Ontario is saying so long to mask mandates. On this week's podcast, hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss whether the decision is based on science or politics.

Also, Rima Berns-McGown, NDP MPP for Beaches-East York, discusses why she won't be running for a second term. Her reasons aren't what you might expect.

For more information:

Yes, we should talk about ranked ballots. But we need to talk about a whole lot more.

https://www.tvo.org/article/yes-we-should-talk-about-ranked-ballots-but-we-need-to-talk-about-a-whole-lot-more

Why nothing big gets done anymore https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZf54GLQmI0

Ontario is saying so long to mask mandates. On this week's podcast, hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss whether the decision is based on science or politics. Also, Rima Berns-McGown, NDP MPP for Beaches-East York, discusses why she won't be running for a second term. Her reasons aren't what you might expect.
For more information:
Yes, we should talk about ranked ballots. But we need to talk about a whole lot more.
<a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/yes-we-should-talk-about-ranked-ballots-but-we-need-to-talk-about-a-whole-lot-more">https://www.tvo.org/article/yes-we-should-talk-about-ranked-ballots-but-we-need-to-talk-about-a-whole-lot-more</a>
Why nothing big gets done anymore <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZf54GLQmI0">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZf54GLQmI0</a>

#onpoli, a TVO podcast, is all about Ontario politics. Join hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath for candid interviews and a deeper understanding of how politics touches our day-to-day lives. When it comes to #onpoli, we're here to give you the bigger picture.

#onpoli, a TVO podcast, is all about Ontario politics. Join hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath for candid interviews and a deeper understanding of how politics touches our day-to-day lives. When it comes to #onpoli, we're here to give you the big

#onpoli, a TVO podcast

Goodbye mask mandates

The fall economic statement shows the province is raking in more money than previously thought, but is it enough to justify a $200 cheque to every Ontarian? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss.
 
Are you getting a COVID shot? Why uptake might not match previous years and why the province's chief medical officer has been silent about it.
 
Doug Ford called out Sudbury NDP MPP Jamie West and says he's playing cards on the back bench. Is it just another signal that a spring election looms?
 
Peter Bethlenfalvy joins the podcast to talk about the province's financial state of affairs and defends the government's books.

Peter Bethlenfalvy on the province's financial state of affairs

Queen's Park is back and still talking about bike lanes. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the government's first big piece legislation and why it's so laser focused on bikes.

Dr. Jane Philpott is taking charge of a provincial team that's looking to connect all Ontarians with a primary healthcare provider. It's an odd job for the former Liberal health minister although well within her wheelhouse, but will Doug Ford listen to her recommendations?

Marit Stiles joins the podcast to talk about the NDP's plans for upcoming session at QP, the fact that 3 of her MPPs have left for Federal politics, and why she's the alternative Ontarians need right now. 

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/celebrating-a-man-who-knows-all-there-is-to-know-about-ontario-political-history

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-ontario-could-have-a-new-option-for-turning-offices-into-homes-if-the-government-takes

Queen's Park is back and still talking about bike lanes. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the government's first big piece legislation and why it's so laser focused on bikes.
Dr. Jane Philpott is taking charge of a provincial team that's looking to connect all Ontarians with a primary healthcare provider. It's an odd job for the former Liberal health minister although well within her wheelhouse, but will Doug Ford listen to her recommendations?
Marit Stiles joins the podcast to talk about the NDP's plans for upcoming session at QP, the fact that 3 of her MPPs have left for Federal politics, and why she's the alternative Ontarians need right now. 
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/celebrating-a-man-who-knows-all-there-is-to-know-about-ontario-political-history">https://www.tvo.org/article/celebrating-a-man-who-knows-all-there-is-to-know-about-ontario-political-history</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-ontario-could-have-a-new-option-for-turning-offices-into-homes-if-the-government-takes">https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-ontario-could-have-a-new-option-for-turning-offices-into-homes-if-the-government-takes</a>

Marit Stiles on her vision for Ontario

Ontario Green Party leader Mike Schreiner joins the podcast to talk about his hopes for the party, the new session at Queen's Park, and much more.

Want bike lanes in your city? Well, you'll have to run it by Queen's Park as the provincial government wants a say on where bike lanes go.

Ontario Liberals are saying the Therme Spa deal is Doug Ford's 407. The NDP are calling for an investigation into it the deal. Meanwhile, Doug Ford will be sending you $200 in the mail.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/remembering-jim-peterson

John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-governments-add-red-tape-to-stuff-they-want-to-suffocate-housing-and-bike-lanes

Ontario Green Party leader Mike Schreiner joins the podcast to talk about his hopes for the party, the new session at Queen's Park, and much more.
Want bike lanes in your city? Well, you'll have to run it by Queen's Park as the provincial government wants a say on where bike lanes go.
Ontario Liberals are saying the Therme Spa deal is Doug Ford's 407. The NDP are calling for an investigation into it the deal. Meanwhile, Doug Ford will be sending you $200 in the mail.
Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/remembering-jim-peterson
John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/opinion-governments-add-red-tape-to-stuff-they-want-to-suffocate-housing-and-bike-lanes

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