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BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

Donald Trump officially becomes the 47th president of the United States today. We explore the impact his presidency could have on B.C. with guests Cory Redekop, Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce; CBC reporter Jon Hernandez in Washington state; and UBC political science professor Max Cameron.

Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney launches his bid to become the next leader of the Liberal Party, while former finance minister Chrystia Freeland announced on social media that she is "running to fight for Canada." Liberal party member and Kwantlen Polytechnic University political science student Suhana Gill joins the show as we ask viewers what they think of Carney or Freeland as Liberal leader.The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against TikTok on Friday in its challenge to a federal law requiring the popular short-video app be sold by its Chinese parent company or be banned in the United States on Sunday. Tech and digital lifestyles expert Andy Baryer breaks down the issue.BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and premiers meet to discuss looming tariffs that U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has said he will impose on Canadian goods on his first day in office. UBC Sauder School of Business professor James Brander and CBC reporter Meera Bains join the show to discuss the steps ahead. And after more than 15 months into a deadly campaign that has killed more than 46,000 Palestinians, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal to pause the war in Gaza and release hostages. We recap the events that led to the ceasefire deal.

BC Today's annual 'Christmas Cards of the Air' special asks viewers to call in or send holiday greetings they'd like to dedicate to family and friends near and far. Amy Bell guest hosts.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says his party will bring forward a motion of non-confidence to bring down Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, in another blow to Trudeau's leadership as he shakes up his cabinet following finance minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation. We ask viewers what they think of Singh's move and what it means for the next election.With just days to go until Christmas, many are preparing to travel to see loved ones. We check on how travel is ramping up at Vancouver International Airport, and the impact of a janitors' strike at YVR.BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to talk about last-minute Christmas gifts for gardeners, and we take audience calls to answer your gardening questions.

A campaign called Stay With B.C., launched by the Business Council of B.C., aims to make people think twice before moving out of province for economic or other reasons. Council president Laura Jones joins BC Today host Amy Bell as we ask viewers what it would take to convince people to stay.Holidays can be difficult for those without family and friends to spend them with. We ask viewers how they overcome loneliness during the holidays and how they find connection. We speak with Ingrid Andersen, Reverend at the Church of the Advent in Colwood, and Kiffer Card, professor of health sciences at Simon Fraser University, and Scientific Director of the Canadian Alliance for Social Connection and Health.

As Canada Post employees were ordered back to work, members of the BCGEU and ILWU set up a "community picket line" at the postal processing centre in Richmond. Rob Ashton, ILWU president, joins BC Today from the scene, along with CBC reporter Pinki Wong.Next, Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre for Future Work, joins the show to hear from viewers about whether the strength of Canada's labour movements are at risk, following several back-to-work orders issued by the federal government this year.

BC Today callers across the province weigh in on the moments that stood out for them in Tuesday's party leaders' debate.

B.C. Green Party leader Sonia Furstenau introduced her party's platform on the province's opioid crisis; NDP Leader David Eby and B.C. Conservatives Leader John Rustad have competing platforms. Dr. M-J Molloy, associate professor of medicine at UBC's Divison of Social Medicine joins us to discuss evidence-based research on safe supply, involuntary treatment and safe consumption sites. Then, it's the time of year for bears to fatten up before hibernation. We talk with Holly Reisner, co-executive director of the North Shore Black Bear Society on how to co-exist with bears.

BC Today host Michelle Eliot speaks with Chris Green, resident, and chair of the Dunbar Earthquake and Emergency Preparedness group, who witnessed the fire that destroyed a construction site in Vancouver's Dunbar neighbourhood. Then, we speak with Vancouver School Board trustee Jennifer Reddy about VSB Board chair Victoria Jung's announcement to leave the ABC party and sit as an independent. Finally, we celebrate the prolific zucchini with recipe tips from chef Maryam Ghargharechi.

We begin with an update on the Chilcotin River landslide with Margo Wagner, Chair of the Cariboo Regional District.Officials fear if the blockage clears it could trigger flash floods. Then, as the sunny, warm weather continues, officials are warning about the dangers of cliff-jumping. We speak with Kimiko Hirakida, Education Manager for the LifeSaving Society BC and Yukon Branch. Finally, BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer our audience's gardening questions.

We remember longtime host of The Early Edition Rick Cluff in this special edition of BC Today, hosted by Cluff's longtime friend Amy Bell. Cluff died recently at the age of 74 following a short battle with cancer. He spent more than 40 years with the CBC, and is best remembered for his 20 years as host of The Early Edition where he helped to turn it into the No. 1-rated morning show in the competitive Metro Vancouver radio market. Guests Margaret Gallagher, Fred Lee, Michelle Eliot and Jason D'Souza join us to celebrate our friend and former colleague and our callers included Olympic gold medalist Ross Rebagliati, former CBC producer Heather Kennedy, friends, former guests and listeners from across Canada.

- After Wednesday's dramatic comeback win for the Vancouver Canucks against the Edmonton Oilers, we speak to local fans and ask viewers to share how they're celebrating the team's run in the Stanley Cup playoffs.- A new documentary on the dangers of microplastics gets its Canadian premiere in Vancouver this week. We speak to the filmmaker and ask viewers to share how they're reducing their use of plastics.

Why are thousands of British Columbia residents packing their bags and moving to Alberta? In a special joint show with BC Today, we look at why so many people are making their way across Alberta's western border.

Almost 40,000 people left B.C. for Alberta last year, according to Statistics Canada figures. BC Today and Alberta at Noon host a cross-border call-in to hear from our audience about what that means for people in both provinces. Our guests included Andy Yan, Director, City Program, Simon Fraser University; Paula Spurr, artist who is moving from Surrey to Calgary; Alicia Planincic, economist, manager of policy and economics with the Business Council of Alberta; Forrest Demman, President, Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce. Then, we have an update on the London Drugs cyberhacking closure with our guest Jamie Hari, Director of Cybersecurity and DNS, Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA).

We watch the total solar eclipse unfold live as it tracks across parts of Canada on this special edition of BC Today. Our guests are Aaron and Julian Falkin, father-son duo watching the eclipse in Cleveland, OH, and Joanna Woo, Lecturer, SFU Dept of Physics.

It's the first day of spring, and while some people are enjoying the sunshine, government officials are already planning for the upcoming drought and wildfire season. Our guests are Kai Chen, UBC professor with the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability, and Andréanne Doyon, associate professor and director of SFU's Resource and Environmental Management Planning Program.CBC's new podcast, This is Vancouver Island, is all about the joys, quirks and frustrations of Island life. Host Kathryn Marlow joins us to talk about all things Vancouver Island.

Students across B.C. are celebrating two weeks of spring break. We want to know what your plans are and what your favourite spring break memories are. Margaret Gallagher, host of CBC's North by Northwest, joins us from Powell River as she takes her show on the road for a special broadcast.Next, BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to talk about spring planting ahead of the warm weather and answers your questions.

An extended edition of BC Today will bring you full coverage of the 2024 provincial budget announcement in Victoria. Join host Michelle Eliot as we hear from stakeholders and callers from across the province on what their priorities are. After Finance Minister Katrine Conroy presents the budget, Michelle Eliot will be joined by panelists Mo Amir, podcast host of This is Vancolour, and Gerald Baier, a UBC political scientist to break it all down. We'll hear what the priorities are: from healthcare, housing, climate chage, affordability and more.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will be adding another $2 billion in financing to British Columbia's plan to build more middle-income rental housing. Guest: Thom Armstrong - CEO, Co-operative Housing Federation of BC  Today you can start filing your 2023 income tax and benefit return online. If you file on paper, you should receive your income tax package in the mail by today.  Guest: Marie-Claude Bibeau - Minister of National Revenue of Canada The Beatles are officially getting FOUR biopics, a movie each for Paul, John, George and Ringo! Guest: Eric Alper - Music Publicist and Commentator

A massive drug case in Victoria has collapsed, with a B.C. Supreme Court judgement claiming Victoria police officers misled prosecutors and defence lawyers. Our guest Wade Deisman, criminology professor, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, walks us through the fallout, and how this impacts public confidence and police morale. And, it's Minter Friday! BC Today's gardening columnist, Brian Minter, takes your questions on pruning, insects and moss.

B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma joins us to announce new funding of $29.1 million over 3 years to expand access to legal aid services for people experiencing family violence. We also talk with Kim Hawkins, executive director of Rise Women's Legal Centre to talk about the impact of this funded and what more is needed. And, we talk about how to support Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs with Candace Lauren, Black Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Canada Society, and entrepreneur Deress Asghedom.

After charges were laid against a man in Nigeria over the death of a Surrey teenager in a case of sextortion, we discuss the disturbing trend and how to protect children online with our guests Jesse Miller, founder of Mediated Reality, and registered clinical counsellor Jennifer Hollinshead. We celebrate Black History Month with celebrated author Tea Mutonji, whose book "Shut Up, You're Pretty" is a finalist for Canada Reads this year, and CBC journalist Matt Allen who was the guest host of a special screening of CBC documentary series "Black Life, Untold Stories."

Snow day 2.0: Classes cancelled again in southwest B.C. as more snow, freezing rain approaches. We check in with design and accessibility consultant Tanelle Bolt on how snow and ice on sidewalks affect people with mobility issues. We're joined by Surrey School District spokesperson Ritinder Matthew on the decision to close schools for the second day in a row this week. And in our second half, we ask what needs to change at the Ministry of Children and Family Development? Our guests are Mary TeeGee, chair of the Indigenous Child and Family Services Directors Forum, and Gordie Hogg, former Minister of Children and Family Development.

B.C. Ferries faces another busy travel weekend for Thanksgiving...this comes after the province announces planned fines for missed sailings due to staff shortages. Next, our pet column is back, and we talk protecting your pet from coyotes and cold weather.

We begin with the latest developments on the strike at western ports. One of the key concerns from unions is the impact of automation, so we find out how it's set to impact industries across the country. Later, we bring you the latest on the wildfires, with concerns growing in the North and the Cariboo. Also today, as the Bank of Canada increases its key interest rate once again, we answer listeners' questions on what the decision means for mortgage-holders. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

Drought is worsening across B.C. It's much earlier, and more widespread, than in previous years. It means the province is expected to bring in further water restrictions later this week. We discuss what needs to happen in the short- and long-term, and ask listeners how it's impacting them. And in the second half of our Tuesday show, we discuss summer reads, and the books that are keeping you entertained and inspired. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

On this busy holiday travel weekend, B.C. Ferries says it's cancelling sailings and reassigning more than 6,600 bookings from one of its largest ships because of unplanned maintenance. Travellers heading between Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay are being told to expect sailing waits. We discuss what's needed to address the disruption with MLA Adam Olsen, and take listeners' calls. Later in the show we get an update from Cranbrook, where a new ban on encampments has been introduced. And we end with our pet segment, where Dr. Lauren Adelman takes your questions on pet care. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

The Canadian government released its national climate adaptation strategy at a press conference in Vancouver on Tuesday. We discuss the plan with Federal Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, and hear from listeners on the supports they want to cope with climate change impacts. And in the second half of our show, we discuss the abuse faced by women in sport, and ask what must be done to rid sports of discrimination and abuse against women? BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

We begin with a stunning admission from BC Hydro that it knew for years of the risk of an underground explosion that happened this past February in downtown Vancouver, which injured two bystanders and damaged businesses close by. We speak to one of the business owners impacted, and get reaction from BC United's Peter Milobar. And in the second half of our Friday show, it's our bi-weekly visit with gardening expert Brian Minter. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

Dan Burritt is our host today. We begin with developing news on the desperate search for a submersible lost while trying to explore the wreck of the Titanic. The U.S. Coast Guard says a debris field has now been found. And in our second half, we look at bike theft. We discuss how the public can prevent it, and the steps police and cities should take. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

Up first, the role of Indigenous knowledge in managing forests and wildfires in what's already one of the worst wildfire seasons on record. We also celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with our guests, and ask listeners how they are marking the occasion. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

Our Tuesday show begins with the latest on the political battle brewing over the Surrey police transition. We're joined by CBC Municipal Affairs Reporter Justin McElroy and Wade Deisman, Director of Academic Programs and Public Safety Branch, Justice Institute of BC and Kwantlen University criminology professor. In our second half, we discuss workers' rights for gig workers. Our guests were Jim Stanford Economist and Director for the Centre for Future Work; and is Iglika Ivanova Senior Economist and Public Interest Researcher at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives in BC. And, as always, your calls. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

Our Monday show begins with the latest on the fatal shooting outside a Sikh temple in Surrey. We also discuss a housing proposal in Vancouver that would double the population of the West Point Grey neighbourhood as it goes to public consultation. And we end the show with a discussion on electric vehicles, and get answers to listeners' questions. BC Today is now available as a live video stream, and you can watch us online at cbc.ca/bc, on the CBC Gem app, and on the CBC Vancouver YouTube page, as well as on CBC Listen and on your radio.

We begin with the latest (at noon PDT, 1pm MDT) on the evacuation of more than 2,400 people from the Tumbler Ridge area, due to an aggressive wildfire that started just days ago. We have a reporter in Chetwynd where some of those displaced have gone. And as the country faces its worst wildfire season yet, we discuss evacuation procedures and advice with the CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe. And in the second half of our Friday program, it's our regular segment with gardener Brian Minter, where listeners questions are answered. A quick note that from Monday, in addition to listening to BC Today, you'll also be able to watch the program live as a TV show. We'll be streaming live on CBC Gem, cbc.ca/bc, and on our CBC Vancouver YouTube channel. We're excited to share our new video simulcast with you!

The Province is recommending that the City of Surrey continues with its transition to a municipal police force. But it's not a binding decision. And the city's Mayor, Brenda Locke, tells BC Today that her plans to retain the Surrey RCMP will continue. We get the latest and hear from listeners. And in the second half of Friday's program, we get your gardening questions answered by Brian Minter.

BC Today's Alec Lazenby joins us to talk about the Throne Speech, first bills and the fed's healthcare funding proposal

Shannon Waters joins us to talk about the launch of David Eby's campaign for leader and to reflect on her time reporting for BC Today.

Thousands of Canadians are without phone service since the early morning hours, others are having issues with basic daily tasks like using their debit or credit cards. We talk with BC Today listeners, and Ritesh Kotak, a cybersecurity and tech analyst, he is also a member of Canada's E-Crime Cyber Council. In the second half hour, Brian Minter talks about mid-summer plants, and talks with our callers who have queries about their plants. And we say goodbye to our beloved Ross Bragg.

June 30, 2022 marks one year since the Lytton fire. We reflect back on the natural disaster and how it has impacted people. In the second half hour, we talk about the best age to retire as BC Today callers share their retirement stories.

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BC Today's Food Bank Day special 2021

The storm that battered B.C. is past, but there's still work to be done. Cleanup is underway, and efforts to find people who may have been trapped by the debris from landslides have begun. BC Today brings you the latest.

In this special 3-hour broadcast of BC Today, host Michelle Eliot brings a look around the province as its hammered by heavy rainfall causing mudslides and floods, blocking several major highways in the province and trapping people on the roads.

Welcome back to Filipino Fridays! We have an incredible episode featuring the award-winning journalist of CBC Radio One, Michelle Eliot. Michelle joins us to talk about Filipino representation in broadcast media and how it impacts our community. We talk about how her immigrant experience has influenced her approach in telling stories in the media, which would include asking thoughtful questions where our community and other communities of color are well represented without being "othered". By representing the experience of many others, we talk about how meaningful it is to be a voice and perspective that brings light to the immigrant experience. Michelle also takes us through the journey of her career in journalism and talks about the most exciting part of hosting a live radio show. We discuss Mabuhay BC - a feature launched in CBC during Filipino Heritage Month in Canada that focuses on stories about the robust and diverse Filipino community. From articulating the kinship and bond between the Filipino and indigenous community, to highlighting the meaning or stories behind our Filipino names and also talking about issues that reflect the Filipino people. We chat about pushing the Filipino story forward, increasing the diversity in our stories and our responsibility as an immigrant in this community and how we can be in solidarity and kapwa with others. Lastly, Michelle shares her go-to karaoke song and what Filipino food items would be found on her boodle fight (kamayan). ABOUT MICHELLE ELIOT Michelle Eliot is the host of CBC Radio One's B.C. mid day open line show, BC Today. Michelle is an award-winning journalist with CBC Radio One, and has become a familiar voice as a regular guest host on regional and national programs, interviewing community members and prominent politicians, as well authors and musicians such as Douglas Coupland and Bif Naked. But her true passion is for the open line, where her skill at engaging callers probes further into their viewpoints and digs deeper into their personal stories. Her work has been recognized by the RTDNA and the Jack Webster Foundation, winning awards for her team's coverage of the ongoing overdose crisis and the 2017 NDP and Green Party deal. She has also received nominations for her story about immigrants learning to swim later in life, and for her profile of a well-loved woman in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside who died of an overdose. Michelle was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada with her family at 12-years old, settling in North Vancouver. Her experience as a young immigrant planted the seed of understanding for people whose lives are changed by new circumstances. She studied English Literature at the University of British Columbia and went on to study Broadcast Journalism at the British Columbia Institute of Technology before joining CBC Vancouver in 2000. Michelle is married with two children. She enjoys joining community events like the Vancouver Sun Run and the Pride Parade. As the parent of a child with special needs, she also likes to participate in events in the disability community. ​Aside from enjoying running, ​Michelle is also ​an avid reader, a lover of spontaneous dance parties, and an unabashed fan of old school hip hop music. Thank you to our partner CiTR 101.9 FM for supporting this podcast. Follow Filipino Fridays Podcast on Instagram: @FilipinoFridaysPodcast Email us at contact@filipinofridays.com. Music: Hot Coffee by Patrick Patrikios

In light of the protests at hospitals around B.C., healthcare workers are feeling demoralized. BC Today opened its lines to let listeners show their appreciation for health care workers. In our 2nd half, Master Gardener Brian Minter is here for all our gardening questions.

Journalist Mel Woods and musician Richard Pinto discuss the joys of karaoke -- and our listeners give us their best renditions of their karaoke favourites.

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BC Today kicks off Filipino Heritage Month with Vancouver-Kensington MLA Mable Elmore; Filipino Fridays podcast co-host Archierose Natividad; New to Town theatre collective co-founder Davey Calderon; musician Mary Ancheta; artist Leo Cunanan; and artist Ovvian Castrillo Hill.

BC Today listeners share their Valentine's Day messages and song requests.

Head of UBC's respiratory medicine department Dr. Chris Carlsten answers questions about what we still don't know about COVID-19 after a year of cases in BC. BC Today regulars Brian Minter, Alexandra Samuel and Hilary Atleo reflect on what the year has taught them about themselves. Plus, investment advisor Andrew Johns explains the meteoric rise of GameStop stocks this week.

Scott talks to BC Today’s Shannon Waters for a recap of the BC legislature’s short session and then we look at the latest federal & provincial climate plans The post Ep 220: Short session appeared first on PolitiCoast.

BC Today Food Bank Day Special

Canada has a reputation for being a welcoming destination for new immigrants and refugees. However, this reputation is not always reflected in the reality these newcomers face in British Columbia. Gaps exist in terms of education, healthcare, employment and social services, and new immigrants often face real struggles accessing the support they require. Hear from our panel of UBC and community experts online as they discuss the barriers that exist for new Canadians and explore the ways that BC and Canada can better support these individuals and families. Moderated by Michelle Eliot, BA'98, Host, BC Today, on CBC's Radio One. Panelists The Honourable Janet Austin, OBC – Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia Chris Friesen, BA'88 – Director, Settlement Services, Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) Amira Halperin – Sessional Lecturer, UBC Department of Sociology Guofang Li – Professor and Canada Research Chair in Transnational/Global Perspectives of Language and Literacy Education of Children and Youth in the Faculty of Education, UBC Danny Ramadan – Author, Public Speaker, LGBTQ- Refugees Activist Presented in partnership with the UBC Faculty of Education. Recorded November 2, 2020.

New in this update:There are 80 more cases of COVID-19 in BC today, and two more deaths. The deaths were seniors in care homes in the Fraser Valley. Most new cases are among young people on the lower mainland. There is a new outbreak of nine cases among workers at the Loblaws warehouse facility in Surrey. Today's case count includes one new transmission in the Island Health Region. That makes ten active cases of the virus here. All but one have been labelled "community exposures." Those types of exposures are a concern because they are not linked to a known case, so the chain of transmission is unknown. However, BC's Deputy Provincial Health Officer Dr. Reka Gustafson says she's not worried about the mysterious source of infection among the cases in Island Health."As the investigation proceeds, in the vast majority of cases, the source of the infection is identified. so we do monitor that and that number changes and often early in the investigation it's higher and as we speak to more contacts we have been able to identify the vast majority of the sources of infection”—Deputy Provincial Health Officer Dr. Reka Gustafson.Gustafson says finding the sources of infection is important because it helps contain an outbreak by ensuring those who may be infected are self-isolating.Unemployed Canadians will be able to collect one more CERB cheque, before the program transitions to a new employment insurance plan. The federal government says Canadians will now qualify for EI after working as few as 120 hours in the last 52 weeks. Workers who are self-employed or not EI-eligible and still need support because their work has not yet returned due to COVID-19 will receive $400 dollars a week for up to 26 weeks. They will be able to earn income but will pay fifty cents of every dollar earned in tax, once their annual income is above $38,000. Those who have to look after children or a family member will qualify for $500 per week for up to 26 weeks. And, workers without sick pay but who have to call in sick will receive $500 a week for up to two weeks. The new programs begin on Sept the 27th, but benefit payments may be retroactive.Unemployed hotel workers are planning a candlelight vigil tonight on the grounds of the provincial legislature. Close to 40,000 hospitality workers in BC were laid off in March because of the pandemic. Many unionized workers have recall rights, but those rights are about to expire. Members of Unite Here Local 40 have been on rotating hunger strikes for the past 10 days. They have been joined by non unionized workers. They are asking the government to guarantee the right of workers to return to their jobs by extending recall rights to two years. Tonight, they are awaiting recommendations in a report on the topic, commissioned by the Minister of Labour.

Tsleil-Waututh Nation Chief Leah George-Wilson and Resource Works Society executive director Stewart Muir discuss court ruling. BC Today tech and life columnist Alexandra Samuel talks about online and offline services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives's Iglika Ivanova, CARP's Ramona Kaptyn and the Disability Alliance of BC's Justina Loh discuss how the B.C. government is helping people receiving income and disability assistance. BC Today tech and life columnist Alexandra Samuel talks about working from home.

Vancouver Foundation's Kevin McCort, author Robin Stevenson, VancouverSupport.ca develoer and BC Today tech columnist Alexandra Samuel, and family doctor Dr. Maryam Zeineddin discuss how people can help each other, safely, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

It's been another crazy week in B.C. Politics this week so we thought we'd re-convene our B.C. Political Panel.  On the revised $12.6 billion cost to complete the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, Finance Minister Bill Morneau says "what's clear from what the company told us today is that the project continues to be a strong project" and remains viable for eventual commercial buyers For the panel we have Maclean Kay, Editor-in-chief, The Orca And Shannon Waters, Reporter, BC Today    

In our final pre-election episode, we break down platforms of the four main national parties. The Cambie Report’s Matthew Naylor returns to discuss the highlights and lowlights of the platforms and what they tell us about the state of Canadian politics. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC... The post Ep 160: Promises and Platforms appeared first on PolitiCoast.

Call the Question’s Maria Dobrinskaya returns to discuss the Legislature’s busy first week and what effect the debate will have on the election. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an... The post Ep 159: It’s Debatable appeared first on PolitiCoast.

On this addendum to Episode 158 Scott breaks down the two big news stories that broke after recording Ep 158, the resignation of Minister of Citizen Services Jinny Sim and the Conservative Party dropping their candidate in Burnaby-North Seymour. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign... The post Ep 158A – A Lot Can Happen on a Friday appeared first on PolitiCoast.

BC Today’s Shannon Waters returns to discuss the Legislature’s return, why loggers and small towns are mad at the government, and what to make of the federal election campaign at the halfway mark. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial... The post Ep 158 – Back to the Leg appeared first on PolitiCoast.

BC Today’s Shannon Waters guests to discuss the start of the federal election and the latest news from the BC government. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription... The post Ep 155: Writs Are Dropping Like They’re Hot appeared first on PolitiCoast.

Stewart Prest joins Scott to break down the BC Utility Commission’s inquiry report on gas prices and kerfuffle between the NDP and the Green Party over 14-ish former New Brunswick NDP candidates. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and... The post Ep 154: How Many Greens Are There? appeared first on PolitiCoast.

We asked BC Today's Shannon Waters to break down a wild week in #bcpoli The post Ep 113: Never a dull moment in BC politics ft Shannon Waters appeared first on PolitiCoast.

BC Today’s Shannon Waters joins us again to talk about the first week back in the legislature this fall, the province’s big LNG announcement and USMCA. We’re moderating a proportional representation debate! Hosted by the Canadian Club at the Terminal City Club on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 between 12:00-2:00 PM. Get tickets online before October 19. Learn... The post Ep 106: Back to the Leg ft Shannon Waters appeared first on PolitiCoast.

BC Today’s Shannon Waters joins us for our 100th episode live show! We talk about what the legislature’s been up to over the summer and what’s coming up this fall. Then we get into Maxime Bernier’s decision to split from the Conservative Party of Canada to launch a new party. Then we have quick(ish) takes... The post Ep 100: Live at The Belmont ft Shannon Waters appeared first on PolitiCoast.