Ontario premier Doug Ford says the province has to plan for Donald Trump's tariffs to stay - whether or not the Republican party retains control after the midterms. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath take a look into Ontario's economic future and what the NDP is saying about the recent layoffs at Stelco.

Municipal Election Watch returns with a look at Haldimand county and a recap of the Toronto mayor's debate hosted by TVO. Steve and John Michael McGrath dig into how Olivia Chow and Brad Bradford performed at the event.

Within biking distance of TVO's studio are the graves of seven former premiers of Ontario. Steve and JMM provide historical context about each premier as they take listeners on a gravesite tour through Mount Pleasant and St. James cemeteries.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/in-torontos-finance-district-a-piece-of-history-disappears

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-people-are-angry-about-stelco-what-can-canadian-governments-do-about-it

Ontario premier Doug Ford says the province has to plan for Donald Trump's tariffs to stay - whether or not the Republican party retains control after the midterms. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath take a look into Ontario's economic future and what the NDP is saying about the recent layoffs at Stelco.
Municipal Election Watch returns with a look at Haldimand county and a recap of the Toronto mayor's debate hosted by TVO. Steve and John Michael McGrath dig into how Olivia Chow and Brad Bradford performed at the event.
Within biking distance of TVO's studio are the graves of seven former premiers of Ontario. Steve and JMM provide historical context about each premier as they take listeners on a gravesite tour through Mount Pleasant and St. James cemeteries.
Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/in-torontos-finance-district-a-piece-of-history-disappears
JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-people-are-angry-about-stelco-what-can-canadian-governments-do-about-it

#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

Has Canada's relationship with the U.S. changed permanently?

The province is pausing OSAP payments to all career college students in the wake of reporting from the Canadian Press that some schools may be misusing funds. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath take a deep dive into how private career colleges are driving up spending - and how that affects the broader post-secondary education system.

Municipal Election Watch continues, with Steve and John Michael discussing how things got heated during a debate in Mississauga, why Doug Ford is running for mayor in Kawartha Lakes, and how two mayoral candidates in Milton are vowing a clean race.

In 2023, Ontario's Integrity Commissioner found that PC MPP Steve Clark had breached the Members' Integrity Act - and the commissioner recommended Clark be reprimanded for his conduct. Steve and JMM discuss why that never happened and why Ontario Liberal MPP Dr. Adil Shamji is talking about it.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/beaches-east-york-hosts-one-of-the-most-intriguing-campaigns-in-the-province-again

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-what-are-torontos-conservatives-doing

The province is pausing OSAP payments to all career college students in the wake of reporting from the Canadian Press that some schools may be misusing funds. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath take a deep dive into how private career colleges are driving up spending - and how that affects the broader post-secondary education system.
Municipal Election Watch continues, with Steve and John Michael discussing how things got heated during a debate in Mississauga, why Doug Ford is running for mayor in Kawartha Lakes, and how two mayoral candidates in Milton are vowing a clean race.
In 2023, Ontario's Integrity Commissioner found that PC MPP Steve Clark had breached the Members' Integrity Act - and the commissioner recommended Clark be reprimanded for his conduct. Steve and JMM discuss why that never happened and why Ontario Liberal MPP Dr. Adil Shamji is talking about it.
Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/beaches-east-york-hosts-one-of-the-most-intriguing-campaigns-in-the-province-again
JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-what-are-torontos-conservatives-doing

Are Ontario's private career colleges misusing OSAP?

Stelco is laying off workers in Hamilton and every level of government is livid. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath examine the impact tariffs have had on steel production in Canada, and what an American CEO has to do with this move.

Municipal Election Watch returns with Steve and John Michael taking a look at the races in Windsor and Halton Hills.

Former Ontario MPP Gary Malkowski and filmmaker Alvin Witcher join the podcast to discuss a new documentary, "Gary Malkowski: A Deaf Legacy in Ontario." Steve and the guests discuss Malkowski's journey from Deaf community advocate to elected official.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/queens-park-needs-a-facelift-ontario-should-give-pei-a-call

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules

Transcript file coming soon.

Stelco is laying off workers in Hamilton and every level of government is livid. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath examine the impact tariffs have had on steel production in Canada, and what an American CEO has to do with this move.
Municipal Election Watch returns with Steve and John Michael taking a look at the races in Windsor and Halton Hills.
Former Ontario MPP Gary Malkowski and filmmaker Alvin Witcher join the podcast to discuss a new documentary, "Gary Malkowski: A Deaf Legacy in Ontario." Steve and the guests discuss Malkowski's journey from Deaf community advocate to elected official.
Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/queens-park-needs-a-facelift-ontario-should-give-pei-a-call
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules</a>
Transcript file coming soon.

Donald Trump's tariffs take a bite out of Steeltown

Contract talks between Stellantis and UNIFOR have taken a turn for the worse, and the automaker has said it plans to sell its idled plant to a defence contractor. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into what's caused this road block, why the union is saying the current plan is unacceptable, and what pressure tactics the Canadian government could apply to the company.

In just over a month, municipal elections will be held across the province. In a new podcast segment, Steve and John Michael look at some of the hottest races -and discuss what happens if no one throws their hats in the ring.

The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario released its spending reports this week. Steve and JMM take a deep dive into the numbers and what they say about Ontario's economy.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so

Contract talks between Stellantis and UNIFOR have taken a turn for the worse, and the automaker has said it plans to sell its idled plant to a defence contractor. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into what's caused this road block, why the union is saying the current plan is unacceptable, and what pressure tactics the Canadian government could apply to the company.
In just over a month, municipal elections will be held across the province. In a new podcast segment, Steve and John Michael look at some of the hottest races -and discuss what happens if no one throws their hats in the ring.
The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario released its spending reports this week. Steve and JMM take a deep dive into the numbers and what they say about Ontario's economy.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier">https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so</a>

Has Canada's relationship with the U.S. changed permanently?

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