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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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What to know about Canada's foreign homebuyer ban 02.01.2023 13:35

Canada’s ban on foreign homebuyers recently came into effect. Here’s what you need to know! Guest: Doug Gibson - Real estate agent From Stilhavn Real Estate Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking ahead to next year's Canadian housing market 02.01.2023 15:14

Here’s what you can expect if you're planning to buy or sell property in 2023. Guest: Doug Gibson - Real estate agent From Stilhavn Real Estate Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Parks Reservation Service moving to a 4-month rolling booking window 02.01.2023 10:20

As of January 3, 2023, BC Parks Reservation Service will be moving to a 4-month rolling booking window for frontcountry and backcountry reservations. On January 3, reservations will be available for arrivals up to May 3. On January 4, May 4 arrivals will be available – and so on. Guest: Sam Waddington - Owner, Mount Waddington Outdoors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Dec. 27, 2022 with guest host Bruce Claggett: Travellers stranded in Mexico, public banned from deciding on upgrading/replacing public schools & donors needed now 27.12.2022 1:05:28

On today's show: Could there be legal action from the Sunwing passengers stranded in Mexico? Vancouver School Board has banned the public from participating in the decision to seismically upgrade or replace schools Blood and plasma collection disrupted by weather conditions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flights at Vancouver airport resuming after winter storm chaos 26.12.2022 10:29

Flights at Vancouver airport resuming after winter storm causes mass flight cancellations. Guest: John Gradek - Prof. Aviation Management, McGill U. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 22, 2022: Passenger rights, Phasing out group homes, & Fire safety!!! 22.12.2022 23:47

On today's show: With the weather canceling flights and causing havoc at YVR what rights do you have? Premier David Eby has said he will phase out group homes and use specialized homes during the transition away from the current model. Don’t park on the hoses! and other fire safety tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 21, 2022: Winter chaos at YVR, Single-use plastics, & BC Science Fair award winner! 21.12.2022 38:09

On today's show: The impacts of winter at YVR. Canada wide ban on certain single use plastics WestJet flight cancellations from YYZ stranded a man over Christmas, but that didn’t stop him from DRIVING to his destination! Self heating life jacket vest wins BC Science Fair award Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 20, 2022: Chaos at YVR, Clearing snow off vehicles, & Kidnapping scams! 20.12.2022 33:08

On today's show: Heavy snowfall results in chaos at YVR. The importance of clearing snow off vehicles! Virtual Kidnappings Burnaby RCMP is issuing a public alert about virtual kidnapping scams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Removing the Stanley Park bike lane is NOT going to be cheap 20.12.2022 11:09

Staff estimates removing the Stanley Park bike lane will cost $400K, and will be complete by spring 2023. Guest: Scott Jensen - Vancouver Park Board Chair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 19, 2022: Bike store robbery, Winter Driving tips, & Cancelled flights 20.12.2022 42:46

On today's show: A snowfall warning's been issued once again for Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and parts of Vancouver Island. Another day, another bike store robbery. Former race car driver gives us some winter driving tips! Snowfall is impacting operations at Vancouver airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 16, 2022: Gas prices, Caring for pets over the holidays, & Checking in on your friends! 16.12.2022 41:14

On today's show: Gas prices jump nearly 10 CENTS overnight in Metro Vancouver. Veterinarians at a Vancouver animal hospital expect a rush of sick and injured pets during the holiday season and suggest owners to take extra care in helping animals stay safe and well. Inflation crisis a proving to be a major threat to holiday giving The importance of checking in on folks over the holiday season. Lear...

Time for our monthly wine segment! 16.12.2022 9:36

Time for our monthly wine segment with Tania Tomaszewska! Guest: Tania Tomaszewska - banking lawyer turned wine professional. She is a strategic business advisor for the BC Wine Industry, and also designs and leads private wine tastings and wine programs (for wines from BC and beyond) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 15, 2022: Public health database vulnerabilities, Overcrowded hospitals, & Porch pirates! 15.12.2022 41:39

On today's show: Investigation finds security vulnerabilities within BC’s public health database A BC doctor is speaking out over respiratory illness-related deaths. Global action required to address the hospital emergency department overcrowding crisis. Vancouver Police have returned thousands of dollars in stolen Christmas presents to their owners following a thorough investigation. Learn more...

December 14, 2022: ICBC rate freeze, Travel news, & Iranian protests! 14.12.2022 53:32

On today's show: Analysis shows BC’s younger drivers are still being stung under ICBC no-fault system. The latest travel news with Claire Newell! Talking tech with Mike Agerbo of Get Connected! Former Iranian soccer player sentenced to death for involvement in protests Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music for the Winter Solstice comes to Heritage Hall on Main Street 14.12.2022 8:41

David Pay - Artistic Director for Music on Main Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 13, 2022: Opening up the auto insurance sector, Brittney Griner, & Elon Musk 13.12.2022 55:26

On today's show: Taxpayers Federation calls on BC government to open auto insurance sector to competition Geopolitics, and the repercussions of Brittney Griner's prisoner swap. Elon Musk disbands advisory group. Tackling anemia one IV at a time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tackling anemia one IV at a time 13.12.2022 15:36

Dr. Adam Davidson is an Emergency Physician at Lions Gate Hospital and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. While continuing to work in the ER, Dr. Davidson has taken his years of clinical experience and developed an outpatient IV therapy clinic with a particular focus on intravenous iron treatment. Guest: Dr. Adam Davidson - Emergency Physician...

December 12, 2022: ICBC rate freeze, Getting immunized, & Holiday feasts! 13.12.2022 51:52

On today's show: Richard Zussman reacts to newly announced ICBC rate freeze. The importance of immunization against preventable diseases. Discussing everything that's been happening at the FIFA World Cup. Nutrition during Hanukkah and Christmas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maintaining your nutrition during the holidays! 12.12.2022 16:17

Maintaining your nutrition during the holidays! Guest: Alyssa Bauman - holistic nutritionist nourished.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Richard Zussman reacts to newly announced ICBC rate freeze 12.12.2022 9:48

Richard Zussman reacts to newly announced ICBC rate freeze. Guest: Richard Zussman - Global News Journalist based at the legislature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Festive holiday dining experiences in Vancouver! 12.12.2022 11:49

Richard Wolak joins us to share some of his top festive holiday dining experiences in Vancouver! Holiday Afternoon tea at Notch 8 Restaurant Shaughnessy Restaurant Festival of Lights menu Apertivo at Armani Afternoon Tea at Holt's Cafe Reflections Winter Terrace Holiday Lunch Buffet at Showcase Restaurant Holiday brunch popup at Modern Pantry Other holiday related events including a Fes...

Dec. 9, 2022 -- with guest host Bruce Claggett: A look into the flu situation, Surrey Central Campus gets a new medical school & Troubles in the new car industry 09.12.2022 1:23:17

On today's show: B.C. public health officer pledges weekly update after flu deaths of 6 kids, teens How will the SFU Medical School impact business and development in Surrey? What to know if you’re buying a new car heading into 2023? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 8th, 2022: Is no parking no problem?, Vancouver restaurant has $40K of Whisky seized - settles with province & Mental health services are not easy to access. 08.12.2022 1:05:41

On the show today: Saanich, B.C. townhouse complex with no parking spaces gets the green light Julian West - Founder of Urban Thrive Developments Canada is a phony at home and abroad when it comes to defending human rights Fahreed Khan - Founder of Canadian United Against Hate B.C. restaurant that had $40K of whisky seized in ‘prohibition-style raid’ settles with province Eric Fergie - Co-owner, F...

B.C. restaurant that had $40K of whisky seized in ‘prohibition-style raid’ settles with province 08.12.2022 11:21

Eric & Allura Fergie - Co-owners, Fets Whisky Kitchen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 7th, 2022: B.C. Premier David Eby swears in new cabinet, Bank of Canada hikes key interest rate to 4.25% & Federal government awarded RCMP contract to firm with ties to China 07.12.2022 1:09:36

On the show today: B.C. Premier David Eby swears in new cabinet Richard Zussman - Global News Journalist based at the legislature Travel Best Bets with Claire Newell Claire Newell - President/Founder Travel Best Bets 2023 Vancouver International Auto Show cancelled Blair Qualey - President, and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC Bank of Canada hikes key interest rate to 4.25% Angela Call...