Today on NOW with Dave Brown: 

• AMI Plus has officially launched! AMI’s director of digital content Virginia Vuleta explains the ins and outs of the new streaming service
• DJ Demers dropped a new comedy special called “Genetic Material.” Comedian Niek Theelen shares his review. You can watch the whole special in YouTube here 
• The Government of Canada has joined the Global Coalition on Telecommunications. Marc Aflalo from Access Tech Live breaks down the details
• How does the fall weather affect your skin? Jennie Bovard shares her tips and tricks to overcoming seasonal changes
• The memoir “North of Normal” has been adapted into a movie. Entertainment critic Michael McNeely shares his thoughts on the film. The film is available to rent on iTunes and Amazon Prime Video
   

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: 

• The CRTC plans to regulate podcasts in Canada. Kevin Shaw offers his perspective on the decision
• Elections Canada wants to design a new app to make voting more accessible to Canadians with disabilities. Elizabeth Mohler and Marco Pasqua react to the idea
• How sustainable are monthly subscription models for consumers? Shaun Preece weighs in with his thoughts 
• Para Athlete Marissa Papaconstantinou will be competing in next year’s Paralympics. Alex Smyth shares his interview with her
• Community reporter Shaini Saravanamuthu tells you about: 
  • The annual Ramen Ramen Festival runs now until October 22 across various locations in Montreal
  • She also tell you about an upcoming wine festival in the city called La Grande Dégustation de Montréal
    • The festival kicks runs October 19 to 21.    
    • The festival is taking place at Grand Quay, 200 R. de la Commune O, in Montréal.
    • On October 19, it is reserved for industry professionals and the media
    • On October 20 and 21 it is open to the public from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET c
    • The cost for admission is $22 
       

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: 

• Do you have the right tools for the job? The New Brunswick Coalition of Persons with Disabilities will tackle this question in their upcoming webinar.  Shelley Petit tells you more about it 
• What kinds of species should you be fishing for this fall season? Lawrence Gunther gives you some handy tips
• There are an endless amount of reality dating shows out there. But why are they so popular? Laura Bain has some theories on this 
• And there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Elysia Yardley, Amanda Shekarchi and Alex Smyth go head-to-head-to-head for the title!  
• What should be the standard for staircase accessibility? Albertan community reporter Anna Kim describes her preferences. 
  • She also highlights the Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary in Red Deer. It is located at  6300 45 Ave. They operate 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT and are open 7 days a week. For more information, call 403-346-2010 or email: general@waskasoopark.ca
  • And she gives details about Alberta Ballet’s production of “The Sleeping Beauty” in Calgary and Edmonton 
    • The Calgary shows will take place at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium located at: 1415 14 Ave NW
    • The shows run Thursday to Saturday from October 26 to 28 at 7:30 p.m. CT 
    • The Edmonton venue will be the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium located at 11455 87 Ave NW
    • The shows run Friday to Saturday from November 2 to 4 at  7:30 p.m. CT 

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: 

• Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta take on the weekly news panel
  • They discuss the Vatican’s meeting on same-sex marriage in the Catholic church
  • They contemplate the effectiveness of an anti-smoking policy in England 
  • And they consider the bedbug infestation in Paris 

In the second hour of the show: 

• Irene Solomon tells you all about “Dine with Purpose,” a fundraiser to support Ukrainian front line defenders
  • The event takes place at: 482 Horner Ave. in Etobicoke in Toronto on Friday October 13
  • Doors open at 6:30 p.m. ET 
  • There will be a three-course dinner from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  
  • It will be $95.00 per person 
  • To reserve a spot, make an e-transfer to ucctoronto@bellnet.ca by Sunday October 8 
  • For more information visit here
• Host Red Szell gives you a glimpse into this month’s podcasts for “My Life in Books” 
• And Karen McKay from CELA highlights the book “Learned by Heart” by Emma Donoghue. The book was shortlisted for the Writers’ Trust Atwood Gibson Fiction Prize
  • She also spotlights “Our Tribal Future” by David Samson. The book was shortlisted for the Writers’ Trust Balsillie Prize for Public Policy
  • She also shares CELA’s recommended titles for the Thanksgiving season. The titles include: 
    • “Thanksgiving” by Sam Sifton and Sarah Rutherford 
    • “Truth Telling” by Michelle Good
    • “Still Life” by Louise Penny 
    • “Trapping, Turkeys, and Thanksgiving” by Tonya Kappes
    • Meg Cox’s books “The Heart of a Family” and ‘The Book Of New Family Traditions” 
    • All of these titles are available online here

Today on NOW with Dave Brown:

• Season four of Level Playing Field debuted this week on AMI-tv! Alex Smyth shares his interview with the show’s host Greg Westlake. Level Playing Field airs Tuesdays at 9:30 p.m. ET on AMI-tv 
• Accessibility Standards Canada has opened their draft regulations for public review. Accessibility reporter Meagan Gillmore walks you through their standard on employment. The public review is open until 3 p.m. ET on October 31. For more information visit their website
• Yesterday's Google’s Pixel event showcased a range of new products. Marc Aflalo gives you the lowdown
• The Capitol Theatre in Moncton, New Brunswick has caught the attention of community reporter Natalie Fougere. Natalie describes her inclusive experience at the venue. To learn more about Capitol Theatre visit here or call them at: 506-856-4377  
• Michael McNeely shares his review of the horror movie “No One Will Save You.” The film is rated PG-13 and is streaming on Disney Plus