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Publication Date: November 24, 2025 - 18:00
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November 24, 2025
The Ford government says it will require defendants to pay cash security deposits before they are released from custody. It’s part of a new legislation that is aimed at ‘tightening’ bail requirements and improving bail compliance, according to Ontario Attorney General Doug Downey. Chris Lewis, a former OPP Commissioner, joins Kristy Cameron with his two cents. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
Christmas is a time of giving but many not-for-profits are struggling with their fundraising targets. CTV reporter Katelyn Wilson spoke to a couple of organizations about what they're seeing. Plus, Kristy's joined by CTV's Jackie Perez and Austin Lee. Also, we replay an earlier conversation with the president of PIPSC about potential job losses in the public sector.
December 17, 2025 - 23:39 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
We tackle today's Question Of The Day: 'Should schools regulate play on snowbanks?' We take your calls, texts and talkbacks on this matter. Later, Canadians are traveling a lot more; just not to the United States. Flight Centre Travel Group's Amra Durakovic tells Kristy the trade spat with the Americans isn't the only reason why. Plus, CFRA's Andy Pinsent updates us on a massive bust of a large car theft ring.
December 17, 2025 - 23:33 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Kristy chats with David Valentin of Liaison Strategies about the survey they did about Canadians' thoughts on drinking and driving. Sobering. Coming back to our topic of whether or not schools should regulate snow mounds, an official with Parachute believes there's isn't any compelling evidence suggesting schools need to make the change. Later, with cuts to public service are looming, some employees are already receiving letters stating their jobs '...may or will be impacted'. Kristy is joined by the president of PIPSC, Sean O'Reilly, to discuss what he's hearing. Plus, CFRA's Chris...
December 17, 2025 - 23:21 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa



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