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June 18, 2023 - Have you ever experienced a sudden layoff? from 2023-06-17T00:10
This week Bell Canada Enterprises Inc. cut around three per cent of its workforce, which means about 1,300 people have been laid off. What advice would you give to someone who just lost their job?
ListenSept 12, 2021 - Which party leader has won or lost your vote? from 2021-09-12T00:10
There's just over a week until election day. Canadians will head to the polls on Monday, Sept. 20. Earlier this week, the party leaders faced off in the only English-language debate this campaign. ...
ListenNov. 8, 2020 - What do the U.S. election results mean to you? What do they say about the United States? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Democrat Joe Biden defeated President Donald Trump to become the 46th president of the United States on Saturday. We hear from Canadians about what the election results mean to them.
ListenAsk Me Anything: Bruce Heyman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former U.S. ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman takes your calls and questions about what's at stake for Canada in the U.S. election.
ListenNov. 1, 2020 - What worries you about the U.S. election? What questions do you have? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Polls have Democratic nominee Joe Biden in the lead for the Nov. 3 election, but after 2016, do you trust the polls — or are we in for another surprise? While you may not be able to cast a ballot ...
ListenOct. 25, 2020 - How are you celebrating Halloween this year? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Public health officials are advising that kids avoid trick or treating this Halloween in Toronto, Ottawa and parts of New Brunswick. With the annual tradition off the table, parents should find oth...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Senator Murray Sinclair from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sen. Murray Sinclair takes listeners' phone calls on the role of the Governor General and the ongoing Mi'kmaw fishery dispute in Nova Scotia as part of Cross Country Checkup's Ask Me Anything series.
ListenOct. 18, 2020 - Is it time to reconsider whether Canada needs a Governor General? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Amid allegations that she berated, belittled and humiliated Rideau Hall staff, Gov. Gen. Julie Payette has come under fire for her behaviour while Canada's representative for the Queen. Those repor...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Susan Rice from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Americans go the polls in less than a month. Susan Rice, former U.S. national security adviser to Barack Obama and ambassador to the United Nations, took listeners' calls as part of Checkup's Ask M...
ListenOct. 11, 2020 - How do you correct people who are misinformed about COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When questionable information about the novel coronavirus flows from family, friends, or co-workers, is it time for flight — or fight — for you? Our question this week: How do you correct people wh...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Elizabeth May from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Former Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May takes listeners' calls as part of Cross Country Checkup's Ask Me Anything series.
ListenOct. 4, 2020 - Can Canada afford all the pandemic relief spending? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Though the economy is rebounding, many Canadians still remain out of work — and are relying on government support — thanks to the pandemic. But those coronavirus-related aid packages have come at a...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Beverley McLachlin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What questions do you have for Canada's first female chief justice on the Supreme Court of Canada? Beverley McLachlin joins us Sunday on Checkup's Ask Me Anything!
ListenSept. 27, 2020 - Is it time to cancel family gatherings like Thanksgiving? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For many Canadians, Thanksgiving is a time to bring family around the table for a delicious feast. But Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says this year, those gatherings might not be a good idea — unt...
ListenSept. 20, 2020 - Is it time to call an election? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Justin Trudeau's Liberal government faces a critical moment this week, with a throne speech and ensuing confidence vote that could theoretically lead to a fall election. If an election were called,...
ListenAsk Me Anything: David Suzuki from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Environmentalist and The Nature of Things host David Suzuki joins Checkup host Ian Hanomansing for our Ask Me Anything statement.
ListenSept. 13, 2020 - What questions and concerns do you have about COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As cases rise across the country, our expert panel of guests answer your questions and concerns about COVID-19.
ListenSept. 6, 2020 - Are you prepared for back to school? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Heading back to school this year is anything but back to normal. With many worried about how COVID-19 could affect students in the classroom, children, parents, and teachers will have to confront ...
ListenAug 30, 2020 - How do you think Canada will be impacted by the upcoming U.S. election? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The U.S. presidential election is just two months away — and its results could send aftershocks north of the 49th parallel. CBC's senior news correspondent Paul Hunter guest hosts from Washington, ...
ListenAug. 23, 2020: Who should lead the Conservative Party of Canada? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After the ballots have been cast — but ahead of the final results being announced — join Checkup guest host Kathleen Petty just before the Conservative Party of Canada's next leader is crowned.
ListenAug. 16, 2020: What are you telling your kids about back to school? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For some parents, deciding whether to send children back to school next month can be an impossible decision. As many balance worries about COVID-19 with a push to return students to the classroom, ...
ListenAsk Me Anything: COVID-19 vaccine edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Virologist and vaccine expert Dr. Alyson Kelvin has been at the forefront of Canada's quest to find a treatment for COVID-19. She answers vaccine questions from Checkup listeners and viewers online...
ListenAug. 8, 2020: How has the COVID-19 pandemic changed you? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For better or worse, many of us would say our outlook on life is different now than it was just a few months ago. Join guest host Adrienne Arsenault to talk about how life has changed for you this ...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Your questions about the WE Charity controversy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Power and Politics host Vassy Kapelos answers Canadians' questions about the WE Charity controversy, with Cross Country Checkup guest host Shelagh Rogers.
ListenAug. 2, 2020: What's your favourite summer read? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Looking for something to read during your staycation? Whether it's on the beach, balcony, park bench or front porch, The Next Chapter's Shelagh Rogers takes your calls about the books you can't put...
ListenJuly 26, 2020: Are classrooms safe during a pandemic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
While parents and students in Ontario and B.C. will find out more about the school year in the coming days, governments in Alberta and Nova Scotia have announced their back-to-school plans. Some te...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Comedians Alonzo Bodden & Ali Hassan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Comedians Ali Hassan and Alonzo Bodden take your calls about comedy during a pandemic, with guest host Ian Hanomansing.
ListenJuly 19, 2020: Is it too soon to reopen bars and restaurants? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The taps are flowing once again as bars and restaurants across Canada reopen, but some are wondering whether a return to eating out will end up a happy hour — or a hangover.
ListenAsk Me Anything: More of your COVID-19 questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We know that you still have lots of questions about COVID-19. Dr. Gerald Evans and professor Raywat Deonandan take listeners' calls about the pandemic on this week's Ask Me Anything.
ListenJuly 12, 2020: What grade do you give the Trudeau government on COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The federal Liberals enjoyed a surge in the polls for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the deficit is set to hit $343 billion as a result of their support measures. Guest host Rosemary ...
ListenJuly 5, 2020: What do you miss most about your favourite sport? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For months, the COVID-19 pandemic put professional sports and the Olympics on hold. But as the world begins to reopen, it's starting to look like it's game on. What are you looking forward to as th...
ListenJune 28, 2020: How do we get better at ending racism for kids in Canada? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Arjun Ram of CBC Kids News joins Duncan McCue to talk to kids, parents, educators and others to discuss how we can better fight racism that faces young people across Canada.
ListenJune 21, 2020: How can we fix long-term care in Canada? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Months into the COVID-19 pandemic, questions remain about what must be done to improve living conditions for seniors across the country. Join Duncan McCue on Checkup to discuss what must be done to...
ListenJune 14, 2020: Is it time to rethink policing in Canada? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Thousands of Canadians have taken to the streets demanding an end to police brutality, calling out systemic racism in policing and making the case for defunding police. But what does "defunding pol...
ListenJune 7, 2020: Ask Me Anything with El Jones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Poet and activist El Jones is one of a growing chorus of voices calling on Canadians to speak out against racism within our borders, and calling attention that anti-black racism isn't limited to th...
ListenJune 7, 2020: What advice do you have for the graduating class of 2020? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, graduation this year will look very different for teenagers and their friends and family. Myah Elliott of CBC Kids News joins Duncan McCue to take your calls and me...
ListenMay 31, 2020: What are your thoughts on the George Floyd protests in the U.S.? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Anger over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and, more widely, the treatment of African Americans at the hands of police sparked clashes between protesters and law enforcement in dozens of c...
ListenHow has COVID-19 changed the way you think about work? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the COVID-19 curve flattens, the gradual process of reopening non-essential businesses is underway across the country. Many are keen to collect a paycheque again, but clouds of doubt remain. Goi...
ListenAsk Me Anything: Gardening edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this time of uncertainty, pandemic gardens are sprouting up all over. Whether you're a newbie or serious green thumb, join gardening gurus Brian Minter and Marjorie Harris for our Ask Me Anythin...
ListenMay 17, 2020: How has COVID-19 affected your summer plans? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Were you looking forward to going somewhere or doing something special this summer? Have your plans been cancelled? Duncan McCue takes your calls, emails and comments today on Cross Country Checkup.
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