As It Happens As It Happens

Women’s hockey is coming to prime time

Sep 28, 2026 · 51m

Summary

This episode covers the federal government's approval of a new appeal for two Saskatchewan sisters convicted of murder decades ago, citing likely false confessions. It also announces that Hockey Night in Canada will return to the CBC, featuring prime-time broadcasts of the Professional Women's Hockey League. The show marks the death of calypso legend Mighty Sparrow with memories from reggae artist J. Douglas. Additionally, it reports on Stelco's plant closure in Hamilton due to US steel tariffs, interviews a competitive boat docking champion, and highlights a $60 loaf of bread in New York a…

Topics discussed

Wayfair Halloween decor advertisement News roundup: wrongful conviction, hockey, and expensive bread Stelco announces layoffs in Hamilton Interview with Mayor Andrea Horvath on steel tariffs Sammy Jo Small on PHL joining Hockey Night in Canada Tribute to calypso legend The Mighty Sparrow J. Douglas on performing with The Mighty Sparrow Wayfair holiday home advertisement Quezon sisters granted appeal after 33 years in prison Extreme boat docking competition in the Chesapeake Bay The $60 loaf of rye sourdough in New York Saskatchewan jerky selected for the ISS
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