CJLO 1690 AM will not be celebrating Canada Day. In what is now an annual tradition, CJLO will be airing documentaries from the National Campus and Community Radio Association’s Resonating Reconciliation, a project that engages community radio to help reconcile all Canadians with the history of Indian Residential Schools. In light of the recent discovery of several unmarked graves of children found near former residential schools across the country, now more than ever Canadians should pause, reflect, and inform themselves on their country's genocidal history. These broadcasts will take place tomorrow, July 1st between 11 AM and 6 PM EST. The full schedule is posted below. 

“If you’re a conscious Canadian living in this country, you shouldn’t be supporting Canada; you can be proud to be a Canadian and live in this country, but you have to acknowledge the present day plight of indigenous people – as well as the past history – and not just sweep it under the rug.” - Jay Soule

This audio was first broadcast on CJLO on June 30th, 2017, in response to the Canada 150 Celebration.

11 AM - Law, Land, Language: Resonating Reconciliation in Secwepemculecw, produced by CFBX in Kamloops, British Columbia

In collaboration with Secwepemc Radio, this radio documentary focuses on the ways that law, land, and language have been impacted by the Indian Residential Schools.

1 PM - Adoption and the ’60s Scoop, produced by CFRC in Kingston, Ontario

This documentary follows the life of its producer and includes interviews with others on how the ‘60s scoop continues to impact families, communities, and individuals.

2 PM - What it means to be Indigenous in Canada today with the ongoing impact of Indian Residential Schools, produced by CJAM in Windsor, Ontario

This is an intimate documentary where the producer Andrea describes herself, her story, and the story of her family, friends and community.

2:30 PM - Why can't the past be the past? Produced by CiTR in Vancouver, British Columbia

This documentary aims to educate the listener (who is most likely not Indigenous) about common misconceptions and about the history of Indian Residential Schools not often taught in schools. This documentary provides a safe place for people to learn and find answers to their questions regarding Indian Residential Schools in an open and accessible way.

4 PM - Forgotten Voices, produced by CKUT in Montreal, Quebec

A collection of stories shared at the TRC event in Montréal, Québec.

4:30 PM - Healing through Art, produced by CKUT in Montreal, Quebec

This documentary highlights the effect art can have as it reflects the reality of Indigenous artists

5 PM - Education and Indian Residential Schools, produced by CJSW in Calgary, Alberta

This documentary focuses on education and its role in Indian Residential Schools, and its continuing impact on Indigenous people and Canadians. It also details how the education Jesse's father received in Indian Residential School has impacted his father's perspective towards education and how this has played a role in Jesse's life and family.

5:30 PM - Understanding Truth and Reconciliation: Exploring Reconciliation, Intergenerational Trauma and Indigenous Resistance, produced by CJSR in Edmonton, Alberta

Part one: Dr. James Daschuk talks about his research on the history of the health of indigenous peoples, particularly the effect of starvation. Dr. Ian Mosby continues the discussion by focusing on how starvation and medical experimentation were utilized at the residential school level to further colonial oppression.

Part two: TRC Commissioner Littlechild recounts his personal experience at a residential school in Ermineskin, Alberta.

Part three: Different perspectives from an aboriginal and settler perspective about reconciliation and what the aboriginal-settler relationship means going into the future.

Part four: How indigenous peoples have resisted and survived over history, and identifies the cultural pillars that continue to ensure indigenous survival.

Shanellie Marie

Trudeau extends travel ban until July 21st

Canada has banned all nonessential travel to anywhere in the world, until July 21st. 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to lift the ban until at least 75 percent of Canadians have had at least one dose of a first Covid-19 vaccine.

As of now, about 65 percent have gotten their first shot, while just 20 percent have received their second.

Ontario surpasses 9000 Covid-19 deaths

Ontario has surpassed 9000 Covid-19 deaths.

But about 75 percent have received their first dose of the vaccine. 

Outdoor gatherings are now permitted, along with some access to non-essential retail. 

Public Health agency reports a spike in new cases of Delta variant  

Meanwhile, the more-contagious Delta variant continues to spread in Canada.

Canada’s chief public health officer Dr. Teresa Tam said that by the end of last week, there were about 2000 confirmed cases in the country. 

Delta is said to be 1.5 times more contagious than the dominant version of COVID-19.

Tam said one dose of the vaccine isn't as effective against serious infection, encouraging people to get full coverage.

Stories by Allison O’Reilly

Reported by Allison O’Reilly

Quebec Enters Yellow Zone

As of this past Monday, all of Quebec including Montreal has entered Zone Yellow, making ways for more relaxed rules around social gathering.

Once the epicenter of COVID-19 in Canada, Montreal has reported fewer than 100 cases per day in the past week.

In Zone Yellow, people from two different households can gather indoors at private residences. Two households can eat together at a table at a restaurant, and all restaurants must keep a guest registry. Also, bars are now open, but singing and dancing is still prohibited. 

Despite the encouraging numbers and relaxed rules, officials are still urging the public to prioritize safety, as most of the population still has only received one dose of the vaccine.

Novavax Highly Effective in Trials

In other COVID-19 news, after a late-stage study, vaccine maker Novavax said its shot is highly effective against the virus and its variants. 

According to the company, the vaccine demonstrated 90 percent effectiveness, with minimal side effects.

While demand for vaccines has dropped significantly in North America, the Novavax vaccine will play an important role in boosting vaccine supplies around the world due to its easy storage and transportation.

Charges Laid Against Accused London Attacker

In other news, terror charges have been laid against the man accused of intentionally driving into a Muslim family in London, Ontario, killing four and injuring a child.

Twenty-year-old Nathaniel Veltman was facing four counts of first-degree-murder and one count of attempted murder, however at a court appearance on Monday, prosecutors informed Veltman that they received consent to pursue terrorism charges under section 83 of the Criminal code.

Police have alleged that the attack on June 6 was a planned and premeditated act against Muslims.

A vigil for the family and a multi-faith walk last week saw thousands of Londoners show their support for the Muslim community.

QUEBEC COVID UPDATE

For your COVID-19 update…

Quebec reported record low case counts this week for a daily average below 200 as of Thursday morning.

This as healthcare workers are administering about 80 thousand vaccines per day.

So far about 70 per cent of Quebecers have gotten at least one dose.

Elsewhere in Canada, Manitoba is still reporting the most infections per million residents of any province or American state.

LOGGING PAUSE CALLED ON VANCOUVER ISLAND

Across the country…

After an extended standoff between police and blockaders, the BC government has approved a two-year pause on old-growth logging on Vancouver Island.

The pause affects an area of now-protected forest in the Fairy Creek and Walbran regions, which has been the site of ongoing conflict in recent months.

First Nations and protestors have been laying stones and barricades on logging roads to protect the trees, some of which have been growing there for centuries.

Premier John Horgan praised his government for the move, calling it, quote, monumental.

EARTH GAINS A NEW OCEAN

Finally,

Earth got a new ocean, Tuesday.

Yes, National Geographic says they are officially recognizing the area of water around antarctica as the so-called Southern Ocean.

The magazine says the region is distinct from the existing oceans, with its own current and temperature patterns.

Until further notice, the earth now has five oceans: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Mediterranean, and now, Southern.