Difference Makers: Episode 27

Sam Watts of the Welcome Hall Mission and James Hughes of the Old Brewery Mission shine light on people who make a difference in society. On this episode, they speak with Valerie Assouline who, with more than two decades of experience as a family lawyer, having been a prominent member of the Quebec…

Unwined: The focus is on wine....wine as culture

Today on Unwined, the focus is on a theme that sits at the very heart of wine—wine as culture. Wine is not just something we drink… it is history, identity, craftsmanship, and a true reflection of the people and places behind it.  And there is no better place to explore this idea than Chianti Class…

The Car Show: Don't lose your keyfob!

Licenced mechanic and automotive expert Lisa Christensen answers all your car questions every Saturday at 10 a.m.

Home Improvement Show: Huge Hydro Bills

Every Saturday at 9 a.m., Joanne Vrakas is joined by Walter Assi, president of Renovco to answer home improvement questions and provide tips on how to properly do renovations around your house.

Dr. Soles: Is autism misdiagnosed in young girls?

Is autism misdiagnosed in girls? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles says young girls learn to mask symptoms which makes early diagnoses tricky. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental…

Is it too late for diplomacy in Iran?

Fuel prices rising and talks of boots of the ground. Many are now wondering what the U.S. is planning next in Iran. Former Quebec delegate to New-York and Washington and fellow at the Canadian Affairs Institute John Parisella says it’s never too late for diplomacy. John Parisella is a special advi…

Montreal loves a parade!

Does Montreal love a parade? From Saint Patrick’s to Greek Independence and beyond, the city has it all. Montreal expert Thom Sievewright takes a look back at how this all got started. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekend…

Food Professor: Do you make enough money for groceries?

New Statistics Canada numbers show wages and not keeping up with food inflation. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois says it’s a real problem for fixed income shoppers. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Fa…

Nutrition: Prunes for everyone!

Dried peas, spinach and prunes. They may not be so fashionable anymore but nutritionist Kim Arrey says these staples are affordable superfoods in need of a comeback. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.

Montreal Now with Aaron Rand: Week of March 16, 2026

David Fraser, Retired Major-General in Canada Eric Girard, Minister of Finance Claude Pinard is chair of Montreal’s Executive Committee Brett Anderson, Food reporter for the New York Times based in New Orleans Marc-Olivier Frappier, Owner of Rôtisserie La Lune and chef at Mon Lapin