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FDA's Proposed Ban on Trans Fats Could Benefit Canadians
Canadians may benefit from a U.S. proposal calling on the food industry to phase out trans fats, says a consumer advocate who wants Health Canada to follow suit.
According to CBC, the ban proposed by the Food and Drug Administration would eliminate artificial trans fats in processed food and could prevent 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 heart-related deaths a year in the U.S.
Manufacturers use trans fats to extend shelf life. However, consuming them raises low-density lipoprotein, or “bad” cholesterol, increasing the risk of coronary heart disease, the FDA says.
The FDA proposal would define partially hydrogenated oils, the main dietary source of trans fats in processed foods, as additives that could not be used in food unless authorized.
Bill Jeffrey, national co-ordinator for the Centre for Science in the Public Interest, says Health Canada has told the Canadian government that removing trans fats from the food supply could prevent 1,000 deaths a year while saving almost half a billion dollars.
Documents obtained by Jeffrey’s group showed the federal government planned to limit the trans fat content of vegetable oils and margarines. However, no announcement was made.
Jeffrey said it’s hard to know what the implications of the U.S. proposal will be for Canadians. American food manufacturers may export safer products to Canada but they may see Canada as a market to get rid of trans fat laden foods, he said.
CJLO News - November 7 2013
Hosted by: Carlo Spiridigliozzi
Stories by: Saturn de Los Angeles, Marilla Steuter-Martin & John Toohey
Produced by: John Toohey
Forbidden Sin! Sunday on Grade A Explosives
Fact: There are a million bands in the greater Montreal area. In order to help you sort through them, CJLO is listening to albums and judging bands so you don't have to. Take for example, Andrew from Grade A Explosives. This Sunday, November 10th, he's decided that you need to hear about Forbidden Sin. He'll have them in to talk about their music, Montreal metal scene, and the best way to prepare a baked potato. So tune in from 4-6 PM for all this and more.
B.C. and Alberta premiers agree on pipeline framework
The premiers of British Columbia and Alberta have come to an agreement for framework on the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline.
A statement released Tuesday morning says that Alberta has agreed to B.C.'s five conditions for pipeline approval.
They have also agreed to drop B.C.'s desire for a larger share of the projects government royalties.
According to premier Christy Clark, B.C. would be assuming most of the environmental risk that comes with such energy plans.
The announcement of the agreement was unexpected, since the premiers had cancelled a previous meeting scheduled for Tuesday.
source: CBC News
Welfare Changes Rejected by Courts
Mi’kmaq leaders on the East Coast are celebrating a legal win against the Canadian government this week.
According to CBC, proposed changes to social assistance programs on reserves won’t become a reality after all.
The federal Department of Aboriginal Affairs was trying to adjust welfare rates on Maritime reserves to match provincial standards.
This would cause many people to lose their eligibility.
As of yesterday, the changes were rejected at the federal court level.
STORY BY MARILLA STEUTER-MARTIN
CJLO News - November 6 2013
Hosted by: Catlin Spencer
Stories by: Marilla Steuter-Martin & Kris Eugenio
Produced by: Jenna Monney-Lupert
Rob Ford Admits Cocaine Use
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has admitted to using cocaine.
According to The Toronto Star, Ford has apologised, saying he is not an addict.
This comes after months of Ford denying drug use.
The scandal came to light last spring when a video of him smoking crack was reported on by The Star.
The police are now in possession of the video.
Ford says he plans to continue in office.
STORY BY MARILLA STEUTER-MARTIN
Gay Marriage to Become Legal in Illnois
Gay marriage is set to become legal in Illinois.
According to the Washington Post, Governor Pat Quinn says he will sign the bill into law by the end of the month.
President of the National Organization for Marriage, Brinn Brown, opposes the bill.
He says it will mean harassment for those who hold traditional marriage views.
Illinois is the 15th American state to pass same-sex marriage laws.
The move has already been endoresed by the U.S. President Barack Obama.
STORY BY MARILLA STEUTER-MARTIN
CJLO News - November 5 2013
Hosted by Danny Aubry
Stories written by John Toohey, Rory Warnock and Alexa Everett
Produced by Saturn De Los Angeles
Fracking Plans Paused Near Gros Morne
An application for fracking near Gros Morne National Park has been put on hold by
the Newfoundland and Labrador government Monday.
CBC reports the Shoal Point Energy and it’s partner Black Spruce Exploration’s plan
to use hydraulic fracturing to extract gas and oil reserves from the shale rock on the
western region of the province has been paused, for now.
The government has stated that they will not look at the application until they are
satisfied that the process will not harm residents or the environment.
UNESCO has mentioned that environmental status of Gros Morne National Park
could be at risk.
Residents have expressed worries regarding fracking plans in their region to which
Natural Resources Minister Derrick Dalley has stated that the involvement of public
consultation will be important in the government’s decision.
NDP member George Murphy, who proposed to hold off on hydraulic fracturing
early this year, is pleased that the government has finally put off extraction until
further research is done.
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