Adam Stirling: The Podcast

Franco Terrazano, Federal Director of Canadian Taxpayers Federation, joins Adam to speak about the federal budget and where it meets and fails expectations. John Alexander, Cox Taylor Lawyers, is able provide expert insight on the laws being purposed to address short term rentals.  

Vancouver Island residents should prepare for various storms hitting the island during the week. Canada calling on Israel to allow humanity aid as the conflict continues in the Middle East. Inflation rates starting to lower but still presents challenges for Canadians. U.S investigators are looking into safety concerns with self-driving cars as more accidents are occurring. Netflix will broadcast t...

Adam shift focus back to the new legislation being purposed to tackle the challenges revolving around short term rental units like AirBnBs. Open Lines are available for listeners to ask questions and voice their thoughts on housing and short-term rentals.

Adam starts the show by acknowledging a positive moment from within the Legislature during a recent session. We examine a segment from Mornings With Ferraby as Marianne Alto, Mayor Of Victoria, speaks about the new legislation addressing short-term rentals. After, Adam recaps the debate among Victoria City Councilors about the public complaint process.

John Treleaven, Grumpy Taxpayer of Greater Victoria Chair, speaks to Adam about a purposed CRD Code of Conduct and how it’s relevant to the current local political landscape. 

Mario Canseco, Research Co. President presents the public reception to the Liberal-NDP Merger and how it could affect the Conservative party.

Chris Gardner, BA President, joins Adam to speak about a bill that aims to address concerns in the construction/development sector. 

Open Lines are available for listeners to chat with Adam on topics covered throughout the show including the state of Downtown Victoria and the housing crisis. 

John Treleaven, Grumpy Taxpayer of Greater Victoria Chair, speaks to Adam about CRD Code of Conduct and how it’s relevant to the current local political landscape. Open Lines continue as listeners share their opinions on local transit strategies and housing.

B.C announces legislation that challenges short term rentals in order to address the housing crisis in the province. B.C ferries under heat from provincial government as delays continue to occur. Tensions are high abroad as the conflict rages on along the Gaza Strip and Israel. Canada continues their attempts to get Canadian citizen out of the Middle East. An Anomia vaccine is currently in develop...

Chris Gardner, BA President, joins Adam to speak about a bill that aims to address concerns in the construction/development sector. Listeners are able to voice their thoughts and concerns with Adam on topics covered on the show including housing and rentals. Mario Canseco, Research Co. President presents the public reception to the Liberal-NDP Merger and how it could affect the Conservative party.

Adam starts the show by commenting upon the current state of downtown Victoria, notably, the on-going crime and disorder. We examine a segment from Mornings with Al Ferraby as Ryan Price fills in and speaks with BC Premier David Eby on B.C Ferries, housing, and healthcare.

Open lines are available for listeners to voice their opinions and insight on topics covered throughout the show including B.C Ferries, illegal substance use in public spaces, and local politics. 

The conversation continues with Open Lines as listeners weigh in on the use of illegal drugs and substances in public spaces such as libraries and playgrounds. Adam also addresses listeners’ concerns with B.C ferries and their reservation system, regularly cancellations, and sold out sailings.

Victoria at Noon Canada intends to work with Egypt to get Canadians out of the Gaza Strip as soon as tomorrow. Canada has also deemed Hamas as a terrorist group. Victoria Police Department addresses how the force is adjusting to ongoing tensions among gathering across the country in response to conflict abroad. BC Ferries sailings continue to cause inconveniences for users. Home prices forecasted...

Listeners are able to voice their thoughts and opinions with Adam on the illegal substances use in publics spaces debate through Text and Open Lines. Adam also commentates on a segment from Mornings With Al Ferraby as Cst. Teri Healy, VicPD, speaks about pedestrian safety.

The show kicks off as Adam commentates upon the recent Victoria City Council meeting as councilors debate illegal substance use in public spaces. Mike Kozakowski from Citified.ca joins Adam to provide his own insight and perspective on use of illegal substances in public spaces and how society may adapt to these policies.

Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor with Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for the weekly Legally Speaking segment as they discuss the Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act and a $10 million award against the province for “misfeasance in public office” in denying approval for a private hydro project. 

Casey Edge, executive director of the Victoria Residential Builders’ Association joins Adam to speak about the B.C government launching a new fund aimed at increasing productivity in the construction sector while improving labour supply, inclusion and retention.

Eulala Mills, CRD DOGG Society Presidents, joins Adam to speak about a survey conducted to determine public reception to changes to local parks regarding off leash pets.  

Listeners are able to voice their thought and opinions on the hot topics of the day including municipal and provincial governments, off leash dogs at local parks, and the City of Langford through both text and open Lines.

Adam engages with listeners about off leash dogs in parks, the tensions in the city of Langford, and concerns with Victoria municipal elections.

Countless refugees are still seeking transportation out of conflict areas. Victoria Jewish community to host prayer for hostages and the injured. B.C Greens celebrate 40 year anniversary. U.S Politician Bernie Sanders to offer support to Canadian NDP party. Canadian researchers publish study about optimizing blood taking methods.

Casey Edge, executive director of the Victoria Residential Builders’ Association joins Adam to speak about the B-C government launching a new fund aimed at increasing productivity in the construction sector while improving labour supply, inclusion and retention. Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor with Mulligan Defence Lawyers joins Adam for the weekly Legally Speaking segment as they disc...

Adam provides an update from CRD Chair Colin Plant regarding parking rates for regional parks, then examines the Victoria City Council’s discussion to address election voting/polling challenges. Eulala Mills, CRD DOGG Society Presidents, joins Adam to speak about a survey conducted to determine public reception to changes to local parks regarding off leash pets.