The Southern Ontario/WNY Radio-TV Forum / AM 640's Greg Brady Loses His Bid For A Seat In Ottawa

**Posted by RadioActive** April 28, 2025 10:36 pm

Former Toronto deputy mayor Jennifer McKelvie has beaten former (and soon to be again?) AM640 morning host Greg Brady in the Ajax riding. The result came despite the fact he lives there - and McKelvie doesn't.

So when does he return to the air - if he does? Stay tuned. This just makes what happens next even more interesting. My guess - he'll be on the morning show on Tuesday to talk about what happened.

**Posted by Radiowiz** April 28, 2025 11:26 pm

On the plus side for Kevin F, maybe he recorded his morning shows and he can now count this as good aircheck material.
(unless Mr. Brady is preferring to take a long break away from radio anyway?)

**Posted by g121** April 29, 2025 12:11 am

RadioActive wrote:
Former Toronto deputy mayor Jennifer McKelvie has beaten former (and soon to be again?) AM640 morning host Greg Brady in the Ajax riding. The result came despite the fact he lives there - and McKelvie doesn't.

re: The result came despite the fact he lives there - and McKelvie doesn't. ..
but one is infinitely more qualified to handle political office .. it's not even close ..

+ Scarborough-Rouge Park is just 2 ridings over from Ajax.

https://ajaxconservative.ca/gregforajax.html
About Greg Brady
Greg has proudly called Ajax home since 2008, when he and his wife chose to put down roots and raise their two sons here. Over the years, he's become deeply invested in the community — not just as a resident, but as a coach, volunteer, and advocate for families across the town.

With nearly 30 years in broadcasting, Greg built a successful career in media, getting his start on the radio at a young age. His voice has been heard across Canada and the U.S. through his work at 980 CFPL in London, WDFN 1130 in Detroit, and long-standing roles at Sportsnet 590 The Fan and 640 Toronto.
Here in Ajax, Greg has dedicated countless hours to supporting local youth sports — coaching and managing competitive soccer and baseball teams, including those his sons played on. His commitment to giving back extends beyond the field; Greg is also a passionate fundraiser for cancer research and has completed the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer four times, cycling in support of life-saving research across the region.

Ajax isn't just where Greg lives — it's where he's built a life, a community, and a calling to serve.

https://jennifermckelvie.liberal.ca/biography/
Jennifer McKelvie is a municipal leader, Deputy Mayor, and accomplished Environmental Geoscientist with deep personal and professional ties to Ajax. With decades of experience championing infrastructure and the environment, she is ready to use her skills to champion growth, protect jobs, and deliver for Ajax as its next Liberal Member of Parliament.

For the past seven years, she has served as a municipal Councillor representing Scarborough-Rouge Park. After being elected to her second term of office in 2022, Jennifer was appointed Deputy Mayor of Toronto, and in this capacity, was Acting Mayor from February to July of 2023. Jennifer serves as Chair of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee, a member of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, and a member of the Green Municipal Fund Council for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, supporting municipalities across Canada in adopting sustainable practices.

Jennifer McKelvie is also an accomplished Environmental Geoscientist with experience in infrastructure planning and community engagement. She completed her B.Sc. and postdoctoral research at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and managed research partnerships at the Nuclear Waste Management Organization and the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. Dr. McKelvie’s peer-reviewed research has been widely cited and supported by numerous national and international awards, including the NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarship and L’Oréal/UNESCO Women in Science Fellowship.

**Posted by RadioActive** April 29, 2025 7:21 am

Another broadcaster that tried to grab the election brass ring was more successful. Former radio host Andrew Lawton emerged victorious in his race for power in London, Ont. He's a controversial figure who often expressed very right wing views, but he's well known in the area and won despite a history of controversial comments.

Elgin-St. Thomas-London South: Ex-radio host Andrew Lawton wins

**Posted by RadioAaron** April 29, 2025 7:23 am

Evan Soloman also won.

**Posted by RadioActive** April 29, 2025 7:34 am

RadioAaron wrote:
Evan Soloman also won.

Yes, noted in this thread from the night before. John Moore, who worked with him on CFRB, believes he's headed for a cabinet position. It will be interesting to see what they give him to do.

**Posted by Chrisphen** April 29, 2025 7:47 am

At least former CFRB asset Jamil Jivani managed to retain his seat.

**Posted by Dial Twister** April 29, 2025 7:49 am

Chrisphen wrote:
At least former CFRB asset Jamil Jivani managed to retain his seat.

Jivani went off on Doug Ford last night. Looks like the bad blood is getting worse; far, far worse. Wow!

**Posted by Dial Twister** April 29, 2025 7:51 am

Found it...

https://youtu.be/DYlFYmON1eE?si=zZBte9F56_IoP3S3

**Posted by mace** April 29, 2025 7:54 am

Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.

**Posted by mace** April 29, 2025 9:16 am

mace wrote:
Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.

Well to answer my own question. The last Conservative leader to lose her seat was Kim Campbell in 1993. As for the NDP, this election seems to be the first time this has happened.

**Posted by RadioActive** April 29, 2025 11:19 am

In a post on Twitter/X, Brady thanks all those who voted for him and in a class act, wishes winner Jennifer McKelvie luck.

"I loved every second of this. My life is richer because I did this. I’m more entrenched in my community than ever before, & that work will continue."

His message doesn't say anything about his return to radio, but Dave Bradley spilled the beans on the day after the vote that he'll be back hosting Toronto Today on Monday.

Read the full Twitter post here.

Former Corus host Roy Green also weighed in on Brady's attempt to make it to Ottawa but predicts he'll try again.

**Posted by paterson1** April 29, 2025 11:42 am

Too bad Roy Green's comments lacked any class. Blaming the nervous voters who he says ran for cover, and claiming they will regret the results. Sounds like sour grapes from Mr. Green.

**Posted by BowmanvilleBob** April 29, 2025 1:24 pm

For those who missed it, Jivani used an interview with the CBC (gasp) to slam Doug Ford, calling him an "opportunist" who doesn't "do anything particularly well.", adding that Ford's "goons" stopped his efforts to get results at the federal level. Hmmm...given Doug's kindly and forgiving nature, I'm sure this will go over well at Queen's Park.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6739918

Last edited by BowmanvilleBob (April 29, 2025 2:31 pm)

**Posted by Hansa** April 29, 2025 2:50 pm

mace wrote:
Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.

1968, NDP leader Tommy Douglas lost his seat as did Social Credit leader AB Patterson (who led the rump English Canadian Socreds - the Quebec based Creditistes were a separate party in the 1960s)

**Posted by Hansa** April 29, 2025 2:51 pm

mace wrote:
mace wrote:
Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.
Well to answer my own question. The last Conservative leader to lose her seat was Kim Campbell in 1993. As for the NDP, this election seems to be the first time this has happened.

Tommy Douglas lost his seat in 1968 (he returned to the House by moving to BC and running in a byelection)

David Lewis also lost his York South seat in 1974.

**Posted by Lorne** April 29, 2025 7:13 pm

In 2011, Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff and BQ leader Gilles Duceppe both lost their seats.

**Posted by RadioActive** April 29, 2025 7:24 pm

I got up on a bus once to pick up something and lost my seat. So it can happen to anyone!

**Posted by RadioAaron** April 29, 2025 7:27 pm

BowmanvilleBob wrote:
For those who missed it, Jivani used an interview with the CBC (gasp) to slam Doug Ford, calling him an "opportunist" who doesn't "do anything particularly well.", adding that Ford's "goons" stopped his efforts to get results at the federal level. Hmmm...given Doug's kindly and forgiving nature, I'm sure this will go over well at Queen's Park.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6739918

That clip is wild! Jivani is just awful. No wonder he's friends with JD.

I'm not a fan of Ford policy-wise, but all politicians are "opportunist." I prefer to call it pragmatic. He's shown the ability to swim upstream and say/do the right thing when it really matters. I don't really care what his motivations are, I'm just glad to have him looking out for us (to the limit of his abilities) at pivotal moments.

Never thought I'd say that.

**Posted by Lorne** April 29, 2025 9:14 pm

RadioActive wrote:
I got up on a bus once to pick up something and lost my seat. So it can happen to anyone!

Now with all due respect RA, this is a political discussion ... if you want to post jokes like that, I'm sure there are plenty of other places on the internet where you can do so.

**Posted by dieter** April 29, 2025 10:19 pm

mace wrote:
mace wrote:
Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.
Well to answer my own question. The last Conservative leader to lose her seat was Kim Campbell in 1993. As for the NDP, this election seems to be the first time this has happened.

Tommy Douglas lost his Vancouver seat in 1968, then ran successfully a few months later on Vancouver Island.

**Posted by dieter** April 29, 2025 10:26 pm

Hansa wrote:
mace wrote:
mace wrote:
Historically, has this ever happened before? Two party leaders losing their seat in the same federal election.
Well to answer my own question. The last Conservative leader to lose her seat was Kim Campbell in 1993. As for the NDP, this election seems to be the first time this has happened.
Tommy Douglas lost his seat in 1968 (he returned to the House by moving to BC and running in a byelection)

David Lewis also lost his York South seat in 1974.

Tommy was already in BC. He lost in Vancouver, then moved to Vancouver Island.

**Posted by dieter** April 29, 2025 10:30 pm

RadioAaron wrote:
BowmanvilleBob wrote:
For those who missed it, Jivani used an interview with the CBC (gasp) to slam Doug Ford, calling him an "opportunist" who doesn't "do anything particularly well.", adding that Ford's "goons" stopped his efforts to get results at the federal level. Hmmm...given Doug's kindly and forgiving nature, I'm sure this will go over well at Queen's Park.

Apparently, Poilievre also doesn't get along with Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston. The federal party quickly blamed Houston for some seat losses there.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6739918
That clip is wild! Jivani is just awful. No wonder he's friends with JD.

I'm not a fan of Ford policy-wise, but all politicians are "opportunist." I prefer to call it pragmatic. He's shown the ability to swim upstream and say/do the right thing when it really matters. I don't really care what his motivations are, I'm just glad to have him looking out for us (to the limit of his abilities) at pivotal moments.

Never thought I'd say that.

**Posted by Saul** April 29, 2025 11:10 pm

dieter wrote:
I'm not a fan of Ford policy-wise, but all politicians are "opportunist." I prefer to call it pragmatic. He's shown the ability to swim upstream and say/do the right thing when it really matters. I don't really care what his motivations are, I'm just glad to have him looking out for us (to the limit of his abilities) at pivotal moments.
Never thought I'd say that.

I kind of have the same view politically about Ford. No fan of what he's done with the Greenbelt, or the Science Centre, etc... But he absolutely understood what needed doing to (1) address the anxiety and threat around Trump and (2) get reelected with a strong majority in the process. Tariffs / State 51 was THE issue across Canada, including Ontario, and he and his team understood that and met the challenge. High profile media appearances and state visits in the US during the campaign were crucial and helped seal the deal. He not only campaigned for the Premiership, but he behaved like a Premier - and, frankly, outperformed the Prime Minister in that role.

Seems quite possible that the tension between Ford and Poilievre, that's got Jamil Jivani's knickers in a knot, is Ford angling for the top job. The moment might come sooner than expected, with PP losing his seat. With the Cons still strong federally, Ford might be exactly the leader they need. Will the Cons undergo a civil war in the process? Certainly there are multiple and in some ways quite different kinds of Conservatives vying to set the agenda. It's gonna be interesting.

I'm no fan of Ford, politically. For many reasons. But I think he's been making astute and timely moves. He's nowhere close to the galaxy of stupid, and the persona he projects (I don't know him so I can't say what he's truly like) is likeable.

**Posted by mic'em** April 30, 2025 6:39 am

Ford stabbed the federal PC party in the back in my opinion.

**Posted by Easily Amused** April 30, 2025 7:02 am

RadioAaron wrote:
BowmanvilleBob wrote:
For those who missed it, Jivani used an interview with the CBC (gasp) to slam Doug Ford, calling him an "opportunist" who doesn't "do anything particularly well.", adding that Ford's "goons" stopped his efforts to get results at the federal level. Hmmm...given Doug's kindly and forgiving nature, I'm sure this will go over well at Queen's Park.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6739918
That clip is wild! Jivani is just awful. No wonder he's friends with JD.

I'm not a fan of Ford policy-wise, but all politicians are "opportunist." I prefer to call it pragmatic. He's shown the ability to swim upstream and say/do the right thing when it really matters. I don't really care what his motivations are, I'm just glad to have him looking out for us (to the limit of his abilities) at pivotal moments.

Never thought I'd say that.

Please forgive my obtuseness...'friends with JD'...JD is?

**Posted by RadioActive** April 30, 2025 7:16 am

JD Vance, the U.S. Vice-President.

**Posted by RadioAaron** April 30, 2025 7:19 am

mic'em wrote:
Ford stabbed the federal PC party in the back in my opinion.

And it's glorious.

**Posted by Easily Amused** April 30, 2025 7:26 am

RadioActive wrote:
JD Vance, the U.S. Vice-President.

Thank you for qualifying that point.

**Posted by Hansa** April 30, 2025 7:27 am

mic'em wrote:
Ford stabbed the federal PC party in the back in my opinion.

There is no federal PC party. Perhaps that's the problem?