This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka dive into how a Mediterranean-style breakfast may help fight inflammation, examine Ontario’s push to bring back mandatory sentencing, and break down a health unit’s warning as illnesses continue to rise across the province.

A Mediterranean-style breakfast can be a nutritious way to start the day while supporting an anti-inflammatory eating pattern. Built around foods such as whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, olive oil, and other minimally processed ingredients, the Mediterranean diet provides healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Research suggests that regularly following this overall dietary pattern may help reduce certain markers of chronic inflammation while also supporting heart and metabolic health. (via Source: PubMed - PubMed — Mediterranean Diet Reduces Inflammation in Adults )

Ontario is pushing for tougher consequences for serious and repeat offenders. The provincial government has called on Ottawa to strengthen Canada’s criminal justice system by restoring mandatory minimum sentences for certain serious crimes and introducing a “three-strikes” bail rule aimed at repeat offenders.(Via Source: Global News - Global News — Ontario wants return of mandatory minimum sentences, ‘three-strikes’ bail rule )

Health officials are warning residents to take extra precautions following an increase in gastrointestinal illnesses in parts of Ontario. Southeast Public Health says the rise in cases highlights the importance of preventing the spread of highly contagious stomach viruses, including norovirus. Residents are being encouraged to practise good hand hygiene, stay home when experiencing symptoms and take additional care around vulnerable individuals. Common symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, fever and fatigue. The warning serves as a reminder that even common illnesses can spread quickly throughout communities, making prevention and awareness important for protecting public health. (Via Source: Global News - Global News — “Ontario public health unit warns of infectious stomach illness uptick” )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka discuss the Highway of Tears, shedding light on one of Canada’s most haunting and unresolved chapters.

The Highway of Tears is a stretch of Highway 16 in northern British Columbia that has become synonymous with the disappearances and murders of numerous women and girls, many of them Indigenous. Running roughly 725 kilometres between Prince George and Prince Rupert, the corridor has been at the centre of decades of unanswered questions, grieving families and calls for justice. Beyond the individual cases, the Highway of Tears has become part of the broader national conversation surrounding Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) in Canada. We look at the families and communities continuing to demand answers, the recommendations developed to improve safety along Highway 16, and why the fight for justice and accountability continues today. (via Source: Highway Of Tears - Highway of Tears Initiative — Carrier Sekani Family Services )

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This week on  Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka break down major Ontario farm policy changes, examine a troubling case involving a former finance secretary swindled out of $55,000, and unpack a driver’s test that went spectacularly wrong — raising fresh questions about accountability and oversight.

An Ontario apple orchard is changing its policies after dealing with repeated thefts during its busy picking season. Shuh Orchards in West Montrose says approximately 500 pounds of apples were stolen, prompting the farm to introduce stricter rules for visitors. The changes include restricting strollers, wagons and backpacks from orchard rows and requiring apple pickers to use bags provided by the farm. We break down what happened, why the farm says these measures became necessary, and the challenges Ontario farmers face when trying to protect their crops while keeping pick-your-own experiences open to the public. (via Source: Greater KW Chamber - Read the CTV News report via the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce )

A Manitoba union is taking legal action against its former financial secretary over allegations that nearly $55,000 in union funds was misappropriated through forged or altered cheques. Unifor Local 3005 alleges the money was transferred into the former secretary’s personal bank account without the union’s knowledge or consent. We break down the allegations, the criminal charge connected to the case, and the concerns it raises about financial oversight, accountability and trust within organizations. (via Source: Yahoo News Canada - CBC News report via Yahoo News Canada — “Former finance secretary swindled $55K from union through fake cheques, lawsuit alleges” )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka take listeners on a deep dive into the origin story of Santa Claus, exploring how folklore, history, and tradition shaped the iconic figure we know today. The episode is part of their Second Annual Christmas Series, offering a timely look at how Santa’s story evolved across cultures and generations.

Saint Nicholas’ reputation for generosity and secret gift-giving to the Dutch tradition of Sinterklaas, we trace how centuries of folklore, immigration, literature, and popular culture transformed the historical figure into the jolly, red-suited Santa Claus we know today. We also explore how 19th-century poems and illustrations helped introduce familiar traditions such as Santa’s sleigh, reindeer, chimney visits, and his legendary home at the North Pole.

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka break down a series of major stories making headlines. They discuss the Terry Fox Run shattering fundraising records across the country, examine the circumstances surrounding a man’s death on a Universal Studios roller coaster, and explore upcoming changes to foreign actor eligibility ahead of the 2026 screen awards. It’s a wide-ranging conversation that looks at impact, accountability, and what these developments could mean moving forward.

The Terry Fox Run continues to prove that Terry Fox’s legacy is as powerful as ever. Communities across Canada have reached new fundraising milestones, bringing together thousands of participants and supporters in the ongoing fight against cancer. The Terry Fox Foundation reported that its 2024–2025 campaign raised more than $10.6 million through Terry Fox Runs, while registered teams raised approximately $6.1 million for cancer research — their best year yet. (via Source: Impact Terry Fox - Terry Fox Foundation — 2024/2025 Year in Review )

A tragic incident at Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe raised questions about roller-coaster safety after 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died following a ride on Stardust Racers. Zavala was found unresponsive after riding the high-speed attraction on September 17, 2025, and was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Orange County medical examiner determined that Zavala died from multiple blunt-impact injuries and ruled his death an accident. Zavala also had a pre-existing spinal condition and used a wheelchair, according to reports. The incident prompted an investigation into what happened during the ride and renewed discussion surrounding theme-park safety, ride eligibility requirements, and the precautions taken to protect guests on high-speed attractions. (via Source: Associated Press - Associated Press — Man who died on Universal Orlando roller coaster had a spinal condition, report says )

The Canadian Screen Awards are making a major change for 2026. Under new eligibility rules, foreign actors will no longer be able to compete for individual awards, with nominations now limited to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The decision comes after several international stars took home major acting prizes at the 2025 ceremony, sparking discussion about whether Canada's biggest film and television awards should place a stronger focus on homegrown talent. We break down why the Academy made the change, what it means for Canadian performers, and how it could reshape the Canadian Screen Awards going forward. (via source: City News Toronto - CityNews Toronto )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka explore the fascinating history of gift giving in the second installment of their Annual Christmas Series. From ancient traditions to modern holiday customs, they break down how gifting became a global celebration and what it means today.

Gift giving is a tradition that stretches back thousands of years, long before modern birthdays, Christmas shopping, and holiday wish lists. Across different civilizations, gifts have been used to express gratitude, strengthen relationships, demonstrate loyalty, celebrate religious traditions, and even build political alliances. (via Source: Library Of Congress - Library of Congress — Christmas History and Traditions )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka dive into a packed lineup of headlines. They break down why Alberta is taking its teachers’ union to the labour board, explore how a major payday lender has landed in hot water, and unpack what the upcoming changes to Ontario’s Blue Box program mean for households and communities.

The ongoing dispute between Alberta’s government and its teachers has moved into another legal chapter, with the province turning to the Alberta Labour Relations Board as tensions over labour action continue. The situation follows the major 2025 teachers’ strike and the government’s passage of back-to-work legislation, which imposed new collective agreement terms and restrictions on further strike action.The controversy raises larger questions about collective bargaining, workers’ rights and the provincial government’s authority to intervene in public-sector labour disputes. We break down why the labour board is involved, what the dispute means for the Alberta Teachers’ Association, and how the outcome could affect teachers, students and public education across the province. (via source: Government Of Alberta - Government of Alberta — Supporting Our Teachers and Students )

A payday lender is facing mounting scrutiny over its business practices, raising fresh concerns about how short-term, high-cost loans are marketed to people experiencing financial hardship. The controversy has renewed debate over consumer protection, lending fees, responsible advertising, and whether payday loans provide a necessary financial lifeline or risk trapping vulnerable borrowers in a cycle of debt. (via source: ABC News - Read the original ABC News report )

Ontario’s Blue Box recycling program is undergoing a major change. As of January 1, 2026, responsibility for operating and funding the program has shifted from municipalities to the companies that produce and supply packaging, paper products and other eligible materials. (via source: Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority - RPRA — Ontario Completes Transition to Producer-Run Blue Box Program )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka explore the rich history and surprising origins of the Christmas tree as they kick off their Second Annual Christmas Series

The Christmas tree is one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season, but its history stretches back centuries. Long before the modern Christmas celebration, evergreen plants were used during winter festivals as symbols of life, renewal, and hope during the darkest months of the year.The modern tradition of decorating Christmas trees developed largely in German-speaking regions of Europe. By the 16th century, families were bringing evergreen trees into their homes and decorating them with items such as fruit, nuts, sweets, paper decorations, and eventually candles. The custom later spread throughout Europe and became especially fashionable in Britain during the 19th century after Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, and their children were famously illustrated celebrating around a decorated Christmas tree. German immigrants and European traditions also helped bring the Christmas tree to North America. One of the earliest documented decorated Christmas trees in Canada appeared in Sorel, Quebec, in 1781, when German officer Baron Friedrich Adolf Riedesel and his family celebrated Christmas with a fir tree decorated with candles and fruit.

Over time, candles gave way to electric lights, while homemade decorations evolved into the ornaments, garlands, stars, and other decorations familiar today. What began as a wintertime tradition has become an international symbol of Christmas, family gatherings, celebration, generosity, and the holiday season. (via source: National Geographic - National Geographic – History of the Christmas Tree )

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka dive into the movies and shows that caught their attention on Netflix throughout November, sharing what stood out and what missed the mark. They also take a closer look at Spotify’s newly announced subscription increase coming in 2026, unpacking why the company is raising prices and how it could affect listeners across the country.

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This week on The Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel and Tanyka break down major national headlines. They take a closer look at the upcoming changes to the Foreign Worker Program and what those shifts could mean for employers, workers, and communities across the country. They also discuss Canada Post’s decision to lift its overtime ban, exploring how this move could affect service delivery and staffing. Plus, they unpack the story of a school board chair who has been ordered to return their electronics, raising questions about governance, accountability, and transparency.

Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program is undergoing significant changes as the federal government looks to reduce reliance on temporary foreign labour while prioritizing opportunities for Canadian workers and permanent residents. (Via Source: Canada - Canada )

Canada Post workers are ending their nationwide overtime ban as the ongoing labour dispute between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) enters a new phase.

CUPW announced that the overtime ban would officially end at 12:01 a.m. local time on Monday, September 15, 2025. The restriction had been in place since late May as postal workers pushed for progress toward a new collective agreement. However, the end of the overtime ban does not mean the labour dispute is over. Instead, CUPW shifted its job action by stopping the delivery of unaddressed commercial flyers, while regular addressed mail and parcels were not included in that specific ban. The union said the change was intended to pressure Canada Post to return to negotiations while reducing some of the disruption facing Canadians. Contract talks remained divided over issues including wages, staffing and Canada Post's plans for its future operations.(via Source: City News Toronto - Canada Post union to lift overtime ban, stop delivering flyers )

Ontario’s oversight of the Toronto Catholic District School Board is raising new questions about taxpayer-funded spending. Board chair Markus de Domenico was ordered to return thousands of dollars’ worth of electronics and other items purchased with public funds after a provincial review examined years of expenses. The controversy has sparked a broader discussion about accountability, transparency and how school board trustees should be allowed to spend taxpayer money. (via source: Global News - Global News — Toronto Catholic school board chair ordered to return taxpayer purchased electronics )

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