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Identifying drag performers as gig workers could improve workplace conditions: U of G study
A new study from the University of Guelph suggests treating drag performers as employees, rather than just entertainers, could help create more equitable hiring practices and work environments.
Waterloo region airport expects busiest holiday travel season ever
This is one of the busiest times of year for airports in Ontario. The Region of Waterloo International Airport's director shares his tips on how to beat the traffic and the new changes they will be implementing to help congestion.
Commotion
How a young Lauryn Hill fought to make a name for herself as a solo artist
Culture critic and industry insider A. Harmony helps break down the politics and misogyny Lauryn Hill faced during the early years of her career.
Group Chat
How The Beatles made their new song Now and Then
Paul Myers and Maura Johnston unpack the decades-long creation story of The Beatles' new song, “Now and Then.”
Sharing bedrooms, infestations, scams: What some international students have to endure to find housing
Waterloo region's housing market has left some international students no choice but to live in cramped conditions.
New plaque will commemorate 160th anniversary of Emancipation Day Picnic in Hawkesville
The Wellesley Township Heritage and Historical Society will be unveiling a new plaque to commemorate the Emancipation Day picnic that happened on August 1, 1863 in Hawkesville to celebrate the end of slavery in the British Empire.
Guelph program provides homeowners with no-interest loans for energy efficient upgrades
Guelph has launched the Greener Homes Program which will provide zero-interest loans of up to $50,000 to help residential property owners pay for energy efficiency upgrades to their properties.
Guelph Lawn Bowling Club still attracts new players after 185 years
The Guelph Lawn Bowling Club is celebrating it's 185th anniversary this year. CBC News spoke to three players who were trying the sport for the first time.
Group Chat
Why are so many movies being split into two parts?
Culture critics Niko Stratis, Rad Simonpillai and Cassie Cao join our weekly wrap panel to talk about whether mid-story cliffhangers in film franchises actually work.
Q with Tom Power
Paul Gross weighs in on the parallels between King Lear and Succession
After a 23-year absence, the acclaimed Canadian actor has returned to Ontario’s Stratford Festival to tackle the iconic role of King Lear. He dropped by Q to discuss modern iterations of one of Shakespeare’s most troubled kings.