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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia
Could congestion pricing work for Metro Vancouver? | Victoria School Board fired by the Education Minister

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 50:54


B.C. Minister of Education and Child Care Lisa Beare appoints an official trustee to School District 61 (Great Victoria) and fires the current school board following a dispute with a safety plan that barred police from schools. CBC's Kathryn Marlow breaks down the developments.As Translink faces a $600 million operating deficit, many experts are looking to New York's congestion pricing model, which experts say shows promising results. Former Vancouver city councillor and Translink board member Gordon Price discusses the pros and cons of the model and how it could work in Metro Vancouver.The Surrey Board of Trade's latest road survey calls for more investment in sustainable transit and transportation investments. Spokesperson Jasroop Gosal weighs in on congestion pricing as a possible solution.

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia
Reacting to Justin Trudeau's resignation

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 49:04


Dan Burritt is our host today. Viewers react to more fallout and the possible consequences to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau proroguing Parliament in light of his plans to resign. SFU senior political science lecturer Sanjay Jeram details what comes next as the Liberal Party of Canada looks for a new leader. U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he would use "economic force" to join Canada with the U.S. Surrey Board of Trade policy and research manager Jasroop Gosal raises economic concerns that would follow Trudeau's exit, including Canada-U.S. trade relations.

The Lynda Steele Show
How will the Federal immigration cap impact our local labour market?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 8:10


GUEST: Jasroop Ghosal, Interim Spokesperson and Policy & Research Manager with the Surrey Board of Trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: How would proportional representation have changed BC's election results, B.C. Conservative candidate uses racist slur to describe Indigenous Peoples on election night & The Wrap!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 71:07


How would proportional representation have changed BC's election results?  GUEST: Gisela Ruckert, Member of Fair Vote Canada's National Board, and Grassroots Leader for Electoral Reform in Kamloops How will the Federal immigration cap impact our local labour market? GUEST: Jasroop Ghosal, Interim Spokesperson and Policy & Research Manager with the Surrey Board of Trade  The Week That Was in BC Politics GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief  B.C. Conservative candidate uses racist slur to describe Indigenous Peoples on election night GUEST: Wade Grant, Member of the Musqueam Indian Band, Chair of First Nations Health Council, and former Indigenous Advisor to Premier Christy Clark US Election lookahead  GUEST: Jackson Proskow, Global Washington Bureau Chief The Wrap - Should politicians be allowed to speak a little more freely, a propos of the Vancouver City Council F-bomb & Which companies should send their office staff to do customer-facing shifts?  GUEST: Sarah Daniels, real estate agent in South Surrey; author and broadcaster GUEST: Leah Holiove, TV Reporter and Radio Host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia
Federal funding unfair to B.C., premier says | Surrey policing transition update

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 52:46


Premier David Eby says he's frustrated that the federal government's $750 million to help support a surge in the number of temporary residents in Canada isn't being dispensed on a per capita basis in B.C. We discuss his criticism of the Trudeau government with our guests Sanjay Jeram, senior lecturer in political science at Simon Fraser University, Carol Day, Richmond City Councillor, and Loren Kinbrace, director of engagement with Kinbrace; and ask viewers if they feel B.C. is getting its fair share. And, Surrey Board of Trade President and CEO Anita Huberman discusses the latest developments in the city's policing transition.

The Jill Bennett Show
Surrey Board of Trade Demands Urgent Review of Dangerous Sex Offender Policies

The Jill Bennett Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 55:09


Surrey Board of Trade Demands Urgent Review of Dangerous Sex Offender Policies GUEST: Anita Huberman, Surrey Board of Trade CEO Shut out of schoolyards, Vancouver dog owners ramp up pressure on city to add dog parks GUEST: Scott Jensen, Independent Park Board Commissioner Are students safe on B.C. university, college campuses during the toxic drug crisis? GUEST: Deb Bailey, Member of Moms Stop the Harm  1 in 4 B.C. job postings missing salary figures now required by law, says report GUEST: Dan Balkaran, Employment Lawyer and Senior Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP Langley City Council votes to restrict new daycares downtown GUEST: Nathan Pachal, Mayor of Langley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bootstrapping Your Dreams Show
#343 From Business Mogul to Navy Captain: Anita Huberman's Astonishing Journey

Bootstrapping Your Dreams Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 31:40


Anita Huberman is an extraordinary leader with a remarkable track record spanning three decades of service. For 17 years, she has served as the President & CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade, a position she has held with unwavering dedication. Her leadership has made a significant impact on one of Canada's largest cities, serving over 6,000 member contacts.Anita's list of achievements is truly impressive. She has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Vancouver in 2023, receiving SFU's Distinguished Alumni Award in 2022, and being recognized as one of the 15 Outstanding Canadians in 2021. She is an Honorary Captain of the Royal Canadian Navy (appointed by Canada's Minister of National Defence, just re-appointed for her third term till 2024), and holds the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal. She was a nominee for the 2013 YWCA Women of Distinction Award and a proud recipient of the 2011 Business in Vancouver's Top 40 Under 40 award. She was awarded the 2019 Surrey Community Builder of the Year and received a Canada 150 Community Medal.Support the showFollow me on Facebook ⬇️https://www.facebook.com/manuj.aggarwal❤️ ID - Manuj Aggarwal■ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/ ■ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmanuj■ Instagram: ...

Mornings with Simi
Full Show: Streaming costs are going up, Dealing with Narcissists & Sustainability around the world

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 53:50


Seg 1: Streaming costs are rising, and the trend seems to be sticking around. Experts predict that consumers will be facing higher subscription prices Guest: Vincent Georgie, assistant professor of marketing at the University of Windsor's Odette School of Business and executive director of the Windsor International Film Festival. Seg 2: View From Victoria: The letter that Premier David Eby sent to the Bank of Canada governor is both Extraordinary in some ways, and hypocritical in others. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News. Seg 3: The Weekly Cecchini Check in: With Hurricane Idalia tearing up the US this week, questions are being raised about FEMA and how much relief funds are available to citizens. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 4: Contributor Scott Shantz speaks with Aidan Wright, Adjunct Professor, Department of Psychology at University of Pittsburgh about what narcissism is and how we can deal with narcissists.  Guest: Aidan Wright, Adjunct Professor, Department of Psychology at Pittsburgh University Seg 5: Funding challenges in Surrey school district are raising concerns about staffing and programs. Guest: Gary Tymoschuk, Vice-Chair of the Surrey Board of Education Seg 6: Earlier this week, the BC Government shared that the province has spent more than half a billion ($585-million) on fire suppression for this year's wildfire season. Guest: Dr. Jennie Moore, Director of Sustainability, BCIT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mornings with Simi
Staffing issues in Surrey school district

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 8:27


Funding challenges in Surrey school district are raising concerns about staffing and programs. Guest: Gary Tymoschuk, Vice-Chair of the Surrey Board of Education Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
Surrey Board of Trade reaction to the Surrey police decision

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 3:16


Jasroop Gosal, Policy & Research Manager for the Surrey Board of Trade reacts to the Surrey police decision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: Public safety on Surrey transit after the death of a 17-year old teen, Mayor Brad West, comments on transit public safety & Introducing BC United - the impact of a party's name change

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 62:31


Public safety on Surrey transit after the death of a 17-year old teen Anita Huberman, CEO for the Surrey Board of Trade discusses feelings public safety in Surrey after the fatal stabbing of a 17-year old teen that took place on a public transit bus. Mayor Brad West, Chair of the Mayors' Council comments on transit public safety Brad West, Mayor of Port Coquitlam and Chair of the Mayors' Council on Regional Transportation discusses public safety on transit. The spider is saved! Vancouver keeps ‘Phobia' artwork at Commercial Drive Peter Meiszner, Vancouver City Councillor provides an update on the 'Phobia' artwork at Commercial Drive. Making Property Density a Reality  Jake Fry, founder of Small Housing BC discusses making property density a reality in BC Introducing BC United - the impact of a party's name change Dr. Hamish Telford - Associate Professor of Political Science, University of the Fraser Valley discusses the potential impact of the BC Liberal party's name change to BC United. Public safety concerns on transit after the death of a Surrey teen Elenore Sturko, BC Liberal MLA for South Surrey discusses public safety concerns across the lower mainland after a Surrey teen was stabbed to death while riding public transit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
Public safety on Surrey transit after the death of a 17-year old teen

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 9:56


Anita Huberman, CEO for the Surrey Board of Trade discusses feelings public safety in Surrey after the fatal stabbing of a 17-year old teen that took place on a public transit bus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
The Surrey Board of Trade calls for cannabis retailers in the city

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 8:12


Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade discusses why Surrey needs more cannabis retailers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: City spending and property tax increase in Vancouver, Reacting to ABC Vancouver's budget amendments & Surrey Board of Trade calls for more cannabis retailers

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 72:00


City spending and property tax increase in Vancouver Mayor of Vancouver, Ken Sim discusses why the city is raising property taxes. Chinese donors want a statue of Mao in Montreal Nathan VanderKlippe, International Correspondent with The Globe & Mail discusses the latest in Chinese-Canadian relations.  Reacting to ABC Vancouver's budget amendments Christine Boyle, OneCity, Vancouver Councillor reacts to ABC Vancouver's budget amendments. Bell and Telus increase their roaming fees Andy Baryer, Tech and Digital Lifestyle Expert at HandyAndyMedia.com discusses why and how Bell and Telus are increasing their roaming fees. The ever-increasing carbon tax Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter discusses the raising of the carbon tax. The Last Steam Railways Robert D. Turner, author of The Last Steam Railways discusses his latest book on steam trains. The Surrey Board of Trade calls for cannabis retailers in the city Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade discusses why Surrey needs more cannabis retailers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mornings with Simi
The Full Show: Interest rate impact on real estate, UBC Skytrain delay & Additional info needed on Surrey Police decision.

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 34:44


Interest rate impact on real estate Faith Wilson, President and CEO of faithwilson | Christie's International Real Estate Vancouver's mayor must fight against UBC Skytrain delay  Christine Boyle, Vancouver City Councillor Additional info needed on Surrey Police decision Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade Canfor mill closures cast doubt on future of forestry Thomas Martin, Registered Professional Forester Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Discovery Pod
Surrey Board Of Trade With Anita Huberman

The Discovery Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 29:31


The Surrey Board of Trade attracts and supports businesses in Surrey. They believe that transportation and education are the two economic foundations of building our city. In today's episode, social profit leader Anita Huberman, the President of Surrey Board Of Trade, shares her tips for working with boards, her idea about leadership, and how to get things done. She also shares some advice on bringing people together around a common purpose. You will want to listen to this conversation if you're responsible for engaging the community in any organization. So tune in!

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia
Justin Trudeau announces a holiday to mourn the Queen; improving dementia care as the Canadian population ages

BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 50:50


Justin Trudeau has announced a holiday on Monday to mourn the Queen, but who will get the day off to pay respects is still unclear. We'll hear from the Surrey Board of Trade, and take your calls. And in our second half, as the baby boomer generation ages, the number of people living with dementia will rise significantly. We'll talk to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia and a professor of geriatric medicine about what needs to improve when it comes to dementia care.

Mornings with Simi
The Full Show: Doug McCallum and 60K seats, Red tape for Early Childhood Educators & Scanning a BC volcano

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 46:51


Ch1: Vanessa Bryant has won a civil court case over images of her husband's death that were shared by LA County employees Guest: Raji Sohal, Mornings with Simi Contributor Ch2: The mayor of Surrey has never been shy about thinking big, and with a municipal election on the horizon, he's talking big. Guest: Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade. Ch3: An operator of a childcare centre has early childhood educators ready to come to her community but they are bogged down in red tape. Guest: Emily Gawlick, Executive Director of Early Childhood Educators of BC(ECEBC). Ch4: The Better Business Bureau in BC has released a statement that says home improvement scams rank fourth in Canada for riskiest scams. Guest: CKNW Contributor Raji Sohal interviewed Shawn Anderson, owner of The Inspectors: Home Inspection Services, and Simone Lis, President and CEO of Better Business Bureau of Mainland British Columbia. Ch5: The provincial government and Doctors of BC is providing $118 million in short-term funding to help provide stability to struggling family doctors. Guest: Adrian Dix, Minister of Health Ch6: Scientists are planning to scan one of British Columbia's volcanos to help harness the underground heat that turns rock into magma for renewable energy. Guest: Dr. Catherine Hickson P.Geo., Chief Geologist of Terrapin Geothermics and CEO of Alberta No. 1

Mornings with Simi
The Full Show: Going after $10Million in Real Estate, An inappropriate offer to veteran & Incredible Salmon return recorded

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 51:32


Chapter 1: Richmond gym owner Paul Jin has still not been charged with any criminal offense despite a years-long police investigation and now a civil forfeiture lawsuit has been filed to go after real estate valued at $10 million. Guest: Sam Cooper, Global National Investigative Reporter. Chapter 2: Hockey Canada scored poorly in governance review even before the sexual-assault settlement controversy. Guest: Grant Robertson, Globe and Mail Senior Writer. Chapter 3: Global News has learned about a concerning case involving a veteran who was inappropriately offered medical assistance in dying by a federal government employee working for Veterans Canada. Guest: Mercedes Stephenson. Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief Chapter 4: Thousands of migrating sockeye and chinook salmon are making their way over a massive rock slide on British Columbia's Fraser River this summer. Guest: Greg Taylor, a fishery advisor for Watershed Watch Salmon Society Chapter 5: The desire for additional road capacity for the new replacement Pattullo Bridge is once again being raised by the Surrey Board of Trade. Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade Chapter 6: Would a new medical school in the province help to solve the family doctor shortage in BC. Guest: David May, president of the B.C. College of Family Physicians

The Lynda Steele Show
Could reinstating BC's Corporate Vote help struggling businesses?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 7:46


Should businesses in British Columbia have a say in municipal elections? We discuss with Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: Health Minister Adrian Dix responds criticisms of B.C.'s healthcare system, West Coast Environmental Law to sue big oil and should local businesses have a vote in municipal elections?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 62:12


Health Minister Adrian Dix responds to criticisms of B.C's healthcare system - What is the NDP going to do moving forward? How is the NDP planning to address BC's healthcare crisis, from shortage of doctors, long wait times for 911 calls and long wait times in the emergency room? Adrian Dix, B.C. Minister of Health and NDP MLA for Vancouver-Kingsway discusses  The PNE reaches new heights with launch of new ride, the Skybender Laura Ballance, Principal of the Laura Ballance Media Group explains why those visiting the PNE this summer should be excited to try out the brand-new ride.  What are the civic issues surrounding City Council funding "Sue Big Oil"? Adam Pankratz, Professor of Business, Environmental Politics, and Political Science at UBC's Sauder School of Business discusses the issues surrounding local governments greenlighting a class-action lawsuit against oil firms  Why is West Coast Environmental Law suing big oil? Andrew Gage, Lead Lawyer on West Coast Environmental Law's lawsuit against big oil  discusses why his firm is suing big oil companies  Will the price of travel insurance begin to rise to make up for their losses as more and more people are losing their luggage? Claire Newell, President of Travel Best Bets presents the best tips to guard against lost luggage and how necessary it is to purchase travel insurance. Plus, CKNW Contributor Jawn Jang chats with various travel agents about the price of travel insurance.  Could reinstating BC's Corporate Vote help struggling businesses? Should businesses in British Columbia have a say in municipal elections? We discuss with Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade

Mornings with Simi
Trusting reviews, Making promises & Giving up on COVID boosters

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 47:33


Ch1: Can you trust product reviews online?  Amazon is suing Facebook over what they call “fake reviews”. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Ch2: Green party councillor Adriane Carr has called on the City of Vancouver to allocate up to $1 for every resident toward a class-action lawsuit against fossil fuel companies. Guest:  Pete Fry, Vancouver City Councillor. Ch3: Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal says that he would freeze taxes if elected as Mayor of Surrey. However, does that idea work? Guest: Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade. Ch4: Recent polls from Angus Reid show some surprising numbers behind vaccine booster desire and the age groups that are more concerned about the next COVID wave. Guest: Shachi Kurl, President of Angus Reid. Ch5: The Nohomin Creek wildfire near Lytton, B.C., is now being classified as out of control, meaning officials are taking more aggressive tactics to suppress the flames. Guest: Nicole Bonnett, BC Fire Information Officer for BC Wildfire Service. Ch6: With summer surges of Covid-19, many people are voluntarily taking up safety precautions again. Guest: Raji Sohal interviewed Dr. Brenda Hardie. Ch7: Pacific Wild, the group challenging the BC government's wolf cull, has lost the battle in court.  Guest: Rebeka Breder, Animal rights lawyer and legal counsel for Pacific Wild

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: New wildfires spark near-recovering Lytton forcing more evacuations, B.C. approves Surrey-Langley SkyTrain set for 2028 & New IPSOS poll calls Canadian airports a national embarrassment!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 63:20


New wildfire near still-recovering Lytton, B.C. may have destroyed structures Lytton B.C. is dealing yet another wildfire as the village is still in recovery mode from the Summer 2021. We check in with John Haugen, Deputy Chief of the Lytton First Nation who describes the situation in the Fraser Canyon.  B.C. approves Surrey-Langley SkyTrain which is set to be completed by 2028 with a price tag of $4 billion Anita Huberman, CEO of Surrey Board of Trade discusses the need for more transit options within the city of Surrey  New IPSOS poll says Canadian airports a national embarrassment! Sean Simpson, Senior Vice President of IPSOS describes how Canadians are feeling about the current state of airports across the country.  Seniors around Vancouver are being tricked by scammers pretending to be police Sgt Steve Addison, VPD Media Relations describes a new scam targeting seniors throughout Metro Vancouver where fraudsters pretend to be police and say that a family member of the fraud victim has been arrested.  The Wrap: Do You enjoy travelling out of Canadians airports? What are your thoughts on Vancouver's 'Van City' nickname? On The Wrap this week Leah Holiove, TV Reporter and Radio Host Sarah Daniels, real estate agent in South Surrey; author and broadcaster Topics New IPSOS poll - Canadian airports a national embarrassment! What are your favourite city nicknames and where does 'Van City' rank on that list? 

The Lynda Steele Show
B.C. approves Surrey-Langley SkyTrain which is set to be completed by 2028 with a price tag of $4 billion

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 15:31


Anita Huberman, CEO of Surrey Board of Trade discusses the need for more transit options within the city of Surrey 

The Lynda Steele Show
Surrey businesses are struggling due to high operation costs

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 8:37


Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade discusses just how thriving the City of Surrey is 

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: Victoria renames 'Trutch Street' and New West drops 'Royal City' moniker, European travel hotspots to start charging tourists an entry fee & The Great Mustard Shortage of 2022

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 54:14


Victoria renames Trutch Street and New Westminster drops 'Royal City' moniker: Does changing street names push towards reconciliation? Breen Ouelette, Breen Ouellette, is a Vancouver-based lawyer, of Metis descent, and a Former election candidate for the federal NDP helps make sense of name changes as a means towards reconciliation. European travel destinations to clapback against tourists to combat overtourism: Some European cities set to charge tourists a fee upon entry Claire Newell, CEO Travel Best Bets breaks down why Venice and other European travel hotspots are set to charge tourists to enter their cities, starting January 2023  The Great Mustard Shortage of 2022 The next time you're doing some grocery shopping you might discover mustard is in short supply! As it turns out, this is a global issue right now – The Great Mustard Shortage of 2022. Our show contributor Jawn Jang has more The probability of being killed from space debris falling from the sky Dr Michael Byers, Professor & Canada Research Chair at UBC and Co-Director, Outer Space Institute describes how likely it is to be hit by space debris  Surrey businesses are struggling due to high operation costs Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade discusses just how thriving the City of Surrey is 

Mornings with Simi
Those who listen, Emergency alerts & the repeat offender issue

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 30:23


Ch1: Extraverts are highly sociable — they really care about their relationships, and possess outstanding social skills. Well, that's how extraverts are generally portrayed. But, according to new work, that's not exactly how other people see them. Guest: Hanne Collins, Doctoral Student, Organizational Behavior at Harvard Business School. Ch2: The Surrey Board of Trade is not happy with the way the BC Government is setting out to pursue and address the issues repeat offenders are causing businesses. Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade. Ch3: People in British Columbia will soon get alerts on their phones when a forest fire or a catastrophic flood might threaten their home and force them to evacuate. Guest: Barbara Roden, Mayor of the Village of Ashcroft Ch4: Some disappointing job numbers for B-C today.  After an 8-month streak of gains, April say the provincial economy lose 2000 jobs, and the unemployment rate went from 5.1% in March to 5.4% in April. Guest:  Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Employment and Jobs/Economic Recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: Canada set to remove pre-arrival COVID-19 testing for travelers, analyzing Vancouver's mayoral race and B.C. set to move to permanent daylight savings time

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 41:58


Canada poised to end pre-arrival COVID-19 testing for travelers Anita Huberman, President of the Surrey Board of Trade helps make sense of the soon-to-be removed pre-arrival covid testing for those entering Canada.  Inflation, affordability and uncertainty  Michael Levy, CKNW Business Analyst discusses rising inflations costs  Vancouver mayoral race becoming even more crowded Frances Bula, City Politics & Urban Affairs Contributor for The Globe & Mail breaks down the current state of Vancouver's mayoral race  BC to move to permanent daylight time once US House approves its own bill Michael Antle, Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary and the Vice-President of the Canadian Society for Chronobiology.

The Lynda Steele Show
Canada poised to end pre-arrival COVID-19 testing for travelers

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 7:06


Anita Huberman, President of the Surrey Board of Trade helps make sense of the soon-to-be removed pre-arrival covid testing for those entering Canada. 

Mornings with Simi
Cracking down on converters, Bringing up the minimum wage & Crime in Chinatown

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 35:18


Ch1: The B.C. government will now be requiring registered metal dealers to report each catalytic converter transaction, including information about the seller, to police on the day of sale. Guest:  Steve Fletcher, Managing director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada Ch2: British Columbia's minimum wage is the highest in the country and it is about to go even higher. Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade. Ch3: The Chinese Cultural Centre was in shock as a block of broken windows is what greeted them Monday morning. Broken windows have become a recurring theme in Vancouver, and it's not difficult to find a business that has been targeted. Guest: Fred Kwok, Chinese Cultural Center board chair. Ch4: The province is over ruling the City of Vancouver's decision to cut funding from the Vancouver Police Department from last year. Guest: Sarah Kirby-Yung, Vancouver City Councillor. Ch5: While society-at-large may be slow to understand the drug crisis in BC, police are faced with the reality on a daily basis. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: B.C.'s coroners report says safe drug supply is urgently needed, a look at tomorrow's COVID-19 briefing - What mandates may be dropped? Plus, the latest on the situation in Ukraine as Russia's invasion continues

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 54:05


Safer drug supply needed to prevent illicit drug deaths, says new B.C. coroner's report Michael Egilson, Death Review Panel Chair, Office of the Chief Coroner joins the show to discuss the findings of B.C.'s coroners report  What is the right approach to handling the Downtown Eastside? Garth Mullins, Host of the Crackdown Podcast about Drugs and Drug Policy / Drug-User Activist gives us his thoughts on illicit drug issues in Vancouver.  Previewing tomorrow's COVID-19 briefing and what changes can we expect? Keith Baldrey, Global BC's Legislative Bureau Chief previews which COVID-19 mandates may be repealed as the province is set to make the announcement tomorrow. Plus, your calls on whether or not you think it's the right time to lift mandates.  Surrey Board of Trade believes the province can do more to help drivers save money at the pumps  Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade says the province needs to do more to help drivers with gas prices hitting $2,14.9/litre  The latest in Ukraine + Russian aggression Nathan VanderKlippe, Globe + Mail Correspondent in Bucharest, Romania gives us the latest on the situation in Ukraine.   

The Lynda Steele Show
Surrey Board of Trade believes the province can do more to help drivers save money at the pumps

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 10:00


 Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade says the province needs to do more to help drivers with gas prices hitting $2,14.9/litre 

Mornings with Simi
Hacking Global Affairs, ID'ing a Senator & Businesses and vaccine mandates

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 45:17


Ch.1: The vast majority of truckers in Canada are vaccinated, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday, and won't be impacted by the cross-border vaccine mandate that a so-called ‘freedom convoy' is driving to Ottawa to protest. Guest: Lori Turnbull, director of the School of Public Administration at Dalhousie University Ch.2: Global Affairs Canada is scrambling to recover after a multi-day network disruption that security and government sources describe as a “cyber attack.” Guest:  Mercedes Stephenson, Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of the Westblock. Ch.3: Can you identify a senator in Canada? If you can, good for you, you're better than most British Columbians. Guest: Mario Canseco, President, Research Co. Ch.4: Business groups are urging Prime Minister Trudeau to delay vaccine mandate for cross border truckers Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade. Ch.5: We're diving back into our conversation about the province ending free hospital parking. You've had a lot to say about it! Guest: Raji Sohal, Mornings with Simi Contributor Ch.6: The Vancouver Canucks have named the first female assistant general manager in the team's history. Guest: Brianna Waldman, Faculty instructor with Camosun College's Sport Management Program.

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show: The province announces a new order to restrict gas to 30 litres per visit - How are you feeling about the ration? PCR test requirements dropped for 3 day trips across the border and more on the state of Abbotsford in the aftermath of the #B

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 51:26


Provincial response to floods wasn't fast enough, Abbotsford MLA says  Mike de Jong, MLA for Abbotsford West, sounds the alarm on the lack of proper warning given to the residents hit by the #BCFlood PCR test requirements dropped for 72 hour trips to US: does that move go far enough? Anita Huberman, President and CEO, Surrey Board of Trade, says more changes are still necessary  B.C. floods: why Highway 3 will soon become a crucial transport route of national importance  Dave Earle, President and CEO of BC Trucking Association joins the show. Plus, your calls on the BREAKING NEWS - British Columbia is set to ration gasoline BREAKING: New emergency order restricts gas purchases to 30 litres per visit in Metro Vancouver Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy joins us to discuss what this means for those caught up in the #BCFlood zones  BREAKING: New emergency order restricts gas purchases to 30 litres per visit in Metro Vancouver To break it all down is Richard Zussman, Global News Reporter at the BC Legislature. Plus, more of your calls! 

The Lynda Steele Show
PCR test requirements dropped for 72 hour trips to US: does that move go far enough?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 6:34


Anita Huberman, President and CEO, Surrey Board of Trade, says more changes are still necessary 

Mornings with Simi
Cooling off periods in real estate, $100 million donation to the Art Gallery & Giant potatoes

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 42:31


Ch.1: Defence Minister Anita Anand says while the timeline for precisely when military sexual misconduct cases will be handed over to civilians isn't yet settled, she wants to move quickly on the recommendation to do so — as well as on the to-do list she has for the new role. Anand announced on Thursday  that she has “accepted in full” a recommendation from former Supreme Court of Canada justice Louise Arbour that civilians, and not military investigators, should handle military sexual misconduct cases. Arbour was appointed in the spring to lead an external review into how best to fix the issue, described by experts as an existential “crisis” for the military. Guest:  Amanda Connolly, Amanda Connolly, Global National Political Journalist. Ch.2: A couple in New Zealand may have grown the world's largest potato. How did this mutant potato come about? Guest:  Duane Falk, Professor Emeritus at Guelph University. Ch.3: The British Columbia government is attempting to once again cool the province's red hot real estate market. The province is set to introduce legislation in 2022 requiring cooling-off periods for resale properties and newly built homes. This change will be similar to the cooling-off periods already in place for pre-construction sales. Cooling off periods are limited periods of time where a buyer can change their mind and cancel the purchase with no, or diminished, legal consequences. Guest: Adil Dinani, Founder & Principal of Dinani Group Real Estate Advisors. Ch.4: After capturing a vital point in a 1-1 road draw at Los Angeles FC, Vancouver Whitecaps FC are set for a Decision Day clash against Cascadia rivals Seattle Sounders FC this Sunday, Nov. 7, at BC Place. With a win or a draw, the 'Caps would clinch their first Audi MLS Cup Playoffs berth since 2017. Guest: Vanni Sartini, Acting head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps. Ch.5: The Vancouver Art Gallery received the largest single cash gift to an art gallery in Canadian history on Thursday. The gallery received $100 million from the Audain Foundation to support the creation of a new building in downtown Vancouver. The new Vancouver Art Gallery at the Chan Centre for the Visual Arts is described as a “multi-functional art centre and community space.” Guest: Anthony Kiendl, CEO and Director of the Vancouver Art Gallery. Ch.6: RCMP say 27 charges have been laid against six people following an investigation into the Brothers Keepers gang in Metro Vancouver. A three-year investigation netted more than 11 kilograms of drugs, including meth, fentanyl and cocaine, as well as drug-making equipment and precursor chemicals used in the production and processing of synthetic drugs, police said Thursday. Guest: Kim Bolan, Crime Reporter for the Vancouver Sun Ch.7: It was a busy evening on Nov. 4 for the Surrey Board of Trade as they held their annual Surrey Business Excellence awards. It's actually been a busy year for the SBOT, as President and CEO Anita Huberman has continued to lead businesses in one of the largest cities in BC throughout the pandemic. You've heard Anita several times on our show this year giving her comments on vaccine mandates, getting help for Surrey businesses, the Surrey Police transition, and etc. Guest:  Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade.

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The Full Show: Surrey School District WILL NOT mandate COVID vaccinations for staff, Reports Metro Vancouver's living wage rises and why police chiefs are concerned as B.C. plans to move to decriminalize illicit drug possession

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 48:58


B.C.'s biggest school district, Surrey, will not be mandating COVID vaccines for staff Terry Allen, Vice-Chair of the Surrey Board of Education joins with more on the decision in Surrey to not enforce COVID vaccinations for staff.  Living wage in Metro Vancouver is now $20.52, report says Should the minimum wage in Metro Vancouver also be increased to reflect the change in living wage? We discuss with Anastasia French, organizer with Living Wage for Families B.C. Plus, your calls!  Police Chiefs concerned as B.C. moves to decriminalize recreational drug possession What will the police be able to charge you with if you're found with illicit drugs? Dep Chief Fiona Wilson, BC Association Of Chiefs of Police, provides the answers.  New Westminster had highest rate of death per capita during June ‘heat dome', new stats show With more, we check in with Patrick Johnstone, New Westminster City Councillor With more, we check in with Patrick Johnstone, New Westminster City Councillor Our show contributor Jawn Jang explains just how much British Columbians are spending on sports betting.

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B.C.'s biggest school district, Surrey, will not be mandating COVID vaccines for staff

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 7:20


Terry Allen, Vice-Chair of the Surrey Board of Education joins with more on the decision in Surrey to not enforce COVID vaccinations for staff. 

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The Full Show: Vancouver city council squashes parking permit plan, The Jas Johal Show Political Panel, Is it worth owning a car in Vancouver?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 64:35


Vancouver city council axes city-wide parking permit plan What happened to Vancouver city council's parking permit proposal? Vancouver city Councillor Pete Fry explains what happens.  What steps can municipalities take to address the climate crisis? How can more municipalities step up to address the climate crisis? Hear from the Mayor of Port Coquitlam, Brad West  The Jas Johal Show Political Panel This weeks panelists - Sandy Garossino, Former Crown prosecutor, Columnist with the National Observer Stephen Smart - Western Canada General Manager for Hill and Knowlton Strategies, Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC and Former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C. Should federal pandemic supports for businesses be extended beyond the Oct. 23 deadline? Should pandemic relief come to an end? Listen to Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade Roundtable: is it worth owning a car in Vancouver anymore? Hear from the members of the Jas Johal Show as to whether or not they think it's worth it to own a vehicle while living in Vancouver Expert says the number of Canadians buying electric vehicles and the increased interest in fighting climate change is linked CKNW contributor Jawn Jang looks at the popularity of electric vehicles within Canada 

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Should federal pandemic supports for businesses be extended beyond the Oct. 23 deadline?

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 8:48


Should pandemic relief come to an end? Listen to Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade

Mornings with Simi
Debate time, Getting ready for vaccine passports & Where and when to vote

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 36:33


Ch.1: The Debate Broadcast Group today announced the themes and format of this Wednesday's French-language federal leaders' debate. Guest: David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent Ch.2: With the details of BC's vaccine cards released yesterday, how are some businesses getting ready for the new system to be implemented? Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO, Surrey Board of Trade. Ch.3: With vaccine passports coming, how will the hotel industry deal with international travelers? Guest: Ingrid Jarrett, President, and CEO of BC Hotel Association. Ch.4: We all know we can vote in-person at ballot boxes across BC on September 20 but you also talked to Elections Canada about the other ways we can cast our votes too. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor

Mornings with Simi
Mandatory vaccinations and the election, No love for a new tunnel & Helping families stuck in Afghanistan

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 51:34


Ch.1: Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies for some sectors and public spaces are quickly emerging as one of the key proposals being put to Canadian voters during the first week of the federal election. Guest: Amanda Connolly, Global News Political Reporter. Ch.2: There is a smell in Vancouver that has nothing to do with wildfire smoke.  The ‘corpse flower' has once again bloomed at the Bloedel conservatory. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Ch.3: Annamie Paul is on the campaign trail sharing her vision for Canada. Guest:  Annamie Paul, Federal Green Party Leader of Canada. Ch.4: Well, not everyone was pleased with the announcement of the new Massey tunnel replacement. Guest: Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade. Ch.5: Our question of the day this morning is what do you think is causing the labour shortage that is impacting local businesses in BC? Guest: Jeff Guignard, Executive Director, ABLE BC Ch.6: Introducing CKNW's newest talk show host! Guest: Jas Johal, The Jas Johal Show on CKNW Ch.7: The news, images, and stories this week coming from Kabul, Afghanistan have been heartbreaking, to say the least especially for those with ties to the now Taliban-controlled country. Guest: Ahmad Rehimi,  President of the Burnaby-based Afghan Canadian Association of BC.

Mornings with Simi
Setting up your will, Abuse at the Surrey BOT & Overloaded with drunk drivers

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 39:50


Chapter 1: Angus Reid poll shows BC residents have lowest numbers of active wills compared to other provinces. Pandemic made that number go up, especially for parents of little ones.  Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Chapter 2: New York City will become the first major U.S. city to require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for customers and staff at restaurants, gyms and other indoor businesses as the country enters a new phase of battling the highly contagious Delta variant. Guest:  Anita Huberman, CEO of Surrey Board of Trade. Chapter 3: The Surrey Police Service says it's aiming to have so-called 'boots on the ground' by the end of November at the latest.  Chief Norm Lipinski says a group of 50 officers will be deployed alongside members of the Surrey RCMP on or before November 30th. Guest: Janet Brown, CKNW Senior Reporter. Chapter 4: Police in Victoria B.C. nabbed 24 impaired drivers at roadblocks over the long weekend. Guest: Grant Gott-getreu, forensic consultant and retired police corporal Chapter 5: Today all vaccine clinics in BC will be open for walk-in appointments.  The “Walk In Wednesday” campaign is part of the province's “Vax for BC” program to get as many British Columbians as possible vaccinated against COVID-19. Guest: Adrian Dix, BC Health Minister

Coastal Front
Get to Know Surrey with Anita Huberman

Coastal Front

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 50:54


With over a decade of knowledge and lived experience as the CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade, Anita Huberman is the best source of information if you want the inside scoop on the fastest growing municipality in BC. Anita was not shy about discussing unpopular topics nor giving her honest opinion. Together we dive into the problems in Surrey with infrastructure, policing, and why cannabis, while legal in Canada, is still illegal in Surrey.   Follow Coastal Front —

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The Full Show Podcast - May 4th, 2021: Violence escalating further| Should we vaccinate all Surrey residents?| NACI adding to vaccine hesitancy & more!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 49:46


The Full Show Podcast -  May 4th, 2021: Violence escalating further| Should we vaccinate all Surrey residents?| NACI adding to vaccine hesitancy & more! Top stories today:   Now, a shooting in a mall? What's happening? Willowbrook Mall was essentially in lockdown for a short period of time yesterday, after another apparent targeted gang-hit.    Vaccinating all of Surrey This is the call from CEO of Surrey Board of Trade, Anita Huberman. Good idea?    NACI vaccine hesitancy NACI has offered some messaging around COVID vaccines that is sure to upset a lot of people who received the AZ vaccine. Much more in the full episode! _____________   NAVIGATE THE PODCAST:  Chapter 1 Former VPD Superintendent on gang violence across lower mainland His name is Andy Hobbs, and he led the creation of a VPD gang task force. He also served for over 35 years.    Chapter 2 A plea to vaccinate all Surrey residents That's right, not just frontline workers. Everyone!    Is this the right move, with vaccine supply increasing?    Chapter 3 NACI adding to COVID-19 confusion around vaccines Imagine getting the AstraZeneca vaccine, because you were told the best vaccine is the one offered to you. And then, hearing from a health authority that it might not have been the best vaccine. We hear from Alex Shiff, who is an expert on crisis communication with Navigator, their Senior Consultant.   Chapter 4 How we're losing the battle against gangs in the Lower Mainland More violence. More incidents where the public is literally caught in the crossfire.    What can be done? We talk to Karen Sidhu, who knows about this all too well. She's the Executive Director of the Surrey Crime Prevention Society _____________   Remember to wash your hands, practice physical distancing, and stay home at all costs if you are sick. We're not out of the woods yet!    The Lynda Steele Full Show podcast includes all the individual segments that can be found on the Lynda Steele Show page, digitally stitched together for your convenience.    Listen live online at globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/ 3-6 PM!

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The Full Show Podcast - September 10th, 2020: Back to school today!| BC Election talks getting more curious| Tipping, do you? & more!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 87:08


Today's highlights:  Back to school How'd it go? We talk to a teacher who is all in, and a student who is in doubt.  BC Election drawing closer?  Does the pandemic mean prime time for an election? John Horgan's comments can be interpreted in many ways, but most are signalling it means an election is coming soon.  Service industry tipping, do you? Should it be the norm? Should we.. abolish tipping altogether?    NAVIGATE THE PODCAST:  Chapter 1 Back to school begins today!  We start with Stephen Price, a teacher and education expert.  Then we talk to a young student who doesn't really agree with going back to school.  Chapter 2 Housing first. What is it, why is it working, and why isn't it implemented here? Amir spoke with Sam Tsemberis, the man who invented housing first, a very logical approach to dealing with homeless populations, globally. It has drastically cut down the rate of homelessness in Finland, so why not here?  Chapter 3 Political Panel: Ferry in an election? Chapter 4 The interim Green Party leaders thoughts on an early election Adam Olsen is the interim Green Party leader. What does he think of these hints at an upcoming provincial election?  Chapter 5 Tipping, do you? Or should we abolish it altogether?  The team chats and we take your calls.  Chapter 6 Surrey Board of Trade responds to updated COVID-19 restrictions We chat with Surrey Board of Trade CEO Anita Huberman.  Chapter 7  Truck disgustingly vandalized in Victoria We talk to the truck owners son, Jonathan Vidalin. ___________   Remember to wash your hands, practice physical distancing, and stay home at all costs if you are sick. We're not out of the woods yet!    The Lynda Steele Full Show podcast includes all the individual segments that can be found on the Lynda Steele Show page, digitally stitched together for your convenience.    Listen live online at globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/ 3-6 PM! Connect with us on Twitter: Lynda Steele - @steeletalk Alan Regan - @Alan_Regan Eric Chapman - @Chapappay Amir Ali - @AmirsDoingItAll

The Lynda Steele Show
Surrey Board of Trade responds to concerns around new COVID-19 restrictions

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 8:03


We chat with Surrey Board of Trade CEO Anita Huberman. 

The Lynda Steele Show
The Full Show Podcast: August 7th, 2020: One on one with Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum and response from Surrey Board of Trade| A 26 year old critical with COVID-19 & more!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020 65:52


Mayor Doug McCallum He's someone we've been trying to connect with for ages, and today we finally get him on for a live chat with Lynda Steele. Surrey Board of Trade A little while after our chat with Doug McCallum, we connect with Anita Huberman CEO of Surrey Board of Trade who has been critical of the Surrey Municipal Approach.  Vincent Li Vincent is a 26 year old professional personal trainer and mixed martial artist. And he was struck so hard by COVID-19 that he had to be put into a medically induced coma. He shares his story.  Navigate the Podcast:  Chapter 1  One on one with Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum After concerns raised about the Surrey Police Service's budget, we finally have a chance to hear from the Surrey Mayor himself, who joins us.  Chapter 2 BC Tech company and the greater good  A lot of families are struggling with the cost of well, everything. For those who need some support when it comes to technology, especially as back to school approaches, one local company has partnered with London Drugs to help out.   Chapter 3 What's the Governor General up to?  Julie Payette has been in the news for all the wrong reasons lately.  We chat with Political Scientist David Moscrop about what's been going on. Chapter 4 Revisiting our chat with Surrey Mayor with Surrey Board of Trade Anita Huberman, the CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade has raised her own concerns regarding the Surrey Police Service. She joins us to reflect on our chat with Doug McCallum.  Chapter 5 New drug charge data raising concern VPD has long been insistent that systemic racism is not a problem. But with new data released on drug charges, questions are being asked again.  We chat with Harsha Walia - Executive Director of the BC Civil Liberties Association Chapter 6 Bike sales are through the roof in BC! What's driving this incredible spike in bike sales in the Province and in Metro Vancouver? Eric caught up with the owner of a local bike shop to find the answer.  Chapter 7 We talk to a young man who suffered from critical a COVID-19 illness Imagine being put into an induced coma for 3 weeks because of COVID-19. That's Vincent Li's story, who joins us today to talk about his experience.  He's a professional trainer and mixed martial artist.  Chapter 8 The Monsoon Festival: Being a comedian during COVID-19 Sunee Dhaliwal joins us to talk about being a comedian during the era of Covid, as well as being a brown comic in the Vancouver Comedy scene.  __________   Remember to wash your hands, practice physical distancing, and stay home at all costs if you are sick. We're not out of the woods yet!    The Lynda Steele Full Show podcast includes all the individual segments that can be found on the Lynda Steele Show page, digitally stitched together for your convenience.    Listen live online at globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/ 3-6 PM!

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Revisiting our chat with Surrey Mayor with Surrey Board of Trade

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 9:29


Anita Huberman, the CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade has raised her own concerns regarding the Surrey Police Service. She joins us to reflect on our chat with Doug McCallum.

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The Full Show Podcast July 23rd, 2020 - WE Charity| Decriminalization of drugs| Seattle KRAKEN!| Startling new seismic science & more!

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 69:15


The Full Show Podcast July 23rd, 2020 - WE Charity| Decriminalization of drugs| Seattle KRAKEN!| Startling new seismic science & more! Highlights:   WE chat about the WE charity again today from a new angle. Apparently lots of people on social media are coming to the defense of Finance Minister Bill Morneau. #IStandWitHBillMorneau     Premier Horgan said that he sent a letter to the PM in regards to decriminalization. We talk to the interim head of the Green Party about this.    The 32nd NHL team based in Seattle, now has their official new name!   Seismic activity in a pandemic world. Has the Earth gone.. Quiet?  Navigate the podcast:  Chapter 1 WE Charity and the Liberals are in this together Another day, and another angle on the WE Charity scandal. This time, people are actually coming to the defense of the Finance Minister.  We then hear from the BC Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Kris Sims.  Chapter 2 Surrey Board of Trade looking for a tax review Yesterday we spoke to a Surrey forestry company about their crazy property tax hike.  Today we chat with CEO of Surrey Board of Trade Anita Huberman, who is looking for a tax review.    Chapter 3   The Political Panel: WE Charity & COVID-19 safety   Our original duo is reunited, and it feels so good. Stephen Smart and Sandy Garossino are back for this edition of the political panel.  Sandy is Former Crown prosecutor  Columnist with the National Observer Stephen is Western Canada General Manager for Hill and Knowlton Strategies. Former Legislative Bureau Chief for CBC. Former Press Secretary to the Premier of B.C. Chapter 4 More voices highlighting the need for decriminalization  We chat with the interim leader of the Green Party, Adam Olsen, who is joining the group of voices calling for decriminalization. Chapter 5 Mother of son who was lost to overdose crisis speaks out Another voice - a vital one, joins us to echo the sentiments that decriminalization is truly necessary.  Her name is Leslie McBain, Mother with Moms Stop the Harm, lost her son to opioid addiction after he got a prescription for a back injury he acquired at work.  Chapter 6 INTRODUCING: The Seattle Kraken! That's right, the newest and 32nd NHL team is now known as the NHL Kraken.  We chat with Global BC's Sports Director and Anchor Squire Barnes.  Chapter 7 The impact COVID-19 has had on seismic activity This is some truly fascinating science. Seismometers at seismic stations all around the world have been greatly subdued.