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One political analyst is suggesting that Montrealers are not interested in what’s being offered from the mayoral candidates. Raphael Melançon shares his thoughts with Aaron Rand:

Groupe Dynamite is considering moving its operations to the States. Company president Andrew Lutfy joined Aaron Rand to explain why:

Canada Post will be ending door-to-door mail delivery. Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social to look at the announcement:

The launch of one of the 2 new branches of the REM has been pushed back until 2026. Political commentator @jamesmennie.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand to share his thoughts on the delay:

Is Facebook turning a blind eye to 'AI slop' and celebrity hoaxes? Co-founder of Indicator and investigative journalist @craigsilverman.bsky.social joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

Canada Post has launched a strike after Ottawa's plan to curb door-to-door mail delivery. Letter carrier Lorraine Muller and Grievance Officer Victoria Tracey joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

What's On Montreal is the go-to for the best events in and around our city. Stay tuned to CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal to find out What’s On Montreal! Here's what's coming up:

Montreal now has a cat museum. Executive director of Le Miaousée, Aqeela Nahani joined Joanne Vrakas with all the details:

Quebec will soon have a Canadian Premier League soccer franchise. FC Supra's Rocco Placentino joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social with more:

What is Huntington's disease and how could a new treatment slow its progression? Dr. Mitch Shulman joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

#BREAKING Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Canada’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state a “mark of shame,” during his address to the UN on Friday. Listen to CJAD 800 for more.

One political analyst is suggesting that Montrealers are not interested in what’s being offered from the mayoral candidates. Raphael Melançon shares his thoughts with Aaron Rand:

Groupe Dynamite is considering moving its operations to the States. Company president Andrew Lutfy joined Aaron Rand to explain why:

The launch of one of the 2 new branches of the REM has been pushed back until 2026. Political commentator @jamesmennie.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand to share his thoughts on the delay:

Canada Post will be ending door-to-door mail delivery. Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social to look at the announcement:

At least 66 Quebecers are sick after a Salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios. Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Agricultural Microbiology at McGill University, Dr. Jennifer Ronholm joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social with everything you need to know:

Will Mark Carney force one of his ministers to walk the plank? Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

Montreal now has a cat museum. Executive director of Le Miaousée, Aqeela Nahani joined Joanne Vrakas with all the details:

Family doctors are ramping up their pressure tactics on Quebec's Bill 106. Dr. Mitch Shulman joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social to share his concerns with the government's plans:

Will Mark Carney force one of his ministers to walk the plank? Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

When does free speech become a legal issue? Legal contributor Chris Dimakos looks at Jimmy Kimmel's recent suspension as an example. He joined Aaron Rand:

Montreal mayoral candidate @sorayamartinezf.bsky.social has promised that, if elected, @ensemblemontreal.bsky.social will end homelessness in the city by 2030. She joined Aaron Rand:

Trump has changed his position on Ukraine. What does it mean for the ongoing war? Former Montrealer working as a non-resident fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute in Vienna, Roger Hilton joined Aaron Rand:

#BREAKING Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound says Canada Post will reduce the frequency of door-to-door letter mail delivery in an effort to shore up its finances. Listen to CJAD 800 for more.

What's On Montreal is the go-to for the best events in and around our city. Stay tuned to CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal to find out What’s On Montreal! Here's what's coming up:

At least 66 Quebecers are sick after a Salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios. Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Agricultural Microbiology at McGill University, Dr. Jennifer Ronholm joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social with everything you need to know:

#BREAKING Montreal’s western REM line to l’Anse-à-l’Orme will not open until spring 2026, and the Deux-Montagnes line is slated to open in November, CDPQ Infra confirmed on Thursday. Listen to CJAD 800 for more.

Will Mark Carney force one of his ministers to walk the plank? Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

Will Mark Carney force one of his ministers to walk the plank? Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

#BREAKING The parliamentary budget officer says he expects the upcoming fall budget will reveal a sharp increase in Ottawa’s annual deficit to $68.5 billion this year, up from $51.7 billion last year. Listen to CJAD 800 for more.

A Montreal pastor is sounding the alarm over spiraling mental health issues downtown. St. Jax Church's Graham Singh joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

Federal Conservatives are reacting to Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree's comments on Canada's gun buyback program. Conservative Party of Canada Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

Please note that CJAD 800's AM signal will be unavailable between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Sept. 25 due to important transmitter maintenance. You can continue to listen interruption-free at CJAD800.com, on the iHeartRadio app, on your smart speaker or at 107.3 HD-2.

Please note that CJAD 800's AM signal will be unavailable between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Sept. 25 due to important transmitter maintenance. You can continue to listen interruption-free at CJAD800.com, on the iHeartRadio app, on your smart speaker or at 107.3 HD-2.

What is factually wrong about Trump's statement on Tylenol and autism? Dr. Joe Schwarcz joined Aaron Rand to break it all down:

In his U.N. speech, Trump takes his MAGA message global. Political insider Tom Mulcair joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

Should you be worried about TikTok collecting your data? Tech analyst @carmilevy.bsky.social joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social:

When does free speech become a legal issue? Legal contributor Chris Dimakos looks at Jimmy Kimmel's recent suspension as an example. He joined Aaron Rand:

Montreal mayoral candidate @sorayamartinezf.bsky.social has promised that, if elected, @ensemblemontreal.bsky.social will end homelessness in the city by 2030. She joined Aaron Rand:

Trump has changed his position on Ukraine. What does it mean for the ongoing war? Former Montrealer working as a non-resident fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute in Vienna, Roger Hilton joined Aaron Rand:

A B.C. chef is making headlines after refusing to give his customers extra soy sauce. Antonio Park joined Aaron Rand to share his thoughts on the story:

Missed the CJAD 800 Trivia Show this past weekend? Catch up now on iHeartRadio:

#BREAKING An employee of Canada’s largest bank accused of viewing Prime Minister Mark Carney’s personal accounts without approval has been charged with fraud, federal police told AFP on Wednesday. Listen to CJAD 800 for more.

A Montreal pastor is sounding the alarm over spiraling mental health issues downtown. St. Jax Church's Graham Singh joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

Federal Conservatives are reacting to Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree's comments on Canada's gun buyback program. Conservative Party of Canada Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social:

Longueuil police shot and killed a 15-year-old teen. Why did they fail to notify the family? The family's lawyer, Fernando Belton joined Aaron Rand:

The Quebec Municipal Commission is looking to fine an anglo rights activist. The Task Force on Linguistic Policy's Andrew Caddell joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social to explain what happened:

Ticketmaster and Live Nation are being sued over illegal ticket resale tactics. Tech advisor @mitchjoel.bsky.social joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social with more:

Should you be worried about TikTok collecting your data? Tech analyst @carmilevy.bsky.social joined @keninmontreal.bsky.social: