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Trillium Talk - A weekly briefing from the Ontario Legislature from the team at The Trillium
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Every week, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trillium to talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead. Launched in 2023 by Village Media, a leader in local journalism, The Trillium is a comprehensive news and information source devoted exclusively to insider coverage of Ontario politics. Passionate and plugged in, The Trillium delivers the major political headlines of the day while unpacking complex policy changes and digging deeper into key issue ...
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Newsmakers, hosts, athletes and people of influence. This is your chance to get Up Close & Personal with some prominent Canadians who have become a part of our everyday lives. Join veteran broadcaster Scott Sexsmith as he goes one on one to get the untold stories from some of the biggest names in our country.
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: The great drought of 2024 is over: LCBO to reopen tomorrow. Healthcare and clerical workers at Group Health prepare to hit picket lines. City receives $368K from OLG. Bridge Walk won't return until next year.By Village Media
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TRILLIUM TALK: Millions spent on childcare spaces that were never built
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Knocked out: Global tech outage causes mass disruption. Grocery Code of Conduct a go after Walmart and Costco sign on. Algoma Steel seeks buyers for dust from arc furnaces. Sackville Road extension sparks lots of comments. Music and Ribs, Rotaryfest is off and running. Arts and Culture Festival is looking…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Accused killer Steven Jones seeks change of venue for 2026 trial. Deja-vu: Another Albert-Elgin crash. Local LCBO employees hopeful with talks back on. Kidney Clothes is closing. Pedal to the metal: Speed limit jumps to 110 on 69 between Sudbury and French River.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Stolen plaques recovered, one person charged. Thessalon First Nation finally gets to look into elections appeals. Algoma Steel CEO fields questions from inquisitive mayor and council. Huron Board announces new Superintendent of Education. Freedom Convoy organizer Pat King won't testify at his trial.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: City council unanimously votes to backstop YMCA. Great goose -Stop the poop! Some short term closures of Queen Street sidewalks expected this week. Susan Hamilton Beach gets promotion. Could we end up hosting Kraft Hockeyville in September? Free day-use-access to provincial parks on Friday.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Trump shot on Saturday, makes 9am tee time on Sunday. LCBO pulls plug on opening handful of stores amid strike. Ward 1 councillors want ads along Hub Trail and want the physician recruitment program to target more than just doctors. Phil Esposito plaque goes missing. United Way needs help with back-to-sch…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Doug Ford flips the burg at striking LCBO workers
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Send us a Text Message. Every Sunday morning, one of our legislative reporters from The Trillium provides an inside look at the week that was in Ontario politics — and the week ahead. Joining us today is reporter Charlie Pinkerton, who explains why Doug Ford is featured in a new video flipping burgers and talking booze. He also breaks down the big …
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: SooToday readers come through for the YMCA. City will be asked to introduce a goose management program. A Community Improvement Plan is being developed and the city wants your input. Doctor shortage now impacts 2.5M province-wide. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Program has officially launched. Terry S…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Do we need a downtown parking garage? Airport passenger levels down. Two websites not to visit. City police continue to look for missing 40-year old. Was losing the lights at Albert and Elgin a mistake?
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Lukenda Charitable Foundation revealed as purchasers of the YMCA building. Algoma Steel pledges $250K to support the Y. Multiple people sick, some hospitalized with Listeria related to plant-based mil products. How the LCBO strike could re-shape the crown corp's future according to Brock prof. Cast for Ch…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: T-6 days and counting: The clock continues to tick for the Y. Queen street closed for two days. Another crash at the Albert and Elgin. First Nations accusing Metis of attempts to divide. New tourist centre in Batchewana will let you 'plug in'. Free use of provincial parks next Friday.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Is Joe Fratesi onto something? City awards almost $5M in construction and paving jobs for the summer. Grazie! Another incredible Italian Festival. The RCMP (Musical Ride) is coming to Echo Bay for two days. Trouble sleeping- We might be able to help.
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TRILLIUM TALK: Inside the ‘Austrian spa company' chosen to redevelop Ontario Place
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Welcome to Doug Ford's dry summer. Our Pride crosswalk is beaming bright and beautiful again. Insolvent landlords get court-ordered extension with strings attached. Weekend vigil planned for those impacted by AIDS. Dolly Parton to help out book lovers. What's the key to being a super-ager?…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: The YMCA still hundreds away from their goal. Garden River First Nation to payout $110K to band members. Northern and Copperfin credit unions make it official. SSM detectives investigate vandalism of Pride crosswalk. Echo bay to lose LCBO. Bon Soo up for Ontario Choice Award.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Thessalon First Nation employees sign union cards and certify. What's in a name - Lots if you ask the Downtown Association. New Rotary parade route has some questioning the logic. Get an Agawa Canyon Tour upgrade for only $500. The walls come tumblin' down- Holy Trinity demo begins.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: "Text-gate" continues to make headlines - Councillor Spina responds to allegations. Bridge walk postponed will get re-scheduled soon according to organizers. Crimestoppers is moving, phone service could be interrupted. Trillium Talk this week covers the unexpected closure of the Ontario Science Centre. Sa…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Facts hard to find in sudden shutdown of Ontario Science Centre
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: A city councillor is making accusations involving a supposed group chat at Monday's meeting. Emergency responders extract woman from library. SSM Police Board plans to write feds and province over local catch and release concerns. Fore! Golf club swinging attack trial underway. 35-year-old from Goulais ch…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Judicial pre-trial moved up for Steven Jones. NOSM has new boss. Police headlines. What's open and not this Canada Day. Keeping pets safe when fireworks go off. Free fishing to celebrate Canada's birthday. Paul Maurice's family speaks out on big Stanley Cup win. Hounds sign 14th rounder.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Sobering stats: Cannabis edges out booze as most common impaired driving substance. Some councillors not impressed with YMCA management. Major crime scene deemed murder-suicide. McDougall fined $70K for safety act violation. Batchewana First Nation band members take part in peaceful demonstration. Bridge …
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Sault native Paul Maurice is a Stanley Cup champ! A downtown parking fiasco could prove costly if not resolved soon. Brent Lamming gets promoted. Homelessness on the rise in SSM. Almost 20K homes between Sudbury and SSM to 'get connected'. LCBO to extend hours as strike deadline looms. Two local hockey pl…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: 20-year old's body found in St. Mary's River. New collection agency to be appointed by city to collect fines. Two parks to get new equipment. Pickleball Palooza packs Pee Wee -raises cash for Autism. Huron-Superior board's budget approved by trustees.By Village Media
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Every Sunday, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trillium to talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead. On today's episode is reporter Charlie Pinkerton, who…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Algoma University president has full support of board. Missing sisters found safe. January's blast furnace shut-down hot Algoma Steel hard in the wallet. The Soo's population has grown. Show your PRIDE - we've got a new crosswalk. This week on Inside the Village: Teens are going to learn skills to pay the…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: City police looking for two missing sisters. Insolvent out-of-town landlords alleged to have spent millions on luxury items. YMCA still looking for new members to remain viable. Air passenger levels down 4% in May - still down 28% from pre-pandemic levels. International Bridge Walk is coming up. Sault Sur…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Heat warning continues but relief is coming. LCBO workers set to strike July 5th. Sault College gets $50K to improve credit transfer system. OLG building to get $4M facelift. Algoma Steel completes upgrades to plate mill. Sudbury cop headed to trial - accused of assaulting 12-year old. Storm sewer work fo…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Heat warning in effect - what does that mean? Thousands lost power yesterday. Road work downtown shifts east - we map it out for you. Nominations for SooToday's Community Builders Awards now open. Some must read police headlines.
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: A heat warning is in effect for most of the province. One new fire confirmed for the Northeast region. Holy Trinity's 63 year run comes to an end. Ride for Autism raises thousands. The latest Trillium Talk -Landlords, renters and squatters.
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TRILLIUM TALK: Landlords, tenants and - squatters
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Bill C332 passes unanimously in the House of Commons. The prez of the OMA visits Group Health. Richie Stacks wants out of the big house until his trial. Drug bust yesterday sees 4 arrested. Wildlife killed the power yesterday for 3,000 east-enders. Not a dream-home but this low priced property could be yo…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: There's a big brou-ha-ha over the fundraiser ride for ARCH. The Huron Board announces new director. Robinson Huron law firm agrees to allocate half its earned fees to Anishinabek causes. Algoma Steel adds to leadership team. A wet situation downtown yesterday. OHL announces new commish.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Your beer and cheap gas run across the river this weekend won't get interrupted. SSM paramedics begin process that could lead to a strike. ADSB trustees approve board despite funding gap for transportation. Improvements proposed for Clergue Park. Two must-see videos.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Local paramedics want to return to the bargaining table. If you take your dog across the river, you need to know this. Two First Nations dispute Robinson Huron Treaty legal fees. 2,000 extra people expected in town this weekend. Here's your chance to be Mayor for a day if you're in grade five or six.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Waterfront revitalization has commenters fired up. Run the Great Lakes has now raised over $150K for charities. Algoma U celebrates graduates. Former SSM resident competes on Summer Baking Championships. Vin Greco weighs in on new Ontario booze regs.
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TRILLIUM TALK: Queen's Park takes a summer break - until almost Halloween
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Ford shuffle's the deck. Familiar out of town landlord back in the news. What does the latest move by the Bank of Canada mean to us? Bikes and a ton of ice cream swiped. Hounds trade D-man for some picks. Cool and wet this weekend.
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Sault College board approves budget with massive deficit. Bushplane and Entomica to work more closely together. Two-vehicle collision causes significant damage. Rotating rally's to protest private clinic expansions coming to PC MPP offices. Jordan Foisy is a funny guy and has the hardware to prove it. Pau…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: IPV pilot project has led to charges in four cases. Users of St. Mary's river take note of changing flows. USW Community Strong Race is back. The SSM Library is celebrating Pride Month. Sault puppeteer continues to impress. Lots of rain over the next few days.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: De-rostered from Group Health, 3000 patients have new home as of today. Local 2251 Prez makes statement on pending court action against Group Health Centre. Ontario health Coalition to hold hearings on ED closures. Both sides of the river come together at City Council last night. Mayor Shoe is handing out…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Will lines at the border be extra long starting Thursday? Students will need to pass a financial literacy test to graduate. Two arrested after stolen truck gets stuck in sand. If you live around Boundary Road - South Market - Eastern Avenue, you might want to invest in ear plugs. Saginaw Memorial Cup win …
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TRILLIUM TALK: Cost of Ontario booze plan may leave taxpayers feeling a little wasted
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Police presence last night on Wellington. Mayor Shoemaker updates us with his 6 month review. ADSB student trustees green light cell phone ban. Cross border collaboration to protect the Great Lakes. City council from both sides of the river to meet Monday. Shoplifting doubles in a year: Chief is flabberga…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Province to invest $2.8M to support outpatient clinic. Two local pharmacies offer free virtual doctor service. City police blocked off portion of Wellington West overnight. Credit union merger looking for member support. Tenaris wraps up major maintenance project. Reconfiguration of Goulais Avenue starts.…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Why the Ford government is fighting unions at the Supreme Court
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Every Sunday, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trillium to talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead. On the show today is Editor-in-Chief Jessica Smith Cr…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: OPP on the hunt for Pride flag culprit at CASS. SSM's population on the rise. City looking at eliminating ball fields at Elliot Sports Complex. Mayor Shoemaker releases latest six-month report. Run the Great Lakes a few weeks away. Keefe to be hired by Devils. Another busy police beat.…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Heavy rain and winds expected north of the city through the day today. What can we expect to see as part of the $60M redevelopment at Station Mall? Time to test those smoke detectors and Fire Services is here to help. New pedestrian crossovers at three locations. Lots of police headlines. Hit the links fo…
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Send us a Text Message. On today's podcast: Welcome back to Today in the SOO, this marks our 100th episode! 3000 de-rostered Group Health patients now have an option. City council signs off on partnership with PUC on transmission line build. Sault College launches free automotive sector program. The latest episode of Inside the Village tackles onli…
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Trillium Talk: Education Minister sends friend request to social media companies
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Every Sunday, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trillium to talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead. On the show today is Editor-in-Chief Jessica Smith Cr…
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