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Hour 2 of Ottawa Now for Fri. March 6th, 2026

March 6, 2026

From social media and Spotify, to offering health advice and conducting job interviews, Artificial Intelligence is everywhere these days. And yes, we are counting dating apps on this ever-growing list. According to a recent wave of online buzz, people are allegedly using Chatbots to help craft their dating profiles, and even respond to matches. Kristy Cameron chats with Christopher Dietzel, who studies the use of Artificial Intelligence in dating apps. Plus, as we brace for Daylight Savings Time in Ontario this week, British Columbia is getting ready to start the party. That’s because, after this time flip, they won’t have to worry about moving the clocks back in November. Or, better yet, ever. But are they making the right scientific call? CFRA’s Chris Holski has more on that.



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April 6, 2026 - 04:00 | Isaac Callan | Global News - Ottawa