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The new federal cabinet 

On October 29's show: 

  • We have our weekly news panel with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta 
    • We share our thoughts on some of the new faces in the federal cabinet 
    • We discuss the Chicago Blackhawks sexual assault scandal and consider how those involved should be held accountable
    • And we take a closer look at the infighting and family drama going on at the executive level of Rogers Communications
  • In the second hour of the show:
    • Entertainment critic Michael McNeely concludes his Halloween-themed series with a review of the horror film “Malignant” 
    • And, AMI’s communications specialist Greg David gives us the scoop on AMI’s internships and paid apprenticeships 

Treat Accessibly

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On October 29's show: 

Global transition to a low-carbon economy

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In October 27's show: 

 

  • Research director Rachel Samson shares findings from “Sink or Swim,” a new climate change report by the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices. She tells us why the global transition to a low-carbon economy is coming whether Canada and its industries like it or not. To access the summary or the full version of the report, visit here  

 

 

  • Community artist Clover Thursday introduces her brand-new segment on arts and culture. She also shares her experiences as an artist with a disability 

 

 

Forestry policies in B.C.

On October 26's show: 

  • Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the proposed policy reforms for forest management in B.C. He also tells us about his contributions to a new book called “Artificial Divide.” The book is available in both e-book and paperback format 

 

 

  • Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler shares details on this year’s “Because of BALANCE” fundraising campaign. The event runs now until November 9. For more info visit BalanceFBA.org 
     

    • She also tells us about an upcoming virtual event hosted by Seneca College called “Artists with Disability: The Final Avant-garde.” The event takes place on October 27 at 7 p.m. ET.  

 

  • We have another edition of our weekly news quiz with contestants Karen Magee and Mark Phoenix!  

 

  • In our Accessibility Story Roundup, we discuss a webinar happening today, October 26, at 5:00 p.m. ET. 
    • The webinar is hosted by the Canadian Council of the Blind and will talk about COVID-19's impact on the cost of vision loss and blindness in Canada 
    • You will get a chance to find out how eye health professionals, policymakers, and people living with vision loss are responding to the pandemic, as well as explore what needs to be done 
    • To attend the webinar you must register here
       

Water crisis in Iqaluit

On October 25's show: 

  • Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press shares her weekend news recap & discusses: the water crisis in Iqaluit, the container shipping fire in B.C., & the infighting within Rogers Communications 
  • Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua describes the Rick Hansen Foundation’s school program and chats about inclusivity and accessibility on Halloween
  • Film reviewer Amy Amantea gives her commentary on the Netflix action-thriller “Kate” starring Woody Harrelson
  • Marc Aflalo of Double Tap TV reviews Microsoft's new Surface Studio Laptop and Surface Duo 2
  • And singer/songwriter Christina Martin tells us about a new described music video for her song “Stay with Me”