Best Arms Championship Podcasts (2024)

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Cordano Russell - Born in London and the first Canadian to make a final in Olympic skateboarding 10:03

7h ago10:03

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Cordano Russell was born in London, Ont., but quickly moved to St. Louis where a skateboard was literally dropped into his life at the age of 4. he found it in a bush and is now one of the top skateboarders on the planet and just back from making the street final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Cordano sat down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to relive som…

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Public washrooms can be hard to find - and that's not the way it should be 11:07

5h ago11:07

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Shawna Lewkowitz is a PhD candidate in Georgraphy and the Environment at Western University and has been researching public washrooms around the world. Shawna joined Mike Stubbs to talk about her research and some of the areas where we are failing the public when it comes to providing available and accessible public washrooms.…

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Recapping the Olympics from as many angles as possible 8:48

13m ago8:48

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The 2024 Paris Olympics ended with Canada's largest medal total in a non-boycott games. Dr. Laura Misener from Western University sat down with Mike Stubbs to take a look at a number of storylines that took place.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Is it time to reconfigure Hamilton Road in London? 8:26

5d ago8:26

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Ward 1 Councillor Hadleigh McAlister is going to present a motion to the Civic Works committee that asks to look at making major changes to Hamilton Road in London. 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with Councillor McAlister about what those changes could include.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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An update on the Legionnaires disease outbreak with Dr. Joanne Kearon 9:08

5d ago9:08

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The outbreak in cases of Legionnaires disease has slowed in London. 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs gets an update from Dr. Joanne Kearon, the acting medical officer of health at the Middlesex-London Health Unit.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Talking about the new London Majors documentary,,"Majors League" 11:49

7d ago11:49

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Executive producer Kelly Gowanlock and director Mark Drewe followed the London Majors from the start to the finish of their 2023 season and created the documentary, "Majors League" to tell the team's story and go behind the scenes with players a personnel. Mark and Kelly talked with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about creating the documentary and where an…

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Head coach Greg Willson on the London Jr. Mustangs U18 AAA championship season 7:21

11d ago7:21

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By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Talking arm-wrestling with Tillsonburg's Mike Mendy 5:20

13d ago5:20

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Mike Mendy of Tillsonburg is one of the top arm-wrestler's in the country. Mendy came second in his weight class at the most recent Canadian championships. He took some time to speak with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about the sport and his career to this point.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Moshe Lander talks 'Economics of London Tourism" with Mike Stubbs 10:19

15d ago10:19

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A new report from the Conference Board of Canada indicates that tourism spending has risen by 11 per cent in London. Moshe Lander is an economist and lecturer at Concordia University and joined Mike Stubbs to weigh in on the numbers.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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From being bullied to becoming an 8-time world champion arm-wrestler : Sarah Backman tells her story 10:06

14d ago10:06

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Sarah Backman is from Sweden and is an 8-time world champion in arm wrestling. She joined 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about how arm wrestling truly changed her life when she was very young and she is now looking to bring Pull After School to schools in Canada and the United States to try to help other young people. ***Sarah will be at Railway Ci…

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What kind of impact will mortgage renewals have on real estate in the London area? 7:36

1M ago7:36

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The city of Toronto is reportedly seeing more houses coming onto the real estate market as homeowners deal with the aftermath of mortgage renewals at higher rates. Will London see something similar? Will people potentially moving from Toronto come as far as London? 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with past chair of the London-St. Thomas Association of…

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Thoughts from a London landlord on London Live 13:06

1M ago13:06

13:06

Darren Keenan is a landlord in the London area and makes no attempt to hide the fact that he does what he does to earn a profit. He sat down and spoke with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about high rents, renovictions and more.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Instead of going to the Emergency Room - what about Virtual Urgent Care in Ontario? 9:34

1M ago9:34

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Virtual Urgent Care is changing demands on Emergency Rooms in Ontario. 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs sat down with Dr. Rod Lim - the Section Head of the Paediatric Emergency Department at the Children's Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre to talk about the current state of the Emergency department at Children's Hospital and what is now available any…

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Londoner and 3-time Olympian Miranda Ayim gets us set for the 2024 Paris Summer Games 15:26

1M ago15:26

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Miranda Ayim joined Nathan Hirayama as co-flag bearers for Canada at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. After three Olympic Games appearances in basketball, countless international competitions and a fantastic professional career Miranda is getting set to take in the Paris Games as a viewer. She sat down to talk with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about ho…

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Recapping a Mars experiment with Captain Adam Sirek 9:19

1M ago9:19

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"Can humans live on Mars?" is a popular question. Before we even get to that stage there are a few simpler questions to answer. Can a group of humans tolerate each other in close quarters over an entire year? An experiment like that wrapped up in Houston, TX, and 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with Captain Adam Sirek of Western University about what …

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Fewer and fewer people in Ontario have a family doctor. What can we do about it? 10:39

1M ago10:39

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The latest figures from the Ontario College of Family Physicians indicate that there are now 2.5 million people in the province who don't have a family doctor. The college says that's an increase of more than 160,000 people since the last count was released early in 2024. Why does this appear to be going in the wrong direction and what can be done …

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The price of milk is rising again - but here's why and also how the formula works that creates that price 14:07

2M ago14:07

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The price of milk is determined in a very unique way in Canada. It continues to rise and 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to find out what determines the price and what would happen if that ever changed.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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FNP 248 : Eric Grauffel Wins Again (Replay) 55:41

1M ago55:41

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Eric Grauffel just won the USPSA Carry Optics Nationals and is also a 9 time World Champion. There is no one like him in shooting sports. He has dominated practical shooting for over 20 years. What makes him so special? Why does someone consistently win? Is Eric ever going to lose? I was able to talk with Eric at his new training academy and range …

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Nearing a potential LCBO strike - thoughts from Retail Analyst Bruce Winder 8:15

2M ago8:15

8:15

A strike date of July 5 has been set by LCBO workers and the date is getting closer. Retail analyst Bruce Winder joined Mike Stubbs to discuss what might happen and what impacts consumers would or would not feel should a strike take place.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Barry Boughner talks about the careers of Alf White and Frank Colman as they are honoured on Canada Day 10:05

2M ago10:05

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The careers of two of the best baseball players ever to step foot on the field at Labatt Memorial Park will be honoured on Canada Day. Alf White and Frank Colman starred in the sport of baseball for many years and former London Major and chair of the Majors Alumni, Barry Boughner, joined Mike Stubbs to talk about both men and the ceremony on July 1…

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Can a Mayor's working group bring down the current budget increase and the increases to come? 8:51

2M ago8:51

8:51

Former London Mayor Matt Brown sits down with Mike Stubbs and outlines just how difficult it is to bring down municipal budget increases. Brown talks about how a process like this is often like "working backwards."By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Acting president and CEO, David Musaj addresses the budget deficit at LHSC 11:30

2M ago11:30

11:30

London Health Sciences Centre is dealing with a budget deficit of $78.1 million dollars. What does that mean for services and front line workers as they move to bring it down? Mike Stubbs sat down with acting president and CEO of LHSC, David Musaj, to discuss those issues and more.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Is it worth it to cut things like Neighbourhood Decision Making to try to bring down London's property tax increase? 11:22

2M ago11:22

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A Mayor's Working Group is going to begin to examine ways to make cuts to the city budget beginning on June 26. One of the items that has been mentioned on the possible cut list is "Neighbourhood Decision Making". 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs talks with former councillor and current CEO of Pillar Non-profit, Maureen Cassidy about whether a cut like that …

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London Hydro CEO Vinay Sharma on what London has to do to make sure we can handle future heat waves 8:12

2M ago8:12

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As electricity becomes the power source of choice for more and more things the draw on our current system will continue to grow. London Hydro CEO Vinay Sharma sat down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about how to make sure we stay on the right side of the challenge.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Nelson Alexander talks about how a bike helmet saved his life 5:44

2M ago5:44

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London's Nelson Alexander was riding a bike as he trained for an Ironman triathlon when he was hit by a car and thrown over his handlebars to the pavement. His cracked and smashed bike helmet tells the story of the job it did in absorbing some of the impact and while Nelson was left with significant injuries - he has now recovered and is back train…

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Robert Cribb on lead levels in water at Ontario schools and daycares 9:16

2M ago9:16

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Robert Cribb is an investigative reporter at the Toronto Star and the founder and director of the Investigative Journalism Bureau at the University of Toronto. Rob joined 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about findings concerning lead levels in the water at schools and daycares in the province and the lack of concern that appears to exist about the i…

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Moshe Lander - in studio - on June 18, 2024 22:34

2M ago22:34

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Economist and lecturer at Concordia University, Moshe Lander, joined Mike Stubbs in the 980 CFPL studios on June 18, 2024 to talk about the economics of the LCBO in Ontario and more.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Dr. Lorraine Godden answers the question: How early is too early to teach kids about careers? 8:46

2M ago8:46

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Dr. Lorraine Godden is an educator and researcher and co-author of the report by CERIC titled Exploring Possibilities! Journeying Through Career-Related Learning in Grades 4–6. Dr. Godden joined 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about that report.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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London Fire Captain Derrick Martin on 39 first responders being honoured for their roles in a rescue operation in London 8:00

2M ago8:00

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On Dec. 11, 2020 a partial building collapse occurred at 555 Teeple Terrace in London. It tragically claimed the lives of Henry Harder and John Martens but a rescue effort saved the lives of other construction workers on site. On June 17, 2024 a total of 39 first responders from London were honoured at a ceremony in Toronto. 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs …

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Meet London's own "Beer Knight" - Jennifer Tamse 8:51

2M ago8:51

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Londoner Jennifer Tamse has been named an Honorary Beer Knight by the Confederation of Belgium Brewers. Jennifer is one of just a few Canadians to receive the honour and sat down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk beer and other stories.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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What you need to know about the co-ownership of a home 10:49

2M ago10:49

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With the cost of buying a home being out of reach for so many people, co-ownership has become a viable option. But what should you know so that you have all of your bases covered? 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs speaks with Mariya Berenbaum of MB Law (mblawpc.ca) to get tips on how to ensure someone entering into co-ownership doesn't wind up being surprised…

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Remembering Captain Charles "Chas" McLeod who landed at Normandy on June 6, 1944 12:14

2M ago12:14

12:14

Captain Charles McLeod was a part of the D-Day invasion. His daughter Sandy Mansfield and her husband Dan Mansfield spoke with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about Captain McLeod and the invasion 80 years ago.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Runaway dress, London woman hopes for wedding day miracle 8:34

3M ago8:34

8:34

A London woman's wedding dress has gone missing two days before her wedding day. Lorena Perriera says her dress got lost in transit between London and Toronto while she travelled to the airport. Now she's hoping for a miracle to save the day before she walks down the aisle in Italy.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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The Bank of Canada prime lending rate has dropped. What could happen to real estate prices in London and St. Thomas? 11:24

3M ago11:24

11:24

Kathy Ames, the chair of the London-St. Thomas Association of Realtors speaks with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about the decision by the Bank of Canada to reduce its prime lending rate by one-quarter of a point and what that could mean for real estate in the area.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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What we need to know about Mental Health Trackers 13:55

3M ago13:55

13:55

Western University researcher Owen Chevalier is examining the how apps and devices like smartwatches that track mental health data can impact how we feel about our own mental health. Chevalier will be sharing his complete findings at Congress 2024 in Montreal from June 12 to 21.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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London's own Paige Martin of Oilers TV previews the Stanley Cup final between Edmonton and Florida 14:29

3M ago14:29

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London's own Paige Martin has been part of a wild ride in Oil Country throughout the 2023-24 NHL season. It has taken Paige and the Edmonton Oilers to the Stanley Cup final against former London Knight Matthew Tkachuk and the Florida Panthers. Paige sits down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to set up the series and talk about what life is like right no…

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Analyzing the growth of women's sports with Dr. La Quita Frederick of Georgetown University 12:41

3M ago12:41

12:41

Dr. La Quita Frederick of Georgetown University joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to examine the WNBA and its place in the current sports landscape and looks at a comparison with where the NBA would have been on a similar timeline as it grew into the league that it is today.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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What impact could increased beer sales in Ontario corner stores have on local brewers? 6:41

3M ago6:41

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The Ontario government is moving forward with their plan to make alcohol sales more accessible. What could this mean for local brewers? 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs talks with Powerhouse Brewing Company General Manager Dylan Lee about what Dylan feels could happen and about the challenges that still exist for local brewers.…

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Analyzing the first year of the PWHL with Erin Pearson of Fanshawe College 10:05

3M ago10:05

10:05

Erin Pearson is the co-ordinator of Sports and Event Management program at Fanshawe College and Erin sat down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about the first year of the Professional Women's Hockey League.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Stories of rats, skunks and even ghosts in the pest control world with Jeff Twinn of Pest Certified 16:30

3M ago16:30

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Jeff Twinn of Pest Certified is putting his career in pest control into a book. As he starts to write down some of the wildest stories he has been a part of he sat down to talk with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about some of the wildest things he has seen and survived.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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A new way of growing food with Kim Parker of Food Security Structures Canada 13:25

3M ago13:25

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Feeding everyone on our earth has long been a challenge and with changes to our climate and farmlands that effort isn't likely to get easier. With that in mind Food Security Structures Canada and Western University have developed an Agrotunnel to try to introduce a new means of growing food. Kim Parker, the President and CEO of Food Security Struct…

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Why our movements get slower as we age - it may not be what you think 8:06

3M ago8:06

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Dr. Robbie Courter was part of a research team at the University of Colorado at Boulder that looked into movements of humans as they age. Why do those movements tend to slow? What could be behind that? 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs sat down with Dr. Couter to find out. For more - please visit: https://www.jneurosci.org/content/44/15/e1596232024.abstract…

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New London City Manager Sandra Datars-Bere talks with Mike Stubbs 8:15

3M ago8:15

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One week into her role as London City Manager, Sandra Datars-Bere sat down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about what makes her feel ready to take the reins of one of the top positions in London.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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Foreign intelligence could be using gangs and organized crime in Canada with Phil Gurski - President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting 11:07

3M ago11:07

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There appears to be a new role for gangs or organized crime in Canada. Foreign intelligence services are reportedly contracting them to do their dirty work. 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with Phil Gurski - President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting - about what it happening and what - if anything - we can do about it.…

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The story of the London Knights fan club with Sav Neth 10:12

3M ago10:12

10:12

The latest chapter of the London Knights fan club probably began its story with a green lightsaber and the spectacular energy emanating from Sav Neth. Mike Stubbs sat down with Sav to talk all things London Knights and where Sav's love for the game of hockey began.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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FNP247: Carl Higbie - Standing for the 2nd Amendment 20:49

3M ago20:49

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Breaking News: Carl Higbie Takes a Stand for the 2nd Amendment! In a bold move, Carl Higbie, renowned commentator from Newsmax, has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against the State of New York in defense of our constitutional rights. Join us for an exclusive interview with Carl Higbie as we delve into the details of this pivotal legal action. In th…

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Deputy Mayor Shawn Lewis on money for Ark Aid Mission and shelter spaces 11:46

3M ago11:46

11:46

London Deputy Mayor Shawn Lewis apeaks with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about the approval of $687,000 in funding by the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee for London’s Ark Aid Street Mission to extend its emergency winter shelter beds. Where can the money be found to do it and what impacts are we seeing in the city?…

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Smile Cookies - Where do the proceeds go? 7:30

4M ago7:30

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Everyone enjoyed Smile Cookies during Smile Cookie Week at Tim Horton's but do we know what happens to the proceeds and how they help food insecurity for students in our area? 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs spoke with Danielle Findlay of the Ontario Student Nutrition Program and found out.By CFPL / Curiouscast

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