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  • Bill 101 criticized as “disaster” for students with disabilities

    Bill 101 criticized as “disaster” for students with disabilities
    May 3 2026
    May 1, 2026 -- Ceremony, a documentary directed by Nuxalk filmmaker Banchi Hanuse, had its Canadian premiere at Hot Docs, one of North America’s largest documentary festivals. Portley Ghartey-Joshnson speaks with Qwaxw Siwallace, who appears in the film, about the significance of bringing Ceremony to Hot Docs, and the broader importance of Indigenous storytelling. Plus, the Ontario government’s proposed Bill 101, also known as the “Putting Student Achievement First Act,” is drawing criticism from disability advocates and education groups across the province. Host Emma Amodio speaks with David Lepofsky, chair of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, to learn more. Harsh Kumar has the top headlines of the week.
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    29 Min.
  • Eight years after Toronto van attack, addressing gender-based violence remains critical

    Eight years after Toronto van attack, addressing gender-based violence remains critical
    Apr 24 2026
    April 24, 2026 -- This week marks eight years since the 2018 Toronto van attack, an act of gender-based violence that killed 11 people. The anniversary is now recognized as Anne Marie D’Amico Day of Kindness and Love, and highlights the ongoing need for gender-based violence education and support. Host Emma Amodio speaks with Rachel Morrison from the North York Women’s Shelter about the work they do and why centring kindness matters. Then, Kinza Zafar takes listeners to the “ice man” sculpture, where people react to Drake’s latest stunt. Plus, Olivia Chow weighs in as firefighters move in to hose it down.
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    29 Min.
  • Parents Speak Out on Special Education at TDSB Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting

    Parents Speak Out on Special Education at TDSB Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting
    Apr 17 2026
    April 17, 2026 — Elliot Kelly attends the Toronto District School Board’s Special Education Advisory Committee, hearing from parents across the city whose children have disabilities. We’ll hear from parents, students with special needs, and David Lepofsky, chair of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, about their recommendations and the importance of special education in schools. Then, as part of National Canadian Film Day, Portley Ghartey-Johnson watched Subjects of Desire, a documentary exploring the beauty standards and stereotypes that shape the experiences of Black women. She speaks with organizers and director Jennifer Holness about their takeaways from the film. Harsh Kumar has the top headlines.
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    29 Min.
  • The Art of Adventure highlights how art contributes to environmental advocacy

    The Art of Adventure highlights how art contributes to environmental advocacy
    Apr 15 2026
    April 10, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with director Allison Reid about The Art of Adventure, a documentary exploring the intersection of art, activism and environmentalism, and its role in broader environmental education. Then, Harsh Kumar discusses the growing use of AI in schoolwork with Tutor Doctor’s Alisa Rampersaud, examining the implications for students and education.
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    29 Min.
  • The Queer Space TMSU addresses student isolation and mental health challenges

    The Queer Space TMSU addresses student isolation and mental health challenges
    Apr 4 2026
    April 3, 2026 — Elliot Kelly reports from the Ontario Legislative Assembly, where the Standing Committee on Public Accounts questioned provincial ministries on their progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Then, Host Emma Amodio speaks with Cris Nippard of TMSU’s The Queer Space about the group’s efforts to address isolation and support mental health among 2SLGBTQIA+ students on campus.
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    29 Min.
  • TMU event sparks debate amid external investigation

    TMU event sparks debate amid external investigation
    Mar 30 2026
    March 27, 2026 — Kinza Zafar speaks with Lori Beckstead and Gur Tsabar about a TMU event involving Israeli soldiers, and how the University is responding. Then, Elliot Kelly reports from a rally at Queen’s Park, where advocates are calling on the Ford government to increase education funding for children with special needs and autism.

    ** Disclaimer: Beckstead is a member of Met Radio’s Board of Directors. Met Radio’s news team remains fully independent in their reporting and production process, uninfluenced by the station’s Board.
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    29 Min.
  • Oscar win puts spotlight on Canadian film and its funding

    Oscar win puts spotlight on Canadian film and its funding
    Mar 20 2026
    March 20, 2026 — Following a win for Canadian film at the 98th Academy Awards, Portley Ghartey-Johnson speaks with Oscar-winning co-director Chris Lavis about The Girl Who Cried Pearls and the importance of funding Canadian media. Then, Elliot Kelly takes us inside ROMACON’s Indigenous reconciliation session, featuring conversations with Wendy Landry and Brian Hill.
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    29 Min.
  • Breaking down the TMSU $20-million lawsuit over election interference

    Breaking down the TMSU $20-million lawsuit over election interference
    Mar 13 2026
    March 13, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with TMSU interim co-executive director Scott Miller Berry about TMSU's $20-million lawsuit against former executive members just days before the March election. Then, Elliot Kelly reports from the Toronto Bike Expo, speaking with cycling and advocacy groups at the event. TMU's Master of Journalism class bring this week's headlines.
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    29 Min.