Adam Stirling: The Podcast

We kick off the hour with Open Lines covering  today's topics, then we discuss a new study that suggests low levels of THC doesn't increase your risk of getting into a motor vehicle incident. 

The Federal Government is expected to make it's decision on the future of the Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion soon. 

Dr. Jeffrey Brubacher, associate professor in UBC's department of emergency medicine - says the findings apply to THC levels of less than five nano-grams per millilitre of blood.

Natalie Ban, marine conservation scientist, School of Environmental Studies, UVic - Earlier in May 2019, the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services released its first comprehensive scientific report on the global biodiversity crisis, highlighting that one million species are threatened—and urgent action is required

Geoff Sing, Manager of Brain Injury Services, The Cridge Centre for the Family -  Survive Strive Thrive 2019: Brain Injury, Mental Health, & Addiction a free one-day annual conference, held in conjunction with Brain Injury Awareness month. When: Wed, 19 June 2019, 8:00am to 4:00pm Where: University of Victoria, Bob Wright Rm 150

Stewart Muir, Executive Director of Resource Works - Sponsored by Resource Works, the survey found 60 per cent of British Columbians support the project, while only 29 per cent oppose it. The survey of more than 800 people from across the province conducted June 10 – 14 asked “Do you personally support or oppose the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project, which involves building a s...

Political-Analysis w/ Ron Cheffins + Open lines on whatever is on your mind

B.C. teachers’ fear a deal might not be reached, leading to another strike + a record high on bear encounters in the province. 

How Jane Philpott will do in Markham-Stouffville + A look at Six National Party Preference and Leadership Polls. 

The conservation service has issued a warning: lock up your garbage and other animal attractants. We hear from Michael Badry of B.C. Parks and Conservation Officer Service.

The expiration of the teachers’ contract is near, and that means a strike could occur. We hear from the President of the Greater Victoria Teachers' Association, Jason Gammon. 

Discussing Victoria council, taxpayer funded lunches + taking your calls

A report was presented yesterday that recommends a single-payer pharmacare plan for Canada + Discussing Victoria council and catered lunches. 

Victoria is in for a hot summer after breaking a temperature record on Tuesday + Legally Speaking w/ Michael Mulligan. 

We talk renter protections and housing affordability the entire hour with our guests David Hutniak of Landlord BC & Professor Paul Kershaw from the University of British Columbia's School of Population and Public Health.

Discussing public mischief after a fabricated story out of Thetis Lake, a decision on using an electronic device while driving + a murder conviction has been overturned + making an insurance claim. 

According to Environment Canada, the daily high temperature at Victoria Harbour reached 28.4 C, nearly seven degrees above the previous record — 21.7 C — set in 1898. We hear from David Phillips of Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Adam Stirling was joined by the co-chair of the BC Health Coalition, Adrienne Yeung to get her thoughts.

Some people wonder if this could help the rest of the province, including Victoria. We hear from the CEO of Landlord BC, David Hutniak.

Home prices would need to drop by half or salaries would have to double for millennials. Professor Paul Kershaw joined Adam Stirling to talk more about the gap.

Free transit for students in Victoria + open lines on this hop topic

Victoria Regional Transit Commission has voted to give students in Victoria free transit + The federal government is proposing a plastic ban as early as 2021, but where do the plastics go?

A new report on Pharmacare that could change lives for all Canadians + Open lines on whatever is on your mind.

Adam Stirling spoke with University of British Columbia Health Services and Policy Professor, Steve Morgan

Adam Stirling was joined by the spokesperson of Free Transit Victoria, Juliet Watts for an update.