Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Wed. July 2nd, 2025
July 2, 2025
Andrew Pinsent is filling in for Kristy Cameron this afternoon, as she is likely recovering from too much Canada Day fun. According to a new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, the Carney Liberals promise to balance the operating budget through $13 billion in productivity savings. That could amount to the largest public service cuts in modern history – a 24 percent slashing of government spending. We dig deeper with Sahir Khan, the Vice-President of UOttawa’s Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy. Plus, as festival organizers prepare for another year of RBC Bluesfest, Canada’s Capital will be rocking out in support of CHEO on July 11th. Joining us ahead of next week’s celebration is CHEO Foundation President Steve Read.
Unpublished Newswire
A University of Ottawa study found that those 35 years and younger are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories. Kristy speaks with the author of the study, professor Daniel Stockemer. Later, with more and more Beer Stores closing, many charities and non-profits are eager to take your empties. Kristy is joined by John Heckbert, executive director of Operation Come Home, about how they're looking to come to you to pick up your empty cans and bottles. Plus, CTV Ottawa's Ted Raymond let's us know about how Pembroke launched their on-demand transit today.
August 5, 2025 - 18:58 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Multiple wildfires are burning in Newfoundland, prompting more evacuation orders and destroying structures in a community in the eastern part of the province.Newfoundland and Labrador’s premier said during a media briefing Tuesday the out-of-control wildfire near Small Point–Adam’s Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove and Kingston grew significantly overnight.
August 5, 2025 - 18:56 | Lyndsay Armstrong | The Globe and Mail
Workers have rejected the latest offer by Canada Post. We ask you whether Canada Post can survive, as is? If not, what changes need to be made? Kristy is joined by Adam King, an assistant professor of labour studies, who believes this is not the beginning of the end for Canada Post. Later, CFRA show producer Corey Price is next up with suggestions of places to go, and things to do in Ottawa (and the surrounding area). We call the segment "Kristy's Summer Hit List". Plus, we dip into PM Mark Carney answering reporter questions in Kelowna.
August 5, 2025 - 18:41 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
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