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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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Human waste on Vancouver streets, New tipping rules, & 25 years since the Nisga's Treaty! 08.05.2025 41:28

Human waste on Vancouver streets is getting out of control. New rules on tipping are being implemented in Quebec. Should BC follow suit? It's been 25 years since the Nisga's Treaty came into effect. This landmark agreement was the first modern-day treaty signed in B.C. and the first in Canada to formally include the right to self-government directly within its terms. Learn more about your ad choic...

BC Ferries disruptions, Dangers of planned burns, & Microdosing weight-loss drugs?! 07.05.2025 38:36

Coastal mayors are calling on the province to intervene amid ongoing BC Ferries disruptions. A BC safety report says that a planned burn could have killed trapped firefighters. As weight-loss injectables like Ozempic skyrocket in popularity, a new offshoot trend is starting to take hold: microdosing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC safety report finds that a planned burn could have killed trapped firefighters 07.05.2025 13:41

A BC safety report finds that a planned burn could have killed trapped firefighters. Guest: Jim Cooperman - Author and Conservationist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ICBC's no-fault model, Medical wait times, & Carney's meeting with Trump! 06.05.2025 31:19

ICBC’s no-fault model is proving to be a major hurdle for the Vancouver festival victims. Medical wait times are costing Canadian patients almost $5.2 billion in lost wages last year. Carney tells Trump that Canada is ‘never for sale’ during their highly anticipated White House meeting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Vancouver restaurants you have to try! 06.05.2025 13:28

New Vancouver Restaurants: Din Tai Fung Those Indian Guys Jay Nok Thai Bar Asra Chau Cafe Chez Nous Bakery & Coffee Chocolat Favoris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Putting tariffs on movies?! 06.05.2025 9:06

The White House says no final decisions have been made on President Donald Trump's call for tariffs targeting films made outside the United States. A spokesperson said Monday that the administration is exploring all options. Guest: Amy Lang - President, North Shore & Mammoth Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What should people in Vancouver do for Lapu Lapu Day of Remembrance? King Charles to open Parliament, and Nickelback doing a patriotic tour...in the US??? 02.05.2025 34:45

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Reviewing the Mental Health Act, Carney vs. Trump, & Targeted hit and run death 01.05.2025 39:17

BC Premier David Eby announces a review of the Mental Health Act mental in the wake of the Vancouver festival tragedy. The gloves are coming off in the US/Canada trade war, and it's Mark Carney vs. Donald Trump! Mixed reaction to how some in the community of Haida Gwaii are treating family members of a man charged with second-degree murder. RCMP are calling it a targeted hit and run death. Learn m...

Pausing the EV rebate program, Short-term rental rules, & Giving food to those in need! 30.04.2025 31:58

The New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) says a decision by the BC government to ‘pause’ the EV Rebate Program will push the price of new or used vehicle out of reach for many British Columbians. BC is moving forward on its short-term rental rules. Chef T.J. Conwi of Ono Vancouver and other chefs including Maj Yee, owner of Goldilocks Bake Shopare, are joining together to help make and deliver...

Poilievre loses in his own riding, & Preventing future mass tragedies! 29.04.2025 35:53

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre not only lost the election, but he also lost in his own riding. What's next for him in his political career? The man accused of driving a vehicle through a crowd of people at a street festival in Vancouver, killing 11, was under the care of a mental health team. How do we plan for mass victimization incidents like this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Lapu Lapu festival tragedy, & Federal election coverage! 28.04.2025 40:32

Former West Vancouver Police Chief joins us to discuss the horrific tragedy that plagued the Lapu Lapu Festival over the weekend. So far, 11 people have been confirmed dead, with many more injured. We'll also hear from a mental health expert on the Lapu Lapu festival tragedy. Finally, today's the federal election! Canadians from coast to coast are making their voices heard as they head to the voti...

Lime Scooters in Vancouver, Seawall stranger attack, & Attracting US visitors! 25.04.2025 32:45

Getting around the city will be even more sustainable this Earth Day as Lime announces the expansion of its shared e-scooter system to downtown Vancouver just in time for spring. The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) confirmed a person with the same name was charged on April 15 in connection with the Vancouver incident and appeared in court that same day. He was released on Wednesday. An online bid to...

B.C.’s first involuntary treatment centre opens at Surrey correctional facility 25.04.2025 34:14

A judge has declared a mistrial in the sexual-assault trial of five former members of Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team GUEST: Nick Cake, Defence lawyer, former prosecutor Cake Criminal Defence B.C.’s first involuntary treatment centre opens at Surrey correctional facility GUEST: Jonny Morris, CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division Metro Vancouver report shows region bu...

Surrey paper shortages, New ICBC discounts, & Buying Canadian! 23.04.2025 26:00

Some Surrey school teachers say their classes are running out of paper! Is this a budget problem or a spending problem? Do you drive less than 15,000km a year? You might qualify for a new ICBC discount! A recent op-ed in the Globe & Mail suggests we need to strike a balance between "buying Canadian" and "avoiding American". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Advanced voting turnout, A 100-year old maritime disaster, & Parking challenges in North Van 22.04.2025 39:34

Records were SHATTERED over the Easter weekend as a whopping 7.3 million Canadians went to vote ahead of the election! Learning more about one of the deadliest shipwrecks in maritime history! Last but not least, the City of North Vancouver is moving forward with a comprehensive new approach to curb space and parking management with the launch of its Curb Access and Parking Plan. Learn more about y...

One-on-one with Pierre Poilievre, & Pope Francis passes away at 88 21.04.2025 35:51

Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88. He had suffered from chronic lung disease and had part of one lung removed as a young man. We check in with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre to see how he's feeling ahead of the fast-approaching Federal Election! Finally, why are frog legs making a comeback on so many restaurant menus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver park board commissioner says he is being discriminated against 21.04.2025 10:16

Vancouver park board commissioner Jas Virdi says he is being discriminated against after storming out of meeting. Guest: Jas Virdi - ABC Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leaders back on the campaign trail, Returning a lost purse, & Enjoying some spring wines! 18.04.2025 35:16

The major party leaders are back on the campaign trail today following two days of debates in Montreal. A lost purse turns up after the help of a good samaritan. Highlighting some delicious spring wines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YVR delays, Gordon Campbell previews the election, & Vancouver loses SRO units! 18.04.2025 44:56

YVR is being hit with massive delays, and it's causing some serious anxiety for travellers ahead of the long weekend. BC's former Premier Gordon Campbell joins us to discuss the upcoming Federal election! Vancouver councillors have been raising concerns about the loss of multiple SRO units. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YVR ranked 13th best in the world, Getting rid of sick notes, & Using tech to fight BC wildfires! 16.04.2025 38:24

For the 14th time in 16 years, Vancouver has the best airport in North America! Vancouver International Airport (YVR) was named Best Airport in North America and 13th in the world at the Skytrax World Airport Awards on Apr 9. Do we really need a doctor’s note for short term illnesses? BC doctors say NO. A new partnership is going to change the way BC fights wildfires! Learn more about your ad choi...

Developing the Jericho Lands, & Park Board approves paid parking at Vancouver community centres! 15.04.2025 32:07

We hear from both sides about a megaproject aiming to bring downtown-style urbanism to a quiet Vancouver neighbourhood. The Vancouver Park Board has officially approved paid parking for Trout Lake and Hillcrest community centres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could paid parking be coming to multiple Vancouver community centres? 15.04.2025 10:21

Could paid parking be coming to multiple Vancouver community centres? Guest: Aaron Jasper - Former Park Board Commissioner and Chair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Innovating the BC wine industry, Federal election coverage, & Rescuing injured hikers! 14.04.2025 33:01

Despite the setbacks that the BC wine industry has faced in recent years, one winemaker has decided to think outside the box and introduce a new portfolio of no and low alcohol wine products. We are 2 weeks away from the federal election! What's the latest from the campaign trail? North Shore Rescue responded to multiple calls of serious injuries last weekend. How are rescue teams preparing as the...

Carney announces sweeping plan to crack down on crime. Battleground riding report with Richard Zussman, and , and Canadians leaving Palm Spring in droves... 11.04.2025 34:17

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Addressing violent crime, Carney's public safety proposals, & Preventing Translink service cuts! 10.04.2025 34:46

Violent crime, gun crime, sexual assaults, car thefts, extortion, and more – have all exploded under the soft on crime hug-a-thug laws the Carney-Trudeau Liberals introduced which gave repeat violent criminals access to easy bail and house arrest and took away mandatory jail time for certain violent crimes. Carney unveils public-safety proposals, plans to launch gun buyback program Metro Vancouver...