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Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us about the annual report from Ontario's environmental commissioner. Our Ottawa colleague Karen Magee tells us about the Alight at Night accessibility night at Upper Canada Village. Our community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about a Dining in the Dark fundraiser in Moncton, New Brunswick. And Dr. Jody Heymann, dean of the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, tells us that one in three countries around the world does not have any ...

Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about a new tool to make memes more accessible. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about the unexplained deaths of 2.6 million salmon off the coast of Newfoundland. Scott Streiner, the Chair and CEO of the Canadian Transportation Agency, introduces a new phase of consultations on accessibility regulations. Community reporter Gerry Harris calls in from Saint John, NB with a recap of last weekend's blind hockey showcase. J...

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther tells us why the idea of net-zero emissions is losing the support of scientists and activists. Musician Christa Couture gives us a sneak peek of her new single “To Us.” Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech describes Mastercard’s new and accessible credit card. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson shares details on goalball programming in Red Deer. And we have another edition of our weekly news quiz with quizmaster Corin...

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses thee impact of flooding on Canadian cities. Neil Barnett from Microsoft tells us about their Autism Hiring Program which has recently expanded to Vancouver, BC. We discuss Burger King’s attempt to make a point about mental health by launching a line of boxed meals called Unhappy Meals. And, Joeita Gupta, Andy Frank and Ryan Delehanty are back at it with the weekly news quiz moderated by quizmaster Mike Ross! This is the May 7, 2019 epi...

With winter drawing close, Lawrence, Lilly and eldest sister Alexandra aren’t ready to put their hiking boots away just yet. Ms. Lilly schools Lawrence on braille trails and sensory gardens, Alberta’s Kananaskis Country is our featured bucket list destination. Lawrence and Alexandra take a hike in the Gatineau Hills with some tech in tow, and Lawrence reflects on a mountain-climbing expedition he took with his guide dog in grizzly bear country. It’s all about hiking climbing, trails...

We speak with Lawrence Gunther about his new AMI-tv project, Makings of a Guide Dog. It follows Lawrence on his quest to find the perfect dog to guide him through various outdoor activities.

We’ll get back to yesterday’s discussion with Lawrence Gunther about the effects of climate change on wildfires in Western Canada. From the September 11,  2018 episode.

Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio shares his tips for participating in outdoor activities this summer.

What do woolly mammoths and iron man competitors have in common, neither seems to fade over time. Ms Lilly is going to tell us about a recently discovered preserved woolly mammoth found in the Yukon, and our Bucket List focus is on the August 28 2022 Iron Man competition in Ontario and one serious blind competitor. Lawrence has a few tips to share about triathlon training blind, and a reflection on the best way to cross a finish line.

Lawrence and Lilly leave Lewis behind for an exciting day of whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River. Find out the technology and tips used to raft class five rapids aboard small self-bailing rafts, followed by cliff jumping. Joining the crew for the adventure is ten-year old autistic “Tegan”.

Canada produces more garbage than any other developed country. Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us what we can do to change that. From the December 19, 2017 episode.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains why many people who live along the banks of the St. Lawrence River are watching the water levels with concern. From the January 21, 2020 episode.

In Episode 70 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly gets us up to speed on human progress with detecting alien life. Lawrence speaks with Dave Brown about off-grid GPS navigation for the blind, and Lilly and Lawrence visit Montreal’s Planetarium where he asks the question, "Has anyone actually seen the Milky Way?" It’s an out-of-world experience you don’t want to miss!

Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes how cities can prevent injuries to birds migrating back for the season. From the March 29, 2022 episode.

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explores the similarities and differences between food forests and pollinator-friendly yards. From the August 4, 2020 episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: David Lepofsky from the AODA Alliance discusses some disability-related issues present in the lead up to Ontario’s upcoming election. Lawrence Gunther offers up some insight on the environmental impact of biofuel on British Columbia’s old growth forests. And community reporter Elizabeth Mohler gives you details about this year’s Cycle for Sight event in Toronto. This is the May 10, 2022, episode.

Starting with the plight of one tiny animal called Marmots, we expand our perspective to include ancient old-growth forests and learn how the future of both are connected. We then pivot slightly to view forests as places of sustenance for all, and pick up a few hiking tips including how to select the right cane / stick for the job. Our host and story teller draws on a lifetime of outdoor living to weave stories into every twist and turn along the path, on this episode of Outdoors wi...

Lawrence Gunther explains why we should be paying more attention to the amount of plastic in our oceans. Edmonton has a new museum, and it’s getting rave reviews. Our colleague Jim Krysko returns to the show with that story. Naomie Doirilus from the Quebec Blind Sports Association tells us about Recreative Goalball for Adults. Our community reporter Gerry Harris calls in from New Brunswick with news about a descriptive movie night at the Saint John’s Free Public Library. Google is a...

On Episode 96 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly tells us why baby sharks are cute. Then, Lawrence speaks with Jeff Butler, an electric boat expert and editor of the Plugboats newsletter, offers five tips on buying a boat, and reflects on driving boats blind.  Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly on Why Baby Sharks Are Cute (00:34) Jeff Butler Interview on Boats (05:21) 5 Tips on Finding the Right Boat (20:34) Reflections on Boating Blind (25:29) Show Close (27:46) Guest Bio ...