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#onpoli, a TVO podcast
#onpoli, a TVO podcast
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#onpoli, a TVO podcast, is all about Ontario politics. Join hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath for candid interviews and a... more

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Ontario's Auditor General slams Doug Ford

Every year, the Auditor General of Ontario releases an annual report detailing how money was spent in the Province of... more

06 Dec 2024 · 42 minutes
Doug Ford's about face on Donald Trump

Donald Trump's trade threats have caused mass economic panic. Doug Ford and Justin Trudeau have threatened retaliatory tactics. Steve Paikin... more

29 Nov 2024 · 27 minutes
Marit Stiles taps David Miller for new deal

The Ontario New Democratic party are pitching a new deal for municipalities that include re-uploading big costs to the province.... more

22 Nov 2024 · 34 minutes
Bonnie Crombie undercuts Doug Ford on taxes

Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie has made her first major election campaign promise: a tax cut for the middle class.... more

15 Nov 2024 · 29 minutes
Donald Trump is back, now what?

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States. What are the implications for Ontario's economy? Steve... more

08 Nov 2024 · 31 minutes
Peter Bethlenfalvy on the province's financial state of affairs

The fall economic statement shows the province is raking in more money than previously thought, but is it enough to... more

01 Nov 2024 · 23 minutes
Marit Stiles on her vision for Ontario

Queen's Park is back and still talking about bike lanes. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the government's first... more

25 Oct 2024 · 56 minutes
Checking in with Mike Schreiner and the Ontario Greens

Ontario Green Party leader Mike Schreiner joins the podcast to talk about his hopes for the party, the new session... more

18 Oct 2024 · 41 minutes
Province to review children's aid in Ontario

The province is undertaking an audit of children's aid societies in Ontario. This comes after Premier Doug Ford's criticized cost... more

11 Oct 2024 · 36 minutes
A third NDP MPP leaves Queen's Park

Bhutila Karpoche is the third NDP MPP to seek a federal nomination. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath talk about... more

04 Oct 2024 · 32 minutes
Bonnie Crombie on her vision for the Ontario Liberal party

Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie joins Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath to discuss her plans ahead of a potential... more

27 Sep 2024 · 35 minutes
The Tories keep hold of the Bay of Quinte

The Ontario PC Party has won the riding of Bay of Quinte, replacing former education minister Todd Smith. Steve Paikin... more

20 Sep 2024 · 36 minutes
A byelection spending spree in Prince Edward County

The Government of Ontario is spending millions on upgrading the water infrastructure in Prince Edward County — ahead of a... more

13 Sep 2024 · 30 minutes
Smartphones, alcohol, and nuclear energy, oh my!

A new ban on smartphones in Ontario's secondary schools has come into effect. How will students react to the new... more

06 Sep 2024 · 32 minutes
A midsummer check-in from AMO

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath return to the #onpoli podcast for a midsummer check-in from the Association of Municipalities... more

23 Aug 2024 · 25 minutes
Ontario Science Centre, Toronto by-election and the mailbag

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath round off another season of the #onpoli podcast with a mailbag episode. They answer... more

28 Jun 2024 · 41 minutes
A dry summer

LCBO workers are in legal strike position, and they've set a deadline of July 5 to get a deal made.... more

21 Jun 2024 · 38 minutes
An early election wouldn't hurt Doug Ford

Fresh polling shows the Progressive Conservatives would emerge victorious if an election was called early. Carolyn Parrish will be the... more

14 Jun 2024 · 36 minutes
What you need to know about Doug Ford's cabinet shuffle

On Thursday, Premier Doug Ford announced a new cabinet with some major changes. We'll give you the backstory on who... more

07 Jun 2024 · 41 minutes
Will Doug Ford call an early election?

Reaction continues to pour in after Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the government would pay $225 million to end an... more

31 May 2024 · 35 minutes
When Politics and Reality Collide

Back in 2021, the Ontario government used the notwithstanding clause to push through changes to campaign finance laws. Critics say... more

24 May 2024 · 29 minutes
Why the NDP is accusing the Progressive Conservatives of cowardice

The official opposition is accusing the Ontario government of shutting down debate on a private member's bill called Lydia's Law.... more

17 May 2024 · 32 minutes
The politics of the keffiyeh at Queen's Park

A new bill could impose major changes to the province's universities, raising concerns about the independence of the institutions.A town... more

10 May 2024 · 34 minutes
Progressive Conservatives win byelection

Queen's Park announces that ,back to basics, in Ontario schools means a cellphone and vape ban. Meanwhile, debates ensue over... more

03 May 2024 · 39 minutes
A lightning rod issue at Queen's Park

Earlier this week, a second unanimous consent vote to reverse a ban on wearing keffiyehs at Queen's Park failed to... more

26 Apr 2024 · 33 minutes
Takeaways from the federal budget 2024

The federal government has tabled its budget, which includes money for municipalities on housing and a tax on the rich.... more

19 Apr 2024 · 46 minutes
Breaking down the latest housing policy blitz

Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Paul Calandra unveiled The Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, a new... more

12 Apr 2024 · 37 minutes
Why Doug Ford won't budge on housing

The Canadian government has announced a new infrastructure fund that would provide billions to provinces and territories to build up... more

05 Apr 2024 · 44 minutes
Everything you need to know about Ontario's budget

Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy has unveiled Ontario's budget and it's a big one. The province is spending an unprecedented... more

28 Mar 2024 · 42 minutes
Bonnie Crombie distances herself from a carbon tax

Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie has said that if she becomes premier, she will not impose carbon tax on residents.... more

22 Mar 2024 · 34 minutes
Doug Ford's double standard on housing targets

Premier Doug Ford has been seen in recent weeks handing out large cheques to cities who have hit their housing... more

15 Mar 2024 · 40 minutes
The NDP hammers Ford on Highway 407 tolls

The official opposition is calling on the Ontario government to remove tolls for truckers on Highway 407. Their argument is... more

08 Mar 2024 · 38 minutes
A billion-dollar deal for post-secondary schools

Ontario's provincial government is infusing $1.3 billion into the post-secondary education system, but is it too little and too late?... more

01 Mar 2024 · 32 minutes
Queen's Park is back, here's what you need to know

MPPs have returned to Queen's Park after their winter hiatus to a jam-packed schedule with the Ontario PC Government introducing... more

23 Feb 2024 · 33 minutes
What's behind the Ontario Energy Board snub?

Late last year, Energy Minister Todd Smith said he'd introduce legislation to reverse a decision made by the Ontario Energy... more

16 Feb 2024 · 25 minutes
Supreme Court upholds mandate letter secrecy

The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed a request that would allow for the release of the Government of Ontario's... more

06 Feb 2024 · 45 minutes
New revelations in the Greenbelt scandal

Private emails sent between two aides have added a new chapter to the Greenbelt scandal that has plagued the Ontario... more

30 Jan 2024 · 38 minutes
Private clinics, public problems?

The Government of Ontario is set to expand the number of private health clinics allowed to perform certain types of... more

23 Jan 2024 · 30 minutes
New year, same priorities for Doug Ford

It's a new year, but the same old priorities for the Government of Ontario: Housing, affordability, and healthcare. Steve Paikin... more

16 Jan 2024 · 40 minutes
Rounding out 2023: Peel Region, beer sales, and a mail call

The Region of Peel will remain whole for the foreseeable future, bringing a close to a months-long ordeal for the... more

19 Dec 2023 · 43 minutes
Doug Ford's attacks against Bonnie Crombie lack facts

Last week, newly minted Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie made her first appearances at Queen's Park. While she spoke about... more

12 Dec 2023 · 38 minutes
Bonnie Crombie is in as the new Ontario Liberal leader

From mayor of Mississauga to new Ontario Liberal leader, Bonnie Crombie has seen a political rise over the last few... more

05 Dec 2023 · 37 minutes
Toronto's big new deal paves the way for mega spa

Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow have made an agreement that will give Canada's largest city billions in... more

28 Nov 2023 · 40 minutes
Ontario Liberals head to the polls

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the upcoming Ontario Liberal leadership election. Bonnie Crombie, Nate Erskine-Smith, Ted Hsu, and... more

21 Nov 2023 · 28 minutes
Revelations from Bonnie Lysyk's Greenbelt report

Last week, Bonnie Lysyk, Ontario's auditor general, released a report detailing recent changes to the Greenbelt and how there’s evidence... more

15 Aug 2023 · 29 minutes
A mid-summer check in

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath get caught up on all things Ontario during the month of July including the... more

01 Aug 2023 · 25 minutes
Olivia Chow is Toronto's new mayor and here's what that means

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the results of the Toronto mayoral by-election, and how the city's politics will... more

27 Jun 2023 · 31 minutes
How will strong mayors change Ontario municipalities?

Strong mayor powers are coming to 26 Ontario municipalities giving mayors a greater ability to win votes and appoint officials.Toronto... more

20 Jun 2023 · 35 minutes
Where there's smoke ...

Last week, parts of Ontario and the U.S. spent a number of days under a special air quality advisory from... more

13 Jun 2023 · 30 minutes
Yasir Naqvi is in for the OLP leadership

Yasir Naqvi, MP for Ottawa Centre, has thrown his hat into the ring for the Ontario Liberal Party leadership. He's... more

06 Jun 2023 · 26 minutes
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Last week, newly minted Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie made her first appearances at Queen's Park. While she spoke about her priorities... more