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Ontario’s top doctor made plenty of noise during the COVID-19 pandemic. And for the first time in several months, he is making headlines again. This time, he is calling on the province to raise the legal drinking age. Right now, it’s set at 19 years old, but Dr. Kieran Moore wants to see that age limit raised to 21 years old. Is this a successful game plan, or will underage citizens still find ways to get their alcohol? Kristy Cameron tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, it’s time for our Easter Monday Political Panel, which shockingly revolves around the Carbon Tax hike.
April 1, 2024 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
In 2022, the price of everything was skyrocketing. Two years later, it’s not getting any better. In fact, it’s gotten to the point where a Canadian’s final wishes have become unaffordable. And now, the Funeral Services Association of Canada is calling on the feds to step up their game. President Jeff Weafer joins Kristy Cameron in Hour 2. Meantime, some of Ottawa’s landmark festivals are also feeling the financial burn, as the Canadian Tulip Festival plans to cut back on some of its festivities for 2024. Plus, while we might be in for a nasty commute on Wednesday, Jack Frost’s final...
April 1, 2024 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The legal drinking age in Manitoba, Alberta, and Quebec is 18 years old. That legal age requirement is set to 19 years old for the remaining Canadian provinces. But in the United States, you can’t legally drink alcohol until you turn 21. And that is one of several sweeping changes that Ontario’s top doctor is suggesting. We debate the perks and downfalls with Dr. Mitch Shulman, who is Bell Media’s Emergency Medicine Specialist. Plus, as the Carbon Tax hike officially rolls in, the persistent protests continue. We get instant reaction from CTV’s Jackie Perez, who travelled all across...
April 1, 2024 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the coming federal budget will include a national school food program. Trudeau made the announcement in Toronto with Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Families Minister Jenna Sudds as part of the Liberal government's pre-budget tour.
April 1, 2024 - 17:53 | | The Globe and Mail
A small-town journey of rediscovery, Josh Murphy and Caroline Rex created "Those who wrestle with God" in collaboration with CBC Ottawa's Creator Network.
April 1, 2024 - 04:00 | | CBC News - Ottawa
Ontario has unveiled its Sunshine List for 2024, headlined by the President and CEO of Ontario Power Generation. Here in Canada’s Capital, the biggest municipal moneymaker is Cameron Love, the current President and CEO of the Ottawa Hospital. CTV’s Ted Raymond delivers the full list in Hour 4. Plus, we all know that Ozempic can help diabetic patients lose weight. However, can it also increase pregnancy odds? Dr. Mitch Schulman reluctantly opens that can of worms.
March 28, 2024 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
