Hour 2 of Ottawa Now for Thurs. July 24th, 2025

A new report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has just dropped, and it does not display good news for the Ottawa-Gatineau economy. It says that section of Canada will bear the brunt of the Carney Liberals’ upcoming job cuts, as 24,000 public service jobs could get the axe by 2028. The feds are hoping to find $25 billion in savings over the next 3 years, and they will have some tough calls to make in order to reach that objective. We explore further with David MacDonald, who is a Senior Economist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Meantime, a new study from the University of Toronto has discovered that prescription weight loss medication usage has been linked to significantly higher rates of eating disorders. The biggest victims in this study: Teenage boys and men. And now, new concerns are being raised about the usage of these high-profile medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, for weight loss purposes. Joining us in Hour 2 is Kyle Ganson, an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Social Work. Plus, we delve into the complex reputation of Canada Geese. Are they our friends, and why are we seeing so many of them lately?