Podcasts about Ontario Place

Ontario Place was once a go-to summer destination on Toronto's waterfront. It has since fallen into disrepair. The Ontario government has a controversial plan to revitalize the site including a partnership with a private spa company. To debate that plan, we hear from Adam Vaughan representing Therme Canada, and Ann Elisabeth Samson on behalf of Ontario Place for All.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Vaughan, Senior Advisor at Therme Canada and former Member of Parliament & former Toronto City Councillor, joins Greg to talk about how he went from being a critic of Premier Ford and the Ontario Place spa to supporter of both Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re all scratching our heads at this one. Plus – Where can you get the best freebies?GUESTS: Ann Elisabeth Samson - co-chair of Ontario Place for All Alistair Hepburn - Executive Director at ACTRA Canada

We get the latest on the Therme waterpark and spa project with Rob Benzie, Queen's Park bureau chief for the Toronto star.  

Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative government in Ontario has leased the public space of OP to the Therme Spa company, which promises to bring wellness and democracy to the good citizens of Toronto, for a price. Bruce Van Dieten and Ann-Elizabeth Samson of Ontario Place for All join Matthew to discuss the history and possible future of Toronto's cherished public space. Bruce is "a retired busybody with nothing better to do than to lodge burrs under the saddles of politicians who see us as customers instead of citizens and treat us like obstacles." Ann Elisabeth Samson specializes in equality, innovation, and futures thinking. She founded and ran BabyCenter Canada, and led the launch of the $300M Equality Fund. She is co-chair of Ontario Place for All and as an open water swimmer and rower - loves Lake Ontario. Show Notes Ontario Place for All  “To Rid Society of Imbeciles”: The Impact of Dr. John Harvey Kellogg's Stand for Eugenics RFK Jr. Wants to Send People Addicted to Antidepressants to Government “Wellness Farms” Ontario Place  Quick Facts & Analysis + Fact Checker: Ford government's health care funding Ford government spending $525-675M on Therme Spa to get up to $380-580M in value back if it is successful for 95 years: analysis Ford says he will ‘double and triple check' Ontario Place deal after new report European Spa Company Therme Misrepresented Itself in an Effort to Expand Into Canada Province grilled over Therme's credentials to build luxury spa at Ontario Place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 1849, Jack and guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra are joined by host of Stuff They Don't Want You To Know, Ridiculous History, and Missing In Arizona, Ben Bowlin, to discuss… Measles Is A Bioweapon Now Actually, Complicity Huffman - Politico / White House Correspondence Association Bends The Knee, Seth Rogen Jokes Cut Because They’re Mean to Trump, What?! Fyre Fest 2 Isn’t Happening?!! An Austrian Spa Scam Is Ruining Toronto – And It May Be Coming For The Rest Of The World and more! Anti-Vaxxers Are Grifting Off the Measles Outbreak—and Claim a Bioweapon Caused It Seth Rogen Jokes Cut Because They’re Mean to Trump Seth Rogen’s Criticism of Silicon Valley’s Support for Trump Was Cut From the “Full” Stream of Breakthrough Prize Comic Amber Ruffin cut from White House correspondents’ event after angering Trump team What?! Fyre Fest 2 Isn’t Happening?!! Fyre Festival 2 calls off Mexico plans but insists event is not dead An Austrian Spa Scam Is Ruining Toronto – And It May Be Coming For The Rest Of The World Ontario Place redevelopment cost rises by $1.8-billion as Auditor-General questions bid process Follow the money to Ontario Place Ford to 'double-check' Ontario Place spa deal following NYT claims about Therme Appointment of Ford friend raises concerns about fate of Ontario Place Ford wedding guests received appointments, zoning orders, Greenbelt land removals LISTEN: Deep Fried Frenz by MF DOOM WATCH: The Daily Zeitgeist on Youtube! L.A. Wildfire Relief: Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two young men were gunned down by two suspects in a Riverdale neighbourhood, according to police, at around 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday night; Premier Doug Ford says he’s considering options of lifting interprovincial trade barriers, ranging from alcohol sales to better access to specialized employment in light of U.S. tariffs; and, a New York Times investigation of the provincial government’s deal with Therme alleges the company provided inaccurate information during the bidding process to build at Ontario Place.

One first responder described a fatal, fiery crash on Lakeshore Boulevard as one of the worst of his career after a vehicle hit a hydro pole that then fell, trapping the driver inside; opposition provincial parties want a further investigation done into the multi-million dollar deal to place a spa on the grounds of Ontario Place; and, an Ontario woman says squirrels have been building nests under the hood and chewing wires and other critical parts.

CALLS: What should be done? ‘Cancel the deal,’ Ontarians urge Doug Ford to scrap Ontario Place spa after investigation claims developer made false claims to secure contract https://nowtoronto.com/news/ontarians-urge-doug-ford-to-scrap-ontario-place-spa-after-investigation-claims-developer-made-false-claims-to-secure-contract/ Deb Hutton - former senior advisor to two premiers and now host of 2-4pm here at NEWSTALK 1010 speaking on the Federal Debate tonight Vassy’s interview with the debate commissioner

In this 1663rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Toronto Star city columnist Ed Keenan about what's happening in the city of Toronto. We talked Trump, tariffs, the red canoe, the CN Tower, Ontario Place, Doug Ford, the federal election, and so much more. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, Silverwax, Yes We Are Open, Nick Ainisand RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Today we delve into the importance of public and free third spaces and how they impact your mental health. We had the pleasure of talking with filmmaker, Ali Weinstein about her first observational documentary, Your Tomorrow, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024.  The film is about the last year in the life of Ontario Place which became a defacto public park 10 years ago after living many lives as an educational and entertainment destination. Ontario Place was a third space that acted as a refuge to a lot of Torontonians until the government decided to turn the main part of the space into a private spa and despite public process, construction began in October of 2024, a month after Ali's documentary premiered.  For those of you who haven't heard of third places before, it's a sociological term that refers to the social surroundings that are separate from the two usual social environments of home ("first place") and the workplace ("second place"). Third places, then, are "anchors" of community life and facilitate and foster broader, more creative interaction. They are spaces like churches, cafes, libraries, gyms, bookstores, gaming spaces, parks, and theatres, where people can gather, relax, and engage in meaningful interactions, which can positively impact mental health by fostering a sense of community and belonging Third places are where we can both affirm our own identities and build empathy for identities different from our own.  In Ray Oldenburg and Karen Christensen's 1989 book The Great Good Place, Oldenburg argues that third places are important for democracy, civic engagement, and a sense of place. IN the 2023 edition, Christensen argues that third places are also the answer to loneliness, political polarization, and climate resilience.  Contact us: BraaainsPodcast.com Follow: @BraaainsPodcast Music: @_Deppisch_ Support this show: Patreon.com/BraaainsPodcast

The Agenda's week in review looked at nostalgia for Ontario Place, the NDP's chances in the federal election, the effectiveness of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, and whether Canada can find more reliable trade partners than the U.S.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ontario Place may be under redevelopment, but the park holds a special place for thousands of Ontarians who swim, bike, and play on the grounds. And in her new TVO Original documentary "Your Tomorrow," director Ali Weinstein shows how people continue to bring meaning and magic to one of Ontario's crown jewels. Joining Jeyan Jeganathan to discuss are Ali Weinstein and two of the film's participants: Julia Sasso and Peter Welsh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textAre the courts becoming the new political battlegrounds? Gavin and Stephen dive into the concept of "lawfare"—the weaponization of the legal system for political gain. Focusing on the Ontario Place redevelopment case, they explore the delicate balance between democratic governance and the courts' role as a check on power. As they reflect on the nostalgic past of Ontario Place, the hosts tackle complex legal issues like standing in litigation, the public trust doctrine, and the broader implications of challenging government decisions in court.Listen For:05:11: Ontario Place: A brief history of its rise and fall09:34: Standing in court: Who has the right to sue?19:58: Lawfare in action: How Ontario Place's redevelopment became a battleground23:01: The “public trust” doctrine: A failed legal argumentA Practical Guide to the Law of Defamation. ow.ly/Wnml50T6Zbe - This book offers guidance on current and developing defamation law in Canada. It lays out prominent cases, prevalent legal principles and more.Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Contact UsGardiner Roberts website | Gavin email | Stephen email

Ali Weinstein is the writer/producer/director behind "Your Tomorrow," a look at Ontario Place the summer before it was shut down after 52 years. For over five decades a 155-acre Toronto waterfront sanctuary, it is being radically redeveloped. Gone are 850 West Island trees. Instead we get a spa with a killer view of Cinesphere.In a moving, observational documentary,Weinstein captures the place in its final days as a full-on family retreat. Even after falling into disrepair, it was still treasured as a bird sanctuary and even a beach.The documentary is rather personal for me. As a student, I worked there as a bus boy for three summers, 1972, '73 and '74. Out the front door of the West Island's Blockhouse restaurant, between shifts clearing tables for two dollars an hour, I watched the CN Tower rise above the Toronto skyline.It never seemed possible back in those halcyon days of summer that Ontario Place would wind up, fifty years later, looking like an abandoned mall. Weinstein's documentary, shot mainly during the park's last active summer of 2023, throws a bright light on that reality. Was Ontario Place purposefully left to rot? Hear Weinstein on that and the making of this doc, which premieres on TVO March 23 and streams on TVODoc starting March 21.

We talk about Israel's wars, anti-Trans legislation, Trump's climate agenda, new Liberal leader Mark Carney, and our beautiful future. Dave Gray-Donald interviews Norm Di Pasquale of Ontario Place For All about the Therme Spa and their 100-year lease.

Robert Benzie joins the show for Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day. Then, a court dismisses the legal challenge to the Ontario Place redevelopment. Plus - the Blacklocks Report with Tom Korski. Mark Towhey joins the show to discuss Doug Ford's upcoming meeting in Washington.

In this 1649th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with filmmaker Ali Weinstein about Your Tomorrow, her new documentary about Ontario Place, the influence of her father Larry, and the murder of her Aunt Judy on October 7, 2023. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Doug Ford says he wants to protect Ontario. When it comes to iconic sites like Ontario Place and the Science Centre, has he protected Ontarians' interests? To discuss, we're joined by Greg Brady, Cynthia Wilkey, Menon Dwarka, and Michael Taube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Toronto Star City Hall Bureau Chief Ben Spurr The city, we often hear, is a “creature of the province,” and as such almost all city hall business hangs on the indulgence of the premier. So for Toronto, the stakes in the provincial election would seem to be high. It's not hard to think of specific examples of issues that could turn based on the results, from bike lanes to Ontario Place to safe injection sites, to the ongoing negotiations about the “new deal” financial plan. Even more broadly, the current premier has taken an activist, micro-managing approach to Toronto, and central policies like housing and transit depend on provincial funding. City Hall Bureau Chief Ben Spurr and host Edward Keenan discuss a range of things that could change for Toronto based on this election, and about why you don't hear much in the way of specific talk about the Toronto angle from the leaders in debates.   PLUS: Why Mayor Olivia Chow has been quiet about the campaign, and is unlikely to endorse anyone. This episode was produced by Julia De Laurentiis Johnston, Paolo Marques and Ed Keenan.

The Canadian political landscape is undergoing significant changes. The looming threat of Trump tariffs poses a risk to our economy, while Mark Carney is emerging as a strong contender for Prime Minister. At the same time, Pierre Poilievre is facing increased scrutiny due to his lack of high-level security clearance, which raises concerns about trust and accountability.Many Ontarians are angry. The billions wasted under Ford's leadership, combined with failures in healthcare and housing and scandals involving the Greenbelt and Ontario Place, have left many feeling betrayed. This discontent may significantly influence the results of the snap election in February.Poilievre and Ford are experiencing declining poll numbers, indicating a substantial loss of faith in the populist conservative movement.In the latest episode of the Scandal Panel, Keith Leslie, Mark Cripps, and Laura Babcock discuss these shifting dynamics in our political landscape. Don't forget to share, subscribe, and leave a comment to engage with The OShow community! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once a year, Ontario's Auditor General takes a deep dive into several aspects of provincial spending. The highlight of this year's report: how the Ford government managed the situation on Toronto's waterfront. The verdict: not great. Shelley Spence, who last week issued her first ever report as the province's newest auditor general, joins Steve Paikin to discuss this and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Open Sources Guelph, we're reminded that the history of this show is haunted by an orange-coloured goon in a Florida beach club. Yes, we're heading back to Mar-a-Lago this week, and we're also heading back to Queen's Park to talk about accountability, our favourite topic! For the interview, we're talking to a friend of the show about how we can help people not go hungry this Christmas and beyond. This Thursday, December 5, at 5 pm, Scotty Hertz and Adam A. Donaldson will discuss: Mar-a-Largesse. Last week, President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to apply 25 per cent tariffs on Canada and Mexico as a means of stopping the flow of unauthorized border crossings and the trafficking of fentanyl, an early sign that we're going back to the unfettered chaos of 2017-2021. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a surprise visit to Mar-a-Logo to try and nip this in the bud, but apparently Trump joked about making Canada the 51st state. Do we really have to deal with this again? Shelley Shocked. Ontario Auditor General Shelley Spence delivered her first report as AG and boy was it a banger. Essentially, her report said that the Ontario government did bad on Ontario Place redevelopment, MZOs, the addictions crisis, and unprecedented government spending. As the Ontario Legislature starts to shut down for the holiday break, and as the possibility of election still hangs in the air, we will dig into all this controversy at Queen's Park, which seems to be it's most reliable renewable resource. The Hunger. There was another report released this week, Feed Ontario's Hunger Report. In its some 57 pages you will see a story about the incredible food insecurity crisis in Ontario as more and more people are using food banks to feed themselves. To help us talk about the highlights of the report and how we can address the increasing need being faced by food banks, we're joined by Feed Ontario's Carolyn Stewart who will tell us how we can give the gift of eating well for everyone this holiday season. Open Sources is live on CFRU 93.3 fm and cfru.ca at 5 pm on Thursday.

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to  Ali Weinstein; the director of Your Tomorrow which is an Ontario Place documentary. It premiered at TIFF 2024. My Summer Lair Chapter #295: Is Ontario Place Still A Symbol Of Canadian Hope? Recorded: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 2:15 pm (EST) For more show notes visit MySummerLair.com. Bonus Fun? Sign up for my newsletter because the F in FOMO doesn't stand for Fun. Stress free pop culture (TV shows! Books! Movies! Music! So Many Recommendations!!) tastefully harvested for your divine delight. Once a week a carefully curated edition of My Pal Sammy goes directly to your inbox. Magic or Science? You decide.

Ontario Auditor General Shelley Spence says the deal between Ontario Place and Therme Canada wasn't fair, transparent or accountable; police are searching for five suspects after a bystander captured a brazen robbery at a jewelry store in Hillcrest Mall; and, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says the Canada Post strike has cost the small business sector over $1 billion.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Stephanie Smyth, broadcaster, Smyth Media Group, Brad Bradford, Toronto city councillor for Beaches - East York, Mark Saunders, former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate Discuss: 1 -Bombshell AG report says Ontario Place redevelopment ‘not fair, transparent or accountable' 2- Justin Trudeau's ‘carbon tax' is ‘wrong,' says Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie at Party dinner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Premier Kathleen Wynne reacts to a scathing new Auditor General's report detailing the Ford Government's corrupted processes, billions in wasted tax dollars on projects like Ontario Place and the Science Centre, and unprecedented spending on self-promotion. She decries his many failures and lack of evidence on decisions like bike lanes and tunnels while engaging host Laura Babcock in a debate about how to beat populists like Ford and Polievre in 2025. If you care about the upcoming Ontario and Federal elections, you won't want to miss this discussion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Stephanie Smyth, broadcaster, Smyth Media Group, Brad Bradford, Toronto city councillor for Beaches - East York, Mark Saunders, former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate Discuss: 1 -Bombshell AG report says Ontario Place redevelopment ‘not fair, transparent or accountable' 2- Justin Trudeau's ‘carbon tax' is ‘wrong,' says Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie at Party dinner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textOn an all-new episode of Newsmakers, Louie Butko was joined by CHCH Queen's Park Producer Randy Rath to recap Ontario's Auditor General Shelley Spence releasing her first annual report.Among the topics discussed include Doug Ford's government spending on partisan ads that ballooned to over 100 million dollars, the rising cost of redeveloping the Ontario Place lands for a luxury spa, and why he thinks Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie is struggling in her first year as leader. 

Troy LeDrew was wanted for numerous shootings on Highway 401 when he attempted a string of carjackings in Toronto, resulting in his arrest; Canada Post confirmed it has temporarily laid off a number of striking postal workers, a move the union is calling a 'scare tactic'; and, construction at Ontario Place is being blamed for an influx of coyotes in Liberty Village, causing multiple incidents with pet owners.

Almost every province has an identity. Whether you're an Albertan, a Quebecer, or a Newfoundlander, identifying with your province comes a lot easier for some. But what about here in Ontario? How often do you hear anyone refer to themselves as an "Ontarian"? Joining Jeyan Jeganathan to discuss whether there is such a thing as an Ontario identity are, Gord Knowles, Councillor for the town of Atikokan and the Director of Economic Development for Destination Northern Ontario; Andrew Parkin, Executive Director of the Environics Institute; Helen Chimirri-Russell, CEO of Ontario Heritage Trust; George Carothers, Senior Director of Ideas and Insights at the Institute for Canadian Citizenship; and Amanda Simard, former MPP for Glengarry-Prescott-Russell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ontario Green Party leader Mike Schreiner joins the podcast to talk about his hopes for the party, the new session at Queen's Park, and much more. Want bike lanes in your city? Well, you'll have to run it by Queen's Park as the provincial government wants a say on where bike lanes go. Ontario Liberals are saying the Therme Spa deal is Doug Ford's 407. The NDP are calling for an investigation into it the deal. Meanwhile, Doug Ford will be sending you $200 in the mail. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/remembering-jim-peterson John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-governments-add-red-tape-to-stuff-they-want-to-suffocate-housing-and-bike-lanesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 21-year-old man is facing an attempted murder charge and a woman and young offender are also facing charges after an officer was shot; the Ontario government have released the conditions it agreed to with Therme when leasing Ontario Place land to the private spa; and, condo owners in North York say they were caught off guard by a notice for a possible $70,000 special assessment for a major repair.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Dani Stover, Host of ‘Let's Talk with Dani Stover' on the Corus Radio Network, Chris Chapin, Strategist and Managing Principal of Upstream Strategy Group Kim Wright, Founder and Principal of Wright Strategies  Discuss: 1 -Nothing is stopping Ontario Place's changes. It just sat there for 15-16 years with nothing except the concert venue. Do you have an open mind on what it will be and how it will get used? 2. ⁠Jail/bail came up in the House of Commons regarding the 29 year old officer shot in Toronto Wednesday night - is this the one big thing the Liberals absolutely needed to pivot on - and there's been no energy to do so?  3. High-speed rail - wouldn't fair better train service get cars off all the highways we keep arguing about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Wednesday, September 18, 2024.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and worldwide.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcastReferenced articles:Story 1 - Condo scheme collapses in Iqaluit, leaving 11 households in the lurch.Story 2 - A man has died at Ontario Place following an industrial accident.Story 3 - The Globe and Mail scrubbed every reference to Israel in award winner's article.Story 4 - MUHC and the federal government are trying to get a lawsuit tossed out seeking compensation for victims of MK-ULTRA Story 5 - Israel planted explosives in pagers that Hezbollah bought months later.

Police are investigating after two people died following an exchange of gunfire in broad daylight in North York; a construction worker has died following an industrial accident appearing to involve heavy equipment at Ontario Place; and, an $80 million Lotto Max jackpot, the largest prize in Canadian history, is up for grabs, with many players dreaming of cashing in.

In this 1532nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike checks in with The Toronto Star's Ed Keenan as they talk Olivia Chow, the Ontario Science Centre, Ontario Place, John Tory, statues outside the SkyDome and more. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Team and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Guest Host, Ben Mulroney (@BenMulroney) and the panel of: Davelle Morrison, Broker with Bosley Real Estate and 640 Toronto contributor (@DavelleMorrison), Roy Green, Host of the Roy Green Show on the Corus Radio Network, Norm Di Pasquale, NDP candidate for Spadina - Fort York, Co-Chair of Ontario Place for All and volunteer with ‘Save Ontario's Science Centre' discuss: 1 - Premier Doug Ford's office directed Metrolinx to keep Crosstown opening date secret 2 - Would tax breaks for Ontario developers really make housing more affordable? 3 - Canadians are encountering fewer legitimate news sources on social media, study finds  4 - More than half of Ontario drivers admit to disregarding rules of the road 5 - Public safety critic wants answers on alleged terror twosome  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady (@gregbradyTO) & the panel of Davelle Morrison, Broker with Bosley Real Estate, 640 Toronto contributor (@DavelleMorrison) & Kim Wright, Founder and Principal of Wright Strategies (@Lobbygrl) discuss... 1 - Province pushing for above ground garage at Ontario Place due to cost 2 - City of Toronto reminding residents to NOT cut their grass after 7pm because of noise concerns. 3 - Canadian Olympic Committee CEO says soccer coach Bev Priestman likely aware of spying  4 - Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for President. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Ana Bailao,housing expert and former Toronto city councillor, deputy mayor & Norm Di Pasquale, Co-Chair of Ontario Place for All, volunteer with Save Ontario's Science Centre, former school board trustee discussed: Bad traffic causing locals to consider leaving Toronto: survey  LCBO launches new ad with negotiations stalled Trudeau government's carbon rebates went out Monday — but one major bank still isn't using their official name Private efforts to nudge Biden to step aside continue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gavin & Daniel are back with the penultimate episode of Season 15. There has been so much going on, especially in Ontario. Ontario Place closing, LCBO on strike, Doug Ford continuing his backroom deals. We had a lot to catch up on and we did in this first part of the episode. Check out the second on our Patreon:http://patreon.com/theuncolonized Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are growing frustrations over the 680 closures of LCBO stores; a pending legal challenge causes a pause to construction at Ontario Place; and, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow celebrates the anniversary of one year in office.

Guest Host, Ben Mulroney (@BenMulroney) and the panel of: Ana Bailao, former Toronto city councillor, deputy mayor, housing expert & Jon Burnside, Toronto City Councillor for Don Valley East discussed: Toronto's youth firearm arrests up 161% in 2 years Work at Ontario Place is stopped pending a court hearing Trudeau says he's trying to recruit Carney, but did not say if it's to replace Freeland as finance minister Biden seeking 2nd term 'to complete the job' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host Ben Mulroney (@BenMulroney) spoke with Norm Di Pasquale (@normsworld), Co-Chair of Ontario Place for All and volunteer with ‘Save  Ontario's Science Centre', about how repairing the Ontario Science Centre would cost nearly half a billion dollars, according to Premier Doug Ford, who firmly rejected the idea of spending the cash required to reopen the beloved attraction to the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LCBO workers are in legal strike position, and they've set a deadline of July 5 to get a deal made. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how this mixes with recent policy decisions surrounding beer, wine, and mixed drinks in corner stores.A legal challenge surrounding the redevelopment of Ontario Place has been dismissed by the Superior Court of Justice. Do advocates have any other ways to slow down the provincial government's desire for a waterfront spa or has this paved the way for builders?Talk of an early election has made Ontario's political parties spring into action with the Ontario Liberals calling for fast local contests and NDP rallying support. Steve and John Michael discuss what's been happening. Ontario Heritage Trust Plaque Guide: https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/online-plaque-guide Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/this-upcoming-toronto-byelection-could-be-momentous JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/is-canada-actually-facing-a-productivity-emergencyYou can also see the podcast on the TVO Today YouTube channel and every Friday night at 8 and 11 pm ET as the first half of The Agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convenience store owners are concerned about the Beer Store selling lottery tickets; a court has dismissed the legal challenge to Ontario Place redevelopment; and, a medication for chronic migraines has been approved.

Greg (gregbradyTO) and today's Think Tank panel of Stephanie Smyth (@stephaniesmyth ), Broadcaster, Smyth Media Group, Mark Saunders (@marksaunders_TO ), former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate & Brad Bradford (@BradMBradford ), Toronto City Councillor for Beaches - East York, talk about getting aggressive about waterfront development, beyond the Ontario Place redesign/controversy, what would you like to see? Also, The TTC has yet to provide further details about a fluid spill that shut down a section of the Line 2 subway for several hours Monday, leaving thousands of commuters scrambling. Why do we put up with this? Don't Torontonians deserve answers?  And The Ontario government will introduce legislation to crack down on impaired drivers. Convicted impaired drivers causing death will see lifetime driving bans. Breathalyzers required in cars for anyone found guilty of impaired driving . Surely this is legislation we can all get behind - but how do we get people to understand that you don't get behind the wheel after drinking?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the holidays, The Decibel is sharing their favourite stories of the year, with the producers taking you behind-the-scenes on how the episodes were made, what inspired them and all the tidbits that never made it into the original airing.***When Ontario Place first opened in 1971, it was a jewel on Toronto's waterfront showcasing modern architecture and Ontario culture. But in the 50 years that followed, Ontario Place faced an identity crisis. The space hosted a water park and a night club to name a few. And while a few venues have stayed open much of the park closed in 2012. The Provincial government cited dwindling attendance and soaring costs.Ontario Premier Doug Ford has a new plan that he says will turn the 155-acres of land into a ‘world class' destination. But the project is already mired in controversy, with critics saying the Premier's plan is shrouded in secrecy and favouritism.Decibel producer Sherrill Sutherland toured Ontario place with The Globe's architecture critic, Alex Bozikovic to learn about why so many people are fighting to keep it a public space. Plus, the Globe's Queen's Park reporter Jeff Gray explains the politics behind this lucrative piece of land.This episode originally aired on May 4, 2023Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

In this 1380th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with John Lorinc about his career in journalism, Spacing, and everything you need to know about what's happening at Ontario Place. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, Electronic Products Recycling Association, Raymond James Canada and Moneris. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Host Alex Pierson speaks with Jay Goldberg, Ontario Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices