Mandatory campus sexual assault policies set for fall rollout

‘Tough conversations’ starting after mandatory sexual assault policies roll out at universities

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Aug 17, 2017

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Universities across Ontario are expected to be more vocal about consent and sexual violence initiatives this year, with new mandatory policies in place. (Canadian Press)

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Ontario surgery wait times online comparison shows wide variance

Government hopes to improve accountability, make wait times shorter

CBC News Posted: Aug 16, 2017

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Data published by the Ontario government allows patients across Ontario to compare wait times at different health care facilities for elective surgeries. (CBC)

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[VIDEO] A different first day: Starting school with autism

Posted: Sep 05, 2016

William O’Donnell, 5, will enter school for the first time this fall, an event months in the making

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Brews n’ Tunes [In Memoriam]

As I returned to school this year to study Radio Broadcasting, I’ve been forced to introduce myself a lot. With that, comes the inevitable recollection of my experience and why I want to be here.

A huge part of my experience with audio, came from my third year of University. I met someone who became super influential in my life, who became my partner in crime on the air and helped guide me through my on-air-adolescence.

His name was Noah, and with him -and a couple of other incredible gentlemen- I started Brews n’ Tunes, a podcast that combined my two major loves, music and beer. Focusing on our Ottawa community, we interviewed independent musicians and asked them to review a local craft beer. Matching musicians to beverages, we created the ideal environment to talk to cool people and get them to answer our questions.

It was one of the most fun projects I’ve ever done, and my first real introduction to podcasting. Though it only lasted about a year, it was an exciting creative outlet that introduced me to a passion that has taken over my life.

The episodes are still all up on iTunes. Listen and embrace the learning curve that comes with baby podcasters, and my first full interview on our Episode with Finding Chuck.

Click the picture below to hear more. And my recommended pairing? Is an ice cold beer.

Cheers.

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Hamilton Wentworth Detention Centre giving naloxone to inmates when released

Barton Street jail is one of 2 detention centres providing anti-opioids to inmates upon release

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 30, 2016 10:31 AM

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Naloxone kits like this one are being provided to inmates of the Barton Street Jail upon release, and can help prevent deadly overdoses of opioids, like fentanyl. (Laura DaSilva/CBC )

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Running out of money, running out of time: Can the Westdale be saved?

‘Quite honestly, no one in our family is interested in running a theatre in Hamilton’

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 29, 2016 1:52 PM

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The iconic Westdale Theatre is for sale at $1.8 million, leaving concerned fans worried for the future of the movie house. (Royal Lepage)

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Historic Westdale Theatre put up for sale for $1.8M

The iconic theatre has been officially listed, and is not protected under the Ontario Heritage Act

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 27, 2016 3:20 PM ET

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Westdale Theatre has been a staple in west Hamilton since 1935. It’s up for sale now. (Hamilton Public Library)

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Slippery sidewalks a struggle in Hamilton and salt is hard to find

Hamiltonians are struggling with the buildup of ice on sidewalks.

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 21, 2016 12:10 PM ET

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James St. N was covered in ice after five days of Cold Alerts in Hamilton, making for a dangerous coffee run. (Rick Hughes/CBC)

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2nd spontaneous combustion leads to demolition at Flamborough veal plant

There were 2 spontaneous combustions in 5 days at Delft Blue Veal Inc.

CBC News Posted: Dec 21, 2016 10:11 AM ET

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Two incidents in a row over the last week caused $50,000 in damage to a Flamborough veal plant. (Kelly Bennett/CBC)

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Holiday Fire Safety in Hamilton

Hamilton Firefighters are guiding people on how to stay safe this winter

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 20, 2016 5:45 AM ET

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A demonstration at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts shows just how quickly a lit Christmas tree can burn, warning people to be cautious this season. (Worcester Polytechnic Institute/YouTube )

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