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The Jill Bennett Show

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Jill Bennett’s twenty years of experience covering B.C.’s biggest stories as a reporter has developed her insatiable curiosity and keen sense for exposing what is really going on with a story. Jill digs deep, goes behind the headlines and finds out the real impact stories will have on the Lower Mainland. She talks with real people about the issues that matter most to them while keeping us informed, connected and entertained. If you want new information, new angles, and to know what’s happening right now, make time to listen to The Jill Bennett Show, Monday – Friday: 12 – 3pm.

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“For Drug Users like Me, B.C.’s Pilot Program is a Literal Life Saver” 24.12.2017 11:18

Guest: Jordan Westfall - President of the Canadian Association of People Who Use Drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week! 24.12.2017 10:27

This week: “Jumanji”, “The Shape of Water”, “It Comes at Night”, & more. Guest: Rick Forchuk - Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What were the Top Twitter Trends in 2017? 24.12.2017 8:18

We run down the list of things Canadians wanted to know most on the social media platform. Guest: Jennifer Hollett - Head of News and Government at Twitter Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Time To Prepare For Driving In Poor Weather 23.12.2017 11:36

The annual BCAA Winter Driving Survey shows that despite close to half of motorists experiencing a winter driving incident last year, the majority have no plans to do more to prepare this year. Guest: Dave Weloy, BCAA Road Assist Senior Safety Manager Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Managing Stress Over The Holidays 23.12.2017 10:36

The Holidays are a joyous time for many, but for some it can be a depressing and lonely stretch of the year. What can you do in order to stay safe and keep your stress to a minimum during the holidays? Guest: Dr. Heather Fulton, Psychologist with the Burnaby Centre for Mental Health and Addictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Care Packages for the Homeless 23.12.2017 8:18

During this season of giving some peopel like to donate and give care packages to the homeless around Vancouver and the lower mainland...But what items do you put into the packages? Guest: Jeremy Hunka Spokesperson, Union Gospel Mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helping Seniors This Holiday Season 23.12.2017 9:41

With the wintery weather hitting Vancouver it’s important for homeowners to take care of their walkways around their homes. It’s not only dangerous for everyone, but for those with mobility issues, or seniors can mean the difference of leaving the house or staying isolated at home. Guest: Daniel Fontaine, CEO, BC Care Providers Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

The Sugar Tax Man Coming For You! 23.12.2017 11:26

There is a lot of debate over wether or not municipalities should implement a sugar tax on sugary drinks and foods. But does a tax on sugar make people second guess their food choices or just make them shop elsewhere? Guest: Kris Sims, BC Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Empty Home Tax Affecting Vancouver Residents 23.12.2017 12:53

A Vancouver woman said she’s being unfairly targeted by the city and its Empty Homes Tax over a property she owns in the Kerrisdale area. It’s not that the home isn’t empty. It’s that there’s no home on the property whatsoever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Art Of Sculpture In Canada 17.12.2017 12:14

Sculpture In Canada Guest: Maria Tippett - Author, Sculpture in Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver Homeowners Should Be Ready To Pay More 17.12.2017 10:08

Vancouver homeowners should be ready to pay more the next time the property tax bill comes in the mail. Guest: George Affleck - Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CPP Death Benefit Change Panned As Insufficient To Cover Funeral Costs 17.12.2017 9:47

CPP death benefit change panned as insufficient to cover funeral costs Guest: Yves Berthiaume - Funeral Services Association of Canada President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should Laws Force Bystanders To Stand-up For Others? 17.12.2017 10:34

Should laws force bystanders to stand-up for others? Guest: Paul Hergott - Personal Injury Lawyer, Hergott Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Youngest Canadian To Climb All Seven Summits 17.12.2017 8:31

On November 3rd, 26-year-old Liz Rose became the youngest Canadian to climb all Seven Summits of the world after she scaled Mt. Kosciuszko in Australia. The young mountaineer began her quest only two and a half years ago by first climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, then Argentina’s Aconcagua, Everest from the North Side in Tibet, Antarctica’s Vinson, North America’s Denali, and Russia’s Elbrus all followed....

B.C. Securities Commission Has Difficulties Collecting Fines 17.12.2017 8:08

Fraudster’s condo transfer to wife shows difficulty B.C. securities commission has collecting fines Guest: Gordon Hoekstra - Investigative Reporter, Vancouver Sun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week! 17.12.2017 10:23

Star Wars, what's new on Netflix, and more! Guest: Rick Forchuk - Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Innovative Project Hopes To Alter Future Of Healthcare 16.12.2017 10:44

The Health and Technology District has partnered with FIRSTEP on an innovative “Future of Healthcare” DeepDive project to gain valuable insights and fresh perspectives on what forces will shape the shift in healthcare within the next three to five years. Guest: Rowena Rizzotti - VP of Healthcare & Innovations at the Health & Technology District Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

New App Helps You Find Long Lasting Gifts! 16.12.2017 11:07

The Merry Memory Maker is a handy app that helps gift givers by suggesting experience-based or long-lasting gift ideas within any price range. The app inspires you to try something different this holiday season, and makes it easier to create memories, not garbage. Guest: Greg Moore - Chair, Metro Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Do You Stick To Your Budget While Doing Your Last Minute Shopping? 16.12.2017 11:49

We’re 9 days away from Christmas, so how do you stick to your budget while doing your last minute shopping? Guest: Scott Hannah - President, Credit Counselling Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New OSFI B-20 Regulations Requiring That Uninsured Borrowers Be Stress-tested 16.12.2017 10:20

So here we are in the lead-up to the January 1 implementation of the new OSFI B-20 regulations requiring that uninsured borrowers be stress-tested at a mortgage rate 200 basis points above the contract rate at federally regulated financial institutions. It is no surprise that home sales rose in advance of the new ruling. Even so, activity remains below peak levels earlier this year and prices cont...

December 10th Is Human Rights Day 10.12.2017 10:42

Sunday Dec 10th is Human Rights Day. We’re speaking to a human rights lawyer and do a recap of why human rights are more important than ever after what we have seen in 2017. Guset: Dan Soiseth - Community Legal Assistance Society Human rights lawye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One Cure Live Mental Health Awareness Concert 10.12.2017 7:28

The event is to be headlined by Ndidi Cascade and Toni, with Toni’s latest 2017 single ‘One Cure’ which has a new mental health awareness music video - with a dedication to lives locally lost to a ‘Fentanyl’ crisis. The ‘One Cure’ Live Act will feature our local live band. I performed the same recently at Capilano, Simon Fraser Universities. Guest: Toni Oluwa - Singer songwriter producer of the co...

Canadians Interest In Text Message Privacy 10.12.2017 12:01

Canadians Interest In Text Message PrivacyGuest: Caily DiPuma - BC Civil Liberties Association, Acting Litigation Director Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Closing Loopholes To Prevent BC Rent Increases 10.12.2017 7:52

Province snips tenancy rule loopholes allowing double-digit rent increases Guest: David Hutniak - CEO, Landlord BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sooke Mom Pleads For Horgan To Hear Her 10.12.2017 9:45

Sooke mom pleads for Horgan to hear her. Her child requires meds they can’t afford and MSP doesn’t cover Statement from the MInistry of Health“Arthritis is a complicated disease with many faces, with over 100 types, including juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The Ministry of Health has just been made aware of this case and will be reaching out to the family to look into the case further.” Guest: Jill...