Ontario Morning from CBC Radio

We heard about a proposal to improve the economy one person at a time. London city councillor Paul Hubert described Hire 1.The inventor of a popular snack food has passed away in Belleville. Kent Hawkins of Hawkins Cheezies told us about James Marker. Jim Costello of the Lambton-Kent District school board explained how a recent accident has led them to ban high jumping. SNC Lavalin is under pressure from its shareholders after numerous allegations of corruption. Business management expert Tyler Chamberlin shared his insights. Simcoe County artist Mary Lynne Atkinson told us how one of her paintings will be displayed at the Louvre. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Arnold Amber told us why the Canadian Government gets a failing grade in respecting some aspects of press freedom. Stratford's production of Jesus Christ Superstar has received two Tony nominations. Director Des McAnuf shared his thoughts about the honour.

The town of Goderich now has master plan to rebuild after last year's tornado. We got details from Wai Ying di Giorgio. Free speech advocates say new American cybersecurity legislation goes way too far. Our tech columnist Jessie Hirsh told us more. Researcher Jason Clemens from the MacDonald Laurier Institute says that demands to tax the wealthy more are based on incorrect assumptions about the divide between the rich and the less well-off. Students in Simcoe County want French Immersion. We spoke with grade 12 student Victoria Edwards and to Debra Edwards, trustee at the board. Veteran MPP Elizabeth Witmer joined us to tell us why she's quit politics. And do you have a music teacher who inspired you? Radio Two's Tom Allen told us about a special tribute to music teachers who made a difference.

The world's tallest and stinkiest flower is about to bloom in Niagara Falls. Joan Cornelius told us more about Amorphophallus Titanum - also known as the Titan Arum. May Day is dedicated to observing the accomplishments of parties and organizations with a socialist heritage. Labour expert David Camfield discussed the state of the union movement in Canada.Should communities get a say over casinos? We heard why MPP Monte McNaughton wants a referendum.The CBC's Greg Weston looks back at the first year as a majority governent for the Conservatives led by Stephen Harper. And we learned about the softer side of a mixed martial artist from London. We spoke to filmmaker Garianno Lorenzo about his documentary film on Mark Hominick.

Former Senator, Mike Kirby told us about I'm Not Myself Today a campaign to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness. Looking for a dog groomer? Nancy Bryson told us what to watch for. Business is booming at a UPS outlet in Ogdensburg, New York across the border from Prescott. The CBC's Hallie Cotnam told us how some shoppers were saving money by ordering online from the U.S. Will Michael Rafferty, who has been accused of murdering Tori Stafford, take the stand? Criminal lawyer Michael Kruse told us what Rafferty's defence team would be considering. What a season for the London Knights and their owners the Hunters. We heard from broadcaster Mike Stubbs. Soccer coach Rick Morandini advocated for scoreless soccer games for beginning players. Children who experience trauma are aging faster. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us how.

When you become a popular social media site, there's a downside: spammers. Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh told us more. Ian Lee of Carleton University looked at the varying economic outlooks between Canada and the U.S. and Britain and the European Union. A private member's bill will be introduced in the legislature today to prohibit anyone under 18 from using tanning beds. We heard from cancer survivor, Kate Neale in Belleville and Joanne Di Nardo of the Canadian Cancer Society. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Psychiatrist Dr Irvin Wolkoff's offered his personal and personal reaction to recent research citing risks from the use of anti-depressants. The Bookcase book store in Huntsville is closing its doors. We spoke with owner Louise Parkinson.

It could be a banner year for grain farmers. We heard why from Todd Austin at Grain Farmers of Ontrario. McMaster researcher Paul Andrews talks about his research that indicates that taking anti- depressants could outweigh the benefits. Alberta's Premier Alison Redford wants the provinces to come together to create a national energy strategy. We had analysis from Roger Gibbins of the Canada West Foundation. Make way for ducklings! Jennifer Gillard told us how a duck family has nested at the local hospital in Cobourg. Mitch Brogan was left a quadriplegic after being struck by a car. He's now walking with the help of robotic legs. Cathie Lee in Collingwood told us more about their program A "Poem in the Pocket" for national poetry month. We talked to author and nurse Bronnie Ware about the 'Five Regrets of the Dying'.

Amazon's reach is growing not just because of its online sales. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explains how their enormous server capacity also serves other businesses. Apple grower Brian Gilroy told us about the impact that this cold snap has had after a very early start to spring. The Liberals and New Democrats have made a deal over the budget to avoid a provincial election.Political scientist Henry Jacek offered his analysis. Robin Borrowman from Perth shared the story of how her young daughter's life was saved after receiving a donated heart. Is fishing barbaric? Philosophy teacher and angler Rob Stainton of London looked at the question. The CBC's Louise Elliot assessed yesterday's election victory by Alison Redford and the Progressive Conservatives in Alberta. And we talked to a man who calls himself an "underearner".

Author Nikolas Barry-Shaw told us about his book Paved With Good Intentions: Canada's development NGOs, From Idealism to Imperialism. London wants to hear your vision for the city. City planner John Flemming told us more. Ontario teachers face a rising number of false accusations of mistreatment by their student. We heard more from educator Jon Bradley. Can peer pressure encourage more organ donors? We talked to Ronnie Gavsie at the Trillium Gift of Life Network. Walrus magazine editor Rachel Giese explains her argument from a recent article that we may have taken our concerns about bullying too far. The historic Woodlands estate on Lake Simcoe is up for sale for a mere $17 million. We got details from owner Mark Porter. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us more about a recent study on the effects of alcohol.

The price of farmland is soaring. We heard why from agricultural economist Phillip Shaw. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. Yesterday the federal government announced the Kingston Penitentiary will be closed. We heard about the impact on prisoners from Howard Sapers, ombudsman for inmates and about the economic impact on the city from Jeff Garrah. Marketing prof essor Marvin Ryder talked about the double-edged effect of the hit-filled NHL playoffs. The games are attracting record audiences in the States, but the association with violence may be giving some advertisers second thoughts. We concluded the series Disappearing Daughters with a final offering of opinion from a community panel.

Mike Payne told us about the efforts by students at Queen's University in Kingston to build a better backyard chicken coop. We heard suggestions on how to ensure your child is getting enough sleep. Author and academic Isabela Granic was our guest. The Toronto Star's Michelle Shephard talked about the prospect of Omar Khadr being repatriated to Canada and what his future will be here. Dr. Larry Schnurr told about his dramatic roadside rescue of a motorcyclist who had an accident. We got some tips on 'greening' our personal grooming from the author of the Ecoholic series of books, Adria Vasil. JC Kenny had the Kingston Report. The director of the Tom Thomson Gallery, Virginia Eichhorn told us about the inquiries she gets from people who think they have unnearthed a forgotten work by a master. And in the continuing series, Disappearing Daughters, we hear excerpts from a panel discussion on cultural attitudes among immigrant communities toward gender selection.

Stormont Dundas Glengarry in Eastern Ontario is trying to 'brand' itself. North Dundas mayor Eric Duncan told us how. Have you seen the Red Admiral butterflies? We heard more from naturalist Drew Monkman in Peterborough. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explained why Apple computer products are no longer immune to threats from hackers and viruses. Jan Johnstone at the Bluewater District School Board explained how and why they finally passed a regulation to ban the distribution of religious materials to students. John Gillis at Fort Henry introduced us to their new mascot, a goat: David the 10th. Music teacher Paul Coates offers advice on how to keep practising a musical instrument from turning into torture. Queen's professor Bruce Pardy shared his views about the federal government's new rules about environmental assessments. The CBC's Mary Wiens brought us part three of the series Disappearing Daughters.

Cynthia Wesley Esquimaux of the Georgina Island First Nation told us about the significance of a land claims deal in central Ontario. Some tornado victims in Goderich are now battling insurance companies. We heard more from town councillor Kevin Morrison, who has taken up their cause. Acting Mayor, councillor Steven Orser and resident Oliver Hobson talked about the lively debate in London over a suggestion that the city adopt new rules of decorum for citizens attending council meetings. On this week's Ottawa Report, Rob Russo of the Canadian Press told us why the 30 anniversary of the Charter of Rights is getting little attention from the federal government. A disproportionate number of boys are born to Indian families in Ontario. We continued our series Disappearing Daughters with midwife Manavi Handa.