Podcasts about Nanaimo

This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko discuss an unprecedented roadside drug enforcement campaign at the Shambhala Music Festival, where police used a mobile lab to take 24 blood samples on-site — likely a Canadian first. They examine the legal, procedural, and privacy issues this raises for impaired driving investigations. Next, they turn to Edmonton, where police uncovered more than $200,000 in fraudulent insurance claims tied to ten tow truck companies. The case exposes systemic abuse in the towing industry and the lack of effective oversight. Finally, the Ridiculous Driver of the Week is a Nanaimo motorcyclist caught on video violently shoving a cyclist off the road. Kyla and Paul break down the legal implications and the broader concerns for vulnerable road user safety. Check out the 'Lawyer Told Me Not To Talk To You' T-shirts and hoodies at Lawyertoldme.com and 'Sit Still Jackson' at sitstilljackson.com.

You know, this was really meant as a PARTY show, but I was like, "Nah, let's BRUTALIZE a bit, 'cause it's the RAGE CAGE!" Anyways, gone for few days. I'll see you soon, Nanaimo!Playlist: Thraxas! - Violent VacationChemicide - Road To ApocalypseEvildead - Planet Claire (B-52's cover)Nuclear Fear - Pantomime of PowerNuclear Assault - Rise From the AshesBestial Mockery - Metal Fucking DeathViolator - Chapel of the SickToxic Holocaust - Iron CageOnslaught - Powers From Hell 2025Artillery - Time Has ComeDestruction - Life Without SenseDark Angel - Darkness DescendsPutridity - Molten Mirrors of the SubjugatedDefeated Sanity - Propelled Into SacrilegeGoregasm - Preserved For PleasureExhumed - ClawingImpaled - Operating TheatreTorture Rack - Corpse RevengeCoffin Rot, featuring Dave Ingram - Lurking In The CemeteryBenediction - The BodilessNapalm Death - How The Years CondemnCardiac Arrest - Endless DreadVader - Vision and the VoiceDecapitated - Long Desired DementiaDeicide - All That Is EvilKrisiun - Apocalyptic VictoryPestilence - Multiple BeingsVoivod - Macrosolutions To MegaproblemsMalhavoc - Re-ReleaseRammstein - TierNorthern Kings - A View To a Kill (Duran Duran cover)Northern Kings - We Don't Need Another Hero (Tina Turner cover)Powertron - You Spin Me Around (Dead or Alive cover)The Cult - She Sells SantuaryForeigner - Juke Box HeroAsia - Wildest DreamsBabymetal - White FlameBabymetal - KxAxWxAxIxIBabymetal, featuring Slaughter To Prevail - Song 3Babymetal - Song 4Asterism, featuring Bootsy Collins - BlazeKenji Sawada - Bad Tuning

Hayley Hais from The Chewed Slipper in Nanaimo interviewed me on my business, dogs, training, and life. The time went very fast - thankyou Hayley

Prime Minister Mark Carney to tour Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges in Nanaimo, BC. There's a push on Canada's east coast to beef up home-grown space infrastructure. Spanish police say they have stopped a criminal network suspected of smuggling Yemeni migrants into Canada and the U.K. Kremlin says US special envoy Steve Witkoff could travel to Russia on Wednesday. Gold prices rise again, as investors spend more on the safe-haven asset. 3,200 Boeing employees walk off the job in the United States. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns videos of 2 emaciated Israeli hostages released by Hamas. Hilary Weston, former fashion business leader and Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83. Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh's international success inspires young swimmers back home.

Officials on Vancouver Island are hoping a change of weather will help them fight an out of control wildfire burning north of Nanaimo. Evacuation orders have been issued for hundreds of properties. The B.C. wildfire service says efforts are focused on protecting homes and keeping people safe.Also: Where's the beef? Its one of the busiest grilling weekends of the year...But price conscious cooks might want to serve chicken burgers this year, because the price of beef is surging faster than inflation.And: Canadian travelers are choosing Toronto over Tampa - and Calgary over California. Canada is having a strong summer tourist season, partly thanks to a rise in staycations. And the federal government is hoping some new measures will help bring more international tourists here too.Plus: Summer McIntosh wins more gold medals, A First Nation in Saskatchewan celebrates a multi-million dollar settlement with Ottawa, and more.

City council in Nanaimo has voted to defer a motion on asking the local health authority to close an overdose prevention site next to city hall. In a shocking new survery, 1 in 4 BC drivers surveyed admited to falling asleep at the wheel! A BC seniors advocate is speaking out on the lack of long-term care beds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is now a motion to shut down an overdose prevention site located near Nanaimo city hall. Discussing EV mandates with Federal Green leader Elizabeth May! Trump strikes a trade deal with the EU. What does this mean for the rest of the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boundaries of judicial authority in Canada have been redrawn by a groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling that empowers judges to conduct murder trials without juries—even when prosecutors object. This remarkable case emerged from the early pandemic when COVID-19 made traditional jury trials nearly impossible. A defendant, unwilling to face further delay, requested a judge-alone trial, but prosecutors refused consent. The Supreme Court ultimately sided with the trial judge who proceeded anyway, establishing that protecting a defendant's right to timely justice can override prosecutorial preferences.This ruling fundamentally reshapes our understanding of what falls within a prosecutor's untouchable "core discretion" versus what judges can override to protect Charter rights. Legal scholars are now watching closely to see how this precedent might extend to other prosecutorial decisions previously considered untouchable.Property rights received equal attention through a fascinating case where a regional district built what the court bluntly called an "ugly dam" on part of a 157-acre ranch property in the Kootenays. Though only a small portion of land was taken, it transformed a pristine natural lake into an artificial-looking reservoir with an unsightly rocky dam. The court awarded the owner $340,080 in compensation, reinforcing the principle that the government must pay not just for land taken but for how the taking diminishes a property's overall market value.Most controversial is the Nanaimo murder case, challenging Canada's mandatory 25-year parole ineligibility period for first-degree murder. A man who brutally killed someone with a baseball bat argued that, without the now-eliminated "faint hope clause" (which once allowed parole reviews after 15 years), this sentence constitutes cruel and unusual punishment. Though the judge found the elimination of this clause unconstitutional, the offender still received the full 25-year parole ineligibility due to the brutality of his crime.These cases collectively demonstrate how our legal system constantly balances competing interests—public safety against individual rights, government needs against property ownership, and societal punishment against constitutional protections against cruelty.Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says trade talks with US are set to intensify ahead of the August 1st tariff deadline! Nanaimo wants to put up a fence around Nanaimo City Hall! The Jeffrey Epstein saga continues! Trump is now saying it's now a hoax! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nanaimo wants to put up a fence around its city hall! Is this just a band-aid solution to a bigger problem A grizzly bear was shot dead on Texada Island. Does the bear deserve justice? Finally, we discuss the growing number of complications arising from the Canadian dental care plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The City of Nanaimo, BC is considering building a 1.8-metre-high fence to protect its staff from “congregations” of people, violence and disorder associated with an overdose prevention site next to city hall. The New View Housing Society has plans for a building that will offer 24-hour support for 74 people with disabilities. Conservation Officers have located a dead grizzly bear in the Van Anda area on Texada Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Canada is entering a new and unfamiliar chapter—one defined not by explosive population growth, but by a dramatic slowdown that could rewrite the country's real estate narrative. In fact, Canada just recorded one of the lowest levels of population growth seen in over 70 years. Only two other quarters in modern history have posted weaker numbers: the height of pandemic lockdowns in 2020 and the global energy downturn of 2015. But now, for the first time outside of a crisis, population growth is grinding to a near halt—and the implications for housing are massive.Ontario and British Columbia—two provinces that have long driven real estate demand—actually saw population declines in Q1 2025, with Ontario contracting by 5,700 people and B.C. by 2,400. That's virtually uncharted territory for regions that typically lead the country in net migration and property price acceleration. The federal government's 2024 decision to scale back immigration targets—both temporary and permanent—has now triggered six consecutive quarters of slowing growth. Meanwhile, non-permanent resident totals dropped by over 61,000, even as deaths outpaced births by more than 5,600. What we're witnessing is a foundational demographic shift—one that's sending ripples through every corner of the housing market.This episode of The Vancouver Life Podcast dives deep into what this demographic reversal means for real estate prices, rental demand, construction starts, and investor sentiment. With record-breaking levels of purpose-built rentals under construction and fewer people arriving to occupy them, we expect continued downward pressure on rental rates. In fact, Metro Vancouver rents have dropped $114 over the past year, including $52 in the last month alone, bringing average monthly rent to $2,223. Even furnished units now offer only marginal premiums, making furniture investments for landlords a poor ROI.As demand slows, so do housing prices. Canada's national benchmark price fell for the sixth consecutive month in May, landing at $690,900—the same level we saw in May 2021 and nearly 18% below the 2022 peak. Inventory is rising, with more than 200,000 listings on the market nationwide, yet buyer sentiment remains fragile. Though sales inched up in May, they are still down over 4% year-over-year. And the only provinces seeing real price gains are smaller markets like Manitoba and Newfoundland—while the heavyweights of B.C. and Ontario drag the national average down.Housing starts are falling too. In B.C., starts dropped 29% from April to May alone. Multi-family builds fell even harder—down 33% month-over-month and 19% compared to last year. The six-month moving average for starts has dropped 30% since its peak in 2023, and that trend is expected to continue. Cities like Nanaimo and Kelowna have seen construction plummet by as much as 75% and 45%, respectively. The result? The pipeline of new housing is drying up—just as rental supply is peaking and demand is waning. _________________________________ Dan's New Channel:  www.youtube.com/@VancouversTopRealtor Ryan's New Channel: www.youtube.com/@ryan_thevancouverlife  _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Catching up on two weeks of news, the geeks . . . spend way too much time talking about the Smurfs movie, which wasn’t even on the list! Bud’s Weekly Geek-out 03:16 – refreezing Arctic sea ice / handheld console advice Coming Soon 07:22 – The Naked Gun (in theatres August 1) (Zoner Mary) 07:59 – Superman (in theatres July 11) related: James Gunn is working on a new Wonder Woman movie ‘right now’ 14:32 – Wicked: For Good (in theatres November 21) 16:08 – King of the Hill (season 14 revival trailer, Huly/Disney+, August 4) 17:17 – Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story (National Geographic documentary, Disney+, July 10 at 6:00 pm) 21:02 – Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (S3 OF FIVE, Paramount+, two-ep premiere July 17) 22:03 – Ironheart (Marvel 6-episode series, Disney+, 6p Pacific June 24) 24:38 – 007 First Light (Playstation, Xbox, Steam, Epic, Switch 2, 2026) 26:28 – The Sandman (Netflix two-part movie, Vol. 1 – July 3, Vol. 2 – July 24) 27:45 – Freakier Friday (in theatres August 8) 31:02 – Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere (in theatres October 24) 34:07 – The Phoenician Scheme (Wes Anderson film, came out May 30) 36:41 – The Lost Bus (Apple TV+ film, coming soon, Dir: Paul Greengrass, Producers include: Jamie Lee Curtis, Jason Blum (Blumhouse coproduction w/ Apple Studios), Starring: Matthew McConaughey & America Ferrera) 37:19 – Dave Bautista is making a game and cartoon about a Cat Assassin semi-related: Nyaight of the Living Cat (animated series, based off a 2020 manga, Crunchyroll, July 6) NOT Coming Soon 40:56 – Scarlett Johansson asked for her executive producer credit to be removed from Thunderbolts* 41:54 – Nintendo delays The Legend of Zelda movie (by like six weeks: May 7, 2027) Geek News Proper 42:36 – Nintendo says the Switch 2 is its fastest-selling console of all time 44:15 – SAG-AFTRA Video Game Strike Suspended June 11 (Zoner Ewan) 44:29 – Daily Show staffer on triumph at Pedro Pascal look-alike contest: ‘It’s Been Insane’ (PEDRO#5, interview with Jon Stewart!) 45:16 – Naughty Dog owner Sony files opposition to ‘naughty cat’ trademark application, says ‘dog’ and ‘cat’ are ‘highly similar’ related: The Last of Us Season 3 will focus on Abby related: Nanaimo’s Pride colours, plus The Last of Us 50:01 – How Edible (Arrangements) responded when called ‘hot garbage’ on Sirens 50:35 – Brian Wilson died last week while we were yelling about Star Wars RUMOURS and HEARSEY 51:33 – Nosferatu’ Director Robert Eggers sets A Christmas Carol remake at Warner Bros., Willem Dafoe eeeEEEyyyEEEd for Scrooge (source: Variety) Listener mailbag (geekout@TheZone.fm) 52:17 – Zoner Shane: giving The Phantom Menace its due related: Star Wars ”looks terrible” in screening of long lost original 1977 version Reviews and Recommendayshes 1:11:39 – Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster (Pol) 1:13:52 – Materialists (Pol) Join The Geek-out Podcast’s Facebook page (where we’ll release new episodes, and where you can talk with us) and Facebook group (where fans of the podcast can gather and talk geeky stuff)! Questions? Comments? Corrections? Suggestions? e-mail geekout@TheZone.fm Subscribe to The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast on Apple Podcasts. Or, copypasta this link to subscribe using your podcatcher of choice: https://omny.fm/shows/the-geek-out-podcast/playlists/podcast.rss And, get more Zone podcasty goodness at TheZone.fm/podcast

Welcome to UnSpun — the fast-talking podcast and YouTube show where Jody Vance and George Affleck strip away the spin from politics, policy, and daily headlines.In this episode, we go from local wildfires to global trade wars, with a pit stop at Vancouver's controversial development debates and BC Ferries' tone-deaf decisions:

We need more nurses and doctors, and they could be on their way. In this episode we hear from a doctor who is quitting his practice in Colorado to start at a new clinic in Colwood, and a nurse in Texas who is considering a move to Nanaimo. We'll ask what's enticing them to come north, and hear about some of the ways the provincial government is trying to encourage health care workers to move here to B.C.

Wednesday Fleet Week updateToday we'll take a look at ships heading upriver for the Rose Festival today: the USCG Barque Eagle and the Canadian Navy vessel HMCS Nanaimo. Expect the Eagle to leave Astoria around 7:30am and around 8:30am the Nanaimo will pass Astoria inbound.For info about tours in Portland, go to rosefestival.org and click on the Fleet Week link.

What do baseball games, river floats, parades, and Schitt's Creek trivia have in common? They're all things you can do to celebrate pride on the island this summer! On this episode we talk about what pride is like in island communities, and about celebrating queer joy, honouring history, and fighting for future freedoms. The first of nearly 20 pride festivals on the island start this weekend -- with events in Cowichan, Port Alberni, and Victoria. The final events will be in the Comox Valley in August. This episode's guests are organizers Cristin Elle (Cowichan Pride), Crysta Stubbs (Alberni Valley Pride), Nick Luney (Victoria Pride) and meika johnson (Queer Centre Comox Valley).There are also pride events this summer in Ladysmith, Parksville, Nanaimo, Langford, Saanich, Gabriola, Sidney, Tofino, Campbell River, the North Island, Qathet, Denman, Pender, and the Discovery Islands.Check out this handy list to learn about events in your community.

‘It is absolutely an act of compassion,' says Leonard Krog, the mayor of Nanaimo about the use of involuntary care to deal with B.C.'s mental health crisis — but some experts are worried that forcing someone into treatment is a violation of their rights. Matt Galloway speaks with Mayor Krog; Jonny Morris, the CEO of the B.C. Division of the Canadian Mental Health Association; and Dr. Shimi Kang, a psychiatrist with Future Ready Minds for their insight about how to provide care for mental health while protecting public safety — as Premier David Eby works to review the province's mental health legislation following the deadly Lapu-Lapu Day festival.

On our first in-person interview in a while we're chatting with Fin Edwards, the vocalist and guitarist of Danger Box.Danger Box are a young and ambitious punk rock unit inspired by the sounds of mid 2000s pop punk and post hardcore. With over 70 shows under their belt, the group has made a name for themselves in Nanaimo and the Vancouver Island rock scene thanks to their DIY work ethic and electrifying live shows.Once More With Feeling is a new series made by James Olson, producer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds, and a talented videography team. Available now, only on YouTube with new episodes every other week.Keep up with the show on Facebook and Instagram.Credits: Hosted and produced by James Olson. Edited and mixed by Will Chernoff. Powered by Chernoff Music.

What does it truly mean to worship God? In this message, Andy unpacks Romans 12:1-2 and challenges our modern view of worship. Worship isn't just songs, music or emotions—it's presenting our whole lives to God as a living sacrifice. From the mess of our lives to the depths of our pain, God calls us to the altar—not to shame us, but to transform us.“Bring your mess to the altar.” Why? Because whoever touches Jesus' altar can become holy. (Exodus 29:37We explore:- Why God takes a Fatherly pleasure in you, even in your imperfections- The danger and beauty of the altar- How repentance is more than a guilty feeling—it's the gateway to a transformed mind- Why many of us resist God's altar despite needing to let go of our junk

I'll talk to the man who has served as the head carpenter for "Saturday Night Live" since the very first episode -- on the eve of his very last episode. The trial of five ex-world junior hockey players accused of sexual assault is thrown into disarray once again, as the judge discharges the jury for a second time.A doctor who ran for his life when wildfires hit Los Angeles this year tells us the aftermath hasn't been easy -- so he set up a clinic to help others and, in some ways, himself. He put on more than a happy face. A member of the original cast of the classic musical "Annie" remembers composer Charles Strouse -- for the joy and vulnerability he put into every song. Students at Vancouver Island University are hard at work baking up a single Nanaimo bar -- that's more than 21 meters long and weighs over 450 kilos. And, a couple in England promised to build a storage facility for horse semen, but just built a house instead. And now their lie is going to get that house knocked down.As It Happens, the Friday Edition. Radio thinks they should have just built up an equine cellar.

Rob Wipond, author of Your Consent is Not Required, visited Nanaimo for an author talk on his book, which takes a critical look at involuntary psychiatric treatment. Wipond says that in the late 90s, after voluntarily seeking treatment, his father was committed for a period of several months, which included experiences of forced electrocunvulsive therapy. “ This […]

A Nanaimo driver was caught going over 200 km/h in a 90 zone! His excuse? He says was doing an engine test! We keep you updated on the ongoing Trump tariff trade war! Finally, could the Vancouver Whitecaps find a new home at Hastings Park? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm incredibly honored to share a conversation with someone whose work has had a massive influence on my own jiu-jitsu journey, from the earliest stages right up to today—Rob Biernacki.Rob is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and the head instructor at Island Top Team in Nanaimo, British Columbia. He's also the mastermind behind BJJ Concepts, the groundbreaking instructional platform that redefined the way so many of us—me included—think about learning jiu-jitsu.Rob's approach is rooted in logic, structure, and conceptual clarity. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by technique after technique, his material gives you a framework to understand jiu-jitsu. His teachings on alignment, structure, and posture-based control completely changed how I see the art, and I know I'm not alone.In this episode, Rob and I discuss his evolution as a coach, The Roadhouse Choke, and how to develop a game built on principles, not memorization. We get into his thoughts on the direction of the sport, the pitfalls of conventional training, and what keeps him excited to keep exploring and teaching.Rob's one of the few voices in the BJJ world that consistently advocates smarter, more efficient learning. I can't overstate how much his content has shaped how I train and communicate about Jiu-Jitsu to others.Links:https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteamhttps://islandtopteam.com/https://bjjconcepts.net/Become a VIP member for only .99 a month, get ad-free, uncensored, early episodes https://is.gd/GytgXMInstagram @foreverwhitebeltshow.Go buy your Forever White Belt merchandise at teespring.com/forever-white-belt.Linktree https://linktr.ee/foreverwhitebeltBuy Salt Electrolytes  @SaltElectrolytes  use code FWB for 15% off. https://saltelectrolytes.com/?fwb #brazilianjiujitsu #jiujitsu #grappling #bjj

India and Pakistan announce tit-for-tat measures after the Kashmir tourist attack, former South Korean President Moon Jae-in is Indicted on bribery charges, the Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels agree to a ceasefire, a judge blocks portions of Trump's order requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration, the EU fines Apple and Meta $800M, a student is fatally stabbed at a French highschool, Kilmar Abrego Garcia's wife relocates after the government posts her address online, Trump orders an overhaul of the college accreditation system, a study suggests eating peanuts as a treatment for allergic adults, and a viral TikTok draws hundreds of Americans to Canada's Nanaimo. Sources: www.verity.news

Which Canadian confection are you sweet on: Butter tarts or Nanaimo bars? And do quitters never win?Featuring: Deborah Kimmett, Jon Steinberg, Graham Chittenden, and Leonard Chan.

Like many cities in Canada, Nanaimo has a housing crisis. As rent prices have surged, so has homelessness. According to the city's last official count, there are 515 unhoused people in Nanaimo at any given time. By population, that is a higher homelessness rate than the city of Vancouver. The second episode in our series, IDEAS for a Better Canada (produced in partnership with the Samara Centre for Democracy), explores how homelessness affects the health of our democracy and why long-term solutions are so hard to achieve.

Ben sits down to catch up with friend of the podcast and Managing Partner of the West Coast League Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo Nightowls. Its been a few years since we last spoke with Jim, so we catch up on whats going on the last two years and what we can expect this year from the two teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Marie Young 30 Haziran 2002 tarihinde Nanaimo, British Columbia'da Kanada'da yaşıyor ve 21 yaşında. Lisa o akşam bir arkadaşının doğum günü partisine gitti ve sonrasında kendisinden bir daha haber alınamadı. En son kırmızı bir Jaguar'a bindiği bilinen Lisa'nın kayboluşuyla ilgili baş şüpheli belki de şu an Türkiye'de.

Lisa Marie Young 30 Haziran 2002 tarihinde Nanaimo, British Columbia'da Kanada'da yaşıyor ve 21 yaşında. Lisa o akşam bir arkadaşının doğum günü partisine gitti ve sonrasında kendisinden bir daha haber alınamadı. En son kırmızı bir Jaguar'a bindiği bilinen Lisa'nın kayboluşuyla ilgili baş şüpheli belki de şu an Türkiye'de.

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Feb. 24, 2025: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jas Johal Members of Vancouver's ABC party hold internal meetings and align messaging before debates (0:07) Guest: Pete Fry, Vancouver City Councillor Donald Trump's tariffs on schedule, will take effect on March 4th (12:19) Guest: Mackenzie Gray, Ottawa correspondent with Global National Delta Hospital Closures and the messaging around it (18:26) Guest: Jordan Armstrong, Global News Reporter Americans should come to Nanaimo (26:35) Guest: Leonard Krog, Mayor of Nanaimo Metro Vancouver's special board meeting (34:49) Guest: Mike Hurley, Chair of the Metro Vancouver Board and Burnaby Mayor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens to your body when you're under anesthesia? Guest: Dr. Alopi Patel, Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at Rutgers' Robert Wood Johnson Medical School The Pope is in critical condition Guest: Dr. Cristina Traina, Professor of Religious Studies and Catholic Ethics at Fordham University Inside ABC Vancouver's backroom controversies Guest: Rebecca Bligh, Former ABC Vancouver City Councillor Will Canada actually send troops to Ukraine? Guest: Dr. Robert Huish, Associate Professor in International Development Studies at Dalhousie University How should BC strengthen its economy amidst Trump's tariffs? Guest: Laura Jones, President & CEO of the Business Council of BC Will inviting Americans to Nanaimo improve political tensions? Guest: Tod Maffin, Creator of “Tod's Nanaimo Infusion” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will inviting Americans to Nanaimo improve political tensions? Guest: Tod Maffin, Creator of “Tod's Nanaimo Infusion” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Mexican restaurant between two gas stations? A hole-in-the-wall you might have walked right by? Food blogger Sarah Au-Yeung (@NanaimoNoms) joins us to shout out some of her favourite restaurants in Nanaimo and beyond. If you're looking to have a little escape with a meal out, “Dine About Mid-Vancouver Island” and “Dine Around Greater Victoria” are underway until February 9. Here are the restaurants she mentions, in order:Nori Japanese Restaurant (Nanaimo)Horang Market (Nanaimo)Danpung Momiji Korean (Nanimo)Momoville (Shawnigan Lake)Pho V.Ta VietNamese (Nanaimo)Truong Thanh 2 (Nanaimo)Mahle House (Cedar)Camas (Lantzville)Bin 4 Burger Lounge (Nanaimo)Bistro Taiyo (Nanaimo)Gina's Mexican Cafe (Nanaimo)Nanoose Bay Cafe (Nanoose Bay) Qualicum Beach Cafe (Qualicum Beach)Deez Bar & Grill (Qualicum Beach)Jas Cafe (Ladysmith)Jalapenos Mexican (Nanaimo)JLA Foodtruck (Nanaimo)The View Oceanside Grill (Nanaimo)Embers Wine & Charcuterie Cellar (Nanaimo)

What if one impulsive moment could change a murder charge to manslaughter? Understanding the intricate nuances of Canadian law, we unpack the legal concept of provocation, especially its role in the justice system. Explore the far-reaching implications of the 2015 amendments under the Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices Act and the constitutional debates they spark. Discover a recent BC Court of Appeal case where a husband, embroiled in a complex narrative of alleged long-term abuse, challenges the application of these laws amidst claims of provocation.Tackle the vital theme of reputation and justice through a defamation case from Nanaimo, where false accusations against a city employee lead to a legal showdown. With insights from Michael Mulligan of Mulligan Defence Lawyers, we also scrutinize the Crown's disclosure obligations in criminal cases. Mulligan sheds light on the crucial responsibility to ensure fair trials by disclosing all pertinent information, even from different investigations. Join us for an enlightening discussion on these pressing legal issues, revealing their real-world impact and challenges.Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed. 

The episode dives into the intriguing dynamics between the United States and Canada, particularly surrounding trade and intellectual property (IP). As US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on Canadian goods, a discussion emerged on how Canada could respond strategically. The central theme revolves around the underappreciated power of intellectual property as a bargaining chip in trade negotiations, particularly for a smaller nation like Canada. Michael Mulligan, a Barrister with Mulligan Defence Lawyers, emphasized that tariffs, often seen as the primary retaliatory measure, could ultimately harm Canadian consumers more than US producers. Understanding the intricate mechanisms of tariffs is key to grasping the broader consequences they can have on the economy. For instance, imposing a tariff on imported orange juice or motorcycles from the US would lead to inflated prices for Canadian consumers, while the US would experience only a minor economic sting. Thus, the discussion shifted toward a more sophisticated method of retaliation, focusing on IP laws established followin the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and its successor, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Mulligan pointed out that the core of US-Canada trade discussions for many years has centred on IP protections, effectively making them a focal point of economic dependence.Mulligan explored real-world examples from Brazil and Antigua, which successfully leveraged their own IP protections in previous trade disputes with the US. Brazil's complaint regarding US cotton subsidies led to the approved threat of revoking US IP protections, which ultimately resulted in the US conceding to pay Brazil $130 million per year. Similarly, Antigua exploited online gambling disputes with the US, illustrating how the threat of losing IP protection led to fruitful negotiations. This approach illustrates how Canada might consider the strategic use of IP law to apply pressure on the US, particularly given the reliance of many American industries on these legal protections.The latter part of the episode transitioned dramatically into a more sombre topic: a first-degree murder case in Nanaimo. The gruesome details of the crime revealed a complex tapestry of intimate partner violence and the psychological implications associated with it. Michael discussed how the defendant's appeal to self-defence was complicated by the admissibility of expert evidence related to intimate partner violence. The case set off a significant dialogue about the complexities of legal definitions surrounding self-defence and the importance of integrating expert insights into judicial proceedings.The legal intricacies presented in the murder case add depth to the episode. The issue of admitting expert evidence played a crucial role, with the judge having to determine if the proposed testimony would be more prejudicial than probative. Mulligan explained that understanding the nuances of intimate partner violence can be vital to a fair trial, as conventional wisdom often fails to capture the complex emotional and psychological realities victims face. The juxtaposition of trade strategies and legal defences in murder cases provides a compelling lens through which to understand both the legal landscape and the very human stories behind it.Ultimately, this podcast episode not only sheds light on the legal frameworks governing trade but also emphasizes the ethical responsibilities of the legal system to understand and acknowledge trauma in criminal cases. It stands as a poignant reminder of how law intersects with both international affairs and personal struggles, illustrating the multifaceted nature of legal advocacy today.Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed. 

Amber Manthorne was last seen in her Vancouver Island community of Port Alberni on July 7, 2022, leaving her loved ones and the community searching for answers. Her white 2021 Jeep Compass was found abandoned two days later, near a logging road outside Nanaimo. In a chilling twist, security footage shows her ex-boyfriend, Justin Hall, driving her vehicle and struggling with a suitcase and a large plastic tote in the early hours of July 8. The large black plastic tote seen in the footage has never been recovered.The RCMP now believe that Amber was likely the victim of foul play, with Hall as a key person of interest. Yet Hall's own death in Merritt last year has left police with more questions than answers, and Amber's family still waits for closure. In this episode, we speak with Laura Palmer, host of the podcast Island Crime, who covered Amber's case in-depth. Together, we examine the events surrounding Amber's disappearance, the disturbing details caught on camera, and the lingering questions that haunt those still hoping for answers.RCMP Press Release: https://bc-cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=2136&languageId=1&contentId=85797Check out "Island Crime": https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/island-crime/id1513479877Finding Amber Manthorne Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1407755686318181--This podcast is recorded on the territories of the Coast Salish people.Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpodFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truenorthtruecrime Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you own a home in British Columbia, you could be sitting on an untapped financial opportunity worth seven figures. Thanks to Bill 44, homeowners now have the chance to significantly increase the value of their properties by converting single-family homes into modern multiplex developments. In this episode, we're joined by David Babakaiff of Alair Homes, an award-winning builder and expert in multiplex construction, to help homeowners understand how they can unlock this incredible potential.David explains how this new legislation impacts over 300,000 properties in the Lower Mainland, opening the door for homeowners to turn their lot into a wealth-generating asset. He shares real-life examples of families who have added over $1 million in equity by building duplexes, triplexes, or even larger multiplexes on their properties. Whether your goal is to sell the new units, rent them for passive income, or even live mortgage-free in a beautiful new home, the possibilities are multiple.This episode breaks down the process step-by-step, including how to assess the feasibility of your lot, secure financing, and design a project that maximizes profit while meeting your goals. David also highlights how his team simplifies the journey, offering a seamless approach with experts in financial planning, architecture, construction, tax strategies, and real estate sales.Your home might be worth far more than you think, and this podcast is your guide to finding out how much. Imagine transforming your property into a multi-unit building and walking away with significant financial gains—without losing ownership of your land. If you're curious about how much money you could make with a multiplex, reach out to us today to explore your options. This is your chance to turn your property into a wealth-building powerhouse.About David BabakaiffDavid is a veteran of residential building spanning almost three decades in BC.   His companies are multi award winning, building custom homes at volume, small multifamily mixed-use buildings and multiplexes. He has been vice president of BC interior's Canadian Home Builders Association; co-founder of a $5 million VCC fund, and founder of companies in forestry logistics and industrial waste management as well as industrial alternate energy technology. In 2012 David brought Aliar Homes to Vancouver, and today David's focus is helping homeowners unlock wealth by converting their houses to multiplexes.david@alairhomes.comAbout Alair HomesAlair began building one-of custom homes in Nanaimo and has grown to over 100 offices across North America. Today, Alair® has the largest footprint of any premium custom home building and large-scale renovation/ remodelling brand in the world. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Rob Biernacki is my professor, a BJJ black belt under Caio Terra, the creator of BJJConcepts.net, and the head instructor at Island Top Team in Nanaimo. He is known around the world for his conceptual approach to Jiu-Jitsu and has recently developed a system for what he calls "The Roadhouse Choke." We talk about this submission in depth (yes, it really works), his recent seminar tour to Europe, and why Rory sucks so bad at BJJ. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show!Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverydayjiujitsupodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ejjpodEmail: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Do you ever wonder how someone ends up a working medium? What life choices or situations happened even to get there? In this teaching memoir, Reverend Nicole Powell, Spiritual Medium, shares her experience with you of her journey of waking up to mediumship, a path she would have never chosen for herself; she was led to it. The Power ~ A Call To Mediumship is full of Nicole's personal stories, daily practices and wisdom, all she has acquired from her full-time private practice, teaching and spiritualist ministry.Daily communing with the spirit world has dramatically changed her, and it can change you too. This book is about understanding mediumship at the core and awakening that power within you. It will answer some of your burning questions about spirit communication, how to connect with your loved ones on the other side, and what important messages the spirit world would like you to know.There is nothing to fear in mediumship, it's about expansion, love and reconnection.BioNicole Powell is a Spiritual Medium and Reverend in Lake Cowichan, BC, on Vancouver Island. She works in her community and online, leading spiritualist services, readings, running circles and leading workshops. She is the minister at Two Worlds Spiritualist Centre in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island. Nicole loves walking through the forest, listening to audios and music that keep her inspired. She lives close to the river where she spends a lot of time. She has a wonderful husband Matthew Ashdown and a sweet mini doodle named Gracie. In Nicole's free time, she enjoys travelling the world and exploring sacred sites, sitting at home painting until the late hours of the evening, and writing what catches her inspiration. Together, their life is simple, creative and peaceful. They live with great meaning and purpose in as much as they can. This is Nicole's first book, and she feels there is so much more to come…https://www.amzn.co.uk/dp/B0D5D8B873/https://www.nicolepowell.ca/ https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife

Do you ever wonder how someone ends up a working medium? What life choices or situations happened even to get there? In this teaching memoir, Reverend Nicole Powell, Spiritual Medium, shares her experience with you of her journey of waking up to mediumship, a path she would have never chosen for herself; she was led to it. The Power ~ A Call To Mediumship is full of Nicole's personal stories, daily practices and wisdom, all she has acquired from her full-time private practice, teaching and spiritualist ministry.Daily communing with the spirit world has dramatically changed her, and it can change you too. This book is about understanding mediumship at the core and awakening that power within you. It will answer some of your burning questions about spirit communication, how to connect with your loved ones on the other side, and what important messages the spirit world would like you to know.There is nothing to fear in mediumship, it's about expansion, love and reconnection.BioNicole Powell is a Spiritual Medium and Reverend in Lake Cowichan, BC, on Vancouver Island. She works in her community and online, leading spiritualist services, readings, running circles and leading workshops. She is the minister at Two Worlds Spiritualist Centre in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island. Nicole loves walking through the forest, listening to audios and music that keep her inspired. She lives close to the river where she spends a lot of time. She has a wonderful husband Matthew Ashdown and a sweet mini doodle named Gracie. In Nicole's free time, she enjoys travelling the world and exploring sacred sites, sitting at home painting until the late hours of the evening, and writing what catches her inspiration. Together, their life is simple, creative and peaceful. They live with great meaning and purpose in as much as they can. This is Nicole's first book, and she feels there is so much more to come…https://www.amzn.co.uk/dp/B0D5D8B873/https://www.nicolepowell.ca/ https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife

Why does God need a name in the first place? John Mark argues that it's because there are many "gods". He surveys scripture passages relating to gods and demonic beings, not only warning us that they are real and should never be worshipped, but that Yahweh is the one true creator God and is higher than them all. Key Scripture Passages: Exodus 34v6-7, Exodus 12v12, Exodus 15v11, Exodus 20v2-4, Psalm 82, Mark 5v1-13, Ephesians 6v10-12This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Kayla from Nanaimo, British Columbia; Ross & Allison from Salem, Oregon; Josiah from Bartlesville, Oklahoma; Church on the Rock in Huntley, Illinois; and Jenna from Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

Sherry Corrigal, a 22-year-old woman from Nanaimo, has been missing since September 2023. Her disappearance is considered suspicious and deeply troubling by the Nanaimo RCMP, who have been actively investigating her case. Sherry was last seen in the downtown area of Nanaimo, and her lack of contact with family and friends is highly unusual.Sherry is described as being 5 feet tall, weighing around 90 pounds, with long dark hair, and distinctive tattoos on her arms, hands, and back. Despite numerous searches, interviews, and the review of CCTV footage, there have been no significant leads. Her case remains a high priority for the investigators, who are urging anyone with information to come forward directly to the police, rather than sharing unverified details on social media.Join us as we sit down with Jami, one of Sherry's foster mothers, who shares insights into Sherry's life and the emotional journey her loved ones have endured since her disappearance.--Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpodFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truenorthtruecrime Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 323: In April 2014, a tragic shooting occurred at a sawmill in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Kevin Douglas Addison, 47, a former employee, opened fire at the Western Forest Products mill, killing Michael Lunn, 61, and Fred McEachern, 53, and injuring two others, Earl Kelly and Tony Sudar. Addison was charged with two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder. Addison's actions shook the tight-knit Nanaimo community and highlighted critical issues surrounding workplace violence and safety in industrial settings. Sources: History of Nanaimo City History | Nanaimo Museum Home | Western Forest Products Western Forest Products | Wikipedia Frederick McEACHERN Obituary (2014) - Nanaimo, BC - The Times Colonist Michael Lunn Obituary (1952 - 2014) - Legacy Remembers UPDATE: Charges laid in deadly Nanaimo shooting 2016 BCSC 2352 (CanLII) | R. v. Addison | CanLII The shootings at Western Forest in Nanaimo point to a bigger problem Nanaimo mill shooting | News, Videos & Articles | Global News Kevin Addison tells court he shot four men at Nanaimo mill Doctor details autopsy results of Nanaimo mill shooting victims during trial Nanaimo mill shooter Addison's name synonymous with ‘murderous violence' Prosecutor relays chilling account of Nanaimo sawmill shooting Man accused in fatal Nanaimo mill shooting testifies in court Jul 13, 1955, page 16 - The Province at Newspapers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices