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Are Toronto’s homeless encampments pushing the city to its breaking point?

Gavin and Stephen sit down with Dana McKiel, former sports broadcaster and founder of Toronto's Downtown Concerned Citizen Coalition (DCCO).

McKiel offers a firsthand look at the challenges faced by Toronto's downtown residents, highlighting the rise of homelessness, makeshift camps, and their significant impact on the community.

They discuss the city’s evolving response, from controversial "homeless hotels" to facilitated public encampments, questioning the effectiveness of current policies.

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04:42 Homeless Hotels & Pricey Contracts
10:18 Explosions & Danger in Public Parks
19:21 Encampment “Whack-a-Mole”
24:29 Tourists & Homeless in the Same Hotel?

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What happens when a water gun incident lands someone in court?

Gavin and Stephen dive into the bizarre case of a 63-year-old woman charged with assault for spraying her neighbour with a water gun.

What initially appears to be a ridiculous legal issue turns out to have deeper, darker undertones involving allegations of racism and long-standing neighbourhood animosity.

The unintended consequences of being criminally charged, from legal fees to job suspension, to the use of valuable court resources on trivial disputes.

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02:36 Assault with a weapon... or a joke gone too far?
09:02 What makes an act criminal? Legal definitions explained
16:15 Legal aftermath: What happens if the charges are dropped?
21:02 Good fences make good neighbors... or do they?

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Gavin Tighe and Stephen tackle the controversial case of a Manitoba NDP MLA and criminal lawyer, Mark Wasyliw, who was expelled from his party due to his law firm’s association with Peter Nygard’s defense.

They explore complex issues around the role of criminal defense lawyers, the implications of practicing law while in political office, and the fundamental principles of justice and advocacy.

Is the NDP’s decision a matter of political morality, or a threat to the independence of the justice system?

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03:04 - Mark Wasyliw: A Criminal Lawyer in Manitoba's NDP
04:47 - Nygard's Case: Guilt by Association?
17:18 - The Injustice of Silencing Advocates
28:48 - When Politicians Interfere: An Apology with a Catch

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Are the courts becoming the new political battlegrounds?

Gavin and Stephen dive into the concept of "lawfare"—the weaponization of the legal system for political gain.

Focusing on the Ontario Place redevelopment case, they explore the delicate balance between democratic governance and the courts' role as a check on power.

As they reflect on the nostalgic past of Ontario Place, the hosts tackle complex legal issues like standing in litigation, the public trust doctrine, and the broader implications of challenging government decisions in court.

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05:11: Ontario Place: A brief history of its rise and fall
09:34: Standing in court: Who has the right to sue?
19:58: Lawfare in action: How Ontario Place’s redevelopment became a battleground
23:01: The “public trust” doctrine: A failed legal argument

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Are you aware of the hidden dangers lurking in your restaurant orders and online agreements?

In this episode, Gavin and Stephen discuss a tragic case involving a fatal food allergy at a Disney Springs restaurant.

They dive into the legal complications that arose, particularly focusing on Disney's controversial attempt to force the case into arbitration based on a seemingly unrelated online agreement.

The discussion highlights the broader implications of clicking "I agree" without understanding the potential legal consequences. Tune in to hear how this case unfolded and the lessons it offers about food safety and legal agreements.

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02:29 - Tragic Allergy: A Fatal Dinner at Disney Springs
09:27 - Wrongful Death Claims: Surprising Low Damages
17:52 - Arbitration vs. Court: The Hidden Costs
22:15 - Contracts of Adhesion: The Click That Binds You

A Practical Guide to the Law of Defamation. ow.ly/Wnml50T6Zbe - This book offers guidance on current and developing defamation law in Canada. It lays out prominent cases, prevalent legal principles and more.

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