Beste British Columbia podcasts (2023)

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Drowning in North Vancouver prompts calls for water safety awareness; How to plan for retirement 52:18

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This weekend a man in his 20's drowned in Rice Lake. And that's raising warnings about water safety. Next, we're talking how to prepare for retirement. Are you looking at the next stage?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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B.C. offering a rebate on E-bikes; All about BBQ 51:54

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The BC government is offering rebates on electric bikes, as a way to get more people out of vehicles. What's your experience with e-bikes? Next, we're joined by two barbecue chefs to take your questions and recipes.

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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B.C puts 10 cities on a list to meet housing targets; Are we loving the outdoors to death? 51:38

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Ten municipalities in B.C. have been pegged to push harder on meeting higher housing targets. If you live in one of these places, do you agree there needs to be more housing built where you live, more quickly? Next, the weather is warmer and we are heading outdoors. But are we loving the nature to death? How can we enjoy nature without disrespectin…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Minimum wage is going up; Motorcycle safety this summer 51:58

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B.C.'s minimum wage is about to go up to $16.75 per hour, is that enough to meet the cost of living? Next, after a string of motorcycle accidents some are calling for more awareness and improved road conditions.

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Some B.C. doctors raising the alarm about our healthcare system; How to prepare for wildfire season 51:35

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More doctors have written an open letter about the state of healthcare in their unit. This time, OBGYN physicians at Surrey Memorial. Next, B.C. is preparing for wildfire season, what can you do to protect your home?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Public safety concerns rise again after possible gang-related violence; and Michael J. Fox's story inspires hope in people diagnosed with Parkinson's 51:02

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A series of murders in Vancouver this weekend sparked fears of public safety, we were joined by Wade Deisman, Director of Academic Programs, Public Safety Branch of the Justice Institute of BC and former Hells' Angel, now professional speaker Joe Calendino to discuss; Michael J. Fox's new documentary "Still" chronicles his eventual acceptance of Pa…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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A new report says a healthy diet is out of reach for low-income people in B.C.; Brian Minter Friday 50:40

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Food prices have soared over the last year and now the BC Centre for Disease control is weighing in, warning a nutritious diet is out of reach for low-income British Columbians. Next, Brian Minter answers your gardening questions.

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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The wide impact of concussions 50:53

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When you think of concussions, sports injuries come to mind. And Vancouver Whitecaps player Ali Ahmed is just the latest athlete to suffer one during play. We'll hear more about that, and from athletes like Olympic gold medalist Katie Weatherston, who now work to raise awareness. But these injuries happen elsewhere. Including cases of domestic viol…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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New guidelines on how to protect yourself from extreme heat; How to deal with allergies in infants 52:30

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As we continue to see extreme weather events and rising temperatures, new guidelines detail how to protect yourself and loved ones from the heat. Next, food allergies can be a major source of stress for new parents. When is the best time to introduce your infant to allergenic foods?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Almost 10 percent of homes in B.C. owned by investor-occupants; UBC's oldest graduate on going back to school 52:14

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A new report from Statistics Canada says that Investor occupants - those who own a single property with multiple units, including their own residence - made up almost 10 percent of BC homeowners in 2020. But what does this mean for rental market? Next, it's never too late to learn. We'll speak with UBC's oldest graduate and find out why there doesn…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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WestJet and it's pilots reach a tentative deal; Should schools ban cellphones? 52:12

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It was down to the wire, but West Jet and it's pilots reached a a tentative deal to avoid a strike. We want to know how your travel habits have adapted to airline disruptions. Next, cellphone use in schools can be a battle between teachers and teens. How should parents and schools adapt to technology use by students?…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Restaurants struggling in B.C.; addressing the taboo 52:42

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The restaurant industry is still struggling to recover from the impacts of COVID-19, inflation, and labour shortages. Now, the sector is pleading for relief. Next, death is an inevitable part of life. So why are we still so uncomfortable talking about the end of life?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Federal government tables bail reform bill; B.C. Museum Week 52:35

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The BC government is applauding Ottawa on its plan to reform our bail system. The changes would make it harder for people deemed repeat violent offenders to get released - but will the changes work? Next, it's B.C. Museum Week, do you have a favourite place to visit?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Midday update on the Fort St John evacuation alert; Making the kitchen more accessible 50:36

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Dan Burritt is our host today. Our CBC News teams are on the ground in Fort St John, bringing the latest news and information to residents as the city remains under evacuation alert as we go to air. We get the latest, speak to residents, and find out what's to come in the forecast - with province-wide implications. And in the second half of our Tue…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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B.C. renters face Canada's highest eviction rates; Avoiding camping mistakes this summer 50:27

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Dan Burritt is our host today. Renters in British Columbia face the highest eviction rates in Canada, but it's through no fault of their own, according to a new report from researchers at the University of British Columbia. The report comes on top of new Rentals.ca figures suggesting that rental costs nationally have increased by 20% in the past tw…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Assessing B.C.'s Heat Alert Response System; Brian Minter answers your gardening questions 50:33

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Dan Burritt is our host today. The B.C. Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) said the province is in a better place to deal with extreme heat compared to the summer of 2021 when hundreds of people died in the heat dome weather event. We hear an assessment of the province's response, as British Columbians prepare for the first significant heat of the …

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Doctors of B.C. says ERs across province 'overrun'; How to support mothers 50:20

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Dan Burritt is hosting today. Doctors of B.C. is warning that emergency departments across our province are "overrun", and need urgent help. The call comes after a doctor asked colleagues to direct patients away from Langley Memorial Hospital. We discuss with healthcare workers, and listeners share their experiences. And in the second half of our T…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Assessing this summer's wildfire and weather risks; B.C. initiative to raise mental health awareness for young sports stars 50:38

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Dan Burritt is our host today. We are bracing for summer temperatures across B.C. this week, raising concerns for more flooding and fires. We look ahead to the coming months and listeners share how they're preparing for extreme events. And in the second half of our Wednesday program: high school basketball players will gather in Langley for an even…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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What the B.C. Housing forensic audit found out; Protecting the bees of B.C. as warmer weather arrives 48:52

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Dan Burritt is our host today. A long-awaited investigation into B.C. Housing has found mismanagement linked to a conflict of interest between its former CEO and his spouse, who runs the largest housing operator in the province. We discuss the story and get more details. And in the second half of our Tuesday program: spring has sprung, pollen is in…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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The state of labour relations in B.C.; One in six Canadians experiences infertility 47:52

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Dan Burritt is our host today. Amid inflation and the rising cost of living, lots of Canadian workers in the public and private sector want a closer look at what they're being paid. We discuss the state of labour relations in B.C. with our guests, and hear from listeners. And in the second half of our Monday program, while Mother's Day is a celebra…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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WHO downgrades COVID-19; Will you be watching the Royal Coronation? 50:57

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The World Health Organization has officially declared COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency, but says it is still a global threat. What does this mean for B.C.? And will you be watching the coronation of King Charles tomorrow?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Flooding in B.C.; How to use your tax return wisely 52:34

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Flooding is causing highway closures and evacuation orders in communities throughout the interior. Are you worried about high waters where you live? How do you prepare? And what should B.C.’s flood strategy be in 2023? Next, the tax deadline has passed. Are you looking at a refund coming your way? We'll have personal finance journalist Rubina Ahmed…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Do we need more short term rental regulation?; Privacy and security when it comes to security cameras 52:27

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The BC Green Party says short term rentals are contributing to the housing crisis and it wants provincial regulation. Next, a shocking story that happened at an Airbnb. Guests finding hidden cameras aimed at showers. What are your concerns about privacy, and how technology may be used to violate it?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Hollywood writers go on strike; what are the hidden food gems in your city? 50:39

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A Hollywood writers strike could affect BC's film industry, and the shows you watch. Next, Surrey has been named one of the world's best emerging food cities, by Food and Wine magazine. We take a trip there and we're asking you - what are the hidden foodie gems in your city?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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BC prepares for wildfire season; What are your bowling memories? 50:46

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It's the start of May and B.C. already has two evacuation alerts for wildfires. How are environmental risks changing how you prepare for summer? Next, another local bowling lane is closing, this time in Burnaby. What bowling memories do you have? Does your community still have a bowling centre?

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Surrey Mayor hits back at Province recommendation to continue police transition; Your gardening questions answered by Brian Minter 50:26

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The Province is recommending that the City of Surrey continues with its transition to a municipal police force. But it's not a binding decision. And the city's Mayor, Brenda Locke, tells BC Today that her plans to retain the Surrey RCMP will continue. We get the latest and hear from listeners. And in the second half of Friday's program, we get your…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Public safety rallies in cities across the province; The role of artificial intelligence in education 50:53

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Amy Bell is our host today. Rallies are taking place this afternoon in cities across British Columbia, calling for more action to be taken to protect public safety. We discuss the events, and listeners offer their thoughts. And in the second half of our Thursday program, we discuss what role artificial intelligence should play in education. We spea…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Telus Health agrees to change subscription-based health service; Your guide to hiking as the weather heats up 50:40

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Amy Bell is our host today. The commission that manages British Columbia's $2.5-billion health-care system is no longer seeking a court injunction against a program operated by Telus that charged thousands of dollars a year for access to care, the province's health minister says. We find out the details. And in the second half of our Wednesday prog…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Attack on Uber driver triggers calls for better gig worker protections; Summit to address women's heart health 50:17

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An Uber driver in Abbotsford is recovering from a brutal attack by a passenger last Tuesday. It's prompting calls from labour leaders for ride-hailing companies to better protect their drivers. We hear from listeners and speak to the president of the B.C. Federation of Labour, Sussanne Skidmore. And in the second half of our Tuesday program, expert…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Poll suggests most Canadians don't want Charles as King; Why public workers are looking for remote work options 49:46

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When Queen Elizabeth II died, there was an outpouring of support and affection. But those feelings don't seem to be continuing for King Charles III, according to a new survey from the Angus Reid Institute. We discuss what future the monarchy might play in Canada, and ask listeners for their views. Plus, the federal civil workers strike continues an…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Mixed reaction to expansion of shipping port in Delta; Making the most of another wet weekend 49:39

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B.C. will be able to handle millions of extra shipping containers each year when a port near the Tsawwassen ferry terminal is expanded. Some are welcoming the economic benefits.But others are questioning the impact on the environment, and on workers. We hear both sides,and take your calls. And in the second half of our Friday program: the wet sprin…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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What kind of swimwear should be allowed at public pools?; The campaign to help men eat more healthily 49:29

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Vancouver Park Board staff are proposing new rules on what would be considered appropriate swimwear. It would deem unacceptable "items designed for sexual/intimate purposes, or attire with long, flowy fabric that may limit movement". We discuss with our guests, and take calls from listeners. And in the second half of our show, well-known chef Ned B…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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One of Canada's largest federal strikes starts today; and we talk about potential solutions for chronic pain. 49:16

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Picket lines were up on the first day of one of Canada's largest strikes in recent history. We're joined by UBC's Sauder School of Business Professor Emeritus Mark Thompson to talk about the impacts and context of the strike. In our second half, chronic pain expert Dr. Andrea Furlan takes us through her new book "8 Steps to Conquer Chronic Pain". D…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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BC Coroner releases grim poisoned drug death statistics for 2023; Is living with roommates a good solution for the housing crisis? 49:30

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We speak with BC's Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe about the latest statistics for the first three months of 2023 in poisoned drug deaths in our province--on pace to be the second highest since the start of the public health emergency started in 2016. In our second half, we speak with Tenant Rights Action Committee lawyer Robert Patterson to learn abou…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Federal public servants to strike Wednesday if no deal reached; Protecting teens on public transit 47:37

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We speak to the union representing federal public servants, and hear how business owners would be impacted by strike action. And in the second half of our program: there were more attacks on transit in Metro Vancouver over the weekend. As the community mourns last week's fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old in Surrey, we discuss how the recent incidents…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Marking seven years of the overdose emergency in B.C.; Brian Minter answers your gardening questions 49:21

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B.C. is marking a grim anniversary on Friday. Seven years ago, the province declared the toxic drug crisis a public health emergency. The situation is only getting worse, with March setting some new overdose records in our province. We'll hear from an advocate in the Kootenays, and from the province's Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. And i…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Stabbing of teen in Surrey prompts community safety concerns; the impact of the rising cost of pet care 49:10

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Reaction is continuing to the fatal stabbing of a 17-year old on a bus in Surrey this week. We find out what the crime data says about safety on transit in the region, and ask listeners for their experiences. And in the second half of Thursday's show, our conversation of the cost of living continues with a focus on pet care. We discuss how we can e…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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The state of public transit in B.C; Parents are struggling to find swimming classes for their kids 43:50

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We had a huge reaction to Tuesday's discussion about a BBC reality show which demonstrated to lack of public transit options across swathes of our province. We hear more listener stories, and speak to the Chair of the Fraser Valley Regional District. In the second half of our program, we discuss the struggle many parents are facing trying to find s…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim on the Downtown Eastside decampment; BBC reality show highlights the gaps in public transport in B.C. 49:42

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Up first, one week since the removal of tents and structures along East Hastings street in Vancouver, the city's Mayor, Ken Sim, joins us on the decampment process and what's next. And in the second half of our Tuesday program, a BBC reality show is highlighting the lack of public transportation across regions in B.C. We discuss that and ask listen…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Latest on the Downtown Eastside decampment in Vancouver; Supreme Court of Canada dismisses appeal over right to access private care 33:38

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CBC News reporter Joel Ballard joins us with the latest from the Downtown Eastside. Later in the program, we discuss the end of a 14-year legal battle to allow more access to private health care. We'll get reaction to the Supreme Court of Canada's decision, and ask listeners for their perspective.

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Vancouver police begin removing East Hastings Street encampment; Why is there demand for Ozempic as a weight loss drug? 49:45

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We're live in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, as police move in as part of a City of Vancouver plan to remove a street encampment from the neighbourhood. And in the second half of our show today, we look at the growing interest in the drug Ozempic for weight loss, and what it says about today's diet culture.…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Donald Trump in court; B.C. municipalities split over provincial housing proposals; Healthy ways to cut food costs 49:40

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We begin with breaking news in New York, where Donald Trump has surrendered to New York authorities for his appearance in court. We also hear from the Mayors of Oak Bay and the City of Langley, as B.C. moves forward with a housing plan that would effectively end single-family zoning, municipal leaders have voiced both praise and concern over how th…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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1st Canadian to orbit the moon; Province's plan to tackle housing crisis; B.C. government's new flexible working policy takes effect 49:43

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Michelle Eliot is back in the host's chair today. We begin with NASA's announcement of the first Canadian astronaut to take part in a lunar mission. We hear from an expert and ask listeners for their thoughts on space exploration. Then, the province is announcing what it calls an action plan to sped up the delivery of new homes. We get the details …

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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It's Trans Day of Visibility; Brian Minter answers more of your gardening questions 50:25

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Amy Bell is our host today. It's Trans Day of Visibility - a day to celebrate and honour transgender people. But what does this day mean for members of the Trans community? And how can you best support your Transgender friends and family members - not just today, but every day? We discuss with our panel. And in the second half of our show, Brian Mi…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Vatican repudiates Doctrine of Discovery; Jeopardy! star Mattea Roach wins Canada Reads 2023 45:30

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Amy Bell is our host today. As the Vatican formally repudiates the theories that were used to justify the seizure of Indigenous lands, we speak with a Métis person and lawyer, and the Regional Chief of the BC Assembly of First Nations, to hear about the harms caused by the doctrines, and what this repudiation six centuries later means to them. And …

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Vancouver stabbing fuels public safety concerns; Who should keep the pet after a separation? 51:08

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Amy Bell is our host today. After a deadly stabbing on a busy Vancouver street, many people are worried about the impact of crime in their communities. So what can be done to help make people feel safe on the streets where they live? And in our second half, breaking up is hard to do, and especially when there is a pet involved. We'll talk to the ex…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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How the federal budget will address affordability and climate issues; The significance of Ramadan 50:30

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Amy Bell is hosting today. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's budget today is being billed as a balance between green investments, helping the vulnerable and keeping spending under control - but will it be enough in an uncertain economy? We hear from listeners, and our panel of experts. And Ramadan has begun for Muslims this year with many fastin…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Would a grocery rebate help struggling families? And how can we keep local farming sustainable? 51:18

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Amy Bell is in the host's chair today. CBC News has learned that Tuesday's federal budget will include a grocery rebate measure aimed at lower income Canadians to help address the affordability crisis. We'll speak to a local parent to find out if a rebate is what her family needs. And before you can buy it, someone has to grow it. In the second hal…

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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US President Joe Biden makes his first official visit to Canada 13:23

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University of the Fraser Valley Political Science Professor Hamish Telford joins Michelle to discuss the significance of U.S. President Joe Biden's visit to Canada today.

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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Understanding the challenges of homeless encampments in BC and finding ways to coexist with coyotes. 51:22

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Katt Cadieux founder and Executive Director of UNDO: Uniting Northern Drug Users and Marie-Josée Houle, Federal Housing Advocate, Canadian Human Rights Commission join us to talk about the challenges of homeless encampments. And, Animal Rights Lawyer Victoria Schoff and Lesley Fox from the animal advocacy group the Fur Bearers take us through some …

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