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In part three of his exploration of journaling apps, Michael Feir tells us about a new one called Clearful, for which the developer is eager for feedback from blind and partially sighted users.
The 70th Anniversary Rogers Conn Smythe Sports Celebrity Dinner and Auction in support of Easter Seals Ontario takes place next week. We learn more about this event with Lauren Squizzato, Development Manager, Fundraising & Special Events with Easter Seals Ontario.
The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in North America. We learn more about this year’s edition with Shane Smith, Director of Programming!
We flip through quirky stories from around the Globe with Jeff Ryman, on What in the World.
Today’s Roundtable guests are siblings in Southwestern Ontario, Kerry and Brian Kijewski.

What do we know about J&J's single dose vaccine set to arrive this week? Jeff Ryman explains in his health headlines.
On In The Know, Margrett Weldon explains what Canada’s Census is, and why the information is so important.
A new Albertan study provides critical insights into accessible and inclusive hiring practices in the tech sector. Jim Krysko breaks it down.
Ontario Visually Impaired Golfers has some great events lined up this year, including some great youth programming, and we learn more about them with OVIG board members, Kevin Frost and Kostantino Beltsis.
How can we get motivated during this long winded pandemic? Independent Living Skills Specialist, Maryse Theberge explains.

Did you know the Guinness Book of World Records includes amazing records set by animals, domesticated and wild? Vet Danielle Jongkind shares some cool findings.
Branching off our water talk from last time, Nutritionist Julia Karantjas discusses dehydration, and how to tell when our body needs water.
We speak with Jared Ciner, founder of SPIRIT Club, a fitness organization that provides accessible and supportive programs that accommodate people with and without disabilities.
St. John’s Community Reporter Kim Thistle highlights the upcoming Quidi Vidi Cabaret.
On our Parenting chat, Lucia Bellafante let’s us know why it’s important to dedicate time for creative expression with our children.
It’s time for our Book Club meeting! Today we review There There, a Novel by Tommy Orange, with our Recommender of the book, Danielle McLaughlin.

During our Tech Talk, Michael Babcock and Damashe Thomas continue their conversation about secure web-hosting.
The race for the final playoff spot in the NHL's North division is heating up. Brock Richardson gives us all the details.
Alex Smyth, Toronto Reporter for AMI, previews the upcoming AMI This Week feature on the Festival of Literary Diversity.
The City of Ottawa's AccessAbility Day is on May 27th and Community Reporter, Kim Kilpatrick tells us all about it.
For the first time, Canada took the top spot overall in the 2021 Best Countries Report. We learn more about this amazing feat with one of the studies researchers!
On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin discusses Ontario’s proposed COVID-19 triage protocol.

Cat ownership is on the rise here in Canada. Why is that? Jeff Ryman explains in his lifestyle report.
On our App Update, John Biehler covers the latest products announced at Apple’s Spring Event, including the new iPad Pro and AirTags.
A seniors home in Thunder Bay is sending a shipment of Wheelchairs to people in Zimbabwe. Karen Magee has the story.
We celebrate Bill Shackleton's 30th anniversary at AMI! We hear from voices of the past and present as we celebrate this milestone!
On the Chatty Bookshelf, Ryan Hooey details how the COVID-19 pandemic has created growth for digital publishing platforms.