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Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about a proposal to build an enormous new oil sands mine in Alberta.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Jesse Klimitz from Human Space tells us about “Heritage for All,” a new project to develop accessible strategies for heritage properties.

High up in the Arctic Ocean close to the North Pole, a solitary ship just concluded 300 days of being tethered to an ice flow, much of that time was spent in continuous darkness. Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses this new research and the impact of climate change on the arctic. From the August 18, 2020 episode.

A pulp mill in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, has been ordered to stop pumping its effluent into the nearby waterway. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us more. Marc Aflalo from Your Tech Report tells us about the problems that are cropping up with Samsung’s groundbreaking new folding phones. The federal government is encouraging people to sign up to monitor the implementation of the proposed accessibility legislation. Donna Jodhan from Barrier-Free Canada tells us more. ...

In the first hour of the show, certified financial planner Ryan Chin explores the various factors that influence financial markets (11:50). Lawrence Gunther tells you all about Alkaline Hydrolysis (24:28). Elizabeth Mohler shares her reaction to the slow roll out of the Canada Disability Benefit (35:03). And, Amanda Shekarchi talks about the Barbie movie’s continued popularity as it becomes the second-highest grossing film in Warner Bros. history (45:00).

Many of us assume Saskatchewan is a province that features endless prairie plains alternating between native grasses and agricultural crops. That may be the case in a third of the province, but the rest is a unique mix of climate and ecological zones that make Saskatchewan a true outdoor lovers paradise. ON Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther this week Ms. Lilly brings us up to speed on Canada’s only population of Black Tail Prairie Dogs, Dr. Chris Somers from the University of Regina sh...

Alpine, nordic, telemark or back-country, what kind of skier are you? This week on Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther we delve into the world of winter skiing in all its forms. Ms. Lilly schools us on the different opportunities specific for those with low vision or blind, and our bucket list destination is the Braille Mountain Initiative in western Canada. Winters coming and it’s time to get out the boards.

We all expect a certain level of cleanliness on our beaches. But environmental expert Lawrence Gunther says that can get complicated. Karen Magee stops by the studio today to talk about the United Way in Simcoe, Muskoka.  This is the August 14, 2018 episode

Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio stops by to talk about the near-extinction of North Atlantic Right Whales.

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther we learn that Ms. Lilly has been captured by frogs – her heart that is. You won’t want to miss our second of a two-part series featuring a Canadian blind iron man competitor. Lawrence has some important news to share about an up-coming visit to Ontario’s Prince Edward County and the famous Sand Banks provincial Park, and will be reflecting on how to mitigate any negative social repercussions due to this latest wave of Covid 19. ...

Lawrence Gunther discusses the impact - or lack thereof - that documentaries on the environment are having on Canadians. Community reporter Gerry Harris gives us an update on White Cane Week activities in Saint John, New Brunswick. Regional content specialist Karen Magee talks about the problems with stop announcements on Ottawa public transit. Marc Aflalo offers his weekly tech report, including a look at how Amazon did with its 2017 holiday sales. And, our news quiz panel convenes...

We speak with our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther about the growing number of abandoned oil wells in Alberta. We hear how city council in Hamilton, Ontario responded to requests for better snow removal services. Jane Hudson, executive director of Disability Rights Iowa, tells us about her group’s efforts to make the Iowa caucuses more accessible. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about two new augmented reality devices. And Karen Magee and Dave Brown try to end Mark Ph...

This episode of the Ami Audio podcast Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther focuses on learning to identify birds by their sounds, and what it takes to successfully operate a community supported agriculture operation. Lawrence is helping Birds Canada to recruit volunteers to listen for birds at night, and Lawrence reflects on what it was like to grow up on a farm as a legally blind person with low vision.

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us why environmental organizations are calling on the federal government to address climate change in its measures for economic recovery. In our Accessibility Story Roundup, we discuss: the launch of a new monitor to sensor physical distancing. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson tells us about a new bus service launching in Alberta this week to provide an affordable and luxurious option for travelers. Nelson Régo of Cool Blind Tech describes...

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how Pyro Storms are making this year’s wildfires even more dangerous. From the June 4, 2019 episode

Accessibility reporter Meagan Gillmore updates you on the Canada Disability Benefit following the latest cabinet shuffle (19:51). Lawrence Gunther shares tips for planning the perfect camping experience (33:59)! And, community reporter Elizabeth Mohler gives you the scoop about a Silent Disco Dance Party at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto (43:37)!

Alexis Jonathan Conrad from the Government of Canada chats about their first annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion. Accessibility specialist Thea Kurdi describes what it takes to make transit fully accessible to passengers with disabilities. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains how ancient fire practices are beneficial to preventing the risk of wildfires. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson shares details about the upcoming Summer Science Circus in Edmonton. N...

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Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains why one of Canada’s largest lakes is in serious trouble. Our colleague Karen Magee tells us about a Friendship Circle in Montreal, which provides support to young people with special needs. We'll go through the results of yesterday’s election in New Brunswick. We’ll discuss the news that Ontario’s public sector pensions are being opened to up to workers at non-profits. Tech expert Marc Aflalo digs into Amazon’s surprise announc...