The Toronto Maple Leafs face scrutiny after an uneasy press conference introducing John Chayka and Mats Sundin as key front office figures

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Mayor Josh Morgan talks election timing, tourism and downtown plans, Roger Caranci explains his return to politics, we break down Spirit Airlines shutting down, discuss youth mental health with Kids Help Phone and look at the Leafs hiring Mats Sundin and John Chayka

Mayor Josh Morgan discusses the upcoming municipal election, London’s summer tourism outlook and progress on the downtown master plan

Ward 1 candidate Roger Caranci explains why he’s returning to politics and what he hopes to bring to the role

Diana Martin from Kids Help Phone discusses mental health awareness week and the growing needs of young Canadians

The shutdown of Spirit Airlines could affect Canadian travellers who rely on low-cost flight options

The Toronto Maple Leafs are turning to Mats Sundin and John Chayka to lead their front office

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Today’s Morning Show Podcast covers the opening of municipal election nominations, Kirsten Krose’s mayoral bid, the approval of generic Ozempic and its use for weight loss, the start of camping season at Fanshawe, the closure of Blackfriars Bistro, the debut of Come From Away, and Chanel’s viral sandals

The nomination period officially opens today, marking the first step toward this fall’s municipal election

Kirsten Krose joins the race for mayor, becoming the first candidate to challenge incumbent Josh Morgan

Come From Away premieres tonight at the Grand Theatre as the final production of the season

Chef Brian Lavery is retiring, bringing the Blackfriars Bistro and Catering to a close

Health Canada has approved the first generic version of Ozempic, raising questions about broader access

Camping season officially gets underway today at Fanshawe Conservation Area

Chanel’s latest sandal design is gaining attention online for its unusual look

Young Canadians are urging AI companies to design chatbots that are less addictive and more responsible

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Today’s show features Ian Sterling Leishman on BRT impacts, a panel discussion on the election and school phone bans, insight into new citizenship rules affecting Americans, and a mix of light and serious city topics from sweepers to scooters

Old South Business Association President Ian Sterling Leishman says businesses are bracing for major impacts as Wellington Road BRT construction ramps up with little input from those affected

With municipal election nominations opening, John Fyfe-Millar and Matt Newton-Reid break down the issues likely to define the campaign

London is inviting residents to name a street sweeper as part of a lighthearted online campaign to boost engagement

A new Canadian law could open the door for millions of Americans to be recognized as Canadian, depending on ancestry and legal criteria

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