Host Nav Nanwa spoke to the winner of a prestigious Schulich Builders scholarship, Andy Jiang, about his pursuant career in HVAC Technology at Georgian College.

Coming out of a contentious US Presidential Election, it might feel like civil conversation is in short supply. To tackle this, The Cornwall Interfaith Partnership is presenting a discussion called 'Civil Conversations for a Healthy Democracy' on Saturday at the Cornwall Public Library. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with moderator Senator Bernadette Clement about the upcoming discussion.

Comedian Deb Kimmett will be returning to Belleville and Tamworth, sprinkling her years of accumulated wisdom with some welcome wit. Host na Nanwa talked it up with her about what it means to be back in Ontario Morning country.

Libraries have all kinds of functions that they didn't used to have. Maybe you've seen a recording studio at a local library, or a 3D printer. Our Producer Paul Mcgeowan got to get a first person look at the new stuff happening at Trent University's Bata Library… a canoe building room!

A new show on TVO Kids is profiling jobs that young people may not have known about.

Showcasing trades like an arborist, an ironworker, or goldsmith, they are hoping to bring awareness to these jobs right from the beginning. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Akeylah James, co-host of the show, for a sneak peak at “Trading Skills.”

Inspired by family history, Kingston writer Judii Merle's new novel follows a young Anishanaabe woman from the 1600s named Sigwin, who's struggling to keep her heritage alive. Host Nav Nanwa has had a conversation with the author about the story.

Donald Trump will be the 47th President after defeating Vice President Kamala Harris. It's a result that is certainly being felt near Ontario Morning Country, particularly in the North Country area of upstate New York. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Reporter and Assistant News Director of North Country Public Radio, Emily Russell, about the electoral conclusion.

Manitoba's first Indigenous judge. Murray Sinclair died yesterday at the age of 73.

He will be remembered as a pillar of Canada's attempt at reconciliation and his impact as Chancellor of Queen's University. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Queen's principal Patrick Deane about his legacy.

It's National Skilled Trade and Technology week and we're using the occasion to look at the growth of trades in Ontario. On today's segment, Loyalist College is appealing to potential future students as early as elementary school by connecting science with the trades; showing what an education in the trades could look like. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to dean of Interdisciplinary Studies at Loyalist College in Belleville, Chad Murray, about the initiative.

Yesterday, we spoke with Transition House about a recent reduction in capacity from 22 spots down to 10 and about the fact that a Town of Cobourg bylaw was standing in the way of a new, expanded shelter on Division Street. Cobourg is currently in discussion with Northumberland County about parts of that bylaw. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with Cobourg’s Warden Brian Ostrander about the whole situation. Brian is also the Mayor of Brighton.

Heidi Schreck has probably thought more about the United States Constitution than most average Americans. As a teenager, she won enough speech and debate competitions about the Constitution to pay her way through college. Now she’s turned her debate experience, and insights, into a play at Soulpepper Theatre in Toronto. Host Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to Heidi while she was in Brooklyn.

During National Skilled Trade and Technology Week, We're going to speak to kids, parents, and to schools about what they think about the trades! But first Nav, Nanwa spoke to CEO of Skills Ontario Ian Howcroft, an organization that promotes skilled trades and technologies.

Every Monday, we start your week with a journey through Ontario Morning country to get a sense of the music coming out of our listening area. Today we chatted with Platinum selling artist and award-winning producer Tebey who had just released a new duet with Tenille Arts. Host Nav Nanwa had a delightful conversation with him about his career and meeting the Jonas Brothers.

Cobourg’s only emergency shelter was forced to downsize last week from 22 to 16 spaces then down to just 10. The reduction in spaces comes as colder weather is beginning to set in and as the town and Northumberland County try to agree on who assumes liability for that shelter. Nav Nanwa spoke to Meaghan Macdonald, board chair of Transition House, about the current situation.

Kawartha Lakes Food Source is four days into their ‘reverse advent calendar’ food drive for 2024 and they are ready to help spread that Christmas spirit. Host Nav Nanwa got to partake in the fun with Executive director Heather Kirby.

Every Monday, we start your week with a journey through Ontario Morning country to get a sense of the music coming out of our listening area. Today's artist is someone who was once described by CBC's Tom Power as 'one of the shining jewels in the crown of Canadian songwriters. Host Nav Nanwa got to sit down and speak with singer/songwriter Jadea Kelly and her latest project..

Canada's first Prime Minister has long been an important figure of Canadian history and in his adopted hometown of Kingston. Lately however, there's been a public discussion of Sir John A Macdonald's life and legacy ,particularly with regard to Indigenous peoples.

In 2015, a performance art series in Kingston explored different views of Canada's first Prime Minister. This week, there is an updated version of that performance art series returning to City Park. Host NavNanwa spoke to co curator of Talkin' Back to Johnny Mac, Erin Sutherland, about the recent changes.

The official matchup for homecoming at Queen's this weekend is the Gaels against the Waterloo Warriors. As the weekend looms, the Kingston community is on alert against the student celebrations to follow. Host Nan Nanwa spoke to Inspector Greg Sands about the precautions being taken. He's with the Kingston Police Service.

The Saugeen Shores Community Church in Port Elgin will be celebrating their annual 'Pumpkin Drop’ this weekend. Host Nav Nanwa spoke at great lengths about this cherished celebration with Pastor Gary Harvey.

The Kingston Art Tour is all about becoming part of the art. Local artist Joanne Gervais wanted to create a uniquely eclectic range of art experiences for people to enjoy around town. Among the many cultural events on the Kingston Art Tour will be an encounter with Vikings. These ones have come not from Scandinavia, but rather from Gatineau. Host Nav Nanwa had a fun chat with both Joane and the Jarl of Hafn Hullsborg.

You might remember our conversation with Huntsville councilor Bob Stone. He talked about the town offering riverfront homes and $80-thousand dollar return-of-service agreements. As nice as that sounds, a local facebook group thinks there might be something more to offer. Host Nav Nanwa spoke to Karen Patterson, founder of the Huntsville And Friends Help Out Group on facebook, about the extra bonus.

The Port Elgin Pumpkinfest begins this week for all your pumpkin carvings and cravings! A highlight of it is the growing competition as local farmers show off their biggest sunflowers,squash, tomatoes, and of course, pumpkins! HosT Nav Nanwa had the pleasure of speaking to Doug Court who is competing with the best from his garden.

Writer and director Megan Park released her film “My Old Ass” this week for cinemas all over North America. The movie was filmed in and takes place in Muskoka and is filled with Can-con Pride. Host Nav Nanwa, got the insider scoop about the film from Meagan.

The Ontario Festival of Small Halls will be presenting 11 shows across the province this weekend. It's all about sharing big music in small places. Host Nav Nanwa spoke with the executive director of the festival, Mark Monahan, about it.