Did we learn any lessons at all from COVID-19? According to a new report, Canada needs to be more proactive in the face of a potential health crisis. In Hour 4, we replay a previous conversation between Vassy Kapelos and Dr. Fahad Razak, who co-authored these findings. Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news, right here on CFRA's Ottawa Now.
October 17, 2024 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
It's pretty split down the middle, but the cheques that the Ford government will soon deliver will help Ontarians out. Do you share that same view? Kristy Cameron tackles today's Question of the Day. Later in Hour 3, CFRA's Andrew Pinsent has his eyes peeled on the foreign interference hearings, as well as the quartet of Liberal Cabinet Ministers that won't be running in the next federal election. And finally, it's a Thursday afternoon, which means it's time for Carson Arthur to share some more gardening tips!
October 17, 2024 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Halloween is just 2 weeks away! And once we get to the final day of October, you might realize that the toughest part of the job wasn't carving pumpkins or picking out costumes. The real marathon, in the end, might be finding your Halloween chocolate. We explain further in Hour 2. Plus, Environment Canada senior climatologist David Phillips drops by to preview what kind of Canadian Winter is in store for us. But let's not think about that until December, shall we?
October 17, 2024 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Could Ontario be headed towards an early election? Many believe that the Doug Ford government is prepping for one...by handing out $200 cheques. The opposition has called this a gimmick and a stunt, while others see it a way to butter up the electorate before a big vote. That's coming up in a surprise edition of the Political Heat Panel. But first, we bring you up to speed on today's top headlines.
October 17, 2024 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Have you noticed that this year's Fall colours seem a bit duller than previous years? Well, there might be a reason for that. We explain further in Hour 4. Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news, right here on CFRA's Ottawa Now.
October 16, 2024 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
If we hike up the speed limits on Ontario’s highways, from old to brand-new, will traffic congestion become one less problem for this province to tackle? Kristy Cameron sifts through the textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, we explain why some of Canada’s visitors and travellers are falling out of love with AirBnB.
October 16, 2024 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa