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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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Could rain gardens be the thing that saves salmon from toxic tire chemicals? 27.06.2023 9:14

Could rain gardens be the thing that saves salmon from toxic tire chemicals? Guest: Dr. Timothy Rodgers - Postdoctoral fellow, Institute for resources, environment and sustainability, UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer travel preparation, Using AI to buy a home, & Doug McCallum's legal fees! 26.06.2023 38:32

YVR is marking the beginning of summer travel by introducing new measures & digital tools to better serve passengers. A Vancouver realtor has created a GPT-powered AI tool to hep people find a home. Should Surrey taxpayers be on the hook for Doug McCallum's legal fees? What lies ahead for Canada following the country's involvement in the Titan sub implosion? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

North Vancouver protesters, Distracted driving in BC, & Banning cosmetic testing on animals! 23.06.2023 40:27

The North Vancouver district is growing impatient as the RCMP are failing to remove ‘hateful’ overpass protesters. Distracted driving on the rise across British Columbia. Canada is officially banning cosmetic testing on animals. A new biodegradable gel is showing promise for cartilage regeneration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Distracted driving is on the rise across British Columbia 23.06.2023 9:13

A new poll shows sistracted driving is on the rise across British Columbia. Guest: Mario Canseco - President, ResearchCo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Property tax increases, Lab-grown chicken, & 15-minute cities! 22.06.2023 44:06

To balance the budget, an average property tax increase of 9% each year would be needed, which equates to an additional $116 per year for a median strata property. Would you eat lab-grown chicken? Port Coquitlam to increase fines to smoking bylaws. The benefits of a "15-minute city". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surrey Police Union Receives Final Report on Councillor Stutt, Rescuers ‘target’ underwater noises in hunt for lost Titanic sub & Plucky pig charges bear and defends her farm 21.06.2023 1:02:22

Radiologists warn 'dangerously long' wait times could worsen as B.C. clinics risk closure Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing - President, BC Radiological Society What is the importance of National Indigenous People’s Day? Wilson Williams - Squamish First Nation elected councillor Talaysay Tours provides uniquely native outdoor cultural tours on the Sunshine Coast Candace Campo - Owner/Operator of Talaysay T...

Radiologists warn 'dangerously long' wait times could worsen as B.C. clinics risk closure 21.06.2023 10:26

Radiologists warn 'dangerously long' wait times could worsen as B.C. clinics risk closure Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing - President, BC Radiological Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missing Titanic sub, Field trip exclusions, & Homelessness protests in Barrie 20.06.2023 45:40

The police drama continues in Surrey. A Langley girl is being excluded from a class field trip to Cultus Lake. Concerns are being raised over missing Titanic sub's use of video game controllers & ‘improvised’ parts. A days-long homelessness protest begins outside Barrie city hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Concerns are being raised over South Memorial Park Pond 20.06.2023 10:14

Concerns are being raised over South Memorial Park Pond. Guest: Brennan Bastyovansky - ABC Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unraveling the Surrey Police drama, The latest stats on Canadian housing, & Tips for nailing your ICBC road test! 19.06.2023 35:56

continuing coverage of the Surrey police drama! Today marks the release of the Canadian Rental Housing Index, a comprehensive database of rental housing statistics using data from the latest long-form census as part of a partnership between housing and municipal associations across Canada. We bring on an ICBC rep to share some tips for road test success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Is “wine on tap” something which we can expect to see more of out there in the future? 16.06.2023 11:09

Is “wine on tap” something which we can expect to see more of out there in the future? Guest: Tania Tomaszewska - Strategic business advisor to the BC Wine Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surges in 911 calls, Protecting BC whales from noise pollution, & Mendicino facing pressure to resign! 15.06.2023 39:08

Demands for 911 services are surging ahead of the summer, with 21% more calls in 2023. A project working to improve travel for Highway 99 commuters hit a major milestone. Ships are set to use AI to protect BC whales from underwater noise pollution! Pressure continues to mount on Mendicino to resign over Bernardo transfer briefings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Greens calling for healthcare reform, Travel news with Claire Newell, & a NEW Beatles song?! 14.06.2023 56:07

BC Greens are calling for reform amid the province's healthcare crisis. The latest travel news with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets! Beatles fans are sharing mixed reactions after Paul McCartney announced a "new" song by the Fab Four will be released this year. BC siblings are speaking out after dad passes away at Surrey Memorial Hospital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Growing trends in home security, Families landlocked in Hope, & Trump's court appearance! 13.06.2023 25:58

We are witnessing a growing trend in home security; more and more people are joining a closed-circuit camera registry, so police investigators can access your videos. The lack of access to a road in Hope has landlocked three families at a farm. We learn more about what to expect from Trump's Miami court appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Containing the blaze at Tumbler Ridge, Pay parking cash grab, & BC Bellingham customers! 12.06.2023 50:32

Fire crews are still working hard to contain the blaze at Tumbler Ridge. Home owner in Hope set to lose access to property later this week. PayByPhone is adding an additional service charge. Is this a cash grab? Bellingham is still waiting on buyers from BC to return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ER wait-times, Donald Trump indicted, & Toronto Blue Jays pitcher CANNED! 09.06.2023 23:30

ER wait-times and healthcare in BC. Donald Trump's been indicted. What does this mean for his presidential run? The Toronto Blue Jays have announced they are ditching pitcher Anthony Bass in the wake of his controversial comments about the LGBT community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gas price's impact on the taxi industry, Sonia Furstenau reacts to Surrey Memorial announcement, & Challenges of artificial intelligence! 08.06.2023 23:29

How do high gas prices impact industries like the taxi industry? BC Green party leader Sonia Furstenau reacts to Adrian Dix's Surrey Memorial Hospital announcement. The challenges surrounding artificial intelligence, and how we better need to potentially protect ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interest rate hike, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Adrian Dix addresses the Surrey Hospital situation 07.06.2023 27:41

The Bank of Canada is raising the key interest rate to its highest level in 22 years. How is this impacting YOUR wallet? The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! Lastly, we bring on Global's Richard Zussman to break down Adrian Dix's press conference on the Surrey Memorial Hospital crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Completing the Surrey police transition, Park board closes Second beach pool, & Grocery bill reprieve! 06.06.2023 20:44

Today, the Surrey Police Union launched a new website, DispatchNow.ca. The website calls for swift action from Mayor Brenda Locke to follow provincial recommendations to transition to a local police service. The Vancouver Park Board is closing the Second beach pool in the mornings. In summer?! How are people dealing with the cost of groceries? Is there a chance we might see a reprieve? Learn more...

Opioids on BC streets, Safe supply pros and cons, & Drugs in Nanaimo! 06.06.2023 27:04

Are prescribed opioids being sold on BC’s streets? If so, is it a problem? Harm reduction & recovery expert Guy Felicella gives HIS take on how BC is tackling the opioid crisis. Finally, it's not just Vancouver that's feeling the impact of these lethal drugs. What is Nanaimo looking like amidst all this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vote on Surrey police, water supply & travel disruptions 02.06.2023 1:05:06

June 2, 2023: Guest host Robin Gill in for Jill Bennett ‘Move forward’: Minister’s letter presses council to read report, vote on Surrey police Guest: Harry Bains - Surrey City Councillor Gibsons asks Premier to act on Coast’s water supply Guest: Silas White - Mayor of Gibsons Metro Vancouver’s housing market showing signs of heating up Guest: Andrew Lis - Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver’s...

Food segment - Restaurants in Vancouver and Richmond 02.06.2023 9:33

Guest host Robin Gill talks to Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ICBC expands usage-based insurance, Expanded Care Options at B.C. Pharmacies & Public Engagement for a new Granville Street 01.06.2023 56:35

ICBC expands usage-based insurance with new discount for B.C. drivers Greg Harper - Media Relations Advisor, ICBC More on ICBC usage based insurance Todd Litman - Executive Director, Victoria Transport Policy Institute Why can’t people in BC access private health care when the public system is in crisis? Dr. Brian Day - Owner of Cambie Surgery Centre Expanded Care Options at B.C. Pharmacies Chri...

The next generation of broadcasters 31.05.2023 10:29

Guest: Sheila Karrow, Teacher at Mill Bay Nature School and a handful of students discuss why they aspire to be broadcasters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housing targets expected to deliver more homes faster, first communities selected, Stressed out school teachers, Divisiveness & Democracy 31.05.2023 56:54

The Jill Bennett Show with Guest Host Jody Vance Housing targets expected to deliver more homes faster, first communities selected & Health tries to fill shifts at Surrey Memorial Hospital as staff warn of ER diversion Divisiveness and Democracy Termination looming after BC teaching assistant refused to take down OnlyFans account Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices