Unpublished Newswire
A new poll from the Angus Reid Institute says most Canadians support a social media ban for anyone under the age of 16. It comes nearly 4 months after Australia implemented their own ban, and not long after last week’s landmark court case in California. Are you on board with a ban? How far would you take it? Kristy Cameron sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, it’s a Monday afternoon, which means it’s time to talk politics with our Political Heat Panel. And as you might have guessed, the ending to a lengthy NDP leadership...
March 30, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee met today at City Hall with a couple of hot items of the agenda. One topic is the issue of installing sidewalks in Manor Park, which has been surprisingly contentious. The other is a pilot project that will see bus-only lanes on Bank Street during peak hours. Joining us in Hour 2 to talk about the latter is Brooke Anderson, the Founder and President of Carleton Transit Riders. She is one of the delegates speaking at today’s Committee meeting. Plus, a major change to Ottawa’s garbage collection is leaving many residents confused....
March 30, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Almost 4 months ago, Australia banned social media for youth under 16 years of age. It was a landmark ban that sparked an important global discussion about the impact of these platforms, and how they can harm the mental health and safety of young people. One example was a recent landmark court case in California, where Meta and YouTube were both found liable in a social media addiction trial. And now, a new poll suggests that Canadians are increasingly open to the idea of restricting kids access to social media. Kristy Cameron chats with Shachi Kurl, the President of the Angus Reid...
March 30, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Food banks are reporting having to change how they serve Canadian communities, with some reducing drop ins or how much food is given.
March 30, 2026 - 17:43 | Sean Previl | Global News - Canada
As Dayan Goodenowe makes new claims about a potential treatment for Alzheimer's, a former investor says the controversial Moose Jaw-based scientist has a history of making unproven promises that he can't keep.
March 30, 2026 - 17:38 | | CBC News - Canada
March 30, 2026 - 17:26 | Laura Stone | The Globe and Mail
