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Could Laws Change About HIV Disclosure? Aug 30, 2022

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After her life was changed due to a conviction in aggravated assault, Jennifer Murphy is hoping that the laws surrounding the disclosure of HIV to consensual partners, be changed. Joining Alex to talk about whether this case could be the catalyst for it, is Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Lawyer and Partner at Neuberger and Partners.

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Could Firefighter Arbitration Win Have Effect On Ex-Paramedic's Case? Aug 30, 2022

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Scarlett Martyn had been a Toronto paramedic for 23 years when she was let go in January, becoming one of several hundred city employees fired for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID. Now with the win over the Toronto firefighters coming down, she's hopeful that it could open up the door to her returning to her job. Alex spoke with Howard Goldblatt, a Lawyer who represents the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters’ Association to talk about this.

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Poisoning At A Markham Restaurant Calls For Investigation Aug 30, 2022

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Public health officials in York Region are investigating after multiple people reportedly fell ill after eating at a Delight Restaurant and BBQ in Markham. Joining Alex to discuss this matter is Dr. David Juurlink, Head of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Toronto.

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Blacklock's Check In - Inflation Is Number One Worry, Miller Didn't Know, And The Blackout Is Relevant Aug 30, 2022

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It is that time in the week where we bring on Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter, none other than Tom Korski, to give us the deep dive into all things Ottawa and find us those juicy little nuggets of information that get lost in the system. Today he joins Alex to talk about how inflation is the number one worry amongst Canadians. He also talks about how Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Marc Miller didn't know that money was granted to an anti-Semitic senior consultant. That and much more on this Blacklock's Check In.

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Chrystia Freeland Targeted By Verbal Assault: Is This Acceptable? Aug 29, 2022

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Over the weekend, video surfaced of Deputy Prime Minister, Chrystia Freeland, involved in a verbal assault where a man approached her and asked why she was in Alberta, while also uttering curse words at her, and calling her a "traitor." It's not uncommon for political figures to be harassed like this, but is it acceptable behaviour? Lisa Raitt, Former Minister and Deputy Leader of Conservative Party of Canada, came on to discuss this and whether or not there's a solution for this growing amount of hate towards our political leaders.

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New Women’s Withdrawal Facility Opens Monday In East Toronto Aug 29, 2022

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There are now 37 women’s withdrawal management beds in Toronto, which will be open to women-identifying individuals from across the GTA. The roughly 6,000-square-foot space is the only site of its kind between Oshawa and Bathurst Street. How does this help those dealing with addictions in our city? Kathryn Decker, Manager of Integrated Mental Health and Substance Use at Michael Garron Hospital, came on to talk to Alex about the benefits of a service like this.

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Toronto Firefighters Win Arbitration Over Mandatory Vax Mandates Aug 29, 2022

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On Friday, a labour arbitrator handed victory to 13 Toronto firefighters who were unreasonably fired from their jobs due to the mandatory Covid-19 vaccine policy. It's a massive step for those who were let go during the mandatory policies, and with these firefighters being given a victory, it could set the precedent for others who were fired. Joining Alex to talk about this issue is Mackenzie Irwin, an Employment Lawyer and Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.

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Artemis Rocket Launch Scrubbed Until September 2nd Aug 29, 2022

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Monday was supposed to be the launch of the, long awaited, Artemis-1 rocket that would help propel humans to the moon for the first time in almost 50 years. With most people's eyes set to Mars, the moon is the first logical place to start looking since it's closest to us. But due to an engine issue, the Artemis rocket was grounding for the test flight that would help determine if all systems were go for real humans. Dr. Sara Mazrouei is a Planetary Scientist and Science Communicator, and joined Alex to discuss this.

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Will executive's leave restore faith in the 'CTV' brand? Aug 26, 2022

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Host Arlene Bynon in conversation with marketing analyst, Elissa Freeman about news Bell Media Executive Michael Melling is taking a leave of absence for his role in the departure of Lisa LaFlamme from CTV News.

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Learning Through VR: How A Program Is Helping Newcomers Learn English Aug 26, 2022

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It's tough enough adjusting to life in a new country, but learning the language is even harder. A new program funded by Immigration Canada and University of Toronto, allows immigrants to learn English in a simulated environment which helps their confidence and knowledge retention. Joining Alex to talk about this was Paul Alexander, an Assistant Principal Investigator of this virtual reality project and also a Lecturer at the University of Toronto.

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