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  • Ontario's Child & Youth Mental Health: 2025 Performance Audit Findings
    2025/07/04

    This audio features the Special Report 2025 Performance Audit of Ontario's Community-Based Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Program. The audit, conducted by the Independent Auditor, examined whether the Ministry of Health (MOH), alongside Ontario Health and community-based CYMH agencies, has effective processes to fund, plan, and oversee evidence-based mental health services, and to measure and publicly report on their effectiveness.

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    16 分
  • Ontario's $10 Million Gamble: Unearthing Critical Minerals for a Global Future
    2025/07/03

    What if the key to a greener, more prosperous future was buried right under our feet?

    This isn't just about rocks and mining; it's about the building blocks of the modern world. From the smartphone in your hand to the electric vehicles on our roads, these essential resources are driving innovation and shaping our lives.

    Join us as we explore how Ontario is responsibly tapping into this vast potential, creating jobs, building stronger communities, and powering a cleaner, high-tech tomorrow for all of us. Whether you're interested in technology, the economy, or the future of our province, this is a story you won't want to miss.

    Tune in to discover the hidden treasures that are building a better Ontario, one mineral at a time.

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    6 分
  • Tackling Gridlock on Highway 401
    2025/07/03

    Ever wonder about the massive construction projects on Canada's busiest highway? This episode breaks down the Ontario government's plan to widen Highway 401 to 10 lanes in Oshawa. We cover the first major step: the replacement of the Park Road and Cubert Street overpasses to accommodate the future expansion.


    Tune in to hear a clear, fact-based summary of this major infrastructure project, including:

    • The government's goal to reduce gridlock, which costs the provincial economy up to $56 billion each year.
    • How the project fits into a nearly $30 billion plan to build and repair Ontario's highways.
    • The impact on the over 10,000 trucks that use the highway daily, transporting $380 million worth of goods.
    • Key perspectives from provincial and municipal leaders on what this investment means for drivers, local jobs, and the economy.
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    4 分
  • Ottawa's Green Fund: Powering Alberta Industry and Indigenous Energy in the North
    2025/07/03

    We break down over $13.3 million in new federal funding for five key climate projects in Alberta and the Northwest Territories. Find out how money from the Low Carbon Economy Fund is helping heavy industry in Alberta cut emissions and how Indigenous-led projects in the NWT are boosting renewable energy and energy efficiency. We'll look at the specific companies and communities receiving the funds—from Sherritt International and Cavendish Farms to Denendeh Manor and the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation—and what these investments mean for Canada's clean economy goals.

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    7 分
  • Tow Trucks, HOV Lanes & Daycare: What's New, Ontario?
    2025/07/03

    Ever been frustrated by a tow truck bill? Wondered about the rules for HOV lanes? The Ontario government just passed new regulations that will affect you. In this episode, we'll explain the new consumer protections for towing, clarify when tow trucks can now use HOV lanes, and detail the new obligations for child care centres to share information with parents. Get informed on the changes that matter to you.

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    4 分
  • Russia Sanctions, 'Buy Canadian' & Mining Deals
    2025/07/03

    We cut through the official jargon to break down the Canadian government's biggest decisions. We start with one of the most significant rounds of sanctions ever imposed on Russia, targeting its key industries and shadow fleet to disrupt its war efforts. Next, we unpack a major shift in federal contracting with the new 'Buy Canadian' policy—what does this mean for businesses bidding on government work? We also look at the environmental trade-offs of greenlighting two major gold mining expansions in Ontario and Nova Scotia, which will see fish habitats destroyed in exchange for new ones. Finally, we cover quick updates on farming quotas and fishing regulations. Tune in to understand how these Ottawa decisions could impact you.

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    5 分
  • Ontario's Data Dilemma: Balancing Digital Growth, Energy Demand, and Data Sovereignty
    2025/07/03

    On July 2, 2025, the Ontario government unveiled a major shift in its energy policy, directly impacting the province's booming data centre industry. In this episode, we break down the new plan to move away from automatic grid connections for these power-intensive facilities.


    With connection requests from data centres now demanding over 6,500 megawatts of power—roughly 30% of Ontario's 2024 peak demand—the government is introducing new legislation to manage this growth. Learn about the "Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025," and its goals to prioritize projects that create high-quality jobs and deliver clear economic benefits.


    We'll also explore the significant focus on data sovereignty, a move designed to ensure Canadian data is stored within Canada, shielded from what the government calls "weaker foreign privacy regimes". Hear directly from key officials like Energy Minister Stephen Lecce and tech leaders from Communitech and the University of Waterloo on why this strategic management of energy is vital for Ontario's economic and digital future.

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    5 分
  • Ontario Legislature: Spring Sitting
    2025/06/30

    This summarizes the main themes and important ideas discussed in the Ontario Legislature from April to June 2025.

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    16 分