CBC Radio's Information Morning kick starts the day on mainland Nova Scotia with news, survival information, compelling stories and opinions from all perspectives in the province.
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The Canadian experience from two Black Men
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Huddle's Home Office podcast features conversations with New Brunswick and Nova Scotian community leaders and entrepreneurs from their homes– focusing on issues and events that accelerate and enrich the growth of the region’s economy and culture.
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A show dedicated to defining, demystifying, and making the work of Social Enterprises more accessible to the Nova Scotian business community. We learn alongside our listeners by interviewing local entrepreneurs who’ve decided to use business for good, and who value prosperity beyond profit. Nova Scotians who want to shape their businesses to benefit communities, culture, and the environment. Who knows? You may be closer to running a Social Enterprise than you think!
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With Patrick's sweet fruity dreams and Braden's savoury, bacony hot-takes, this podcast takes on provincial and federal politics and social issues from a Nova Scotian perspective, all the while still trying to have some fun.
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In an effort to address the barriers and gaps in care experienced by African Nova Scotian and Urban Indigenous women in Kjipuktuk (Halifax, Nova Scotia), four organizations banded together to provide culturally-specific programming to address the issue of gender-based violence as it appears in these two communities. Inspired by Indigenous customary law and Afrocentricity, these programs aim to address the failures of our inherited colonial systems by connecting women with other members of th ...
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PREP Academy presents, PREP Podcast: Knowledge is Power, a College and University preparation podcast specifically for African Nova Scotian students and parents! Hosted by Founder & Executive Director of PREP Academy, Ashley Hill, alongside Keira Grady, you can expect authentic conversations with African Nova Scotian guests who have lived experience navigating the education system. This podcast was created for the community and by the community and is to be used as a tool to guide students i ...
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CBC Radio's Information Morning Cape Breton helps listeners better understand and explore the challenges in our island's future, remember their past and celebrate their neighbours' accomplishments.
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Sara, Gabby, and Brianne talk about Nova Scotia things, and probably laugh a lot. There's a good chance Sara and or Brianne comically mispronounce some words. Will there be a full episode on Brianne's car? I sure hope so!
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Introducing the Loyalist Connections Podcast: Step into a world where history comes alive, voices echo through time, and untold narratives find their voice. Welcome to the Loyalist Connections Podcast, where we discover and capture the rich heritage of the African Nova Scotian community and beyond. Hosted by Laurice Downey, and Shawn Smith our passionate duo brings their expertise and dedication to reveal the captivating stories of our ancestors, shedding light on their resourcefulness, resi ...
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Join host Amanda Bostlund around kitchen tables and in community spaces for Elder Voices, a limited-series podcast of stories and ideas from elders, and about elderhood, from within Mi’kmaw, African Nova Scotian, Acadian and Gaelic communities. For those of us in Anglo settler communities who have lost the tradition of elderhood, this is an invitation to listen, learn and remember. For all of us, these voices will offer a window into ways of life that are different from our own. Elder Voices ...
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The Hidden Figures - Music Business on the World stage show is a conversational podcast that features figures from the international music industry that can be described as hidden or behind the scenes. The sole purpose of this show is to uncover the many professions in the music industry around the world that the average person may not have any knowledge of but provide incredible value to the space. Hidden Figures provides options for people of all ages looking to penetrate the music industr ...
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Go deeper into the news and current affair impacting Canada and what it means for Christians trying to make sense of it all with Context Beyond the Headlines podcast. We sit down with people who have first-hand experiences to get their perspectives on how changes to society will affect Canadians and how the church can play a role in walking alongside the most vulnerable. Host Maggie John tackles how faith intersects with everything from abortion, decriminalization of drugs, reconciliation, h ...
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Whether you explore the oceans as a snorkeler, scuba diver, freediver or tech diver, Dive In has something for you. It's filled with diving news, feature interviews with guests from around the world, interesting dive topics, ocean advocacy and more. The podcast is a light-hearted show hosted by avid divers that examines issues relevant to divers and the oceans. Guests on our show have included talented local uw photographers, record breaking freedivers, world-renown cave explorers, internati ...
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Mind the Disruption is a show about people who refuse to accept things as they are. It's about people pushing for better health for all. It's about people like us who have a deep desire to build a healthier, more just world. On Mind the Disruption, a podcast by the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (NCCDH), you’ll hear the stories of people who have disrupted the usual ways of doing things in their organizations, communities, and society in pursuit of better health for ...
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Meet a Guysborough County artist who volunteers her time, making art with local nursing home residents
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8:30After an art program for nursing homes in Guysborough County lost its funding this year, the woman leading it decided to forge ahead on her own. We'll find out how Moni Duersch sources the materials she needs to continue bringing joy to seniors in her community.
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Cape Breton legal aid lawyer Alison Aho gets the patented Information Morning Popcorn Interview treatment.
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A Cape Breton-born tech expert says the PowerSchool breach should raise questions about who we trust with our personal information.
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When Justice Got It Wrong: The wrongful convictions of Leighton Hay and Raymond Flanks
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38:28This episode is about time you can’t get back.The silence of a prison cell when you know you don’t belong there.A life put on pause—sometimes forever.It’s about wrongful convictions. Men like Raymond Flanks, who spent nearly 40 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit.Men like Leighton Hay, just 19 when he was locked up for 12 years—because of…
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What If the Promise Was Kept? - 40 Acres and a Mule
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23:28Today at the Down Home Podcast, we ask: What if the promise was kept? What if, after emancipation, Black Americans truly received 40 acres and a mule? What if the Black Loyalists — those who fought for freedom in exchange for loyalty — were actually granted the 100 acres they were promised? How would land, ownership, and economic freedom have trans…
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Disrupting for well-being with RECOVER Edmonton
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42:24In response to rising tensions and unmet needs in its downtown core, the City of Edmonton’s RECOVER Urban Wellbeing team and partners questioned assumptions and embarked on a journey of deep listening and co-creation of solutions with residents to cultivate connectedness and well-being. Check out this episode, featuring former RECOVER project manag…
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Celebrating Black Culture in North America: History, Rhythm, and Pride
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15:05From Juneteenth in the U.S., to Emancipation Day in Canada, to the rhythm and colour of Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival — these celebrations go beyond the festivities. They mark freedom, honour the past, and bring people together. Whether you’re part of the crowd or just getting to know what these days stand for, we’re here to share what makes them me…
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Framed: How Popular Media Boxes In Black Identity
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21:56Have you ever noticed how modern media often boxes Black people into narrow, repetitive roles? The angry or sassy Black woman. The criminal. The loyal sidekick. The athlete. The entertainer. These tropes have dominated screens for decades — and the portrayal of Black people as ordinary, multi-dimensional human beings is still rare. But these images…
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How Donald Trump's anti-Canadian rhetoric is impacting Nova Scotians abroad
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6:59Threats against Canada by U.S. President Donald Trump have certainly brought people in this country together. But not all Canadians are living in Canada. For a look at how the past few months have impacted the expat community, we reached the president of Global Bluenosers, a networking group for Nova Scotians abroad.…
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What are the ethical implications of trying to bring back extinct animals?
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9:29A company in Texas says it has brought back an animal called the dire wolf from extinction, but it's raising some questions among the scientific community. Bioethicist Francoise Baylis offers her analysis.
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The Knox Office: New movies in cinemas this weekend!
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7:47Get out the popcorn, it's movie time! Film reviewer Carsten Knox has reviews of new movies in theatres, including The Friend starring Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.
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Canada's 2SLGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce holding information sessions in Halifax
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9:18We are in the midst of a national conversation about interprovincial trade, and strengthening our ties with markets overseas. Canada's 2SLGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce talks about creating and strengthening a national business network in the face of U.S. tariffs and anti-queer sentiments creeping over the border.…
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Conversation with Mooseheads' GM about an upset for the ages in playoffs
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8:13The Halifax Mooseheads are on their way to what could be one of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League's biggest comeback stories ever! The team was 16th seed when they clinched the first series, winning Game 7. Mooseheads general manager Cam Russell talks about what's next.
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Disrupting for well-being with Engage Nova Scotia (Part 2)
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44:14Engage Nova Scotia is working to better measure, understand and improve well-being for all Nova Scotians through a large Quality of Life survey, accessible data tools and deep community engagement. Over two episodes, you will meet multiple members of the vibrant Engage Nova Scotia team: Chief Engagement Officer Danny Graham, Outreach and Participat…
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We launch our series of one-on-one interviews with the candidates - starting with Jaime Battiste.
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Wiped Off the Map: The Erasure of Black Towns in America
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18:59In this episode, Derek and Jay explore predominantly Black towns that were deliberately wiped off the map #TruthInHistory #ForgottenCommunities #BlackTownsMatter #ErasedHistory #blackhistory #canadianblackhistory #blackhistorymonth #podcast #oklahoma #rosewoodBy Jason Jones and Derek Wyse
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CBC Nova Scotia Legislature Reporter Jean Laroche retired Monday after almost 40 years.
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Paws Mart has officially been around for 20 years and it's celebrating that milestone this weekend.
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Student political panel: Why do young voters tend to be less engaged?
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20:59The youngest eligible voters in our country are also the least likely to exercise that freedom, according to voter turnout numbers. We ask a panel of Politics majors from Acadia University how they're preparing to head to the polls, and why their friends might not be as politically engaged.
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Elections Canada on some of the ways you can vote in the federal election
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9:22For a primer on how to vote, we ask Elections Canada spokesperson Françoise Enguehard for the latest on special ballots, electoral boundary changes, and a Halifax riding byelection called before the federal election.
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A is for Adventure: C is for camping! And creatures!
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9:04Nova Scotia Parks has opened bookings for summer camping. Chris and Jan from A for Adventure talk about some destinations to consider and give us some timely advice about ticks.
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The L'nu Nursing Initiative has a new website, celebrating Mi'kmaw nurses across the province. It's also meant to inspire the next generation of nurses, and help them on their academic journeys. Dawn GooGoo leads the project, and she spoke to the CBC's Preston Mulligan.
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Health Hacks #287: Should you participate in online genetic testing?
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6:51Health care columnist Mary Jane Hampton takes a look at online genetic testing, and whether you might still want to do it in light of the 23andMe bankruptcy.
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New white nationalist group pops up in Dartmouth
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8:28About a dozen men calling themselves the "Second Sons" held a rally at the Dartmouth Cenotaph over the weekend. In photos, most of the members are wearing masks, except for Jeremy MacKenzie, founder of the white nationalist group Diagolon. Peter Smith with the Canadian Anti-Hate Network weighs in.
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In the late 1950s, the NHL was a sport played entirely by white athletes. But on January 18, 1958, Willie O’Ree became the first Black player to skate in an NHL game. It takes a special kind of person to be the first—someone with courage, determination, and a belief that no barrier is too high to break. O’Ree’s debut wasn’t just about making histor…
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Art 'n Soul: Productions of The First Lady and Crypthand
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9:50In today's culture column, Tara Lynn Taylor brings a look at gospel stage play The First Lady. Plus, Neptune's Youth Performance Company takes on the award-winning play, Crypthand.
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After nearly 40 years reporting for CBC, our legislature reporter Jean Laroche is retiring. He's spent four decades conducting interviews, so we put him on the other side of the microphone to reflect on his remarkable and colourful career.
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How is the housing crisis playing out in Digby?
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9:27Like many small towns in Nova Scotia, Digby is facing a housing crisis. Decent and affordable rentals are hard to come by, and new places have long waiting lists well before they're even built. Some people are leaving Digby. Others are stuck in substandard and unsafe housing. Portia Clark went to Digby to see the situation first hand.…
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The Knox Office: Carsten brings us this week's film reviews!
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8:12In this week's column, our film reviewer Carsten Knox tells us about a few movies opening in cinemas, including Death Of A Unicorn starring Paul Rudd, and The Penguin Lessons starring Steve Coogan. Plus, the nominations are in for this year's Canadian Screen Awards.
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Halifax artist explores the ecological toll of gender reveal parties
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8:08What do drag queens, gender reveals, and natural disasters have in common? They're all part of an exhibition called "Oh Baby" that's showing at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia right now. It all centres around a 2017 wildfire in Arizona. The story sparked inspiration for Halifax artist Séamus Gallagher.…
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Global Icons: The Impact of Black Athletes
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19:20From the basketball court to the boxing ring, the soccer field to the tennis court, Black athletes have not only revolutionized their sports but also shaped global culture. These athletes didn't just play—they inspired, challenged societal norms, and redefined what it means to be a global icon. Join us as we reflect on the powerful impact of Black …
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Disrupting for well-being with Engage Nova Scotia (Part 1)
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36:39Engage Nova Scotia is working to better measure, understand and improve well-being for all Nova Scotians through a large Quality of Life survey, accessible data tools and deep community engagement. Over two episodes, you will meet multiple members of the vibrant Engage Nova Scotia team: Chief Engagement Officer Danny Graham, Outreach and Participat…
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Tom Urbaniak on the Liberal-on-Liberal election stand-off
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10:59We have Tom Urbaniak on the Liberal-on-Liberal standoff in Cape Breton, where both incumbent MPs want to run in the same riding.
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CBRM Council report with Tom Ayers: new CAO; heavy garbage; CBU funding request
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11:26Our Municipal Affairs Correspondent Tom Ayers will tell us about CBRM's top staff position, significant funding for CBU and heavy garbage.
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Health Hacks #285: What led to the current resurgence of the measles
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7:02The measles was nearly eradicated, but the highly contagious disease is once again getting a foothold in North America again because of vaccine hesitancy. That may seem like a recent phenomenon, but the roots of the problem go back decades. Mary Jane Hampton looks at that in this week's health hacks column.…
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Parents of a man who died outside Halifax bar push for bouncer training law
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8:06On Christmas Eve 2022, Ryan Sawyer died after an encounter with a bouncer at the Halifax Alehouse. Now his parents, Lee and Scott Sawyer, say Nova Scotia needs a law on training for bouncers. But the Security and Investigative Services Act is on a list of unproclaimed legislation the province is considering doing away with.…
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Why a tourism group is reassuring American visitors that they're still welcome in N.S.
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8:22Tourist season is just around the corner, but recent trade war tensions between Canada and the U.S. have some Americans wondering if they should visit our province this year. Hear why that inspired the Digby Area Tourism Association to write an open letter to Americans.
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Building Brilliance: grassroots organization in action
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25:40In this episode, we’re honoured to speak with Cheryl Henhoeffer, the founder and director of Building Brilliance—a nonprofit dedicated to empowering BIPOC children through literacy programs, STEM education, and cultural enrichment. Cheryl and her team are working tirelessly to ensure that young people in underserved communities have access to the t…
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Tech Column: Latest details on network of entrepreneurial hackers from China
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6:55The U.S Justice Department has charged 12 Chinese nationals with cyber-crimes, including mercenary hackers, employees of private hacking firms, and even law enforcement officers. Nur Zincir-Heywood brings us more on that story, and why it matters to people in Nova Scotia.
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The challenges of 'buying local' for seafood at the grocery store
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8:25The tariff war has inspired many people to buy local, but that's often easier said than done when it comes to seafood. Christina Callegari, SeaChoice representative from the Ecology Action Centre, explains why that is.
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Art 'n Soul: Little Shop of Horrors & Little Women
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9:18This week's culture column takes us to the Theatre Art Guild's modern adaptation of Little Women. Plus, Tara Lynn Taylor reviews Neptune Theatre's Little Shop of Horrors, shining a light on some of the puppet magic behind the production.
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Outgoing privacy commissioner says Nova Scotians wait too long for too little information
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10:05The province has been trying to change the way Freedom of Information works in this province. The outgoing privacy commissioner, Tricia Ralph chats about that, and the challenges facing her successor.
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We find out about a project that's tracking ducks, including some in Cape Breton, by fitting them with satellite transmitters
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An exit interview with Nova Scotia's outgoing privacy commissioner
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9:02The provincial government has been trying to change the way Freedom of Information works in this province. We spoke to outgoing privacy commissioner Tricia Ralph about that, and some of the challenges facing her successor.
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The Knox Office: It's time to go to the movies!
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7:45Information Morning's film reviewer, Carsten Knox, shares his thoughts on the new action-comedy "Novocaine." Plus, he has suggestions of where to find quality Canadian cinema on streaming services.
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Nova Scotia's piping plover population holding strong
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8:19The piping plover has been endangered for 40 years, but the small shorebird is bucking the trend. Population numbers have been slowly, slowly growing. We got an update from Birds Canada.
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Former Cole Harbour MLA Tony Ince appointed to Canadian Senate
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8:05Former MLA Tony Ince is Nova Scotia's latest appointment to the Senate of Canada. He stopped by the studio to tell us about his journey to get here, and what's been going through his mind since the big announcement.
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Raising awareness and raising funds with Teal to Heal
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9:05A Cape Breton event that raises funds and awareness around ovarian cancer will now help fund innovative cancer research in Halifax at one of the leading labs in the country.
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Local rising star DeeDee Austin to appear on Canada's Got Talent
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9:08DeeDee Austin is a 19-year-old singer from Fall River, N.S. The rising star is also a member of Abegweit First Nation on P.E.I. Next week, she'll appear on the national talent show, Canada's Got Talent! She stopped by the studio to chat about her recent success and upcoming performances.
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How Trump's political agenda will affect Canadian weather forecasting
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9:05Restrictions on science and scientists in the U.S. could affect our ability to deal with extreme weather here. The administration has told researchers not to communicate with colleagues in other countries without permission. It has also proposed cutting the budget of the National Science Foundation by two-thirds. Meteorologist Jim Abraham weighs in…
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