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Cross Country Checkup is Canada's only national phone-in show, broadcasting live from coast to coast to coast. Checkup is Canada's weekly town hall — a place for raw, honest perspectives on the most pressing issues of the week. For over 55 years, it's where Canadians gather to listen to each other every Sunday afternoon. Call us: 1-888-416-8333.

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Cross Country Checkup is Canada's only national phone-in show, broadcasting live from coast to coast to coast. Checkup is Canada's weekly town hall — a place for raw, honest perspectives on the most pressing issues of the week. For over 55 years, it's where Canadians gather to listen to each other every Sunday afternoon. Call us: 1-888-416-8333.

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Episodes

March 19, 2023 - When it comes to public safety, has anything changed where you live?

3/19/2023
A string of highly publicized assaults has raised concern around public safety across Canada, causing municipalities to look for solutions. Toronto's police department temporarily increased its police presence on public transit after a series of assaults. And the city of Edmonton has seen eight violent deaths over just 12 days in March. Our question this week: when it comes to public safety, has anything changed where you live?

Duration:01:11:22

Ask Me Anything: Silicon Valley Bank

3/19/2023
Karl Schamotta of Corpay answers questions about the health of the banking sector in Canada after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank on this week's Ask Me Anything.

Duration:00:26:32

Ask Me Anything: Dieting facts and myths

3/12/2023
This week's Ask Me Anything segment focuses on weight loss facts and myths with dietitian Chinwe Asagwara. From Ozempic to fasting, what would you like to know?

Duration:00:24:38

Mar. 12, 2023 - How accessible are mental health services in Canada?

3/12/2023
Canada's new health-care deal has earmarked billions more for mental health services. And while Ottawa has boosted its spending in that area, some advocates say Canada risks falling behind unless a better approach is espoused. What's working and what needs to change?

Duration:01:17:57

Mar. 5, 2023 - Is Canada's approach to China working?

3/5/2023
Parliament is roiling over allegations of foreign interference in two elections, and accusations of cover up calls for a public inquiry are swirling. How does the election interference controversy affect you?

Duration:01:05:52

Ask Me Anything: Time to delete TikTok?

3/5/2023
This week's Ask Me Anything is on whether or not it's time to consider deleting TikTok off your phone. Tech expert Shruti Shekar and cyber strategist Ritesh Kotak answer your questions.

Duration:00:28:28

Ask Me Anything: Four-day work week

2/26/2023
This week's Ask Me Anything segment focuses on the idea of a four-day work week coming to Canada. Jean-Nicolas Reyt answers your questions. He's an associate professor of organizational behaviour at McGill University.

Duration:00:28:47

Feb. 26, 2023 - Are migrants crossing at the U.S. border being treated fairly?

2/26/2023
As the number of migrants crossing into Quebec continues to climb, Premier François Legault wants Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to broker a new migration deal with the U.S. — something the U.S. is reportedly in no rush to do. How can Canada's refugee system improve?

Duration:01:12:59

Ask Me Anything: China-Canada relations

2/19/2023
This week's segment focuses on China-Canada relations and surveillance. Colin Robertson, with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, answers your questions.

Duration:00:29:09

Feb. 19, 2023 - When do intimate affairs among co-workers cross the line?

2/19/2023
John Tory has officially resigned as Toronto's mayor after admitting to an affair with a former city staffer. When did an office relationship affect your life at work?

Duration:01:11:44

Ask Me Anything: Electric vehicles

2/12/2023
This week's Ask Me Anything segment takes a closer look at the state of electric vehicles. George Iny will answer your questions. He's the director of the Automobile Protection Association.

Duration:00:28:44

Feb. 12, 2023 - Are private clinics the solution to Canada's health-care crisis?

2/12/2023
As the federal government pledges $196 billion over 10 years to provinces for health-care — including $46.2 billion in new money — evidence suggests more Canadians are pulling out their wallets to pay privately. How much are you willing to pay for faster service?

Duration:01:12:12

Feb. 5, 2023 - How do you feel about MAID including those who suffer solely from mental illness?

2/5/2023
This week the federal government tabled a bill to delay the expansion of the medical assistance in dying (MAID) law until 2024. The expansion would allow Canadians who suffer solely from mental illness to be eligible. What's at stake for you?

Duration:01:39:35

Jan. 29, 2023 - What should be done to fix air travel in Canada?

1/29/2023
Canada's minister of transport says the country's airline passenger bill of rights will be reworked this spring because of traveller complaints surrounding things such as flight cancellations, stranded passengers and lost luggage. What's your travel story?

Duration:01:11:38

Jan. 22, 2023 - Are you rethinking how much alcohol you drink?

1/22/2023
It’s Dry January and there’s a new set of health guidelines. The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction says no amount of alcohol is safe and any more than two drinks a week is risky. Should the government start regulating alcohol like cigarettes?

Duration:01:27:41

Jan. 15, 2023 - What impact is the inflation squeeze having on your life?

1/15/2023
Have fond holiday memories given way to January bills? With things like interest rates and the price of fuel, groceries and housing remaining high, analysts say a recession is looming. What are you doing about it?

Duration:01:03:26

Ask Me Anything: Fitness and diet myths

1/15/2023
This week's segment is focused on diet and fitness myths. Personal trainer and registered dietitian Chinwe Asagwara joins us to answer your questions.

Duration:00:28:51

Jan. 8, 2023 - What question do you have about the new COVID-19 subvariant?

1/8/2023
A new COVID-19 subvariant has now been confirmed in multiple provinces in Canada. The Omicron offshoot is also rising rapidly south of the border, and scientists say it could soon be a dominant strain in the U.S. and other countries. How is COVID affecting you right now?

Duration:00:58:36

Ask Me Anything: Trouble sleeping

1/8/2023
This week's segment focuses on sleep. Dr. Charles Samuels answers questions about people who are having trouble sleeping. What would you like to know?

Duration:00:41:49

Jan. 1, 2023 - What was the most important news story of 2022?

1/1/2023
From the war in Ukraine, to unprecedented protests in Ottawa, and record-breaking inflation — 2022 was an eventful year. As we enter the new year, we look back once more at the stories that hit home with Canadians.

Duration:01:05:56

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