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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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November 1, 2022: Rodent poisons, FIFA World Cup, & Supporting Surrey students! 01.11.2022 44:24

On today's show: James Smith Cree Nation killer’s partner shares story of brutality, survival and hope. Province makes permanent changes to regulations on rodent poisons, but gaps leave animals at risk. The hospitality sector is getting a boost through expanded hours during the FIFA World Cup. Surrey Teachers’ Association calls on Surrey MLAs and Surrey School Trustees to take urgent action in res...

October 31, 2022: Challenging the dog import ban, & Retaining and attracting family doctors! 31.10.2022 33:09

On today's show: BC's making a seismic shift in it's funding model to retain & attract more family doctors. Animal Justice & Soi Dog Canada Challenge Dog Import Ban In Court Family doctors in British Columbia are getting a significant raise under the province's new compensation model as part of a plan to address the crisis in the health care system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

5 stabbed in less than an hour as Halloween partygoers flood Vancouver streets 31.10.2022 8:41

5 stabbed in less than an hour as Halloween partygoers flood Vancouver streets Guest: Stacey Forrester - Good night out Coordinator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retaining & attracting more family doctors 31.10.2022 11:21

BC makes seismic shift in funding model to retain, attract more family doctors. Guest: Richard Zussman - Global News Journalist based at the legislature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 28, 2022: Flood relief plan, Michelin-Starred restaurants, & Premier David Eby! 28.10.2022 52:42

On today's show: Senate report finds Ottawa should help BC create better flood relief plan. Every Michelin-Starred restaurant in Vancouver! Canada’s top court says parts of the national sex offender registry are unconstitutional. MLA Adam Olsen asks "What is taking so long to get (David Eby) up and running?" Joe Biden stayed in London for free. Why did it cost Canada $400,000? Learn more about yo...

October 27, 2022: Surrey police force, BC power outages, & & 2030 Olympic bid! 27.10.2022 47:48

On today's show: The Surrey Police Board (SPB) is still moving ahead with plans to transition the city from the RCMP to a new municipal police force, despite the election of a new mayor who's pledging to undo the switch. BC Hydro crews continue to respond to weather-related power outages across BC. We're learning more about the Canadian women released from an ISIS detainee camp in Syria. Power lin...

October 26, 2022: Canada raises interest rates, Travel news, & Whale found dead 27.10.2022 42:01

On Today's Show: The Bank of Canada has raised its key interest rate target by half a percentage point to 3.75 per cent and warned it believes it will have to raise rates further in its fight to bring inflation under control. Travel news & deals with Claire Newell Statistics Canada latest data released from the 2021 census showed 34.6 per cent of people in this country have no religious affiliatio...

October 25, 2022: RCMP officer death, Strata rules, & BC's most wanted! 26.10.2022 38:18

On today's show: The death of RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang in a Burnaby park is resonating with police forces throughout BC. BC strata denies condo sale to family with three young children. Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers has released its list of B-C's five most wanted criminals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 24, 2022: Handgun freeze, Grocery prices, & Protecting healthcare workers! 24.10.2022 36:04

On today's show: When will the gun freeze come into effect and will it work? Canada's competition watchdog is launching a study into the grocery industry. 320 protection services officers will support safer workplaces for health-care workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

320 protection services officers will support safer workplaces for health-care workers 24.10.2022 12:45

320 protection services officers will support safer workplaces for health-care workers. Guest: Aman Grewal - BC Nurses Union President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When will the gun freeze come into effect and will it work? 24.10.2022 11:42

When will the gun freeze come into effect and will it work? Guest: Tom Korski - Managing Editor, Blacklock’s Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Empty Chest 22.10.2022 7:23

Community Contributor Eric Chapman went on a Halloween adventure to battle orcs and werewolves and end the curse put on the town of Ravencroft. The Empty Chest is a non-profit society in British Columbia with an aim to create amazing adventures for everyone. We build entire worlds and narratives which immerse our guests into a true fantasy role. Whether they're shooting orcs with arrows, or runnin...

October 21, 2022: Handgun freeze, Opioid crisis, & David Eby's priorities! 21.10.2022 39:55

On today's show: Canada’s freeze on buying, selling handguns is now in effect. Poll shows concerns about opioid crisis stagnant in Canada. David Eby says housing, health care and safety are his priorities as BC premier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legal pot sales hit an all-time HIGH in BC 21.10.2022 11:09

StatsCan releases August retail sales numbers, and legal pot sales in BC hit and all-time high this summer. Guest: Mike Babins - Owner of Evergreen Cannabis on West 4th in Kitsilano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 20, 2022: Anjali Appadurai, Jacob Hoggard sentenced to 5 years, & Helping damaged Vancouver businesses! 20.10.2022 30:58

On today's show: David Eby to be next BC premier as NDP disqualifies Anjali Appadurai from leadership race. Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard sentenced to 5 years in prison Downtown Van is proud to announce the “Storefront Security Grant.” This new program offers funding to businesses in the Downtown Vancouver district that have been impacted by criminal activity that has resulted in destruction or d...

No more bully offers in real estate in Greater Vancouver! 20.10.2022 12:09

No more bully offers in real estate in Greater Vancouver! Guest: Doug Gibson - Real estate agent From Stilhavn Real Estate Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Give warmth this winter with BlanketBC! 20.10.2022 7:27

Gregory Ould of Blanket BC is asking British Columbians to give warmth this winter. Guest: Gregory Ould - Executive Director, Blanket BC Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 19, 2022: BC NDP turmoil, Vancouver air quality, & Answering your vaccine questions! 19.10.2022 45:01

On today's show: Talking BC NDP turmoil with Rob Shaw! The air quality rating is 10+ in the Fraser Valley, and it doesn't get much worse than that. The Vancouver Undrip Task Force released their first report today. Flu shots and bivailent COVID shots with Jason Tetro! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC NDP brass terrified of grassroots democracy says Dogwood 19.10.2022 8:54

BC NDP brass terrified of grassroots democracy says Dogwood. Guest: Kai Nagata - Dogwood Communications Director Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking BC NDP turmoil with Rob Shaw! 19.10.2022 11:52

Talking BC NDP turmoil with Rob Shaw! Guest: Rob Shaw - CHEK News legislative correspondent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Workplace Safety for Nurses 19.10.2022 8:14

Michael Sandler of Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia joins us for a conversation on workplace safety for nurses. Guest: Michael Sandler - Nurse and CEO at Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 18, 2022: Election coverage with guest host Jody Vance! 18.10.2022 39:49

On today's show: BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon reacts to municipal election results. BIG change in the City of Vancouver: New councilor Mike Klassen! Recapping the municipal election with George Affleck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chilliwack students are fighting back against transphobia 18.10.2022 6:55

Some high school students in Chilliwack are using positivity to fight back against transphobia. Guest: Isabella Oberst - High School Student in Chilliwack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon reacts to municipal election 18.10.2022 10:58

BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon reacts to municipal election. Guest: Kevin Falcon - BC Liberal Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct. 17, 2022: The future of police in Surrey, Managing children's screen times & Brenda Locke defeats Doug McCallum 17.10.2022 49:35

On today's show: What does the future of policing look like in Surrey? Some screen time better than none during children’s concussion recovery It’s a lock: Brenda Locke defeats Doug McCallum to become new mayor What are priorities for the incoming ABC Park Board Majority? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices