The Big Story

In 2021 the federal government vowed to create a pathway to allow thousands of migrants to remain the country. Instead, deportation levels the past two years are higher than they've been in more than a decade. And we've spent more than $100 million on the deportation process.How did we end up with the opposite of what the government promised? Given Canada's shortage of housing and the health care crisis, how should the government handle the hundreds of thousands of migrants in the country? Why does the deportation process cost so much money? Is there a better way?GUEST: Noushin Ziafati, reporting for The Breach We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

Exploring the spike in dog attacks, theories include pandemic puppies and lax enforcement. Discussing the rise in incidents in Toronto and Edmonton, and the need for better control methods. Dr. Tim Arthur shares insights on understanding dog behavior to prevent attacks, advocating for responsible ownership over breed bans.

In a 12-month span from 1990-1991, three teenaged girls were murdered in Victoria, BC. All three had been sex trafficked and were working on what was then the city's "stroll" where sex workers solicited clients. All three were found separately, and the ensuing investigations were a jurisdictional mess. The crimes are unsolved to this day, though some with knowledge of the cases believe they may have been committed by the same person.Who were these girls and how did they find themselves on the stroll? What might we learn about these still-open cases more than 30 years later? Why couldn't police make headway in the 1990s and what's changed that might finally help bring the killer or killers to justice?GUEST: Laura Palmer, host and creator of Island Crime Season 6: Sweethearts We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

Exploring the challenges of competition in Canada's grocery market, including barriers for foreign chains like Aldi. Should Canada prioritize foreign-owned businesses over Canadian ones? Guest Vass Bednar provides insights on how to increase competition and consumer options in the sector.

Certified financial planner Jackie Porter discusses RRSPs, including contribution strategies, flexibility of withdrawals, using funds for home purchases, and planning for retirement. The importance of debt repayment, emergency funds, and investment management are highlighted, with advice on navigating RRSPs in today's economy.

Learn about the ethical and financial aspects of pet cloning, from a woman in BC cloning her deceased cat to the potential risks and costs involved. Explore the future of cloning technology, including saving endangered animals and resurrecting extinct species. Delve into the ethical dilemmas and market forces behind pet cloning, with a hint at the controversial topic of human cloning.

It's a case that sparked protests, made national headlines and may have swung a provincial election. And it's about to head to trial. You probably know it best for the fight over whether or not police would search Winnipeg's Prairie Green landfill — but at its core this story is about vulnerable women and the system that forgot them.As Jeremy Skibicki's trial begins this month, the landfill search has not. Why not? How did the alleged killer find his victims, and why was he free to find them in the first place? What will we learn about the connections between the women and Skibicki and could this all have been prevented?GUEST: Rachel Browne, investigative journalist, writing in Maclean's We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

The podcast delves into the recent increase in Canada's carbon tax, discussing its impact on consumers and the ongoing controversy. It explores the political strategies and policy proposals surrounding the carbon tax, as well as the challenges faced by the Liberal government. The episode also covers the history of the carbon tax debate, public perception, and the importance of effective communication in shaping the narrative.

Discover the battle for interoperability in the digital age, from exclusive tractor parts to Apple's universal charger. Hear how regulations are shaping technology standards and the fight for consumer choice. Explore the value of open ecosystems and the importance of open-source technologies in promoting innovation and fair competition.

Maple syrup isn't just a staple of Canadian culture. It's big business, especially in Quebec, where the sugary liquid is so vital to the economy that the province keeps a special syrup reserve on hand to control price fluctuations.Except that reserve is running low, dangerously low, after a couple of warm winters coupled with increased demand ate up most of the excess. And with climate change bringing even warmer winters in the years to come, the syrup industry is on alert. Is this a challenge to be overcome with ingenuity, or a crisis in the heart of syrup country?GUEST: Warren Mabee, director of the Queen's Institute for Energy and Environmental Policy at Queen's University We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter