Most Canadians believe violence increased during Covid. IPSOS poll for Global News. Fifty-eight per cent of Canadians beleive there has been more violence in their community since the pandemic began in three years ago. 65% of those belive it's because the pandemic has negatively impacted mental health.

AND, A serious challenge faces the world says Darrell Bricker. A world with a declining population and the related issues this world will soon be facing. In his book Empty Planet {co-written with John Ibbitson} Bricker points to massive disruptions to be faced by businesses, the international economy and society. More than 3O countries are expected to lose half their populations by the end of the century. What will this mean to the newborn of today who by then will be the world's senior citizens?

Guest: Darrell Bricker. CEO. IPSOS Public Affairs. Author: Empty Planet.

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