Political Capital with Rob Shaw

July 10, 2026 - The cost of the Massey tunnel replacement project doubles, creating risk for the BC government. FIFA World Cup matches end in Vancouver, but was it worth the $730 million? And the province retains lawyers to explore suing OpenAI for its role in the Tumbler Ridge tragedy. Plus, in audio extras, a look at declining toxic drug death numbers and an expansion of BC Nurse job action. Hos...

July 3, 2026 - Alberta gets its new oil pipeline, but what does it mean for British Columbia? Plus BC nurses start job action. And the Conservatives shuffle their caucus roles. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

June 26, 2026 - The premier and prime minister face a backlash to their proposal to bailout unsold condos - will they stick with it? The premier heads to China where he wants to visit an EV manufacturer at a time when Canada's auto sector is warning that's a threat. And e-scooters: should they be regulated by the province? Plus, in audio extras, the changing language of the BC Conservatives on Fir...

June 26,  2026 The LAST Political Capital Daily before a summer break. The show returns in September. Today, we talk about PM Mark Carney and Premier David Eby's blame game on a new housing program.  Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legisl...

June 25,  2026 Some municipalities want BC to regulate e-scooters, after serious incidents. But, will it? Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 24,  2026 The PM is back in town for a FIFA game, but with an Alberta pipeline announcement looming why isn't he and the premier making an announcement about BC's position? Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 23,  2026 The BC government launches a new chronic repeat offender crime program, with an acronym that sounds like a Star Wars droid. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 22,  2026 BC prepares for an announcement on the Alberta oil pipeline, and the premier gets ready to travel to China. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 19, 2026 - The prime minister shows up with billions of dollars in new housing money, but is it enough to help when Ontario got more? Angus Reid drops a new poll, and no matter how you slice it it's not good news for the NDP government. And the province considers two new hydroelectric dams. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Can...

June 19,  2026   Prime Minister Mark Carney brings billions in housing funding to British Columbia. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 18,  2026 A new Angus Reid poll shows a huge block of voters undecided about who to support in the next election. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 17,  2026 Premier sells BC's electricity future at FIFA. Debate rages on the Massey tunnel project. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 16,  2026   The long-delayed Massey Tunnel project hits another roadblock. Plus, BC's new energy plan. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 15,  2026 Energy Minister Adrian Dix unveils another big energy plan. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 12, 2026 - A new Angus Reid poll shows BC Premier David Eby's approval rating has dropped to 31% - what does this mean for the NDP? Plus, the federal government is moving to restrict access to social media for youth under 16. Should BC consider implementing its own rules? And U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that he is not looking to renew CUSMA ahead of the July 1 deadline. Host Rob...

June 12,  2026 Awful new polling numbers for Premier David Eby, and the BC governemnt reacts to Ottawa's new social media ban bill for kids. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 11,  2026   Premier David Eby calls US President Donald Trump's stated desire not to renegotiate CUSMA a lame art of the deal. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 10, 2026 New drivers can now get their learner license with an at-home test, but can you cheat it? Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 9, 2026   New ResearchCo poll, unpaid non-resident medical bills and Ottawa's proposed social media ban for kids. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 8, 2026 Oh Monday. How did you arrive so soon? Where did the weekend go? Nonetheless, we have a busy week of BC NDP caucus retreats and strategy sessions to discuss, as well as a first ministers' meeting with the Prime Minister. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C....

June 5, 2026 - Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault but says he'll stay on the job - should the legislature allow that, or change the rules? Plus, new BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's first week in the role. And the messy drama at the Surrey Police Service. Plus our audio extra plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier, Jillian Oliver and A...

June 5, 2026 Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy is charged with sexual assault - should he go on leave, resign, or simply carry on his duties?  Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 4, 2026 The prime minister gets set to unveil a new AI strategy, while the provincial forest minsiters gather in Langford to address the sector's crisis.   Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 3, 2026   Premier David Eby labels BC Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay the "regional manager" of MAGA.  Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.

June 2, 2026 The BC government's new anti-racism plan. New reports on the gender pay gap, and municipal election spending caps. Watch Rob on CHEK TV weeknights.  Read more: www.robshawnews.com  — Political Capital Daily is presented by: BC Tech Association Helijet   Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.