The Morning Show with Devon Peacock

This month, the House of Commons voted to approve the Liberal government’s capital gains tax changes. The changes will increase the inclusion rate for taxable capital gains. They are now set to take effect June 25. The federal government has maintained the changes will affect a small-number of Canadians, but not everyone is convinced. 

A new international study led by researchers from Lawson Health Research Institute will come as good news for anyone considering becoming a kidney donor. The study, which was conducted at 17 transplant centres across Canada and Australia, found there is no difference in a number of health indicators in kidney donors when compared to individuals with similar levels of baseline good health seven yea...

Bars and restaurants in Ontario are bracing for the impacts of a potential LCBO strike if it goes ahead in July, with one industry group saying industrial action could impact the delivery of wine and spirits for businesses still recovering from the pandemic.

Normally you want to avoid going over 100 when it comes to golf, but not this time. The Thames Valley Golf Course will celebrate its 100th anniversary this weekend with a 100 person golf tournament. For those unable to attend, commemorative golf items will be available all year long.

The construction of the Humane Society of London and Middlesex's new home has entered the home stretch. The humane society is building a new shelter on Dundas Street East, near Highbury Avenue. The target date is November. The new location will be much larger than their current location, it will be triple the size. As they near the move-in date, they're still fundraising for their new home and are...

An extended heatwave continues for London, the region and most of the province. Experts say city and suburb dwellers have it much worse than their counterparts living in the countryside due to a phenomenon sometimes referred to as ‘urban heat island effect.' The Climate Atlas of Canada says the urban heat island phenomenon happens when paved surfaces amplify and trap heat far more effectively than...

If you're afraid of needles, a new clinic at children's hospital gets straight to the point. Initially founded in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic, a vaccination clinic has now become a permanent feature at Children's Hospital at LHSC for those with needle anxiety and other specialized needs. 

The Blyth Festival is marking 50 years in operation with The Farm Show, a production that allowed the festival to get its start back in 1974 but never actually graced the stage -- until now.

Watering your garden at dawn and dusk is one piece of advice Will Heeman from Heeman's has for Londoners concerned about their garden during the heat wave. What other advice does he have? Tune in to find out!

Does London need a new city hall? What, if anything, should it do with the land around city hall? The future of city hall and London's homeless encampment strategy are two of the big items that will be discussed by city politicians today.

Mayor Josh Morgan weighs in on London's updated homeless encampment strategy, where London's hubs plan stands and the effort to create more supportive housing in the city.

How can Londoners beat the heat this week? The hottest week of the year is upon us with temperatures above 30 all week long. What do Londoners need to know to stay safe?

Two restaurants in London have been named to a prestigious list. The Mule in downtown London and Dolcetto in the west end of the city were named two of Canada's top 100 outdoor eateries. What makes a great patio? Katerina Alexander-Wills, Assistant General Manager at The Mule, joins The Morning Show.

It's budget time at the Thames Valley District School Board. The school board started the process with an $18-million deficit, it's now down to just over $4 million. It has been reported the school board is looking at potentially closing schools as part of this process. However, the school board says that isn't true. 

Do your kids play hockey? Stats indicate the numbers are on the decline. A Hockey Canada report from two years ago found there was a 22 per cent decrease over a 13 year period while a Canadian Youth Sports Report from last year said soccer was the most popular choice followed by swimming, hockey and then basketball. 

Canada continues to fall behind the rest of its NATO alliance on defence spending. What could the ramifications be from this? David Perry, President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, joins The Morning Show.

It's been almost six years since Canada legalized cannabis. Health Canada recently announced it was making some regulatory changes, what's changing and what do changes say about how the industry is doing? Michael Armstrong, associate business professor at Brock University who analyzes cannabis market data, joins The Morning Show.

It's budget season at the Thames Valley District School Board and officials say a lack of provincial funding has put them in a deficit situation. To make up for it, they're looking at cuts within departments and not filling jobs when they become available.

The Middlesex-London Health Unit is warning the public about Lyme disease for London and Middlesex. The health unit revealed on Tuesday an adult from Middlesex County has been diagnosed with Lyme disease. News of the diagnosis comes following a report there have been an increased number of cases of Lyme disease in Ontario this year. The province was up to 60 by the end of May, typically there is a...

Ontario isn't scheduled to have another election until 2026 but could that change? With his latest cabinet shuffle and MPP's rising for an early, and extended, summer break, many are asking the question. Could there be an election call next spring?

From renovictions to transit villages, housing will be on the agenda at London city hall in a couple of different ways this week.

Renovictions have been a hot topic at London city hall in recent years and now the city is ready to crack down on them. A new bylaw will be discussed by a city committee today before the public gets their say on July 15th.

The federal government said in 2023 it was considering standardized charging points for all devices, should it go ahead with that? A new law from the European Union will be on the books by the end of the year.

If you're looking for something to do with the family this weekend -- or over the new few weeks -- you may want to head over to Heeman's in Thorndale. Strawberry picking season starts today and for many families, going out to your own strawberries is an annual tradition. What can you do to make your fresh strawberries last longer? Will Heeman is here with the answer.

Last month, Canada Post reported a $748-million annual loss before taxes for 2023, it's their sixth consecutive year in the red. Canada Post says back in 2006, the average Canadian household was receiving some seven letters a week; that’s down to just two in 2023, following the rapid rise of email and other forms of internet communication. So, something needs to change, but what?