On Point With Alex Pierson

Missed the show? No worries, we've got you covered with the ON Point podcast. On this episode, Alex starts off talking with Dr. Jennifer Grant, an Infectious Disease Physician and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine. They talk about the new measures announced by the Ford government to combat the recent wave of Omicron infections. Alex and Dr. Grant talk about why the schools should not be closed down, why this measure is inexcusable at this point, and what impacts these closures could have on the youth.Next, Alex speaks with Ken Coates, A Macdonald-Laurier Institute Distinguished Fellow and Canadian historian. They talk about the new settlement between the Federal government and First Nation's communities for $40-Billion over child welfare. Alex and Ken break down this monumental settlement, how the money is going to be allocated, and if this settlement is a good step towards reconciliation.Finally, Alex speaks with Mark Arnold, the lawyer representing six