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Crisis in Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria – and Haitian asylum seekers cross the border in droves in search of a new life in Quebec.
The Mully Movie – Coming to Select Theatres in October
Coming to Context in October! What happens when a six-year-old boy in Kenya is abandoned by his family and left to raise himself on the streets? Mully is no …
C-Shift: The Power of Story (Ep. 1709)
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift: Artificial Intelligence (Ep. 1708)
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift: Burning Man (Ep. 1707)
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each wee…
C-Shift: Bullying And The Bystanders (Ep. 1706)
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift: The Trauma of PTSD (Ep. 1705)
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
Context: Finding Balance In Our Digital Lives (Ep. 1620)
"We have stopped this one (Wannacry) but there will be another one coming (ransomeware) and it will not be stoppable by us." A frightening prophecy about th…
C-Shift: Prostitution (Ep. 1703)
This week we look at prostitution and what has shifted in the oldest profession that has made it possible for women to speak out about victimization, for po…
Context: Skyrocketing Housing Costs (Ep. 1619)
This week we look at sky-high house prices and rent. The cost of living continues to rise and it's difficult for people to find affordable homes, but as one…
C-Shift: Heroes (Ep. 1702)
Superheroes abound in popular culture! Their archetypes thrill us, keeping us on the edge of our seats as Hollywood spends billions of dollars a year showca…
Context: Fort McMurray One Year Later (Ep. 1618)
On the one year anniversary of the Fort McMurray Fire, we retell the heroic stories of first responders, Wild Rose Leader and Fort McMurray MLA Brian Jean s…
C-Shift: Environment (Ep. 1701)
THIS WEEK we take a look at the ENVIRONMENT and talk with experts past and present. From Margaret Atwood on her book, Year of the Flood, which is the second b…
Context: Behaving Badly (Ep. 1617)
A David versus Goliath story - How a Canadian columnist took on Fox powerhouse host Bill O'Reilly. Is bad behaviour increasingly being called to the carpet…
Context: Legalizing Marijuana (Ep. 1616)
Cannabis Culture in Canada? The Liberal government has tabled legislation to end the prohibition on pot, as per their promise from the 2015 campaign. The pl…
Context: Somalia Food Crisis (Ep. 1615)
Will Somalia face famine yet again? Context Reporter Molly Thomas is on the ground in a country already crippled by drought. With the world slow to respond,…
Context: Canada’s Working Poor (Ep. 1614)
Are economists feeling optimistic that the Canadian economy is showing its strongest growth since the summer of 2013? Not everyone is convinced sunny days …
Context: Religious Freedom in Canada (Ep. 1613)
The most controversial word in Canada -- Islamophobia. The House of Commons has passed M-103, a non-binding motion condemning Islamophobia and religious di…
Context: Canadian Courts Under Repair (Ep. 1612)
Could you befriend a man who murdered your father? How would you feel if your daughter's killer was set free due to court delays only to go through another …
Context: Six Years of Civil War in Syria (Ep. 1611)
It's a gruesome anniversary that the world marks today - Six years of civil war in Syria. Millions displaced, families torn apart, more than 400,000 dead. T…
Context: Age of Anxiety (Ep. 1610)
Is the news making us anxious? What about giving up the news for lent? Is it better for the soul to learn less about the world around you? We discuss news n…
Context: Spiritual Stories in Film (Ep. 1609)
Following the 89th Academy Awards we talk about spiritual stories in film with guests: Paul Young - Author of the best-selling novel The Shack. Bish…
Context: Medical Professionals Who Kill (Ep. 1608)
A shocking case on why the conscience of our health workers matters so much. Former nurse, Elizabeth Wettlaufer is charged with killing eight seniors, and s…
Context: Refugee Crisis in South Sudan (Ep. 1607)
The United Nations is warning that the world's newest country, South Sudan is on the edge of collapse threatening the safety of millions. In November 2016,…
Episode 1606: Concussions in Sports
Context TV brings you an in-depth look at the impact of concussions in sport – beginning the conversation with a panel from Boston featuring, Tim Fleiszer, fo…
Context: Quebec Mosque Shooting (Ep. 1605)
A horrific crime against the Muslim faith in Canada. Six Muslim men lost their lives as they prayed together at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Quebec City.…
Context: PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and an Overloaded Mental Health System (Ep. 1604)
Mental health issues were once cloaked in secrecy, but it seems now, especially during Mental Health Week, that we are “safe” to “talk” about depression, su…
Context: Trump and Canada (Ep. 1603)
On January 20th, 2017 Donald Trump became the 45th President of the United States, beginning a four-year term along with Mike Pence as Vice President. What …
Context: Opioid Crisis (Ep. 1602)
This week host, Lorna Dueck, sits down with Canada’s Federal Health Minister, the Honorable Jane Philpott, to discuss the opioid crisis facing our nation. …
Context: Celebrating Fathers (Ep. 1534)
What makes a good Dad? And what does faith have to do with it? This week on Context we celebrate fathers, talking with home reno television personality Paul…
Context: The Power of Story (Ep. 1533)
There is no artistic force more powerful in this world, than story. Today on Context, we talk to three of Canada's most important authors about the power…
Context: Mother’s Day (Ep. 1532)
We're celebrating Mother's Day at Context, we're taking an in-depth look at the Supermom! LORNA'S WRAP As we reflect on Mother's Day—my closing ad…
Context: Religion and Violence (Ep. 1531)
9/11—The Paris Attacks—Brussels. We live in a violent time. Is religion responsible for the violence and the threats? We take up that question next.
Context: Making Canada Great (Ep. 1530)
What makes Canada great? It's more than maple syrup and donuts. Joining us to talk Canadian greatness—Hockey hero, Paul Henderson, Rookie Blue actress, Miss…
Context: Tough Times (Ep. 1529)
Recession, deficits and thousands of jobs lost. Context explores what it means to find hope while living in tough economic times. LORNA'S WRAP Who…
Context: Faith in the Police (Ep. 1527)
All over North America, cops are in the news because they are the story — but what's going on behind the headlines? We re-examine our faith in police.
Context: Risen (Ep. 1526)
Two new Hollywood films about Jesus launched just in time for Easter. We'll talk with the star of the movie, Risen, Joseph Fiennes -- and separate fact fro…
Context: Faith in the Big Leagues (Ep. 1525)
From the field to the court to the dugout, what does faith look like in the big leagues?
Context: Spanked or Spoiled (Ep. 1524)
Canada is set to revoke the spanking law, making it illegal for parents or teachers to use physical force, including spanking, on a child. We ask, is span…
Context: Death on Demand (Ep. 1523)
Death-on-Demand is coming to Canada—But what will it take for all Canadians to be able to die well? We talk to palliative care experts.
Context: Faith at the Movies (Ep. 1522)
It's Oscars season. Grab your popcorn as we take a close look at how faith and film intersect on the big screen.
Context: Refugee Reality Check (Ep. 1521)
Children in hotels, refugees in Canada asking to return to Jordan—has the Trudeau government bitten off more than it can chew? Is it time for a refugee re…
Context: Love and Destruction (Ep. 1520)
On this episode of Context: sex, money, and conflict. This Valentine's Day, guest host Sheldon Neil investigates the top reasons researchers say relationshi…
Context: Responding to Terror (Ep. 1519)
A Christian response to terrorism. Will it be fear or faith? LORNA'S WRAP Live in any large Canadian city and you are mindful of terrorism; Islami…
Context: Politics And Pot (Ep. 1518)
The legalization of marijuana was part of the new PM's throne speech. This new government fully intends to 'legalize, regulate, and restrict' pot. Find out …
Context: Mind in Crisis (Ep. 1517)
Context is in the field to find out more about helping the Mind in Crisis. Featuring celebrity chef Mark McEwan and TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski.
Context: Ageless (Ep. 1516)
On this episode of Context we hear from Ontario’s minister responsible for seniors, plus when was the last time you talked to a 101 year old? Get a peak ins…
Context: TRC- Beyond Apology (Ep. 1515)
The Trudeau Government promises to implement all 94 Calls to Action made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Today on special edition of Context, wh…
Context: Overexposed (Ep. 1514)
Overexposed on sex? When Playboy covers up, what's the message for us all?
Context: Worth Every Minute (Ep. 1513)
A one-of-a-kind year-end show as we look at how Context is worth every minute.
Context: Christmas (Ep. 1512)
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. We'll be exploring how different cultures around the globe celebrate Christmas and the sacred meaning of the se…
Context: Pray for Paris (Ep. 1511)
The November Paris terror attacks rocked the world and left many asking, where is God in this tragedy? Molly Thomas reports on the ground from Paris. …
Context: Prime Minister’s Priorities (Ep. 1510)
He's trending in Amsterdam, Paris, and Washington, D.C. And he's Canada's new Prime Minister. So what are the P.M.'s priorities for Canada -- and for you? H…
Context: Refugees – Welcome or Not? (Ep. 1509)
We are witnessing the largest refugee crisis since World War II. How wide should Canada open its doors?
Context: Family (Ep. 1507)
No one can love us, or wound us, quite like our family. We talk to Carine McCandless, sister of Chris McCandless who's journey into the Alaskan wilderness c…
Context: Remembrance Day (Ep. 1506)
We honour the brave men and women who sacrificed their life for our freedom and remember those who serve in Canada's military. LORNA'S WRAP One un…
Context: Racism (Ep. 1505)
Racism in Canada—Context investigates key events of national interest here and abroad. We ask the question, is racial healing possible? LORNA'S WRA…
Context: Francis Fever (Ep. 1504)
He has 7.5 million Twitter followers. He leads a church of 1.2 billion Christians. When Pope Francis visited the U.S., Context went on location. Our corresp…
Context: Dying to Be Thin (Ep. 1410)
It's about dying to be thin; as millions of young women are struggling with eating disorders, researchers look to pop culture and psychological causes, pers…