Do you worry about the collection and logging of your personal data?

Sunday, June 16, 2013 | Categories: Episodes

Do you worry about the collection and logging of your personal data?
Is Big Brother watching?  News that the US government has been logging the phone and Internet usage of Americans surprised many.  Now it seems it might involve Canadians too.

With businesses tracking your every click online, and governments interested in who you contact ...do you feel data mining is going too far?

With guest host Harry Forestell

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Is Canada making the right moves in developing the north?

Sunday, June 9, 2013 | Categories: Episodes, Special Events and Programs

Is Canada making the right moves in developing the north?
Live from Inuvik 
Does your Canada include the north?

Canada's resource-rich north beckons to a world hungry for raw materials. Resource development builds strong economies but it can also create problems. As the Northwest Territories warms to its new powers of economic development, it's looking to turn oil, gas and minerals into a better future. But ensuring a resource boom benefits the local community can be a challenge.  Hear the hopes and concerns of the people of Inuvik.

Is Canada making the right moves in developing the north?

Live from the Community Hall in the Midnight Sun Complex in Inuvik, NWT.

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Does Canada need a bill of rights for airline passengers?

Sunday, June 2, 2013 | Categories: Episodes

Does Canada need a bill of rights for airline passengers?
Attention all passengers: A disgruntled traveler has won a complaint about being bumped from an overbooked flight. The ruling says Air Canada must pay more compensation in future. Now there's renewed calls for a legislated bill of rights for airline passengers. 

What do you think ...is it needed?

With guest host Andrew Nichols.

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What does it take to keep politics honest: strict rules, strong leadership, or good character?

Sunday, May 26, 2013 | Categories: Episodes

What does it take to keep politics honest: strict rules, strong leadership, or good character?
Government accountability: The Senate expense scandal is raising questions about the behaviour of public officials, both elected and appointed. Despite efforts to regulate ethics, breaches still occur.

What's the best way to ensure accountability among politicians and public servants ...strict rules or strong leadership?

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What's your reaction to the Senator Mike Duffy expense scandal?

Sunday, May 19, 2013 | Categories: Episodes

What's your reaction to the Senator Mike Duffy expense scandal?
Senate expense scandal: After months of chasing Senator Mike Duffy for his questionable living expenses, it turns out the money was paid back ...by  the Prime Minister's chief of staff.  
What does it say about accountability ...not to mention the role of the Prime Ministers Office?

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