Ontario First Nations Chiefs demand return of lands to Greenbelt. Grand Chief Joel Abram calls the swap "a big failure" that violates treaties, enriches developers, and won't dent housing affordability.

Metro Morning Podcast 08.29 2023

CBC Radio's Metro Morning keeps listeners informed about what's going on in Toronto and offers listeners an optimistic, sometimes humorous view of the world, together with the day's more serious news.

News

David Common talks to the TTC Board Chair about the subway breakdown and lack of communication from the TTC CEO. He has a conversation with a former BC police chief about the Bishnoi Gang and possible connections to the killing of a prominent Sikh Canadian. But first we talk to the excited and supportive father of swinning superstar Josh Liendo.

Friday, May 17: Go faster

Getting ready to hit the highway for the long weekend? The editor of roadtripper.ca has some advice. But if you're staying at home, there's plenty to keep you entertained. Like a play about about a grave-digger from Florida, who tried to resurrect the love of his life. David Common talks to the producer of the musical, inspired by a true story, on at Papermill Theatre. 


Thursday, May 16: Ressurection romance

David Common talks the future of hybrid work in Canada and a TikTokker argues in defense of Toronto's electric trollies and says the city should bring them back, electric poles and all. But first a conversation with Toronto's top doctor, Eilleen deVilla -- she was the face of calm, and sometimes controversey during the pandemic, and now she is stepping down.

Wednesday, May 15: Exit Routes

Host David Common hears about our golden swimmers on the way to the Olympics and the chance that Summer McIntosh could break a BIG Phelps-sized record. Katie Nicholson fills us in on the latest in the twisty tale of the largest gold heist in Canadian history and David talks to a Brampton cricket player as he packs up his gear on the way to the Cricket World Cup.

Monday, May 13: All that glitters is gold

Guest host Ramraajh Sharvendiran gets the details on the hottest news in the city -- a WNBA team is coming to Toronto, even our sports columnist can't contain her excitement. And we talk lilacs, the scent of spring and why Hamilton has one of the biggest collections in the world. And Canada Post's challenges add up to more than a stamp. 

Metro Morning Podcast 08.29 2023

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