Erich Muntz who's a resource conservation manager for Parks Canada provides details about how they're going to try to deal with an aggressive coyote in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Paul Landry in Cap-Acadie, NB, explains how citizens are preparing for storms. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair with Aaron Publicover.

Hurricane Lee is making its way slowly toward the Maritimes. CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin provides the latest information on its track and possible impact. We hear your feedback on plastic packaging. We hear tape from last night's regional council meeting in Halifax on the city's homelessness strategy. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele

There's a proposal to allow tents on the Halifax Common as part of Regional Council's strategy on homelessness at Halifax Regional Council. We spoke with Councillor Waye Mason about this proposal and other ideas. And on the phone-in: Karen Warsig from Environmental Defence addresses the problem of plastic packaging.

Update on Hurricane Lee, Fire in St John and on the phone in: The challenge of finding ways to reduce our carbon footprint

CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin provides the latest information about Hurricane Lee as it approaches the region. The mayor of Saint John, NB, Donna Reardon, discusses the fire at a scrap metal yard, the approach of Hurricane Lee and a strike in the city. And on the phone-in: Gardening advice from Niki Jabbour.

Cassy Collins, who runs Classy Card Designs out of her home near Windsor, NS, shares her frustration with seeing her work duplicated and then sold by online retailers. And on the phone-in: Photographer Len Wagg answers your questions about photography and we give away 3 copies of his new book.

Rob Paddock who's with the NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables explains the damage that was left behind by post tropical storm Lee at Risser's Beach Provincial Park. We hear about storm damage in NB. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions on writing a will and estate planning.

The CBC's Hadeel Ibrahim reports from Saint John, NB, on different protests that are happening today regarding LBBTQ issues in schools. NB Senator Jim Quinn explains why he thinks the federal government should pay the entire cost of upgrading the dyke system at the Chignecto Isthmus. And on the phone-in: Christine Saulner and Louis-Philippe Gauthier discuss the issues surrounding a living wage.

Laurie Brooks and Amy Paul from Sitansisk First Nation in NB talk about Erin Brooks who went missing nearly two years ago. They will never give up trying to find answers. The Humane Society on PEI is thwarted by inflation. And on the phone-in: Mary Jane Copps has advice on making phone calls to people who are phone-averse.

The CBC's Tom Ayers reports on the decision by Michael Seth, who's Indigenous, to resign from his position as CBRM's fire chief. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers peoples' questions about their vehicles.

Nagaraj Hariharasuthan, who lives in Moncton, NB, expresses their worry now that India has stopped issuing travel visas to Canadians. People in Charlottetown, PEI, mark Police and Peace Officers' Memorial Day. And on the phone-in: Psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley provides tips on improving your sense of resilience during difficult times.

The CBC's Brett Ruskin provides details about an international investigation that concluded with a large drug bust. The news conference was held at NS RCMP headquarters in Dartmouth, revealing 433 kilograms of cocaine, cash and other items. A woman in Saint John, NB, is concerned about the impact of a recent fire at a metal scrapyard on her community garden. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay discusses dog behaviour.

Charlie Burrell, who's the founder of The Humanity Project in Moncton, NB, takes the CBC's Alexandre Silberman on a tour of a farm in Little River which will become a recovery centre for people struggling with homelessness. The CBC's Nancy Russell speaks with people on PEI about a program to reduce concussions among athletes. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist answers your questions on preventing injuries.

People in Fredericton, NB take part in a healing walk on Bill Thorpe Bridge to honour National Truth and Reconciliation Day. And on the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers all your questions.

CBC reporter in Sydney, Cape Breton, Tom Ayers, brings us an update since the news broke last week that the Indigenous fire chief in CBRM was quitting over a controversy regarding an email chain on Canada Day. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers your questions about supplements and medications

Danielle Dion, who's a senior naturalist with a private whale watching company, based out of St Andrews, NB, called Quoddy Link Marine, tells us about seeing a group of critically endangered North Atlantic Right Whales in waters in the Bay of Fundy over the weekend. We hear about Super Honey Crisp Weekend in NB. And on the phone-in: Bob Osborne answers questions on apples and apple trees.

Twice over the last few weeks, vandals have damaged gravestones in the veteran's section of Forest Hill Cemetery in Fredericton. We speak with Joanne Gibson from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4 who says legion members are very upset. And Dan Monk from Monk Renovations answers your questions about home repairs and renos

Jason McKay who's a military veteran in Amherst, NS, explains his efforts to have a memorial installed in his town for veterans of the war in Afghanistan. Fruit tree growers on PEI discuss compensation and help after Fiona. And on the phone-in: Dr. Joanne Langley answers questions about the latest strain of Covid-19 that's circulating and the latest vaccine.

Tropical Storm Philippe will affect the weather in the Maritimes over the Thanksgiving weekend. We get the details from CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin. Stephen Marsh from Mount Uniake, NS, explains how he heard and saw three blasts from a quarry in his area on Wednesday. Residents are concerned. And on the phone-in: Jim White answers questions on painting & staining

Alex Khasnabish, who's a professor of Anthropology at Mount St. Vincent University in Halifax, explains the complex issues surrounding the attack over the weekend by Hamas militants in Gaza on Israel. We hear an update about vandalism in the veteran's section of Forest Hill Cemetery in Fredericton. And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers your questions.

Charles Lewis is the fire chief at the FPW Fire Brigade in Fox River, Port Greville and Wards Brook, NS. He tells us about a recent medical call where the ambulance took so long, the family gave up and went to the ER in Truro. We hear a response from Jeff Fraser with the EHS Branch for the NS Department of Health and Wellness. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover on appliance repair.

Chris Harvey-Clark who's a veterinarian at Dalhousie University discusses the reasons why there are more Great White Sharks in our waters. He also comments on a new research paper by the Department of Information Science at Dal on sharks. Bob Bancroft answers questions about white tailed deer on Big Tancook Island. And Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.

Marcel Lebrun and Randy Burtch in NB share their insights after NS announces a tiny home community pilot project in Lower Sackville. Marcel is the founder of 12 Neighbours - a tiny home community in Fredericton, NB. We hear your feedback on ambulance delays. And on the phone-in: Amanda and Adam Langley from Superyacht East Coast discuss the importance of waterfront improvements.

Chris Harvey-Clark who's a veterinarian at Dalhousie University discusses the reasons why there are more Great White Sharks in our waters. He also comments on a new research paper by the Department of Information Science at Dal on sharks. Bob Bancroft answers questions about white tailed deer on Big Tancook Island. And Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.

Lucy Newton who works at the Purcell Family Art Gallery in Lunenburg, NS, tells us about Little Miss Mini the Calico Kitty. The cat died a few weeks ago and is sorely missed because she touched so many peoples' lives. We hear from people at two different vigils on PEI over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Urban planner Tristan Cleveland, answers your questions about public spaces.

Pierre Comeau, president of Société Édifice Sainte-Marie de la Pointe, explains the disappointment after an anonymous donor in Ontario first promised 10 million dollars to save the former Église Sainte-Marie in NS but now won't return phone calls or emails. We hear about an energy deal reached last night between the federal government and NS & NB. And on the phone-in: Who should pay to make repairs to the dyke system on the Chignecto Isthmus?

CBC reporter Preston Mulligan reports on the difficulty Amanda Cresswell is experiencing after her home in Chester Grant, NS, was flooded and hit by lightning in July. We hear some views about the future of Irving Oil in NB. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc answers your questions about birding in the Maritimes.

Over the weekend, Dominion Beach was battered by heavy rain and wind, causing the most damage locals have seen after a storm. CBRM Councillor Darren Bruckschwaiger talks about the need to come up with a plan to protect nearby buildings. We hear about an eco-forestry project by a group of researchers at Dalhousie University. And on the phone-in: Paul Arnold answers your questions about composting.

Chris White in Chester Basin, NS, tells us about the difficulty he's having getting an off-grid solar permit. Jeff Myles explains some of the challenges people are having with legislation surrounding batteries. And on the phone-in: Keith Roberton from Solterre Design and Drew Gilbert, an educator from Fredericton, answer your questions about living off grid.

Clair Goodwin with the Huntsman Marine Science Centre in St Andrews, NB, tells us about a citizen science project. They want people to send photos of sea life in the Bay of Fundy. And on the phone-in: Doug Bethune answers your questions about automotive repair.

Best-selling author, Louise Penny, has collaborated with playwright, Laura Teasdale, to create a free script to libraries for a play called "Murder by the Book". The play can be performed to raise money for libraries for special projects. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your pet-care questions.

Pers Turner, a long-time restaurant worker, tells us about a protest in Halifax where people are objecting to restaurants taking a portion of servers' tips. Craig Hood with The Royal Canadian Legion Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command, explains why this year's Remembrance Day service will move from the Grand Parade in Halifax to Sullivan's Pond in Dartmouth. And on the phone-in: Ramona Pringle talks about social media and the news

Stéphane Robichaud, the CEO of the New Brunswick Health Council, explains the latest research that shows students in grades 6 to 12 have increasing rates of anxiety and depression. And on the phone-in: Host of CBC Radio's "Under the Influence", Terry O'Reilly, talks about ads that work and ones that flop.

The federal government has announced changes to the roll-out of the carbon tax. We speak with Chris Benjamin, a Senior Energy Coordinator, specializing in efficiency with the Ecology Action Centre in Halifax. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers your gardening questions.

The Hemlock Wooly Adelgid is killing hemlock trees in Mainland NS. The invasive pest has no predators here. Until now! Dr Lucas Roscoe with Natural Resources Canada explains how they're releasing Laricobius beetles from BC into trees infected with HWA because the beetles feed on HWA. And on the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions on EVs.

Scientists at UPEI's School of Climate Change and Adaptation explain how their research shows just how much land was eroded after post tropical storm Fiona in 2022. Nova Scotia Liberal MLA, Tony Ince, discusses homelessness at the legislature and recounts a challenging time in his own life. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert Silvia Jay.

Linda MacDonald is a feminist activist with the group Persons Against Non-State Torture. She speaks with us about her concerns following the murders of two women in NS this week. The CBC's Nancy Russell files part 2 in her reports about coastal erosion on PEI. And on the phone-in: The struggle to find daycare.

We reach Murray Crouse on his cellphone as he's cutting Christmas trees. Murray is the president of the Lunenburg County Christmas Tree Producers Association in NS. He explains why it has been such a challenging growing season. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker from Efficiency NS answers questions on heat pumps.

Green MLA Megan MItton, asks questions to the outgoing chief medical officer of health, Dr Jennifer Russell, in the New Brunswick legislature. Mitton tried to get answers on how the PC government made decisions during the Covid-19 pandemic. And on the phone-in: Jim White answers questions on painting and staining

Steven Ramsay in Belnan, NS, was looking forward to catching up on his sleep over the weekend. But last night at 1:30am, a mouse rang his doorbell twice! It was caught on video. Holly Johnson in St Stephen, NB, tells us about a fundraising effort to house a senior citizen who was living in an alley. And on the phone-in: Dr. Vett Lloyd from Mount Allison University answers your questions about ticks.

Kevin Ellis in Digby, NS and Andrew Beckett in Saint John, NB, speak about the impact of the possible loss of the ferry route between the two locations. Transport Canada may possibly move the ferry next year. And on the phone-in: Chef Craig Flinn discusses his new cookbook and answers questions.

This week, Canadian premiers agreed to stop poaching each other's healthcare professionals during this staffing crunch. But Dr. Michael Gardam the CEO of Health PEI says the healthcare system needs deeper reforms, particularly in the Maritimes. And on the phone-in: Ryan Lutes from the NSTU and Stacey Rudderham from NS Parents for Public Education, discuss violence in schools.

Nursing Sister Kathleen MacLeod was from Kinross, PEI, and she faced grave danger working in casualty clearing stations during the Second World War. Katherine Dewar tells her story. And on the phone-in: Who are you remembering this Remembrance Day? Our guests are Retired Lieutenant Colonel Gary Melville in NS and Retired Captain David Hughes in NB.

This week, people in Fredericton attended the coroner's inquest into the death of 16 year-old Lexi Daken. She died by suicide in 2021. Her father, Chris Daken, comments on the inquest's results and the changes that have happened since his daughter's death. And on the phone-in: How can we best preserve farmland in the Maritimes? Our guests are Jamie Baxter in NS and Keisha Rose Topic on PEI.

Last year, the Scotiabank branch on Grand Manan Island in NB closed. Now in that same building, a new health and wellness centre has opened. We speak with co-founder, Lauren Martin and Mayor Bonnie Morse about what the centre will do for people on the island. And on the phone-in: Psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley answers questions on the power of forgiveness.

Matthew Wedge who's the owner of Crystal Beach Campground not far from Kensington, PEI, explains why the campground is closing permanently. The business was badly damaged following post tropical storm Fiona. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair expert Aaron Publicover takes your questions.

Equestrian events across Nova Scotia have been cancelled due to an outbreak of equine herpes. We speak with veterinarian Dr Trevor Lawson. Dr Sandeep Tamber answers questions about an outbreak of drug-resistant salmonella in Canada, including here in the Maritimes. And on the phone-in: We answer your questions on menopause.

The CBC's Kerry Campbell, the legislature reporter on PEI, outlines some of the controversies surrounding the Outreach Centre in Charlottetown, especially when it comes to drug use. A woman in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, plans to spend the winter in an RV. And on the phone-in: Michael Haynes and James Donald answer your questions about hiking in the Maritimes.

Preserving the legacy of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, Menopause talkback, The Fredericton "Utility Pole" and on the phone in: call our gardening expert, Niki Jabbour.

Wade Norquay of Mermaid, PEI, encourages people in his area to take part in a radon gas monitoring program. We hear about a new hair salon in Moncton, NB, that caters to women who wear a hijab. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers questions about medications, gut health and probiotics.

A new report called A Proposal For A Guaranteed Basic Income Benefit In Prince Edward Island will be released publicly tomorrow. Trish Altass, with the PEI Working Group for a Livable Income makes the case for a fully-funded 5 to 7 year basic income program and explains why PEI is the ideal demonstration site for a national program. And on the phone-in, Collette Robicheau helps you get organized and get rid of your clutter!

The Canadian Transportation Safety Board issues its final report into the sinking of a crab vessel off Cape Breton in April 2021. The CBC's Brett Ruskin provides the details. The CBC's Julia Wright speaks with Tanzie Jamieson who is now living at Rose House in Saint John. She escaped homelessness. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers questions

Maritime Fuels went bankrupt last week and many customers will likely lose thousands of dollars that they pre-paid for heating oil. One of those is Dawn Richards who runs Bridge Street Children's Academy in Sackville, NB. She will likely lose more than $2,000. And on the phone-in: What are the accessibility issues in your community? Our guests are Gerry Post and Haley Flaro,

It has been one year since 35 year-old Luke Landry died outside the public washrooms at Moncton City Hall. His mother, Mary MacDonald, speaks with the CBC's Alexandre Silberman and shares her thoughts on his tragic passing. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune answers your questions.

Joanne Cook had a family cottage on PEI for 40 years. It was a modest cottage near Stanhope but it contained many family photos and was the site of treasured memories. Over the weekend, it was destroyed by what the police believe was an arson attack. It was part of a series of arson attacks on PEI's North Shore. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions on wills and estate planning.

Over the weekend, missionary Theresa Character went to the North Street Chapel in Middleton, NS, to put up Christmas decorations and she discovered someone had siphoned the oil from the church's tank. And on the phone-in: How do ATVs mix with walking trails? Our guests are Bryson Guptill on PEI and Barry Barnet in NS.

After months of public discussions about crime in St Stephen, NB, 15 new security cameras have been installed in the town's downtown area. The CBC's Rachel Cave speaks with Heather Donahue who's with the Downtown St Stephen Business Improvement Area. We hear your feedback on ATV's and walking trails. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist answers your questions.

Longtime St Stephen, NB, resident and retired teacher, Joanne Raye, expresses her concerns about a small group of people who are living in a wooden gazebo in the town. She can't get any information about an out-of-the-cold shelter. A resident in Halifax says pickleball courts are too noisy. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert, Silvia Jay, answers your questions

The CBC's Prapti Bamaniya visits Red-Robin Christmas Trees in Keswick Ridge, NB, which is a you-pick-and-cut operation. We hear about renovations to the Lake Banook Canoe Club in Dartmouth, NS. And on the phone-in: Tony Walker from Dalhousie University discusses single-use plastics.

Tiffany Gallivan who's a director of the Downtown Miramichi Business Network discusses why her group is part of a court injunction to stop a homeless shelter from opening on Jane Street in Newcastle. She says the proximity to local businesses is problematic. We hear about ice fishing tents in the Grand Parade in Halifax. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker talks about heat pumps.

Allan MacEachern, the mayor of the Municipal District of St Stephen, NB, discusses council's decision last night to declare a local state of emergency over homelessness. We hear from the mayor of the City of Moncton, Dawn Arnold, about councillors changing their minds about displaying a menorah and a nativity scene outside city hall. And on the phone-in: Erin Morice and Meghan Skerry discuss good books to read over the holidays or give as gifts.

NB Social Development Minister Jill Green takes reporter's questions on the St. Stephen homelessness crisis. A new report recommends measures to protect the PEI coastline. And on the phone-in, we discuss a national pharmacare program.

The SPCA in New Brunswick say they are seeing more abandoned pets due to financial pressures and the housing crisis. A controversial PEI waterfront development is back on the table. And on the phone-in, CBC's mental health columnist Mark Henick joins us to tackle loneliness.

A new high-tech paint will reduce a Halifax ferry's carbon emissions. The man who died in a St. Stephen park is remembered by his mother. And on the phone-in, our gardening expert Niki Jabbour.

Allan MacEachern, the mayor of the Municipal District of St Stephen, NB. explains how a new temporary drop-in centre will work in the town. A permanent solution still needs to be found. We hear about 81 year-old Gerard Smith - or "Smitty" - on PEI who's still playing hockey as a goalie in a lunch-time league. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice on painting & staining.

Members of the business community in Miramichi, New Brunswick, are withdrawing their legal action against an out-of-the-cold shelter in Miramichi. Adam Lordon is the mayor of Miramichi and he tells us about the last minute compromise. And on the phone-in, we discuss succession planning and how to do it well.

Last week, fishermen in Northern New Brunswick were told by DFO there would be no dredging this year in the channel at Tabousintac and in Pointe Sapin. Martin Mallet of the MFU explains why dredging is essential. Chief Dorene Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation discusses a proposed national park reserve on PEI called Pituamkek. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc talks about birding.

Dr. Ben Davis, the Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University, comments on the federal government's new dental plan for people who currently can't afford dental care. And on the phone-in, we speak with Natasha Chestnut and Steven Murphy about restaurants.

Demand is way up at Glace Bay Food Bank, Talkback about eating out and on the phone in: Thrifting

Today is a special program, broadcasting live from Alderney Gate in Dartmouth. The show is a mix of music and information about the growing demand on food banks in the Maritimes. Our musical guests are two choirs with Halifax Regional Arts -- which is part of the Halifax Regional Centre for Education. The choirs are Soundtrax and Jazz Voices. Our CBC correspondents are Mitch Cormier on PEI, Brittany Wentzell in Cape Breton and Jonna Brewer in NB.

Funmi Odeniyi who came to Nova Scotia in 2016 from Nigeria is now making an impact in the fashion scene with her Afro-centric designs and handmade custom clothing. The chief of Lennox Island First Nation on PEI, Darlene Bernard, talks about a Christmas Maw'iomi that was held over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Doug Bethune answers questions about automotive repair.

Drew Smith was born in Sussex, NB, and has now decided to sail to his "antipode" which is the opposite side of the planet from his birthplace. He's currently on board a sailboat in Busselton, Australia. And on the phone-in: Alice Burdick from Mahone Bay, NS, discusses her new book, The East Coast Christmas Cookbook.

The federal government has just announced about 2.5 billion dollars in funding for 11 remotely piloted drones. 8 of them will be stationed at CFB Greenwood in NS. Brian Banks, the Chair of the Village Commission in Greenwood discusses the effects of this announcement. We hear about clean-up efforts in NB after Monday's wind storm. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviours.

Sandra Snow is the Mayor of Kentville, NS. She also worked on CFB Greenwood for 20 years and is now an honorary colonel. She discusses why she thinks the new drone program is needed and its economic ripple effects in the region. It's going to be a Green Christmas in NB. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover on appliance repair.

Listeners call from all over the region to pass along their Holiday Greetings on the Air. They share their best wishes for the holiday season and 2024

People in the Annapolis Valley of NS are disappointed to hear that the Oaklawn Farm Zoo in Aylesford is closing. People have been going for decades. A young woman at UNB discusses her passion for curling and how her prosthetic arm is working for her. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers questions.

Our meteorologist Tina Simpkin describes which areas of the Maritimes are about to be hit by freezing rain. Mayor Mike Savage in HRM discusses his decision to cancel the New Year's Day Levee and instead donate $8,500 to help the homeless. Editorial cartoonist, Michael DeAdder, is on the list to become a Member of the Order of Canada. And on the phone-in: Writers Jane Doucet and Phil Moscovitch give advice to help aspiring writers.

Don Saunders from Saunders' Tartans and Gifts in New Minas, NS, talks about the 58 years he has worked in the family business. It's closing after nearly 70 years. Ellen Dixon speaks with the CBC's Nancy Russell about being a female hockey referee. And on the phone-in: Comedians James Mullinger in Saint John and Tracey & Martina in Cape Breton discuss 2023 and the New Year.

Last September, there was a huge fire at the AIM scrap yard in Saint John, NB. Last Friday, the New Brunswick government revoked its licence. We speak with concerned citizen, Bryan Wilson, who lives in West Saint John. On the phone-in, our guests discuss body image pressures. And at the end of the show, we hear about new curling rocks in Crapaud, PEI.

There's a new program in Saint John, NB, with the Saint John Community Food Basket. They are giving out emergency kits to people living rough. We hear your feedback on the AIM scrap yard. And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers your questions and hears your stories about animals and birds in the Maritimes.

Vince Calderhead is a human rights lawyer based in Halifax, He went before the NS Assistance Appeal Board to argue that his former client who died last month should have been receiving higher social assistance payments. Stevie Lewis tells us about finding "fatbergs" on the shore of Big Glace Bay Beach. And on the phone-in: Sleep consultant Ashley Cooley answers questions about helping babies and children get better sleep

We get a reaction from farmer Patricia Bishop to a new report that claims one-third of N.S. food dollars are spent locally. We hear from organizers of Tagalog language classes on PEI organized by the Filipino community. And on the phone-in, Barry Walker takes your questions on heat pumps.

We learn more about New Brunswick's homelessness situation after a 44-year-old man died following a fire at an encampment in Saint John. We hear about a low cost hockey program in Souris, PEI. And on the phone-in, Nathaniel Pearre takes your questions on electric vehicles and lithium ion batteries.

We hear from Cpl. David Lane with the RCMP's human trafficking unit in NS, and from the mother of a man who died in a tent fire in St. John, NB. And on the phone-in, psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley on better goal setting.

Tina Simpkin gives a live storm update, we hear from a vigil for Evan MacArthur in St. John, and why fish plants have to euthanize egg-bearing lobsters. And on the phone-in CEO pay - is it too high?

René Beaudet in Beresford, NB, talks with us about the excitement in northern NB now that the local Chase the Ace fundraiser has reached 7.3 million dollars. We hear your feedback on the salaries of CEOs. And on the phone-in: Rob Cunningham from the Canadian Cancer Society talks about smoking and vaping and efforts to reduce it.

The Maritimes will be hit with another storm over the weekend and CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin provides all the details about the looming storm. The executive director of Feed Nova Scotia, Nick Jennery, discusses the amount of burnout at food banks due to increasing demands. And on the phone-in: Dr. Miriam Diamond from the University of Toronto answers questions about PFAS or forever chemicals.

We speak with the principal at Sussex Regional High School in NB and a grade 9 student. The school has been following the adventures of Drew Smith who's sailing to his antipode off the coast of Australia. (that is the other side of the world where a person was born) We hear about mystery bones on the beach in Souris, PEI. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover on appliance repair.

The Maritimes is being hit with a messy mix of snow, freezing rain, rain and ice pellets today. CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin provides the details. We hear about the increasing demand at a community fridge in downtown Dartmouth. And on the phone-in: Keegan Matheson and Alex Mackenzie discuss chasing their dreams.

Allan MacEachern, the mayor of the Municipal District of St Stephen, NB, speaks about a plan by the province to put trailers for the homeless on a property near the town centre. But local resident, Andrea McCaffrey, is opposed. And on the phone-in: How can we improve the way we provide assistance to the homeless? Our guests are Linda Wilson with Shelter NS and Warren Maddox with Fredericton Homeless Shelters. We're also joined by Norma Dingwell from Montague, PEI.

Orlando Fraser with the NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables speaks about charges being laid against a young man in connection with the wildfire in Shelburne County last summer. And we also hear from a volunteer firefighter. We hear the details of concerns about the new medical school on PEI, coming in 2025. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay provides advice on dog behaviour

Members of a group called "Concerned Neighbours of Happy Valley Lane" say a plan to put trailers for the homeless on a site near their properties in St Stephen, NB, has been put on hold. We hear about the rebuilding of a covered bridge in Butternut Valley, NB. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice for painting & staining.

The CBC's Alexandre Silberman tells us about the Humanity Project's Farm in Little River, NB, which helps people who were experiencing homelessness. We hear about the lack of family doctors on PEI. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions on wills and estate planning.

One year ago, Derrick Bona of Eastern Passage was more than 600 lbs. He launched a new, healthy lifestyle and so far he has lost almost 200 lbs. Bob drops by to go for a walk with him to discuss his progress. We hear the details about changes coming to the location of the Outreach Centre in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Jane Doucet and Caroline McQuillan discuss the idea of writing your own obituary.

A couple from Beresford, NB, will share an 8.2 million dollar prize with their son and his girlfriend after winning the Chase the Ace fundraiser in Northern NB. But a 64 million dollar jackpot from Lotto 6-49 last year has not come forward. We hear your feedback on writing your own obit. And on the phone-in: Lauren Beck discusses how places get their names.

When people are transferred from the Summerside area to the hospital in Charlottetown, some patients are being moved in a fire department vehicle and not an ambulance. We hear from the mayor of Summerside, Dan Kutcher, and the fire chief, Ron Enman. We hear your feedback on place names. And on the phone-in: Family lawyer Julia Cornish answers questions on divorce.

We hear from the harbour manager and the mayor about the fire that destroyed three boats last night at Chegoggin Point Wharf in Yarmouth Co. And on the phone-in, Doug Bethune takes automotive questions.

CBC Meteorologist Tina Simpkin updates us on the first nor'easter of the year, we hear why farmer's markets can't keep the shelves stocked. And on the phone-in: pharmacist Graham MacKenzie takes your questions on pain relief.

Stellarton residents are spotting domesticated rabbits on the loose and are concerned about their well-being. And on the phone-in: we discuss the state of our democracy.

The final report final report on the Desmond Inquiry, A Maritimer who sits on the board of Dying with Dignity Canada reacts to the federal government's decision to pause extending medically assisted death to those suffering from mental illness. And on the phone-in...physiotherapist Laura Lundquist talks about the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines and answers your questions about treating and avoiding injury.

Cardiac arrests happening outside hospitals are on the rise-we hear from a survivor and a Heart and Stroke advisor. And on the phone-in: the toll of working multiple jobs just to make ends meet.

The IWK is starting a pilot program to source more local food, and doctor recruitment efforts get scrutiny at a hospital meeting on PEI. And on the phone-in, we discuss cooperatives as an antidote to rampant capitalism.

We bring you a special extended program covering the impacts of the snowstorm across the Maritimes, and areas like Cape Breton that were hardest hit. And on the phone-in, urban planner Tristan Cleveland talks housing density.

Cape Breton is still digging out from the historic snowfall over the weekend. But there's still a lot of snow left on roofs. We hear what signs to look for with the heavy snow loads on roofs. Plus how to keep your heat pump running efficiently in stormy weather. And on the phone-in: George Iny, co-author of the Lemon-Aid Guide, takes your car consumer questions.

The Halifax Regional Municipality says people living in five tent encampments need to leave by Feb. 26. Parks Canada lends a hand to clear snow from around the Cape Breton Highlands National Park after record snowfall in Nova Scotia. And on the phone-in: Black history in the Maritimes.

We hear ideas for improving provincial snow removal from a private plow operator, and talkback from yesterday's African heritage show. And on the phone-in, genealogy with Lesley Anderson.

Guest host Brett Ruskin finds out about a CNIB campaign to change the way we talk about blindess. And on the phone-in: psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley on stress management.

Cape Breton is still digging out from last week's storm and there's another one on the way. Cape Breton Regional Municipality Mayor Amanda McDougall shares how the recovery is going while carefully watching the next system. In Montague, PEI, Special Olympics curlers are training ahead of the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Calgary at the end of the month. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker takes your heat pump questions.

The second nor'easter in two weeks is blowing into the Maritimes later Tuesday. CBC Meteorologist Tina Simpkin has her latest forecast. In Summerside, P.E.I., volunteers are setting up ice fishing tents in backyards to help the unhoused. And on the phone-in: sharing positive stories about how to tackle climate change in your communities.

After another nor'easter blew through the region, volunteers from Team Rubicon are in Sydney to help dig out. Looking for love on Valentine's Day and celebrating long-time loves. And on the phone-in: looking after your heart health.

We hear about a forum happening this Saturday on PEI, hosted by The Coalition for the Protection of PEI Lands. And on the phone-in, a paleontologist and a geologist take your questions about fossils and Maritime pre-history!

We hear concerns that the coming federal Pharmacare legislation will fall short of the universal, comprehensive drug plan promised. And on the phone-in, Niki Jabbour on starting seeds and prepping new gardens.

Melanie Vautour who's the executive director of Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, speaks with the CBC's Rhythm Rathi about a fire that caused four people to flee a tent in the city over the weekend. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, answers your questions.

On Sunday evening, a tent at an encampment in Saint John, NB, burned. Staff Sergeant Sean Rocca explains how new video footage suggests the fire was intentional. Trish Carter becomes the new postmaster in Belle River, PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your pet care questions.

The CBC's Nancy Russell speaks with two women on PEI who are originally from Lviv, Ukraine. They recently travelled back to their home country with their ESL teacher. They were upset to see so many changes after two years of war. And on the phone-in: We speak with Dimitri Pavlounis from the group CIVIX about better ways to teach Civics in school.

The Maritimes are bracing for a stormy weekend as two systems are on their way. After three weeks of stormy weather, crews in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality continue to clean up and prepare for this next round. And on the phone-in: automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your car repair questions

The CBC's Brett Ruskin spent time today at Victoria Park in Halifax and at the Grand Parade. He reports live from the Grand Parade about today being the day people have been asked to vacate 5 tent encampments in the city. Chief Darlene Bernard speaks about her uncle, George James Sark, known as Jim, who passed away last week at 84. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice on painting and staining.

Nancy Anningson who is the director of operations and development with the Ecology Action Centre discusses why she's disappointed the NS government has backed off from bringing the Coastal Protection Act into effect. Senator Brian Francis discusses renaming the Confederation Bridge to Epekwitk Crossing as an act of reconciliation. And on the phone-in: Dana Calder-Boutillier - the "Coupon Nannie" - provides advice on saving money on groceries.

Robber Burt is 50 years old, he's legally blind and he lives in Summerside, PEI. He's in the midst of a 160km walt from Tignish to Hunter River, PEI, raising money to help the homeless. We hear your feedback on the cancellation of the Coastal Protection Act in NS. And on the phone-in: Irshad Manji discusses difficult conversations.

Overnight, the Town of Sussex, NB was flooded after heavy rain. The banks of Trout Creek breached their banks. We talk with Mayor Marc Thorne who describes it as the worst flooding the town has ever seen. Robbie Burt on PEI has to halt his charity walk due to bad weather and an injured foot. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay answers your questions on dog behaviour.

Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney died yesterday. He was 84. Mulroney had ties to the region - he attended St. Francis Xavier University and was the MP for Central Nova. It's a seat now held by Liberal MP Sean Fraser. He shared memories of his relationship with Mulroney. We hear from a business owner in Sussex, NB who is cleaning up after devastating flooding there this week. And on the phone-in: we take your tricky income tax questions.

Stewart Fairgrieve who's the deputy mayor in Hartland, NB, describes the massive fire that destroyed the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory over the weekend. Cheryl Ward in Sussex, NB, talks about all the mitigation work she has done in her basement to help prevent flooding. And on the phone-in: Kelly Lamrock who's NB's Child and Youth Advocate discusses cell phones in the classroom.

Craig Walsh, the Regional Director for Eastern Canada with the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, speaks with us about the workers at the Covered Bridge Potato Chip factory who've lost their jobs after the plant burned down. We hear your feedback on cell phones in schools. And on the phone-in: What's the best way to regulate coastal development? Our guests are Patricia Manuel and Don Jardine.

Councillor Tony Mancini with HRM announces that Sergeant Phil Power with Halifax Regional Police saved a woman's life last night in Dartmouth. Dr Robert Strang discusses what people need to know about measles. And on the phone-in: Our guests answer questions about French immersion. Our guests are Léo-James Lévesque and Bailey Ross

Tina Simpkin gives an update on today's messy weather, and we share listeners feedback on the government's approach to Coastal Protection. And on the phone-in; Clary Croft takes your calls about favourite Maritime expressions

We hear about the excitement around women's hockey and your thoughts on French immersion. And on the phone-in, on International Women's Day, we discuss gender equity and where we still need to do better.

Slocum and Ferris is closing after 130 years in St. John City Market, and PEI welcomes their first Hindu temple. And on the phone-in, energy efficiency expert Barry Walker takes your questions on heat-pumps and more.

An independent news publisher reacts to Saltwire filing for creditor protection, and we get an update on the elver fishery. And on the phone-in, we discuss spanking and physical discipline for children.

Susanna Fuller shares why she supports the closure of the elver fishery. We hear your talkback about spanking. And on the phone-in, online gender-based violence and digital sexual harassment

A non-profit that recycles ghost fishing gear may lose their funding, and single mothers are facing illegal housing discrimination. And on the phone-in, we talk hiking in the Maritimes.

We get the details about a new affordable and supportive housing project in Cumberland county. And on the phone-in, automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your vehicle-related questions.

Melissa Labrador fills us in on plans for a new Mi'kmaw conservation mosaic, and we get an update on the man walking across PEI for the homeless. And on the phone-in, Nathaniel Pearre is back to talk EVs.

Our listeners call to discuss the musicians in the Maritimes who they think deserve more recognition. Our show today is about the Juno Awards which are in Halifax this week. Our guests are Rich Aucoin, Laura Simpson and Eva George as well as a quick appearance by Jah'mila. 

A shortage of nurses impacts working conditions in Nova Scotia and has a union leader calling for wholesale change. Your talkback calls from our EV episode And on the phone-in, Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele returns to take all your questions about your pet's health.

David Mitchell, the mayor of Bridgewater, NS, reacts to the news that his town's 7-screen Cineplex theatre will close at the end of April. He hopes a new project can go into that space. Students at UNBSJ discuss bed bugs on campus. And on the phone-in: Jim White gives advice on painting and staining.

Tina Simpkin updates us on wild weekend weather, and we hear Nova Scotia's preparation for another fraught wildfire season. And on the phone-in, Aaron Publicover on appliance repair. 

Denise Miller who lives on the Kingston Peninsula of NB explains how the stormy weather over the weekend has washed out roads and driveways. An official in Richmond County, Cape Breton, speaks about coastal development. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle gives advice on will and estate planning.

Melanie Vautour who's the executive director of Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB, speaks about a deadly tent fire that killed two homeless people in the city yesterday. Roxanne Carter-Thompson who's with the Adventure Group talks about the Outreach Centre moving over the weekend in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: We discuss the effects and diagnosis of endometriosis.

Support organizations for the victims of intimate partner violence react to comments by Nova Scotias Minister of Justice Brad Jones and on the Phone in: automotive repair expert, Doug Bethune

We hear from RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme and Assistant Commissioner Dennis Daley. They provided an update today from the RCMP at Millbrook First Nation, one year since the Mass Casualty Commission issued its final report. Raluca Bejan from Dalhousie University speaks about new research on temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviour.

A former crab fisherman in Bas-Caraquet, NB, named Merel Chiasson is the winner of the $64 million dollar Lotto 6-49 Gold Ball prize. The winning ticket was sold last year and was set to expire. We hear about proposed legislation in NB called the Compassionate Intervention Act which would force people who are severely addicted into drug treatment. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.

Mia Fournier-White who's the president of the student association at NSCC Lunenburg, which is located in Bridgewater, tell us about a display on campus called the "What Were You Wearing Campaign", meant to bust myths about the assumptions people make about sexual assault. And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft.

Lisa Doucette, who lives in Concession, NS, says she and her husband, Dave, collected an alarming amount of litter on a one-kilometer stretch of highway in front of their house on Monday. The pile of litter includes 117 alcohol containers. We hear about a new study in NB called the Go Barrier Free project that focuses on accessibility. And on the phone-in: Rosmarie Lohnes answers questions on coastal erosion.

John Gillis from Nova Scotia Health answers questions about the two water main breaks that have caused disruptions in service at hospital facilities in Halifax. Mayor Adam Lordon in Miramichi, NB, discusses the events leading up to Monday's solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: Tiffany Fields from St Mary's University answers questions about the solar eclipse.

Provincial leaders in NS discuss the cancellation of the municipal amalgamation in Antigonish. Students in Miramichi, NB, attend a science fair and talk about their solar eclipse-inspired project. And on the phone-in: Dr Jessica Dawe and Stephany Tlalka talk about migraine disease.

The CBC's Brett Ruskin in Florenceville-Bristol, NB and Khalil Akhtar in Miramichi, NB, report on the solar eclipse. And on the phone-in: Three experts discuss and answer questions about proposed legislation in NB called the Compassionate Intervention Act. Our guests are Julia Woodhall-Melnik from UNBSJ, Julie Dingwell from Avenue B Harm Reduction and Wayne MacKay from the Schulich School of Law.

There are concerns on PEI about coastal erosion in the Wood Islands area. The CBC's Wayne Thibodeau provides an update. We hear your feedback about the Compassionate Intervention Act in NB. And on the phone-in: Our experts answer questions about in-vitro fertilization.

There's a big housing and homelessness conference happening in Fredericton and we speak with Perry Kendall who's the CEO of Habitat for Humanity New Brunswick. He outlines the latest housing challenges. We hear your feedback on dental care. The farming season is about to begin on PEI. And on the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn answers income tax questions

Dr Brandon Doucet, who's a dentist in NS, is one of the few who've signed on to the new federal dental program. He says a lot of misinformation is being spread about it and he hopes to dispel this misinformation. We hear about Muslims in Fredericton who began celebrating Eid today. And on the phone-in: Paul Arnold from Acadia University answers questions on composting

The office of Dr John Sherrard - an orthodontist in Quispamsis, NB - closed suddenly earlier this month. Patients are worried and concerned because some are out thousands of dollars with no explanation. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers all your gardening questions.

Last month, Raeann Tyler died in Saint John after a tent fire. Now, her family members are expressing their disappointment with remarks by Premier Blaine Higgs about the unhoused. Joy Saunders has passed away at the age of 105 in Lunenburg. She did a charity walk in 2020 at the age of 101. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham Mackenzie discusses adverse drug effects and answers questions about medications.

Marcel Lebrun discusses reaching a landmark moment at 12 Neighbours Incorporated in Fredericton. The community is receiving its 96th mini home today. And on the phone-in: Ellen Hyslop from The Gist talks about the rising popularity of womens' sports.

The interim Liberal leader on PEI, Hal Perry, raises concerns in the legislature about the online health service, Maple. We hear your feedback on the 12 Neighbours social housing project in Fredericton and womens' sports. And on the phone-in: Mary Jane Hampton discusses her book, "Health Hacks". 

Staff behind the company, "Beach Goats" on PEI held an Earth Day beach clean-up near Richmond over the weekend featuring goats. The airport in Moncton brings in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative for passengers. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides painting & staining advice.

A couple of construction workers in the North End of Halifax discuss witnessing a fire on the roof of a building this morning. The police chief in Fredericton talks about the city's new noise by-law. Celebrity chef on PEI, Michael Smith, discusses an online scam that uses his identity. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist.

Mayor Adam Lordon and Patti Somers from the Greater Miramichi Chamber of Commerce speak about yet another delay in the $100 million refurbishment of the Centennial Bridge in Miramichi. We hear about a 79 year-old man who's still doing gymnastics on PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele.

Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele of Bedford Parks Animal Hospital in HRM tells Bob Murphy how to look for the warning signs of diabetes in your pet and what treatments are available.

Sam Austin who's the HRM councillor for Dartmouth Centre shares his views on the city's decision to soon designate more tent encampments for the unhoused. And on the phone-in: Heidi Bernhardt and Keith Gelhorn answer questions about ADHD among adults.

This year in Woodstock, NB, Pride banners will not be erected on lamp posts like they have in the past. We speak with Amanda Lighbody, the founder & president of The Rainbow Crosswalk in Woodstock and she shares her concerns. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.

Allan MacEachern, the mayor of St Stephen, NB, provides an update on the town's overnight shelter that will close at the end of this month. There's a new program on PEI that teaches people to grow their own food or forage for it. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker answers questions on heating and cooling systems.

Marg Harding has been a councillor in St Stephen, NB, for 20 years. She has some concerns about the effect the overnight shelter has been having on the town. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover provides advice on appliance repair.

After last year's devastating wildfires in NB and NS, there's added awareness of the importance of wildfire prevention this Spring. We hear from Matt Foster, a project coordinator with Parks Canada who shares information about wildfire preventative measures. Melodie Joy shares her feedback on yesterday's phone-in. And on the phone-in: Our guests answer questions on mammograms and breast screening

Mohammed El Hazzouri.who's an Associate Professor of Marketing with the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University talks about the boycott of Loblaws. We hear feedback on an interview we did yesterday with a councillor from St Stephen, NB. And on the phone-in: Heidi MacDonald discusses her new book, "We Shall Persist: Women and the Vote in the Atlantic Provinces".

We get an update on the legal battle over New Brunswick's Policy 713 and explore the impact of AI on music. And on the phone-in, we take your questions on home renos with Dan Monk.

Rob Thom in Lower Greenwich, NB, tells us about a sailboat that sank in the Saint John River. He's concerned it will be a navigational hazard unless it's removed soon. A virus called HMPV is circulating on PEI. And on the phone-in: Margaret Augustine and Lauren Beck talk about a new Indigenous cookbook called "Mitji -- Let's Eat"

We hear from HRM Councillor Kathryn Morse about the idea of banning open fires during wildfire season. We also hear from Kara McCurdy with HRM Fire and Emergency. PEI wants to establish a modular housing facility on the Island. And on the phone-in: Michelle Dittmer answers questions about taking a gap year.

The CBC's Brett Ruskin reports on the details about a new pilot project in HRM using 3 new cameras equipped with artificial intelligence to detect wildfires. We hear your feedback on yesterday's phone-in about a new Indigenous cookbook called "Mitji - Let's Eat". And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay answers your questions about dog behaviour.

There's a proposal in NB to take impaired driving out of the criminal justice system and instead impose immediate penalties. The CEO of MADD Canada, Steve Sullivan, says he agrees with this approach because it's been done in BC since 2010 and fatalities have gone down. And on the phone-in: Meghan Doucette & Cynthia King discuss cycling safety in the Maritimes.

A legislative committee on PEI is investigating snaring and trapping. Two dogs were killed by snares in 2022. We hear about some of the testimony at the committee. Listeners share their feedback on cycling safety. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides advice on gardening.

Like many cities and towns in the Maritimes, Bathurst, NB, is in need of more housing. We hear from two officials from the city about why the need is increasing and what they plan to do. On PEI, there are concerns about the amount of time some anglers are keeping fish out of the water. And on the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions on EVs.

Moira Brown with the Campobello Island Whale Rescue Team speaks about an endangered North Atlantic Right Whale named Shelagh that's entangled in fishing gear in the Gulf of St Lawrence. Susan Fullerton in Saint John speaks about her long-time friend, Arthur Irving, who died at the age of 93. And on the phone-in: James Hughes speaks about his new book, "Ending Homelessness in Canada: The Case for Homelessness Prevention."

Caroline Donelle and Tracy Arnand from Moncton Headstart speak with the CBC's Jonna Brewer. The charity is 50 years old. Its costs are going up but donations are going down. And on the phone-in: Dr. Vett Lloyd, professor of biology and the head of the Lloyd Tick Lab at Mount Allison University in Sackville, NB, answers questions on ticks

Overall, conditions are dry right now so we speak with Jim Rudderham, the Director of Fleet and Forest Protection in NS about the rules surrounding burning right now and the increase in the fine for breaking the rules. We hear about the Live Well PEI Action Plan. And on the phone-in: Dale Prest answers questions about woodlot succession planning.

Increased security measures at retail stores are meant to crack down on theft. But it can also be unnerving for shoppers. We ask Jim Cormier where retailers draw the line. And on the phone-in...Jim White takes your painting and staining questions.

Angelique LeBlanc, the CEO of the Western Regional Enterprise Network in NS, discusses the ongoing challenges with poor cell service in her area. We hear your feedback on the anti-theft measures some retailers have installed. And on the phone-in: Doug Bethune answers questions on automotive repair.

Montana Piñeyro who runs a poultry farm in Lower Branch, NS, had to cull her poultry flock because of avian flu. She describes the difficulties she's facing. We hear an update on smelt fishing on PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers questions on your pet's health. 

We hear the details about a settlement agreement between Paper Excellence Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia over the former mill in Pictou County. Premier Tim Houston speaks. The CBC's Paul Withers reports on a designated aquaculture development area in SouthWest NS. And on the phone-in: Psychiatrist Dr Jackie Kinley discusses job stress.

Jim Ryan, the mayor of the Town of Pictou, NS. speaks about the future of the pulp mill near his town. He also speaks about yesterday's settlement agreement. A new heart clinic in Halifax is named after a hockey player named Jordan Boyd who died in 2013.. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides advice on gardening.

A group of migrant workers in Charlottetown, PEI, are staging a protest and hunger strike in front of the PEI Legislature. They are unhappy about changes to the Provincial Nominee Program. The CBC's Go Public team speaks with a woman in Sussex, NB, whose Facebook page got taken over by fraudsters. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker provides advice on heat pumps

Jenny Saulnier lives in Hammonds Plains, NS, and one year ago today, her house was burned down in the wildfire that ripped through Upper Tantallon and her neighbourhood. She speaks with the CBC's Aly Thompson about how she has coped. And on the phone-in: Greg Marquis from UNBSJ discusses his new book,"Canada's State Police: 150 years of the RCMP".

Chris Harvey-Clark, a veterinarian and shark researcher from Dalhousie University, discusses the increase in shark attacks and shark behaviour in the wake of a shark attack on a man from PEI in the Turks and Caicos. And on the phone-in: Ken Donnelly and Hughstin Grimshaw-Surette answer questions on invasive species.

Cora Young, an environmental chemist from York University, speaks with us about a recent study that examined the level of so-called "forever chemicals" or PFAS in sea spray. We hear your feedback on the RCMP. And on the phone-in: CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin answers questions about the weather.

Alana Hirtle invites us to this weekend's Grand Opening of the new Portaupique Community Centre, and a PEI man is buried in a grave he dug for himself. And on the phone-in: Aaron Publicover takes your appliance repair questions.

We hear about a recently cancelled affordable housing project in Spryfield, NS, and rezoning the waterfront in Stratford, PEI. And on the phone-in: urban planner Tristan Cleveland takes your calls on development issues and housing density.

We speak with Moira Brown, a senior scientist with the Canadian Whale Institute. She discusses the sighting of an endangered North Atlantic Right Whale close to the coastline near Peggy's Cove. And on the phone-in: PEI's Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, talks about the Live Well PEI Action Plan.

An oyster grower in East Bideford, PEI, speaks with the CBC's Nancy Russell about his frustrations. He has still not received any damage claim money since post-tropical storm Fiona blew through in 2022. Lorraine Peters from Rothesay NB, who's 58 years-old, will compete at the Miss Universe Canada pageant next month. And on the phone-in: We speak with Jim Cormier and Wendy Friedman about the retail industry. Cormier is the Atlantic director for the Retail Council of Canada and Friedman owns Biscuit and Independent Mercantile in Halifax.

The Nova Scotia Department of Education announces a new policy on cell phones in the classroom, starting in September. The CBC's Jean Laroche has the details. Two men from PEI discuss their family connection to D-Day and their trip to Normandy this week. And on the phone-in: Colette Robicheau provides advice on decluttering. Plus, two young students from PEI talk about their D-Day project.

Nurses, doctors, paramedicine students and pharmacists at the Moncton Hospital have formed a new choir called "Music in Medicine" as a creative outlet. A boy on PEI takes a bag of PEI potatoes to Toronto and trades it for a signed baseball with Blue Jays pitcher Jordan Ramano. And on the phone-in: Jon Stone answers questions about native plants that attract wildlife to your property.

A historic sawmill in Digby County, NS, was destroyed by fire this weekend, and on PEI the Abegweit First Nation hosted the first mawi'omi, or powwow, of the season. And on the phone-in: we discuss memory loss and how to avoid it with Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose.

Kim Adair, Nova Scotia's Auditor General, holds a news conference about a dramatic increase in the incidence of violence in schools. Health PEI offers workers extra cash if they agree to work extra shifts this summer. Union leaders have concerns. And on the phone-in: Dr. Laura Eramian and Dr. Peter Mallory discuss navigating difficult friendships.

Kent Steeves, who's the volunteer fire chief in the village of Elgin, NB, provides details about a fatal accident that claimed the lives of two young men at Gibson Falls on Monday. Students on PEI get lessons on agricultural history at Orwell Corner Historic Village. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessical Lyle gives advice on wills and estate planning.

This week, two young men from India died at Gibson Falls in NB. Paul D'Eon, who has 50 years experience with the Lifesaving Society of NS, says newcomers to Canada are more vulnerable to drowning. People in Borden-Carleton, PEI, comment on the level of neglect at Gateway Village. And on the phone-in: Dr Jill Hudson in NB and Dan Hennessey in NS answer questions about prostate cancer.

The Fire Marshal's Office has delayed the opening of the new patio system at Market Square in Saint John. We speak with Jesse Vergen, owner of the Saint John Ale House about his frustrations.And on the phone-in: We talk with Anne Marie Hartford and Karen Lake about the Death Café meetings they hold in Fredericton.

There are more sharks in our waters these days. We talk with Fred Whoriskey from the Ocean Tracking Network at Dalhousie University about the possibility of warning signs about sharks at some beaches in NS this summer. Maisie Rae McNaughton from the Kent Clean Air Committee provides an update on the closure of the Coastal Shell Products plant in Beaurivage, NB. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice on painting & staining.

The way farmers grow strawberries is changing in the Maritimes. Some are getting out of the crop. Others are growing undercover so they are less vulnerable to climate change. And on the phone-in: Laura Penny discusses the value of a university degree.

Nat Richard, the executive director of the Maritime Lobster Processors Association. comments on the closure of the Coastal Shell Products plant in Beaurivage, NB. Foreign workers on PEI resume a hunger strike and stage a protest today in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Shark researcher, Chris Harvey-Clark, answers questions on sharks.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Westville, NS today for an announcement on the National School Food Program. He also speaks with us about issues such as affordability. And on the phone-in: Lesley Anderson provides advice on researching your family tree.

The CBC's Brett Ruskin reports from Shubenacadie, NS -- the site of the former residential school -- on National Indigenous Peoples Day. Melissa Peter-Paul on PEI plans SafeTEA sessions with Aunties. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.

Have you ever tried to bike 600km? Well about two dozen Nova Scotians did this past weekend as part of the LOCOmotion 600 endurance event. Organizer and participant Ashleigh Myles tells us about the event and what's next for this active group of cyclists. And on the phone-in: Our repair expert Aaron Publicover answers your questions. 

An immigration lawyer weighs in on a recent NS labour board decision in favour of temporary foreign workers. And on the phone-in: we share recommendations for great summer reading!

Marc Mes, who's the deputy commissioner of Canadian Coast Guard programs, discusses how the Coast Guard is reducing carbon emissions. People on PEI work to maintain lighthouses. On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele. And in New Brunswick, two youths are hired to be River Keepers on the Saint John River.

Councillor David Hickey in Saint John, NB, says a number of residents are concerned about excessively loud motorcycles and vehicles. He's investigating improving the city's noise bylaw. On PEI, the Royal Canadian Mint launches a new coin to celebrate L.M. Montgomery. And on the phone-in: Horticulturalist Todd Boland provides advice on shrubs and vines.

We hear your thoughts (loud and clear) on yesterday's interview about noisy vehicles. And on the phone-in, automotive expert Doug Bethune diagnoses your car troubles.

In Southwest NS, Hemlock Wooly Adelgid has been killing hemlocks. Last Fall, an experiment was launched that saw the importation of Laricobius beeles from BC. Laricobius beetles eat Hemlock Wooly Adelgid. Dr Lucas Roscoe from Natural Resources Canada provides an update on whether the Laricobius survived the winter in NS. People on PEI are organizing events for the 150th anniversary of the birthday of L.M. Montgomery. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc answers questions on birding.

Sascha Gordon and her husband run Boonoonoonoos -- a restaurant in Charlottetown that serves Caribbean food. Sascha talks with us about her concerns for her family back in Jamaica with Hurricane Beryl hitting the island today. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers gardening questions.

Today's phone-in is with dog behaviour expert, Sivlia Jay. Off the top of the show, we speak with Tonya Wmmer from MARS about a dead humpback whale in the Stewiacke River. And Dr Tracy Fisher with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association talks about changes coming August 1st for dog owners who travel to the US.

Barry Walker, who's an energy advisor, provides advice about heat pumps as well as heating and cooling systems. And off the top of the show, we hear about the construction of the new medical school in Charlottetown as well as a new mural at the Fredericton public library by Wolastoqi artist, Emma Hassencahl-Perley.

Wildlife biologist, Bob Bancroft, answers questions about animals and birds on the phone-in. And off the top of the show. we speak with Peter Burgess, executive director of the Wild Blueberry Producers Association of NS. He says the crop this season is early. And in Charlottetown, a new farmer's market opened over the weekend.

On the phone-in: Lauren Park who's an experienced beekeeper answers questions about beekeeping. Off the top of the show. We speak with Angela Morrison who used to coach soccer star, Jacob Shaffelburg. We also hear from his grandmother, Anne Smith, who lives in Stratford, PEI. Team Canada takes on Argentina tonight at the Copa America tournament.

<p>On the phone-in: Lawyer Julia Cornish provides advice for people who are going through a separation and divorce. Off the top of the show, we hear about a controversy connected to the Fredericton Pride parade. And Angela Morrison, a former soccer coach of Jacob Shaffelburg, discusses last night's game against Argentina at the Copa America tournament.</p>

<p>On the phone-in: Michael Haynes in NS and James Donald in NB share their top suggestions for great hikes in the Maritimes. They also answer all your questions. Off the top of the show, we speak with Michael Kabalen from the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia. And the CBC's Josefa Cameron on PEI tells us about "speed friending" at Pride PEI.</p>

<p>The remnants of post tropic storm Beryl drops torrential rain on part of the Mainland NS. Councillor Dick Killam from Halls Harbour, NS, describes the damage in his community. The CBC's Gareth Hampshire and Brett Ruskin also file reports.And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.</p>

On the phone-in: Painting and staining expert, Jim White, answers your questions. And off the top of the show, Victor Cormier, the general manager of the Pointe-du-Chene Harbour Authority, explains how some guys on jet-skis stopped a burning boat from destroying the whole marina. And the CBC's Nancy Russell finds out why the potato crop on PEI is ten days ahead of schedule.

On the phone-in: We discuss the elements that make for a dynamic downtown area in the Maritimes. Our guests are Paul MacKinnon in Halifax and Dawn Alan in Charlottetown. And off the top of the show, Dr Danielle Willliams from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency describes a parasite called MSX that affects oysters. MSX has been detected in Bedeque Bay on PEI and now the CFIA is doing more testing to see if it has spread.

On the phone-in: We have a discussion about the dangers of disinformation and propaganda. Our guest is Alex Khasnabish who's a professor and chair of the department of Sociology and Anthropology at Mount St. Vincent University in Halifax. And off the top of the show. We hear about an incident near Digby involving farmed salmon. Our guests are Joel Richardson and Neville Crabbe.

On the phone-in: Author Alan MacEachern and Kate Scarth discuss the story of Green Gables. Alan is the author of "Becoming Green Gables" and Kate is the Chair of L.M. Montgomery Studies with the L.M. Montgomery Institute at UPEI. And off the top of the show, meteorologist Tina Simpkin discusses the weather and we hear about early monitoring for blight in the potato crop on PEI.

Today's phone-in: Niki Jabbour takes all your gardening questions. And off the top of the show, we hear your feedback on what Anne of Green Gables and specifically the location of Green Gables means to you.

Today's phone-in: pharmacist Graham MacKenzie takes your calls and questions. And the director of the Aquatic Association of NS shares how producers are feeling about the disease MSX which has been detected in PEI oysters.

Today's phone-in: we get your recommendations for the best ice-cream spots in the Maritimes. But first, we hear about lifeguarding efforts in PEI after Sunday saw 12 rescues at Basinhead Beach, and why a Moncton food bank is getting government help to cover the cost of a security guard.

Today's phone-in: Veterinarian Dr. Karyn Steele takes your pet health and nutrition questions. And we learn about a new project that's experimenting with the use of oysters to clean water contaminated by pulp mill effluent in Pictou County's Boat Harbour.

Today on the phone-in: we crowd-source your advice on the best cafes in the Maritimes. But first, we get a biology lesson on the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid from Cornell entomologist Mark Whitmore. He'll be in Liverpool, NS Tuesday, July 30 for the 10th Annual International HWA Managers Meeting.

Today on the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune takes your calls about maintaining and fixing your vehicle. But first: Ken Bagnell gives us the low-down on all the Maritimers competing in the Paris Olympics this year.

On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician Aaron Publicover takes your calls. But first, we get journalist Rick MacLean's thoughts on what the proposed sale of SaltWire newspapers to Postmedia could mean for the region.

On the phone-in today: Phil Moscovitch takes your calls on pickling and fermenting. But first, a new study reveals the impacts on the mental health of people working in organizations supporting women experiencing violence.

Today on the phone-in: Author Jules Torti shares stories about Trips That Went South, and callers share their own travel misadventures. But first, 16 yo Kohen Wainman just got home from the world barrel racing championships in Perry, Georgia.

Today on the phone-in: we discuss reasons to buy local food and how to make it easier. But first, Graham Nickerson reflects on Emancipation Day and Black Maritime history.

Today's phone-in: Niki Jabbour takes your gardening questions. But first, we hear about improving farm resiliency on PEI, and some more of your thoughts on how to support local farmers and buy more local food.

Today on the phone-in: we discuss Indigenous tourism and how it could help expand our understanding of the world. But first, a new report looks at the successes and shortcomings of the fire and emergency response to last year's wildfire in Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia. And on PEI, a daughter remembers her Olympian father who competed at the 1924 Paris Olympics.

On the phone-in: dog behaviour specialist Silvia Jay answers your questions about your canine friend. But first, when is it OK for municipalities to provide financial help for people living rough to return to their home communities? 

On the phone-in: we discuss the possibilities and limitations of mass timber wood construction. But first, we hear about efforts to introduce a rod and reel fishing method to replace harpoon fishing for swordfish in NS.

On the phone-in: we ask for your favourite moments of the Olympics so far. And we check in with our Halifax colleague Sabrina Fabian to hear what it's like covering the Olympics in-person in Paris.  

On the phone-in today: Our painting and staining expert, Jim White, gives advice for your next project. And off the top of the show we speak with Liesje Somers-Blonde, the executive director of the Bide Awhile animal shelter in Dartmouth. They received 24 kittens and cats on Friday and now the shelter is at-capacity.

On the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle from Touchstone Legal in Dartmouth answers questions about wills and estate planning. And off the top of the show, we hear about concerns on PEI about people having difficulty accessing family lawyers. We also hear about moves to regulate podiatry on PEI.

On the phone-in today our guest is physiotherapist Laura Lundquist who answers questions about pain relief and preventing injuries. And off the top of the show, we speak with Simon Thibault at the Congrès Mondial Acadien 2024. We also hear about a Mi'kmaq basket weaving class on PEI.

On the phone-in today: Jonathan Foster and Micha Fardy join us for a discussion about sustainable tourism in the Maritimes. And off the top of the show, we talk with Annika Lirette, the co-artistic director of Le Spectacle de la Fête Nationale de l'Acadie.

On the phone-in today: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answers questions. And off the top of the show, we hear how the Covered Bridge Potato Chip company is continuing to make chips after a fire in March burned the factory to the ground. Also, PEI experienced a partial 911 outage yesterday.

On the phone-in today: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions about EVs. He's a research fellow at Dalhousie University studying electric vehicles in the renewable energy storage lab. And off the top of the show, we talk with Vanessa Pike from Canadian Foodgrains Bank about World Humanitarian Day and the rise in violence against aid workers. We also hear about abandoned mine sites in NS from Donnie Burke who's with Build Nova Scotia's environmental group.

On the phone-in today: Folklorist Clary Croft talks about superstitions. Off the top of the show, the CBC's Brett Ruskin explains what new services will be offered at Halifax Stanfield International Airport for people with physical and cognitive disabilities. We also hear an update about the community fridge in Charlottetown.

On the phone-in today: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover answers questions about appliance repair. And off the top of the show, Bernie Thorne who grows grapes in Berwick, NS, talks about his vineyard being eaten by Japanese beetles. We also hear about Titus Bakery in Saint John which is closing after 76 years in business.

On the phone-in today: We discuss the US election with Rachel Brickner, who's a professor with the Department of Politics at Acadia University. And we hear about the lockout by Canada's two main rail companies.

On the phone-in: Our guests are Energy efficiency expert, Barry Walker, and Eric Murphy who owns Halifax Heat Pumps and Electrical. They answer questions about heat pumps and heating and cooling systems. And off the top of the show, Erika Shea from New Dawn Enterprises discusses Sydney's first pallet shelter village at Pine Tree Park.

On the phone-in today: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers questions on car troubles. And off the top of the show, we speak with Trish McCourt from the Nova Scotia Non-profit Housing Association about the federal government's announcement on using federal land for affordable housing projects.

On the phone-in: Guests Peter Smith and David Hoffman discuss the Alt-right movement in Canada. We ask our listeners if they've seen an increase in hate and intolerance in their community. And off the top: Natasha Chestnut with the Restaurant Association of NS discusses how the industry will be affected by changes to the temporary foreign worker program.

On the phone-in today: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your questions about dogs, cats and other small animals. And off the top, we hear about a restoration project at a traditional fishing hole on PEI called MacLean's Pond in Vernon River. We also hear your feedback on the far-right movement which was yesterday's phone-in topic.

Today on the phone-in: we take your calls on E-bikes and E-bike batteries. But first, we learn about the carbon impact of trees felled by Fiona, and check in with an ultra-marathoner about to run the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc for a second time.

Today on the phone-in:Niki Jabbour takes your gardening questions. Plus,a Charlottetown woman is warning people about a distraction-scam, and a 12 year-old wraps up his summer mini-putt business in St. Andrews, NS.

On the phone-in today: Listeners call and share their best tips and tricks when it comes to thrift shopping. Our guests are Charlotte Genge & Anahid Chujunian. And off the top of the show, we hear about Mary Henderson becoming the first female deputy police chief with Kennebecasis Regional Police Force. And we hear an update on Ryan Keeping's effort to run across PEI without stopping.

Over the weekend, Tina Comeau Surette in Yarmouth, N.S., released a video called "Justin's Addiction Story: No Family is Immune." The video has now been viewed more than 200,000 times. Tina tells the story of what led to Justin's death in January 2024. And on the phone-in: Dr Ken Rockwood answers questions about dementia including Alzheimer's disease.

On the phone-in today: Do you feel the diversity of your views is reflected by a federal political party? Our guest is Alex Marland, professor in the Department of Politics at Acadia University. And off the top of the show, we talk about cell phones in classrooms as school begins in the Maritimes. Our guest is David Schult with the PEI Home and School Federation.

On the phone-in today: Hannah Harrison and Nicolas Winkler run a podcast about coastal access called "Right of Way". The discussion today centres around people's ability to access coastal land in the Maritimes. And off the top of the show, we hear about job cuts at Connors Brothers in Blacks Harbour, NB. We also hear and update from PEI about the impact of dry weather in August on the potato crop.

On the phone-in today: Painting and staining expert, Jim White, provides advice to callers. And off the top of the show, we talk with Scott Holman who's a certified arborist and the urban forestry supervisor in Truro, NS. He's overseeing a project this week to plant 46,000 tree seedlings in Victoria Park to replace trees that were blown over 2 years ago during post tropical storm Fiona.

On the phone-in: Listeners share their stories about traffic problems in the Maritimes. And off the top of the show, David Alston in Saint John, NB, talks about a proposed tiny home community in East Saint John. We also hear from a mother in Halifax whose children's school bus was four hours late yesterday.

On the anniversary of the Sept 11th attacks, Fire fighters from the Maritimes Travel to ground zero to pay their respects, Charlottetown City Council designates a building up for demolition as a Heritage House and On The Phone In: taking your questions about the value of our trees

On the phone-in today: Ultra-marathoner Ryan Keeping is passionate about running. He shares his stories of running across Canada. Listeners share their running stories. And off the top of the show, we speak with Ron Burbidge in Walton, NS. about four boxcars filled with cement that are posing a navigational hazard at the mouth of the Walton River left behind by a bankrupt tidal power company.

On the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answers our listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we speak with Jenn Murray from UNIFOR who tells the story of how she helped get a bill passed in the NS legislature yesterday that declares that intimate partner violence is an epidemic.

On the phone-in today: Barry Walker and Eric Murphy answer questions about heating and cooling systems. Off the top of the show, we hear an update from the NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables about submerged containers that are a navigational hazard in Walton, NS. And on PEI, it has been one year since two people were attacked by a man with a sword in Tignish. The RCMP have not made an arrest.

On the phone-in: Economist Lars Osberg talks about his new book "The Scandalous Rise of Inequality in Canada". Listeners share their views on economic inequalities. And off the top of the show, we speak with Heather Stevens in Port Medway, NS, about how a group of local people saved a Great White Shark that was entangled in fishing gear.

On the phone-in: George Iny is with the Automobile Protection Association answers your used car questions and off the top: Robin Tress of Dartmouth is sending a book marked by the 2023 wildfires in Nova Scotia to an exhibit in NYC about climate change

On the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune answers our listeners' questions about car repair. And off the top, we speak with Karen Bingham who's the president of the Lymphedema Association of Nova Scotia. She talks about the lack of care for patients.

On the phone-in: Repair technician Aaron Publicover answers questions about appliances. Off the top of the show, we hear about an historic building in Brudenell, PEI. It's a one-room schoolhouse. And we also hear from Tia Upshaw, as part of CBC's Black Changemaker series.

On the phone-in today: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers our listeners' questions about vaccines that are available this Fall and medications. And off the top of the show, we speak with Peter Halpin. He's the executive director of the Association of Atlantic Universities. He comments on the federal government's announcement last week to further reduce the number of international students into Canada by another 10 per cent over the next two years.

On the phone-in today: As we welcome Autumn, horticulturalist Bob Osborne who runs an orchard and nursery in Corn Hill, NB, answers questions about apples. And off the top of the show, we speak with Trish Carter from Galla Designs in Wood Islands, PEI, about all the troubles with the ferry service.

On the phone-in: We discuss the topic of AI and climate change with David Rolnick, who is an assistant professor and Canada CIFAR AI Chair in the School of Computer Science at McGill University. And off the top of the show, we talk with John Andrew in Kentville about his charity's thrift store burning down. We also hear from high school students in Charlottetown about the new restrictions on cell phones in the classroom.

On the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers questions on Fall gardening. And off the top of the show, we speak with professor Don Wright who's with UNB. He comments on the need for the ceremonial guard that's performed in downtown Fredericton to reflect greater historical and cultural diversity.

On the phone-in today: We talk about menopause with Dr Nathasha Deshwal and Janet Ko, the co-founder of the Menopause Foundation of Canada. Off the top of the show, we speak with Jim Ryan who's the mayor of the Town of Pictou. He comments on the problems with the ferry service between PEI and NS. The last ferry in service, the MV Sareemaa, won't be back online until next week.

On the phone-in today: We talk about birds in the Maritimes with Diane Leblanc, past-president of the Nova Scotia Bird Society. And off the top of the show, we speak with Steve Hansen from Holland Power Services about the workers who are in the US, helping to restore power in the wake of hurricane Helene. We also hear about the Pan-American Black Bass Championship in Nackawic, NB.

On the phone-in today: Listeners get answers from dog behaviour expert, Silvia Jay. And off the top of the show, we speak with Bob MacLeod, president of the PEI Shellfish Association, about the spread of MSX on PEI. We also hear about a temporary closure at the Fredericton Public Library because of a break-in.

On the phone-in today: Author Ian Sutton who wrote "Pardon Our Dust: Decisions for the End of Life", discusses green burial options including the lesser known process of aquamation. And off the top of the show, we speak with professor Alex Khasnabish from MSVU about the sharp rise in the number of hate crimes being reported by the Halifax Police. And we also hear an update from PEI about the Sir John A. MacDonald statue which is currently in storage.

On the phone-in today: There has been an increase in the level of incivility and harassment on Parliament HIll. We discuss what's happening with MP Heather McPherson and Tom Urbaniak from Cape Breton University. And off the top of the show, we hear about Backstreet Record in Saint John, NB, being sold to Taz Records.

On the phone-in today: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions about wills and estate planning. And off the top of the show, we speak with the mayor of the Municipal District of St. Stephen, Allan MacEachern, about a hit and run accident last week in the town where a 24 year-old homeless woman was killed.

On the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions on EVs He is a research fellow at Dalhousie University studying electric vehicles in the renewable energy storage lab. And off the top of the show, we speak with Canadian meteorologist Trevor Adams. He is living in St Petersburg in the Tampa Bay area and he is fleeing hurricane Milton to seek safety in Fort Lauderdale. 

On the phone-in today: Our guest is Donald Savoie. He is the Canada Research Chair in Public Administration and Governance at the Universite de Moncton. He's also the author of numerous books, including "Speaking Truth to Canadians About Their Public Service" And off the top of the show, we speak with Kevin Ellis, the President of the Digby & Area Board of Trade about the MV Fundy Rose ferry. It won't run for 6 weeks this Fall. And we also hear how a German Shepherd helped rescue a woman who got lost in NB.

On the phone-in: Hiking experts Michael Haynes in NS and James Donald in NB discuss good hiking trails in the Maritimes in advance of the Thanksgiving weekend. And off the top of the show, we speak with two Canadians in Florida -- Trevor Adams and Cyndi Edwards. We also hear an update from the Island Nature Trust in PEI.

On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions from listeners. And off the top of the show, we hear about a meeting that was held in Montague, PEI, where people had a chance to express their frustrations over the suspension of the ferry service between PEI and NS

On the phone-in today: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers questions about animals and birds in the Maritimes. And off the top of the show, we speak with CBC reporter Michael Gorman who reports on the ferry service between Yarmouth, NS and Bar Harbour, Maine.

On the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist takes questions from listeners about pain management and injury prevention. And off the top of the show, we speak with Kevin Bekkers from the NS Department of Public Works about the construction of a soil berm along the LaPlante River near Amherst. And the CBC's Nancy Russell provides an update about potato research on PEI.

Nature Nova Scotia injecting pesticide into Hemlocks to save them from invasive species, PEI Food Bank moves into its new space and On The Phone in: Prepping your home for the changing climate

On the phone-in: Painting and staining expert, Jim White, answers questions. Off the top of the show, we speak with Peter Day, the president of the Nova Scotia Teachers Union about 47 new staff members being added to classrooms to help deal with violence. And we hear a historical story from PEI about the ferry service.

On the phone-in today: Doug Bethune is an automotive expert with decades of experience. He answers listeners' questions about car repair. And off the top, we speak with Amery Boyer, the mayor of Annapolis Royal, NS. For the first time in the town's history, it now has an all-women council.

On the phone-in today: Energy efficiency advisor Barry Walker answers questions about heat pumps and other heating & cooling systems. And off the top of the show, we speak with New Brunswick provincial affairs reporter, Jacques Poitras. He provides details about last night's victory by Susan Holt and the Liberals in the provincial election.

On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers questions about your pet's health. And off the top of the show, we talk with Frederic Gionet from the CFIB about today's reduction in interest rates by the Bank of Canada. We also hear about a small business event on PEI. And the CBC's Nancy Russell tells us about a series of short videos about different habitats on PEI.

On the phone-in: Listeners call with their thoughts and questions about school lunch programs in the Maritimes. Our guests are Aimee Gasparetto from Nourish NS and Jill Van Horne with Food for All NB. And off the top of the show, we speak with Nathan Wilbur from the Atlantic Salmon Federation about a two-day symposium happening in Moncton to talk about the conservation of wild Atlantic salmon stocks.

Caitlin Lees lives on Larch St in the South End of Halifax. Her family has been highly affected by student street parties over the last few years. She talks about her hopes that a new plan will help deter street parties this school year. And on the phone-in: Paint and stain expert Jim White answers your questions.

Shawn Rouse, who lives in Quispamsis, NB, speaks about an increase in bullying against his 14 year-old child who identifies as he/they/them following the province's changes to Policy 713. And on the phone-in: We discuss traffic problems in the Maritimes with Douglas Wetmore & Yves Bourgeois.

70 per cent of the student population at Cape Breton University in Sydney are international students. The CBC's Tom Ayers reports on a growing sense of desperation among international students who can't find jobs or housing. And on the phone-in: Kaitlynn Lowe & Dan Bedell discuss the importance of emergency preparedness.

Robert Berard from Mount St. Vincent University discusses the complex reasons for the current shortage in teachers. Berard has nearly 50 years experience in the education sector. And on the phone-in: Dr Ken Rockwood and Dale Morehouse in NB answer questions about Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

We hear the details about a contest that closes Friday, Sept 8th about an art contest in Charlottetown, PEI that will see an art project created from wood felled by post tropical storm Fiona. We hear your feedback on school supplies. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers your questions about gardening

The CBC's Kerry Campbell brings us the details on a proposed land development in proximity to Greenwich National Park on PEI. We speak with Colleen Cameron, chair of the Antigonish Affordable Housing Society. And on the phone-in: We discuss the high cost of school supplies with Caroline Donelle from Moncton Headstart and Romaine Rhoden from Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank

Once people graduate from high school, there is often a gap in services for people with social disabilities or mental health challenges. The CBC's Jonna Brewer reports on Open Sky Co-op Farm in Sackville, NS. And on the phone-in: We discuss the challenges of providing more affordable housing with Michael Kabelen in NS and Peter Corbyn in NB

Serval cats are native to sub-Saharan Africa and yet one was captured over the weekend in the west end of Halifax. We find out more about these cats and the rules for having one in the Maritimes. We hear the details about a new protected area in Guysborough County, NS. And on the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions about electric vehicles.

We hear about the wind therapy program with AbleSail Shediac. It helps people with mental illnesses such as PTSD. Participants talk about the Mawiomi at Lennox Island First Nation over the weekend on PEI. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers questions on medications.

Now that we're in hurricane season, Duncan Williams with the Construction Association of NS recommends people clean up any construction materials from their properties. We hear about a sewing program in Saint John, NB. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker from Efficiency NS provides advice on heat pumps.

9 year-old William Jones in Sydney, NS, has a particular passion for Lego. He and his mom have started a cotton candy business to help pay for it. We hear about a food program in Georgetown, PEI. And on the phone-in: The Joy of Dance with Véronique Mackenzie & Richard Zimich.

There will be a new study on long COVID at Dalhousie University by Dr. Carlos Hernandez. James Boxall, who also works at Dal, has long COVID. He shares his story and says unfortunately, he doesn't qualify for this study. A man in Bas-Cap-Pelé, NB, talks about a new citizen's group to discuss coastal erosion. And on the phone-in: Tips on saving money. Our guest is Emily Rae from Assante Capital Management.

Dr. Ivan Litvinov at McGill University discusses his new research that delves into the higher rates of melanoma in NS & PEI compared to NB & Newfoundland. A cyclist in NB talks about how a car turned in front of him, causing a collision. And on the phone-in: How can we improve cycling infrastructure in the Maritimes?

An off-duty police officer from Truro, N.S., is being hailed as a hero. Bruce Lake was hiking in Fundy National Park over the weekend when he saved a young woman who was struggling in the water. And on the phone-in: automotive expert, Doug Bethune.

We speak with Pierre LeBell who's originally from Edmundston, NB, from his home in Yellowknife, NWT. The city of more than 20,000 people is being evacuated due to forest fires.We hear the details about Operation Nanook in the Arctic. And on the phone-in: Kristin Rodier & Morgan Bimm talk with our listeners about the Barbie movie.

Xander Wang is with UPEI's School of Climate Change and Adaptation. He's one of the organizers of a Climate Forum happening now at the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St Peter's, PEI. He discusses the urgent need for action on climate change. And on the phone-in: Gardening tips with Niki Jabbour.

Daniel Conrod who's the Principal Race Officer for Chester Race Week explains the details of the event which gets underway on Wednesday. Today is National Acadian Day and Brian Cormier tells us about the delights of poutine râpée. And on the phone-in: Tuma Young and Jamie Simpson provide tips on foraging for wild foods.

Donna Crossland, who's a forest ecologist, talks about Hemlock Wooly Adelgid - or HWA - being discovered in Bedford, NS. Crossland is the Hemlock Conservation Project Coordinator with the Medway Community Forest Co-op and she leads the HWA treatment program in Nova Scotia. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your pet-care questions.

Some experts believe basements should no longer be finished because there's a good chance your basement will be flooded. We speak with Bruce Langhus who ran a B&B in Gagetown, NB. He had to do extensive work after two floods in 2018 & 2019. He has advice on renos after a flood. And on the phone-in: Jim White provides advice on painting & staining.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released new information about the hurricane season which could be worse than initially thought. Our meteorologist, Tina Simpkin, provides the details. We hear from two soldiers from CFB Gagetown who have just returned from Poland where they trained Ukrainians. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair with Aaron Publicover.

Lindsay Rodenkirchen, the Assistant Chief Electoral Officer with Elections Nova Scotia, discusses the use of digital ballots in early voting for the by-election in Preston, NS. Alysha McGrattan, the program director with Nature NB, discusses Monarch butterflies. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist answers your questions about pain and injuries.

Dr. Katja Fennel, an Oceanographer with Dalhousie University, explains how an experiment in Halifax Harbour with purple dye could lead to a project that's like putting a huge Tums in the ocean so it can better absorb CO2. This could help reduce CO2 in the atmosphere. We hear your feedback on e-ballots. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay on dog behaviour.

Meteorologist Tina Simpkin talks about heavy rainfall expected, the Miramichi Salmon Association are calling for Environment and Climate Change Canada to resume releasing water temperature information to the public, and on the phone-in, physicist Rob Thacker takes calls and questions about signs of life in outer space.

Maritime Noon's producer, Diane Paquette, reports on the surging number of people who are living in tents in downtown Halifax. Councillor Waye Mason explains why the city has no choice but to designate more sanctioned tent parks in HRM due to the housing crisis. And on the phone-in: Niki Jabbour provides gardening advice.

Kelly Graham tells us about hitting a sinkhole near Souris, PEI. And we also hear from PEI's director of highway maintenance. Mark Frank from the Nature Conservancy of Canada explains this weekend's Big Backyard BioBlitz. And on the phone-in: Paul Vautour and Lauren Park answer your questions about bees and maintaining your bee colony.

Alan Mulholland has custom-built a new boat called the Wave Rover II. He plans to leave Charlottetown as early as next week to begin a voyage that will hopefully see him circumnavigate the world solo in his small sailboat. We read some statements on the stench in Beaurivage, NB. And on the phone-in: Agriculture & climate change.

Maisie Rae McNaughton from the Kent Clean Air Action Committee provides an update on the Coastal Shell Products plant that's giving off bad odours in Beaurivage, NB. We hear your comments on traffic problems. And on the phone-in: Family lawyer, Julia Cornish, answers your questions about separation & divorce.

After three years of service, Dr. Michael Gardham, the CEO of Health PEI, is going to resign next March. He explains some of the highlights of his tenure and the challenges too. A couple that lives on the Old Guysborough Road in Nova Scotia explains the dangerous traffic problems in their area. And on the phone-in: Phil Moscovitch gives tips for preserving and fermenting foods.

Paul Noel with the Nature Conservancy of Canada supervises an effort to remove an invasive species of grass called phragmites from the area of the Petitcodiac River in Moncton and Riverview, NB. And on the phone-in: Doug Bethune answers your automotive repair questions.

Denise Crowell, who lives in Beaverbank, NS, was on her way home last Friday night when she got stuck in deep water on the road in Bedford, NS. A young tow truck driver, Riely Whitman, came to her rescue. We speak with them both and she thanks him. We hear about a tornado that touched down over Chaleur Bay in NB last weekend. And on the phone-in: Diane LeBlanc answers your questions about birds and birding.

After a difficult week so far in NS due to flooding, we speak with Michael Melenchuk who's the executive director of the Lifesaving Society of Nova Scotia. He comments on the dangers of rushing water. We hear about plans for a modern new high school in Stratford, PEI. And on the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White, provides advice

Torrential rain over the weekend caused flash flooding. We hear an update from Mayor Abraham Zebian with the Regional Municipality of Windsor & West Hants. David Meldrum, the Deputy Chief of Halifax Fire and Emergency provides the latest updates on emergencies in the city. And the Minister of Public Works, Kim Masland, talks about damage to infrastructure. Lesley Anderson answers your questions on genealogy. At the end of the show, we get an update about the evacuation of RayPort Campground from Carolyn Bolivar-Getson, the Mayor of the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg.

Gloria Haydock who's the manager of consumer and industry relations for the Atlantic region with the Insurance Bureau of Canada answers questions about flood coverage following the damaging torrential rain in NS. People on PEI talk about how they're coping with the recent heat wave. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions about wills and estate planning.

St. Thomas criminologist Michael Boudreau addresses the RCMP's shortcomings in rural policing in the wake of vigilantism on Deer Island, NB, and the Mass Casualty Commission's recommendations. And on the phone-in, our gardening expert Nikki Jabbour answers all your horticultural questions!

A public meeting was held in Charlottetown, PEI, last night. The province wanted to provide details and get people's feedback on a proposed supervised injection site at the Park Street shelter. The Minister of Housing ended up getting shoved. And on the phone-in: Efficiency Nova Scotia's Barry Walker answers your questions about heat pumps.

Allan Melvin is a farmer in Nova Scotia and he's also the president of the NS Federation of Agriculture. He explains the impact of all the recent rain and high humidity on veggie and fruit crops. We hear the details about a study on puppies at the Atlantic Veterinary College on PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele

Glen Kenny, a professor at the University of Ottawa and the director of the university's Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit, discusses the challenges of the increasingly hot and humid weather in Canada. Alicia King with the NS Federation of Agriculture says the recent wet weather is making it difficult to harvest hay. And on the phone-in: George Iny from the Automobile Protection Association.

Live from the Halifax Common in Kjipuktuk the site of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games - NAIG chair Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons sets the stage for the first day of the games. And on the phone-in, NAIG president Tex Marshall and culture and engagement director Serene Porter talk about the connections between sport, culture, heritage and spirit.

Two museums in Halifax -- the Museum of Natural History and the Discovery Centre -- have new exhibits that showcase Indigenous culture. The exhibits coincide with the North American Indigenous Games. People on PEI hope to finally get a provincial museum. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair with Aaron Publicover.

Constable Shannon Herbert and Sergeant Brian Fitzpatrick of the RCMP announce the details of an investigation into allegations of sexual assault at the Youth Detention Facility in Waterville, NS. The alleged assaults took place from 1988 to 2017. Two families in Riverview, NB, discuss their hope that a nearby covered bridge can be saved. And on the phone-in: Summer safety tips.

Minerva McCourt, the mayor of the Town of Cornwall, PEI, addresses some of the concerns that have been raised about a proposed housing development on a quiet street in the community. And on the phone-in: Urban planner, Tristan Cleveland, discusses the issues around high-density housing.

Two residents of 12Neighbours in Fredericton, NB -- Katrina Lunn and Mayor Al Smith -- speak with us about the opening of a new café called Neighbourly Coffee, located inside Picaroons Roundhouse. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers your questions about medications.

Trish Carter who runs Galla Designs in Wood Islands, PEI, shares her concerns after the ferry service between PEI and NS got a rocky start to the tourist season. Roger Augustine, an Indigenous leader in NB, comments on the AFN annual meeting in Halifax. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert, Silvia Jay, gives advice.

A farmer retires from the strawberry business after more than four decades in the field. On the phone-in: gardening advice with Niki Jabbour.

An expert in global health says polling done for the Nova Scotia government during the pandemic should be used to better address gaps in public health. Your thoughts on the carbon tax. On the phone-in: Your favourite unique, charming and under-the-radar places and experiences that the East Coast has to offer.

We hear more about the new grocery rebate. Researchers are studying biodiversity in New Brunswick. On the phone in: What do you think of the new carbon tax?

An Antigonish ER doctor expresses her concerns about ER closures, and letting people know about them. On the phone-in: Hiking in the maritimes with James Donald and Michael Haynes.

The ferry from Nova Scotia to P.E.I. is cancelled again because of a mechanical problem. A Wood Islands business owner and councilor in the Rural Municipality of Belfast reflects on what the ferry issue means for the community. On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers your questions.

The Mayor of the Town of Amherst, David Kogon, shares his reflections on the latest offer from the federal government -- $200 million dollars -- for flooding and erosion mitigation on the Chignecto Isthmus -- that's the land that connects NS & NB. And on the phone-in: Meteorologist Tina Simpkin explains summer weather patterns

We hear an update from a man in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, who's on a mission to lose hundreds of pounds, On The Phone In: automotive expert Doug Bethune

Jamie Gillies, a political scientist at St. Thomas University, reacts to the New Brunswick cabinet shuffle. Ren Thomas from Dalhousie's School of Planning discusses changing attitudes towards higher density housing. And on the phone-in we discuss Tiny Homes with Marcel Lebrun and Roger Gallant.

The family of Stephen Giffin, who was beaten by bouncers at a Halifax bar in 1999, discovered the 2010 legislation that would have required bouncer training was never adopted in NS. Kristen Kavoukian explains how The Anglophone East District Education Council in the Moncton region is implementing its own version of the Policy 713 - strengthening the original law and undoing the Higg's government's amendments. And on the phone-in, paint and stain expert Jim White answers your questions.

We hear about a new solar farm in Neqotkuk First Nation built in partnership with Indigenous students. A Cape Breton University student is hoping to bring better wi-fi to underserved rural areas. And on the phone-in, two librarians and our listeners share their top recommendations for great books to add to your reading list this summer.

Time is running out to locate the missing submersible, Titan. The CBC's Jessica Singer in St John's, NL, provides an update. We hear about people misbehaving at PEI's Lieutenant Governor's residence. And on the phone-in: Managing your woodlot. We speak with Anne MacKnight & Gary Schneider

PEI Member of Parliament, Lawrence MacAulay and Lori MacGregor with Island East Tourism Group comment on the ferry between NS & PEI being out for the next month. And on the phone-in: Carey Murphy & Diana Gabriele comment on the rise of sports gambling.

New Brunswick's CBC legislative reporter, Jacques Poitras, provides the details about a growing revolt against Premier Blaine Higgs. We hear your feedback on online gambling. And on the phone-in: Mi'kmaw linguist, Bernie Francis, explains the history of original place names in the Maritimes.

Rob Bird from Dartmouth tells us about his efforts to organize an inclusive birthday party for his son, Evan, who's turning 14 years-old in July. Evan has difficulty making friends and has never been to a party before. And on the phone-in: Energy efficiency expert, Barry Walker, answers your questions.

Dorothy Shephard, the PC MLA for Saint John-Lancaster, resigns from cabinet over the controversy surrounding changes to Policy 713 and other issues. We hear from the CFIA about moths in boxwood shrubs. And on the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour.

Citizens in Beaurivage, NB, travel to Fredericton to speak with politicians about the stench coming from the Coastal Shell Products plant. We speak with Maisie Rae McNaughton from the Kent Clean Air Action Committee. A 90 year-old man on PEI, Ewan Stewart, celebrates 1,162 blood donations since the 1950s. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele.

Tonya Wimmer, the executive director of the Marine Animal Response Society, speaks about two separate whale stranding events -- one on PEI and one in Cape Breton. We get an update on the problem of homelessness in Summerside, PEI. And on the phone-in Nathaniel Pearre from Dalhousie University on EVs.

The mayor of Charlottetown, Philip Brown and councillor Kevin Ramsay speak about the formation of a response team to prevent tent encampments from popping up this summer. We also speak with Chris Clay from the Native Council of PEI about the idea. And on the phone-in: We speak with Julie Pellissier-Lush & Robin Grant, the authors of "Amazing L'nu'k".

A Fort McMurray man who lost everything in the 2016 wildfires has advice for Maritimers trying to rebuild. The owners of a drive-in on PEI are asking people to please stop taking their cat home. And on the phone-in, Natalie MacLean talks about her new book Wine Witch on Fire and women and their relationship to alcohol.

High school students in NB react to the government's changes to Policy 713 which is meant to create safe spaces in schools for LGBTQ+ students. We hear from craft people on PEI about the upcoming tourist season. And on the phone-in: Carpenter and D-I-Y enthusiast, Denika Coakley.

New Brunswick's Minister of Education Bill Hogan today announced changes to Policy 713 which is meant to create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ students in schools. We speak with Gail Costello to get her feedback on these changes. She is co-chair of Pride in Education and is also a retired teacher. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert, Silvia Jay.

Dean Smith from the Black Youth Ice Hockey Program in Dartmouth and Chair of Diversity and Inclusion for Hockey Nova Scotia and the Black Youth Ice Hockey Program in Dartmouth won the Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award for Canada last night. He tells us what the award means and how he plans to honour it. We hear why some Nova Scotians want consumer fireworks banned, and on the phone-in - we discuss the importance of local news outlets and what they mean to a community.

Warren MacLeod, the CAO of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne, provides an update on the wildfire in the area and the process of informing home owners who've lost their homes. We hear your feedback on the loss of local newspapers and other local news sources. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist.

When the wildfire broke out in Tantallon, N.S., last Sunday, Capt. Kevin Corkum and his partner Conor Scott used a pickup truck to save a man with dementia who was trapped in a home. And for the phone-in, repair technician Aaron Publicover answers all your appliance-related questions.

Gardening expert Niki Jabbour drops by with tips that'll help lead to flowery success.

CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin talks about the high temperatures, winds and low humidity today which won't help with the region's wildfire situation. Patrick Craig speaks about being able to return to his home in Indigo Shores, NS, after being evacuated. And on the phone-in: Dr Sherry Hu and others speak about the signs of a stroke and how you can recover.

CBC meteorologist Ryan Snodden talks about the coming two days of hot weather and when we can expect rain, which will hopefully help with the wildfire situation. We get updates on the fires burning in Tantallon, NS and Shelburne County. A homeowner near St Andrews, NB get to go home. And on the phone-in: Youth activism on climate change.

Jean Barbour who's 79 years=old speaks with the CBC's Haley Ryan at the Canada Games Centre after she was forced to flee her home by the wildfire in the Tantallon area. We hear from people in St Andrews, NB, who also had to flee their homes due to fire. And on the phone-in: Our experts answer you questions about home insurance and wildfire proofing your home.

Today, Maritime Noon started at 11am and for two-hours, we provided live updates on the forest fires burning in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. One fire is in the Tantallon area of NS. The other is in SouthWest NS, in the Shelburne area. And in New Brunswick, there's a forest fire near St Andrews. Listeners also shared their stories of how they're coping.

Emily Lutz, the executive director of the Nova Scotia Fruit Growers' Association and Steve Ells, president of the Grape Growers Association of Nova Scotia, provide an update on the damage to fruit crops done by the cold snap in February. Daniel Pickering on PEI invents a business to pick up metal fragments on land left behind by Fiona. And on the phone-in: Cycling safety.

Jason Lynch of Grand Pré Wines Limited in the Annapolis Valley discusses the effect on the wine-making industry after some varieties of grapes were killed off by the cold snap in February. We hear your feedback on cycling safety. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle on wills and estate planning.

Criminologist Michael Boudreau from St Thomas University in Fredericton comments on a recent arrest in Cape Breton of a man who had a cache of weapons and police paraphernalia. Boudreau says better provincial rules need to crack down on this. A restaurant owner in Fredericton is upset after someone stole duck eggs from a nest a mallard duck had built on her patio. And on the phone-in: Jim White on painting and staining.

The Mayor of Fredericton, Kate Rogers, says she's not happy about proposed provincial legislation -- Bill 45. She says it would allow the Minister of Local Government to repeal municipal by-laws and could therefore erode democracy. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune.

Gabor Lukacs talks passenger rights amidst West Jet flight Cancellations this weekend and on the phone in: Get ready for a long weekend gardening party with Niki Jabbour.

The Halifax Declaration - for the eradication of racial discrimination for Canadians of African descent -was released last night. We speak with Sylvia Parris-Drummond, the CEO of the Delmore Buddy Daye Learning Institute, about what's in the document and the changes it will bring about. And on the phone-in: How can we better protect our oceans? The guests are Sara Iverson and Susanna Fuller.

Students from Riverview High School and parents in Woodstock, NB, share their views of the provincial government's review of policy 713. The policy is meant to provide a safe space at schools for students who are LGBTQ+. The kelp harvesting business expands in NS. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker on heat pumps.

The NS College of Nursing has received 189 applications from across Canada and more than 10,000 from abroad. Sue Smith says after bringing in a new program to license nurses in NS, the applications came flooding in. Brenda Thompson in SouthWest NS says her step-son's dislocated shoulder was snapped back into place by a pothole. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair with Aaron Publicover.

The CBC's Paul Withers provides a detailed report on what has happened over the last month since the federal minister of Fisheries and Oceans shut down the elver -- or baby eel -- fishery. Scott Tingley from the NS Department of Natural Resources updates us on the fire burning in Shelburne County. And on the phone-in: Hiking trail tips with Michael Haynes & James Donald.

Bill Hogan, New Brunswick's Minister of Education, explains to reporters why there will be a review of Policy 7-13 which is aimed at providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ students. Gail Costello, the co-chair of Pride in Education, questions why the minister would need to do a review since it was written by education experts. And on the phone-in: Women in politics with guests Meredith Ralston and Mary Clancy.

Linda Boudrea and Maggie & Kelsey Lavine share their pain on the 2nd anniversary of the disappearance of 14 year-old Madison Roy-Boudreau who went missing in Bathurst, NB. We hear your feedback on attracting more women to politics. And on the phone-in: What does running do for you? Our guests are Jarvis Googoo in NS and Maureen Peters on PEI.

Scott Tingley, a provincial spokesperson with the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources, provides an update on the wildfire burning in SouthWest NS. Hassett resident, Wanda Mullen, shares her experiences today with the fire situation. Some people on PEI are concerned about the threat of fire. And on the phone-in: Lesley Anderson on genealogy.

Tony Walker with the School for Resource and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University tells us about the latest research into the vast amounts of ghost gear from the fishery found in waters off SouthWest NS. The CBC's Nancy Russell finds out about the new things you can borrow from the library in Charlottetown. And on the phone-in: Artificial intelligence.

Jean Lanteigne, the general manager of the Regional Federation of Professional Fishermen on the Acadian Peninsula of NB tells us about two fishermen who were killed at the beginning of the lobster season. Some beaches in Prince Edward Island National Park are still closed following Fiona last Fall. And on the phone-in: George Iny from the Automobile Protection Association provides advice on new and used vehicles.

The CBC's Tony Davis provides a full report on a new men's shelter that's set to open in Summerside. It will have six beds and stay open 24/7. We hear your feedback on ECMAs. And on the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, provides advice to keep your garden growing.

In the wake of Fiona, many trees and power lines went down on PEI. The CBC's Kerry Campbell reports on the need for power line maintenance even before the storm hit The information is contained in documents filed by Maritime Electric. And on the phone-in: Dr Karyn Steele answers veterinary questions

On the 35th anniversary of ECMAs we're joined by 3 musicians Delvina Bernard, Rachel Beck and Caroline Savoie to ask "How can we better support artists?"

Biology professor Ricardo Scrosati from St FX University explains his theory about what caused a massive die-off of mussels and Irish moss on the South Shore of NS. A woman in Halifax creates an art exhibit after a lung cancer diagnosis. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers your questions.

Yvon Lapierre, the mayor of the City of Dieppe, NB, discusses a proposed new by-law that would lay out rules for cutting down trees on private land. The move comes after complaints about too much cutting during development projects. And on the phone-in: Paint and stain expert, Jim White, answers your questions.

Susan & Darren Cousins got to know South African-born sailor, Kirsten Neuschafer, well when she fixed up her boat last year on PEI. She just won the Golden Globe Race, a non-stop sailing race around the world. We speak with Susan on PEI and Darren in France. We hear your feedback on wind turbines. And on the phone-in: Tick talk with Vett Lloyd.

Pieter Valkenburg is a Dutch-born Canadian who lives on PEI tells us about a project he's involved with to find photos of Canadian WW II veterans who are buried in graves in the Netherlands. The photos are displayed at gravesites. And on the phone-in: We hear your comments on the future of wind energy.

Fredericton police chief Martin Gaudet speaks about a proposed new bylaw to help control big student parties. And we also hear from Kordell Walsh, president of UNB's student union. And on the phone-in: Todd Boland answers questions about shrubs and vines.

Combating micro plastics, Changes in PEI jails for those with addiction and On the Phone in: today we're asking - how do we respond to the epidemic of gender-based violence?

The CBC's Shaina Luck provides a report about research into complaints against the police in NS and other parts of the Maritimes. It's proving to be a challenge to get access to information about police complaints. The CBC's Nancy Russell tells us about wharf damage from Fiona on PEI as the lobster season gets set to start. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune.

Sharon Batt from Dalhousie University speaks with us about some upcoming public meetings about the hopes for a national pharmacare program. We hear about an expensive electric wheelchair in Saint John, NB, that was stolen then recovered. And on the phone-in: Gardening advice from Niki Jabbour.

Geoffrey Downey, a spokesperson for the NB Emergency Measures Organization, comments on the flooding situation on the Saint John River. Quispamsis councillor, Noah Donovan, tells us about the new bylaw surrounding beekeeping in the town after people raise a stink over bee poop. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker on heat pumps.

About 155,000 federal government workers affiliated with the PSAC union go on strike. The CBC's Brett Ruskin and the CBC's Laura Chapin in Charlottetown report from the picket line. We hear your feedback on birds and "right to repair". And on the phone-in: Paul Arnold answers your questions on composting

Pierre Comeau in Digby County, NS, says many people are calling a plan to save Eglise Sainte Marie in Church Point, as a "miracle".An anonymous donor is offering $10 million dollars. We hear comments during Question Period about the closure of the elver fishery. And on the phone-in: Diane Leblanc answers your questions about birding.

Someone or a group of people in Gloucester County, NB, won $64 million dollars in the Gold Ball 6/49 draw over the weekend. We spoke with Molly Cormier at Atlantic Lottery. Adam MacKanzie the president and CEO of the UPEI Student Union speaks with us about the end of the strike by faculty. And on the phone-in: The Right to Repair.

Twice a week in Charlottetown, Mi'kmaq Elder Junior Peter Paul holds language classes. We hear from him and some participants. Two women firefighters in NB talk about challenges on the job. And on the phone-in: Income tax advice from Jennifer Dunn at BDO Canada in Charlottetown.

41 year-old Derrick Bona lives in Eastern Passage, NS, and he's a chef so food is a big part of his life. But in January when he topped the scales at about 600 lbs or 272 kilos, he decided it was time to address his weight problem. Seaside Books in Summerside, PEI, is closing. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert Silvia Jay

Tony Walker, as associate professor at the School for Resource and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University, tells us about his latest air pollution study that sheds light on the air pollution that came from the pulp mill in Pictou when it was operating. We attempted to reach Judith Cabrita at the Halifax Public Gardens but there was a technical issue. And on the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft.

Rothesay, NB, has the oldest historic railway station of its kind. It's 165 years-old, Michael Wennberg explains why he hopes the town will purchase it to make sure it's preserved. The CBC's Nancy Russell investigates a new organic treatment for late potato blight on PEI. And on the phone-in: Repair technician Aaron Publicover answers your appliance questions.

Matty Lisowski is a mountain rescue expert and he's with Ski Cape Smokey. He tells us about the rescue of two women who were snowshoeing in Cape Breton on Sunday. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune.

Janet Balignasay, the Student Services Coordinator with Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education, describes the supports that have been put in place as the MCC prepares to issue its final report in NS. We hear listener feedback on violence in schools. And on the phone-in: Long COVID. Our guests are Sarah Ecker in NB and Dr. Grace Lam.

We hear why one Nova Scotia nurse left her full-time job to be a travel nurse. On the phone-in: Our appliance repair expert Aaron Publicover answers your questions.

A researcher at Dalhousie University tells us about her new report into working conditions in NB for temporary foreign workers. Sky the cow in Stewiacke, NS, is caught after being on the loose. And on the phone-in: Food as medicine.

CBC's afternoon meteorologist Ryan Snodden provides all the details about the upcoming snow storm that's going to hit the whole region. We talk with Wasted Day Brewing in Saint John, NB, about the "Funky Frog Green" on the exterior of the building. And on the phone-in: Small modular nuclear reactors with guests Susan O'Donnell and Warren Mabee.

Steve Ells, who's the president of the Grape Growers Association of NS, discusses the $15 million dollars in provincial assistance that was announced today from the NS Dept of Agriculture for fruit farmers affected by the cold snap in February. And on the phone-in: How are you coping with the high price of groceries?

After a diagnosis of early onset Alzheimers, 73 year-old Ivan Cromwell in Weymouth, NS, decided to take up quilt-making. In just a few months, he has made six! We also speak with his daughter, Carmelita Johnson, who says quilt-making is good for his health. And on the phone-in, Ryan Lutes from the NSTU and Stacey Rudderham from NS Parents for Public Education discuss violence in schools.

Tina Simpkin, our meteorologist, explains the messy mix of weather conditions that are expected, including freezing rain. Wayne Carew, chair of the host society with the Canada Games on PEI, talks about the upcoming two weeks of competition. We hear your feedback on farmland. And on the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White.

Kim Masland who's Nova Scotia's minister of Public Works provides the details about the new Road Trails Act which affects off-highway vehicles. Lieutenant John Burton describes the jump in the demand for services because of the rise in the cost of living for many families. And on the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie talks about his book "Healthy Logic: Evidence-based healthy aging"

The CBC's Brett Ruskin talks with Michael Metzger at Dalhousie University about the latest research into rechargeable batteries. Acadian, Viola Léger in NB, passed away at the age of 92 over the weekend. She is most famous for portraying La Sagouine, a character in a play by Antonine Maillet. And on the phone-in: Lesley Anderson takes your questions on researching your family tree.

Steve Ells, president of the Grape Growers Association of NS, and maple syrup producer, Jason Haverkort in Antigonish County, explain the negative effects of the recent cold snap and the lingering impacts of Fiona. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr. Jeff Goodall.

Katie Schleit of Oceans North speaks with us about the US decision to have a small commercial mackerel fishery this year despite dropping stocks. We also hear from Martin Mallet at the Maritime Fishermen's Union. There's an upcoming exhibit about the Lobster Shanty in Montague, PEI. And on the phone-in: Urban planner, Tristan Cleveland, talks about walkable communities.

Canadian premiers meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today to talk about healthcare funding. Meanwhile, closer to home here in the Maritimes, Health officials were at a public meeting in Middleton Nova Scotia yesterday to discuss the future of the emergency department at Soldiers Memorial Hospital. We hear how the Fredericton Toboggan Club did at the U.S. National Toboggan Championships. On the phone-in: Discussing biomass with author Jamie Simpson and Moe Qureshi from CCNB.

The Mayor of Summerside, Dan Kutcher, tells us about the re-opening of the Community Fridge after a fire closed it in February. The CBC's Paul Withers gets an update on the Atlantic Loop. And on the phone-in, Nathaniel Pearre answers questions on electric vehicles.

PEI didn't have enough athletes to form its own wheelchair basketball team for the Canada Games so a couple of athletes from the Island have joined Team NB. And the coach of the NB team is also from Charlottetown. We hear your feedback on cold water swimming/ice-water dipping. And on the phone-in, we speak with Leigh Sarty and Varvara Pakhomenko about the war in Ukraine. It has been one year since Russia invaded.

The CBC's Shane Fowler brings us all the details about Katherine Langlais who's from Glenwood in Restigouche County, NB. She's the first woman to win the Can-AM Crown-250 dog sled race in Maine. Students at UPEI are disappointed they can't move in right away to the new residence building. And on the phone-in: Public vs private health care. Our guests are Mary Jane Hampton and Ken McGeorge.

Michael Kabalen, the executive director of the Affordable Housing Association of NS, comments on whether last night's decision by Halifax Regional council to regulate short-term rentals on Sept 1 will improve peoples' access to affordable units. The CBC's Nancy Russell tells us about a hockey phenom playing at the Canada Games on PEI. And on the phone-in: Generational attitudes toward work.

St Bernard Church located near St Mary's Bay in SouthWest Nova Scotia is now for sale for $250.000. Jean Le Blanc, the president of the Heritage Society of St. Bernard, tells us about his hope that the church becomes apartments. And on the phone-in: What has your experience been with virtual health care?

Acadian singer, Marc LeBlanc, aka Marc à Paul à Jos, and snow sculptor, Jean-Pascal Brideau, tell us about a giant purple snow sculpture of an elephant in Neguac. It all started with Marc's song, "L'Elephant de Neguac" that was released in December. We hear about the Black Women's History Project on PEI. And on the phone-in: Decluttering your home. And we also hear about rising camping costs in NB.

The Nova Scotia film industry is expecting another busy year. We hear from hair stylist Mallory Glenn and Screen Nova Scotia's executive director, Laura Mackenzie. We hear about the Band For Life program on P.E.I. that connects school students with mature musicians. On the phone-in: physiotherapist Laura Lundquist answers your questions.

Power issues on PEI, Biomass Feedback and on the phone in: AI and the future

Today's full hour of Maritime Noon is devoted to our gardening expert, Niki Jabbour. She answers all your questions for the upcoming gardening season.

The three commissioners from the Mass Casualty Commission unveiled their final report in Truro, NS today. We carried their remarks live, including a moment of silence to remember the 22 victims from the mass casualty event nearly three years ago in NS. The CBC's Blair Rhodes also spoke with us to re-cap some of the main findings on policing and intimate partner violence

The CBC's Nancy Russell reports on two affordable housing projects -- one in Charlottetown and the other in Summerside, PEI. We hear your feedback on the high price of groceries. And on the phone-in: Do you prefer "real" media such as vinyl albums or movies on DVD or do you use streaming services?

Elizabeth Zwamborn, a PhD candidate at Dalhousie University, tells us about her research into an orca in waters off Iceland that adopted, or perhaps abducted,a newborn pilot whale calf. International students at UPEI use their winter break to volunteer at the Canada Games. And on the phone-in: Cold water swimming or ice-water dunking. Our guest is Dr Mark Harper.

Sabine Dietz, the executive director of CLIMatlantic, explains a new online toolkit property owners can use to help guard against flooding and coastal erosion caused by climate change. And on the phone-in: Barry Walker from Efficiency NS answers your questions on heat pumps.

We speak with Lynnette Barnes in Green Bay, NS and wildlife photographer, Jason Dain, about the sighting of a rare bird. The Gray-crowned rosy finch was spotted in Green Bay on Lynnette's property and people are flocking to see it. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune.

Elizabeth Zwamborn, a PhD candidate at Dalhousie University in Halifax, tells us about her research into an orca in the waters off Iceland that adopted — or perhaps abducted — a newborn pilot whale calf.

Professor Patricia Lakin-Thomas studies "chronobiology" at York University in Toronto. She explains the latest research on the effects of the time change on people and their circadian rhythms. The City of Charlottetown, PEI, has a new flood protection program. And on the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White.

We hear about concerns cropping up around the government's use of privacy legislation and access to healthcare information in the wake of recent deaths in Maritime emergency rooms. We join the Ukrainian community on PEI who celebrated the New Year this past weekend - and no, it wasn't delayed, they celebrated the holiday according to the Julian calendar which is about 2 weeks behind the Gregorian calendar we use. And Jim White joins us to answer all your questions on painting, staining and priming.

The CBC's Nancy Russell tells us about all the highlights from the past two weeks of the Canada Games on PEI. The Games wrap up on Sunday night. Ray O'Donnell in Hampton, NB, tells the CBC's Julia Wright about a deer that "broke into" his house. And on the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert Silvia Jay answers your questions

We hear the details about a fire that happened over the weekend from Johlene Clow who's the coordinator of the Summerside Community Fridge. The fire comes after some controversy last week about people taking food and re-selling it. And Barry Walker takes your questions about heat pumps.

Nova Scotia announces a slate of changes to improve emergency departments, including more nurse practitioners and patient advocates added to ERs - we hear from Health Minister Michelle Thompson and CEO of NS Health Karen Oldfield. We also hear from a woman in Campbellton, New Brunswick, whose husband was sent home from the ER with symptoms of a stroke. And on the phone-in veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers your questions about your pet's health.

About 20 to 30 per cent of all people diagnosed with lung cancer never smoked. Dr. Robin Urquhart explains new research into the link between radon, arsenic and air pollution as risk factors for lung cancer. We hear your feedback on the joy of singing. And on the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist.

Patrick Brannon, who's a senior researcher at the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council, discusses Halifax and Moncton ranking first in economic growth in Canada in recent Stats Can numbers. We hear about a regional poetry project. And on the phone-in: Is gentrification inevitable?

The executive director of the New Brunswick chapter of Canadian Parents for French comments on the government's plans to phase out French immersion programs and the consultation sessions that start tonight in Bathurst. And on the phone-in: Dr. Lisa Barrett answers your questions about the new XBB.1.5 COVID variant which has been called "the most transmissible virus to date," as well as masking, vaccines and boosters.

Green Party MLA, Kevin Arseneau, raises the question again about whether the name of Université de Moncton should be changed. Then we speak with Maurice Basque from the university. This debate has cropped up before but seems to be gaining steam again. And on the phone-in: Appliance repair with Aaron Publicover.

Pearse Flinn and Kathy Fox from the Transportation Safety Board remark on factors that contributed to the sinking of the Chief William Saulis scallop fishing vessel in Dec, 2020. We hear about a huge pile of waste wood in Cape Breton following cleanup after Fiona. And on the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle provides advice on wills and estate planning.

Ross Jefferson, the president and CEO of Discover Halifax comments on WestJet's announcement to cancel direct flights this summer between Halifax and some European cities. We hear from the Early Childhood Development Association on PEI about high costs including food. And on the phone-in: The impact of high interest rates & inflation.

The CBC's Kerry Campbell reports on the latest information about PEI's plans for the regulation of shoreline development. And on the phone-in, we speak with Dr Tim Naimi about the new guidelines on drinking. We hear your thoughts on the new guidelines.

Author, Ami McKay, recounts the story behind an antique paper press that she discovered at a market in New Minas. The paper press originally belonged to the I'm Alone Shipping Company.. The story behind it involves rum-running and mobsters in the 1920s. And on the phone-in: How is the retail landscape changing? Our guests are Lisa Drader-Murphy and Jim Cormier.

We hear an update about Angel the horse on the Eastern Shore of NS. There had been a complaint that Angel's barn was not set back far enough from the water. But a local community council decided that Angel poses no risk and the mare can stay. We hear about a disability cookbook on PEI for people with intellectual disabilities. And on the phone-in: The changing role of libraries.

Two members of the Rising Tide Quartet, based in Saint John, NB, tell us about their many performances today, delivering singing Valentines. L.J. Whittington in Moncton describes what it's like being in the dating scene after a brain injury 13 years ago. And on the phone-in: Maryanne Fisher and Jeaneva Dickie provide advice about online dating.

The CBC's Jacques Poitras in Fredericton brings us the story of a company in Maine that has increased the amount of biosolids it is shipping across the border from Maine into NB. We hear your feedback on the health care system and private clinics. And on the phone-in: We're joined by Devin Fox from the Halifax Folklore Centre, discussing cherished old musical instruments..

The World Pond Hockey Championship gets underway in Plaster Rock, NB, today. We speak with the founder and director, Danny Braun, who says the event is going strong. Sobia Ali-Faisal tells us about an exhibit on PEI about BIPOC athletes. And on the phone-in: What can be done about vanishing farmland in the Maritimes?

Today, Maritime Noon devotes the hour for a phone-in to hear peoples' comments on the final report of the Mass Casualty Commission. Our guests are lawyer Michael Scott, CBC journalist Angela MacIvor and Bruce Pitt-Payne, a retired RCMP sergeant. He was aksi an RCMP Special Crimes Investigator.

Some information is finally coming out surrounding a controversial forensic audit in the City of Charlottetown. We hear your feedback on abandoned cemeteries in the Maritimes. And on the phone-in: George Iny from the Automobile Protection Association takes your questions.

CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin provides all the details about today's messy weather and the possibility of freezing rain and flooding over the weekend. A new federal program prevents some newcomers from buying a home. We hear how this is playing out on PEI. And on the phone-in: Silvia Jay provides advice on dog behaviour. And on PEI, we hear about a program to combat senior's isolation.

Barry MacKenzie, the curator of the Antigonish Heritage Museum, explains the details of a successful Lego contest this week where mostly young people re-created local historical buildings with Lego. We hear your feedback on migraines. And on the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune.

The Warden of the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth, John Cunningham, tells us there has been an increase in illegal dumping in his region so the municipality will begin laying heavy fines, starting April 1. A retired teacher in NB speaks at a public meeting in Saint John, voicing her concerns about looming changes to French immersion. And on the phone-in: Dan Monk takes your home renovation questions.

Sandra Mullen, the president of the NSGEU, has a number of things to say about a new program named "Alberta is Calling". It's meant to attract workers from the Maritimes. But Mullen says the lure of the West is not what it once was. Clothing items left over after the Canada Games are donated to the Native Council of PEI. And on the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele.

The CBC's Paul Withers explains a new study by Marine Applied Research in Dartmouth that examined whether lobsters can adapt to warmer water. We hear your Talkback calls on shopping habits. And on the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn from BDO Canada in Charlottetown answers your income tax questions.

A researcher at UPEI tells us about his work which involves exploring peoples' attitudes toward singing. The Annapolis Valley Honour Choir sings at Carnegie Hall in NYC. And on the phone-in: We further explore the transformative power of singing. Our guests are Tim Cross and Kelsea McLean.

We speak with Tim Hayman, the president of Transport Action Atlantic. He talks about his testimony to a House of Commons Committee today as well as his own VIA Rail problems in December. We hear about the lack of ice in the Gulf of St Lawrence this winter. And on the phone-in: How do you decide which charities to support?

explains how her father's cow, named Sky, escaped earlier in February and has been on the loose in Stewiacke, NS, ever since. The cow has been spotted many times but so far, has evaded capture. We hear your feedback on our phone-in late last week on the war in Ukraine. And on the phone-in: Photographer and amateur historian, Steve Skafte, tells us about his new book, "The Dead Die Twice".

A group of 15 people planning to travel to Cuba on Sunwing flight, has trip cancelled. And on the Phone In: Heat and energy efficiency expert Barry Walker

New Brunswick has suspended the operating licenses for two special care homes. We hear from Cynthia St-Coeur, who works at Village Neguac, where her grandfather and grand-uncle reside. Tonya Wimmer, with the Marine Animal Response Society, shares what to watch for during seal pup season. And on the phone-in: our house plant expert, Audrey Flanders.

CBC meteorologist, Tina Simpkin, has all the details about today's winter storm which is expected to hit the region with snow, rain and wind. Months after Hurricane Fiona, some people on PEI are still trying to straighten trees that got bent over by the storm. We hear your feedback on Daylight Saving Time. And on the phone-in: Hiking trails of the Maritimes.

The CBC's Wayne Thibodeau reports on today's deadline to have tents removed from a homeless encampment near Charlottetown's waterfront. City Council in Fredericton votes to rezone land in the city's industrial park for a proposed new jail and some citizens are upset. And on the phone-in: Estate lawyer Jessica Lyle.

This weekend's deep freeze caused problems for some homeowners. We speak about burst pipes with Bernie Dunlap, the president of System Care, Cleaning and Restoration. On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers your seed and gardening questions.

Sue Smith the CEO and Registrar of the NS College of Nursing explains the streamlined licensing process for attracting nurses from elsewhere in Canada and 7 countries around the world. We hear your feedback on hiking in the Maritimes. And on the phone-in: Migraines.