LCBO workers are in legal strike position, and they've set a deadline of July 5 to get a deal made. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how this mixes with recent policy decisions surrounding beer, wine, and mixed drinks in corner stores.

A legal challenge surrounding the redevelopment of Ontario Place has been dismissed by the Superior Court of Justice. Do advocates have any other ways to slow down the provincial government's desire for a waterfront spa or has this paved the way for builders?

Talk of an early election has made Ontario's political parties spring into action with the Ontario Liberals calling for fast local contests and NDP rallying support. Steve and John Michael discuss what's been happening.

Ontario Heritage Trust Plaque Guide: https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/online-plaque-guide

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/this-upcoming-toronto-byelection-could-be-momentous

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/is-canada-actually-facing-a-productivity-emergency

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