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Left Looking In

CUPE 416

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Frequency: 1 episode/38d. Total Eps: 26

Left Looking In is hosted by David Moscrop featuring new guests every month to discuss the issues that matter to you. We want to push the envelope on key conversations and look for solutions – not more problems.

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🇨🇦 Canada - Politics
18/01/2025
#76
🇨🇦 Canada - Politics
17/01/2025
#70

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Where To From Here

Episode 26

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 • Duration 26:26

Welcome to the “Screaming Twenties!” In this lively kickoff to 2025, Dave Moscrop sits down with economist Armine Yalnizyan to dish on what’s in store for Canadian workers, from unstoppable demographic shifts to wage boosts and automation angst. Dive in to hear how solidarity, affordable housing, and the care economy could spark a hopeful (and more prosperous) future for everyone.

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Musings with Moscrop

Episode 25

Monday, December 23, 2024 • Duration 46:01

We're shaking things up in our latest episode of Left Looking In! This time, host Dave Moscrop spins the mic around, joining us as our guest to chat about his path from Plato enthusiast to PhD holder. Along with our guest host, Jen Hassum from the Broadbent Institute, they dig into how economic inequality and soaring living costs are stirring up modern-day troubles, drawing comparisons to historic events like the French Revolution. Join them as they unpack why it's crucial to revamp our economic systems, boost worker empowerment, and ensure wealth is shared more equitably.

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A Solid Plan for Cities - Ft. David Miller

Episode 24

Friday, December 6, 2024 • Duration 39:34

We're back! In this must-listen episode of Left Looking In, host David Moscrop is joined by the one and only David Miller, the former Toronto mayor. Together, they dive into the future of Ontario’s cities and their pivotal role in driving real, impactful change. With a potential spring election on the horizon, they break down what political parties need to prioritize—especially bold strategies for climate resilience.

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Labour Day – All wins that benefit all workers

Episode 23

Friday, September 13, 2024 • Duration 33:57

In this Labour Day special, we explore the ongoing fight led by unionized workers to improve the lives of all Canadians. As workers push for fair wages, safer workplaces, and resist corporate greed, Labour Day’s significance is more relevant than ever.

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Water For All

Episode 22

Friday, June 7, 2024 • Duration 36:27

In this week’s episode, Ted Aivalis, Vice President of Local 416, and Anishinabek Nation's Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe dive into a discussion about water rights and their impact on Indigenous communities, including the critical role of Toronto’s publicly managed water program.

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All Things Blue Box and Sustainability

Episode 21

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 • Duration 38:23

This week, we explore Toronto's Blue Box transition program and its effects on Local 416 members and the wider community. Joining us are Local 416 Vice President Ted Aivalis, former City Councillor Mike Layton, and Sarah Buchanan, Campaigns Director for the Toronto Environmental Alliance.

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Toronto Paramedic Services & the Code Red Campaign

Episode 20

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 • Duration 34:12

Over the last several months, we’ve heard a lot of people raising alarm bells over the state of our healthcare system. The underfunding, the burnout, things are reaching a real crisis point in Ontario. Toronto Paramedic Services (TPS) provides 24/7 paramedic care in response to life-threatening medical emergencies. Hear from the CUPE 416 Paramedic Unit and the amazing team behind the Code Red Campaign, Charles Labelle and Karen Harwood.

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Highlighting the history and cultures of Black communities in Toronto

Episode 19

Monday, February 26, 2024 • Duration 46:10

February is widely recognized as Black History Month and there is no shortage of events and celebrations to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. On our podcast this month we welcome Councillor Amber Morley was elected to represent Ward 3, Etobicoke-Lakeshore on Toronto City Council back in 2022, beating out a 5-time incumbent councillor and making her one of the youngest members of council. For over 20 years, Councillor Morley has been working on behalf of the people in her ward, while pursuing advocacy at all levels of government.

We also hear from Jared Walker, Senior Strategist and Chair of the Black Youth Fellowship. Jared is the inaugural Chair of the Black Youth Fellowship that was launched at Toronto City Hall a few years ago and a board member for the Urban Alliance of Race Relations and the Broadbent Institute.

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All About The 2024 Toronto City Budget

Episode 18

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 • Duration 40:01

Join David Moscrop with Ted Aivalis, CUPE 416 Vice President and co-host of Left Looking In, with guests Shelley Carroll, Toronto City Councillor and Budget Committee Chair and David Amborski, Professor at TMU’s School of Urban and Regional Planning as they dive deep into the heart of Toronto's future.

Budgets convey priorities and the new leadership at City Hall will be using the 2024 budget to outline the City’s path forward.

Before the holiday break, Toronto signed a ‘New Deal’ with the province of Ontario that was passed by council and includes measures like uploading the Gardiner and DVP by the end of this year among other things that require the federal government’s involvement.

But as the city recently signalled, much more is needed to handle Toronto’s fiscal crisis. Toronto launched its budget process earlier this month with city staff outlining proposed operating and capital spending packages.

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Emerging Leaders in Labour: Laura Walton, President of the Ontario Federation of Labour

Episode 17

Monday, January 8, 2024 • Duration 46:29

Joining special guest host Jennifer Hassum, Executive Director of the Broadbent Institute and CUPE 416 President Eddie Mariconda, Laura Walton shares how she got involved in the labour movement, what motivates her and how she is approaching her new position as President of the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL).

Recently elected as the newest president of the OFL and represents over one million Ontario workers. Laura brings energy and experience having served as the president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees’ Ontario School Boards Council of Unions (OSBCU) since 2019 and was on the CUPE Ontario Executive Board.

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