What Issues Will Dominate Queen's Park This Fall?

Ontario's legislature is back in session, with Ontario's legislature is back in session after a 21-week break, and there's no shortage of issues waiting at Queen's Park. From allegations of OSAP fraud and hospital staffing cuts to ongoing tariff tensions with the United States and looming education…

Could Ontario's Municipal Governments Become Obsolete?

Ontario has given strong mayors and regional chairs new powers in the name of efficiency. But what does that mean for local democracy, community representation, and the future of municipal government? We explore the impact of these changes with Bill Irwin, Councillor for Ward 2 in the Municipality …

What Happens When Deaths in Custody Go Unexamined?

Ontario is considering changes to the Coroners Act that could end mandatory inquests into deaths in custody, raising questions about transparency, accountability, and what families could lose if public hearings become less common. We discuss the proposal and the state of Ontario's inquest system wi…

How Is the Trade War Hitting Ontario Municipalities?

The trade war is creating profound economic uncertainty for communities across Canada. What role should municipalities play in a "Team Canada" response, and how can they navigate the economic fallout? Then, TVO Today's Nerds on Politics asks whether municipalities should rethink another local tradi…

Can Private Clinics and More Doctors Fix Ontario Health Care?

Ontario says expanding the role of private clinics could help patients get care faster. But what does the evidence tell us about the impact of private health care? Andrew Longhurst of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives weighs in. Then, NOSM University president Dr. Michael Green explains w…

Alberta Chose Canada. What Happens Now?

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Albertans have chosen Canada, while Premier Danielle Smith says voters have backed a stronger Alberta within a united country. So what does the referendum result say about the mood in Alberta, and where does the province go from here? Martha Hall Findlay, director of…

Are Ontario's Municipal Elections Ready for the AI Era?

Ontario's municipal election rules were written long before social media and AI transformed political campaigning. Are they still up to the task? Andrea Coyne, deputy clerk for the Town of Oakville, and Riley Brockington, president of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, discuss whether th…

Does Local Government Matter More Than You Think?

Local government has a major impact on everyday life, but how well do Ontarians understand what municipalities are responsible for? Charlie Buckley hits the streets of Toronto to put voters' knowledge to the test. Then, with voter disengagement and political burnout challenging local democracy, Fra…

Is Canada's Military Ready for a More Dangerous World?

General Wayne Eyre retired in 2024 after four decades of military service, most recently as Canada's chief of the defence staff. What did his time at the top teach him about the state of Canada's military and the politics shaping it? Then, Ann Fitz-Gerald of the Balsillie School of International Af…

What's Driving Canada's China Reset?

Canada's relationship with China appears to be entering a new chapter. Lynette Ong, Distinguished Professor of Chinese Politics at the University of Toronto, and Jeff Nankivell, president and CEO of the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, examine what's driving closer economic ties and what they cou…