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Two documentaries on educational programming recently hit streaming services. Communications Specialist Greg David reminisces on “Mr. Dressup” and “Reading Rainbow.” From the June 7, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Alex Smyth wraps up his coverage of the Accessibility Awards with one last conversation around legislation. He shares interviews with Kate Chung from the Accessible Housing Network and human rights lawyer Lorin Macdonald. From the June 7, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Women's Shelters Canada is calling on phone companies to adjust how they respond to people escaping domestic violence. What actions should phone companies be taking? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta contemplate this question. From the June 7, 2024, episode.Door AMI

The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians released a heavily redacted document this week. Alleging some parliamentarians have actively helped foreign governments meddle in Canadian politics. How concerned are you by the findings? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta share their opinions. From the June 7,…

The Federal NDP put forward a motion this week about a price cap on certain grocery staples. How do you feel about a grocery code of conduct? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta weigh in with their thoughts. From the June 7, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: popularity of the private health care sector is growing. But why are Canadians making the switch? Dawn Dickinson explains in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. AI might make an appearance at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Marc Aflalo gives a preview of what fans could expect. Plus, Julie Grant recently won an…

Today is the 80th anniversary of D-Day. To commemorate the day, Michael McNeely shares a classic film review of Steven Spielberg’s “Saving Private Ryan.” From the June 6, 2024, episode.Door AMI

AI might be making an appearance at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. What can Apple fans expect? Marc Aflalo chats all about it! From the June 6, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Julie Grant recently won an Accessibility Award for building a website to promote inclusive playgrounds. Alex Smyth shares his interview with her from the Abilities Centre in Whitby, Ontario. He also shares interviews with disability advocate Trevor Noah and author Talina Papazian. From the June 6, 2024, episode.…

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is making its way across Canada. Comedian Niek Theelen gives you a sneak peek! From the June 6, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Popularity of the private health care sector is growing. But why are Canadians making the switch? Dawn Dickinson explores this subject in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. From the June 6, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: StatCan released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. Canada’s wildfire season has hit hard in B.C. Arno Kopecky updates you on the situation. Plus, what is the best process to creating a budget? Ryan Chin offers t…

Canada’s wildfire season has hit hard in British Columbia. Arno Kopecky gives an update on the current situation. From the June 5, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Blind Beginnings is hosting a “Creating Confidence” Workshop in B.C. Community reporter Amy Amantea tells you all about it. She also gives you details about Braille Mountain Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring blind and partially sighted individuals to engage in backcountry mountain sports. From the June 5, 2024, episode.…

What is the best process to creating a budget? Ryan Chin offers tips on tracking expenses and saving money. From the June 5, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Statistics Canada released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. From the June 5, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: the Accessible Canada-Accessible World Conference took place last week. Denis Boudreau recaps his biggest takeaways. Para judoka Priscilla Gagné is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Paralympics! Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview with her. Plus, Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another editio…

Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! From the June 4, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Para Judo combatant Priscilla Gagné is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, France! Alex Smyth shares an exclusive interview with her on the Road to the Paralympics. From the June 4, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder is growing. What are some ways to better manage the effects of the disorder? Shane Baker offers his insight. From the June 4, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec have been particularly bad for bugs this year. Lawrence Gunther gets into the weeds. From the June 4, 2024, episode.Door AMI

The Accessible Canada Accessible World Conference took place last week in Montreal. Denis Boudreau recaps his biggest takeaways. From the June 4, 2024, episode.Door AMI

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: there is a strike looming at the Canada Border Services Agency. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press shares the latest news. The European Space Agency is researching what it would take to send an astronaut with a disability into space. Marco Pasqua explores this topic! Plus, there is a new pair of AI glasses on th…

A few new AMI podcasts recently dropped. AMI’s Podcast Coordinator Ryan Delehanty shares a preview of “Shaun of the Shed” and “Low Vision Moments.” From the June 3, 2024, episode.Door AMI