The Rundown
The Rundown
Hosted by Jeyan Jeganathan, The Rundown delivers original journalism and in-depth analysis of the social, political, cultural, and economic issues that shape life in Ontario. Each episode focuses on one topic that’s making headlines, examining it from different angles and through diverse points of view — providing the context you need to understand what’s happening in the province and around the w…Social links:
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How Do You Sell Canadian Films to Canadians?
As Canada marks National Canadian Film Day, new data from Telefilm Canada shows 2025 was one of the weakest box office years this decade for Canadian films. Why aren't audiences turning out? Sonya Yokota William, Francesca Accinelli, and Noah Segal examine what is holding Canadian movies back and w…
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Is Canada Ready for a New Era of Extreme Weather?
Last year was the second-worst wildfire season in Canadian history, with millions of hectares burned and communities across the country forced to evacuate. As climate change drives longer, more intense fire seasons, how bad could future years get and are we prepared? We examine Canada's growing wil…
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Why Are Some Gen Z Men Embracing Traditional Gender Roles?
Research is challenging the assumption that younger generations are becoming more progressive, suggesting some Gen Z men are adopting more conservative views on gender and masculinity. Heejung Chung of King's College London and University of Toronto Scarborough psychologist Leif Anderson, explain w…
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Does Ontario Profit Too Much From Gambling and Alcohol?
Online betting now brings in major revenue for the province, but experts warn that the financial upside may come with mounting public-health costs. A similar tension shows up in new data on alcohol use: fewer Ontarians are drinking, yet binge drinking rates remain stubbornly high. What explains the…
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Should Pension Funds Help Build Canada's Future?
The federal Liberals are pitching big, costly bets such as nuclear power, critical minerals, and high-speed rail as central to Canada's economic future, raising questions about who pays and whether pension funds should help finance projects tied to economic sovereignty. Matthew Mendelsohn and Keith…
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Do Ontario's New Housing Incentives Go Far Enough?
Ontario and the federal government are rolling out new housing measures, including HST rebates on new homes and billions in infrastructure funding to cut development charges. Will these moves actually bring down prices and speed up construction, or are deeper structural fixes still missing?
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Remembering Stephen Lewis: A Conversation with Bob Rae
Bob Rae reflects on the legacy of Stephen Lewis, one of Canada’s most influential public figures and international advocates. Drawing on decades of public life and personal experience, Rae discusses Lewis’s impact on politics, diplomacy, and social justice, and what his work continues to mean for C…
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Are Special Economic Zones Redefining How Ontario Governs?
Under Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, the Ford government gave itself new powers to create "special economic zones," promising faster development and fewer regulatory hurdles. Those powers are now being tested at Billy Bishop Airport, where the province is considering exp…
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What Do Ontario's FOI Changes Mean for Transparency?
Ontario's 2026 budget and a proposed overhaul of freedom-of-information laws have dominated headlines, but critics warn some of the most significant changes are escaping scrutiny. As the Ford government moves to rewrite access-to-information rules and quietly advance key budget measures, transparen…
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Can a Firearms Buyback Reduce Gun Violence?
As the federal government’s gun buyback program faces growing criticism, questions remain about whether it will meaningfully improve public safety, or miss the forces driving gun violence in the first place. From the legal challenges surrounding firearms policy, examined by lawyer Edward Burlew, to…
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