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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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The best restaurants in Victoria! 06.11.2023 13:44

The best restaurants in Victoria! Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rogers Sugar refinery protest enters sixth week, Improving conditions for gig workers, & Air Canada summoned over recent incidents! 06.11.2023 34:47

The Rogers Sugar refinery protest is entering its sixth week. The BC government is aiming to improve conditions for app based ride-hail and food delivery workers. Air Canada is being summoned by federal government to address recent incidents involving passengers with disabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exclusive interview with Canadian legend Colin Mochrie and master hypnotist Asad Mecci! 06.11.2023 11:32

An upcoming show featuring both Colin Mochrie, the star of the long-running Whose Line Is It, Anyway?, and Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci, called HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis? They will bring the tour to the Vogue Theatre on November 7. As you may know, Colin grew up in Vancouver. Guest: Colin Mochrie - Canadian Actor Guest: Asad Mecci - Master Hypnotist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

Hotels SOLD OUT ahead of Taylor Swift concerts, Magic mushroom stores, & Tipping your DoorDash driver! 03.11.2023 31:38

Hotels in Vancouver are already SOLD OUT ahead of Taylor Swift's concert weekend in 2024! Vancouver magic mushroom stores reopening after police raids. DoorDash is testing warnings about bad service if you don’t tip your driver! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 350 Students laid poppies in ‘No Stone Left Alone’ Ceremony at Fraser Cemetery, New Westminster. 03.11.2023 7:27

Over 350 Grade 2 to 5 students from Skwo:wech Elementary, Ecole Herbert Spencer Elementary and Urban Academy will join young adults from the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps 2316 and St. John Ambulance Cadets, representatives from various community groups, Royal Canadian Legion and Canadian Armed Forces reservists of The Royal Westminster Regiment. Guest: Karen Baker-MacGrotty - Chair, No Stone Lef...

Cold Surrey portables, Banning retractable leashes, & Mandating neck guards in hockey! 02.11.2023 44:00

A lack of heat in some Surrey portables has students learning in jackets and gloves! The City of Saanich is moving to ban retractable leashes. A BC hockey team is mandating neck guards in the wake of Adam Johnson’s death. The city of Vancouver is easing conditions on the developer of the long-delayed Little Mountain lands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stalled progress on Little Mountain, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Immigrants LEAVING Canada?! 01.11.2023 34:30

A Little Mountain developer says social housing requirement is stalling progress on market condos. The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! A new study finds a record spike in the number of immigrants leaving Canada in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parking spaces for Surrey residents' commercial trucks, Dealing with intoxicated people, & Adapting to climate change in the agriculture sector! 31.10.2023 31:47

Surrey is seeking parking space for residents' commercial trucks. Who should care for intoxicated people: health-care workers, or police? Shaping BC: How is the agriculture sector adapting to climate change as we shape B.C.’s environmental future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YVR and PAFN unveil Paper Planes Café! 31.10.2023 8:57

YVR and PAFN unveil Paper Planes Café! Guest: Tamara Vrooman - YVR President and CEO Guest: Sergio Cocchia - Board Chair & President, Pacific Autism Family Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retail store workers may wear stab-proof vests, New requirements for asbestos workers taking effect January 1 & YVR and PAFN unveil Paper Planes Café 30.10.2023 54:17

Retail store workers may wear stab-proof vests Clint Mahlman - President and chief operating officer of London Drugs Federal Court dismisses legal challenge on PM's firearms regulation Rod Giltaca - CEO & Executive Director at the CCFR (Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights) Remembering Matthew Perry Rick Forchuk - TV Week Magazine Columnist New requirements for asbestos workers taking effect Janu...

Cracking down on shoplifting, Financing for the Little Mountain housing project, & A warning for anyone who's booked a short-term rental! 27.10.2023 46:41

A police crackdown on violent and chronic shoplifters in Vancouver has ended in 258 arrests and the recovery of almost $57,000 in stolen goods. A developer is struggling to seek construction financing for Little Mountain housing project in Vancouver. The BC housing minister is warning anyone who has a short term rental booked in the coming months to find other arrangements. Learn more about your a...

Nurses say ratios are the solution the province needs to fix the health-care crisis 27.10.2023 11:32

This week, senior leaders of the BC Nurses’ Union are in Victoria, meeting with all political parties to emphasize the importance of minimum nurse-patient ratios as a critical staffing solution that will address the province’s worsening nurse shortage and improve patient care. Guest: Adriane Gear - BC Nurses Union President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nanaimao thieves steal $100,000 worth of jewelry, Israeli-owned restaurant targeted with hate speech, & More-and-more drink brands releasing non-alcoholic beverages 26.10.2023 36:19

Thieves in Nanaimo steal $100,000 worth of jewelry in ‘well-planned’ heist. Vancouver police investigating hate speech directed at Israeli-owned restaurant Major drink brands are launching more non-alcoholic options as the ‘sober curious’ trend grows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver police investigating hate speech directed at Israeli-owned restaurant 26.10.2023 11:34

Vancouver police investigating hate speech directed at Israeli-owned restaurant. Guest: Ofra Sixto - Owner of Ofra’s Kitchen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scary Helijet flight, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Food bank visits 25.10.2023 36:53

A BC Helijet flight made a safe landing after an incredibly rare lightning strike. The latest travel news with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets! A new report finds that food bank visits have increased 78% Since 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suicide barrier on the Alex Fraser Bridge, Vancouver's record-breaking cruise ship season, & Canine cuddles! 24.10.2023 29:19

Advocates are calling for a suicide barrier on the Alex Fraser Bridge. The Port of Vancouver is posting a record-breaking cruise ship season. New study finds canine cuddles can comfort equally across all genders! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A growing number of Canadians are saying their mortgage is ‘very difficult’ to pay 24.10.2023 6:03

A growing number of Canadians are saying their mortgage is ‘very difficult’ to pay. Guest: Angela Calla - Mortgage Expert, Dominion Lending Centres and host of The Mortgage Show on CKNW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canadians struggling with mortgage payments, Reducing barriers for foreign-trained workers, & Air Canada 23.10.2023 34:19

A growing number of Canadians are saying their mortgage is ‘very difficult’ to pay. The BC government is introducing legislation that is expected to reduce barriers for internationally trained professionals. Air Canada FORGETS the federal CAO's wheelchair in Toronto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Improving the lives of people living in Coquitlam! 23.10.2023 8:16

UrbanLogiq is teaming up with the City of Coquitlam to launch a 2-year pilot project designed to directly impact the everyday lives of Coquitlam residents. Guest: Herman Chandi - COO, UrbanLogiq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Port Coquitlam reconsidering Daycare plans, No RapidBus for Richmond, and The Top 500 Pop Songs of All Time 20.10.2023 40:36

Port Coquitlam council are considering a daycare application after the plan was initially rejected. Jill talks to city councilors on both sides of the argument. The City of Richmond is saying no to the proposal of a RapidBus connecting Richmond to Burnaby. Is this the correct decision? And Billboard recently released their rankings for the Top 500 Best Pop Songs. Music publicist Eric Alper joins J...

How does forest fire smoke affect grapes and wine? 20.10.2023 2:03

Wildfires have become part of life for many in BC, affecting homes, the eco-system, animals, livelihoods and businesses. Today, we are going to talk about how forest fires affect wine and winemaking. How does forest fire smoke affect grapes and wine? Guest: Tania Tomaszewska, Strategic business advisor to the BC Wine Industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mountain View Cemetery welcomes All Souls 19.10.2023 11:04

As the sun sets over Mountain View Cemetery on Oct. 25, the first ceremonial candles will be lit to mark the return of All Souls for its 19th year Guest: Paula Jardine - Artist who collaborated on the idea for All Souls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Policing in Surrey, How businesses are saving money with "Skimpflation", & How to safely forage for mushrooms! 19.10.2023 48:30

What do the changes to the police act mean for the future of policing in Surrey? BC Children’s Emergency Department is offering guidance to families on where to access care ahead of respiratory season. Skimpflation is the newest trend amongst businesses looking to save a buck amidst rising inflation. How to forage for mushrooms(safely and legally) this fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Travel news with Claire Newell, BC Restaurant and Food association hall of fame inductees, & Meeting your needs in the workplace! 18.10.2023 50:09

In 2006, Mukhtair Panghali was charged with the 2nd degree murder of his wife. He has now been granted full parole... The latest travel news with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets! Inductees for the BC Restaurant and Food Association Hall of Fame have been announced! New survey shows workplaces in British Columbia are failing to meet everyone’s needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

One-on-one with Surrey city lawyer Peter German, Making BC's roadways safer, & Stores dealing with violent thieves! 17.10.2023 49:33

The BC government has unveiled legislation that will force the City of Surrey to complete its transition to a municipal police force. Richmond RCMP video helps educate pedestrians and drivers about how they can make our roadways safer. New free legal service provides help for anyone in British Columbia who has experienced sexual assault. London Drugs says violent theft is still a major concern. Le...