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Difference Makers: Episode 33

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. This week, Sam and James speak to Hannah Ryan, a social integration services teacher. For the past 10+ years she has worked (and continues to) at WIAIH West Isla…

Unwined: Wine picks for hockey night!

Today on Unwined, we're getting ready for the big game on Sunday night — yes, the Habs are playing, and I’ve got you covered with some wine picks that actually make sense for hockey night. Think easy, refreshing, and just interesting enough to keep you engaged through all three periods. We’re also…

The Car Show: Fixing a front end problem

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

Home Improvement Show: Adding A/C in a shed

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.

Looking for fast delicious meals? Chef V has got you covered

From steak subs, to chicken shawarma, Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco keeps it simple with her one sheet pan recipes. Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.  

Food Professor: Why are so many Canadians going veg?

Increasing costs are pushing Canadians to steer clear of meat. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois says imported beef may give consumers a break come summer. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor,’ is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of …

Nutrition: The snack attack that hits your memory hard

Nutritionist Kim Arrey on how ultra processed foods may affect an Alzheimer's diagnosis.  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 April 27, 2026

Amanda Lang, CTV News Chief Financial Correspondent Bernard Leblanc, President and Chief Executive Officer at La Maison Simons   Sara Eve Levac, lawyer and analyst at Option Consommateurs, consumer protection group & Natalie Preddie, Travel journalist and author   Candi Staton, 5x Grammy nominated…

Mulcair: Bring back proper rent control in the province of Quebec

CJAD 800 political commentator Tom Mulcair can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand in addition to The Andrew Carter Morning Show, every weekday at 7:40 a.m.