Scott Radley Show

In an age of online shopping, how do independent brick and mortar shops stay in business? How can you balance taking care of elderly relatives while working a full-time job? & Sports Talk with Don Robertson

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Bryan Prince Bookseller, an independent bookstore in Westdale, will be closing its doors this week after 29 years in business.In an age where brick and mortar bookshops seem to be scarce and people are mainly shopping online, how did Bryan Prince Bookseller stay open as long as it did?Guest: Marvin Ryder, business professor for the DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University-There are 5.6 million Canadians who are juggling work with taking care of an elderly relative or friend. Many workplaces aren’t necessarily accommodating of these situations, which can put a lot of stress on both the employee and the company.New guidelines developed by McMaster researcher Dr. Allison Williams, in partnership with the Canadian Standards Association, are aimed at helping employers support workers who are in this position.Guest: Dr. Allison Williams, McMaster professor and Research Chair in Gender, Work and Health for the Canadian Institute of Health Research -Scott and Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys discuss