The Morning Show with Devon Peacock

Alan Shepard, President and Vice-Chancellor of Western University, joins Devon Peacock and shares his message for the start of the school year. 

Carmi Levy, London-based tech analyst, sits down with Devon Peacock to discuss. 

What can we expect from the trial? Nick Cake, a prosecutor turned defence lawyer at Cake Criminal Defence, joins Devon Peacock to discuss. 

Vince Romeo, Director of Education for the London District Catholic School Board, joins Devon Peacock to discuss the first day of school and the tremendous growth in the student population.  

Indigo is set to launch a new Toronto location that goes beyond being just a bookstore. This spot will feature a range of offerings including pastries, coffee, beer, and wine. Visitors can explore sections dedicated to fragrances and plants, and there will also be a dedicated space for music and gaming, featuring classics like pinball and Pac-Man.

First-day-of-school jitters can affect various age groups, from young newcomers to those advancing to a higher grade or transitioning to a new school.

The OPP emphasizes the importance of cautious driving. Sadly, this year has already witnessed 239 fatalities on OPP-patrolled roads. While this weekend's weather is stunning, its beauty can be misleading. You risk inadvertently increasing your speed without concerns about ice or snow, potentially leading to issues.

The program is expected to start in January, with the start date being finalized shortly. A big part of the process has been finding a company to run the program, Convertus. They're a London-based waste management business and previously was known as Orgaworld.

English high school teachers' union agreed to continue negotiations until October's conclusion and submit unresolved matters to arbitration. Education Minister Stephen Lecce appealed to the remaining three teachers' unions to endorse a similar arrangement. However, the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario expressed discontent with the slow process of negotiations with the provincial authorities. Consequently, they have announced their intention to pursue conciliation procedures in preparation for a strike vote scheduled for September.

In a report by RBC Economics, it was highlighted that debt among Canadian millennials has reached unprecedented levels. This situation could pose risks if they face employment uncertainties. Meanwhile, the Conference Board of Canada issued another report cautioning that the economy is on the brink of stagnation due to the depletion of savings that Canadians had accumulated during the pandemic.