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Truro Housing Outreach Society coordinator on ways to tackle the stigma around substance use disorders. 13:00

4d ago13:00

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Last month we heard from Denise Burgess, who's eldest son has struggled with mental health and substance use disorders for years, and her ongoing efforts to get him simultaneous help for both. And we heard from Pam Cooley. Her son, Eli, died of fentanyl poisoning in January of 2020 in British Columbia. The two mothers were connected by an addiction…

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September 29th : 2024 - Still God - Mike Miller 35:15

10d ago35:15

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September 29th : 2024 - Still God - Mike Miller by Nova Church HalifaxNova Church Halifax

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Organist Roger Sayer on Interstellar 10 tour with the Royal Canadian College of Organists. 16:29

5d ago16:29

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The Royal Canadian College of Organists is bringing an event, called Interstellar 10, to five Canadian cities... And Halifax will be the first stop this Saturday at the Cathedral Church of All Saints. There will be performances and a Q & A with Roger Sayer, the original organist on the soundtrack to "Interstellar," released in 2014. The award-winni…

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Geordy Marshall stops by to talk about the Mi'kmaw History Month theme, "Food gathers us together." 8:05

5d ago8:05

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The Mi’kmaw History Month Committee has unveiled this year’s History Month poster -- and you can find it at mikmaqhistorymonth.ca Near the centre, it says -- in Mi'kmaw and in English--underneath that : "Food gathers us together." And then there's a lot of other detail, and imagery showcasing traditional foods, and food cycles. This was focus was c…

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Former homecare coordinator: "If you can't do the care... don't tell them that you'll be able to..." 14:40

6d ago14:40

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Linda MacDonald speaks with Jeff Douglas about the concerns Lynn Jones raised earlier this week about reliability and staffing challenges in publicly funded homecare.

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Lynn Jones says publicly-funded homecare is broken, and she worries it could break you 29:30

7d ago29:30

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At least in her part of Nova Scotia, where service is provided by the VON. The longtime activist and advocate tells Jeff about some recent experiences. She says she's speaking out because she worries people who are not comfortable advocating for themselves will not get the help they need, reliably, when they need it. Jeff also speaks with Susan Lar…

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Founder of IndigenousWatchdog.org says it's time to do the right thing, on the calls to action and the treaties 15:07

7d ago15:07

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Jeff Douglas speaks with Doug Sinclair about why he is underwhelmed by the federal government's progress on the TRC calls to action. And a few other things, too.

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Bernie Francis went to Indian day school & his adoptive father went to Shubenacadie Residential School 20:43

8d ago20:43

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Mi'kmaw elder Bernie Francis drops into Studio A to tell Jeff a bit about his own family's experiences at the Shubenacadie Indian Residential School, and Indian day school. And he brings along a recording of his Burnt Church Song.

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Trina Roache: Indian residential schools were part of a suite of government policies with the same goals 20:05

8d ago20:05

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Trina Roache is a member of Glooscap First Nation. She was a reporter with APTN for many years, and now teaches journalism at the University of King's College. She speaks with Jeff Douglas on the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.

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Federal Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations on why TRC calls to action aren't getting done faster 20:20

8d ago20:20

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Minister Gary Anandasangaree talks with Mainstreet's Alex Mason on the National Day For Truth & Reconciliation.

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Wolfville continues: Craig Gilbert, Devin Lake, Jenn Manuel, Jean-Benoit Deslauriers & Tom Ullyett 52:49

11d ago52:49

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Our live broadcast continues with conversation about tech on farms, housing in Wolfvile, the Coldbrook Bike Bus (see video here: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6520214), non-alcoholic wine, and flying north for the winter. Plus several visits from Rob Doublett, and Jane Sponagle.

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Conversations in Wolfville, with Dave Carmichael, Celes Devar, and Wine Growers Nova Scotia 29:11

11d ago29:11

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Our live broadcast from the Church Brewing Co. begins with Jeff Douglas talking to Dave from Deep Roots, and Celes from the FoodArtNature Collective. Then Mainstreet's Alex Guye interviews Geena Luckett & Beatrice Stutz about controversial plans to subsidize winemakers and bottlers.

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Will the Israeli military actually begin a ground invasion into Lebanon? 10:56

13d ago10:56

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As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalates, and civilian casualties mount, Israeli military officials said they are preparing for a possible ground invasion into Lebanon. Nader Hashemi is an associate professor of Middle East & Islamic Politics at Georgetown University. He explains whether this ground invasion is likely and how the conf…

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Nova Scotian woman's award acceptance "overshadowed" by lack of accessibility at ceremony 10:54

13d ago10:54

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The 50th Annual Nova Scotia Volunteer Awards took place last week. The recognition ceremony took place at the Rath Eastlink Community Centre in Truro. Among those being recognized for their service was Nicole McDonald. She had received an HRM Municipal Award back in April, and had been invited to represent the Central Region at the Provincial Cerem…

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If the tax gets axed after the next election, whenever it comes... What kind of policy might replace it? 13:34

14d ago13:34

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A study published in the journal Science examines 1500 climate policies from more than 40 countries, to see what works. Our oceans guy Boris Worm drops by from Dalhousie University to tell Jeff about some of the findings.

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To 'unsettle' Irish Studies, by looking at the relationship of Irish people with colonialism. 18:38

15d ago18:38

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Samuel Beckett wrote the novel 'Watt' in occupied France. It's about fascism and complicity. Host Jeff Douglas spoke to Seán Kennedy about how his Irish studies course is reading Beckett's novel as a way to think about liberal colonialism, fascism, and zionism in Ireland, in the Middle East, and right here in Nova Scotia.…

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September 22nd : 2024 - Treasure Hunters - Mike Miller 33:45

17d ago33:45

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September 22nd : 2024 - Treasure Hunters - Mike Miller by Nova Church HalifaxNova Church Halifax

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Two participants of the walk for peace talk about the impact events like this can have 15:56

18d ago15:56

15:56

A group of activists who have been walking for two weeks - over 200 km from Pugwash to Halifax - think we could do a lot more when it comes to peacekeeping and peacebuilding. Host Jeff Douglas spoke with two of the participants. Rajagopal P.V., who came all the way from India to participate in this walk. He is a former Vice Chairman of the Gandhi P…

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The East Coast Prison Justice Society's latest report highlights life within NS jails 19:19

19d ago19:19

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The East Coast Prison Justice Society dropped its annual report Tuesday, September 17th. It is a composite based on the analysis of 800 phone calls with people incarcerated in this Province, between September 17, 2022 and August 31, 2023. It's findings also come in the wake of the deaths of six people in provincial custody. To break down the report…

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New book from a Dalhousie law professor explores how mainstream pornography sites use algorithms 8:28

19d ago8:28

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Elaine Craig is the author of Mainstreaming Porn: Sexual Integrity and the Law Online. She tells host Jeff Douglas what these algorithms are doing and because online pornography has changed, what problems does that could pose.

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Award-winning Wolastoqiyik musician, Jeremy Dutcher, wins second Polaris Prize 9:01

20d ago9:01

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It's the first time that one artist has won the prestigious music prize a second time. Mainstreet host, Jeff Douglas gave Jeremy a call to hear about this win, and more about his album Motewolonuwok.

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Mainstreet Spinbusters on how Premier Houston keeps the opposition off balance, and the Marshall Decision 33:22

22d ago33:22

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Barbara Emodi, Michelle Coffin, and Chris Lydon talk politic with guest host Preston Mulligan

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Series of events hoping to raise awareness of the harms non-disclosure agreements can cause 11:32

22d ago11:32

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Kristina Fifield is a registered social worker and trauma therapist who specializes in gender-based violence. She spoke with guest host Preston Mulligan about the series of events being put on in partnership with the campaign 'Can’t Buy My Silence'.

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September 15th : 2024 - But Wait There's More - Mike Miller 45:07

24d ago45:07

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September 15th : 2024 - But Wait There's More - Mike Miller by Nova Church HalifaxNova Church Halifax

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Reza Dahya gives us the scoop on his film, Boxcutter. 12:08

25d ago12:08

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The film tells the story of a young rapper, and his quest to recover his music ahead of a possible life changing event. Director Reza Dahya tells host Jeff Douglas what went into bringing Boxcutter to life.

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Short story set in N.S. turned into feature film 12:48

27d ago12:48

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A short story set in rural Nova Scotia is now a feature film called Sharp Corner. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, and it's now making its way to the Atlantic International Film Fest in Halifax. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by the film's director and screenwriter, Nova Scotia's own Jason Buxton.…

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'Reggae raised me': Musician Jah'mila on the history of the genre 18:50

27d ago18:50

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In a letter obtained by The Canadian Press this week, the JUNOs revealed plans to put several categories on hiatus, including reggae recording, children's album, Christian/gospel album and international album of the year. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Jamaican-Canadian musician Jah'mila, a previous winner of the Reggae Recording of the Year, to ta…

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Students to debate relevance of the United Nations 9:45

27d ago9:45

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Do you feel the United Nations is as relevant as it was five, 10 or even 20 years ago? It's a question that will be debated Wednesday evening by university and high school students at Dalhousie University's Potter Auditorium. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by two of the debaters, Francesca Southwell and Meghan Runge, to get a preview.…

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Resilience Centre opens in Millbrook First Nation 7:53

28d ago7:53

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On Monday, the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association invited community members and guests to the inauguration of its new Resilience Centre in Millbrook First Nation. The site will be dedicated to healing and resilience of Indigenous women, girls, 2SLGBTQ+ people and their families. Host Jeff Douglas visited the new facility and spoke with project …

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Horsebath releases new music, and will take the stage at Massey Hall 8:07

28d ago8:07

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Three members of the band Horsebath talk to host Jeff Douglas about their upcoming album, just ahead of them taking the stage at Massey Hall for the first time. You can find their latest song, Hard to Love, wherever you stream your music.

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Halifax mother raising awareness about Hirschsprung disease 11:35

28d ago11:35

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A Halifax mother is raising awareness about a rare condition that affects about one in 5,000 babies called Hirschsprung Disease. Robin Lorway's son, Taran, was born with the condition. She joins host Jeff Douglas to talk about the condition and why she wants more people to know about it.

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'Light in the Forest' exhibit to open as multimedia immersive experience at Halifax museum 9:19

28d ago9:19

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Light in the Forest began a decade ago as an art installation by Holly Carr, exploring her young son’s anxiety and her own childhood fears. It has since evolved and it's now a multimedia exhibit opening this week at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History. Carr joins host Jeff Douglas to talk about the new immersive experience.…

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Mainstreet Spinbusters on provincial election speculation, end of federal Liberal-NDP deal 20:54

29d ago20:54

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Guest host Preston Mulligan is joined by Spinbusters Chris Lydon, Barbara Emodi and Michelle Coffin to talk about election speculation at the provincial now that the fall sitting of the Nova Scotia Legislature has begun. Plus, a look at the "spin" around the end of the Liberal-NDP confidence-and-supply agreement.…

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YWCA helps 32 families move into affordable homes in Dartmouth 16:33

29d ago16:33

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The charitable sector, the private sector and three levels of government have come together to build more than 30 homes for families in need in Nova Scotia. Guest host Preston Mulligan is joined by Miia Suokonautio from YWCA Halifax to talk about how this came together within a single year, who was involved and whether they can do it again.…

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September 8th : 2024 - President, Prime Minister & Jesus - Mike Miller 41:52

1M ago41:52

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September 8th : 2024 - President, Prime Minister & Jesus - Mike Miller by Nova Church HalifaxNova Church Halifax

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Why an Appalachian scholar is researching Cape Breton culture 9:59

1M ago9:59

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Cape Breton Island is celebrated for its rich and unique culture. A new project by Fulbright scholar Toni Doman-Vandyke is taking an in-depth look at how the island's traditions are preserved, and how they've been affected by contemporary technology. She spoke with Mainstreet host Jeff Douglas.

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Peace activists marching from Pugwash to Halifax 14:05

1M ago14:05

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A group of peace activists will begin walking from Pugwash to Halifax in support of nuclear disarmament beginning on Sunday. The walk is being led by the Canadian Voice of Women for Peace. Mainstreet spoke with the group’s co-chair Lyn Adamson on Friday.

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Halifax conference to highlight benefits of a basic income program 14:43

1M ago14:43

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Advocates say a basic income program is exactly what's needed to address poverty, food insecurity and homelessness. This weekend in Halifax, there will be a free one-day conference where you can learn more about basic income programs and how to work towards getting one here. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Mandy Kay-Raining Bird and Rob Fennell to l…

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'It was just a matter of time': Political scientist on end of Liberal-NDP deal 9:29

1M ago9:29

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NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says the Liberals can't stop the Conservatives — but he can. But did he stay in the confidence-and-supply agreement too long to be taken seriously as opposition? Political science professor Lori Turnbull joins host Jeff Douglas to give her thoughts on the situation.

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New report highlights significant food waste from school lunches 9:08

1M ago9:08

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A new survey released by "Too Good To Go" shows 85 per cent of Atlantic Canadian adults say a portion of their child's school lunch returns home uneaten every week. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Sarah Soteroff, the company's senior PR manager, to discuss how to limit that food waste and why it's important.…

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These mothers urge change after struggling to navigate mental health and addictions system 28:30

1M ago28:30

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Two Nova Scotian mothers are calling for change to the province's mental health and addiction systems after seeing their children struggle to receive care. Pam Cooley's son died of fentanyl poisoning in British Columbia in January 2020. Meanwhile, Denise Burgess has been trying to get help for her oldest son who has struggled with mental health and…

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Nova Scotia has highest rate of shoplifting in Canada: StatsCan 11:57

1M ago11:57

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According to crime data from Statistics Canada, shoplifting rates across Canada have increased in recent years, and Nova Scotia is leading the pack. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Jim Cormier, the Atlantic director for the Retail Council of Canada, to talk about what that means and how it's happening.…

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Recent NSCC culinary grad to compete at WorldSkills Competition 8:37

1M ago8:37

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A Nova Scotian woman is heading to the WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France, next week, to compete in the culinary category. Olivia Sewell, who is from Tantallon, is a recent Nova Scotia Community College culinary graduate, and she is one of 1,500 competitors from around the world to be selected to participate in what is the Olympics of the trad…

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Hear what political scientists have to say about Pierre Poilievre's letter to Jagmeet Singh 15:17

1M ago15:17

15:17

Lori Turnbull and Alex Marland give their insight on Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, asking NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, to pull support for Liberal government to prompt fall election.

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Organizations in the province mark International Overdose Awareness Day 13:05

1M ago13:05

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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. Savannah Burgess, peer team lead with the POSSE Project, and Landon 'Morty' Morton, a community support worker with Mainline Needle Exchange, talk about the importance of the day.

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'Star Wars meets Dancing with the Stars': Improv group to bring sci-fi stories to Fringe Fest 10:22

1M ago10:22

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Halifax improv group, Hello City, has a new show opening at Halifax Fringe Festival on Thursday. Galaxy Pals: A Space (Odd)yssey will take the stage at the Bus Stop Theatre. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by cast members Liam Fair and Colin McGuire.

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How casting works for productions happening in Nova Scotia 9:33

1M ago9:33

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It's been a busy summer for Nova Scotia's television and film industry and it's looking like it will be a busy fall too. Casting director Erin Hennessey joins host Jeff Douglas to talk about her work on local productions and how you can get involved.

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Documentary that pays homage to sweetgrass to premiere at TIFF 14:15

1M ago14:15

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shalan joudry's meditative homage to sweetgrass will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival next week. She joins host Jeff Douglas, alongside Rose Meuse, to talk about the "poetic doc" titled welima'q.

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A look at the future of Nova Scotia's Black beauty industry 15:29

1M ago15:29

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The Black Beauty Culture Association has made a lot of strides in their work to increase access to Black beauty training in Nova Scotia. Mainstreet's Alex Guye spoke with several people involved about their work, and how they're looking to the future.

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What urgent primary health-care options are available to Nova Scotians? 11:35

1M ago11:35

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Earlier this week, a woman in Dartmouth, N.S., raised concerns there being only one walk-in clinic in her area and it's operating with reduced hours. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by Colin Stevenson with the province's Department of Health and Wellness to talk about what other urgent primary health-care options are available to Nova Scotians, if a wa…

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