The Jill Bennett Show

The federal government is introducing sweeping new privacy legislation aimed at giving Canadians more control over their data, protecting children's information, and preventing businesses from using AI-powered profiling to charge different prices to different customers. BC Children’s Hospital experts are warning about a sharp rise in e-scooter injuries among children and youth, many of whom are un...

A duo from Saanich are about to embark on one of the toughest and most unconventional races in North America... the Race to Alaska! It's a 1,200-kilometre, engine-free adventure from Victoria to Ketchikan, Alaska, where competitors rely entirely on wind power and human muscle to navigate rugged coastlines, powerful currents and unpredictable weather. Guest: Janice Mason - Competing in the Race to...

This week's stories: - B.C. Woman Guilty of Giving Fentanyl to Cat - Tim Hortons blaming franchisees for lower profits in lawsuit defence. - 12 year old charged with attempted murder after allegedly hitting police officer in stolen car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After years of planning and early construction work, the future of the Fraser River Tunnel Project is suddenly facing new uncertainty. Guest: Dylan Kruger - Delta City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After days of uncertainty in the Middle East, the United States and Iran say they've reached a peace framework that could bring an end to the latest conflict and ease concerns about global energy supplies. Some urban planners say the temporary FIFA changes raise a bigger question: if cities can create safe, walkable, people-friendly streets for major events, why can't they do the same year-round f...

Nine-year-old Nathan Hepburn has a rare and dangerous brain condition that doctors say could eventually cause a catastrophic brain bleed. After treatments in Canada failed, his family turned to a specialist in Germany whose procedure has shown promising results. But despite support from Nathan's medical team, the province has refused to cover the cost, arguing the treatment is experimental and tha...

Guest: Tamara Vidito, craft beer marketer and contributor to the B.C. Ale Trail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Kyla Lee, Lawyer with Acumen Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prime Minister Carney has announced a strategy to overhaul how food gets grown, processed, transported and sold in this country. Vancouver Park Board launches a pilot project that provides detailed accessibility information for some of the city's most popular parks, including Stanley Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, John Hendry Park and New Brighton Park. More on the controversial pilot project allowin...

Guest: Bryan Yu, Associate VP & Chief Economist at Central 1 Credit Union Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pilot project surrounding tennis courts at Vancouver's Kits beach is sparking some controversy. This Vancouver beer bar has a creative and tongue-in-cheek way to advertise the FIFA World Cup while avoiding any FIFA trademark infringement. A parent was ticketed following an accident involving a 12 year-old on an e-scooter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Victoria Jung, Vancouver School Board Chair, Vancouver Liberals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Laura Christensen, Independent Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver received a citywide makeover ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Is this a good thing, or does it only scratch the surface at tackling the city's problems? The federal government is extending an amnesty for owners of banned firearms while a legal battle plays out at the Supreme Court of Canada. Human rights organizations are calling for a province-wide moratorium on police liaison officers in s...

Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets comes on to help us unpack the biggest stories of the travel sector. Guest: Claire Newell - Travel Best Bets President and Founder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A New Westminster café owner is speaking out after a terrifying attempted break-in that happened while she was sleeping inside her business, You N Me Café on 12th Street. Owner Amrin Satani says she woke up to the sound of breaking glass and came face-to-face with a suspect just steps away from her. The federal government is stepping in to help Canada's airline industry weather soaring fuel costs,...

The Docket with Mike Beckett - June 9, 2026 Guest: Mike Beckett, Criminal Lawyer with Stern Shapray Criminal Lawyers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver’s plan for 17 new 'villages' will increase uniformity andsterility Vancouver council looks to exempt small-scale multiplex and duplex projects from empty homes tax  Guest: Frank Ducote, Urban Designer and a former senior planner for the City of Vancouver, North Vancouver District and City of San Diego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Vancouver pet store owner says she was blindsided after being warned to remove World Cup references from her website over a handful of soccer-themed dog toys, sparking a debate over how far FIFA should go in enforcing its trademarks ahead of the tournament  B.C.'s Quadra Island raises $50,000 to find a new doctor Apple unveils next generation of Apple Intelligence, Siri AI, and more Learn more a...

An infestation from its flesh-eating larvae has been confirmed in south Texas in a 3-week-old calf in La Pryor, about 100 miles southwest of San Antonio. Federal and state officials had been working to keep the parasite from reaching Texas since its late 2024 appearance in southern Mexico. The U.S. eradicated the pest by the early 1970s by breeding sterile male flies and dropping swarms from plane...

After the terrifying rollover crash near Big White left a Kelowna family's dog, Daisy, missing in the wilderness, an extensive search involving volunteers and animal lovers ended with the kind of happy ending everyone was hoping for. Guests: Forest Kellerman: Member of Central Okanagan Search and Rescue. Dearah Jordan: Daisy's owner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the past couple of years, Canada's efforts to combat forced and child labour in global supply chains have focused largely on transparency, requiring companies to report on risks in their supply chains. But that could soon change... More and more British Columbians are finding creative ways to earn extra money, whether it's assembling furniture, helping someone move, doing yard work, or turning...

After almost a decade of construction, Oakridge Mall is open! What are some of the must-try food options in the food court? Plus, where are the best rooftop patios to dine-out at in Vancouver? Guest: Bronwyn Lewis - Food and travel writer and content creator. Follow her on instagram and Youtube @FeastWriteGrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon have unveiled Canada's AI strategy with plans for widespread adoption and data centres. Guest: Matt Hatfield - Executive Director, OpenMedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A petition is calling for the regulation of e-scooters in Delta. Guest: Joshua Bryce - Started Petition to regulate e-scooters in Delta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices