Reality Check with Bruce Allen

Thank you for listening to Reality Check  Let's hope that there were a few laughs, a few head shakers, and a few fist pumps along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the case of the Sihota family vs the City of Vancouver, it seems as though authority definitely did not win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judging from the ratings of Sunday's Golden Globes, it appears not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Bieber thinks so ... as tickets have gone on sale for 3 shows in July at the Air Canada Center in Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite numerous claims that we're in good shape when it comes to vaccinations, Canada is at the back of the pack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A frustrated resident of the Strathcona Park area made a deposit at City Hall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vancouver Parks Board has plans for another bike lane in Stanley Park, disregarding the petition to restore it to the way it was pre pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Developers want to cut down 2000 year old trees on Vancouver Island.  Common sense dictates otherwise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A citizen has donated $1 million to the VPD to assist in policing costs, and some think this is a problem? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now more than ever your local restaurants need your support, and the changes they've made just might stick around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're coming up on a year with Covid-19, and many of us are feeling the effects of lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nice rewards have been handed out for 2 people ... however not always is a reward deserving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An almost unbelievable picture of a new addition to the homeless camp at Strathcona Park leaves one to wonder if Vancouver's Mayor is to blame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High vacancy and low traffic continues to plague Vancouver's historic Chinatown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the place where we've traditionally gone for a flu shot the place to get the Covid-19 vaccination? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trends in Canadian cities show people moving from city centers to the 'burbs ... and all you have to do is follow Starbucks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legalizing drugs will do nothing to help solve the opioid crisis in Vancouver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weekend had all the right moves at the Superbowl halftime show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looking back at yesterday's big game, where the entertainment made more of an impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big game is Sunday ... and here's a look at what to expect! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business in Vancouver columnist Kirk Lapointe correctly points out that the proposed City of Vancouver parking fee is nothing more than a cash grab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City of Vancouver is seeking input on the development of False Creek, but history shows that the decisions have already been made. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to public figures on trial, there's nothing more frustrating than the outcome being a bunch of redacted documents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From legalizing drugs to new parking permits, Vancouver City Hall needs a shakeup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for authorities to get on the same page when it comes to their messaging around Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From vaccine cue jumpers to holding lavish parties, here's a great way to help combat bad behavior. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Vancouver couple were caught flying to the Yukon to get the Covid-19 vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was PM Trudeau star struck when he appointed Julie Payette to the position of Governor General? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce has quick hits on paying fines for flaunting Covid laws, the overdose crisis in BC, the future of the PNE, and the Canucks big miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Different rules for theatres and sports bars have The Rio Theatre's owner putting sports on their big screen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Restaurants and theatres have limited capacity, so is it time to allow a limited number of fans to Canuck games? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inventor of the 1960's 'The Wall of Sound' and convicted for murder in 2003,  Phil Spector died in prison Saturday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister David Eby has given a deadline for the removal of tents from Strathcona Park ... but will happen and will it make a difference? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Trump presidency winds down, America is facing many questions about its future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite vowing to remove the illegal campsite at Strathcona Park, the Parks Board has instead installed bathrooms and showers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Because the pandemic has kept many Vancouverites at home, many don't experience the persistent troubles still facing the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canadian hockey fans have something to look forward to as the NHL kicks off a shortened season Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As BC and the rest of Canada continue to struggle with Covid-19, looking over at Melbourne Australia, one could argue that we should have had stronger restrictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You read that right ... criminals are getting the Covid-19 vaccine before most! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The outgoing American President incited a riot yesterday that left a black mark on the USA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Ontario's Premier to the guy hosting 12 parties over the holidays, these people need a reality check! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As most Canadians hunkered down over Christmas, some Canadian politicians used the break as an excuse for an out of country vacation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is a recent story on Seattle's KOMO TV a harbinger of things to come for downtown Vancouver? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All things considered, there's not a better place to be in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who's on ... who's off ... and who barely made the list of Vancouver Magazine's top 50 influencers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many questions remain regarding the return on hockey in 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City of Vancouver is all talk and no action as it staggers into 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While fitness shops were shut down, the BC Government allowed members of the 'Sickness Economy' to continue to operate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic is forcing the NHL to scramble, but it could result in the best hockey we've seen in years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the fight for private health care rages on, what are the negatives to private health care in BC? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city recently purchased 2 DTES hotels with the provision that the price be kept secret from tax payers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.