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Chatham-Kent police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 34-year-old Chatham woman last night, the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is putting out a big thank you to its supporters after a big day on Giving Tuesday, and the Ontario PC Party in Lambton-Kent-Middlesex appears to be gearing up for election mode.
A single-vehicle collision in Howard Township has claimed the life of a 34-year-old Chatham woman. The Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation got a big boost from generous donors on Giving Tuesday. The Ontario PC Party in Lambton-Kent-Middlesex appears to be gearing up for election mode. The OPP is reminding drivers about what they need to do to prepare for winter driving. The negotiations are still stalled in the Canada Post strike.
The Ontario PC Party has won the riding of Bay of Quinte, replacing former education minister Todd Smith. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into how this may affect a possible spring election. The Government of Ontario has released its public accounts, which show that revenues are up and the deficit is down, but the debt just got bigger. And the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario will launch an investigation into the early expansion of alcohol sales. The report, set to be released in early 2025, could be a bombshell for an early election. Steve's column: (coming soon) John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/do-the-costs-of-wind-power-outweigh-its-benefits-for-ontario Caretaker Convention explainer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gkOtfh0-hQSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Private emails sent between two aides have added a new chapter to the Greenbelt scandal that has plagued the Ontario PC Party. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how this revelation might affect public confidence in government decisions.A new cap on the number of international students could see Ontario's post-secondary schools facing dire financial straits. Schools are saying the decision was rushed, the Federal government says the two-year pause is necessary.Parm Gill, MPP for Milton and Minister of Red Tape Reduction, has resigned from Queen's Park to run federally for Pierre Poilievre. His goal is to take down Justin Trudeau, but his move highlights a schism in Canada's conservative political parties. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/rocco-rossi-isnt-retiring-hes-rewiring John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/will-there-be-enough-evs-to-meet-canadas-target-or-do-we-need-a-plan-b David Moscrop's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/the-greenbelt-scandal-takes-another-turn-and-trust-in-the-ford-government-takes-another-hit Donate to TVO: http://tvo.org/giveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hey Kits! Weekdays at 7-ish Eastern, we livestream a (sometimes) quick take on the news, in addition to our usual formats. The Republican Governor of "The Great State of Etobicoke" emerged, after 17 days of hiding... and this was literally the best the Ontario PC Party could do. We pick up where we left off yesterday with our analysis of yet another disastrous press conference by Dimebag Douggie Disastro. TODAY WE TALK ABOUT: The Beaver Bloops Nervous Nellies Finance Ministers Meet Grade 10 Is All You Need Passport Efficiency Heat Pumps NS Power Play NDP, WTF?!? Bank of Ford ON Economic Update Gag On Our morning show is the purrr-fect thing for busy Kits who are on-the-go, but still want to stay engaged. This is episode 244 of the Daily Beaver Morning Show. ___________________________________________________ If you wish to encourage us to do more, leave us a positive review and stars on Apple Podcasts and/or buy us a cup of coffee. Just go to [https://ko-fi.com/eagerbeaver] to find your way to our tip jar. ____________________________________________________ Not everyone can do everything. But everyone can do something. Because #DemocracyIsSomethingYouDo... Write to your MP, MPP, MLA, MNA, Senator, or preferred local media outlet to tell them you expect them to dig deep into the Doug Ford corruption story as well as indicted-in-the-USA-for-trying-to-steal-an-election Mike Roman's links to Stephen Harper and Andrew Scheer. If you live in the Northwest Territories, there's a territorial election on November 14. Make sure you're registered, vote early if you can, make a plan to vote, and bring a friend to the polls with you. Friends don't let friends do democracy alone. Be a good neighbour: Make sure to get your XBB, flu, pneumonia, and / or RSV shots, to be sure you're ready for both the respiratory virus and holiday gathering seasons. Let's all do our bit to keep our hospitals unclogged Finally, support your fellow Canadians by donating to the Red Cross Wildfire Response. To do some good around the world, the Red Cross also has an appeal to help those devastated by the recent earthquake in Morocco. _________________________________________________ Of course, retweets, shares, gentle corrections, constructive criticism, compliments, tips, requests, bribes to be on the show, and positive reviews (if you think we deserve some stars, please rate us) are always welcome. You can do that via our show's Facebook blog page, via Twitter @TrueEager, or by e-mail at TrueNorthEagerBeaver@gmail.com. And if you really enjoy our podcast, why not subscribe via our Podpage, sponsored by The Rae Girl, [https://www.podpage.com/the-true-north-eager-beaver/], or our True North Eager Beaver Media Inc. YouTube channel, and tell a friend? Until next time, be kind to, and gentle with, yourselves, Your Eager Beaver ____________________________________________________ Thank you to our podcast's founding sponsors: * The Peppermaster * The Miss Vee Mysteries from Corvid Moon Publishing * Canadian Tarot Dot Com Artwork credit: Peter Jarvis [Recording Date: November 3, 2023]
Hey Kits! Weekdays at 7-ish Eastern, we livestream a (sometimes) quick take on the news, in addition to our usual formats. The Republican Governor of "The Great State of Etobicoke" emerged, after 17 days of hiding... and this was literally the best the Ontario PC Party could do. We analyze yet another disastrous press conference by Dumbass Douggie Doughnuts. TODAY WE TALK ABOUT: Keith Leslie Holy Trinity? Gassy Gimmick MZOh No! Doug Goes For a Skate Nobleton, Ontario Who You Calling, Doug? Media: Step it Up! Who Wore it Better? Our morning show is the purrr-fect thing for busy Kits who are on-the-go, but still want to stay engaged. This is episode 242 of the Daily Beaver Morning Show. ___________________________________________________ If you wish to encourage us to do more, leave us a positive review and stars on Apple Podcasts and/or buy us a cup of coffee. Just go to [https://ko-fi.com/eagerbeaver] to find your way to our tip jar. ____________________________________________________ Not everyone can do everything. But everyone can do something. Because #DemocracyIsSomethingYouDo... Write to your MP, MPP, MLA, MNA, Senator, or preferred local media outlet to tell them you expect them to dig deep into the Doug Ford corruption story as well as indicted-in-the-USA-for-trying-to-steal-an-election Mike Roman's links to Stephen Harper and Andrew Scheer. If you live in the Northwest Territories, there's a territorial election on November 14. Make sure you're registered, vote early if you can, make a plan to vote, and bring a friend to the polls with you. Friends don't let friends do democracy alone. Be a good neighbour: Make sure to get your XBB, flu, pneumonia, and / or RSV shots, to be sure you're ready for both the respiratory virus and holiday gathering seasons. Let's all do our bit to keep our hospitals unclogged Finally, support your fellow Canadians by donating to the Red Cross Wildfire Response. To do some good around the world, the Red Cross also has an appeal to help those devastated by the recent earthquake in Morocco. _________________________________________________ Of course, retweets, shares, gentle corrections, constructive criticism, compliments, tips, requests, bribes to be on the show, and positive reviews (if you think we deserve some stars, please rate us) are always welcome. You can do that via our show's Facebook blog page, via Twitter @TrueEager, or by e-mail at TrueNorthEagerBeaver@gmail.com. And if you really enjoy our podcast, why not subscribe via our Podpage, sponsored by The Rae Girl, [https://www.podpage.com/the-true-north-eager-beaver/], or our True North Eager Beaver Media Inc. YouTube channel, and tell a friend? Until next time, be kind to, and gentle with, yourselves, Your Eager Beaver ____________________________________________________ Thank you to our podcast's founding sponsors: * The Peppermaster * The Miss Vee Mysteries from Corvid Moon Publishing * Canadian Tarot Dot Com Artwork credit: Peter Jarvis [Recording Date: November 1, 2023]
Hey Kits! Weekdays at 7-ish Eastern, we livestream a (sometimes) quick take on the news, in addition to our usual formats. The Republican Governor of "The Great State of Etobicoke" emerged, after 17 days of hiding... and this was literally the best the Ontario PC Party could do. We pick up where we left off yesterday with our analysis of yet another disastrous press conference by Dimebag Douggie Disastro. TODAY WE TALK ABOUT: ...and the Kitchen Sink The Pusher Pulled Another Investigation? Cocky vs Confident Pay Transparency Act CONS Can't Math Cheap Points Trucker Trudeau Our morning show is the purrr-fect thing for busy Kits who are on-the-go, but still want to stay engaged. This is episode 243 of the Daily Beaver Morning Show. ___________________________________________________ If you wish to encourage us to do more, leave us a positive review and stars on Apple Podcasts and/or buy us a cup of coffee. Just go to [https://ko-fi.com/eagerbeaver] to find your way to our tip jar. ____________________________________________________ Not everyone can do everything. But everyone can do something. Because #DemocracyIsSomethingYouDo... Write to your MP, MPP, MLA, MNA, Senator, or preferred local media outlet to tell them you expect them to dig deep into the Doug Ford corruption story as well as indicted-in-the-USA-for-trying-to-steal-an-election Mike Roman's links to Stephen Harper and Andrew Scheer. If you live in the Northwest Territories, there's a territorial election on November 14. Make sure you're registered, vote early if you can, make a plan to vote, and bring a friend to the polls with you. Friends don't let friends do democracy alone. Be a good neighbour: Make sure to get your XBB, flu, pneumonia, and / or RSV shots, to be sure you're ready for both the respiratory virus and holiday gathering seasons. Let's all do our bit to keep our hospitals unclogged Finally, support your fellow Canadians by donating to the Red Cross Wildfire Response. To do some good around the world, the Red Cross also has an appeal to help those devastated by the recent earthquake in Morocco. _________________________________________________ Of course, retweets, shares, gentle corrections, constructive criticism, compliments, tips, requests, bribes to be on the show, and positive reviews (if you think we deserve some stars, please rate us) are always welcome. You can do that via our show's Facebook blog page, via Twitter @TrueEager, or by e-mail at TrueNorthEagerBeaver@gmail.com. And if you really enjoy our podcast, why not subscribe via our Podpage, sponsored by The Rae Girl, [https://www.podpage.com/the-true-north-eager-beaver/], or our True North Eager Beaver Media Inc. YouTube channel, and tell a friend? Until next time, be kind to, and gentle with, yourselves, Your Eager Beaver ____________________________________________________ Thank you to our podcast's founding sponsors: * The Peppermaster * The Miss Vee Mysteries from Corvid Moon Publishing * Canadian Tarot Dot Com Artwork credit: Peter Jarvis [Recording Date: November 2, 2023]
TUNE INTO THE TOWN: A NEW "RAGE POLL" & BONNIE CROMBIE TAKING LEAVE OF ABSENCE 12-12:30 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak, David Crombie, Former Mayor of Toronto, and Karen Stintz, CEO, Variety Village. Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie is taking a leave of absence from her role as Mayor as she pursues her leadership of the Ontario Liberal party. A spokesperson for the Ontario PC Party was quick to respond saying, "“It must be nice to take a prolonged vacation from your job. It's clear Bonnie only sees being mayor as a backup plan rather than what it is: a full-time job. She's hedging her bets on becoming leader of the Ontario Liberals when she should be serving the people of Mississauga. Classic Bonnie: It's always about her.” Meanwhile, a new "rage poll" by Pollara indicates that as many as 69 per cent of Ontarians are angry with Premier Doug Ford's Greenbelt plans which has developed into a scandal. ONTARIO SCHOOL BOARD REMOVES BOOKS FROM SHELVES. WHY? 12:30-12:50 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by Libby Znaimer is joined by Brian Lilley, Political Columnist for the Toronto Sun and Jaime Kirzner-Roberts, Vice President, Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA). The Peel District School Board has been undergoing a weeding process whereby it has been removing books on its library shelves from prior to 2008 all with the aim to make its library books selection more inclusive. But the move which commenced last Spring has left many parents concerned when they could no longer find important literary works like A Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank. ONTARIO'S PLAN FOR PHARMACISTS AHEAD OF COVID-19 FALL SEASON 12:50-1 PM Libby Znaimer is joined by Justin Bates, CEO of Ontario Pharmacists Association. The province is planning to allow pharmacies to administer flu shots to babies, and RSV vaccines for adults 60 years of age and older. Justin Bates explains why this is an important step as Fall season comes upon us.
In this episode, we discuss the unique journey of immigrants and the challenges they face along the way. Our guest, Idan moved to Canada in 2016 from Israel as an international student to pursue human resources management from Thompson's River University in Camp Loom, British Columbia. He was a club president at the Thompson River University Toastmasters Club and the executive member of the Human Resources Management Club, and has also worked as a Student Systems Support Analyst. Currently, he is an executive for Ontario PC Party. With such a diverse range of experiences, Idan brings a wealth of knowledge and perspectives to the conversation. Dive in and learn more from Idan's personal journey and the valuable insights he has to offer.Follow the host and the podcast on Social Media channels below: Official Instagram Page MyThickAccent.comGurasis's InstagramGurasis's LinkedIn_________________________________________To contact Idan:Idan's LinkedInIdan's FacebookIdan's InstagramIdan's TwitterIdan's YoutubeDon't forget to leave a comment or a rating!Stay tuned for the exciting new episode every Thursday at 10:00 AM EST and let's continue knowing each other Beneath The Accent! Want to share your story? Or know someone I should invite next on the show? DM us or write to us at Hello@mythickaccent.com
Recently, we focused on the state of democracy in India, which is going through some rather undemocratic times. But we got an email from a viewer who said, we in Ontario shouldn't be so smug, that the state of our democracy could be much improved as well. So, we thought, why not look into that too. For insights, we welcome: House leader Paul Calandra, who's the Progressive Conservative member for Markham-Stouffville; Peter Tabuns, former interim leader and New Democratic Party MPP for Toronto-Danforth; Janet Ecker, former Ontario PC Party cabinet minister; and Martin Regg Cohn, Ontario politics columnist for the Toronto Star.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You have asked for him as a guest. We have made it happen! Get ready to meet the legend, as today's special guest is the one and only Tim Hudak! (@oreainfo) You know the name. Chances are you have seen Tim speak, either on television or headlining many events across Ontario. Now get ready to meet Tim Hudak and learn his amazing life story! Tim has been the CEO of OREA since 2016. Tim and the Chosen Lawyer discuss many of the great initiatives that Tim has spearheaded as part of his role. Before joining OREA, Tim was the leader of the Ontario PC Party, as well as a Minister and MPP. With over 21 years devoted to politics, Tim answers many of the hard questions- including the decision to leave politics and whether he will be back! Tim and the Chosen Lawyer also discuss the current real estate market and the future for Ontario housing. Fun facts: Did you know Tim Hudak was born in Fort Erie? Before joining politics, Tim Hudak worked at the Peace Bridge and with Walmart? Consistently, Tim Hudak has shown throughout his career that he is a born leader and public speaker. He is also in tremendous shape and looks so young for his age. Find out the secrets of his success! Get to know Tim Hudak on a personal level- as he shares all on the Chosen Life! 0:00 - Intro: Tim Hudak is Live 6:06 - Life Story and Background 22:35 - Successful Political Career 35:02 - Secrets to Strong Leadership 42:50 - CEO of OREA 58:18 - Outro: Real Estate Market Outlook Please make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel, hit the LIKE button for today's episode and the notification bell to learn of future episodes of The Chosen Life. Most of all, leave your comments below! We would love to hear from you and your thoughts on today's fabulous guest. Tim Hudak has encouraged the viewers to share their questions for him! The Chosen Life is all about community and we value your views! ____________________________________________________________ STAY CONNECTED:
Episode 91 features Andrew Dowie, the newly-elected MPP for Windsor-Tecumseh. Listen to find out how Andrew became the first Ontario PC Party candidate elected in Windsor-Tecumseh in 93 years & what he's looking to achieve during his term.
Evan Solomon speaks with Kory Teneycke, campaign manager for the Ontario PC Party, on how Doug Ford cruised to a second majority win. What does this mean for the future of the Ontario Liberals? On today's show: Kory Teneycke, 2022 campaign manager for the Ontario PCs, on Doug Ford winning another election. Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin, on the future of the Ontario Liberals. Tim Cook, Canadian War Museum Historian, on the 78th anniversary of D-Day. A man drove his truck into a small crowd marching to honour the victims and survivors of residential schools in B.C. Garrett Dan, a witness and an organizer of the march, joins the show. Alex Finely, a former CIA officer who is now tracking the luxurious superyachts of Russian oligarchs. Francois-Marie Dibon, who just shattered the world record for most bungee jumps in 24 hours.
On this episode of the Construction Record podcast we're taking a look at the results of the Ontario provincial election where Doug Ford won his second term as premier for the Ontario PC Party. Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce managing editor Vince Versace and daily editor Lindsey Cole join digital media editor Warren Frey to talk about how the election results will affect the province's construction industry, labour markets and more. Vince and Lindsey gave their own analysis of the campaign while drawing from the great reporting staff writers Don Wall and Angela Gismondi have put in over the past month as Ontario decided its next government. If you'd like to hear Angela's interviews with Ontario construction stakeholders about that they want to see for the industry after the election, you can listen to them here and here. You can listen to The Construction Record on the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce websites as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. Thanks for listening and we'll see you next week. DCN-JOC News Services
The Hamilton Today Podcast... Father Makarenko returns to the show, for a local perspective on the war in Ukraine, and what Hamiltonians can do to offer support. A new Ipsos poll says that if an election were held tomorrow, Ontario's Progressive Conservative Party would take home 38 per cent of the decided popular vote. Syrup season is here but collecting that sweet, sweet sap can prove to be a bit sticky given some of the weather we have had. How are things going at Westfield Heritage Village? Ontario is lifting masks, in most environments, today but the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board voted against ending the mandatory mask policy for staff and students of all ages on March 21. What does the HWDSB's decision mean for you, whether you're a student or parent of one, if you enter a classroom without a mask from a legal perspective? We look at developments from Russia's war in Ukraine, negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian government and more. CP Rail stoppage has the potential to hit Canada hard. How hard? Let's ask Professor Opher Baron what could be coming down the track. Guests: Father William Makarenko, of the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of St Vladimir, 855 Barton Street East, Hamilton, Ontario Darrell Bricker, CEO of IPSOS Polling Peter Lloyd, Collections Officer with Westfield Heritage Village, 1049 Kirkwall Road, Rockton, Ontario Jen McQueen, concerned parent, former anchor with 900 CHML Dawn Danko, Chair, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Julius Grey, Montreal civil rights lawyer, Senior Partner at Grey Casgrain, s.e.n.c.; a member of the Faculty of Law at McGill University from 1977 to 2002; taught at the Université de Montréal and the Canadian Human Rights School in Charlottetown; Past president of the Canadian Human Rights Foundation, 1985 to 1988 Dr. Aurel Braun, Professor of International Relations and a Senior Member of the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto Dr. Opher Baron, Distinguished Professor of Operations Management, Academic Director, MMA Program at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto Scott Radley. Host of The Scott Radley Show, Columnist with the Hamilton Spectator Host - Scott Thompson Content Producer –William Erskine Technical/Podcast Producer - William Webber Technical/Podcast Co-Producer - Ben Straughan News Anchors – Diana Weeks, Dave Woodard Want to keep up with what happened in Hamilton Today? Subscribe to the podcast! https://omny.fm/shows/scott-thompson-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail and Easter Seals.Get ready politicos because we've assembled a panel of Conservative strategists, operatives, and insiders to discuss the party's fiery leadership race. Joining us are:Dennis Matthews - former advertising advisor to PM Stephen Harper and currently a principal at Enterprise Canada and president of Creative CurrencyMelanie Paradis - served as deputy campaign manager (communications) for Erin O'Toole's successful 2020 Conservative leadership campaign as well as director of communications on Christine Elliott's leadership campaign for the Ontario PC Party in 2018, and currently an executive ghost-writer of speeches for industry executives and politiciansLaryssa Waler - worked in the Harper government in Ottawa and served as executive director of communications for Premier Doug Ford, and currently a principal of GT&CompanyThank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from The Herle Burly on YouTube.
What being unvaccinated could cost you at work, Ontario PC Party under fire over fundraising letters that look like invoices PLUS why Raptors President Masai Ujiri is hopeful the team can return home this season
Police charged a man on Monday for hitting an entire family with his truck on Sunday night in London, Ontario, alleging that he did it intentionally because of their Muslim faith. Four members of the Afzaal family died, leaving the only survivor and youngest child, a boy named Fayez, seriously hurt in hospital.An outpouring of grief from the community and across the country followed; a vigil held Tuesday saw leaders from the three major parties speak. But many Muslims say they don't feel safe now, and not for the first time.On the show, we'll hear from two London residents who share their stories about experiencing and witnessing racism in London, and what needs to happen to move the conversation forward on Islamophobia in Canada.Javeed Sukhera is a child psychiatrist, an associate professor at Western University's medical school, and the outgoing chair of the London Police Services Board.Jeff Bennett was the Ontario PC Party candidate for London West in 2014 and wrote about the Islamophobia he witnessed on the campaign trail in a Facebook post that went viral.
Tim Hudak, CEO of the Ontario Real Estate Association, joins us to talk about the recent StrategyCorp Institute white paper "Rebuilding Ontario: A Framework for Recovery." The paper puts forward 15 ideas to help real estate drive the economic recovery from COVID-19, including options like a temporary land transfer tax holiday and a home renovation tax credit. As former Leader of the Ontario PC Party, Tim also gives his thoughts on Ontario politics and the government's performance as of late.
This week on Exponential: Amanda speaks with Wayne Lewchuk, professor at McMaster University, Faculty of Social Sciences, about the basic income pilot project cancelled by the Ontario PC Party
Mike has considered himself a right-leaning voter for a long time, but something seems different with the current trend of Conservative parties in Canada now. Has the party changed, or has he? Why did he used to resonate so well with the Conservative party when he was younger? There was only one way to find out - a comparison of our current Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, and the Premier when Mike was first able to vote (and while Adam was still in elementary and high school) - Mike Harris. Mike and Adam take a trip down Memory Lane to compare the Progressive Conservatives of Mike Harris against the Ontario PC Party of Doug Ford.
This week on the “From Politics to Property” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Tim Hudak, former leader of the Ontario PC Party and long-time MPP, and current CEO of the Ontario Real Estate Association. The two will discuss the highs and lows of political life, his seamless transition into the private sector and his success at building the association's profile in time for a federal election that will see housing affordability at the forefront of public discourse. Then, the two will go head-to-head in our rapid fire round.
Mitzi Hunter, Finance Critic for the Ontario Liberal Party, MPP for Scarborough Guildwood talks about Dean French, The cabinet shuffle, Ford Fest and education.
This week on the “Ford More Years?” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with the political power panel, including Navigator's Shakir Chambers and Brayden Akers, and iPolitics' Queen's Park reporter Marieke Walsh, to discuss the Ontario PC Party's first year in power. The group will unpack the highs and lows of the last 365 days, and make their predictions for what's to come in the months and years ahead. Then, the panel will go head-to-head in our Queen's Park-themed rapid fire round.
This week Nick and Joe start by explaining pizzagate. They then discuss, among other things, Randy Hillier vs. the Ontario PC Party and a new law banning cell phones from classrooms. In hour two (1.21.49 of the podcast) Nick and Joe are joined by Tanya Granic Allen of Parents as First Educators to discuss the assault on parental rights in Canada.
The expression of human sexuality, and the freedom to have sex with whomever we desire, was a defining quality in the early gay-rights movement, pre-AIDS. How things have changed, and yet, how some things have become worse.Where did this fear of sex start and what is “Sex Panic”?In the queer community, Sex Panic!, was a sexual activism group founded in New York City in 1997:The group characterized itself as a "pro-queer, pro-feminist, anti-racist direct action group" campaigning for sexual freedom in the age of AIDS. It was founded to oppose both mainstream political measures to control sex, and elements within the gay community who advocated same-sex marriage and the restriction of public sexual culture as solutions to the HIV crisis. The group has been depicted as a faction in a gay "culture war" of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. – SourceAs long as we’ve had dogmatic religions there has been sex panic for the simple reasons that sex is fun, liberating, and a basic human behaviour. Sex is a form of creative physical expression that frees the mind, body, and soul to see beauty in the moment. Sex, when fully realized, is a sensual experience, one that involves all of our senses and something that scares the bejesus (pun intended) out of Fundamentalists and Evangelicals.Come to Jesus…I’ve often wondered why people scream during sex, “Oh GOD! OH MY GOD I’m cumming…!” Doesn’t it seem that sex would bring us closer to god, rather than push us away?The problem is not having or feeling a connection with “spirt” or your higher self in the moment of sexual ecstasy. Rather, religious doctrines (taken too literally, and religious texts that have been too secularized) seek to control and suppress sensuality; the innate connection with nature we are all born with.Many religions demonize sexWhy? Because sexual freedom fosters creativity and free thinking.“It should come as no surprise that religious and cultural conservatives view joy, celebration, ecstasy, and exuberance as degenerate. For in their view, they are right: gay spirit undermines patriarchal power structures.” – Raymond L. Rigolisoso, Gay Men and The New Way ForwardSex Panic is an ideologically-based suppression of our basic human need for touch, intimacy, and sex – an absolute denial of that which makes us human. As queers we can invite humanity to let go of ego and ideologies and experience the sensuality of beauty, to recognize that beauty is natural, that beauty is found in the natural world, and that we as humans come from nature.Somebody Please Think of the ChildrenThe logical fallacy, "Think of the children”, can be seen in the misguided actions of the Ontario PC Party’s move to repeal the Ontario sex-ed curriculum back to the dark ages.Concerned parents, limited by dogma and ideological thinking, tell you they are only concerned with protecting their children. But from what, exactly? The debate about sex-ed needs not be based on the manipulation of emotions and the worthlessness of a logical fallacy. Of course we should care about the children, BUT we should care about ALL children:“The existence of gay and lesbian parents is a fact, not ideology. Proponents of anti-gay laws may be trying to 'save the children,' but the ultimate effect of such laws is to harm the physical and psychological well-being of millions of children currently raised by loving GLBT parents.” – SourceFuck it! In the meantime, don’t panic, just have sex.Further Listening & ReadingRead the complete post published on TheGayGuideNetwork: Society : Sex Panic! Somebody, Please Think of the Children!How Gay Men Imbue Culture With Beauty and Creativity – LOP042How to Fight Doug Ford and the Ontario PC Party as LGBTQ+The Hateful Prejudice and Elitism that is Jordan Peterson – LOP056
One of the promises made by the current Ontario PC government was that they would repeal the 2015 Ontario sex-ed curriculum installed by the former Liberal government if they won the election. They repealed the curriculum within months of winning the election in 2018 and temporarily replaced it with the 1998 curriculum.In August a student’s family filed a complaint with the Ontario Human Rights Commission(OHRC) about the PC government’s repeal of the 2015 Ontario sex-ed curriculum, claiming that the 1998 curriculum makes no mention of gender diversity or the rights of LGBTQ students. OHRC is intervening the case before the Human Rights Tribunal.This brings me to Jordan Peterson’s irresponsible tweet and my response:https://twitter.com/Think_Queerly/status/1090301638537932800I decided to listen to the Metro Morning show, in which host Matt Galloway speaks with the OHRC Chief Commissioner, Renu Mandhane about the sex-ed curriculum. The notes and quotes below are taken from the interview, which you can listen to here: Ontario Human Rights Commission intervenes in sex ed case.All students and their families deserve to see themselves represented in Ontario’s curriculum. The interim curriculum fails to do that, missing out on supporting LGBTQ issues, and issues of consent, especially for girls who are over-represented when it comes to sexual violence.The 2015 curriculum dealt significantly with issues around sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, consent to sexual activity.The interim curriculum does mention some of the above concepts but really leaves it up to the teacher to deal with as they arise in the classroom. Of course, they may not arise which leaves kids without getting this information that would have otherwise been delivered.The job of the OHRC is human rights and to hold the government accountable.“The goal of the Ontario Human Rights Commission is to ensure that vulnerable and marginalized people are protected however unpopular they may be in society.” - Chief Commissioner, Renu MandhaneGalloway asks Mandhane how one responds to the parents who agree with what the current Ontario PC provincial government is doing, and who claim that they weren’t consulted, or that the material is age-inappropriate, etc. (My note: there were many studies and consultations by the previous Liberal government which can be easily found and referenced online.)Mandhane’s response is simple and elegant (paraphrasing):‘The curriculum needs to represent everyone who calls Ontario home. There’s a lack of knowledge some people have about other groups, but the solution cannot be an erasure of groups from the curriculum. What needs to happen with the future generation of students is a discussion about their human rights and their responsibility to other people.’What about the argument, ‘We voted for this government. Our concerns are now being trampled by the Human Rights tribunal.’“The fundamental basis of human rights is the protection of vulnerable people from simple majority rule.”Governments cannot act in a way that is discriminatory, even when they have a wide scope in which to act.The OHRC wants to ensure that LGBT students and girls receive the information they need as some of the most vulnerable people in society. They don’t vote but they are deeply impacted by these decisions.The social reality is that many youth face homelessness, girls face sexual violence, and many LGBT students don’t feel safe at schools. This is why the government must reflect this reality in the sex-ed curriculum.“The more you challenge people and the status quo, the more you face backlash.” – Nighat DadFurther readingWe Need Humane Rights, Not Human Rights – LOP037How to Fight Doug Ford and the Ontario PC Party as LGBTQ+If You’re Straight, You Need to Come Out as HumaneWhy Do Queers Get So Fucking Angry?“Fucking Faggots Are Illegal”Not Having to Bake Cakes for LGBTQ People Is an Insult to HumanityShoving My Queer Agenda in Your Face — Take It!LGBTQ People Need This One Thing More than Allies
Alex is joined by Bob Richardson, Senior Counsel, National Public Relations, and Anthony Furey, Toronto Sun journalist, columnist and national comment editor, for this edition of Counterpoint. Topics include: A photo op and comments highlight Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent trip to Buenos Aires, Liberal MP Raj Grewal remains in the Liberal caucus, despite being under investigation by the RCMP and the departure of MPP Amanda Simard from the Ontario PC Party has landed her on the front page of a Montreal-based tabloid newspaper.
Populism is on the rise in North America and elsewhere, but for the first time it seems like we’re beginning to see it’s negative effects in Canada, and specifically in Ontario where the Ontario PC Party won a majority election earlier this year.At a recent annual party convention the ON PC Party voted on a resolution that to me is a prime example of the first real step backwards for human rights in Canada, and specifically the rights of transgender people – and by affect, all LGBTQ+ people, anyone who is considered “other” and not part of the status quo.Read more about the resolution in the article I wrote for the Gay Guide Network, How to Fight Doug Ford and the Ontario PC Party as LGBTQ+http://thegayguidenetwork.com/how-to-fight-doug-ford-and-the-ontario-pc-party-as-lgbtq/Below is the quote I read from J.J. Belanger:“I come from humane human rights, I put humane there, humane human rights. I have no regard for civil and legal rights, per se. To me it’s a waste of time and political activism, because they’re only pieces of paper. They can be rescinded and changed by a councilman, a councilwoman, a supervisor, a governor or a president. We have plenty of evidence of that. So I’m saying, if we don’t learn, to me, heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, ambisexual – these are sex acts, per se. They’re not a lifestyle. What we do in bed, per se, as individuals, is nobody’s business out there. But I’m saying, if we don’t address humane human rights we’re gonna lose the ballgame.”From the Making Gay History Podcast.
This week we have a mega panel with Benny, Ian, Marty, Tim, Gavin, and Andrew. The panel covers the best news with Ontario’s 14.5 billion dollar deficit, BC providing gender affirmation surgeries while the Ontario Progressive Conservatives threaten to debate gender identity. A Canadian special forces soldier is up on charges of theft of $23,000 of military property, while other soldiers are on suspensions following accusations of their surplus store having links to white supremacists. This week in Firearms the Coalition for Gun Control unveils new advertisements in Toronto and mothers of shooting victims call for a handgun ban, while other leftists call for the criminalization of firearms possession in Canada, after failing to read the current firearms laws. Intro Hello to all you patriots out there in podcast land and welcome to Episode 159 of Canadian Patriot Podcast, the number one LIVE podcast in Canada. Recorded Monday Nov 19 2018. 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(Turns out hippies can actually make good booze when they lay off the weed and choose to work. ) Gavin - Jack Daniels Rye & Diet Ginger Ale Benny - Johnnie walker Black label News Generic News Ontario fiscal update reveals $14.5B deficit, tax exemption for low-income earners https://globalnews.ca/news/4665029/ontario-government-to-announce-tax-exemption-for-low-income-workers-in-fall-fiscal-update/?fbclid=IwAR3EBlgqWK4Pen8wVy9THlIL_uM04wiOJGnIiVTFeAYHEu2Yc96OIcvPIgo Gender Studies Publicly funded gender-affirmation surgeries will soon be provided in BC https://www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/news/news/Provincial/Gender_affirming_surgeries_will_become_publicly_funded_in_B_C_next_year/?fbclid=IwAR14vYN5JpH5-iyM9Kr2toTZghnQsMcKMpPx-hn21jb5imVY2QrqisDDM_c Ontario PC Party passes resolution to debate recognition of gender identity https://globalnews.ca/news/4673240/ontario-pc-recognize-gender-identity/?fbclid=IwAR0imjAxwo5ZAL9BdKMh9vqLgs6gf3xsqGnGqvbGx5H0CWnERAcHHnk-kd4 Military Military mum on how commando allegedly walked away with $23k in gear https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/military-mum-on-how-commando-allegedly-walked-away-with-23k-in-gear?fbclid=IwAR3Qyw6-Q8TFDoKceQh_0syCq_HgqeFBWFuAuxIH9WbHWnuGcJIU0AA1aYM Canadian soldiers suspended as military investigates Calgary-based surplus store's alleged white supremacist links https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/canadian-soldiers-suspended-as-military-investigates-caglary-based-surplus-stores-alleged-white-supremacist-links?fbclid=IwAR2pgVBP6kRi1tvxq9NJnLPn67RGaGDyBVQtN_aL0ZXyv6Dg0egOZSj7b24 Firearms Moms of shot kids want gun control, not prayers, mother says as group launches campaign for handgun ban https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2018/11/13/moms-of-shot-kids-want-gun-control-not-prayers-mother-says-as-group-launches-campaign-for-handgun-ban.html?fbclid=IwAR1HFOKXprumYkeup7tj67lJmPA4S6PKZoMX73EgNenunsTQQi7VYwro_Ak We must criminalize gun possession in Canada https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-we-must-criminalize-gun-possession-in-canada/?fbclid=IwAR0utVJhkAN2rmM9ZN1iLVeoDEAH5x3GeDkPf7O0PeqH7RoLyKd2aaSRYak Rapid Fire Feedback Aussi gun states since the laws vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1r1yECONZE Outro Andrew - https://ragnaroktactical.ca/ Visit us at www.canadianpatriotpodcast.com like us on Facebook at www.facebook.comcanadianpatriotpodcast We value your opinions so please visit www.canadianpatriotpodcast.com/feedback/ or email us at feedback@canadianpatriotpodcast.com and let us know what you think. 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Photo: (Global News) Over the weekend, the Ontario PC party passed a resolution to debate whether the part should recognize gender identity. Guest: Jyssika Russell, Project Coordinator of Speqtrum Hamilton.
Jim Karahalios candidate for president of the Ontario PC Party of Canada talks about the PC Party, Axe the Carbon Tax, and Take Back Our PC Party.
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator's Anne Kilpatrick, Amanda Galbraith, and Ryan Guptill to discuss the victory of the Ontario PC Party and Doug Ford's transition to power. In the first half of the episode, Anne and David speak about Navigator's What Just Happened? research results. In the second half, Amanda and Ryan break down what to expect from the Ford government as it takes the reins of the province. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
A new report sponsored by the Ontario Power Generation says that if the Ontario government keeps the Pickering nuclear plant open, it'd make economic sense and the move would add a total $12.3 Billion to the GDP. Guest - Tom Adams. Independent Energy & Environmental Consultant Ontario has limited procurement of supplies from New York state due to their implementation of a “Buy American” law. How is this going to affect Ontarians? Guest - Rocco Rossi, President of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce A rally will be held in support of Doug Ford tonight. Doug Ford joins Scott to discuss the issues at hand. Guest - Doug Ford, leader of the Ontario PC Party
A rally will be held in support of Doug Ford tonight. Doug Ford joins Scott to discuss the issues at hand. Guest - Doug Ford, leader of the Ontario PC Party
Sean Simpson, Vice President, Canada, Public Affairs IPSOS talks about what new polling numbers that show in terms of the Ontario PC Party support after the election of Doug Ford as the new leader.
Brian shows that he is right on yet another election unlike the smartypants set that keep getting things wrong like Brexit, Trump, Ford and more. Speaking of Ford, Doug joins Brian to discuss his leadership win, what he wants to do going forward. Radio host John Gormley joins the show to explain what he learned about a CBC Fake News report driven by a race theme. Jim Karaholios, the man behind Axe the Carbon Tax, on what he did to change the Ontario PC Party. Plus your calls and Brian's thought on lectures at universities against whiteness.
Journalist Christina Blizzard joins Alex Pierson to talk about Doug Ford's victory and his potential appeal to the province.
The people of the “Progressive” Conservative Party of Ontario have spoken, and Doug Ford is their leader. What does this mean for progressives, if anything? How should they respond, if at all? In this podcast, Sandy and Nora discuss this and whether or not we should even care. Spoiler Alert: we should. The post Episode 12: Douggie F, the new leader of the Ontario PC Party appeared first on Sandy & Nora Talk Politics.
Doug Ford, newly elected leader of the Ontario PC Party talks about his platform. PART 2
Doug Ford, newly elected leader of the Ontario PC Party talks about his platform for the upcoming election. / Part 1
Photo: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young) Doug Ford has been chosen as the new leader of the Ontario PC Party. The other front runner for the race, Christine Elliot met with the new leader yesterday to congratulate him. Guest: Alan Carter, Anchor & Queen's Park Bureau Chief, Global News.
Photo: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young) Doug Ford has been chosen as the new leader of the Ontario PC Party. The other front runner for the race, Christine Elliot met with the new leader yesterday to congratulate him. Guest: Alan Carter, Anchor & Queen's Park Bureau Chief, Global News. A piece in the Bay Observer says that three NDP constituency offices have had several serious allegations of harassment and bullying. Guest: John Best. Publisher of the Bay Observer. With the vote this weekend being split and had to be recounted for the PC leadership, should ranked balloting be removed? Should it stay? Guest: Christo Aivalis, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow in History at the University of Toronto.
Doug Ford won the leadership of the Ontario PC party. He was accused of being the populism candidate. Is that an accurate description of the way he'd like to take the party? Does he stand a chance of defeating Kathleen Wynne? Will he fare better than Brown? Guest - Alex Pierson, host of On Point with Alex Pierson, Global News Radio
Alex Pierson speaks to chair of the PC Party of Ontario's Leadership Election Organizing Committee Hartley Lefton about the application filed for an injunction in the PC party's race and what this means for the election.
John Nunziata, Canadian lawyer and former politician talk about the PC party voting issues, and that legal counsel has been retained by disenfranchised Ontario PC Party members to seek a court injunction to extend the leadership process to allow them to vote.
Donald Trump threatened Canada with tariffs and then blinked. Listen in shock and horror as Brian says something nice about Justin Trudeau and his team and then warns of the future. While Trump says no tariffs for now he has tied it to NAFTA and militry spending. If Trudeau screws this up we are in trouble. Aaron Gairdner, Warren Kinsella and Carlo Dade weigh in. And Doug Ford blasts the Ontario PC Party leadership for not extending the voting period.
This weekend, Ontario's Progressive Conservative party will vote on a new leader to replace Patrick Brown. In this episode, Rocco Achampong joins us to discuss the tumultuous past few weeks from his perspective as a member of the PC party. Achampong is a Toronto-based lawyer and former provincial PC candidate for the riding of St. Paul's. He is also a former candidate in the mayoral race in Toronto in 2010. Host: John Michael McGrath, Producers: Colin Ellis and Tim Alamenciak, Technical Producer: Matthew O'Mara, Production Coordinator: Caitlin Plummer, Podcast Manager: Hannah Sung. CBC News/youtube.com
Alex Pierson speaks with Senior Communications Associate at Sussex Strategy about the PC party's problems getting PINs to their membership.
The Prime Minister spent the week, it was supposed to be a week to improve Canada-India relations but the visit was mired in controversy. What does this mean for relations between our two nations? Then Ontario PC leadership candidates will debate in Ottawa on Wednesday, who is leading in the polls and how what does this mean for the provincial election in June? And the federal government will table its third budget on Tuesday, what can taxpayers expect on budget day? Guests: Ujjal Dosanjh, Former B.C. Premier; Tasha Kheiriddin, Global News Radio; Robert Benzie, Toronto Star; Craig Alexander, Chief Economist Conference Board of Canada
After a week of surprising developments in the race for Leadership of the Ontario Progressive Conservatives, Roy has a follow-up conversation with candidate Doug Ford. Guest: Doug Ford, leadership candidate for the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario (Photo: Chris Young/The Canadian Press) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick Brown joined the leadership race for the Ontario Progressive Conservative party yesterday, seeking to reclaim his old job after resigning last month amidst sexual misconduct allegations. Brown had been kicked out of caucus by the interim party leader earlier in the day. Are these developments good for the party? What about Patrick Brown? Guest: Alex Pierson, host of "ON Point with Alex Pierson" on Global News Radio (Photo: Global News) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Photo: (Caroline Mulroney/Twitter) Rallies were held in Toronto this weekend, one held by Doug Ford, PC leadership candidate and one by Premier Wynne. How did they rally their bases? What was some of the messaging that Ford laid out? ALSO: Caroline Mulroney has now thrown her name into contention for the leadership of the Ontario PC party. Guest: Barry Kay, Political Science Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.
The Ontario PC party has announced that it's members will be selecting a new leader to replace Patrick Brown on March 10th. In the meantime, MP Alex Nuttall spoke out about this situation, saying that the downfall of Patrick Brown was an ‘inside job'. Guest: Christo Aivalis, Social Sciences and humanities Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow in History at the University of Toronto.
Photo: (Global News) Vic Fedeli who is the current interim leader for the Ontario PC party says he won't be running for the leadership of the party. At the same time, some insiders spoke to the Toronto Sun saying the party expects to address the leadership issue today. What's the current sitch? Guest: Barry Kay, political science professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Photo: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young) Ontario PC party leader Patrick Brown has resigned from his position amid sexual misconduct allegations. Guest: Richard Brennan, retired journalist with the Toronto Star. Covered Queen's Park and Parliament Hill.
The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Patrick Brown, Leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party Patrick Brown outlines his commitment to get the People's Guarantee accomplished in his first mandate, or he won't seek a second. Patrick Brown is the Leader of the Ontario PC Party and is the Ontario PC candidate for Barrie Springwater Oro Medonte. He was elected as Leader of the Ontario PC Party in May 2015, and MPP for Simcoe North in September 2015. Patrick studied political science at the University of Toronto before earning his law degree from the University of Windsor. Patrick has dedicated his life to public service. He was first elected at the age of 22 to Barrie City Council. Patrick then ran for the Conservative Party of Canada, defeating a Liberal cabinet minister to become the MP for Barrie, where he served for nine years. He is active in his community and has helped to raise nearly $2 million dollars for local hospitals and charities. What drives Patrick to serve is his optimism that Ontario can once again be the economic engine of the country, and he can make life more affordable for families who want to pay less and get ahead. Speaker: Patrick Brown, Leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*
Is the leader of the Ontario PC party at war with his own party? With controversial nomination meetings, riding association executives quitting and party elders going public with criticism, things look turbulent within the party. Guest: Christo Aivalis, Social Sciences and humanities Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow in History at the University of Toronto-Scott wrote in his blog about how while visiting a local Beer Store, he encountered horrible customer service. In Ontario, asides from grocery stores, there is no major chain for selling alcohol asides from the Beer Store and LCBO. Are we growing tired of the LCBO/Beer Store monopoly?Guest: Dan Malleck, Health Sciences Professor, Brock University and author: Try to Control Yourself: The regulation ofpublic drinking in post prohibition Ontario-Why are millennials staying at home? A report entitled GenY At Home was released yesterday and says that housing prices and debt are forcing millennials to stay home longer. Guest: Nancy Worth, lead researcher on the report and geography professor at the University of Waterloo-An Ottawa woman could lose an eye after getting a sclera tattoo (eyeball tattoo). She has been vocal in regards to what has happened since having a purple sclera tattoo done, having lost partial vision already. She has gone on Facebook Live to answer questions in regards to this as well. Are we going too far with body modification? Guest: Shane Mussche, tattoo artist at Grim City Tattoo ClubandDr. Barry Thienes, Past President of the Canadian Association of Optometrists and a practising optometrist
Is the leader of the Ontario PC party at war with his own party? With controversial nomination meetings, riding association executives quitting and party elders going public with criticism, things look turbulent within the party. Guest: Christo Aivalis, Social Sciences and humanities Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow in History at the University of Toronto(Photo: Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press)
Ontario's Affordability Crisis
Ontario's Affordability Crisis
Did Wynne make the right call on not tolling roads but transferring gas tax to municipalities? Guest: Michael Harris, Transport Critic for the Ontario PC Party.
Premier Kathleen Wynne is putting on the brakes when it comes to Toronto's move to instill road tolls on the Gardiner and Don Valley Parkway. Instead, she has pledged for additional transit funding. Guest: Nour El-Kadri, Professor at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. Did Wynne make the right call on not tolling roads but transferring gas tax to municipalities? Guest: Michael Harris, Transport Critic for the Ontario PC Party. Guest: Christine Van Geyn, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Ontario Director. An IPSOS poll says that in 2019, we could possibly see Kevin O'Leary be a threat against Justin Trudeau's Liberal party. Guest: Sean Simpson, Vice President. Ipsos Public Affairs. Guest: Peter Graefe. Professor of Political Science, McMaster University.
Ontario motorists are paying more for gas now that the provincial government's cap-and-trade program is in place, with experts warning that prices will continue to climb throughout 2017. In a series of tweets sent out recently. Ontario PC Party leader Patrick Brown called the cap-and-trade program, which is estimated to raise $1.9 billion per year for the province, a
Premier Wynne has suggested that the Ontario government will not stand in the way of a request to impose toll roads on two major highways doing through downtown Toronto. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. Hydro One will reconnect more than 1,400 customers currently without power. They have also announced a new Winter Relief program to help customers in hardship get their service reconnected for the winter. Guest: Ferio Pugliese, Executive Vice President, Customer Care and Corporate Affairs, Hydro One. A local Hamilton company has built a system that is designed to help high energy users save money on their bills by building an energy management unit in an old shipping container. Guest: Darko Ulakovic, President of ECO-H.
Premier Wynne has suggested that the Ontario government will not stand in the way of a request to impose toll roads on two major highways going through downtown Toronto. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
Justin Trudeau raises the ire of many with his praising of Fidel Castro on the death of the 90-year-old Cuban dictator. Guest: Nelson Taylor, director of International Relations for the Cuban Canadian Foundation - Canadian climatologist Dr. Timothy Ball has been summoned to meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's transition head of the EPA, Myron Ebell. Guest: Dr. Timothy Ball - Michael Banerian is a member of the U.S. College of Electors - the men and women who will cast the final vote for who becomes President of the United States. 270 votes will win it for Trump. Guest: Michael Banerian, one of several members of the College of Electors who is receiving death threats - Kathleen Wynne admits she made a "mistake" on electricity initiatives which have resulted in Ontario residents (particularly the rural poor) having to choose between light/heat and food and rent. Guests: Francesca Dobbyn, executive director of Bruce Grey County United Way Paula, an Ontario resident facing hydro cut off and trying to balance outrageously high electricity bills, as well as paying for food and rent - Ontario PC Party leader Patrick Brown comments on Premier Kathleen Wynne's "I made a mistake" teary confession. Guest: Patrick Brown See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ontario PC Party leader Patrick Brown comments on Premier Kathleen Wynne's "I made a mistake" teary confession. Guest: Patrick Brown (Photo courtesy of Global News, credit to Sean Kilpatrick of The Canadian Press) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As condolences and well-wishes continue to roll in in the wake of the passing of Rob Ford, Councillor John Filion, who wrote a book on the former mayor, and MPP Tim Hudak, former Ontario PC Party leader, weighed in with their thoughts on the man.
Premier Wynne at an event yesterday defended the Liberal government's decision to introduce cap and trade next year. She also called Ontarians “very bad actors” when it comes to creating greenhouse gases. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
Premier Wynne at an event yesterday defended the Liberal government's decision to introduce cap and trade next year. She also called Ontarians “very bad actors” when it comes to creating greenhouse gases. Guest: Patrick Brown, Leader of the Ontario PC Party. Premier Wynne defended the Liberal government's decision to introduce cap and trade next year. What are the differences between carbon taxes and cap and trade systems? We are marching down to an election in 2018, could her comments affect public perception? ALSO: Tony Clement stepping out of the Conservative Leadership Race. Guest: Dr. Ross McKitrick, Professor of Economics and CBE Fellow in Sustainable Commerce, Department of Economics and Finance with the University of Guelph. Guest: Peter Graefe. Professor of Political Science, McMaster University. Valeant Pharmaceutical hiked the price of a drug used for lead poisoning by more than 2700%. They acquired the drug Calcium EDTA as part of a deal to buy a company. Guest: Michael Veall, Professor with the Department of Economics at McMaster University.
The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Mr. Patrick Brown, MPP, Leader of the PC Party of Ontario Patrick Brown was elected Leader of the Ontario PC Party in May, 2015 and MPP for Simcoe North a few months later in September, 2015. He began his public service career when he was elected at the age of 22 to Barrie City Council while still a student. Patrick stepped into federal politics in 2004, running for the newly formed Conservative Party of Canada in Barrie. He lost that year, but ran again in 2006 and defeated a cabinet minister to become MP for Barrie. Patrick served as MP for nine years until stepping down after winning the Ontario PC Leadership. Patrick works tirelessly to listen to and build strong partnerships with individuals, groups, first responder organizations, both at home and abroad, establishing connections that enable him to better serve his constituents and to serve the people of Ontario as Leader of the Official Opposition. An alumni of St. Michael's College School in Toronto, Patrick studied political science at the University of Toronto before earning his LL.B from the University of Windsor. Patrick also attended l'Université du Québec à Trois Rivières for extensive French studies. Patrick is an avid hockey, tennis player and accomplished marathon runner. He has helped to raise nearly $2 million dollars for the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie and other charities, including JDRF, Autism Ontario, ALS Canada, Busby Street Centre, Talk is Free Theatre, and The Bill Wilkins Scholarship. Speaker: Mr. Patrick Brown, MPP, Leader of the PC Party of Ontario *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*
The Ontario PC Party is not impressed with the hydro rates in the province. Patrick Brown will discuss politics going forward, as well as the lawsuit on the sale of Hydro One, and campaign financing. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
This week, the Ontario government announced that it would provide relief for consumers in Ontario by removing the HST tax off of hydro bills. What are the details? Guest: Glenn Thibeault, Minister of Energy, Ontario Government. The Ontario PC Party is not impressed with the hydro rates in the province. Patrick Brown discussed politics going forward, as well as the lawsuit on the sale of Hydro One, and campaign financing. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. The Ontario Liberal Party has apparently issued a petition against itself and its own policies. Guest: Christine Van Geyn, CTF Ontario Director. How can the Ontario government save their image in the eyes of voters? Guest: Elissa Freeman, Principal, Elissa PR Communications/ Columnist: Huffington Post, canada.com & PR Daily .
The Ontario PC party has broken the Liberal stronghold of Toronto with a win in Scarborough-Rouge River. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
The Ontario PC party has broken the Liberal stronghold of Toronto with a win in Scarborough-Rouge River. What does the win mean for the Ontario PC party? Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. Guest: Rebecca Thompson, former communications officer for the Prime Minister's office. With the latest Anthony Weiner scandal, and now divorce, what will happen his kid? How damaging can scandals be on a divorce case? Guest: Joanne Guarasci, Family Law, Ross & McBride Candidate for the Conservative Party leadership Kellie Leitch wants to know what her supporters think about vetting immigrants and refugees for “anti-Canadian Values”. Guest: Jamie Ellerton, Principal, Conaptus Ltd. Guest: Faith Goldy, Host with The Rebel.
Patrick Brown joins the Oakley Show to discuss the sex-ed letter he now calls a mistake.
Patrick Brown joined Alex Pierson to talk about the reversal of position on the sex education curriculum. He says that the letter in regards to the curriculum was a mistake. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
Doctors have rejected a tentative four year agreement with the Ontario Government. The OMA says that 63% of its members voted against the deal. Guest: Kuvinder Gill, Concerned Ontario Doctors.A reaction on the OMA decision from Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. The Burlington Skyway reopened yesterday following a police investigation that was resolved successfully. How do police and OPP handle situations such as this? Guest: OPP Sergeant Kerry Schmidt. Skyway continued… Guest: Oren Amitay, Registered Psychologist and Media Consultant,DocAmitay.com.
Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party, gave us his reaction to doctors rejecting the OMA deal. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
The Missing Murdered Indigenous Women inquiry will officially begin on September 1st with a mandate to study underlying causes and systemic issues that contribute to the problem. Guest: Anthony Furey, Sun Media columnist & national comment editor Donald Trump has not endorsed two high profile republicans – House Speaker Paul Ryan and Sen. John McCain. ALSO; It's been revealed that the Obama administration secretly gave $400 million in cash to Iran in exchange for the release of four Americans detained. Guest: Ray Heard, Liberal strategist. A By-election was called for Scarborough-Rouge River this morning, with an election date of September 1st. No word on one for Ottawa-Vanier. Guest: Christina Blizzard, Queen's Park Columnist for Postmedia Network. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party.
We talk period pay, the Ontario PC Party convention and the party's shift towards more progressive policies (with guest MPP Lisa MacLeod) and First Ladies & Fashion. Why must first ladies be either "stylish" or invisible? Also, we listen to Rihanna #work.
Will and Greg have spent a week watching elections in PEI, Alberta, and the UK instead of sleeping, and yammer on endlessly about them. Featuring a special guest appearance by the Ontario PC Party leadership race.
The Ontario PC Party is having their policy convention, and Will and Greg have a lot to say about it. The "Name The City" quiz also returns. Special appearances by the Pope, Nova Scotia, and half the federal Liberal Caucus. Don't forget to help us out by subscribing and rating on iTunes and by sharing your thoughts in the comments! Also, you can directly support the show by checking out some of the new merchandise we're offering through our new Cafepress store at cafepress.com/spillwayca!
Change for Ontario Families
Change Ahead: Tim Hudak talks about the change Ontario families will be looking for in the upcoming election