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East Africa is facing the largest and worst outbreak of locust swarms in 70 years. Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains its impact on the agricultural industry. From the July 7, 2020 episode.

The CNIB Foundation has developed a new interactive tool to help first-time entrepreneurs. Kevin Shaw tells us about the Venture Zone app. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how Pyro Storms are making this year’s wildfires even more dangerous. Donna Jodhan from Barrier-Free Canada reflects on the long road to the passing of the Accessible Canada Act. We’ll talk about an interesting addition to the world of workplace benefits: programs that help employees save for vac...

In the first hour of the show, Sarah Trick and Alanna King chat about their efforts to develop a media style guide for disability coverage (17:33). Lawrence Gunther discusses the issues around textiles and fabrics marketed with “green” and eco labels (32:23). And, Musician Christa Couture’s tells you all about her latest single “Summer is Hot with My Little Trans Lover” (44:05).

We explore 12 gear suggestions for women that will be of special interest to visually impaired and blind outdoor enthusiasts. Our bucket list segment comes from British Columbia and the founder of one of Canada’s first-ever community-supported fisheries. Lawrence has tips for harvesting your own fish and reflects on what we can learn from First Nations fishers about celebrating the days catch, as well as being aware of fish consumption advisories. The days are growing warmer and lon...

In the inaugural episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we get schooled with Ms. Lily on what kind of outdoors person you are. We'll also talk bucket lists with Heather Figueiredo, Founder and Director of the Cambridge Farm and Forest School. Finally Lawrence will tell you how he uses buck saws.

Lawrence Gunther explains why we should be paying more attention to the amount of plastic in our oceans. From the October 9, 2018 episode.

This week, Steven and Marc chat with Lawrence Gunther and Canon about a new raised printing process that is redefining imagery for everyone. Plus, the pair are joined by CSUN's Julia Santiago to preview the event.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, we commemorate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day and speak with Felix Berry, curator of Indigenous perspectives and content at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. We also hear from Jesse Boiteau, the Senior Archivist at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. Other guests on the show include community reporter J.R. Bjornson in Red Deer, Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech, and environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther. This is the June 21, 2022 e...

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther reflects on the United Nations report on climate change. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson tells us about a new blind golf program by the Alberta Sports and Recreation Association for the Blind in Edmonton. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech describes a new partnership between Barilla and the Be My Eyes app that offers cooking assistance to users who are blind and partially sighted. And, veteran political correspond...

Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio discusses the federal government’s efforts to meet its conservation goals. From the January 16, 2018 episode.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about a virus that’s spreading among farmed salmon in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia. This is the February 18, 2020 show.

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly’s Did You Know segment focuses on amazing things you probably never knew about owls! And then, the gang heads out to visit the Tropical Rain Forest ecosystem at Montreal’s Biodome. Lawrence demos the Mervin Merlin Bird app and speaks with Olivia Carvalho from Birds Canada about the efforts underway to protect birds and their habitat. Let’s all do what we can to make sure these descendants of dinosaurs are around for many more ...

We find out more about a new virtual technology from the company Infoway. It could help you avoid long lines at the doctor’s office. Plus, our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses the implications of Donald Trump's decision to pull the US out of the Paris climate agreement. We also get a preview of a new show that's launching on AMI-audio, called 'The Walrus with Lloyd Robertson.'

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses the risks facing Canada’s wild salmon population. From the July 16, 2019 episode.

On episode 6 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther we explore the world of birds, bird songs, and giant birds, and we aren’t talking Sesame Street. Ms. Lilly schools us as usual about giant birds, and the bucket list destination is Bird Kingdom in Niagara Falls. Dave Brown speaks with Lawrence about backyard birds and the best way to keep them fed and safe, and Lawrence shares some tips and tech suggestions on bird song identification and more.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther shares the highlights from The Living Planet Report, produced by the World Wildlife Fund. Kristen MacDonald from Special Olympics PEI discusses the barriers to healthcare facing athletes with intellectual disabilities. We discuss whether Calgary’s Olympic Bid is a good idea for the community. Community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about a social event in Saint John, New Brunswick for people who are interested in knitting and crafting. Anja...

The B.C. government is taking steps to preserve its unique environmental landscape. Lawrence Gunther discusses their latest initiative for a Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework. From the December 19, 2023, episode.

This episode was broadcast live from the CNIB building in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Lawrence Gunther explains the various sustainability labels on seafood packages. Kim Thistle-Murphy tells us about a local advocacy strategy for people with disabilities in St. John's. Bobby Weir reviews a hiking trail near Kelowna, BC. Mike Feir shows us how to subscribe to AMI-audio podcasts using the standard Apple Podcast app. Marc Aflalo introduces some of the accessibilit...

Fishing blind or blind fishing – it all depends on who’s doing the fishing. ON Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Ms Lilly tells us where to go to catch the biggest catfish in Canada, and has some giant catfish stories, including how to noodle to catch catfish. Dr. Catfish calls in to tell listeners about his new book featuring his favorite catfish fishing rigs and invites listeners to join his blind fishing email list. Lawrence shares his fishing tips and reflects on fishing with his ...

On Episode 19 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, it’s all about Lake Superior. Ms Lilly explains how we can help lower greenhouse gasses and suggests the family re-visit Lake Superior’s Sleeping Giant. Lawrence and his special guests discuss why the big lake is becoming famous for all sorts of reasons and offers tips on sailing blind. Let’s get to know the lake the Ojibwe call gichi-gami, after all, it’s only the biggest lake in the world.