg Layson of Automotive News Canada to find out. Frontier College's literacy programming has been a big hit in Rigolet this summer. We hear from the participants and people working with the program. We speak with community organizer Robert Smith about Better Together, a cooperative based in L'Anse au Loup and Montreal, which brings people together to share knowledge, skills, and resources. Federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh was in the province yesterday to unofficially launch the NDP's campaign in anticipation of an election call this weekend. We hear him speak about the upcoming campaign and the Muskrat Falls rate mitigation deal recently announced by the provincial and federal governments. It's Friday, so we're hanging with the Waynes to hear their film and book selections for the week. Finally, some Canadian companies are asking workers to be fully vaccinated before returning to in-person work. We hear from workplace columnist Rubina Ahmed-Haq on how this mandate may work.

The federal government has committed 1.7 million dollars in financial support to the Goose Bay Airport. We hear what that means for the airport and travellers using it when we speak with Goronwy Price, CEO of the Goose Bay Airport Corporation, and Labrador MP Yvonne Jones. The MUN archaeology field school is well underway in Sheshatshiu this year. We head down to the site to talk about what's being unearthed this summer, and the significance of the area. We speak with Colin Carroll, the provincial forest fire duty officer, for an update on the forest fire near Jackfish Lake. We hear from Stacey Knudsen from Labrador-Grenfell Health about the patient and family advisors program they are offering. We get reaction from politicians to the Canadian Human Rights Commission's report addressing the Labrador Innu's human rights. Also, we speak with Senwung Luk of Olthius Kleer Townshend LLP, one of the lawyers representing Innu Nation in a lawsuit against the federal and provincial governments regarding the Muskrat Falls rate mitigation deal. Finally, we hear from a Metis woman who found unexpected benefits in beading. The CBC's Jolene Banning brings us that story.

Philip Rideout and his step son are Nain's first electric vehicle owners. We hear from Philip about his new ride, and how his neighbours are reacting. We speak with John Abbott, provincial minister for Children, Seniors, and Social Development, about housing for seniors in Labrador West. The Innu Nation says the Muskrat Falls rate mitigation agreement could put them in a tough financial position. We hear from Grand Chief Etienne Rich. We hear from the family of the late Ryan Nuke on how the charges laid in the hit and run collision that led to his death are unfolding in court. Finally, the CBC's Kyle Muzyka brings us the story of the last residential school which was closed in 1997, and what Indigenous communities are doing with these buildings.

At a news conference in St. John's, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the federal government has reached a funding agreement with the government of Newfoundland and Labrador aimed at improving access to child care and early learning in the province. The deal follows similar agreements between Ottawa and British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Yukon, and Prince Edward Island. Also taking part in the event are Andrew Furey, the premier of Newfoundland and Labrador; Ahmed Hussen, the federal minister of families, children and social development; Tom Osborne, Newfoundland and Labrador's minister of education; Elizabeth Kidd, the president and CEO of the College of the North Atlantic; and Ocean Whelan, an early childhood educator. Responding to questions from reporters, the prime minister also comments on the federal government's agreement with Newfoundland and Labrador to reduce the costs of the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project, as well as the timing of a possible federal election.

Residents of this province have been spared from a major spike on their power bills, the CBC's Zachary Delaney took to the streets to ask people what the deal means to them.

Following yesterday's announcement of federal assistance regarding Muskrat Falls and electricity rate mitigation, we hear from Innu Nation Grand Chief Etienne Rich and Torngat Mountains MHA Lela Evans. Also, for Throwback Thursday, we hear former Innu Nation Grand Chief Joseph Riche speak in 2011 about the New Dawn Agreement. The Nature Conservancy of Canada is launching a citizen science event today, and we find out how you can get involved. Piers Evans joins us. Finally, Dr. Anthony Fauci says COVID-19 cases in the U.S. are headed in the wrong direction. We talk about what we can learn from rising case counts in the States with CBC House Doctor Peter Lin.

Le gouvernement fédéral versera des milliards à T.-N.-L. pour compenser les coûts de Muskrat Falls. Logan Mailloux écarté du camp d'entraînement du Canadien. Une nouvelle canicule aux portes de la Colombie-Britannique. | Joane Prince (journaliste-présentatrice)

Toutes les médailles remportées par le Canada l'ont été par des femmes. Affaire Logan Mailloux : le CH doit sortir de son mutisme aujourd'hui. Ottawa vole au secours de Muskrat Falls. En France, le gouvernement précise les conditions de la rentrée scolaire. | Bruno Larose (journaliste-présentateur)

On discute de l'aide d'Ottawa pour compenser les coûts de Muskrat Falls; Gabrielle Proulx revient sur les faits saillants des Jeux de Tokyo; Richard Darveau se prononce sur la possibilité de fermer les commerces le dimanche; on parle d'économie avec David Dagenais; Benoît Pelletier se penche sur la lettre de Jagmeet Singh adressée à la gouverneure générale; et Dominick Gauthier présente les grandes athlètes olympiques.

It might be hard to believe some Labradorians have never seen a caribou, but that's the truth for many of the younger generation. We hear about Wyatt Coombs' first caribou sighting. PAL Airlines launched its first flight from Happy Valley-Goose Bay to Halifax. We find out what that will mean for travellers. The Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay has contracted additional security to monitor the Town's wooded areas. We learn about that and more when we speak with Mayor Wally Andersen. For the first time there's an Indigenous governor general. We hear reaction from Natan Obed, the president of ITK. Monday's warm temperatures were behind the malfunction of gas pumps in Postville, and that wasn't the only community affected. We hear from Postville AngajukKak Glen Sheppard about the issue. There are piles of wood left over from Muskrat Falls, and now some of that can be yours for free. We hear from provincial Forestry Minister Derrick Bragg. Finally, the CBC's Rob Antle is here with a CBC Investigates story about how a bankrupt college and questionable union spending left electrical workers in the dark.

A Quebec newspaper columnist is urging Hydro Quebec to take advantage of Newfoundland and Labrador's weakened economic state to purchase Churchill and Muskrat Falls. Francis Vailles from La Presse speaks with the CBC's Terry Roberts. We catch up with Andrew Penashue and Bryan Andre for the release of their new album Anutnish, and talk about how recording songs in Innu-aimun allows them to preserve their language. If you've ever thought to yourself that Labrador should be its own territory, we have some answers on how that might happen. We talk about the constitutional path with Peter Russell of the University of Toronto. The Nain arena has about two inches of sewage water sitting on the main floor. We speak with Nain AngajukKak Joe Dicker about that. It's Friday so we're hanging with the Waynes once again. We hear about the TV series Peaky Blinders from Wayne Walsh, and the book Stiff from Wayne Button. Finally, a report by Food Banks Canada outlines what food banks across the country have been doing to help Canadians during the pandemic. We speak with Tania Little of Food Banks Canada about the report and if demand seems to be slowing down.

With much of the country caught in the grip of a third wave of Covid, what are experts saying now about how the disease affects children? We talk to pediatrician Dr. Jeremy Friedman of SickKids Hospital in Toronto about kids and COVID ahead. Former residents of Wabush are being invited to come home next year. We speak with committee member Gail Hodge about plans for Come Home To Wabush 2022. There may still be a pile of snow in your front yard but that doesn't mean it's too early to start planning this year's vegetable garden. We hear some tips on backyard vegetable gardening from Lloyd Hicks and Jamie Jackman. We speak with Greg Penney from JP Forestry about their plans to sell the leftover timber from the construction of Muskrat Falls. The Nunatsiavut Government is looking for construction proposals for a project that will help keep people's packages out of bad weather. Minister Tyler Edmunds joins us. We catch up with a Labradorian living in Spain about how the fourth wave of COVID-19 is going in that country. Noel Riggs joins us. We continue CBC NL's Thin Ice series with a look at how northern Labrador's climate has changed in the spring and summer months.

Premier Andrew Furey - Atlantic Bubble, Aid for Ontario, Muskrat Falls by VOCM

Tuesday March 16th - Consumer Advocate Dennis Browne - Muskrat Falls Inquiry & Rate Mitigation by VOCM

The province's Consumer Advocate says the implementation of recommendations outlined in Justice Richard LeBlanc's Muskrat Falls Report released one year ago need to remain a priority as the province comes out of the pandemic. Dennis Browne speaks with VOCM's Linda Swain.

During COVID-19, Canada is seeing a growing backlog for cancer screenings, with patients avoiding routine doctor visits. We speak to the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer about the consequences. Labrador City's Jenna Andrews is one of 338 women choose for the Daughters of the Vote program. We learn more about that today. Seven highly paid contractors working on the Muskrat Falls project are fighting a request by CBC News to have their names and pay revealed through the access to information process. That's despite the fact Nalcor believes the information should be released and legislative changes permit it. The CBC's Terry Roberts joins us with that story. It's hard to celebrate important events with COVID-19 restrictions but a Labrador City business is trying to make it easier. We speak with Heather Fisher about Big Land Yard O'Grams. The Labrador North Chamber of Commerce is looking for changes during Alert Level 4. We hear chairperson Andy Turnbull today. We get an update on trails in Labrador West when we once again speak with Eldon Wheeler of the White Wolf Snowmobile Club. Finally, as six Dr. Seuss books get pulled from production, is it time we re-imagined children's literature? We speak with parenting columnist Tanya Hayles about that.

Health experts are increasingly concerned about the spread of different variants of the COVID-19 virus, including the one that originated in the UK. We talk to a London-based observer about what the British experience with the virus variants can teach Canadians. The Provincial leaders debate took place last night between Alison Coffin, Ches Crosbie, and Andrew Furey. We play you a couple of clips from that debate regarding reconciliation and Muskrat Falls. Cain's Quest racers and support staff aren't the only ones impacted by postponement. Businesses say they are also going to miss the race next year. We speak with Koren Moore of the Two Seasons Inn in Labrador City. If you're hitting the trails this weekend, there's plenty of fresh powder out there to enjoy. We'll have updates on the conditions from Greg Wheeler of the Grand River Snowmobile Club. The boat doesn't run often enough and the backup air service is unable to carry much freight. We hear about Black Tickle's transportation woes from Alex Elson, and a response from Liberal candidate Lisa Dempster. We find out how the decreased supply of Moderna vaccine nationwide has affected Labrador-Grenfell Health's plans to immunize elderly people 75 years and older. Dr. Thomas Piggott joins us. Today we'll introduce you to another recipient of the Labradorians of Distinction award. It's our second-last recipient for the the year and those who love snowmobiling may already know him well. Todd Kent joins us. Finally, we speak with Elizabeth Dhuey of the University of Toronto about how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Grade 12 students across the country as they apply for universities.

Premier Furey & Federal Natural Resources Minister O'Regan - Restructuring Of Muskrat Falls by VOCM

William Larkham Jr, A-K-A the Big Land Trapper, helped us search for the perfect Christmas tree in 2018. For today's Throwback Thursday, we bring you that interview again. If you have yet to decorate your Christmas tree and are looking for some tips, we speak with a designer from Labrador West on ways to make your tree bright! Earlier this week, Nunatsiavut Government said in a release that Nalcor is downplaying elevated concentrations of methylmercury in the Muskrat Falls reservoir. We speak with NG Lands and Natural Resource Minister Greg Flowers to hear their concerns. What's it like to have Covid-19? We'll speak with a singer originally from Sheshatshiu who tested positive this week. There's an update on housing for seniors living in Labrador West, we speak with the group pushing for accessible, affordable housing. We touch base with Carol Best about the Virtual Labrador Traditions Christmas Craft Fair, how well it's done, and how it's still going ahead for another 14 days or so.

On today's show, we find out about a program at the Labrador Friendship Centre introducing newcomer Canadians to Labrador Indigenous culture and history through workshops. A class-action lawsuit against a Catholic religious order by Innu claimants is now open to victims in Labrador. We hear from the lawyer behind the lawsuit. It's been nearly nine months since the release of the final report of the Muskrat Fall inquiry and the provincial government has barely made a dent in adopting a sweeping series of recommendations aimed at helping the province avoid a similar debacle in the future. Terry Roberts brings us that story. The holidays are said to bring out the best in people. And for a good example of human kindness, we turn to Cartwright this morning. We find out how a local mitt making group made a home for a local resident.

On today's show, we hear about a report from the Atlantic Province's Economic Council that says more Covid support is needed for indigenous businesses and communities. CBC News has been trying to find out more on the latest cases of Covid-19, but details from the health department are scarce. We pull back the curtain to tell you what we know and what we don't. We tell you more what was in the provincial 2020 budget from Labrador. The final costs are in for the Muskrat Falls inquiry, and the data reveals the province and Nalcor Energy paid a steep price for legal fees and other professional services. CBC's Terry Roberts breaks it down for us. The PC's are happy to let Ches Crosbie lead them into another election. We hear about the party's AGM this past weekend.

On today's show, we hear some reaction to news from NALCOR about the impact of COVID-19 on the Muskrat Falls hydro project. Labrador MP Yvonne Jones weighs in on the conversation about the lack of local shrimp quotas for waters adjacent to the Inuit Land Claims Agreement. We also hear from Labrador's four MHAs about issues in their regions. The gas station in Rigolet will once again be run by the Inuit Community Government. But residents will still see an interruption in service starting tomorrow. The Nunatsiavut Government celebrates it's recent court victory after winning a legal dispute against the provincial government. We'll have the details of what it is and what it means. Scientists are using gliders to collect data along the North Coast of Labrador. It's part of a long term project to verify the consequences of climate change.

"M" is for Maritime Archaic tradition in the Encyclopedia of Labrador, and that's what we learn about today. We hear about the upcoming NunatuKavut general election. We get an update from a lawyer about a class action lawsuit alleging Muskrat Falls is responsible for flooding in Mud Lake and parts of Happy Valley-Goose Bay in 2017. Cut from the bus. We hear from a single mom stressed about getting her kids to school. Education Minister Tom Osborne says all eligible students will be able to ride. We find out about the provincial government adding 100 school buses to the mix. We Hang with the Waynes, and hear about a hermit living in the woods for 27 years, and a review of a sequel to the Karate Kid trilogy. Ready for your morning Zen? We'll hear from a Labrador yogi who's offering free classes online.

The Muskrat Falls project is about to become even more expensive due to Covid 19 delays....that's why the plan is to ramp up production by next week. Covid 19 has changed many things for us..including the way we visit the doctor. We'll bring you virtual health care with a doctor who offers the service on a regular basis. The ice is melting the water is sort of warming if you're staying around this summer you might want to take your staycation on the water. Later on the show we'll have an avid kayaker sharing why ...and it's not just about escaping the flies.

You'll hear Labrador's 4 MHAs for a weekly update. A MUN professor brings us the impacts of mobile workers at sites like Muskrat Falls. Sticking to tradition, today's Kitchen Quarantine is all about seal. And, you might not be boarding a plane to Florida...but you can try piloting a drone, you'll hear a self-taught operator in Rigolet.

Our local search and rescue helicopter has been rescuing Labradorians out on the land, we've got some of those tales. Unions representing Muskrat Falls workers have been asked to hire workers from Labrador to alleviate the number of fly-in and fly-out workers. While most have said they will comply, we've heard reports to the contrary. The crab season has been a centre of a lot of anxiety and concern in the province, and many harvesters are debating on even fishing. And more...

In Episode 53, we get to talk to Beatrice HUnter - an Inuk grandmother, warrior, and land defender. Beatrice was arrested and imprisoned in a men's jail for peacefully defending her territory from the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric megaproject and concerns over methylmercury contamination. Beatrice's story is one of the most heartfelt and impactful ones I have ever heard. Please share it widely. Here is the link for those who are able to make a financial donation to help pay the legal costs of land defenders who are still defending themselves in court 4 years later: https://fundrazr.com/labradorlandprotectors?ref=ab_8UWHPyfGFkU8UWHPyfGFkU Please note: Nothing in this podcast advocates for violence on Indigenous territories. If you would like more information about these issues, you can check out my website at www.pampalmater.com If you would like to help me keep my content independent, please consider supporting my work at Patreon: www.patreon.com/join/2144345 Note: The information contained in this podcast is not legal, financial or medical advice, nor should it be relied on as such. (Picture of Beatrice Hunter from her Facebook page used with her permission)

Episode 10: Food Security, COVID-19, and Muskrat Falls by

Dave Vardy, Muskrat Falls Concerned Citizens Coalition Ron Penney, MF Concerned Citizens Coalition

Former chair of utilities board and former leader of NL NDP respond to scathing inquiry report on Muskrat Falls hydro project, reps of Marine Atlantic and Hospitality NL discuss impact of Coronavirus, and new project aims to help protect aquatic species at risk.

A Public Sector Pensioners' Association representative discusses Muskrat Falls and its effect on seniors. A 2018 petition demanding clarity on Muskrat Falls comes back to life. Black History Month celebrations take place in Corner Brook for the second year in row . A NL family wins $10,000 on Family Feud.

Jim Learning is an advocate for all things Newfoundland and Labrador. In this episode, he has a conversation with Graydon and Rudy that lays everything on the table. With his blunt, to the point style, Jim speaks from the heart with passion and vigor about major issues facings the province including Muskrat Falls, the Political […]

Newfoundland & Labrador may have only joined Confederation in 1949 to become Canada's 10th province, but May 16th is the 50th General Election in its history. The House of Assembly has 40 seats, one of the rare legislatures with an even number. This election comes at a momentous time in the history of the province, due to more than one major issue that will likely decide its future for generations. Muskrat Falls - As the inquiry into how the largest project ever undertaken in its history rolls on, the evidence is clear. This project should have never happened, but it is virtually complete and will commence operations later this year. What will also commence is the massive debt repayment of a project that doubled in price under false promises and predictions. The next 70 years will require money that isn't readily available to pay for what has rightly been called as a "boondoggle" but the bills don't stop coming. The Cod Fishery - Mismanagement is a huge understatement in the handling of what was once the greatest natural fishery on earth. The moratorium started in 1992 was supposed to last a few years, the latest numbers indicate it will not be lifted anytime soon. It changed the way of life, the culture and the population lineage never to be the same again. Healthcare - For a long time, healthcare results in Newfoundland have been the last in Canada with very high costs. Will this election change any of the systemic problems within it? Where will the money come from? The View Up Here welcomes Con O'Brien, a true Newfoundlander from a family with literally centuries of experience on the water and in the cod fishing way of life. Front-man for legendary Newfoundland folk group The Irish Descendants, Con joins us to discuss the election, the Muskrat Falls disaster, thoughts on whether the cod will ever return and the debt-ridden future of tomorrow's Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.

We celebrate a VERY nice episode with the return of Drew, who announces some VERY special news (the release of the ep is a tiny bit delayed because the announcement got pushed back, sorry!) We also talk about that terrifying, nauseating Buzzfeed list, the Muskrat Falls inquiry, Alberta's "oil" "crisis," the CUPW strike, high heels at work and the death of George Homework Bush. Many thanks as always to Andre Goulet for producing our show (check out his show, Unpacking the News) and Jason Vezina for making our hip, cool theme song (check out his work at @jvezina). And thanks to Ricochet for hosting our pod! Here's Drew's new home! http://theindependent.ca/ Here's Jason's Soundcloud: @jvezina Give us money here: patreon.com/newsyoucanuse And follow us on Twitter here: @newsucanyouse And forward complaints here: albertaadvantagepod@gmail.com

We talk to two Canadian journalists who are facing legal consequences --including jail time-- for doing their jobs. VICE reporter Ben Makuch is heading to the Supreme Court to try to stop the RCMP from getting access to communications he had with alleged ISIS recruit Farah Shirdon in 2014. APTN's Justin Brake, formerly of The Independent, is facing criminal charges for disobeying a court injunction while following Indigenous land protectors onto the site of the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project in 2016. The outcomes of these cases could set precedents for how the press is allowed to operate. Support CANADALAND: http://canadalandshow.com/join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Justin Brake talks about his decision to follow Muskrat Falls demonstrators onto private property. Plus, we discuss the janitors at Founders Square, complaints about regional councillors, backyard chickens and an arts hub on the waterfront.

We talk to Beatrice Hunter a grandmother and First Nations Land Protector from Labrador, Canada about her experience fighting the Muskrat Falls mega-project, including having spent 11 days in jail for crossing a barrier in protest. Learn More: http://www.greenmajority.ca

Many things come in 3's. The 3 Musketeers. The 3 Stooges. 3 Blind Mice. 3 Ring Circus. Speak no evil, Hear no evil, See no evil. Are the 3 disaster dams for Canada: Muskrat Falls - Labrador's money-pit will finish at close to 100% overbudget, years behind schedule and will multiply by 5 the monthly bill of every NALCOR customer for who knows how long, maybe foreverKeeyask - Hydro Manitoba went "too big to fail" but ratepayers can cover what has years to go and has risen 40% in cost with less than 20% doneSite C - BC Hydro's boondoggle may likely cost more than $12 billion if completed, costing ratepayers for at least 70 years for who knows the total Muskrat Falls nears completion as a Commission of Inquiry seeks why they got a white elephant at double the cost before generating a watt. Keeyask may be the most remote of the 3 and is a long way from generating power as its budget skyrockets at this early stage. Another 100% overrun is possible. Many things make Site C different. The Clean Energy Act 2010 for one. There are openings for Horgan to reverse-Clark on BC Hydro. The much bigger economy of BC. But what is clear is Site C output would have no market now or the foreseeable future. Norm Farrell of https://in-sights.ca and Grant G of https://powellriverpersuader.blogspot.ca/ join us to look at all 3, the similarities in risks and the big differences on Site C.

David Vardy discusses the Muskrat Falls Inquiry on CBC Radio.

 Joel’s not letting himself drink until Christmas, or at least for a week, because he got completely out of hand last time. We tell that story, then move on to look at Newfoundland’s plans for the legalization of marijuana, Jim Lester winning the Mount Pearl North byelection, and Megan House’s dreams of “true love”...

 Joel’s not letting himself drink until Christmas, or at least for a week, because he got completely out of hand last time. We tell that story, then move on to look at Newfoundland’s plans for the legalization of marijuana, Jim Lester winning the Mount Pearl North byelection, and Megan House’s dreams of “true love”...

In episode #244 of Talking Radical Radio (November 7, 2017), Scott Neigh interviews Kelly Morrissey and Emily Philpott about the work of the Ontario Muskrat Solidarity Committee. They are building support in Ontario and elsewhere in the country for the mostly-Indigenous land protectors in Labrador who oppose the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric dam project. For a more detailed description of the episode, see here: http://talkingradical.ca/2017/11/07/trr-ontario_muskrat_solidarity/ ‎

In episode #224 of Talking Radical Radio (June 20, 2017), Scott Neigh speaks with Jennifer Hefler-Elson. She is a member of the Labrador Land Protectors, a grassroots group opposed to the hydroelectric dam megaproject being built at Muskrat Falls. For a more detailed description of this episode, go here: http://talkingradical.ca/2017/06/20/trr-labrador_land_protectors/

We start the show looking at how low recycling rates are in CBS, but then realize it’s probably just the entire province. Joel wonders where some people get mountains of trash to throw out during bulk day each year. We talk about illegal dumping, how the MMSB is running an ad campaign to discourage it,...

We start the show looking at how low recycling rates are in CBS, but then realize it’s probably just the entire province. Joel wonders where some people get mountains of trash to throw out during bulk day each year. We talk about illegal dumping, how the MMSB is running an ad campaign to discourage it,...

Justin Brake caught the nation's attention by broadcasting the peaceful protests of Muskrat Falls. And then he got served with a court injunction. What happens when journalists are treated as criminals just for doing their jobs?Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's Indigenous current affairs roundtable discusses the controversial, much-criticized, Muskrat Falls hydro project in Labrador: has an 11th-hour negotiation addressed the critics' concerns? And the Public Health Agency of Canada has shone a spotlight on the issue of family violence in its annual report, including how it impacts Indigenous families. Joining us once again on this week’s roundtable are Colleen Simard and Conrad Prince.   // Our theme is 'nesting' by birocratic.

Brandon returns for his second guest appearance on the show. We talk about another RNC crackdown on distracted driving and discuss being pulled over. Joel is in and out of the show because of some suspect bad pizza. We get into some serious Tinder chat after Brandon finally succeeded in getting a date from it....

Brandon returns for his second guest appearance on the show. We talk about another RNC crackdown on distracted driving and discuss being pulled over. Joel is in and out of the show because of some suspect bad pizza. We get into some serious Tinder chat after Brandon finally succeeded in getting a date from it....

Policy Horizons Canada is a strategic foresight organization within the Public Service of Canada with a mandate to help anticipate emerging policy challenges and opportunities, explore new ideas, and experiment with methods and technologies to support resilient policy development. Sounds very noble and benign, doesn't it? A group of professional policy wonks doing what they do best. Research, comparison and modeling using extrapolated data and solid prediction methods. Gathering the best and most reliable information to base future policy on. So why has nobody heard of them? Ask government, any government, and the answer will be the same. Truths are not always politically useful. In fact, truths are more likely than not to be politically inconvenient. This is why "Horizons" toils invisibly in the background of the system. To minimize real attention on their work by those pesky, interfering citizens. There is nothing preventing the government of the day from completely ignoring their reports, despite the facts within. In March 2016, Horizons released a paper titled "Canada 2030 - Canada in a Changing Global Energy Landscape". This is less than 15 years away, and the findings are pretty straightforward to grasp. Fossil fuels are declining much faster than previously thought possible in the global energy mix. Canada is positioned to be a world leader in renewable and alternative energy generation and storage. But what do we hear and see from governments? Pipelines like NGP, Energy East, TransMountain for declining value products with high volatility. Hydro power generation like Site C and Muskrat Falls that show declining demand and poor profitability long before they are on-line. Billions in annual subsidies to Big Oil because their business models don't work. The facts are out there, yet governments choose to ignore them, at OUR peril. Why? It's time to ask.

Point of View: "Newfoundland is (once again) in a hard spot," says Rex.

Point of View: "Newfoundland is (once again) in a hard spot," says Rex.

Newfoundland's Finance Minister has suddenly resigned. He disagreed with the Premier's risky and increasingly expensive quest to have a Crown Corporation, Nalcor, build and transmit power from Muskrat Falls, Labrador, to export to the eastern seaboard states. Ontario wasted 1.2-billion dollars by supporting, then cancelling, two generating stations. Before that, the province offered contracts to solar power operators at a price six times the average Ontario rate, right before the cost of solar panels collapsed. This in a province where consumers are paying off 20-billion dollars of losses on nuclear plants and power contracts. Now Manitoba's government is flirting with financial disaster with its 34-billion dollar hydro dam building plan. Construction cost estimates have more than doubled, while cheap shale gas in the U.S. has collapsed the power prices Manitoba Hydro can expect to receive. Knowledgeable critics have warned consumers that their rates could end up tripling if the plan is fully implemented. And, in B.C., consumers face a 26 percent rate hike, due to past creative accounting. If consumers were served by private companies with shareholders' money at risk, not consumers’ or taxpayers’, fewer financially-ruinous electricity schemes by politicians would be possible. I’m Roger Currie. Join us again next week for more thoughts on the Frontier. For more on electricity and crown corporation policy, visit our website www.fcpp.org.