BIV Today

Anyone who’s in the market for a vehicle knows right now how tough it can be to find the right ride for the right price amid semi-conductor shortages and supply chain issues. But over the last few years, an increasing number of online options have emerged among B.C. tech entrepreneurs. Our guest today is the co-founder and CEO of Mintlist, one of the new entrants. Mike Wood joins BIV Today to offe...

The great resignation never quite manifested in Canada the same way it did in the U.S. But our labour markets are incredibly tight and competitive right now, at the same time workers are still navigating this mish-mash of hybrid work models that differ from company to company. So how do large organizations retain their talent in such uncertain times? Jayana Darras, a partner and people culture lea...

Frans Tjallingii, CEO and co-founder of 7Gen, has just raised capital to build his EV-as-a-service company to help fleets convert to electric vehicles. He discusses the challenges for the industry with Kirk LaPointe, BIV publisher and editor-in-chief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shazia Zeb Sobani, vice-president of network implementation at Telus and leader of the company's reconciliation efforts, discusses truth, engagement, connectivity and progress with Hayley Woodin, executive editor of BIV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mario Canseco, president of the public opinion firm Researchco, discusses the accomplishments and challenges of the John Horgan era following the premier’s announcement he is stepping aside. Canseco is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SFU president Joy Johnson in Roe v. Wade, discourse, the university business model, and the future of post-secondary education. She is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gaming giant Activision Blizzard is turning to Vancouver to help support its esports leagues as the increasingly popular gaming tournaments grab global audiences and gamers. Roger Chan, CEO of Vancouver-based Akshon Media, joins BIV Today to discuss the new deal with Activision Blizzard, the rise of esports and how his B.C. digital media firm found its way into a partnership with one of the bigges...

A wide-ranging look at bilateral relations with the UK and the situation in Russia, plus first impressions of Canada from the UK Consul General Tom Codrington. In conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Statistics Canada data on local business outlooks released Wednesday by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade indicate anxiety about labour shortages, inflation, supply chain problems and indebtedness in the near-future. GVBOT president and CEO Bridgitte Anderson discusses the findings with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Slater, FortisBC’s vice president external and Indigenous relations, discusses the company’s commitment to inclusivity and reconciliation in its operations and vision with Chastity David-Alphonse, editor of BIV’s Indigenous business magazine, Mákook pi Sélim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter German was the author of two provincial reports on money laundering before the Cullen commission was launched. He discusses the Cullen report findings and implications with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business advisor Anna Plut and business and wealth manager Andy Wu of Blueshore Financial discuss how the pandemic has affected the commercial real estate sector and investment in the sector, the challenges of inflation and interest rates, and how to successfully navigate them. They are in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Amar Doman assumed ownership of the BC Lions midway last season. He talks about his priorities for the business and where his experienced hand will focus. He is in conversation with Kirk LaPointe, BIV publisher and editor-in-chief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate change and geopolitical uncertainty has alarm bells ringing the world over when it comes to the state of food security, even in a country as resource rich as Canada. But there are B.C. players offering remedies to address how to make farming more sustainable. Lucent BioSciences CEO Michael Riedijk joins BIV Today to discuss a new $19-million project his company in involved with, aimed at h...

Scott Ryan, Australian High Commissioner to Canada, discusses bilateral economic and political relations and his early impressions of this country. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tech sector has been on a tear in recent years. And as unicorn after unicorn has emerged with billion-dollar valuations, the labour market is getting increasingly tight. So how does the sector manage that growth? Communitech CEO Chris Albinson, whose technology hub is best known for supporting startups when it comes from everything from to tapping capital to tapping talent, joins BIV Today to...

This week kicks off the first phase of the Whistler Film Festival’s producers lab, which sees a cohort of Canadian producers fine-tune their skills when it comes to developing scripted features  The goal here is for producers to be able to deliver projects that will garner investor interest to get cameras rolling.  One of this year’s participants is B.C.-based producer Kate G...

Next month marks the official opening of the first permanent home for Vancouver's Ethos Lab. The academy aims to create more opportunities for young people – with a specific focus on underrepresented groups such as girls and Black youths – seeking opportunities within STEAM education (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math). Ethos Lab founder Anthonia Ogun...

Conservative leadership candidate Jean Charest discusses regional and national issues with Glacier Media journalists from across western Canada.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

B.C. is known for having perhaps the most diversified economy among all the province, stretching from energy and lumber exports to its high-growth tech and entertainment sectors. Ken Peacock, chief economist at the Business Council of B.C., joins BIV Today for a deep dive on what’s driving exports in the province and strategies ahead for boosting growth. Tyler Orton hosts.  See omnystud...

Among the sweeping changes brought on by the pandemic was the wave of businesses that had little choice but to go digital, whether it meant launching online sales for the first time or figuring out how to operate remotely. A new report from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) dives into the implications for the businesses that conquer this digital divide vs. those that are keeping things...

Lynn Mueller, the CEO of SHARC Energy, discusses his firm’s technology that draws energy from wastewater. He is in conversation with Kirk LaPointe, BIV publisher and editor in chief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the pandemic upending workplaces across the globe, business leaders are facing an unprecedented era when it comes to collaborating with employees remotely while cultivating a great corporate culture. Mike Watson and Ali Grovue of Vancouver’s Ignite Management Services are the authors of  Rise Up , a new book out this week that delves into the habits leaders must adopt to be effecti...

Influencers – those social media elites with large followings who help big brands connect with consumers – have taken on a whole new importance amid the pandemic after many folks found themselves at home much of the time, checking their iPhones rather than shopping at stores. Last week we saw Vancouver-based Later.com acquired after its new parent company Mavrck, known for specializing...

Jean Charest, former party leader and former Quebec premier, acknowledges he’s the underdog in the Conservative leadership campaign. But he’s comfortable in his skin as he tours the country seeking support. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.