Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Adam discusses a recent random stranger attack downtown.  A suspect has been arrested after a cyclist was stabbed and a series of offences were committed at a downtown childcare facility. We listen to some of a recent Langford town hall

Adam spoke with Dave Korzinski, Research Director, Angus Reid Institute New data reveals gap in enthusiasm between Liberal and Conservative voters New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds the Conservatives maintain a significant advantage in both sheer vote intent numbers as well as motivation. Just nine per cent of would-be voters say they support the Liberal party for what it stan...

During hour 4 Adam engages with listeners during open lines. Through calls and texts listeners weigh in on overnight camping in parks, the emergencies act, propaganda and more

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland says the federal government will appeal the Federal Court decision declaring the use of Emergencies Act in 2022 unreasonable This and more top stories during Victoria News at Noon. Top news in under 10 minutes.

News breaks that the Federal Court has ruled the Emergencies Act invocation to shut down protests in Ottawa in 2022 was 'not justified'  Listeners weighed in on this and other issues during open lines.  

We listen to a conversation with the chair of the CDR Regional Water Supply Commission, discussing development cost charges in relation to the CRD’s Water Supply Master Plan. Adam spoke with Dave Korzinski, Research Director, Angus Reid Institute New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds the Conservatives maintain a significant advantage in both sheer vote intent numbers as well as m...

Discussions on Pacific FC in Langford, and the possibility of an expansion for Starlight Stadium.

Continued discussions on the City of Victoria purchasing two lots on Blanshard Street, with plans for a new park. Adam engages with listeners during open lines. Through calls and texts listeners weigh in on the Blanshard Street park plans, Pacific FC and more

Canada will be reducing international student permits by 35%. This and more top stories during Victoria News at Noon  

During hour 3 Adam he discussed the City of Victoria's plan for a new Downtown Park. During open lines listeners voiced their concerns that the park will not add vibrancy to downtown

Adam discusses whether an economic analysis was done regarding the CRD’s $2 billion water plan. We hear a statement from the city of Langford regarding Pacific FC.

Discussions on the CRD’s water plan.  Many questions have been raised regarding this plan. Was it adopted too quickly? We hear concerns that have been raised regarding this plan such as inconsistencies, Development Cost Charges and more. Have the impacts on housing supply and construction projects been explored?  Listeners weigh in on this issue during open lines

  Adam speaks with Mario Canseco, President, Research Co. A new Research Co. poll has found more than half of British Columbians question whether the new goal of the Zero-Emission Vehicles Act will ultimately be met.

  Adam speaks with Ken Peacock, chief economist, Business Council of B.C. If we want to truly electrify everything, could our current system handle it? During peak demand, FortisBC's natural gas system delivered double the energy of BC Hydro.

Adam spoke with listeners through calls and texts during open lines. Listeners passionately voiced their opinions on electric vehicles, decarbonization, drug addiction, homelessness and more

BC Centre for Disease Control says 4 BC Children have died during a spike in strep A infections. This and more top stories during Victoria News at Noon

What does decarbonization actually mean? Adam speaks with Ken Peacock, chief economist, Business Council of B.C. If we want to truly electrify everything, could our current system handle it? During peak demand, FortisBC's natural gas system delivered double the energy of BC Hydro.   Poll finds: British Columbians Skeptical About Move to “Zero Emission” Cars Adam speaks with Mario Canseco, Presiden...

Continued discussions on how residents of Greater Victoria handled the winter slushy weather.  We also hear about the people who keep our roads clear, and issues they face. Listeners voice their opinions during open lines. We hear about an interesting moment from Langford city council's recent meet and greet 

During hour 1 with Adam Stirling we hear a recap of top issues of the week, including the wet slushy weather that hit Greater Victoria

During hour 4 listeners voice their opinions during open lines. Through calls and text listeners weigh in on municipal governance, the CRD water plan, housing affordability, Langford City Council meet and greet and more. We hear a few firsthand accounts of residents who attended the Langford City council meet and greet.  

Adam speaks with Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers They discuss some interesting legal cases including: The alleged mistreatment of pigs not a defence for protesters breaking into a barn Selling a house and giving all the proceeds to one child before passing away challenged $103,000 award for a side tackle in a recreational soccer game upheld on appeal

Victoria News at Noon - January 18, 2024 Another snowfall warning has been issued for Greater Victoria, this and more top stories in under 10 minutes 

Is there an economic analysis for the CRD’s Water Development Plan? Adam spoke with Casey Edge, executive director of the Victoria Residential Builders’ Association (VRBA) What impact would this plan have on housing in our region?  Development cost charges could potentially rise, and Casey believes we could see significantly high mortgage rates long term   Listeners have their chance to voice thei...

Adam spoke with Casey Edge, executive director of the Victoria Residential Builders’ Association (VRBA) What impact would this plan have on housing in our region?  Development cost charges could potentially rise, and Casey believes we could see significantly high mortgage rates long term

Park redevelopment plan could take away more off leash space for dogs Adam speaks with Eulala Mills CRD Dogg Society. We hear about plans to redevelop Fowler Park that would take away off leash dog space   Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers They discuss some interesting legal cases including: The alleged mistreatment of pigs not a defence for protesters breaking...