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CBC Radio's Information Morning kick starts the day on mainland Nova Scotia with news, survival information, compelling stories and opinions from all perspectives in the province.
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Fifteen years ago, Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission began hearing the testimony of residential school survivors. The TRC released the final report in 2015. Commissioner Marie Wilson has a new book that shares an insider's look at the journey.
Last summer, Nova Scotia unveiled its new - the first of its kind in Canada. Part of that work is developing an action plan for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Guest host Preston Mulligan interviews the executive director of the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism.
The federal government has been ordered to pay almost a billion dollars to former military and RCMP members, who are alleged to have been short-changed on their pension and disability benefits. Some people may be eligible for a payment, and not know it. Retired Colonel Michel Drapeau tells us about that.
Halifax professor Bridget Brownlow has dedicated more than 20 years to promoting peace in Northern Ireland. Today, she's receiving an honorary degree in recognition of her work, from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. She tells us about the Northern Ireland Conflict Resolution Program, and the work ahead to secure a peaceful future for Northern Ireland.
Elizabeth May has read the unredacted version of an intelligence watchdog's report on foreign interference. She says after reading the NSICOP document, she doesn't believe any of her House of Commons colleagues knowingly betrayed their country.
The Hub in Halifax offers the kinds of services unhoused people need. Now, Shelter Nova Scotia is planning a big expansion for its drop-in centre. Melissa Puddicombe, director of practice and development for Shelter Nova Scotia, talks about what's in the works.
White male musicians get far and away the most airplay on commercial music radio in Canada. That's the finding of a new study looking at representation in six different radio formats. We'll dig into what the study says, and its ramifications.
Scammers and fraudsters seem to keep finding new ways to fleece people of their savings. And older people are particular targets. We get some tips for keeping your money safe.
Reporter Celina Aalders brings us back to a story of alleged sexual assault at the Universite Ste. Anne, and the student who is now able to go public with her identity. Marissa Williams alleges the university failed to protect her after she reported being raped on campus.
Nick Amyoony has gained a massive following for his live streams. Now, he's joining the Fortnite Icon Series, featuring influential creators and celebrities. Our gaming columnist Erin MacInnis chats with Nick Eh 30 about how he got into streaming Fortnite.
Teachers don't have the support they need to deal with rising school violence. That's just one finding from Auditor General Kim Adair's latest report. Nova Scotia Teachers Union president Ryan Lutes joins us to talk to us about the findings.
The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health caused a stir recently, when it put out new breast cancer screening guidelines. The guidelines recommend against screening for women in their 40s, among other things. That has confused, and upset some people. Our health care columnist Mary Jane Hampton looks at that in this week's column.
In 2021, St. Thomas University professor and father of four Matt Dinan wrote an essay called "The Secret Behind 'Cringe' Dad Jokes." Hear his take on why so many of us have such a love hate relationship with dad jokes.
If you drive, ride, walk or take a bus in Halifax, you'll want to know that a part of Barrington Street is closing for approximately six months for the Cogswell District Project. Project manager Donna Davis brings us the details.
In 1826, Labben Powell was hanged in a public execution in Kings County. Halifax Pastor Rhonda Britton tells us how Powell's skeleton ended up in a doctor's office for decades. She's presiding over his very posthumous ceremony this week.
In this week's culture column, Tara Lynn Taylor reveals how Halifax's Crescent Moon Cabaret is making a comeback with dancers, musicians, circus performers and more! Plus, the Dartmouth Players perform their rendition of Oscar Wilde's classic comedy The Importance of Being Earnest.
Charges were stayed in the case against Diagolon founder Jeremy MacKenzie and his partner, Morgan Guptil. They were accused of harassing Dr. Robert Strang and his family during a protest outside the Chief Medical Officer of Health's home in 2022. The case was tossed because it violated the Jordan decision. To talk about that, we reached Rick Woodburn, acting director of the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service.
The Halifax Partnership has come out with its annual index on Halifax’s progress across a range of economic and social indicators. To help explain the findings, we're joined by Ian Monroe, chief economist with the city's economic development organization.
This week, our film reviewer Carsten Knox talks about online movie-borrowing services available through libraries, such as Hoopla and Kanopy. Plus, where you can find the Video Difference Legacy collection.
We take a closer look at two new initiatives announced by the province this week to help deal with the housing crisis: a pallet shelter village for seniors planned for Dartmouth, and supportive housing for Black and African Nova Scotians that's now open in Westphal.
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