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On BIV Today... Research Co. president Mario Canseco discusses how British Columbians want the government to tackle concerns over money laundering moving forward, according to new polling data. And ahead of next week’s Unbounce Call to Action conference, Unbounce chief technology officer Carl Schmidt discusses the ways AI is being used in marketing and how brands are handling increased press...

On BIV Today... Long-time BIV contributor and SCMP reporter Patrick Blennerhassett (0:54) joins the show from Hong Kong, where he’s in the process of searching for a flat. He goes over the similarities and differences between Hong Kong and Vancouver affordability challenges, and the impact those challenges are having on Hong Kong’s local and business communities. Kirk LaPointe and...

On BIV Today... Tantalus Labs CEO Dan Sutton (1:23) discusses the future of Canada’s medical marijuana industry in a country where recreational cannabis will soon be ubiquitous. Later, he dives into why proposed cannabis delivery services will pose a legal problem for entrepreneurs and customers. Then, Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson (21:51) discusses back-to-school shopping, backlash...

On BIV Today… BIV’s weekly tech panel (0:54) weigh in on Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s woes. Plus: whether DoorDash’s $4 billion valuation is justified, and how artificial intelligence will reshape job markets and skillsets. Progressa CEO Ali Pourdad and Linda Fawcus, founder and CEO of Gluu Technology Society, join the show. Kirk LaPointe and Hayley Woodin host, see more at ...

On BIV Today... The high cost of Internet and mobile services is hitting low-income residents particularly hard, according to a new report from the CRTC. OpenMedia’s Laura Tribe (1:14) discusses how the country’s expensive communications services are preventing some Canadians from accessing basic services. Kirk LaPointe and Tyler Orton host, see more at  https://biv.com/ . See omn...

On BIV Today... Blain Lawson (1:08), CEO of the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch, discusses what we should expect from BC Cannabis Stores and how an organization that specializes in liquor is preparing to manage cannabis distribution come this fall. Kirk LaPointe and Tyler Orton host, see more at  https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Next month, the Vancouver International Film Festival’s Sustainable Production Forum is expanding to recognize leaders who promote excellence in sustainable film production. Jacqueline Dupuis, VIFF’s executive director, discusses the upcoming Sustainable Production Excellence Awards. Then, Peter Anders from the UBC eSports Association explains why next week’s The International Do...

On BIV Today... Walid Hejazi (0:55), an associate professor of economic analysis and policy at the Rotman School of Management, weighs in on the implications of worsening relations between Canada and Saudi Arabia. Then, C.D. Howe Institute fellow-in-residence Dan Ciuriak (17:43) explains how the world became embroiled in trade wars, and explores where trade tensions are likely to lead. Kirk LaPoin...

On BIV Today... BIV’s weekly tech panel (1:17) featuring Progressa CEO Ali Pourdad and Gluu Technology Society CEO Linda Fawcus discuss the latest industry news, including the tech giants’ sudden efforts to purge Alex Jones and Info Wars as well as revelations that Google is still tracking smartphone users’ movements even when they opt out of certain features. And with the upcomi...

On BIV Today... All work, no play? Mike Shekhtman (0:56), a Vancouver-based regional manager with Robert Half Canada, shares how Canadians grade their work-life balance, and what that means for employers. Then, Lucid Meetings co-founder Elise Keith (13:32) discusses how to win at meetings – the topic of her new book, Where the Action is: The Meetings That Make or Break Your Organization . Ki...

On BIV Today... Vancouver-based electric vehicle-maker Electra Meccanica debuted on the Nasdaq this week in a bid to raise US$10 million. CEO Jerry Kroll (1:30) joins BIV Today to discuss plans to produce thousands of these single-passenger vehicles for the global market. See more at  https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today…   Two BC NDP ministers join the show to talk trade and tech.   Bruce Ralston, minister of jobs, trade and technology, and Minister of State for Trade George Chow (1:09) discuss softwood lumber and newsprint tariffs, B.C.’s international trade strategy and the province's economic performance amid Canada-U.S. trade challenges.   Tyler Orton and Hayley Woodin...

On BIV Today… Vancouver’s RYU apparel chain goes global, Purolator introduces Canada’s first mobile quick-stop and Canadian Tire is partnering with Petco. Craig Patterson, editor-in-chief of Retail Insider, discusses the latest retail news. Tantalus Labs founder Dan Sutton explores entertainment and tourism opportunities post-cannabis legalization. Plus: with 70 days until Oct....

On BIV Today… BIV’s weekly tech panel (1:04) looks at Apple’s trillion-dollar success, Facebook’s request for financial data and Airbnb’s value proposition for business travellers. Progressa CEO Ali Pourdad and Gluu Technology Society founder and CEO Linda Fawcus discuss. Amid trade tensions, cannabis and real estate deals have helped bolster Canadian merger and acqu...

On BIV Today... After capping a $62-million financing round this week, Telus Ventures managing director Rich Osborn (17:27) joins the show to discuss his corporate VS fund’s strategy why he’s turning his attention to health-tech and IoT startups. Then, the C.D. Howe Institute’s Daniel Schwanen (1:50) breaks down a new report examining Canada’s lacklustre record attracting f...

On BIV Today…    The Port of Vancouver has handled record container traffic so far this year. Robin Silvester (1:18), president and CEO of the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, examines the challenges facing the port as it looks to expand its capacity. He also touches on protests regarding the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project, his concerns about disappearing industrial lan...

On BIV Today... Retail Insider editor-in-chief Craig Patterson (1:42) breaks down Lululemon’s decision to hire Calvin McDonald, the former head of Sears Canada, as its new CEO. Later, he discusses how the redevelopment of the Canada Post building on Georgia Street is set to transform downtown, the premiers’ efforts to loosen liquor restrictions between provinces and why some businesses...

On BIV Today's special episode... Last week marks the one-year anniversary since the BC NDP formed government through an alliance with the BC Greens. BIV Today is taking a look at the most significant developments for the province since last summer. B.C. Housing Minister Selina Robinson (0:46) talks about her government’s most notable decisions since last summer, from its opposition to the T...

On BIV Today… UBC economics professor Kevin Milligan (1:31) analyzes federal fiscal policy changes that could help Canada attract investments that benefit the economy, without racing to the bottom against U.S. corporate tax cuts. BIV’s weekly tech panel (13:09) discusses Venmo’s privacy gaff, the future of the World Wide Web and B.C.’s ride-hailing delays. Ali Pourdad, CEO...

On BIV Today... Research Co. president Mario Canseco (2:10) offers insight into who is leading the polls in Vancouver’s multi-mayoral election. Later, Relentless Venture Fund’s Brenda Irwin (14:43) discusses landing Vancity as an institutional partner this month and why her organization is pursuing investments in businesses focused on medical technology. See more content at  https...

On BIV Today… British Columbians will be waiting at least one more year until Uber, Lyft and other ride-hailing services can operate on B.C. roads. Dan Hara (1:24), owner of Hara Associates and author of the province's new taxi modernization report, discusses his findings. Deepak Anand (10:21), vice-president of government relations at Cannabis Compliance, analyzes the B.C. government&...

On BIV Today... This week marks the one-year anniversary since the BC NDP formed government through an alliance with the BC Greens. B.C. Housing Minister Selina Robinson (1:39) talks about her government’s most notable decisions since last summer, from its opposition to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion to how it’s tackling the province’s housing crisis. Later, BC Green Party...

On BIV Today…   CPA Canada’s latest survey shows that more than two-thirds of Canadian business leaders believe Canada is less competitive than the U.S. as a place to invest and do business, compared with a year ago. The organization’s chief economist Francis Fong (1:22) examines the business monitor’s results.   Putting a price on environmental risk makes disast...

On BIV Today... This week marks the one-year anniversary since the BC NDP formed government through an alliance with the Greens. Throughout the week BIV Today is taking a look at the most significant developments for the province since last summer. On the latest show, BC Liberal Leader Andrew Wilkinson (1:49) shares his thoughts on where the province’s economy stands right now under the curr...

On BIV Today… Former GE executive Vishal Agarwal (1:41), now chairman and CEO of Full Circle Africa, reveals the real way leaders rise to the top of multinational companies – the focus of his new book,  Give to Get . Destination BC CEO Marsha Walden (16:19) discusses how the organization got to map remote B.C. destinations with Google street-view technology, and how they are capi...