NOW with Dave Brown

Social robots are showing positive impacts in the lives of older adults and people living with dementia.

Dr. Lillian Hung explores some of the benefits.

The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge has launched their first ever Disability Loop Group!

Nic Novicki tells you all about it!

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz. Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen McKay and Alex Smyth battle it out for the bragging rights! From the March 12, 2024, episode.

A unique program is taking an innovative approach to medical canine scent detection. Teresa Zurberg tells you all about “Canines for Care” at Vancouver Coastal Health Hospital. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Role-playing and table-top role-playing games are providing many benefits for the autism community. Journalist Rebecca Dingwell explores what they offer. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Ever heard of “disability standard time”? Rabia Khedr explores the terms and discusses the need for able-bodied people to understand accommodations and process for people with disabilities. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

The transition into Spring seems is happening fast. Lawrence Gunther explores what an early spring means for wild animals. From the March 12, 2024, episode.

It’s that time of the year to do your taxes. Paul Murphy from the Canada Revenue Agency stops by to share what you should know this tax season! From the March 12, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press discusses the government’s discussion to cap increases on alcohol taxes. Marco Pasqua shares his perspective on trying new accessible devices. Plus, Shaun Preece ponders the future of the screen readers amidst the rise of A.I alternatives. This is the March 11, 2024, episode.