Ontario Today Phone-Ins

Callers share their views on the province's decision to expand enforcement against drug use on Ontario's major public transit systems. Andrew Pulsifer, executive director of TTCRiders hears your stories.  

Just before Mother's day, Ontario parents describe their challenges with guest Erica Djossa, author of the book: "Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More."

With rising gas AND grocery costs and out-of-reach home prices, we hear from people about the struggle to reach or maintain their dream of middle class life with Paul Kershaw, founder of Generation Squeeze. 

From her international work, to her review of the Canadian military, and more, we hear from people who share their experiences working with Louise Arbour. Our guest is CBC Parliament Hill senior writer Aaron Wherry. 

The federal government has introduced an incentive program for employers and young people interested in the career.

A flip-flop on the purchase of a jet and other political challenges is the backdrop to falling poll numbers for Doug Ford and the party. Toronto Star Queen's Park bureau chief Rob Benzie hears from PC supporters.  

From perennials that are peak performers to the latest tools and gadgets, our gardening expert Paul Zammit shares some top picks for moms with green thumbs.

On May 1st people vying for a seat on council or school board can start filing their nomination papers. The President of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario hears their stories. 

Your stories with Dr. Peter Selby, physician and lead in the development of chat bots for mental health at the Intrepid Lab at the Centre for Addication and Mental Health. 

A new report from Statistics Canada suggests one in three recent immigrants with postsecondary qualifications reported being overqualified for their job. While improving, it's still much higher than other Canadians. We hear your stories with Rupa Banerjee, Canada Research Chair in the Economic Inclusion of Canada's Immigrants.

Canada's Taxpayers' Ombudsperson Francois Boileau responds to your experiences and frustrations.

With the spring weather, you might be tempted to put out some annuals. Our regular gardening expert Paul Zammit is here to talk about what to do if the temperatures suddenly plummet.

We hear about your experiences trying to access an HPV vaccine for yourself or your kids. Our guest is psychologist and assistant professor with the University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Gilla Shapiro.

We hear about alcohol use in provincial parks and whether the province's move to allow drinking in places like picnic areas and beaches is a good idea or not. Our guest for the hour is "Happy Camper" Kevin Callan, outdoors author and advocate. 

Statistics suggest fewer Canadians are deciding not to start a family. Your stories with Sarah Brauner-Otto, sociology professor and former director of the Centre on Population Dynamics at McGill University.

We get into U.S. President Donald Trump's feud with Pope Leo XIV, his marathon Bible reading Tuesday night, and cracks forming in the MAGA coalition over the war in Iran. Our guests are freedom of religion expert Richard Moon, Professor Emeritus at the University of Windsor, and we hear from Linda Feldmann, Washington Bureau Chief with the Christian Science Monitor.

Your stories with Todd Cunningham, a clinical and school psychologist as well as Chair of the School and Clinical Child Psychology program at the University of Toronto.

You tell us what you're seeing in the province and we get an overview of the flood situation in northeastern Ontario with Angela Mills, water resources specialist at North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority.

Paul takes your gardening questions and talks about how to get rid of invasive plants before they take over your green spaces. Paul Zammit is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

We hear about how older adults in Ontario are using screens and your thoughts about when it might be a problem. Our guest is Nicole Dalmer, is an associate professor with the Department of Health, Aging and Society at McMaster University.

We hear about your experiences accessing nurse practitioner care in Ontario as the province falls behind on covering some nurse practitioner care. Our guest is Michelle Acorn, CEO of the Nurse Practitioners' Association of Ontario and we hear from Hoda Mankal, a nurse practitioner and executive director of the Ottawa Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic, and Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman, president of the Ontar...

We hear about how you are relying on debt to help cover the cost of basic essentials as the price of gas goes up along with everything from insurance to mortgage payments. Our guest for the hour is Rebekah Smylie, certified financial counsellor and Manager of Financial Empowerment at West Neighbourhood House.

We hear your reaction to the federal Liberal sweep of three ridings in byelections Monday. Our guests are CBC Parliament Hill senior writer Aaron Wherry and we hear from Philippe Fournier, poll analyst and editor in chief of 338Canada.

Pickup trucks are among the most popular vehicles in Canada but they are known for being costly in gas. We'll hear how this is affecting drivers and we'll hear how it might affect vehicle sales with Greg Layson, digital editor with Automotive News Canada.

Our regular gardening expert Paul Zammit has some tips on building raised garden beds from scratch. Paul is a professor of horticulture and environmental studies at Niagara College.