February 2012 Archives

Transit Strike Deadlock, Science of Death

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An Industrial Relations professor weighs in on the Halifax transit strike impasse. Plus, a medical examiner answers your questions about the science of death....

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Dying a Good Death - Links

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Get more information on palliative care...

Navy Spy, Job Bank Crash, Palliative Care, Your Feedback

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The latest developments in the cases of a naval officer from Nova Scotia accused of spying. A few perspectives on the federal government's job bank website going down. Your thoughts on what makes a good death. Plus, more of your...

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RRSP Deadline, Most Memorable Wake

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Personal Finance guru Gordon Pape on using RRSPs to save for retirement. Your stories about memorable wakes....

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Election Fraud Investigation, Painting Qs, Your Feedback

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Elections Canada investigates a series of deceptive calls made during the last federal election. Your feedback on making politicians' private lives a public matter. Plus, Jim White answers your painting questions....

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Politicians' Private Lives, Executor Duties, Pet Feedback

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We ask: When do politicians' private problems become our business? What you need to know if you're named the executor of a will. Plus, your feedback on NB's no-pet policy in subsidized housing units....

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Pet Evictions, Anne Murray vs Windmills Feedback, Bat Encounters

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A senior speaks out against a crackdown on pets in New Brunswick subsidized housing. Your thoughts on Anne Murray's opposition to windmills near her summer home, and a popular golf course in Pugwash. Plus, a zoologist tells us why bats...

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Anne Murray, Veterans Ombudsman, Red Tape, OxyContin Limits

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Why Anne Murray is fighting a windmill project in Nova Scotia. Veterans Ombudsman Guy Parent criticizes how government handles disability claims. Leanne Hachey answers your calls on red tape. Plus, why more needs to be done to really restrict access...

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Anne Murray Protests Wind Farm

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A famous Nova Scotian voice is speaking out against a proposed wind farm in Pugwash. Pugwash Wind Farm wants to build 11 turbines along the Gulf Shore Road. Anne Murray has written a letter to the Premier, calling on the...

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Classroom Technology, Doug Bethune, Coyote Feedback

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PEI cuts the classroom technology budget - we discuss reprecussions. Automotive Expert Doug Bethune answers your car questions. Plus, your thoughts on the human/coyote relationship....

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"Bogus" Refugees, Wildlife Sightings, Your Feedback

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An advocate reacts to news that the feds are cracking down on bogus refugee claimants. More of your bullying solutions. Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft on animal sightings. Plus, more of your likes and dislikes from the world of advertising....

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Online Surveillance Bill and Parents Battling Bullying

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A privacy lawyer on possible changes to the feds' online surveillance bill. Plus, we ask: How far would you go to protect your kids from bullies?...

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Slum Housing, Best and Worst Ads, Your Feedback

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Fighting poor conditions on the rental market. Your feedback on the provinces not paying for preventive care. Plus, two insiders share their views on the best and worst ads....

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Preventive Medicine, Love Story, Cooking with Chocolate

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Why an NB doctor can't charge Medicare for wellness visits. Two seniors in a retirement home share their love story. Plus, Chef Craig Flinn has tips on cooking with chocolate....

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Your Favourite Chocolate Recipes

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Check out our recipe exchange!

Chef Craig Flinn's Valentine's Day Recipe

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Try this recipe for Warm Chocolate Cake with Cherries Jubilee and Vanilla Ice Cream. Yum!

Agent Orange Compensation, Home Heating Advice

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A recently-widowed man says Ottawa owes his late-wife compensation for cancer linked to Agent Orange. Plus, home heating expert Art Irwin has advice on staying warm this winter....

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Live from Summerside, with Dick Irvin and Your Hockey Memories

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Norma Lee heads to PEI for a special broadcast for Scotiabank's Hockey Day in Canada....

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Maritimers on the Move, Telemarketing Feedback, Tax Questions

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The latest census numbers show significant changes in where Maritimers live. Your feedback on telemarketing.  Plus, your tax questions....

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Join our Live Studio Audience in Summerside - Fri, Feb 10th!

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We're going to be broadcasting live from the lobby of the arena in Summerside, PEI -- that's between 12noon and 1pm on Friday, February 10th. Please drop by, grab a chair, and watch the magic unfold behind the scenes!...

Trade Mission, Telemarketing Tales and Tricks, Minorities Feedback

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Our Premiers have been shepherding a group of local businesspeople through Atlanta, Georgia, for a trade mission. Your calls on telemarketing. And, feedback on special seats in the legislature....
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Do Not Call List

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Link: National Do Not Call List Or call: 1-866-580-DNCL (3625)...

Substandard Helmets, Minority Ridings

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A major medical journal blasts the lack of quality ski helmets in Canada. Plus, your calls on setting aside seats for minority groups in our legislatures....
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Pugwash Village, Terry Punch, More Maritime-isms

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Another Maritime village council may be dissolved. Your questions on geneaology. And more of your favourite Maritime expressions....
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Transit Strike Feedback, Your Favourite Maritime Expressions!

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More of your feedback on whether transit workers should have the right to strike. Plus, a hilarious collection of Maritime expressions....
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Transit Strike, Judging Parents, Bankruptcy Stories

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We ask: Should transit workers be allowed to strike, or should it be considered an essential service? Judging parents, and being judged. Plus, more of your bankruptcy stories....
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Impact of Weather on Plants, Your Bankruptcy Stories

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The impact of a mild winter on Maritime plant crops. More of your feedback on early retirement. Plus, your bankruptcy stories....
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