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Toronto Today with Greg BradyBuilding Faster and Smarter: Aurora’s Mayor on new Provincial laws and Municipal PowerTom Mrakas, Aurora Mayor, joins Greg to talk about tonight's council meeting urging official opposition to Ontario’s Bills 5 and 17 with concerns about diminished municipal control, weakened environmental and heritage protections, and reduced public consultation
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Off the CuffBuilding a Thriving Aurora: Mayor Tom Mrakas on Downtown Revitalization & Business SuccessJoin host Vern, as he sits down for a candid conversation with Mayor Tom Mrakas as we discuss the future of Aurora’s downtown, the importance of a strong business climate, and why our Town is the perfect place for businesses to thrive.2025-04-0835 min
The FEEDSnap Election / Minimizing the Blues / Metrolinx Barrie Service / Consumer Protection Legal Clinic / KUUMBA / Bent Fork ImprovOntario, we are going to the polls in just under a month. Ann Rohmer is with political analyst and host of the "3 Minute Interview", Stephen LeDrew to better understand the what, why, when and where of this snap election.Blue Monday is now in the rearview mirror, but its root cause is still with us. Shaliza Bacchus spoke with Rebecca Shields, CEO of the York Region in South Simcoe Canadian Mental Health Association, about a brand new program launched to minimize the blues.A transportation link to the GO train is certainly welcome in smaller communities in the GTA, but...2025-02-0155 minToronto Today with Greg BradyTHINK TANK - Big City Mayors edition - Marianne Meed Ward, Tom Mrakas & Elizabeth RoyGreg Brady and the Big City Mayors panel of:Marianne Meed Ward, Burlington Mayor,Tom Mrakas, Aurora Mayor,Elizabeth Roy, Whitby Mayor,Discuss:
Ontario Big City Mayors
Gun violence is on the rise in Canada. In parts of the Greater Toronto Area, it's a record-breaking year
Two 13-year-old boys among four people charged for allegedly stealing liquor from LCBO in Oshawa
City says it can't meet affordable housing targets without more help
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-0722 minThe FEEDCrime Stats / Project Canoe / Aurora Town Square / Back to School Anxiety / Class Lunches / September ForecastThere has been an alarming surge in violent crime here in York region. And the stats released earlier this week by York Regional Police are jaw-dropping. York Regional Police chief Jim MacSween joins Ann Rohmer to discuss.York region as we know it will change forever on September the 21st with a ribbon cutting ceremony in the town of Aurora for their new state-of-the-art town square, Aurora Town Mayor Tom Mrakas is with Jim Lang.Glenn Perkins is next Sasha Ellis, the Executive Director at Project Canoe. A project that provides young people the technology free experience of the wilderness...2024-08-3155 minThe FEEDTornado Alley / YorkU Emergency Operations / Insurance Bureau of Canada / Aurora Digital Twin / AIM Anniversary / Little Jamaica Walking TourAnn Rohmer speaks with Dr. David Sills; who serves as the Executive Director of the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) about how new data points to evidence that Ontario may be Canada's new Tornado Alley.A state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Centre simulation space opened earlier this month at York University, the first ever multifunctional disaster and emergency lab at a Canadian university, Ann Rohmer is with Ali Asgary, an Associate Professor of Disaster & Emergency Management.Homeowners may be taking a much closer look at their insurance policies following recent rains and weather damage. Jim Lang speaks with Anne Marie Thomas from the...2024-07-2751 min
Cross Border Interviews769. Aurora Mayor Tom MrakasWelcome to the Cross Border Interviews, Today's guest is Aurora Mayor Tom Mrakas.
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Renegades RinksideThe ClimbSeason 1 Episode 5 - The ClimbIn this episode of the Renegades Ringside podcast, hosts Chris Williams dives into the fascinating world of local minor hockey with the U18 AA Newmarket Renegades. They discuss the team's recent performance, their upcoming games, and the challenges they face on their journey to the championship. He also interviews #18 Cole Robertshaw, who shares his experience and passion for the game. Get ready to be inspired as they discuss the valuable life lessons learned from hockey that extend beyond the ice. Join them for an insightful and engaging conversation that will...2023-11-0134 min
ON THE MARKET WITH ASIF KHANGraham McGregor, Mayor Tom Mrakas and Kingsley Ma 3.12.22. OTMGraham McGregor, Mayor Tom Mrakas and Kingsley Ma 3.12.22. OTM by Asif Khan ON THE MARKET2022-12-1028 min
On The MarketGraham McGregor, MPP, Mayor Tom Mrakas (Aurora) and Kingsley Ma -REMAX WESTERN CANADABill 24, More Homes Built Faster Act is a hot topic. Graham McGregor, MPP Brampton North speaks with Glynn Perkins about what the act means for residents of the GTA. Part of the legislative change is the savings to Developers and the impact this will have on municipalities. Mayor Tom Mrakas of Aurora shares the added infrastructure costs will mean a $29 million shortfall over the next decade that will have to be passed on to taxpayers. Kingsley Ma discusses the impact of not building more homes on house prices using Vancouver as the example.2022-12-0328 minThe FEEDSpecial Edition - All 9 York Region Mayors• Ann Rohmer and Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca
• Ann Rohmer and Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti
• Jim Lang and Richmond Hill Mayor David West
• Jim Lang and Newmarket Mayor John Taylor
• Kevin Frankish and Aurora Mayor Tom Mrakas
• Kevin Frankish and King Mayor Steve Pellegrini
• Kevin Frankish and Georgina Mayor GEORGINA Margaret Quirk
• Glynn Perkins and Whitchurch-Stouffville Mayor Iain Lovatt
• Glynn Perkins and East Gwillimbury Mayor Virginia Hackson2022-11-1956 min
The GetAlpha MindsetA Mayor's Mindset with Tom MrakasMeet Tom Mrakas! Tom is the Mayor in the town of Aurora, Ontario and former entrepreneur and business owner. We talk about what he and his team have accomplished in his term, the path to politics, and misconceptions about politics.
Norman and Tom dive into how having an entrepreneur background helped his mindset in politics, social media, COVID-19 and able to get to know Mayor Tom as Tom. Some great insight about politics and some future plans for the town.2022-08-0344 min