The Forum

Season II: Episode XXI: June 26th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EST

Last week, Norman tried to explain the carbon tax to his father. That was a bad idea. So, this week, we have some backup: Elizabeth May is the Leader of the Green Party of Canada. We ask her where her party stands on issues such as the proposed bank tax, Canada's future in Afghanistan, and the McGuinty government's shocking breach of Charter rights. And Jorge Botero has some food for thought for you. Owner of Poco Loco Tex-Mex in the East End of Hamilton, Jorge is this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode XX: June 19th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EST

What is the most annoying sound in the world? Have no fear, Hamilton, there will be no more vuvuzela on The Forum. But we will hear some real music by local pop-rock/indie band "what if this dream is all we have." And if you're still traumatized by that swarm of bees sound, then maybe Nathalie Xian Yi Yan's traditional Chinese medicine can help. But first, we drown out the din of the World Cup with some Q&A with Hamilton's federal NDP members of parliament.

Season II: Episode XVIX: June 5th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EST

A trip by taxi from our downtown office to the mountain station would cost us $14.31. Are you willing to pay almost 1.5 times an hour of minimum wage labour to travel 6.1 kilometres? You could walk the distance in roughly 1 hour and 21 minutes. So, should you spend your time earning the fare, or save the money and walk? Ron Taylor has driven for more than two decades, and he shares his wisdom about the ailing industry. And the Wellwood Resource Centre opens its new headquarters on Monday: the Juravinski House. Olive Wahoush is the President of the Board for the Centre, and she tells us about its mission to care for people affected by cancer. But first, the Canadian International Military Tattoo regales us with its pomp and fanfare.

Season II: Episode XVIII: May 29th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 29 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

When Nathalie Xian Yi Yan immigrated to Canada in 2000, she did not expect to be unemployed for three years. In China, she was a vice-president who led more than three-thousand employees. Since then, Dr. Yan has developed a successful traditional Chinese medicine practice in East Hamilton. And now, she wants to give back to the people who helped to make Hamilton her home. And Duncan Gillespie reflects on his years of giving back: twenty-seven with the John Howard Society, and continued leadership of HECFI. Speaking of giving back, Simon Geoghegan makes a case for sharing - cars, that is. We open The Forum with the Hamilton CarShare.

Season II: Episode XVII: May 22nd, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 22 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

Are you prepared for the worst? The RESCUE iPhone application might save your life, or the life of a loved one. And there's a blackout in Pakistan for Facebook users, owning to the controversial "Everybody Draw Mohammed Day." Can religious practitioners justifiably demand that others respect their wishes? And we reflect with Rabbi Bernard Baskin about his life and the more than forty years of his leadership in Hamilton.

Season II: Episode XVI: May 15th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 15 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

Karen refugee from Myanmar Po La Hay claims that he was beaten by Hamilton police when they raided his apartment in error. What will be the consequences of this mistake on a city populated by refugees and immigrants - people who fled state violence in their countries of origin? After months of controversy, the Hamilton-Burlington SPCA has a new Executive Director and a refocused direction. And the new Director of Education with the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board envisions a set of twenty-first century fluencies. All of this after we reflect with the winner of Hamilton's twenty-four hour arts marathon: the Hamilton 24.

Season II: Episode XV: May 8th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 08 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

Twenty-seven percent: the rate which Dofasco says it can cut carcinogenic emissions over the next five years in Hamilton. This week on The Forum, we discuss why that's not enough, and what you can do about it. The Henderson General Hospital is having an identity crisis. Or is it the Juravinski Hospital? We discuss the life of the woman for whom the hospital was named. And at the end of the show: a tribute to mothers. But first, we begin with a celebration of a Hamilton icon now home to rest in Gore Park.

Season II: Episode XIV: May 1st, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 01 May 2010 11:00:00 EST

Imagine: you've just arrived in a new country and no one knows your name. To say the least, the immigrant experience is challenging. That's why Ontario and the City of Hamilton have partnered to simplify the transition for newcomers. Speaking of new kids on the block, the Strategic Energy Alliance is bringing solar energy solutions to the rooftops of Hamilton and St. Catharines. This week we explore the partnership that will add thousands of jobs to the economy and megawatts of clean energy to the grid. And if you're bored by the end of the show, you could just have an affair! At least, that's what Ashley Madison suggests. Michael Adkins is a marriage counsellor and he speaks with The Forum about infidelity in this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode XIII: April 24th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EST

People without jobs, and jobs without people - a warning about the future of Canada's economy, brought to you by Dr. Rick Miner. In the context of growing demand for skilled labourers, where will the unskilled or semi-skilled labourers working for temp agencies find work? We ask Dr. Miner. And hate crimes spike in Hamilton. What do we do about it? Join us for a panel discussion with three of Hamilton's community leaders. And Terry Cooke shares his thoughts about poverty in Hamilton and how to end it. That's this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode XII: April 17th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EST

Twenty one: the number of years between the shortest and longest life expectancies in Hamilton. Seventy percent: the proportion of children living below the poverty line in some neighbourhoods. Steve Buist, Neil Johnston, and Patrick DeLuca: the team behind the CODE RED series. This week on The Forum, they share their thoughts and reflections on the project and its findings. That's after Beth Ann Dolan and Cynthia Vander Kooij explain their research at St. Joseph's West 5th campus on healing mental health with music therapy.

Season II: Episode XI: April 10th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EST

Jaded about the environmental movement? Maybe you need an incentive! Well, the new AIR MILES for Social Change program might be just that. Mobilizing its access to 10 million Canadian households, The AIR MILES Reward Program is offering incentives to encourage energy conservation, public transit, waste reduction, and other sustainable choices. Speaking of choices, where will you be vacationing this summer? If you're leaving the country, you should know that you aren't guaranteed protection by the Canadian government! And we round off this week's episode with a discussion of Socially Responsible Investing, and how you can use your dollars for social change.

Season II: Episode X: April 3rd, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EST

Who are we? In recent years, so it seems, Canadians have lost touch with their identity. Are we peace keepers, or war makers? Are we change agents, or defenders of the status quo? Are we, to quote the words of former diplomat Robert Fowler, "small minded, mean spirited, me first" little Canadians? Or can we be something greater? Scott and Norman attended the Liberal Party of Canada's ideas conference in Montreal, and this week they share their reflections and thoughts about the future of our country. And Francesca Trifone celebrates the third annual Eco Film & Arts Festival, sponsored by Reeves Financial Services, followed by Donna Czukar's touching account of how the Cancer Information Service is changing the lives of Canadians.

Season II: Episode IX: March 20th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

Do you worry about the safety of a loved one who lives with autism, Alzheimer's, or another condition, and who might become lost or confused? We discuss the Amber Alert GPS Global Monitoring System, a new technology designed to give families peace of mind and security. And is the Ontario Child Benefit fair to welfare beneficiaries? We explore how the benefit applies to families living on social assistance and families living on low incomes. Then, following up on last week's discussion of the NAFTA, we share a dissenting opinion about the agreement's effects on Canada. And last, it's always good news with Connie! In this week's community profile, Connie Smith regales us with stories about her new CTS programme "Always Good News."

Season II: Episode VIII: March 13th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

This week's jackpot is $200 million! Well, not quite. But that's how much Hamilton received this week to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant. But the City still needs to collect $500 million, and it's lookin' at you, Hamilton! And is free trade too expensive? The Hon. Perrin Beatty and Dr. William Scarth explain why cancelling the NAFTA would be a bad breakup.

Season II: Episode VII: March 6th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

That's right, Hamilton: it's almost spring! And what does that mean? Well, mud...rain...bugs...oh, and nice things, too, like flowers and barbeques! This week on The Forum, Glenn Brunetti gives us a kick-start on the gardening season and delights us with some culinary insights. And what better with fine cuisine than fine wine? But Ontario's wine industry is undergoing some important changes, and Eric Morham, President & CEO of Vincor Canada, joins us to explain how it will affect you. And speaking of important changes, Canada has a new budget! Scott explains what the budget means for Canada, its companies and charities, and you.

Season II: Episode VI: February 27th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

What do you do in a day? Martinus Geleynse, the Founder and Festival Director of the HAMILTON24, has a challenge for you: design fashion, dance, film, or music in twenty-four hours in Canada's biggest twenty-four hour festival! But if you're from Saskatchewan, maybe you're too busy working to save Canada's only indigenous-run university. Hayden King, lecturer in the Department of Indigenous Studies at McMaster University, explains what's at stake with the First Nations University of Canada. And if there were a twenty-six year challenge for politicians, then MP David Christopherson for Hamilton Centre would take the cup! He joins us later this hour to discuss his career and the general state of Canadian politics in this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode V: February 20th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

What do animal welfare and equestrian therapy have in common? Some Hamiltonians are scratching their heads. The Hamilton-Burlington SPCA is embroiled in controversy over a string of high-profile resignations, a ballooning deficit, and a strange amalgamation with TEAD, the Equestrian Association for the Disabled. Veterinarian Michael Mogavero and former SPCA fundraiser Brenda Dushko speak with The Forum about what they believe is a severe lack of financial transparency and inadequate care for animals in the local shelter. Then we speak with the new President & CEO of the Hamilton Community Foundation: in this week's community profile, Terry Cooke shares his vision for preventing and alleviating poverty, cherishing the environment, and promoting the Arts in Hamilton.

Season II: Episode IV: February 6th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

How would you feel if someone bombed your Church? Your Synagogue? Your Temple? Muslims in Hamilton are reeling from the firebombing of their Mosque. We speak with Hussein Hamdani, legal counsel to the Muslim Association of Hamilton, about an open house held last week to address this incident. But Muslims are not the only group being persecuted. Refugees are the victims of a flyer distributed to residents of the Mountain Brow. Morteza Jafarpour, the Executive Director of SISO, the Settlement and Integration Services Organization, joins us to discuss the new refugee centre on Rosedene Avenue. And if these stories aren't enough to outrage your conscience, then Shape Burlington hopes to learn what will. Mayor Cam Jackson and former Major Walter Mulkowich speak with us about rekindling civic engagement in Burlington - that's this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode III: January 30th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST

"I have a dream." With these powerful words the life of Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered. This week, we celebrate black history month with a panelist of community leaders: Evelyn Myrie is the co-chair of the Black History Month Committee, Professor Gary Warner is a human rights and social justice activist, and Siobhan Stewart is a student at McMaster University. And at the end of the hour, we reflect on the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz with an excerpt of Vera Barany's story of how she survived the camp.

Season II: Episode II: January 23rd, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST

Did you know that your garden could be affecting your local ecosystem? David Galbraith, Head of Science at the Royal Botanical Gardens, explores horticulture in preparation for an upcoming celebration of responsible gardening at the RBG. Not a gardener? Perhaps you'd fancy the arts! Jeremy Freiberger, Executive Director of the Imperial Cotton Centre for the Arts, discusses the Hamilton Creative Catalyst Project, expected to generate up to $230 million over 15 years and create almost 200 jobs. And Len Lifchus, the new Chief Executive Officer of the local United Way, reminds us that gardens and music might be enjoyable, but there's much work to be done to enable the poorest in our City to enjoy those luxuries. He's this week's community profile.

Season II: Episode I: January 16th, 2010

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST

Our first episode of 2010! Discussion of consumption, the disaster in Haiti (and how to help), and a conversation with Ruth Liebersbach, a dynamo leader in Hamilton and President of the Chamber of Commerce.

Episode XXIX: December 19th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:00:00 EST

'Tis the season for most, but not for all. Joanne Santucci, the Founder and Executive Director of the Hamilton Food Share, calls for donations to provide twenty-thousand children, seniors, working poor, and the unemployed with over 300 000 lbs of non-perishable food. Then Peter Ormond reflects on his experiences at the Copenhagen conference on climate change. Peter is a member of the Green Party of Canada and the Climate Action Network, a group of 450 NGOs. And finally, entrepreneur Ron van Someren reminds us of the importance of community through his local publication, Snap: Hamilton. Ron is the GM/Publisher and he shares his passion for photography in this weeks community profile.

Episode XXVIII: December 12th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:00:00 EST

Now that McGuinty has made it a crime for you to text your sweetheart or check your stocks while you're in the driver's seat, we really shouldn't have to worry about getting into accidents after all, aren't they caused by blackberries and iPhones? But somehow accidents still seem to happen...weird, but what should you do when you experience one? Patricia Santucci is a civil litigation lawyer who specializes in Accident Benefits, Torts, and Long-term Disability claims, and she explains how to ensure that you're covered. Then Ruth Pickering shares her innovative vision for improving children's mental health through her creative summer day camp "Under the Willows" in this week's community profile.

Episode XXVII: December 5th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 5 Dec 2009 11:00:00 EST

The Internet has taken public debate and discussion to a new degree of sophistication, raising social consciousness and empowering almost anyone to participate in the dialogue about contentious issues, but it's left something behind: decorum. Join us this week as we explore the problems created by, and some of the proposed solutions to, online communities. Keith Bilous, the President &CEO of ICUC Moderation Services Inc., and Matthew Ingram, the Online Community Editor with the Globe and Mail, share their experiences with moderating online conversation. Then Martinus Gelenyse, the Creative Director of mg|international, a multimedia company, and Founder of the Hamilton 24 Hour Film Festival, shares his vision in this week's community profile.

Episode XXVI: November 28th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

In 1992, an amendment to the Constitution of India created a reservation for women of thirty percent of the elected seats at the district and village levels of government. In 2001, Acharya Ramamurti, a Gandhian, created the Mahila Shanti Sena ("Women's Peace Brigade") in Vaishali, the birthplace of democracy in India. Since then, tens of thousands of women have participated in lectures, discussions, and role-playing exercises at dozens of conferences throughout the northeast of India to develop conflict resolution and problem solving skills. Dr. Anne Pearson, Professor of Religious Studies at McMaster University, has been active with the brigade since its inception, and she joins Scott and Norman this week to discuss her experiences. Then, Josie Kocsis, the President of Working World in Brantford, Ontario, shares her story of building a successful and innovative IT solutions company in this week's entrepreneurial profile.

Episode XXV: November 21st, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

Uncork a lightly-bodied bottle of wine for this vintage episode of The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas oh, and pay no attention to the fact that it's still the AM because veteran sommelier Roisin Furlong and food expert Glenn Brunetti will delight you with a conversation about the newly-arrived Beaujolais from the rolling hillsides of France. Then join Maureen Mulcahy as she explores how dyslexia commonly believed to be a learning disability can be empowering. And finally, Scott asks local author Margaret Houghton to take us back to the early days of Hamilton as they discuss her new book More of First Here.

Episode XXIV: November 14th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman discuss censorship with Abby Deshman and Anne Jones. Abby is the Project Director of the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, and Anne is a former Chair of the Ontario Film Review Board. Together they discuss state, corporate, and creative censorship, and such issues as hate speech, market control, and film ratings. Then Norman and Scott speak with Bryce Kanbara about the James Street North art crawl. Bryce is the proprietor of the "you me gallery" and was one of the first members of the James Street art community.

Episode XXIII: November 7th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman honour the memories of the Second World War with two very special guests: Sam Garnet is an Air Force veteran who flew B-24 Liberators on anti-submarine missions over the English Channel on D-Day, and Vera Bereny is a Jewish-Hungarian survivor of the Holocaust who endured the horrors of Auschwitz before she was liberated by the Russians. Sam and Vera share their stories and reflect on the importance of Remembrance Day. Also, special guest: Jeremy Diamond, Managing Director of the Dominion-Historica Institute, shares his insight on Remembrance Day.

Episode XXII: October 31st, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on a special episode of The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman discuss indigenous strife in Canada. Danielle Boissoneau, the Indigenous Peace Education Outreach Coordinator with Hamilton Centres for Teaching Peace, joins the hosts in studio to discuss Caledonia, Cornwall, and the Indian Residential Schools Truth &Reconciliation Commission. And Kim Murray, Executive Director of Aboriginal Legal Services of Toronto, discusses some of the challenges that indigenous peoples and their advocacy groups face in Canada. She outlines some of the reforms, both to institutions and to attitudes, which are needed to raise awareness and create solutions.

Episode XXI: October 24th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, in response to an article published on October 18th in the Montreal Gazette, Scott and Norman speak with Dr. David Hitchcock, Professor of Philosophy at McMaster University, about the horrors of the many failed attempts at executions in the United States of America. Then Norman and Scott speak with Gary Evans, founder and owner of North Shore Publishing Inc., about his interest in local heritage books in this week's community profile.

Episode XX: October 10th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman speak with Tina Fougere, Co-Founder and President of the Canadian National Autism Foundation, about the lack of public knowledge and infrastructure needed to support people affected by autism and their families; Jerry Douglas from The Young &The Restless calls in promote the upcoming Concert for Autism at Hamilton Place. And finally, Norman and Scott speak with Larry Pomerantz, Co-Founder and Chair of the Hamilton Civic League, in this weeks community profile.

Episode XIX: October 3rd, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman discuss the City of Hamiltons proposed transformation of the once-regal but now-derelict Royal Connaught Hotel into affordable housing for the working poor, disabled, and elderly populations. Reg Beaudry, the author of a petition against the plan, and Martinus Geleynse, Creative Director of mg|international and founder of the Hamilton 24 Hour Film Festival, state their case on why the plan, now before the Province for infrastructure money, is not the best solution for the idle landmark. Then Chris Murray, the City Manager of Hamilton, weighs in to explain Councils decision and the Citys rationale behind the project. Finally, Norman and Scott ask Peter Ormond, candidate for the Green Party of Canada and local environmental activist, to share his vision for Hamilton and the Golden Horseshoe in this weeks community profile.

Episode XVIII: September 26th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman speak with Ken Coit, the Art in Public Places Coordinator with the Culture Division, Community Services Department of the City of Hamilton, and regular guest to the show Margaret Houghton, local author and historian, about public art and downtown architecture. Then Stephanie Lechniak-Cumerlato and Daniel Cumerlato, founders and owners of Haunted Hamilton, warn us Hamilton's grisly past and share some spooky myth and history of the buildings and places that haunt our city in this week's community profile.

Episode XVII: September 19th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman speak with Dr. Henry Jacek, Professor of Political Science at McMaster University, about how media affects public opinion. With the fourth federal election in six years no doubt on its way soon, we ask Dr. Jacek to explain the connections between what we see and hear and what we believe and do, especially in the context of elections. Then for this week's community profile we speak with Linda Lannigan, founder of the "Fix Our World" festival in Hamilton, Ontario about some of the simple solutions to the many problems that plague not only our world at-large but also our own laundry- and class-rooms.

Episode XVI: September 12th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman ask Dr. Atif Kubursi, former Deputy Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), and Professor Emeritus of Economics at McMaster University, to share his thoughts on the state of the global political economy. Professor Kubursi describes the current economic crisis as a missed opportunity to change from an inequitable and consumptive economy to a more ethical and sustainable one. And Jason Hofing, co-founder and co-owner of the Red Hill Coffee Trade, discusses his penchant for organic and fair-trade coffee in this week's entrepreneurial profile.

Episode XV: September 5th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman speak with Chester Storseth, Director of the Toronto Counselling Centre with Kids Help Phone about bullying: its causes, effects, strategies for prevention, management, and recovery, and how parents, teachers, and other guardians, care-givers, and authority figures can respond to bullying. And finally, Neil DePass, Founder of McMaster Universitys all-new Marching Band, shares his vision of bringing music to the streets and athletic events of Hamilton in this weeks community profile.

Episode XIV: August 29th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST

Local author and historian Margaret Houghton guest hosts the fourteenth episode of The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas this week with Norman. Together they explore the fate of Ontarios cemeteries. Big business wants to build a condo on grandmas gravesite, but Rob Leverty, President of the Ontario Historical Society, says no way! And on the topic of things in the ground, Norman and Margaret ask Melanie Golba, co-founder and owner of Plan B Organic Farms, to discuss her passion and vision for organic and community-based agriculture.

Episode XIII: August 22nd, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott and Norman speak with Carmel Mothersill, Professor of Medical Physics and Radiation Sciences at McMaster University, about her recent trip with her students to the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near Pripyat, Ukraine. Next, Ken Sherman, Chair of Democrats Abroad Canada, talks about President Barack Obama's proposed public health care insurance option. He shares the unique perspective of Americans living in Canada who have experienced both systems, and responds to the allegations of Waterdown, Ontario resident Shona Holmes. And finally, Don McLean, Chair of CATCH, Citizens at City Hall, discusses the importance of environmental, civic, and political engagement in this week's community profile.

Episode XII: August 15th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman speak with guest entrepreneur Ken Parker about his nursery "Sweet Grass Gardens" in Hagersville, Ontario, which specializes in selling First Nations plants. Next, Mahayana Buddhist Gen Kelsang Rabgye, Resident Teacher of the Samudra Buddhist Centre in Hamilton, Ontario, explains how the average person can benefit from the teachings of Buddhism in his or her everyday life. And finally, Anne Jones recounts her term as the first chair of the pre-amalgamation Regional Municipality of Hamilton-Wentworth in this weeks community profile.

Episode XI: August 8th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 8 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman ask guest entrepreneur Mark Koch to explain the complicated practice of trademark, patent, and copyright law. Next, local dermatologist Peter Vignjevic discusses cosmetic surgery and strikes a balance between healthy body image and a healthy body. Then, Norman and Scott speak with Gerry Davis, General Manager of Public Works with the City of Hamilton, about upgrades to the City's infrastructure in the wake of recent floods. And finally, Francesca Trifone discusses her work as the Co-Founder and Festival Director of the Hamilton Eco Film & Arts Festival in this week's community profile.

Episode X: July 25th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:00:00 EST

This week on The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas, Scott and Norman cover the Grand Opening of Beyond the Batter, a cupcake store in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Kelly MacLeod, proprietor of the store, tells her story in this week's entrepreneurial profile. Next, two graffiti admirers speak with Norman and Scott and share their perspective on what is commonly and legally recognized as vandalism. Then, Staff Sergeant Mark Cox of the Hamilton Police Services adds his voice and describes the challenges that graffiti poses to law enforcement. And finally, Scott and Norman invite Stan Nowak, founding president of the Dundas Valley Historical Society, to speak about his life and work in this weeks community profile.

Episode IX: July 18th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 11:00:00 EST

One-third of the way through its 2009 season, The Forum: A Marketplace for Stories and Ideas welcomes guests Richard Koroscil, Bernie Morelli, and Rob MacIsaac to its ninth episode. Scott and Norman speak with Richard Koroscil, President & CEO of the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, about his exciting plans to attract low-fare passenger airlines and to expand overnight cargo traffic. Then Scott speaks with Hamiltons Ward 3 Councillor Bernie Morelli, chair of the Police Services Board, about some of the challenges and opportunities in policing the Golden Horseshoe. Last, Norman asks Rob MacIsaac, President of Mohawk College, to reflect on his experiences as Mayor of Burlington, chair of Metrolinx, and chair of the Greenbelt Association.

Episode VIII: July 11th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott and Norman speak with Martin Malivoire, founder of Malivoire Wine Company Ltd. in Beamsville, Ontario about his vision for a sustainable winery in the Niagara wine region, and his transition from film engineer to proprietor. Next, the hosts welcome back Ian Kerr-Wilson, Manager of Museums & Heritage Presentation with the City of Hamilton, who leads the conservation project for the War of 1812 schooners the Hamilton and the Scourge. Then Norman and Scott discuss the stunning lack of Canadian history education in provincial public schools with Jeremy Diamond, Managing Director of the Dominion Institute. And last, the hosts ask Jerry King to reflect on his life: from a humble Welland, Ontario boy to an international journalist who covered the Lebanese civil war and the Clinton administration.

Episode VII: July 4th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 4 Jul 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott interviews entrepreneur Jason Dick, founder and Artistic Director of Hammer Entertainment Hamilton, about a new acting and music school. Next, Norman and Scott speak with the Honourable Deb Matthews, Minister of Children and Youth Services with the McGuinty government, about Ontario's new Poverty Reduction Act and her inspiring vision for the province. Then Scott and Norman discuss the link between animal cruelty and human violence with Professor Andrew Linzey, Director of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics. And last, Norman interviews Basil Alexander, a lawyer with Klippenstein's Barristers and Solicitors, about his memories of the Late Sam George and the Ipperwash Inquiry.

Episode VI: June 27th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott and Norman speak with two local authors and historians about Hamilton's importance to the Canadian story: its history, identity, and culture. Join Nathan Tidridge, Teacher in the Department of History at Waterdown District High School, and Margaret Houghton, Archivist with the Hamilton Public Library, as they share anecdotes and narratives of events that influenced the course of Canadian history. Featuring a short segment on the War of 1812 schooners The Hamilton and The Scourge, and special guest the Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander, former lieutenant-governor of Ontario (1985-91).

Episode V: June 20th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott interviews former CHCH news anchor Dan McLean about his decision to run for the Liberals in Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale under Michael Ignatieff. Then we speak with a policy expert from St. Catharine's about how the changes in passport regulations for US citizens is affecting the border economy. Finally, Norman asks Leo Johnson to share the story of his displacement from his home of Liberia and the eight years he lived as a refugee.

Episode IV: June 13th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott and Norman discuss the instances of "jury vetting" with lawyers Jeffrey Manishen (Ross & McBride) and Graham Norton (Canadian Civil Liberties Association). Later, we talk to Neil Everson from Hamilton Economic Development about the new Tim Horton's roasting facility in Ancaster and other projects to attract business to Hamilton. Finally, Norman interviews Mary Lou Dingle about her contributions to our communities.

Episode III: June 6th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott Reeves and Norman Kearney discuss the pros and cons of environmental home audits, talk about Nature Deficit Disorder and learn more of the conversation efforts at the Royal Botanical Gardens which allowed the bald eagles to return. And Scott and former CHCH news anchor Connie Smith share some memories and pay tribute to the late Randy Steele.

Episode II: May 30th, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 30 May 2009 11:00:00 EST

Scott talks to Dr. Ann Herring about viral panic and the stigma of infectious diseases. Then Scott and Norman shift gears and look at the renovations of the Hamilton Farmer's Market and discuss the road trip Norman and Scott took to the Covent Garden Market - a truly innovative and state of the art community market in London, Ontario. Finally, Norman interviews Hamilton SkyDragon Cooperative Founder Kevin MacKay on the first of the profiles of interesting people in our community.

Excerpts from Episode I: May 23rd, 2009

nkearney@reevesfinancial.com (Reeves Financial Services Inc.) — Sat, 23 May 2009 11:00:00 EST

Professor Craig Brunetti of Trent University describes the influenza virus and explores the possibility of a swine flu pandemic, and Doctor Jim Mahony of St. Joseph's Health Care Centre explains his new respiratory viral panel, a test that can detect up to nineteen viruses in only a few hours.