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Martin Firestone is the President of Travel Secure Inc, and an insurance broker in travel medical coverage. He spoke to Andrew Carter about what people should do before cancelling that trip to the U.S.
With just a few days until the answer to the question of who will be the next President of the United States, Ann Rohmer speaks with MSNBC's Ali Velshi on his perspective.Ann Rohmer is joined by Adam Gordon, President of Gordon's Downsizing and Estate Services to discuss a new real estate trend with move managers taking the stress out of downsizing for seniors and their families.According to a new survey, salary is the main reason employees are seeking a new role. Tina Cortez is with Trina Casey-Myatt, workplace expert and regional director at Robert Half Company with details.If you are starting to plan your escape to the sunny south, Shaliza Bacchus is with Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure to help you enjoy the sunshine while staying safe.Anyone who lives in York Region knows that if you have a dog, if you walk around, you see coyotes. You see foxes. It's a way of life as we are infringing on their natural habitat. So what do you do? Jim Lang speaks with Lindsay Clarke from Animal Services in the Town of Aurora. Every year at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, we honor the brave Canadians who served and continue to serve our country, a sign of respect is by wearing a poppy. Nujma Bond, Communications Manager with the Royal Canadian Legion is with Glynn Perkins to talk about why is it important for us to wear the poppy and what it represents.
TUNE INTO THE TOWN: TORONTO MAYOR OLIVIA CHOW ABSENT FROM TORONTO OCTOBER 7TH VIGIL Libby Znaimer is joined by Karen Stintz, a Conservative Party of Canada Candidate for Eglinton-Lawrence, a former Toronto City Councillor and the CEO of Variety Village, and Toronto City Councillors James Pasternak for Ward 6 York Centre and Brad Bradford for Ward 19 Beaches-East York. This week: Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is facing backlash for her absence at the October 7th Commemoration in the city. And, we get the latest update on where city council is at with regards to Billy Bishop Airport. HURRICANE MILTON: WHAT CANADIAN SNOWBIRDS NEED TO KNOW Libby Znaimer is joined by Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure, and Stephen Fine, President & Managing Editor of SnowbirdAdvisor.ca Hurricane Milton has left a trail of destruction damaging homes, flooding roads and knocking out power for millions. However, it “was not the worst-case scenario” that many had been bracing for. Still, where does that leave tens of thousands of Canadian snowbirds who make Florida their part-time home? RECIPE IDEAS FOR CANADIAN THANKSGIVING WEEKEND Libby Znaimer is now joined by nutritionist and author Rose Reisman to discuss the creative recipe ideas for Thanksgiving weekend and how best to prepare your Turkey (if that's what you'll be eating).
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Julie Buckingham is here! And Brady Road Landfill is still closed....and this is why (0:25); HAVING COFFEE - Our stories about returning gifts (9:32); Travel insurance is good...does it help me when I'm on my rip? Marty Firestone of Travel Secure explains (14:08); Small Town Salute - Ray 'The Grain Guy' Baloun from Minnedosa (20:27); Tech Expert Ritesh Kotek breaks down the potential sinister side of iTags (25:38); Winning text on return stories (32:48); Mitchell Clinton of Jets TV helps preview tonight's matchup against Vancouver (35:13).
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Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Ottawa rolling out new COVID-19 travel testing strategy amid airport delays .
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about passport delays and Canadians camp outside office AS WELL; transport minister says airlines must be accountable for flight problems See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Trudeau government droping vaccine mandates for planes and trains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about airport delays are due to COVID-19 rules, PLUS Air Canada projects business travel rebound as early as September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about passengers complaining of brutally long lines and delays at Toronto's Pearson Airport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about: Canadian stranded in Cancun describes frustrations as Sunwing faces major delays. AND Travellers entering Canada still required to wear masks for 14 days after arrival. AND So there's no more mask mandate on U.S. planes. Does that affect my trip? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Flair Airlines could be grounded in Canada over foreign control concerns AND... Should I buy cancellation insurance for my trip? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
GUEST HOST Dan Chen talks with Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Canada to lift pre-arrival COVID testing requirement for vaccinated travellers
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Travel insurance now covers COVID as well as trip cancellations.
The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made an impassioned speech at Canadian Parliament today pleading for greater support from Canada. The speech touched Scott deeply, but will this change hearts and minds in Canada to commit to what could be total war? Guests Charles Burton, Andrew Enns, and Amanda Connolly all speak to the Ukraine/Russia war. On the lighter side, Dolly Parton continues to be a class act, politely declining a nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame because she did not want to split the vote! Eric Alper talks to Scott about how unprecedented such an act is. Guests: Shelley McKay, Manager of Communications with the Central branch of the Hamilton Public Library. Marty Firestone, President of Travel Secure. Amanda Connolly. Senior political reporter for Global News. Eric Alper, Publicist and music commentator. Paul Delaney, Professor Emeritus, Astronomy, York University, Toronto Marvin Ryder, DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University. Andrew Enns, Executive VP at Leger's Winnipeg Office. Charles Burton, Senior Fellow with the Centre for Advancing Canada's Interests Abroad at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. 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.
Marty Firestone , President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about COVID travel rules: Canada lifting pre-arrival test requirements.
Marty Firestone , President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about March Break travel: Toronto airport expecting busiest travel day since start of pandemic Friday
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about the Feds scrapping pre-arrival COVID PCR test requirement for fully vaccinated travellers.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about March break travel increases in 2022
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about passengers stuck at sea after Norwegian cancels Caribbean cruise mid voyage due to Covid-19 AND Air Canada, WestJet, Pearson airport urge end to COVID-19 arrival testing for vaccinated travelers.
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Before you go, Martin Firestone, president of Travel Secure, says make sure you know what your insurance policy covers.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about‘High risk' that border rules may change abroad, stranding Canadians: minister See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan chats with Marty Firestone, Travel Insurance Broker with Travel Secure, about confusing travel advisories - and whether or not COVID-related insurance is guaranteed for Canadians traveling abroad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about New travel requirements go into effect today. What are they? How much confusion is there? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Unvaccinated travellers barred from planes and trains as of today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest Host Arlene Bynon talks with Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Covid testing for USA thanksgiving travel and impact on holiday travel as Vaccination for children 5-11 won't have kids fully vaccinated before Christmas holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about the federal government dropping COVID tests for fully vaccinated Canadians returning from short trips abroad AND Will Lynx air shake up the Canadian airline industry? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about how you can you might be able to go to the US and skip the PCR test? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your questions and concerns about taking a trip south now that the Canada-U.S. border is open for non-essential travel. With Marty Firestone, president of Travel Secure.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about US travel vaccination requirements for international travelers, AND Air Canada covid self-testing for travel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about the Federal Government announcing vaccine mandates for workers and domestic travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about how the US relaxed measures in November might impact Canadians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about US travel warning to Canada, digital vaccine passports.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about Cruise ship reports nearly 30 Covid cases. And with Covid cases surging in The US should you cancel your travel plans?
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about cruise ships allowed to sail In Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Springsteen on Broadway' is returning, but not for guests who haven't had F.D.A.-approved vaccines. Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert helps us explore the topic of vaccination proof to attend events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel industry expert talks about quarantine being lifted and tourism coming back to Canada with a phased in approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel expert talks about NYC luring tourists with the promise of a vaccination, and Air Canada to begin flights to Italy with no need to quarantine on arrival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel expert talks about a panel recommending end of hotel quarantine program, so is quarantine necessary as the vaccination rate increases? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure, Travel expert on border closure extended AGAIN. Will this be the last time? But Canadians can cross for a vaccination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel expert talks about the Feds about to unlock millions in funding for airport relief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Richard Syrett kicks off the show with a good friend of the show, Lou Schizas. True North News Founder and Editor-In-Chief, Candice Malcolm speaks about Federal Health Minister Hajdu dismissing the helpful powers of Vitamin D to prevent COVID. President of Travel Secure, Martin Firestone speaks about vaccine passports and Premier Ford wanting a 3-day hotel quarantine for interprovincial travelers. Small-town physician and lover of freedom, Dr. Patrick Phillips on the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario warning doctors to tow party line on COVID. After, Lou Schizas participates once again for “News Not In the News.” Executive Director of the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project, Mehmet Tohti speaks on his skepticism of the Canadian fashion brands denying the use of forced labour in China. News Editor of the Western Standard, Dave Naylor on “No More Lockdown Rodeo.” Rebel News Mission Specialist & Host of “Rebel Roundup,” David Menzies talks about the Massive Montreal Anti-Lockdown protests over the weekend.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel expert talks about Canada requiring a vaccine passport for entry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, travel expert talks about Transat being the latest airline to secure government funding to stay afloat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oscar chat & Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure, Travel expert talks about Europe welcoming fully vaccinated Americans this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure and Travel expert talks about flight ban from India to stop COVID-19 variants from spreading further into Canada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President of Travel Secure talks about JetBlue airline coming to Canada See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone, President, Travel Secure talks about Ottawa and Air Canada agree on 6 billion dollar aid package so Travelers will now get refunds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kelly talks to Marty Firestone from Travel Secure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marty Firestone President, Travel Secure talks about vaccine passports and “traffic light system” for foreign holidays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Snowbirds are upset that they have to abide by new quarantine protocols that require them to pay up. Should anyone care? We're talking to Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure, Travel Insurance Broker
Top stories today: Buying back guns, or buying votes? Trudeau announced some major changes to gun ownership today, including illegal guns which many people think should be owning more of the spotlight. We chat with Bill Blair. Snowbirds complaining Much to the angst of anyone who isn't a snowbird. Do these people have any real right to complain about the situation they're in? Taxi industry during the pandemic Lots of cab drivers have switched their vehicles to their own, driving for companies like Uber and Lyft instead. Is the industry in trouble? Much more in the full episode! _____________ NAVIGATE THE PODCAST: Chapter 1 Trudeau addresses gun safety across Canada We chat with the federal public safety minister Bill Blair. Chapter 2 Ben Murphy's travel adventures We spoke to former TransLink media person Ben Murphy last week, about travelling back to Australia. Today, he gives us his final update, and likely his farewell to CKNW. Chapter 3 Snowbirds looking for loopholes Snowbirds are upset that they have to abide by new quarantine protocols that require them to pay up. Should anyone care? We're talking to Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure, Travel Insurance Broker Chapter 4 Why do building projects take so long in Vancouver? Have you ever wondered this? Frances Bula is someone who definitely has, she joins us. Chapter 5 Tow truck drops camper off at Strathcona Park This happened yesterday, and social media blew up wondering what the hell was happening. Someone reporting it initially was Park Board Commissioner John Coupar, who Eric had a chance to speak to. Chapter 6 The taxi industry on its last leg? We chat with former regular guest, Gurdip Sahota, who is the GM of Sunshine Cabs Chapter 7 Guns on the street. So why punish legal owners? Eric caught up with Doug Spencer who is a former police officer, and current member of the Odd Squad. Doug explains how easy it is to get guns. _____________ Remember to wash your hands, practice physical distancing, and stay home at all costs if you are sick. We're not out of the woods yet! The Lynda Steele Full Show podcast includes all the individual segments that can be found on the Lynda Steele Show page, digitally stitched together for your convenience. Listen live online at globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/ 3-6 PM!
Catch up on what you missed on The Rush Hour. Hosts Elvira Caria and John Scholes talk with Lou Berkovits about AFFORDABLE living in Ontario. Then, the crew talks to the author of “THE NEXT SUPPER: The End of Restaurants as We Knew Them, And What Comes Next”, Corey Mintz about the future of eating out. Jevohn Shepherd stops by to provide a preview of next week's NFL Super Bowl Match. Also, Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure explains latest COVID19 Travel restrictions & Airport Closures. Lastly, Scholes and Caria speak with Annalisa Merelli COVID-19 vaccines showing promise in slowing the ongoing pandemic.
Catch up on what you missed on The Rush Hour. Hosts Elvira Caria and John Scholes talk with Mississauga Mayor, Bonnie Crombie to discuss COVID-19 outbreaks within the city. Then, the crew talks to a good friend of the show, Dr. Luigi Nalli of Pinpoint Health Clinics. Also, Dr. Michael Nicin, Executive Director of Ryerson's National Institute of Ageing explains the crisis that the long-term care system is currently experiencing as well as what this means for a growing older population. Lastly, Scholes and Caria speak with Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure. Martin will talk about how travel to the U.S. is becoming a little more complicated as newly appointed President Joe Biden places new measures and orders into effect.
Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure, Travel Insurance Broker talks about Ottawa advising Canadians not to travel abroad.
Martin Firestone, President of Travel Secure talks about the travel insurance industry and that they may not offer out of country travel insurance due to corona virus