Montreal Now with Aaron Rand

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Aaron Rand gets Montrealers through the end their work day with the latest news and compelling conversation.

The show includes analysis from former NDP leader Tom Mulcair and The Montreal Gazette’s James Mennie.

Also expect a laugh or a challenge with the Empire Gold News Quiz!


Episode Date
HEURTEL: This is private land and you can’t occupy it
May 17, 2024
MENNIE: A lull this summer in Quebec politics? Don’t bet on it.
May 17, 2024
Abolishing the floor on gas prices “is a test” Quebec’s energy minister hopes will lower costs
May 17, 2024
The president of Shopify writes a children’s book to inspire an entrepreneurial mindset
May 17, 2024
'Family medicine is under siege': Doctor accuses Quebec government of treating patients like numbers
May 16, 2024
Did the Canadian government make a mistake by allowing too many people into the country?
May 16, 2024
MULCAIR: He's just not the type of guy to be told to do something he doesn't believe in
May 16, 2024
MENNIE: Has the CAQ been copying off the PQ’s homework…again?
May 16, 2024
'This is a cancellation': Saint-Laurent mayor accuses Plante administration of pulling the plug on Cavendish extension
May 16, 2024
McGill’s request for an injunction to dismantle the pro-Palestinian encampment was rejected. What happens next?
May 15, 2024
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: We have a deal, & that’s what is important
May 15, 2024
MENNIE: About that McGill Injunction…
May 15, 2024
LEGAL LOUNGE: Some Canadian banks are asking their customers to sign NDAs during disputes
May 15, 2024
A new ruling finds the City of Ottawa negligent in allowing Uber to operate. Will Quebec taxi companies reap the benefits as well?
May 15, 2024
Everything you need to know about the Montreal spots that topped 'Canada's 100 Best Restaurants' list
May 15, 2024
MULCAIR: He must have found something really good to smoke
May 14, 2024
MENNIE: Is the 'sunshine list' just populist smoke and mirrors?
May 14, 2024
The Right Chemistry with Dr. Joe: A new cosmetic product that claims to mimic the action of the sun
May 14, 2024
Quebec bill aims to free up doctors from unnecessary paperwork. Will it work?
May 14, 2024
Employees at Amazon's Laval warehouse are the first in Canada to form a union
May 14, 2024
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: It takes hundreds of people to manage that
May 13, 2024
MENNIE: How will the McGill encampment end?
May 13, 2024
New docuseries exposes events that led up to Ashley Madison data breach
May 13, 2024
'Lower productivity, lower morale': Building the case for Canadian government employees working from home
May 13, 2024
HEURTEL: You have to stand up and say ‘Enough’
May 10, 2024
MENNIE: It seems Calgary has a much shorter way with encampments than Montreal.
May 10, 2024
BUSINESS BRIEF: Bank of Canada warns nation's renters showing signs of financial strain
May 10, 2024
New survey suggests Air Canada ranks at bottom of list for customer satisfaction
May 10, 2024
Marking the 50th anniversary of Andy Kim’s hit song 'Rock Me Gently'
May 10, 2024
MULCAIR: This is a very good move from Francois Legault
May 09, 2024
MENNIE: It’s official - the race to lead Canada is between Mr. Bad and Mr. Worse.
May 09, 2024
Bombarded with spam texts? Stats show the problem is getting worse in Canada
May 09, 2024
'He's just plain wrong': EMSB calls out language minister on level of French being taught in English schools
May 09, 2024
Quebec bar association will be offering free housing consultations ahead of July 1
May 08, 2024
MENNIE: Legault says the quiet part out loud when it comes to “Quebec history “
May 08, 2024
LEGAL LOUNGE: When does an employee cross the line?
May 08, 2024
New book commemorates occasions that rocked the Montreal Expos franchise
May 08, 2024
Quebec government releases video boasting about its health care initiatives. Is it true, false or misleading?
May 07, 2024
MULCAIR: I think they are on the right track
May 07, 2024
MENNIE: Are they lowering the lifeboats over at Legault’s office?
May 07, 2024
Longtime weather specialist Lori Graham will be leaving CTV Montreal
May 07, 2024
The Right Chemistry with Dr. Joe: Why you should NOT pee in a pool
May 07, 2024
MENNIE: Quebec Liberal leadership race gets a little more surreal
May 06, 2024
Future of Canada Post in jeopardy after $748 million loss in 2023
May 06, 2024
Montreal's opposition calls out city following closure of winter warming centre in CDN-NDG
May 06, 2024
MENNIE: The premier of Quebec is behaving like a small town political boss (and folks are starting to notice)
May 03, 2024
Liberal MP won't run again partially due to threats and misogyny
May 02, 2024
MULCAIR: I think Francois Legault is entirely right
May 02, 2024
MENNIE: It was only a matter of time before Legault piped up about McGill and the rule of law.
May 02, 2024
The U.S. has documented its first HIV cases following a cosmetic procedure
May 02, 2024
Will Montreal's Hippodrome redevelopment project ever see the light of day?
May 01, 2024
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: You cannot insult a member of Parliament especially a leader
May 01, 2024
MENNIE: Pup tents do not have an impressive track record as agents of social change.
May 01, 2024
THE LEGAL CORNER: Why are Quebec’s bailiffs busier than ever?
May 01, 2024
Both sides of McGill encampment protest react after judge dismisses injunction request
May 01, 2024
Everything you need to know about Canada's dental care plan
May 01, 2024
MULCAIR: This was the most shameful display I have ever seen in my career
Apr 30, 2024
MENNIE: Poilievre and the notwithstanding clause (we warned you, folks)
Apr 30, 2024
The Right Chemistry with Dr. Joe: Are almonds the best nut?
Apr 30, 2024
New study reveals most expensive cities in Quebec. Here's how Montreal fares
Apr 30, 2024
Lisee: 'To reverse the decline of French, you have to push every lever'
Apr 29, 2024
Mennie: The CAQ finally reveals itself as a one trick pony
Apr 29, 2024
The CAQ construes statistics to make it appear as if French is in “free fall”
Apr 29, 2024
Live from McGill University: The latest on the pro-Palestinian encampment
Apr 29, 2024
Dan Robertson remembers the late great Bob Cole
Apr 26, 2024
Expect more unforeseen expenses for the Big O
Apr 26, 2024
A new documentary about the Expos! Nos Amours: La Saga des Expos de Montreal
Apr 26, 2024
Has the CAQ’s one-man show become its biggest liability?
Apr 26, 2024
Parc Safari is going car-free!
Apr 26, 2024
The 9th floor of the Eaton center makes a comeback!
Apr 26, 2024
The war between Quebec’s mayors and the CAQ over public transit
Apr 25, 2024
Plante vs Guilbault on public transit (a.k.a when limo users fight)
Apr 25, 2024
First AI pageant to judge winner on beauty and social media clout
Apr 25, 2024
The REM lines are - once again - being delayed
Apr 25, 2024
Provincial Liberals :The capital gains tax will lead to decreased productivity
Apr 25, 2024
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: I have trust issues with them..
Apr 24, 2024
MENNIE: Legault’s CAQ learns that Quebec has no appetite for referendums (or PQ hysteria)
Apr 24, 2024
iPhone algorithm blocks potentially upsetting content from phones. Here's why it's worrisome
Apr 24, 2024
Quebec students are missing school at an alarming rate. Who’s to blame?
Apr 24, 2024
'I hope people realize how unique and beautiful the city is': Columnist pens love letter to Montreal
Apr 24, 2024
MULCAIR: What is wrong with saying ‘Bonjour,Hi’?
Apr 23, 2024
MENNIE: With a 10 percent absenteeism rate, Quebec mulls ways to “penalize” students caught speaking English in school.
Apr 23, 2024
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: That’s a very worrisome trend
Apr 22, 2024
Will your spring renovations affect your home insurance coverage?
Apr 22, 2024
HEURTEL: Where is this money going to come from?
Apr 19, 2024
MENNIE: Come come now, you didn’t REALLY think they were going to extend Cavendish, did you?
Apr 19, 2024
BUSINESS BRIEF: Capital gains tax changes could lead to 'brain drain,' harm productivity
Apr 19, 2024
Montreal has unveiled plans for the former Hippodrome site. Does it include a Cavendish extension?
Apr 19, 2024
MULCAIR: He has his ups and downs BUT Drainville has his heart in the right place
Apr 18, 2024
MENNIE: The Bill 96 flip flop seems part of a larger message.
Apr 18, 2024
Quebec judge suspends parts of Bill 96 affecting English schools
Apr 18, 2024
TECH CORNER: Should you ‘accept all cookies’ when browsing a website?
Apr 18, 2024
'Construction doesn't get you votes': Montreal mayor Valerie Plante defends infrastructure projects
Apr 18, 2024
What is the 'grandparent scam' and how can you avoid becoming a victim?
Apr 18, 2024
JEAN FRANCOIS LISEE: He cannot be negative all of the time
Apr 17, 2024
MENNIE: This guy just put himself on a very interesting political shelf
Apr 17, 2024
THE LEGAL CORNER: New poll shows almost half of all workers would quit if asked to work in the office more
Apr 17, 2024
PQ leader accuses Canada of 'disrespecting the competencies of provinces'
Apr 17, 2024
MULCAIR: Trudeau just handed the next election to Poilievre on a silver platte
Apr 16, 2024
MENNIE: It sure SOUNDS like a pre-election budget
Apr 16, 2024