Welcome to Podbytes! Listen to KPMG in Canada leaders and subject matter experts on a vast range of topics including our Audit, Tax, Advisory and Enterprise services. | Bienvenue sur PodBytes! Écoutez les dirigeants et les experts techniques de KPMG au Canada parler d’une vaste gamme de sujets, dont nos services-conseils et nos services aux entreprises, d’audit et de fiscalité.
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THE FEED is a weekly news magazine that goes behind the scenes and into more depth on the stories we have reported throughout the week or presents stories that need more time to tell. Hosted by Ann Rohmer, hear compelling interviews, local stories and local personalities - listen to The Feed weekly for the stories of York Region.
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Are you curious about the latest innovations and trends in different industries? If so, then "The Deep Dive Lab" is the podcast for you! Each episode is a thrilling ride into a different field, from tech and business to healthcare and design. Our engaging and informative conversations are designed to make complex topics accessible and approachable, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. So if you want to stay ahead of the curve and learn from the best, tune in to "The D ...
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Episode 1: Tools to Thrive | Come As You Are
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Our host Ilario Melia is joined by GTA leaders Janelle Dixon & Kareem Sadek, where the group candidly and authentically share what mental health means to them and their personal journeys. They delve into what is in their own mental health toolkit, sharing genuine narratives about challenges, support systems, setbacks, and the way they utilize tools…
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OPP Roads / Lyme Disease / Participaction / Min Jill Dunlop / AI Skills / Taylgate Fans
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Ann Rohmer has information about OPP breathalyzers With warmer weather, there is an increased risk of getting bitten by a tick and exposure to Lyme disease. Jim Lang with tips to protect yourself and when to seek medical attention. The provincial government is making a greater investment in mental health supports for post secondary students. Tina C…
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Food Bank Crisis / Life Balance / Working Moms Survey / Social Media Body Image / Mental Health Compassion / IV Pump
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Ann Rohmer looks at the current food bank crisis. Ann Rohmer looks at life balance. Tina Cortese has information on a survey that suggests that working moms are concerned about maintaining flexibility on the job. Shaliza Bacchus looks at a new study from York University that indicates there's growing evidence pointing to potentially negative impact…
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Cell Phones in Schools / Anxious Brain / Young Entrepreneurs - KPMG / Barnacle Parking
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Family Medicine / Charity Need / Vaughan Mayor / Women's Sports / What Jennifer Did / Logan Levi Music
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Ann Rohmer talks about the declining interest in family medicine Tina Cortese has information about the decline in donations and a notable gap between Canadian's intent to give and the action they take. Ann Rohmer has the monthly check in with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca and Andrea Bocelli From Caitlyn Clark to the PWHL, the fan base for women's …
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Mental Health Week kicks off May each year. With that in mind, get ready for a brand new episode "Tools to Thrive" in our podcast series Come As You Are. This year’s podcast is hosted by Ilario Melia, GTA Audit Partner, Wellness Champion and GTA Mental Health Network Co-Chair.By KPMG Canada
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KPMG in Canada - Post Budget / AI Markham Roads / Happiness Study / Love, Saskatchewan / Chai Lifeline Canada / NHL Playoff Review
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Trees For Life / YRP Runner / Organized Retail Crime / Budget Preview with MP Leah Taylor Roy / Former MuchMusic VJ Bill Welychka
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Episode 15: Bitcoin Mining | The State of Digital Assets
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The #Bitcoin #halving is a core part of the Bitcoin protocol which occurs every four years and reduces the amount of new bitcoin supply by half. Ahead of the halving event next week, Amanda Fabiano (Founder, Fabiano Consulting) joins KPMG's George Djuric, Kaan Farahani and host Adam Rodricks to discuss the current Bitcoin mining industry, opportuni…
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Canadian Cancer Society / BeADonarMonth / Gender Affirming Clinic / PFLAG Campaign / Kingston Solar Eclipse / Financial Tips
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Marc Low, head of KPMG Ignition in Vancouver, invites Alex Tapscott, VC and author of "Web3 Charting the Internet's Next Economic and Cultural Frontier." They discuss entrepreneurship and what it means to get ahead as a business leader in the next internet age.By KPMG Canada
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Solar Eclipse / Vaughan Mayor / Speed Cams / Career Stuck / Kempenfelt Windows & Doors / Canadian R&B History
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Ann Rohmer has information about the upcoming solar eclipse Ann Rohmer has the monthly check in with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca Glynn Perkins has information about how the town of Newmarket is cracking down on speeders. According to new research, 4 in 10 professionals feel stuck in their jobs. Tina Cortese with how to upskill, retrain and refres…
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Episode 14: Fraud and Financial Crimes with Chainalysis | The State of Digital Assets
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Chainalysis CMO, Ian Andrews, joins Sue Ling Yip (Partner, Risk Services, Financial Crimes, KPMG in Canada) and Kunal Bhasin (Partner & Co-Leader, Digital Assets Center of Excellence, Advisory Services, KPMG in Canada) to discuss financial crimes involving cryptoassets and findings from the latest Chainalysis Crypto Crime Report. Please note that t…
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Military Funding / Shrink-Skimp-Flation / Employee Exodus / Spring Cleaning Mental Health / Healing Music / Juno Preview
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Remembering Brian Mulroney / Jeanne Beker Memoir / Tony Van Bynen / Business Fraud / The Backpack Book / Black Girl Hockey Club
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Ann Rohmer is with Lloyd Robertson as they remember the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney Ann Rohmer is with Jeanne Beker to discuss her new memoir "Wearing Her Heart on Her Sleave" Glynn Perkins is with former York Region Mayor Tony Van Bynen who has decided to retire. Tina Cortese looks at how Canadian companies are trying to protect themselves fro…
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Global Medic / The Legacy of David C. Onley Exhibit / Southlake Healthcare / Fletcher's Fields / LNHL / March Break Ideas
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Measles / Post-Secondary Funding / Online Harms Act / Human Trafficking / Girls Inc. / Rouge River Brewing
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Marc Low, head of KPMG Ignition in Vancouver, invites Brett Henkel, co-founder and senior vice president of business development at Svante, and Jeanette Jackson, CEO of Foresight to a candid conversation on the challenges and opportunities found within Cleantech.By KPMG Canada
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Women Entrepreneurs / Retirement Reality / Vaughan Mayor-February / Pink Shirt Day Concert / Law & Order Toronto
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Dr. Jean Augustine / Dr. Allan Grill / 360kids / BlueDoor / Pickleball Courts / Buffalo Airport
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Ann Rohmer speaks with Dr. Jean Augustine about her motion to the House of Commons in 1995 recognizing February as Black History Month. She shares her thoughts on its impact today. Ann Rohmer looks at the $3.1 Billion healthcare deal between the Federal Government and the Province of Ontario and York Region's share with Dr. Allan Grill Tina Cortese…
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Heart & Stroke / Bothwell-Accurate Company / Employee Survey / Superbowl Preview / Dru
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Hate Crimes / Hamas Hostage / The Aging In Place Movement / Culture Shift Tour / Chinese New Year
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Ann Rohmer is with Noah Shack to discuss The United Jewish Appeal indicating an increase in hate crimes since start of Israel Hamas war Tina Cortese speaks with Michael Levy who shares his story of terror and hope. His brother Or was captured by Hamas and his sister in law was murdered. Ann Rohmer introduces us to The Aging In Place Movement that a…
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OMA Health Care Proposal / Dry February / Black History Month / Underground Comedy Railroad / Pamela Wallen Cat Book
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Ann Rohmer is with Andrew Park the President of the Ontario Doctor's Association to discuss the Ontario Medical Associations healthcare proposal. As we wrap up the first month of 2024, many are already preparing for Dry February. Jim Lang with the alcohol-free fundraiser. Next weekend, the Aurora Black Community Association is hosting a gala to cel…
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COVID, Flu, RSV / NHLPA Mental Health / Media Smarts / Vaughan Mayor / Richmond Hill Library
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Ann Rohmer looks at the triple-threat; flu, RSV and COVID with Oak Valley Health Jim Lang discusses the National Hockey League Player's Association launch of the "First Line Program for Mental Health" Shaliza Bacchus looks into a media literacy program for teens called Media Smarts Ann Rohmer has the monthly check in with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del D…
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Charity Donations / Principals Council / Fire Safety / Native Earth Performing Arts / The Lost Expedition Book
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Ann Rohmer is with Pattie Lovett-Reid, a financial expert and CanadaHelps brand ambassador to discuss the decline of charitable donations. Jim Lang speaks with a representative from Ontario Principals' Council about the staffing shortages that are impacting learning in our schools Ann Rohmer speaks with Vaughan's Fire Chief, Andy Zvanitajs who has …
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Episode 8: Behind the green screen - ESG fraud | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we will be discussing stories of ESG fraud and its many consequences. Tony Lam joins as a special guest to share his thoughts on how to ensure that actions made towards ESG goals have the intended impact and how to avoid perpetuating ESG fraud.By KPMG Canada
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Laurie Campbell - Debt Solutions Expert / CIBC Poll / RED January / Fitness Trends / Clare Kumar - Productivity Coach
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Ann Rohmer speaks with Laurie Campbell, a Debt Solutions Expert Tina Cortese has details on a new CIBC poll that indicates that Canadians are making getting out of debt a priority. Jim Lang looks at the latest exercise trends to start your new year fitness routine. Shaliza Bacchus discusses ways to make those newly initiated lifestyle changes stick…
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Peace by PEACE / Vaughan Mayor / Border Services / ALS Super Fund / Homelessness Fundraiser / Spot Music Hub
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Ann Rohmer is with Amandeep Sidhu from Peace by PEACE, a unique conflict resolution and community-building program for elementary school students in York Region. Ann Rohmer has the monthly check in with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, who looks back at the year that was and what's in store for 2024. If you are travelling over the holidays, your retu…
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Dr. Sylvain Charlebois - 2024 Food Price Report / York Region Food Bank Update / Women's Economic Security Program / Expanded Hiring / Dr. Deanne Simms - Managing Your Child's Holiday Expectations / Black ...
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Ann Rohmer speaks with Dr.Sylvain Charlebois, the lead author of the 2024 Food Price Report. Shaliza Bacchus looks at food banks across York Region and across the country that are witnessing more clients than ever. Glynn Perkins is with The Women’s Economic Security Program (WESP) to discuss how small businesses are the backbone of the economy, but…
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Episode 7: To pay or not to pay? The ransomware question | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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Ransomware continues to make headlines and is seen on the news more frequently these days. In this episode, we share stories detailing how events unfold when a group of skilled individuals hold sensitive company information hostage through the use of ransomware.By KPMG Canada
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Suicide Helpline / YRP Festive Ride Campaign / Canadian Blood Services / Winter Forecast / ABC Literacy / Badminton Qualifiers
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Ann Rohmer has details on Canada's 988 helpline, which gives people access to suicide prevention services via call or text. Glynn Perkins looks at this year's York Regional Police Festive Ride Campaign. Bailey Higgins discusses the Canadian Blood Services call for more donations at the Brampton Plasma Donation Centre. Ann Rohmer is with Environment…
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Dr. Isaac Bogoch / Dr. Stephanie Liu / MNP LTD Survey / Inflation Isolation / Money Coaches Canada / Dan Giancola / When Brothers Speak
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Ann Romer speaks with Dr. Isaac Bogoch about the rising numbers of Covid cases and receives some advice. Tina Cortese is with the founder of By Dr Mom - Dr. Stephanie Liu, who discusses when to take children to the ER and when to avoid unnecessary hospital visits. Ann Rohmer looks at a recent MNP LTD survey that reveals how and why inflation can le…
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Episode 6: Decrypting the truth | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we discuss stories of cryptocurrency fraud and how we can all protect ourselves from becoming victims. Special guests Amrit Dev and James Emerson join as special guests to share recommendations and best practices to invest carefully in cryptocurrencies to mitigate the chance of fraud.…
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Giving Tuesday / Christmas With The Clemons / Southlake Organ Donations / Vaughan Mayor / Gen-Connect / Office Etiquette
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Ann Rohmer reminds us about Giving Tuesday. Jim Lang has information on Christmas With The Clemons, which has become a beloved Canadian tradition, and this year marks the 7th annual performance and fundraiser designed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit and in the spirit of giving. Hosted by Michael “Pinball” Clemons, the proceeds will support …
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Retail Council of Canada - Leger Poll / Town of Newmarket Holiday Drive / Women Abuse Prevention Month / Diabetes Bus / Kinark Autism Services / Andy Kim Christmas / Folk Legend Sylvia Tyson
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Ann Rohmer has information about a Retail Council of Canada/Leger poll. Holiday Cheer or Holiday Fear? Jim Lang looks at how the Town of Newmarket welcomes residents to participate in annual holiday food and toy drive by bringing in non-perishable foods, toiletries and unwrapped toys. All donations will go towards filling the shelves at the Newmark…
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Ep 15: Are you vulnerable to hacking attacks? || Jo Peterson, VP Cloud & Security at Clarify360
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This week I had the pleasure to chat with Jo Peterson, a tech powerhouse discussing about cloud, cyber security and diversity. A little about Jo Peterson: Top Cloud Influence: Jo is recognized as a Top Cloud Influencer by Onalytica, “a major player in the cloud arena” by Silicon Republic Business Leadership: As the Vice President of Cloud and Secur…
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Episode 5: Hook, line and stolen identity | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we discuss the schemes used by fraudsters to get information through illegitimate means. Imraan Bashir, Partner and National Public Sector Cyber Leader joins as a special guest and discusses phishing and digital identity.By KPMG Canada
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The General, The Astronaut, The Cadet / Holocaust Education / Diwali Celebrations / World Kindness Day
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Ann Rohmer speaks with: Honourable Lieutenant General Richard Rohmer. A World War 2 Veteran, one of THE most decorated in Canada who is almost 100 years old. Jeremy Hansen who is training for a mission to the moon. Exemplary military record. Allister Christie, a 13 year old Air Cadet who dedicates all of his spare time to Cadets, and whose goal is …
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Dr Mekalai Kumanan, Pres OCFP/Lorrie Reynolds-Breast Screening Southlake Medical Centre/Journey of Aging- Dr. Tamara Daly, Prof of Health Policy and Equity, York U., Mackenzie Health, City of Vaughan/Scholarship ...
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FAMILY DOCS CRISIS – ANN – a new survey from the Ontario College of Family Physicians, which warns that one in four people in the province could be without a family doctor by 2026 due to a worsening crisis; more than 4 million Ontarians will be without a family doctor by 2026 BREAST SCREENING – GLYNN with Lorrie Reynolds, Director, Central Regional…
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National Poppy Campaign / Jewish Community / Vaughan Mayor / Busy Pharmacies / Oak Valley Health / York Harmony Chorus
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;Ann Rohmer speaks with Brian Harris, Provincial Poppy Chair The Royal Canadian Legion to discuss this year's Poppy Campaign, which has greater meaning this year because of wars, the world over (Israel-Hamas, Ukraine-Russia etc). Glynn Perkins is with Noah Shack, Vice President, Countering Antisemitism and Hate, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto An…
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Steven Shulman, President and CEO of the Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA / Mohamad Fakih / Organization for Social Media Safety / CMHA York-Simcoe / Carjacking / Small and Medium Size Business Survey
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Ann Rohmer is with Steven Shulman, President and CEO of the Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA He speaks out about the atrocities of the Israel-Hamas war, now into its 3rd week (by airtime) and the effect it's having on the lives of Jewish people around the world and here in the GTA. Ann Rohmer also speaks with Mohamad Fakih, a Lebanese-Canadian busi…
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Roz Mogani / Thornhill MP Melissa Lantsman / Kevin Brown – CEO of Cobalt Safety Consulting / 2024 Salary Guide / Vaughan Plasma Donor Centre / CanadaHelps/Nanos Survey
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Ann Rohmer with an update from downtown Jerusalem from Roz Mogan Glynn Perkins is with Thornhill MP Melissa Lantsman who spoke at Mel Lastman Square on Sunday night for an emergency rally for the people of Israel: to donate or to volunteer go to info@jewishtoronto.com Ann Rohmer is with Kevin Brown – CEO of Cobalt Safety Consulting and industry exp…
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Food Banks Canada / York University Study / Ontario Pharmacists Association / Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer / United Way Stair Climb / Dylan Kalambay / KhaRå Martin - Black Community Mixtapes
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Ann Rohmer looks at Food Banks Canada’s landmark Canada-wide Poverty Report Cards highlight deepening food insecurity and failures from all levels of government. Glynn Perkins has a York University study that finds how relatable, welcoming cities play large role in migrant success. Just how welcoming Toronto and other global cities are to migrants …
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Jeanne Beker / Scott Wabano / Adam Vaughan / York Region Refugees / OMA President Dr. Andrew Park / Easter Seals
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Ann Rohmer is with Janne Beker with an update on her breast cancer journey. October is breast cancer awareness month. Shaliza Bacchus is with Scott Wabano – two spirit Indigenous fashion creator. (Saturday is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Ann Rohmer speaks with former federal MP and former Toronto City Councillor Adam Vaughan with how t…
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Dr. Barry Pakes - York Region Medical Officer of Health / Wild Willie's Book Reviews / Southlake Scanner / Port Birth Support / Myeloma Canada / Happy Work
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Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Barry Pakes - York Region Medical Officer of Health to discuss the new updated Covid vaccine(s), wastewater and what it's telling officials about Covid this fall, clinics around York Region (when and where, pop-ups, and home visits in some cases) and how doctors are encouraging Covid and Flu vaccinations at the same time. Gly…
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Episode 3: Managing your transitions | Bridging the pay gap
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In episode 3, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser highlight the importance of integrating pay transparency and equity into your ESG reporting and what first steps an organization should take to ensure they comply with the new pay-related legislation.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 2: Ripple effects of pay transparency | Bridging the pay gap
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The landscape is changing, moving us towards a more transparent future. In this episode, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser dive into the effects of recent updates on pay transparency legislation on employers throughout British Columbia. Tune in as we explore strategies for maintaining an equitable approach to organizational compensation, shaping holis…
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Episode 1: Exposing the reality | Bridging the pay gap
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In episode 1 of our latest pay equity podcast, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser will delve into the far-reaching effects of the recently introduced pay transparency legislation on employers throughout British Columbia. Tune in as we navigate this dynamic landscape, offering invaluable insights to help organizations proactively adapt to the evolving r…
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Dr. Vivian Stamatopoulos / Modus Research / Mayor of Vaughan – Steven Del Duca / Erica Ehm - MuchMusic Documentary / Youth Sports
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Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Vivian Stamatopoulos, a long-term care advocate and professor at Ontario Tech University. A new report has been released by Ontario's ombudsman that revealed how the inspections process in the province's long-term care homes fell apart during the first several weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic. Glynn Perkins looks at Modus Resea…
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Episode 3: From real estate owners to family office | Real Estate and Construction in Canada
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As owners look to manage their real estate investments and preserve their wealth, establishing a family office may become a viable option. In the latest episode of our Real Estate and Construction in Canada podcast series, Tom Rothfischer speaks with Jason Belanger, KPMG Quebec Real Estate Leader, and Bridget Sachs, KPMG Family Office Senior Manage…
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