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Maritime Noon

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Maritime Noon is a one-hour program devoted to delivering informative reports and interviews which explore issues that are of interest to Maritimers. Join host Bob Murphy weekdays from noon to 1 p.m.

2241 - Martin Mallet of the MFU explains why dredging in the channel at Tabousintac, NB and in Pointe Sapin is essential. We hear about plans for Pituamkek National Park reserve on PEI. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc on birding

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2241 - Martin Mallet of the MFU explains why dredging in the channel at Tabousintac, NB and in Pointe Sapin is essential. We hear about plans for Pituamkek National Park reserve on PEI. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc on birding
Last week, fishermen in Northern New Brunswick were told by DFO there would be no dredging this year in the channel at Tabousintac and in Pointe Sapin. Martin Mallet of the MFU explains why dredging is essential. Chief Dorene Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation discusses a proposed national park reserve on PEI called Pituamkek. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc talks about birding.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 53min
2240 - There are concerns on PEI about the virtual health service, Maple. We hear your feedback on 12 Neighbours in Fredericton and womens' sports. And on the phone-in: Mary Jane Hampton discusses her book, "Health Hacks".
The interim Liberal leader on PEI, Hal Perry, raises concerns in the legislature about the online health service, Maple. We hear your feedback on the 12 Neighbours social housing project in Fredericton and womens' sports. And on the phone-in: Mary Jane Hampton discusses her book, "Health Hacks".
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 52min
2239 - Marcel Lebrun, the founder of 12 Neighbours Incorporated in Fredericton,discusses the arrival of its 96th mini home. And on the phone-in: Ellen Hyslop from The Gist takes questions on the rising popularity of womens' sports.
Marcel Lebrun discusses reaching a landmark moment at 12 Neighbours Incorporated in Fredericton. The community is receiving its 96th mini home today. And on the phone-in: Ellen Hyslop from The Gist talks about the rising popularity of womens' sports.
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 52min
2238 - The family members of Raeann Tyler in NB express their disappointment with remarks by Premier Blaine Higgs about the unhoused. Joy Saunders died at 105 in Lunenburg, NS. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham Mackenzie.
Last month, Raeann Tyler died in Saint John after a tent fire. Now, her family members are expressing their disappointment with remarks by Premier Blaine Higgs about the unhoused. Joy Saunders has passed away at the age of 105 in Lunenburg. She did a charity walk in 2020 at the age of 101. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham Mackenzie discusses adverse drug effects and answers questions about medications.
Sun, 14 Apr 2024 - 53min
2237 - Patients in Quispamsis, NB, are worried and upset after the office of a local orthodontist closes suddenly with no explanation. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides advice on gardening.
The office of Dr John Sherrard - an orthodontist in Quispamsis, NB - closed suddenly earlier this month. Patients are worried and concerned because some are out thousands of dollars with no explanation. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers all your gardening questions.
Thu, 11 Apr 2024 - 53min
2236 - Perry Kendall from Habitat for Humanity NB outlines housing challenges. We hear your feedback on dental care. The planting season will soon begin on PEI. And on the phone-in: Income tax questions with Jennifer Dunn.
There's a big housing and homelessness conference happening in Fredericton and we speak with Perry Kendall who's the CEO of Habitat for Humanity New Brunswick. He outlines the latest housing challenges. We hear your feedback on dental care. The farming season is about to begin on PEI. And on the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn answers income tax questions
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 53min
2235 - A dentist in NS, Dr Brandon Doucet, says misinformation is being spread about the new federal dental program. We hear about Muslims in Fredericton who began celebrating Eid today. And on the phone-in: Paul Arnold on composting.
Dr Brandon Doucet, who's a dentist in NS, is one of the few who've signed on to the new federal dental program. He says a lot of misinformation is being spread about it and he hopes to dispel this misinformation. We hear about Muslims in Fredericton who began celebrating Eid today. And on the phone-in: Paul Arnold from Acadia University answers questions on composting
Tue, 09 Apr 2024 - 52min
2234 - The CBC's Wayne Thibodeau provides an update about concerns regarding coastal erosion in Woods Island, PEI. We hear your feedback on the Compassionate Intervention Act in NB. And on the phone-in: In-vitro fertilization.
There are concerns on PEI about coastal erosion in the Wood Islands area. The CBC's Wayne Thibodeau provides an update. We hear your feedback about the Compassionate Intervention Act in NB. And on the phone-in: Our experts answer questions about in-vitro fertilization.
Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 53min
2233 - The CBC's Brett Ruskin and Khalil Akhtar report on the solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: We discuss proposed legislation in New Brunswick called the Compassionate Intervention Act. Three experts weigh in and answer questions.
The CBC's Brett Ruskin in Florenceville-Bristol, NB and Khalil Akhtar in Miramichi, NB, report on the solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: Three experts discuss and answer questions about proposed legislation in NB called the Compassionate Intervention Act. Our guests are Julia Woodhall-Melnik from UNBSJ, Julie Dingwell from Avenue B Harm Reduction and Wayne MacKay from the Schulich School of Law.
Sun, 07 Apr 2024 - 53min
2232 - We hear comments from the NS Legislature about the cancellation of the municipal amalgamation in Antigonish. A science fair in Miramichi, NB inspires students. And on the phone-in: Solutions for migraine disease.
Provincial leaders in NS discuss the cancellation of the municipal amalgamation in Antigonish. Students in Miramichi, NB, attend a science fair and talk about their solar eclipse-inspired project. And on the phone-in: Dr Jessica Dawe and Stephany Tlalka talk about migraine disease.
Thu, 04 Apr 2024 - 52min
2231 - Nova Scotia Health addresses the two water main breaks at hospital facilities in Halifax. The mayor of Miramichi, NB, discusses the upcoming solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: Tiffany Fields from St Mary's University on the eclipse.
John Gillis from Nova Scotia Health answers questions about the two water main breaks that have caused disruptions in service at hospital facilities in Halifax. Mayor Adam Lordon in Miramichi, NB, discusses the events leading up to Monday's solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: Tiffany Fields from St Mary's University answers questions about the solar eclipse.
Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 52min
2230 - Lisa Doucette in Concession, N.S., tells us about how she and her husband collected lots of litter on the road near their house. We hear about a new study on accessibility in N.B. And on the phone-in: Rosmarie Lohnes on coastal erosion.
Lisa Doucette, who lives in Concession, N.S., says she and her husband, Dave, collected an alarming amount of litter on a one-kilometre stretch of highway in front of their house on Monday. The pile of litter includes 117 alcohol containers. We hear about a new study in N.B. called the Go Barrier Free project that focuses on accessibility. And on the phone-in: Rosmarie Lohnes answers questions on coastal erosion.
Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 52min
2229 - Mia Fournier-White from NSCC Lunenburg in Bridgewater, NS, tells us about a display on campus called the "What Were You Wearing Campaign". And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft.
Mia Fournier-White who's the president of the student association at NSCC Lunenburg, which is located in Bridgewater, tell us about a display on campus called the "What Were You Wearing Campaign", meant to bust myths about the assumptions people make about sexual assault. And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft.
Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 52min
2228 - Atlantic Lottery announces that Merel Chiasson of Bas-Caraquet, NB, is the winner of the record-breaking Gold Ball Lotto 6-49 prize of $64 million. We hear about proposed legislation in NB. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour on gardening.
A former crab fisherman in Bas-Caraquet, NB, named Merel Chiasson is the winner of the $64 million dollar Lotto 6-49 Gold Ball prize. The winning ticket was sold last year and was set to expire. We hear about proposed legislation in NB called the Compassionate Intervention Act which would force people who are severely addicted into drug treatment. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 52min
2227 - The RCMP provides an update from Millbrook First Nation, NS, one year since the Mass Casualty Commission issued its final report. We hear about new research on temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviour.
We hear from RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme and Assistant Commissioner Dennis Daley. They provided an update today from the RCMP at Millbrook First Nation, one year since the Mass Casualty Commission issued its final report. Raluca Bejan from Dalhousie University speaks about new research on temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviour.
Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 52min
2226 - Melanie Vautour from Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, speaks about a deadly tent fire in the city yesterday. The Outreach Centre in Charlottetown moved over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Endometriosis.
Melanie Vautour who's the executive director of Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, speaks about a deadly tent fire that killed two homeless people in the city yesterday. Roxanne Carter-Thompson who's with the Adventure Group talks about the Outreach Centre moving over the weekend in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: We discuss the effects and diagnosis of endometriosis.
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 52min
2225 - The stormy weather over the weekend impacts the Kingston Peninsula, NB. We hear about how Richmond County in Cape Breton is approaching coastal development. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle on wills.
Denise Miller who lives on the Kingston Peninsula of NB explains how the stormy weather over the weekend has washed out roads and driveways. An official in Richmond County, Cape Breton, speaks about coastal development. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle gives advice on will and estate planning.
Sun, 24 Mar 2024 - 52min
2224 - We get a weekend weather update, and more on preparations for wildfire season. And on the phone-in, appliance repair.
Tina Simpkin updates us on wild weekend weather, and we hear Nova Scotia's preparation for another fraught wildfire season. And on the phone-in, Aaron Publicover on appliance repair.
Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 54min
2223 - The mayor of Bridewater, NS discusses the imminent closure of the Cineplex theatre in his town and his hopes for the future. Students at UNBSJ talk about bed bugs on campus. And Jim White gives advice on painting & staining
David Mitchell, the mayor of Bridgewater, NS, reacts to the news that his town's 7-screen Cineplex theatre will close at the end of April. He hopes a new project can go into that space. Students at UNBSJ discuss bed bugs on campus. And on the phone-in: Jim White gives advice on painting and staining.
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 53min
2222 - Nova Scotia nurses union leader is calling for wholesale change. Your talkback calls from our EV episode And on the phone-in, Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele
A shortage of nurses impacts working conditions in Nova Scotia and has a union leader calling for wholesale change. Your talkback calls from our EV episode And on the phone-in, Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele returns to take all your questions about your pet's health.

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 - 52min
2221 - The Juno Awards come to Halifax this week for the first time since 2006. We discuss the Maritime music scene with Rich Aucoin, Laura Simpson and Eva George as well as a quick appearance by Jah'mila.
Our listeners call to discuss the musicians in the Maritimes who they think deserve more recognition. Our show today is about the Juno Awards which are in Halifax this week. Our guests are Rich Aucoin, Laura Simpson and Eva George as well as a quick appearance by Jah'mila.
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 53min
2220 - We hear about a new Mi'kmaw conservation mosaic, and an update on the man walking across PEI for the homeless. And on the phone-in, we talk EVs.
Melissa Labrador fills us in on plans for a new Mi'kmaw conservation mosaic, and we get an update on the man walking across PEI for the homeless. And on the phone-in, Nathaniel Pearre is back to talk EVs.
Sun, 17 Mar 2024 - 52min
2219 - We hear about a new affordable housing project in Cumberland county, and on the phone-in: our automotive expert Doug Bethune.
We get the details about a new affordable and supportive housing project in Cumberland county. And on the phone-in, automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your vehicle-related questions.
Thu, 14 Mar 2024 - 52min
2218 - A non-profit recycling ghost fishing gear may lose funding, and single mothers face housing discrimination. And on the phone-in, Maritime hikes.
A non-profit that recycles ghost fishing gear may lose their funding, and single mothers are facing illegal housing discrimination. And on the phone-in, we talk hiking in the Maritimes.
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 - 53min
2217 - We hear an argument supporting the closure of the elver fishery, and your feedback on spanking. And on the phone-in, online gender-based violence.
Susanna Fuller shares why she supports the closure of the elver fishery. We hear your talkback about spanking. And on the phone-in, online gender-based violence and digital sexual harassment
Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 53min
2216 - We hear reaction to Saltwire filing for creditor protection, and get an update on the elver fishery. And on the phone-in, we discuss spanking.
An independent news publisher reacts to Saltwire filing for creditor protection, and we get an update on the elver fishery. And on the phone-in, we discuss spanking and physical discipline for children.
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 52min
2215 - A beloved market stall is closing in St. John, and PEI opens their first Hindu temple. And on the phone-in, energy efficiency expert Barry Walker.
Slocum and Ferris is closing after 130 years in St. John City Market, and PEI welcomes their first Hindu temple. And on the phone-in, energy efficiency expert Barry Walker takes your questions on heat-pumps and more.
Sun, 10 Mar 2024 - 53min
2214 - We discuss women's hockey and your thoughts on French immersion. And on the phone-in, International Women's Day.
We hear about the excitement around women's hockey and your thoughts on French immersion. And on the phone-in, on International Women's Day, we discuss gender equity and where we still need to do better.
Thu, 07 Mar 2024 - 52min
2213 - Tina Simpkin gives a live weather update, and listeners talk-back on Coastal Protection. And on the phone-in; Clary Croft talks Maritime expressions.
Tina Simpkin gives an update on today's messy weather, and we share listeners feedback on the government's approach to Coastal Protection. And on the phone-in; Clary Croft takes your calls about favourite Maritime expressions
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 54min
2212 - We hear about an act of heroism by Sergeant Phil Power in Dartmouth last night. Dr Robert Strang discusses the rise in measles. And on the phone-in: We talk about French immersion. Our guests are Léo-James Lévesque and Bailey Ross.
Councillor Tony Mancini with HRM announces that Sergeant Phil Power with Halifax Regional Police saved a woman's life last night in Dartmouth. Dr Robert Strang discusses what people need to know about measles. And on the phone-in: Our guests answer questions about French immersion. Our guests are Léo-James Lévesque and Bailey Ross
Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 52min
2211 - We speak with a union official about the jobs that have been lost at the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory in Hartland, NB. We hear your talkback on cell phones in schools. And on the phone-in: Coastal development.
Craig Walsh, the Regional Director for Eastern Canada with the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, speaks with us about the workers at the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory who've lost their jobs after the plant burned down. We hear your feedback on cell phones in schools. And on the phone-in: What's the best way to regulate coastal development? Our guests are Patricia Manuel and Don Jardine.
Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 52min
2210 - The deputy mayor of the Town of Hartland, NB, talks about the fire that destroyed the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory. A woman in Sussex, NB, describes flood damage. And on the phone-in: Kelly Lamrock in NB discusses cell phones in school.
Stewart Fairgrieve who's the deputy mayor in Hartland, NB, describes the massive fire that destroyed the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory over the weekend. Cheryl Ward in Sussex, NB, talks about all the mitigation work she has done in her basement to help prevent flooding. And on the phone-in: Kelly Lamrock who's NB's Child and Youth Advocate discusses cell phones in the classroom.
Sun, 03 Mar 2024 - 52min
2209 - Nova Scotia Liberal MP Sean Fraser shares his memories of former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. The clean up continues in Sussex, N.B. after flooding earlier this week. And on the phone-in: we take your income tax questions.
Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney died yesterday. He was 84. Mulroney had ties to the region - he attended St. Francis Xavier University and was the MP for Central Nova. It's a seat now held by Liberal MP Sean Fraser. He shared memories of his relationship with Mulroney. We hear from a business owner in Sussex, NB who is cleaning up after devastating flooding there this week. And on the phone-in: we take your tricky income tax questions.
Thu, 29 Feb 2024 - 52min
2208 - The mayor of the Town of Sussex, NB, Marc Thorne, says the flash flooding that happened overnight is the worst ever. Robbie Burt explains why he had to stop his charity walk on PEI. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviour.
Overnight, the Town of Sussex, NB was flooded after heavy rain. The banks of Trout Creek breached their banks. We talk with Mayor Marc Thorne who describes it as the worst flooding the town has ever seen. Robbie Burt on PEI has to halt his charity walk due to bad weather and an injured foot. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay answers your questions on dog behaviour.
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 52min
2207 - Robbie Burt from Summerside, PEI, is in the midst of a 160km walk from Tignish to Hunter River to raise money for homelessness. We hear your feedback on coastal protection. And on the phone-in: Irshad Manji on difficult conversations.
Robber Burt is 50 years old, he's legally blind and he lives in Summerside, PEI. He's in the midst of a 160km walt from Tignish to Hunter River, PEI, raising money to help the homeless. We hear your feedback on the cancellation of the Coastal Protection Act in NS. And on the phone-in: Irshad Manji discusses difficult conversations.
Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 52min
2206 - Nancy Annington from the EAC reacts to the NS government cancelling the Coastal Protection Act. Senator Brian Francis discusses renaming the Confederation Bridge. And on the phone-in: Dana Calder-Boutillier - the "Coupon Nannie".
Nancy Anningson who is the director of operations and development with the Ecology Action Centre discusses why she's disappointed the NS government has backed off from bringing the Coastal Protection Act into effect. Senator Brian Francis discusses renaming the Confederation Bridge to Epekwitk Crossing as an act of reconciliation. And on the phone-in: Dana Calder-Boutillier - the "Coupon Nannie" - provides advice on saving money on groceries.
Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 53min
2205 - The CBC's Brett Ruskin reports from the Grand Parade in Halifax about the deadline for people to leave 5 tent encampments. We hear about the legacy of an elder, Jim Sark, on PEI. And on the phone-in: Jim White on painting and staining.
The CBC's Brett Ruskin spent time today at Victoria Park in Halifax and at the Grand Parade. He reports live from the Grand Parade about today being the day people have been asked to vacate 5 tent encampments in the city. Chief Darlene Bernard speaks about her uncle, George James Sark, known as Jim, who passed away last week at 84. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice on painting and staining.
Sun, 25 Feb 2024 - 52min
2204 - A stormy weekend ahead for the Maritimes, Cape Breton Regional Municipality crews are getting ready and on the phone-in: automotive expert Doug Bethune.
The Maritimes are bracing for a stormy weekend as two systems are on their way. After three weeks of stormy weather, crews in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality continue to clean up and prepare for this next round. And on the phone-in: automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your car repair questions
Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 54min
2203 - The CBC's Nancy Russell brings us the story of two women on PEI who are originally from Ukraine. They recently travelled back with their ESL teacher. And on the phone-in: Civics education in schools with Dimitri Pavlounis.
The CBC's Nancy Russell speaks with two women on PEI who are originally from Lviv, Ukraine. They recently travelled back to their home country with their ESL teacher. They were upset to see so many changes after two years of war. And on the phone-in: We speak with Dimitri Pavlounis from the group CIVIX about better ways to teach Civics in school.
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 52min
2202 - Staff Sergeant Sean Rocca from Saint John Police explains how video footage suggests a fire at tent encampment was intentional. We hear about the postmaster in Belle River. PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele.
On Sunday evening, a tent at an encampment in Saint John, NB, burned. Staff Sergeant Sean Rocca explains how new video footage suggests the fire was intentional. Trish Carter becomes the new postmaster in Belle River, PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your pet care questions.
Tue, 20 Feb 2024 - 52min
2201 - The CBC's Rhythm Rathi speaks with Melanie Vautour from Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, about a fire at a tent encampment over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair expert Aaron Publicover answers your questions.
Melanie Vautour who's the executive director of Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, speaks with the CBC's Rhythm Rathi about a fire that caused four people to flee a tent in the city over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, answers your questions.
Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 52min
2200 - We hear concerns about the federal Pharmacare legislation to be tabled by March 1. And on the phone-in, Niki Jabbour on gardening.
We hear concerns that the coming federal Pharmacare legislation will fall short of the universal, comprehensive drug plan promised. And on the phone-in, Niki Jabbour on starting seeds and prepping new gardens.
Thu, 15 Feb 2024 - 52min
2199 - We hear from a group who are concerned about protecting land on PEI, and on the phone-in: we talk fossils!
We hear about a forum happening this Saturday on PEI, hosted by The Coalition for the Protection of PEI Lands. And on the phone-in, a paleontologist and a geologist take your questions about fossils and Maritime pre-history!
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 52min
2198 - Team Rubicon helps Sydney dig out, celebrating love on Valentine's Day, and on the phone-in: heart health.
After another nor'easter blew through the region, volunteers from Team Rubicon are in Sydney to help dig out. Looking for love on Valentine's Day and celebrating long-time loves. And on the phone-in: looking after your heart health.
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 52min
2197 - Another Nor'easter on the way to the Maritimes, Summerside, P.E.I. volunteers set up ice fishing tents in backyards and on the phone-in: sharing positive stories of tackling climate change.
The second nor'easter in two weeks is blowing into the Maritimes later Tuesday. CBC Meteorologist Tina Simpkin has her latest forecast. In Summerside, P.E.I., volunteers are setting up ice fishing tents in backyards to help the unhoused. And on the phone-in: sharing positive stories about how to tackle climate change in your communities.
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 54min
2196 - Cape Breton braces for the next nor'easter, PEI Special Olympians training for Winter Games and on the phone-in: Barry Walker takes your heat pump questions.
Cape Breton is still digging out from last week's storm and there's another one on the way. Cape Breton Regional Municipality Mayor Amanda McDougall shares how the recovery is going while carefully watching the next system. In Montague, PEI, Special Olympics curlers are training ahead of the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Calgary at the end of the month. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker takes your heat pump questions.
Sun, 11 Feb 2024 - 52min
2195 - We hear about a new CNIB campaign on blindness stereotypes, and on the phone-in: Dr. Jackie Kinley on stress management.
Guest host Brett Ruskin finds out about a CNIB campaign to change the way we talk about blindess. And on the phone-in: psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley on stress management.
Thu, 08 Feb 2024 - 53min
2194 - A private plow operator on improving snow removal, and feedback on our African heritage show. And on the phone-in, genealogy with Lesley Anderson.
We hear ideas for improving provincial snow removal from a private plow operator, and talkback from yesterday's African heritage show. And on the phone-in, genealogy with Lesley Anderson.
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 53min
2193 - People need to leave Halifax tent encampments, Parks Canada cleans up the Cabot Trail after record snowfall. And on the phone-in: Black history in the Maritimes.
The Halifax Regional Municipality says people living in five tent encampments need to leave by Feb. 26. Parks Canada lends a hand to clear snow from around the Cape Breton Highlands National Park after record snowfall in Nova Scotia. And on the phone-in: Black history in the Maritimes.
Tue, 06 Feb 2024 - 53min
2192 - Snow on roofs, heat pumps in stormy weather and your car consumer questions with George Iny.
Cape Breton is still digging out from the historic snowfall over the weekend. But there's still a lot of snow left on roofs. We hear what signs to look for with the heavy snow loads on roofs. Plus how to keep your heat pump running efficiently in stormy weather. And on the phone-in: George Iny, co-author of the Lemon-Aid Guide, takes your car consumer questions.
Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 52min
2191 - A special extended program covering the impacts of the snowstorm across the Maritimes. And on the phone-in, we discuss housing density.
We bring you a special extended program covering the impacts of the snowstorm across the Maritimes, and areas like Cape Breton that were hardest hit. And on the phone-in, urban planner Tristan Cleveland talks housing density.
Sun, 04 Feb 2024 - 1h 45min
2190 - The IWK starts a local food pilot program, and doctor recruitment is under scrutiny on PEI. And on the phone-in, we discuss cooperatives.
The IWK is starting a pilot program to source more local food, and doctor recruitment efforts get scrutiny at a hospital meeting on PEI. And on the phone-in, we discuss cooperatives as an antidote to rampant capitalism.
Thu, 01 Feb 2024 - 52min
2189 - Cardiac arrests outside hospitals are on the rise. And on the phone-in: the toll of working multiple jobs to make ends meet.
Cardiac arrests happening outside hospitals are on the rise-we hear from a survivor and a Heart and Stroke advisor. And on the phone-in: the toll of working multiple jobs just to make ends meet.
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 52min
2188 - Results of the Desmond inquiry, the government's decision to pause extending medically assisted death to those with mental illness, and on the phone in: physical activity guidelines and answers your questions about treating and avoiding injury.
We hear about the final report on the Desmond Inquiry, a Maritimer on the board of Dying with Dignity Canada reacts to the federal government's decision to pause extending medically assisted death to those suffering from mental illness. And on the phone-in...physiotherapist Laura Lundquist talks about the physical activity guidelines and answers your questions about treating and avoiding injury.
Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 52min
2187 - Rabbits on the loose in Stellarton and the state of democracy
Stellarton residents are spotting domesticated rabbits on the loose and are concerned about their well-being. And on the phone-in: we discuss the state of our democracy.
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 53min
2186 - First nor'easter, farmer's markets struggles and pain relief
CBC Meteorologist Tina Simpkin updates us on the first nor'easter of the year, we hear why farmer's markets can't keep the shelves stocked. And on the phone-in: pharmacist Graham MacKenzie takes your questions on pain relief.
Sun, 28 Jan 2024 - 54min
2185 - We hear about the fire that destroyed three boats at a wharf in Yarmouth Co. And on the phone-in, Doug Bethune takes automotive questions.
We hear from the harbour manager and the mayor about the fire that destroyed three boats last night at Chegoggin Point Wharf in Yarmouth Co. And on the phone-in, Doug Bethune takes automotive questions.
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 - 52min
2184 - Some health transfers from Summerside, PEI to Charlottetown are happening in fire department vehicles and not ambulances. We hear your feedback on place names. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Julia Cornish answers questions about divorce.
When people are transferred from the Summerside area to the hospital in Charlottetown, some patients are being moved in a fire department vehicle and not an ambulance. We hear from the mayor of Summerside, Dan Kutcher, and the fire chief, Ron Enman. We hear your feedback on place names. And on the phone-in: Family lawyer Julia Cornish answers questions on divorce.
Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 52min
2183 - We hear from the winners of 8.2 million dollars in the Chase the Ace fundraiser in Northern NB. But the winner of a big Lotto 6-49 jackpot last year has not come forward. We hear your feedback on writing your own obit. And on the phone-in: Place names.
A couple from Beresford, NB, will share an 8.2 million dollar prize with their son and his girlfriend after winning the Chase the Ace fundraiser in Northern NB. But a 64 million dollar jackpot from Lotto 6-49 last year has not come forward. We hear your feedback on writing your own obit. And on the phone-in: Lauren Beck discusses how places get their names.
Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 52min
2182 - Derrick Bona of Eastern Passage shares his progress after almost one year of his new healthy lifestyle. We hear an update on the Outreach Centre in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Writing your own obituary.
One year ago, Derrick Bona of Eastern Passage was more than 600 lbs. He launched a new, healthy lifestyle and so far he has lost almost 200 lbs. Bob drops by to go for a walk with him to discuss his progress. We hear the details about changes coming to the location of the Outreach Centre in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Jane Doucet and Caroline McQuillan discuss the idea of writing your own obituary.
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 53min
2181 - We hear about the Humanity Project's Farm in LIttle River, NB, which helps people who were experiencing homelessness. There's a lack of family doctors on PEI. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle explains wills & estate planning.
The CBC's Alexandre Silberman tells us about the Humanity Project's Farm in Little River, NB, which helps people who were experiencing homelessness. We hear about the lack of family doctors on PEI. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions on wills and estate planning.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024 - 53min

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