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Tomorrow is Truth and Reconciliation Day. Chief Robert Phillips joins the program to discuss issues impacting First Nations reconciliation, and shares his reaction to the LNG announcement.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Vancouver today, and announced the expansion of the LNG Canada project in Kitimat. The multi-billion dollar expansion will double capacity to 28 million tonnes a year. UBC energy economist Werner Antweiler joins to react to the LNG announcement and take audience calls.

It's been nearly a week since a snap provincial election was called, which will send voters to the ballot boxes for municipal and provincial elections just a week apart. So what are the biggest election issues in your area? We are dedicating the entire hour to hearing your concerns and who might get your vote. The CBC's Chris Walker and Gregor Craigie join the show to take your calls

B.C. Today Gardening Columnist Brian Minter is back to answer all your gardening questions.

It's been a wild week for B.C. Politics with a snap election call, new party leaders emerging and voters calling foul on the timing of everything. We look at the week that was and what you want to hear from party leaders to earn your vote.

B.C. now has two elections happening one week apart, and the campaigns for both are underway. How do you feel about provincial and municipal votes happening at the same time? Does one matter more to you? Is it hard to keep track of it all? CBC municipal affairs reporter Justin McElroy and political scientist Darin Nesbitt joined the program to make sense of it all.

Premier David Eby has called a snap election for Oct. 24, just one week after the already-scheduled municipal elections. The announcement has already set provincial parties' campaigns in motion. CBC's Katie DeRosa joined us to share what she heard at a CentreBC presser in Victoria Wednesday. UBC political science lecturer Stewart Prest shared his thoughts on the snap election and what we might expect from the campaign.This is Vancolour host Mo Amir took your calls as we discussed the impact the provincial election could have on the municipal elections.

Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned Sunday as leader of the B.C. Conservative Party after eight MLAs defected to the upstart CentreBC party and a handful of others were either removed from caucus or quit. Conservative MLA Gavin Dew and ex-Conservative MLA Rosalyn Bird, now with CentreBC, joined the program as we get your reaction.-- And rumblings of a snap provincial election continue. Should Premier David Eby call an early election? How do you feel about holding provincial and municipal votes at the same time? University of the Fraser Valley political scientist Hamish Telford joined the program to share his thoughts.

There's growing speculation of a snap provincial election as municipal leaders pushback. And there's ongoing turmoil within the B.C. Conservatives after shocking allegations about hiring a private investigator to spy on caucus MLAs. How do you feel about the state of BC politics? How much confidence do you have in our existing parties? Political podcaster Ian Bushfield from The Cambie Report and PolitiCoast joins the show and we hear the latest from CBC Provincial Affairs Reporter Katie DeRosa.A new Fringe Fest show puts the spotlight on Vancouver's 90's "nightclub culture". Writer and performer Sarah Rowland joins the show.

The head of the European Union has proposed Canada join the block as a new "associate member". The Prime Minister says he welcomes the ambition, but instead called it an "alliance for the future". What would a closer alliance mean for Canada regarding issues like trade and defence and what does this all mean for Canada's sovereignty? UBC political science professor Heidi Tworek joined the program.

New polling numbers show a rebound for Premier David Eby and it's fuelling speculation about a provincial snap election. We ask what you think of a potential election as CBC provincial affairs reporter Katie DeRosa and Camosun College political scientist Daniel Reeve joined the show.

It's only week two of the new school year. Have you run out of school lunch ideas yet? Registered dietitian Soleina Karamali joins the program to take your calls on when children should be involved in making their school lunches and whether schools should consider universal lunch programs.

The federal government has launched a national program to help Canadians develop their AI skills and knowledge. This comes after several leaders and founders in AI called for slowing down development and putting safeguards in place. UBC teaching professor Leah Macfadyen joined the show as we ask you what you need to become more AI literate and what safeguards should be put in place.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he will invite private investment into four of Canada's biggest airports. The federal government aims to generate $1 trillion in private investment by the end of the decade. Economist and Toronto Star business columnist Armine Yalnizyan joined the program as we ask for your thoughts on the decision and the potential impact it could have at YVR and regional airports across B.C.

The Union of B.C. Municipalities conference starts today. CBC's Justin McElroy is there to share the hot topics this year and take your calls.

Carolina Ibarra, CEO of Pacifica Housing joined BC Today to talk about housing in B.C. and it's importance as an issue in the municipal election.

We're remembering the 9/11 attacks and the impact they had on the world. SFU political scientist Aaron Hoffman joins the program as we reflect on the sombre anniversary.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter is back to celebrate the garlic harvest and take your gardening questions.

An open letter from B.C's forestry sector to the province says the industry is on the verge of collapse and is calling for immediate support. What's the future of forestry in B.C? And what should the industry look like? Forestry Minister Ravi Parmar and strategic advisor David Elstone share their perspectives.

As more electric vehicles hit the road, is there enough support to keep them running? Vancouver Community College's dean of the school of trades Brett Griffiths joined us to talk about the need for EV mechanics.

The Canada-U.S. trade war is ramping up yet again with fresh calls to Buy Canadian and the U.S. retaliating by banning some Canadian products. Premier David Eby yesterday said the province is expanding its Buy B.C. campaign. Buy Canadian advocate Tod Maffin joined the program and we ask: Are you buying Canadian or have your spending patterns changed amid the trade war?

School districts in Langley and Nanaimo are cracking down on e-scooters. What do you want your school district to do about students and these mobility devices? Hub Cycling's executive director Rose Gardner joined the program.

Canada's retaliatory tariffs start Tuesday, but Prime Minister Mark Carney says the alternative is worse. We heard from Premier David Eby who spoke to the tariffs from Victoria. Cory Redekop from the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce joined the program to discuss the impact on small businesses.

We learned more about the popularity of miniatures online. Miniature enthusiasts Robina Patterson, Becky Gannon and Emily Wolverton join the program.

Prominent anti-gang advocate and Vancouver police officer Kal Dosanjh has been arrested and is facing several charges, including for theft and fraud. We hear the latest from the CBC's Amelia John at the VPD headquarters.

B.C.'s Best Roadside Attraction is Cathedral Grove! What do you think of the choice? Justin McElroy joins the program to describe the journey and why Cathedral Grove stood tall in the competition.

Peter Milobar and Ian Paton's fledgling political party is gaining some steam, with three more former Conservative MLAs now on board. UFV political scientist Hamish Telford joins the program and we ask: as the party landscape gets more crowded, who do you see yourself voting for?

It's almost time for back to school. This time of year sparks anxiety for many. Dr. Shimi Kang, a psychiatrist with Future Ready Minds and a clinical associate professor at UBC's faculty of medicine, joins the program to tell us how parents can support their struggling children.

COPE candidate Stephanie Allen has stepped out of the Vancouver mayoral race, narrowing the field. Green mayoral candidate Pete Fry joins the program with his thoughts on the latest development. We also talk to Vancouver Sun and The Province city columnist Dan Fumano and CBC's Andrew Kurjata about the state of municipal elections throughout B.C.

A wave of new lawsuits have been filed against OpenAI in the wake of the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting in February. The lawsuits are from teachers, students and a principal. We're asking what we can do to keep youth safe amid the rising use of AI chatbots. Jake Hirsch-Allen from The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University and The White Hatter CEO Brandon Laur joined the program.

The Bank of Canada is holding the key interest rate steady at 2.25 per cent. We heard from governor Tiff Macklem.Love is Blind is coming to Canada. Do you love or hate reality TV? SFU communications professor Zoe Druick joined the show to take your calls.

Alberta's Bill 11 goes into effect today. The bill introduces a dual-practice health-care system, allowing doctors to offer some private services while working in the public system. People are rallying against it across the country, asking the federal government to enforce the Canada Health Act and stop it. Canadian Health Coalition chair Jason MacLean joins the program to explain what it could mean for British Columbians

If you've ever tried to fix something in your home by yourself, you might have run into some roadblocks. One movement says DIY could be easier with stronger right-to-repair rules. We learn more from Anthony Rosborough, president of the Canadian Repair Coalition.

Chilliwack-Cultus Lake MLA Áʼa꞉líya Warbus on Monday became the seventh member of the B.C. Conservative caucus to leave the party, saying she'll sit as an Independent. We find out why she's joining the exodus of MLAs, and ask whether the B.C. Conservatives can overcome their party turmoil.

How do you have a good retirement? Financial planner Max Becker-Pos and Joanie Sims Gould from the Active Aging Society joined the program and took your calls as we asked you what a healthy and fulfilling retirement looks like and how you are planning for it.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minster joined the program to talk about planting bulbs and takes audience questions.

New Statistics Canada numbers show Canada's economy grew a strong 3.3 per cent annualized in the second quarter. Economist and director for The Centre for Future Work Jim Stanford broke down those numbers.

There is a renewed "team Canada" sentiment as the trade war with the U.S. continues. But how united are Canadians when there are deep regional differences across the country?

Event planners in B.C. are tapping into the trend of "nostalgia," from vintage markets to disco roller-skating. We asked our audience what they're nostalgic for these days.

We heard how secondary and post-secondary schools are planning to integrate AI in their classrooms and ask our audience to weigh-in on how (or if) the new technology has a place in learning.

MLA Teresa Wat, who represents the Richmond-Bridgeport riding, says she "can no longer serve" in the party under its new leader. Wat joined the program to explain more about her decision.Then, we asked our audiences their thoughts on the current political landscape in B.C.

Canadian officials unveil counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of U.S. goods as the trade war ramps up. They also announced $7.5 billion in support for workers and businesses. We heard what this means for B.C.