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It’s the unofficial start to holiday season shopping and many retailers are already offering pre Black Friday sales. Marvin Ryder, associate professor of marketing at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business joins Global News Morning with more on if there are deals to be had this year.

Canada Post workers are on strike across the country in a dispute over proposed federal reforms that the union says amount to privatization by stealth. McMaster University Professor and expert in public policy and labour negotiations, Marvin Ryder, joins Global News to discuss the impact the strike could have on workers, businesses and the future...

Ontario has officially kicked off its vaccination rollout this week, while other provinces are pursuing different strategies. Dr. Dawn Bowdish, Professor of Medicine at McMaster University and Executive Director of the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health, joins Candace Daniel to explain what this means for Ontarians.

Duty-free shipping to the United States has now officially ended, putting many Canadian businesses at further risk of shutting down. Marvin Ryder, associate professor of marketing at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business joins Global News Morning to share his insight.

A new report from McMaster University reveals obesity rates in Canada rose more quickly between 2020 and 2023 than in the entire decade before. Researchers found an average annual increase of more than one per cent during the pandemic years. Dr. Kaberi Dasgupta, physician and professor of medicine at McGill University, joins Candace Daniel to...

A new report has found obesity rates in Canada increased faster during the COVID-19 pandemic than in the entire decade beforehand. Researchers at McMaster university say they saw an increase of more than one percent a year between 2020 and 2023. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Monday July 14,...

One Canadian brand is reaping the rewards of the buy Canadian movement in the face of the U.S. – Canada trade war. Purdys Chocolatier is deciding to sell its products outside its own stores for the first time in its 118 year history, as demand for its product has reached new heights, Joining us with...

Canada’s oldest company could soon permanently shut its doors. The Hudson’s Bay has dressed Canadians for centuries, but is currently awaiting court-approval to liquidate all of its stores across Canada. Joining us with more to discuss the bay’s financial struggles along with a changing retail landscape is Marvin Ryder associate professor of marketing at McMaster...

Boxing day used to be a time where hundreds would lineup overnight outside electronic stores overnight and thousands would crowd malls fighting for the best post Christmas bargains. With online shopping and Black Friday sales becoming more popular, is Boxing Day a thing of the past? Joining us with more to break down the popularity...

The federal government’s GST holiday begins as of today, slashing the tax on dozens of items just in time for the holidays. However, there remains confusion over what items are exempt and what businesses are part of the tax cut. Joining us with more is Marvin Ryder, associate professor at McMaster University’s Degroote School of...

Canada Post workers officially went on strike Friday after failing to reach an agreement with the crown corporation. This has sent many Canadians scrambling to handle holiday mail and businesses scrambling to find alternative methods of shipping. Marvin Ryder, associate professor at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business joins Global News Morning to discuss the...

Consumer spending is changing, with more people choosing to avoid expensive options at places like Starbucks and McDonald’s. Joining us to talk more about this trend is Marvin Ryder, Associate Professor of Marketing at the DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University.

It’s not just testing for coronavirus. Dawn Bowdish, Canada Research Chair in aging and immunity at McMaster University, says vital research in Canada is being delayed by a shortage of supplies.

McMaster University medical students Rishi Bansal and Natasha Bauer-Maison explain why more than 650 students want paid sick leaves.

Matthew Miller, an associate professor in the department of biochemistry and biomedical sciences at McMaster University discusses possible side effects with vaccines and how they compare to other over the counter medications.

Mon, Jul 4: McMaster university professor Mike Waddington breaks down the science behind the Burns Bog fire – and how it’s different from other wildfire situations.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has appointed former governor general and former law professor David Johnston as the special rapporteur to oversee the investigation into foreign interference. One of Johnston’s duties will be to decide whether a public inquiry is needed. Why Johnston was chosen, his history working for the federal government, and the opposition’s reaction....

As post-secondary students grapple with everyday challenges, including navigating an online world, a helping hand never hurts. A group at Trent University has pioneered the creation of a tool for students, by students. It even landed them an international award. Terry Greene is the project lead of Ontario Extend: Liberated Learners, a 7 institution collaboration...

A new Canadian study on exercise shows you should take a deep breath if you are heading to the gym angry. McMaster University researchers found the risk of a heart attack triples if you exercise while upset. Mike Le Couteur report.

Dr. Eva Lonn is under review by McMaster University for comments to deport pro-Palestinian protestors. Ahmar Khan reports.