Hilary at TVO
@hclark.bsky.social
Producer for TVO Today Live, and formerly for The Agenda with Steve Paikin.
Zowie: "Power subsidies now make up the majority of the [Ontario] provincial deficit, which is projected to be $13.5 billion this year." #onpoli www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
Ontario nearly doubles household electricity rebates to cover surging hydro prices
While the net result on residential hydro bills is minimal, the increase in the rebate will cost taxpayers an estimated $2 billion more per year — meaning power subsidies will
www.thestar.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Zowie: "Power subsidies now make up the majority of the [Ontario] provincial deficit, which is projected to be $13.5 billion this year." #onpoli www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
How did we get to a place where good 'ole boys living in the fumes of Cold War thinking now have us headed back to the worst of that era? First nuclear testing, now this. We can do better, world.
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As U.S. ramps up the pressure, Venezuela pleads with Moscow, Beijing for help
Documents show Maduro drafted letter asking Russia for missiles, radars and upgraded aircraft as U.S. forces amass in the Caribbean.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:57 PM
How did we get to a place where good 'ole boys living in the fumes of Cold War thinking now have us headed back to the worst of that era? First nuclear testing, now this. We can do better, world.
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While we await the Jays game… a smart, lively discussion of a tricky topic: Should #Snowbirds Skip the U.S. this Year?
@spaikin.bsky.social with @laura-babcock.bsky.social and Peter Shurman in #Newmarket. Special thanks to Mayor Taylor and Stephen Fine!
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@spaikin.bsky.social with @laura-babcock.bsky.social and Peter Shurman in #Newmarket. Special thanks to Mayor Taylor and Stephen Fine!
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Should Snowbirds Skip the U.S. This Year | TVO Today Live
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October 31, 2025 at 1:42 PM
While we await the Jays game… a smart, lively discussion of a tricky topic: Should #Snowbirds Skip the U.S. this Year?
@spaikin.bsky.social with @laura-babcock.bsky.social and Peter Shurman in #Newmarket. Special thanks to Mayor Taylor and Stephen Fine!
youtu.be/ZV-Cv_lLE9U?...
@spaikin.bsky.social with @laura-babcock.bsky.social and Peter Shurman in #Newmarket. Special thanks to Mayor Taylor and Stephen Fine!
youtu.be/ZV-Cv_lLE9U?...
Since Sunday is a day without baseball, why not join @spaikin.bsky.social for a live taping of TVO Today Live at the Upper Canada Mall in #Newmarket. Special guests include broadcasters @laura-babcock.bsky.social & Peter Shurman. It's free, tix & details: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-today-...
October 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Since Sunday is a day without baseball, why not join @spaikin.bsky.social for a live taping of TVO Today Live at the Upper Canada Mall in #Newmarket. Special guests include broadcasters @laura-babcock.bsky.social & Peter Shurman. It's free, tix & details: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-today-...
"Documents show that Amazon’s robotics team has an ultimate goal to automate 75 percent of its operations." www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/t...
Amazon Plans to Replace More Than Half a Million Jobs With Robots
www.nytimes.com
October 21, 2025 at 9:07 PM
"Documents show that Amazon’s robotics team has an ultimate goal to automate 75 percent of its operations." www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/t...
If you're busy tonight, don't forget to check out the new show at tvo.org after whatever it is you may be doing go jays go!. Kudos to @jeyantvo.bsky.social, Stacey Dunseath, @katieoconnor.bsky.social, Preeti Bhuayn and the whole team. A new era begins.
October 20, 2025 at 9:48 PM
If you're busy tonight, don't forget to check out the new show at tvo.org after whatever it is you may be doing go jays go!. Kudos to @jeyantvo.bsky.social, Stacey Dunseath, @katieoconnor.bsky.social, Preeti Bhuayn and the whole team. A new era begins.
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"People do believe you and take [a cancer diagnosis] more seriously." On the next (MIS)Treated, Nam talks to @farrahsafiakhan.bsky.social about raising a child while facing breast and cervical cancer. | Producers: @namshine.bsky.social and @matthewomara.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...
October 16, 2025 at 8:06 PM
"People do believe you and take [a cancer diagnosis] more seriously." On the next (MIS)Treated, Nam talks to @farrahsafiakhan.bsky.social about raising a child while facing breast and cervical cancer. | Producers: @namshine.bsky.social and @matthewomara.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...
For the record, speeding tickets -- regardless of whether it's from an officer or a camera -- are not "gouging taxpayers." They're doing what all tickets do: incentivize people to follow the law. It will cost taxpayers A LOT more to hire the number of police needed to enforce the law. #onpoli
September 25, 2025 at 3:42 PM
For the record, speeding tickets -- regardless of whether it's from an officer or a camera -- are not "gouging taxpayers." They're doing what all tickets do: incentivize people to follow the law. It will cost taxpayers A LOT more to hire the number of police needed to enforce the law. #onpoli
So, you mean that you can't trust everything you see on YouTube? Makes you wonder if one day there might be a thirst for verified, reliable information online. Oh, wait... www.nytimes.com/2025/09/23/t...
YouTube to Reinstate Accounts Banned Over Content Related to the Pandemic and 2020 Election
www.nytimes.com
September 23, 2025 at 7:46 PM
So, you mean that you can't trust everything you see on YouTube? Makes you wonder if one day there might be a thirst for verified, reliable information online. Oh, wait... www.nytimes.com/2025/09/23/t...
First drones, now MiGs. This is not good. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Nato intercepts Russian warplanes violating Estonian airspace
Estonia says three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes.
www.bbc.com
September 19, 2025 at 8:10 PM
First drones, now MiGs. This is not good. www.bbc.com/news/article...
By something "bigger," does he mean the 51st state thing? www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Washington was hoping for ‘bigger’ deal with Canada than USMCA, ambassador says
Pete Hoekstra said White House wanted agreement encompassing numerous subjects, including defence
www.theglobeandmail.com
September 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
By something "bigger," does he mean the 51st state thing? www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Liberals would have 168 MPs, if this is confirmed. Still a strong minority, but do they consider University-Rosedale a safe seat? We'll see. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Freeland expected to leave cabinet, become international envoy for Ukraine
Announcement could come as early as Tuesday afternoon, a source says. She will remain an MP for the time being
www.theglobeandmail.com
September 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Liberals would have 168 MPs, if this is confirmed. Still a strong minority, but do they consider University-Rosedale a safe seat? We'll see. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
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(MIS)Treated launches on Sept 30th with @ambermac.bsky.social Amber was a great source of connection when I was navigating my fibroids journey. We will talk about how she fought for the care she needed and why women’s health needs more research and funding. Thank you to all who have reached out ❤️🙏
Explore how medicine has – and still is – failing women. (MIS)Treated, a new TVO Today podcast hosted by @namshine.bsky.social, shares real stories of mistreatment and misdiagnosis, and speaks to the people looking to make a difference. Listen Sept. 30. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...
September 16, 2025 at 2:10 PM
(MIS)Treated launches on Sept 30th with @ambermac.bsky.social Amber was a great source of connection when I was navigating my fibroids journey. We will talk about how she fought for the care she needed and why women’s health needs more research and funding. Thank you to all who have reached out ❤️🙏
City of Vaughan decides it's not fair to issue automated speeding tickets to speeders as part of an effort to deal with speeding on city streets. Look forward to hearing what replacement mechanism might be more fair than having those who break the rules face fines. www.thestar.com/news/gta/a-k...
‘A knee-jerk reaction’: Vaughan city council votes to cancel speed camera program
In a hastily organized special committee meeting in Vaughan, the mayor and some councillors on Monday voted to kill the city’s automated speed camera program.
www.thestar.com
September 15, 2025 at 10:16 PM
City of Vaughan decides it's not fair to issue automated speeding tickets to speeders as part of an effort to deal with speeding on city streets. Look forward to hearing what replacement mechanism might be more fair than having those who break the rules face fines. www.thestar.com/news/gta/a-k...
I'll admit, it did surprise me. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
Who’s more sensitive to pain, men or women? The answer may surprise you.
As we learn more about how pain processing can vary between women and men, it might lead to better treatments.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 12, 2025 at 3:33 PM
I'll admit, it did surprise me. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
Under-appreciated part of @mark-carney.bsky.social's announcement yesterday: the intent to pursue a "Canadian sovereign cloud." In a digital world, digital sovereignty matters. thequantuminsider.com/2025/09/12/c...
Carney Pushes for Sovereign Cloud as Canada Navigates Quantum Future
The Prime Minister has directed Canada’s new Major Projects Office to develop a sovereign cloud as part of the country’s agenda.
thequantuminsider.com
September 12, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Under-appreciated part of @mark-carney.bsky.social's announcement yesterday: the intent to pursue a "Canadian sovereign cloud." In a digital world, digital sovereignty matters. thequantuminsider.com/2025/09/12/c...
Democracy may not be perfect, but it's certainly better than the alternatives. @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social's Freedom and Prosperity Indexes conclude that "freedom is the surest path to long-term development & well-being." Much to explore here: www.atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-res...
2025 Freedom and Prosperity Indexes: How political freedom drives growth
As the Freedom and Prosperity Indexes show political freedom declining worldwide, new data analysis shows importance for lasting prosperity.
www.atlanticcouncil.org
September 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Democracy may not be perfect, but it's certainly better than the alternatives. @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social's Freedom and Prosperity Indexes conclude that "freedom is the surest path to long-term development & well-being." Much to explore here: www.atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-res...
"For 70 years, the field had believed the brain could not rewire. Now, 'we’re actually on the verge of guiding that rewiring,' Dr. Dukelow said." www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/s...
A Pill to Heal the Brain Could Revolutionize Neuroscience
www.nytimes.com
September 4, 2025 at 6:46 PM
"For 70 years, the field had believed the brain could not rewire. Now, 'we’re actually on the verge of guiding that rewiring,' Dr. Dukelow said." www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/s...
More on the trouble with plastics front: "Babies exposed to higher levels of phthalates in utero are more likely to be born prematurely, have reproductive problems and infertility later in life, and even be diagnosed with ADHD."
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www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...
The health risks from plastics almost nobody knows about
Researchers have linked phthalates, chemicals found in plastics, to premature birth, infertility and ADHD.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM
More on the trouble with plastics front: "Babies exposed to higher levels of phthalates in utero are more likely to be born prematurely, have reproductive problems and infertility later in life, and even be diagnosed with ADHD."
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“It is a tragic and destructive irony that, in the name of national security, the United States is now injuring the allies that have contributed the most to its economic well-being while leaving China far less disadvantaged,” writes @adamposen.bsky.social.
The New Economic Geography
Who profits in a post-American world?
www.foreignaffairs.com
August 21, 2025 at 3:52 PM
“It is a tragic and destructive irony that, in the name of national security, the United States is now injuring the allies that have contributed the most to its economic well-being while leaving China far less disadvantaged,” writes @adamposen.bsky.social.
Looks like Trump and Putin have different definitions of 'peace through strength.' Shocked, just shocked. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Russia launches biggest wave of strikes on Ukraine for weeks
Ukrainian officials say the attacks included drones, hypersonic, ballistic, and cruise missiles.
www.bbc.com
August 21, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Looks like Trump and Putin have different definitions of 'peace through strength.' Shocked, just shocked. www.bbc.com/news/article...
For all the things that have come out of the meetings in Washington today between Trump and Zelenskyy, the most chilling to me was the moment when Trump said something like, 'so if you're at war you can't have elections?' Felt like he made a mental note of that.
August 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM
For all the things that have come out of the meetings in Washington today between Trump and Zelenskyy, the most chilling to me was the moment when Trump said something like, 'so if you're at war you can't have elections?' Felt like he made a mental note of that.
Ever wonder how your tax dollars end up being allocated? Just one of the interesting ways to view the data offer here, from a @buildcanada.com project: canadaspends.com/en/tax-visua...
Get The Facts About Government Spending
Government spending shouldn't be a black box. We turn complex data into clear, non-partisan insights so every Canadian knows where their money goes.
canadaspends.com
August 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Ever wonder how your tax dollars end up being allocated? Just one of the interesting ways to view the data offer here, from a @buildcanada.com project: canadaspends.com/en/tax-visua...
Reportedly, there's a popular new saying in China about U.S. President Trump's trade war, among other things: "So what?”
And Beijing is pretty bullish on the president's second term.
www.foreignaffairs.com/china/china-...
And Beijing is pretty bullish on the president's second term.
www.foreignaffairs.com/china/china-...
China Is Enjoying Trump 2.0
How the trade war is helping Beijing prepare for long-term competition.
www.foreignaffairs.com
August 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Reportedly, there's a popular new saying in China about U.S. President Trump's trade war, among other things: "So what?”
And Beijing is pretty bullish on the president's second term.
www.foreignaffairs.com/china/china-...
And Beijing is pretty bullish on the president's second term.
www.foreignaffairs.com/china/china-...
Watching Trump applaud Putin's arrival in the U.S., then see the two pals get in a car -- just the two of them! -- it's actually unbelievable. Here's some reading appropriate for the occasion. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/opi...
Opinion: Trump meets like-minded Putin, while the West watches
U.S. President wants to be able to claim he ended the war, but he’s always been too willing to accept the Russian rationale for peace
www.theglobeandmail.com
August 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Watching Trump applaud Putin's arrival in the U.S., then see the two pals get in a car -- just the two of them! -- it's actually unbelievable. Here's some reading appropriate for the occasion. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/opi...