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The Big Story

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An in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.

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  1. Have anti-doping regulations gone too far?

    She’s tied for the most decorated Canadian Olympian, but she won’t be anywhere near a podium for at least two years. Toronto’s Penny Oleksiak has been banned from competing until 2…

    E161921:18
  2. Did you know you could buy drugs through ads on Facebook? Neither did we

    It's not the most commonly sought-after item on Facebook, but it's certainly not the least advertised on the platform's feeds either. Advertisements for highly addictive and illega…

    E161826:58
  3. The good, the bad, the ugly: breaking down the Carney-Smith pipeline

    Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith put pen to paper this past week, signing an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in hopes of strengthening Canada's econo…

    E161720:24
  4. Ryan Wedding: How did a former Olympian turn into the FBI's most wanted?

    It's not completely odd for a former Olympian to return to the limelight years after competing...but rarely is it for allegedly piloting a drug ring comparable to that of El Chapo'…

    E161622:03
  5. Why do immigrants want Ottawa to admit fewer newcomers?

    A recent Leger poll commissioned by OMNI News found that 67% of newcomers believe Canada should admit fewer than 300,000 new immigrants per year, and 4 in 10 say that number should…

    E161519:28
  6. Balance or power? Ontario's Bill 60 targets the province's most vulnerable

    The passing of omnibus Bill 60, also known as the 'Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act' has caused a fury of backlash across the province of Ontario, including tenant and housing…

    E161415:03
  7. A cosmic rock or an alien threat? Introducing: 3I/ATLAS

    Questions continue to be raised about what an interstellar visitor to our solar system actually is. NASA says although its eyes are peeled for signs of life, this isn't the case. 3…

    E161331:30
  8. Weekend Listen: Seasonal jobs are up, but is that a good sign for the economy?

    Enjoy this special feed drop of In This Economy?! A recent report by Indeed Canada found that seasonal job postings are up 12% this year compared to 2024, which could offer some re…

    E161227:55
  9. Weekend Listen: What will happen to the healthcare system if we don't get more plasma?

    There's always a big push to donate blood, but what about plasma? It's the not-so-secret ingredient within whole blood that's packed with nutrients and proteins that helps boost th…

    E161015:15
  10. Diplomacy over humanity: no pressure from Carney on the UAE for Sudanese war

    As Prime Minister Mark Carney heads for the G20 Summit in South Africa, his trip to the United Arab Emirates proved to be one focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and potential…

    E161124:45
  11. Financial literacy is easier than you think

    November is financial literacy month, and when it comes to finances, ignorance is certainly not bliss. With all the resources online, whether that be from TikToks or business blogs…

    E160921:53
  12. How will Canada eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 if rates aren't declining?

    A recent report by the Canadian Cancer Statistics Advisory Committee found that after more than three decades of steady decline, cases of cervical cancer have plateaued in the past…

    E160825:28
  13. Why today's vote on the Epstein files may not actually accomplish much

    As the U.S. House aims to vote on a bill this week to force Donald Trump’s Justice Department to make the Jeffrey Epstein files public, the president is now calling for Republicans…

    E160725:00
  14. What the CBSA outages say about Canada's neglect of IT

    Canada has seen four incidents in just two months of Canadian Border Service Agency primary inspection kiosks going down at some of the country's busiest airports. CBSA's President…

    E160628:51
  15. Will Ontarians ever pay $10/day for childcare?

    Ontario signed a 1-year renewal contract with Ottawa earlier this week, keeping childcare between $19-$22/day. Instead of a 5-year renewal, Provincial Education Minister Paul Cala…

    E160527:40
  16. Cloned meat enters the market...but you would never know

    Would you want to know if the food you were eating came from a cloned animal? New Health Canada regulations set to kick in next year don't require beef and pork manufacturers to la…

    E160221:57
  17. Why are Quebec doctors trying to work in Ontario?

    Quebec doctors and healthcare providers are weighing their options when it comes to the future of their practice. The province adopted Bill 2 last month, legislation that sets perf…

    E160428:29
  18. Is Canada missing the mark on vaccination awareness?

    It’s not a surprise but it is a disappointment. Canada has lost its measles elimination status after almost 30 years. It comes as the country grapples with what it calls a 'mulit-j…

    E160325:42
  19. What can Canada's Left learn from Mamdani's win?

    After a crumbling loss in the federal election, coupled with Prime Minister Carney's Liberal shift towards the centre, the NDP is grappling with a political identity crisis. What d…

    E159926:14
  20. Will Marineland actually euthanize 30 beluga whales?

    It's a life-or-death situation for 30 beluga whales currently being held at Marineland, an amusement park located in Niagara Falls, Ont., who's doors shuttered more than a year ago…

    E160117:23
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