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Consumers are filing lawsuits against companies that use drip pricing and hidden service fees. What measures do you think could curb the practice? News panelists Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge describe their opinions. From the April 12, 2024, episode.

Alberta is proposing a law that would allow it to veto any deal struck between municipalities and the federal government. What do you think of this proposed bill? News panelists Joeita Gupta and Michelle McQuigge share their thoughts. From the April 12, 2024, episode.

Netflix’s “Scoop” explores the story of how the BBC obtained the bombshell interview with Prince Andrew. Michael McNeely shares his review. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Google launched its Find My Device network earlier this week. Marc Aflalo from Access Tech Live gives you the scoop. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Three Vancouver museums are joining forces to celebrate Earth Day later this month! Community reporter Nathan Clement tells you all about their special event! He also discusses the return of Vancouver Night Markets. And he discusses the upcoming qualification tournaments for men and women’s wheelchair basketball. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Issues of regulation continue to surround Airbnbs in Quebec. Dawn Dickinson explores this matter in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dawn Dickinson discusses the continuing issues of regulation surrounding Airbnbs in Quebec. Nathan Clement tells you about a special museum event celebrating Earth Day later this month. Plus Marc Aflalo describes Google's new "Find My Device" network! This is the April 11, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores the growing concern of police violence against the autistic community. Journalist Arno Kopecky dives into the carbon tax debate. And host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard in a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! This is the April 11, 2024, episode.

There is a special edition of Ask Jennie Anything! Host Dave Brown and Meagan Gillmore shine a spotlight on Jennie Bovard! From the April 11, 2024, episode.

The Carbon Tax rose $15 per tonne in April. The hike resulted in the reignited debate over the program. Journalist Arno Kopecky dives into the waters of politics and environmental policy. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

The Pacific Training Centre for the Blind is hosting a virtual session on accessible travel experiences for people who are blind. Community reporter Amy Amantea tells you all about it! She also shares details about a film screening hosted by the Canadian Council of the Blind’s BC-Yukon Division. Plus, she describes an upcoming information session on disability and income tax at the Richmond Centre...

With Spring here, it’s time to embrace spring's warmth and update your style. Anu Pala breaks down some of the trends for spring 2024! From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Police violence against people with autism is a growing concern. Journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores some of the issues. From the April 11, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Matisse Hamel-Nelis shares her experience at the a11yTO Camp. Lawrence Gunther reflects on his experience at the Canon accessible photography exhibit ‘World Unseen.' Plus, Rabia Khedr explores the impact of war on disability. This is the April 9, 2024, episode.

There in another edition of the news quiz! Contestants Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Alex Smyth put their knowledge to the test!

Award-winning athlete Lovepreet Deo will soon embark on a new challenge to climb to top of the Memorial Stairs in Calgary. Lovepreet tells you all about her anticipated journey.

The wars in Ukraine and Gaza have had profound effects on people acquiring disabilities. Rabia Khedr explores the impact of war on disability in the short-term and long-term.

Canon Europe ran an accessible photography exhibit called ‘World Unseen’ in London England. Lawrence Gunther reflects on his experience at the exhibit.

The a11yTO Camp took place over the weekend in Toronto. Matisse Hamel-Nelis was there and shares some of her takeaways from the event.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Canada is making a big investment into artificial intelligence. Michelle McQuigge gives you the details. The total Solar Eclipse is happening this afternoon. Shaun Preece from Double Tap describes some accessible options for you to experience the rare event. Plus, the “Tripping on Air” podcast has a new episode coming out on the pros and cons of complaining about MS....

The Tripping on Air podcast has a new episode coming out on the pros and cons of complaining about MS. Host Ardra Sheppard tells you all about it! From the April 8, 2024, episode.

The total Solar Eclipse is happening this afternoon. Shaun Preece from Double Tap describes some accessible options for you to experience the event. From the April 8, 2024, episode.

Lindsay Lohan is starring in a new romcom! Amy Amantea shares her review of “Irish Wish.” From the April 8, 2024, episode.

The Accessibility Professionals Network held an accessible design conference in Vancouver a couple weeks ago. Marco Pasqua shares his takeaways. From the April 8, 2024, episode.

The Federal Government is making a big investment into artificial intelligence. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge will have the details. From the April 8, 2024, episode.