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Today on NOW with Dave Brown: The “Remembering the Children” gathering is taking place on September 30th to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Earl Wood will tell you more about the gathering. Vince Carter’s jersey is reportedly set to be retired by the Toronto Raptors this year. Jeff Ryman and Alex Smyth share their thoughts. And, a brewery in Calgary is making beer made from fireweed. Where did this idea come from? How do they do it?

A brewery in Calgary is making beer made from fireweed. Where did this idea come from? How do they do it?

Vince Carter’s jersey is reportedly set to be retired by the Toronto Raptors this year. Jeff Ryman and Alex Smyth share their thoughts.

The “Remembering the Children” gathering is taking place on September 30th in mark of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Earl Wood explains more about this event.

Canadian Wheelchair Racer and Paralympic Gold Medalist, Austin Smeenk reflects on his time in Paris. It’s Banned Book Week. Producer, Jeff Ryman quizzes Alex, Amy and Dave on what books have been forbidden. Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that Canadians are increasingly becoming unhappy. Why is that? Meagan Gillmore wrote about this and explains more.

Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that Canadians are increasingly becoming unhappy. Why is that? Meagan Gillmore wrote about this and explains more.

It’s Banned Book Week. Producer, Jeff Ryman quizzes Alex, Amy and Dave on what books have been forbidden.

Canadian Wheelchair Racer and Paralympic Gold Medalist, Austin Smeenk reflects on his time in Paris.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs called for an election on October 21st. Shelley Petit shares what her key issues are heading into the campaign period. The Meta Connect Event takes place this Wednesday. Steven Scott shares a preview of what to expect. And, Protein Candy is being dubbed the world's first "super candy." How could eating candy taste so good while simultaneously being good for you? Morgan Kingdon explains more.

Protein Candy is being dubbed the world's first "super candy." How could eating candy taste so good while simultaneously being good for you? Morgan Kingdon explains more.

The Meta Connect Event takes place this Wednesday. Steven Scott shares a preview of what to expect.

New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs called for an election on October 21st. Shelley Petit shares what her key issues are heading into the campaign period.

This is the episode from September 20th, 2024.

Should you disclose disability on your LinkedIn profile? Matisse Hamel-Nelis shares her opinion. Marc Aflalo discusses Instagram’s new teen accounts in Canada. What are they? How do they work? September marks Inherited Retinal Disease Awareness Month. Fighting Blindness Canada celebrates this month with a series of events. Morgan Ineson shares more details.

September marks Inherited Retinal Disease Awareness Month. Fighting Blindness Canada celebrates this month with a series of events. Morgan Ineson shares more details.

Marc Aflalo discusses Instagram’s new teen accounts in Canada. What are they? How do they work?

Should you disclose disability on your LinkedIn profile? Matisse Hamel-Nelis shares her opinion.

Paralympic Goalball player Amy Burk stops by to reflect on her team’s performance in Paris. A pair of Federal by-elections saw the Liberals conceded to the Bloc Québécois and NDP. Meagan Gillmore shares her thoughts on this. Brianna Hennessy earned Canada’s first ever medal in Para Canoe. She stops by to reflect on what that means to her.

Brianna Hennessy earned Canada’s first ever medal in Para Canoe. She stops by to reflect on what that means to her.

A pair of Federal by-elections saw the Liberals conceded to the Bloc Québécois and NDP. Meagan Gillmore shares her thoughts on this.

Paralympic Goalball player Amy Burk stops by to reflect on her team’s performance in Paris.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dave, Alex, and Amy react to the big winners from the Emmy Awards. They share their thoughts on the best series of the year and hot takes from the ceremonies. Angela Bonfanti joins the show to reflect on being named CNIB’s new President and CEO. She talks about her vision for the future of the organization. Shawn Preece stops by to highlight some of the newest features on Apple’s iOS 16. Sometimes small changes can have a huge impact. Dave and Alex recap a busy Sunday in the NFL. They recap the big games and share their insights into some teams with winless records. And, Dave reacts to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and plays the show out with a music video for Canadian artist and CCMA’s big winner, Josh Ross.

Dave and Alex recap a busy Sunday in the NFL. They recap the big games and share their insights into some teams with winless records.

Shawn Preece stops by to highlight some of the newest features on Apple’s iOS 16. Sometimes small changes can have a huge impact.

Angela Bonfanti joins the show to reflect on being named CNIB’s new President and CEO. She talks about her vision for the future of the organization.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Dave, Alex, and Amy react to the top stories of the day including TTC’s decision to end free wifi at subway stations in Toronto, Quebec’s changes to tipping, and how to prevent athletes being severely injured in contact sports. The News panel assembles with Michelle and Joeita reflecting on the Presidential Debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Kirsten Fox joins the show to discuss the on-going legacy of her uncle Terry Fox and what folks can expect from this year’s event. Dave reflects on the Federal and B.C. NDP’s announcements around changing climate policy and how the carbon tax evolved to where it is today. And, the show concludes with The Recklaw’s “All the time”.

Kirsten Fox joins the show to discuss the on-going legacy of her uncle Terry Fox and what folks can expect from this year’s event.

The News panel reacts to the union representing government workers suggesting they boycott local businesses as a reaction to the return to work changes. They also discuss the impact of the Juno’s removing 4 categories from their future ceremonies

The Weekly News Panel assembles with Michelle and Joeita reflecting on the Presidential Debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

Matisse Hamel-Nelis stops by to share her thoughts on accessibility professionals being more present at mainstream conferences. Apple unveiled earlier this week a new feature on the Apple AirPods Pro 2. They will double as clinical-grade over-the-counter hearing aids. Marc Aflalo stops by to discuss more. Ontario’s Durham Region has been a leader in pushing accessibility and development in para sport. The region is at it once again with the development of the Para sport fund. Lori Talling explains more about this initiative.

Ontario’s Durham Region has been a leader in pushing accessibility and development in para sport. The region is at it once again with the development of the Para sport fund. Lori Talling explains more about this initiative.

Apple unveiled earlier this week a new feature on the Apple AirPods Pro 2. They will double as clinical-grade over-the-counter hearing aids. Marc Aflalo stops by to discuss more.

Matisse Hamel-Nelis stops by to share her thoughts on accessibility professionals being more present at mainstream conferences.

The goalball competition at the Paris Games was intense. Even though Canada didn’t medal, there was lots to be proud of. Peter Parsons followed the competition closely and shares his thoughts. Alicia Grace is an actor and a disability advocate. She’s also the newest contributor to the show. She stops by to have a discussion on accurate disability representation in film and media. Australian Breakdancer Raygun is back in the spotlight. How so? Alex and Amy re-join the program to discuss this and more.

Australian Breakdancer Raygun is back in the spotlight. How so? Alex and Amy re-join the program to discuss this and more.

Alicia Grace is an actor and a disability advocate. She’s also the newest contributor to the show. She stops by to have a discussion on accurate disability representation in film and media.

The goalball competition at the Paris Games was intense. Even though Canada didn’t medal, there was lots to be proud of. Peter Parsons followed the competition closely and shares his thoughts.

American actor James Earl Jones, best known for being the voice of Darth Vader, has died aged 93. Amy Amantea reflects on his legendary career. The Professional Women’s Hockey League officially announced their nicknames and logos. Jeff Ryman stops by to lead a power ranking game. Megan Gillmore discusses a few federal political stories. Including the potential deal between the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberals.

Megan Gillmore discusses a few federal political stories. Including the potential deal between the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberals.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League officially announced their nicknames and logos. Jeff Ryman stops by to lead a power ranking game.

American actor James Earl Jones, best known for being the voice of Darth Vader, has died aged 93. Amy Amantea reflects on his legendary career.

The Toronto International Film Festival is well underway. Amy Amantea shares an update about what’s stood out to her so far. Apple’s September event kicks off on September 9th. It’s expected that the new iPhone lineup will be announced. Steven Scott drops in to help preview the event. Canada’s Wheelchair Rugby team finished 5th at the Paris Games. Travis Murao was part of the team. He joins to share his experience at the Para Games.

Canada’s Wheelchair Rugby team finished 5th at the Paris Games. Travis Murao was part of the team. He joins to share his experience at the Para Games.

Apple’s September event is set to kickoff in a few hours. It’s expected that the new iPhone lineup will be announced. Steven Scott drops in to help preview the event.

The Toronto International Film Festival is well underway. Amy Amantea shares an update about what’s stood out to her so far.

The weekly news panel with Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge reconvenes. The NDP ended their deal with the Liberals earlier this week. How soon will Canadians be hitting the polls for a federal election? Convenience stores in Ontario can now sell beer, wine, and mixed drinks. How big of a deal is this? Alex Smyth, Kingsley Juuko and Jeff Ryman stop by to preview the NFL season.

Alex Smyth, Kingsley Juuko and Jeff Ryman stop by to preview the NFL season.

Convenience stores in Ontario can now sell beer, wine, and mixed drinks. How big of a deal is this?

The weekly news panel with Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge reconvenes. The NDP ended their deal with the Liberals earlier this week. How soon will Canadians be hitting the polls for a federal election?

The Bank of Canada announced its latest interest rate cut. How will these latest cuts impact you? Professor Ian Lee breaks it down. Marc Aflalo previews Apple’s upcoming iPhone Event. Paralympian Rob Shaw reflects on his competition at the Paris Games.

Paralympian Rob Shaw reflects on his competition at the Paris Games.

Marc Aflalo previews Apple’s upcoming iPhone Event.

The Bank of Canada announced its latest interest rate cut. How will these latest cuts impact you? Professor Ian Lee breaks it down.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dave, Amy, and Alex discuss the top news of the day, including conversations around finances with a focus on malls, streaming services, and the cost of having fun. Alex provides a Paralympic update and Paralympic gold medal winning shot putter Greg Stewart reflects on his latest win. Wolfgang Zimmerman discusses the Reducing Poverty Initiative to help get people who recently acquire disability back into the workforce. Dave puts Amy and Alex to the test in a game of Pop Quiz and Over or Under. And, Dave reflects the Bank of Canada’s interest rate cut and what impact it has on the public.

Dave puts Amy and Alex to the test in a game of Pop Quiz and Over or Under.

Wolfgang Zimmerman discusses the Reducing Poverty Initiative to help get people who recently acquire disability back into the workforce.

Alex provides a Paralympic update and Paralympic gold medal winning shot putter Greg Stewart reflects on his latest win.

Dave Brown kicks off the new 1 hour format with a chat with Alex Smyth and Amy Amantea around the top headlines of the day. They chat about the VIA rail train delay that was over 10 hours long, a federal by-election that has 91 candidates, and changes the PC Optimum rewards program. Alex Smyth provided a Paralympics Update and chatted with Dave around some of the biggest storylines at the Games, including Austin Smeenk medaling, Canada’s Men’s Wheelchair Basketball team and Canada’s Women’s Goalball team losing in the Quarter finals. Paralympic Bronze Medal-winning Triathlete Leanne Taylor joined the show from Paris to talk about her race and reflected on what’s next for her both professionally and personally. Meagan Gillmore stopped by to discuss the federal political landscape with reflections on the new PC and NDP political ads, her conversation with Canadian Future Party Interim Leader Dominic Cardy, and how she feels about 91 candiatates being on a ballot. And, Dave reflects on the return to school for students across the country. He shares his personal experience and encourages others to enjoy this exciting time.

Meagan Gillmore stopped by to discuss the federal political landscape with reflections on the new PC and NDP political ads, her conversation with Canadian Future Party Interim Leader Dominic Cardy, and how she feels about 91 candidates being on a ballot.

Paralympic Bronze Medal-winning Triathlete Leanne Taylor joined the show from Paris to talk about her race and reflected on what’s next for her both professionally and personally.

Alex Smyth provided a Paralympics Update and chatted with Dave around some of the biggest storylines at the Games, including Austin Smeenk medaling, Canada’s Men’s Wheelchair Basketball team and Canada’s Women’s Goalball team losing in the Quarter finals.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the NDP to pull their support from the Liberal Party. This begs the question, when should the next federal election be? Flair Airlines announced this week they are offering tickets as cheap as $1. How practical is this Would you use this? The College Football Season is back! Alex Smyth stops by with a few burning questions about the upcoming year. The Paralympic Games are not only a great platform for athletes, but for former athletes as well. John Loeppky explains how some are capitalizing on media coverage during The Games.

The Paralympic Games are not only a great platform for athletes, but for former athletes as well. John Loeppky explains how some are capitalizing on media coverage during The Games.

The College Football Season is back! Alex Smyth stops by with a few burning questions about the upcoming year.

Flair Airlines announced this week they are offering tickets as cheap as $1. How practical is this? Would you use this?

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the NDP to pull their support from the Liberal Party. This begs the question, when should the next federal election be?

The Ontario Disability Employment Network recently launched a new initiative. Ingrid Muschta shares the details about “Beyond AODA Compliance”.

It’s Back to School season and Greg David stops by to share his list of the top 5 school-themed television shows. Pop star Sabrina Carpenter dropped her new album last week. Music Critic Amanda Shekarchi stops by with a review. People are hopping at the chance to try therapeutic trampolining. Elizabeth Mohler shares her recent experience. Is it time to upgrade your audio devices? Marc Aflalo stops by to discuss all things headphones. The Ontario Disability Employment Network recently launched a new initiative. Ingrid Muschta shares the details about “Beyond AODA Compliance”.

Is it time to upgrade your audio devices? Marc Aflalo stops by to discuss all things headphones.

People are hopping at the chance to try therapeutic trampolining. Elizabeth Mohler shares her recent experience.

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter dropped her new album last week. Music Critic Amanda Shekarchi stops by with a review.

It’s Back to School season and Greg David stops by to share his list of the top 5 school-themed television shows.

The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to kick off tomorrow in Paris. Karolina Wisniewska is one of the Co-Chef de Missions for Paris. She talks more about the preparations going on in Paris. Paralympic talk continues. Former Paralympian Stef Reid is in Paris to help cover the games for CBC. She stops by to give a feel for how things are going. Lawrence Gunther explains how a harpoon fishery along the coast of Nova Scotia seeks to transition to a more lucrative recreational fishery. Fitness facilities have long been a bit intimidating for people with disabilities. What improvements could be made to help accommodate accessibility needs at those facilities? Rabia Kehdr shares her thoughts. The Nova Scotia government announced that it is ending its work-from-home policies by October 15th. This has caused quite a stir in the province. Rebecca Dingwell reports on this issue. The Weekly News Quiz is back for another edition! Karen Magee, Bruce Baklarian and Elizabeth Mohler assemble to battle for the crown!

The Weekly News Quiz is back for another edition! Karen Magee, Bruce Baklarian and Elizabeth Mohler assemble to battle for the crown!

The Nova Scotia government announced that it is ending its work-from-home policies by October 15th. This has caused quite a stir in the province. Rebecca Dingwell reports on this issue.

Fitness facilities have long been a bit intimidating for people with disabilities. What improvements could be made to help accommodate accessibility needs at those facilities? Rabia Kehdr shares her thoughts.

Lawrence Gunther explains how a harpoon fishery along the coast of Nova Scotia seeks to transition to a more lucrative recreational fishery.

Paralympic talk continues. Former Paralympian Stef Reid is in Paris to help cover the games for CBC. She stops by to give a feel for how things are going.

The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to kick off tomorrow in Paris. Karolina Wisniewska is one of the Co-Chef de Missions for Paris. She talks more about the preparations going on in Paris.

The Federal Liberal Cabinet began its annual retreat this weekend in Halifax. Michelle McQuigge dives into what was on the agenda. Marco Pasqua got a little adventurous on a trip to Switzerland. He went paragliding. How was that experience? Marco shares all the adrenaline pumping details. Entertainment Critic, Amy Amantea reviews the new Halle Berry and Mark Wahlberg movie, “The Union”. Accessible cooking has been on the minds of the guys at Double Tap. Shaun Preece drops in to chat about some accessible cooking tips and tools. For the first time in 7 years, Shane Baker isn’t heading back to school. How does he feel about that? How is his job search going? He shares his thoughts.

For the first time in 7 years, Shane Baker isn’t heading back to school. How does he feel about that? How is his job search going? He shares his thoughts.

Accessible cooking has been on the minds of the guys at Double Tap. Shaun Preece drops in to chat about some accessible cooking tips and tools.

Entertainment Critic, Amy Amantea reviews the new Halle Berry and Mark Wahlberg movie, “The Union”.

Marco Pasqua got a little adventurous on a trip to Switzerland. He went paragliding. How was that experience? Marco shares all the adrenaline pumping details.

The Federal Liberal Cabinet began its annual retreat this weekend in Halifax. Michelle McQuigge dives into what was on the agenda.

Coming up on the show is the weekly news panel with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta. The work stoppage at CN and CPKC rail started this week. How concerned should you be about the stoppage? The Democratic National Convention took over Chicago this week. What stood out? Meghan Markle’s former house hit the market in Toronto. It was listed at a cool $1.9 million dollars. It begs the question, what features would you want in your home? Can some features be too boujee? Jeff Ryman stops by for a game segment of ‘That’s Too Much’. GQ recently published an article diving into why men don’t read fiction. It caught the attention of Karen McKay. She shares her thoughts on the article.

GQ recently published an article diving into why men don’t read fiction. It caught the attention of Karen McKay She shares her thoughts on the article.

Meghan Markle’s former house hit the market in Toronto. It was listed at a cool $1.9 million dollars. It begs the question, what features would you want in your home? Can some features be too boujee? Jeff Ryman stops by for a game segment of ‘That’s Too Much’.

The Democratic National Convention took over Chicago this week. What stood out?

Coming up on the show is the weekly news panel with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta. The work stoppage at CN and CPKC rail started this week. How concerned should you be about the stoppage?

Para Cyclist Mel Pemble is looking to replicate recent success on the world stage at the Paralympics. Alex Smyth sat down with Mel in February for an interview with her on the road to the Paris 2024. More and more people are choosing to shift to digital banking options. Why is that? Certified Financial Planner, Ryan Chin explains more. Community Reporter, Milena Khazanavicius explains the importance of the Voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry. Our very own Emilee Schevers was crowned Miss Personality Canada! She stops by to chat all about this amazing feat! How can poor organization and clutter impact performance? Anu Pala explains and provides some tips and tricks to tidy up your spaces.

How can poor organization and clutter impact performance? Anu Pala explains and provides some tips and tricks to tidy up your spaces.

Our very own Emilee Schevers was crowned Miss Personality Canada! She stops by to chat all about this amazing feat!

Community Reporter, Milena Khazanavicius explains the importance of the Voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry.