Ontario Morning from CBC Radio

Photographer Mark Schacter talked about his book 'Sweet Seas: Portraits of the Great Lakes'. Geoff Coulson of Environment Canada talked about the frigid weather and how it compares to our seasonal norms. Dietician Leslie Beck told us about the concept beh

We heard about hopes for high speed internet in rural Ontario. Family doctor Peter Lin talked about kids and the flu. Parks Canada responded to concerns about fee hikes on the Rideau and Trent-Severn waterways. Peterborough police chief Murray Rodd made t

Marc Ackert told us how a proposed fee hike on the Rideau and Trent-Severn might affect his tour company. Greg Peters, chief of the Delaware Nation talked about participating in today's demonstration near the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor. London filmmaker

We heard from criminologist Mike Kempa about methods for reducing thecost of policing. Brian Gilroy in Meaford told us why he was disappointed with financial assistance being offered to orchard owners. Sean Atleo head of the Assembly of First Nations is o

In anticipation of the possible meeting between Aboriginal leaders and representatives of the federal government we spoke with Robert Shepherd an expert on First Nations management and governance from Carleton University. Family doctor Peter Lin talked ab

Sullivan of Ottawa Victim Services explains why he wants the province to extend compenstation to family members of murder victims even if that person was killed while committing a crime. Barrie councillor Bonnie Ainsworth is calling for a ban on feeding w

Andrew Henry told us what's involved in emergency repairs to a water pipe that supplies London. We talked about repairing the damage to the NHL brand following the lockout with Richard Powers of the Rotman School of Management. The flu is still persisting

Michelle Baldwin told us about the grants provided by local volunteers to improve the community as part of Awesome London. Sarnia's Chris Hadfield has been tweeting from space. We heard from Jesse Rogerson at the Ontario Science Centre. Claire Malcolmson

Jesse Hirsh told us about Leap Motion's new technology that allows control of computer functions without a mouse. The CBC's Hallie Cotnam visited a goat farm to learn about agri tourism. Greyhound has decided to offer discounted fares for students at West

Personal finance expert Alison Griffiths offered advice on how track your expenses and reach realistic financial goals. Jack Roe had this week Peterborough Report . We heard reaction from two teachers each of whom are heads of their respective union local

Heykel Kader of London talked about living on the street during Christmas week to raise awareness of the need for long-term solutions to homelessness. Trucker Bert Bloemendal of Mt. Brydges talked about his contribution to the HayEast program that is br

Family doctor Peter Lin told us about research that indicated that meditation may help ease pain and anxiety. Mike Stubbs the voice of the London Knights talked about the end of their remarkable winning streak. Ian Lee of the Sprott School of Business at

Young birder Josh Vandermeulen told us about his 'big year'. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. We heard about the siren that disturbing everyone but the seagulls its designed to scare away. Doug Annett offered tips for winter driving. Some peo

Give those pennies to a good cause. Catherine Mulvale told us how a critical illness led to involvement with the charity 'We Create Change'. Marva Wisdom recounted how a church significant to black heritage in Guelph has been saved. The increase in the use of electroshock therapy is causing concern for Dr Kiran Rabheru. How to decide which charity to donate to? Bri Trypuc of Charity Intelligence had some advice. Forrest Rowden of Cobourg described how he and his wife collected all of the junk mail they received for the year. We talked to astronaut Dave Williams about Chris Hadfield's mission to command the International Space Station. Marion's Tree is Sarnia is attracting tributes and memorials from different people. Kelly Baker had details.

We talked to psychologist and author Terri Orbuch about how your relationship with your in-laws could affect the success of your marriage. We checked in with food bank directors Peterborough, London and Kingston to find out how their holiday campaigns are faring. Judy Foster of the London Humane Society had the story of the dog that alerted rescuers by honking a truck horn. Can mass shootings be prevented? We heard from Kevin Cameron. Bruce Cheadle of the Canadian Press looked back at the year in federal politics. Bill Stephenson told us about his Facebook page, Vintage Kingston.