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The Jill Bennett Show
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…
Episodes
- The Jill Bennett Show
Broadway road closures are seriously hurting local businesses
Right now, a key section of East Broadway in Vancouver is closed to vehicle traffic for four months as part of major construction on the Broadway Subway…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket with Michael Shapray - January 27, 2026
A major update in the Ryan Wedding case: the former Olympian’s now been in U.S. court, entered a not-guilty plea, and the next key dates are already set. And…
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PM Carney caught in the middle of a diplomatic tug-of-war
A diplomatic tug-of-war has erupted between Ottawa and Washington after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney found himself at the centre of an international…
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Cutting digital red-tape for physicians
The BC College of Family Physicians is urging the provincial government to act now to cut what it calls ‘digital red tape.' A busy stretch of East Broadway is…
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Fighting back against extortion-related violence in Surrey
Earlier this weekend, community members and business owners in Surrey took to the streets to raise the alarm about a wave of violent, extortion-related crimes…
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Celebrating an iconic Vancouver restaurant
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse is celebrating an incredible milestone this year... 57 years in Vancouver, making it one of the city’s longest-running and most iconic…
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Health-care wait times are becoming a growing concern for British Columbians
A heartbreaking story from British Columbia is sparking a fresh conversation about wait times and access to timely care in our health-care system. The BC…
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When will Westham Island Bridge be repaired?
Westham Island residents are dealing with a major disruption after a vessel strike damaged the Westham Island Bridge, forcing it closed to vehicle traffic…
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Unpacking the long-awaited arrest of Ryan Wedding
FBI Director Kash Patel says the largest drug trafficker in modern times has been arrested. Guest: Douglas Century - Organized Crime Investigative Journalist…
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Concerns being raised over DRIPA amendments
For many years smoking rates have been declining , and some new data suggests vaping is playing a significant role in helping Canadians quit smoking. The…
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Westham Island Bridge is still closed after barge strike
Westham Island Bridge in Delta is still closed after a barge strike. How long before it's repaired? Guest: Dylan Kruger - Delta City Councillor Learn more…
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Why are there so many unsafe trucks on our roads?
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a high-profile speech warning that the post-war international “rules-based…
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The nightmare of uncovering Indigenous ancestral remains
A growing number of landowners in British Columbia are finding themselves in a legal and financial bind when Indigenous ancestral remains are uncovered during…
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WestJet cancelling their new seat configurations
We bring on Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets to talk about the biggest stories coming out of the travel sector! After harsh feedback from travellers and…
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Has the BC Extortion Task Force made any progress?
Business owners in Surrey and across the Lower Mainland have been living under the shadow of an unsettling trend... extortion attempts targeting commercial…
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The nightmare of discovering remains on your land
A Kamloops landowner says a routine landscaping project on private property turned into a financial and legal nightmare after remains were discovered on the…
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Trump's Greenland threats continue to strain relations with NATO allies
President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland have strained relations with America's key NATO allies. European leaders, including French President…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket with Michael Shapray - January 20, 2026
Topics discussed today: 1. Surrey Extortion Shooting – Shots Fired Back 2. The Use of Public Cameras By the Police to Address Crime Issues Learn more about…
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City council is now considering a new public washroom framework in Vancouver
A worsening lack of accessible public washrooms in Vancouver is fuelling growing frustration among residents and businesses, and in some cases, driving people…
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Owners of banned firearms in Canada now have a deadline.
The federal government has launched a national compensation program giving gun owners until March 31, 2026 to declare whether they’ll turn in or permanently…
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A Surrey extortion victim is being investigated for allegedly returning fire
A person (or persons) inside a Surrey home where an extortion-related shooting took place on Saturday is now under investigation for allegedly returning fire…
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The potential hazards of unnecessary red tape
The Federal Court of Appeal on Friday ruled that the federal government’s use of the Emergencies Act to quell the 2022 “Freedom Convoy” protests was…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Continuing reactions to the landmark Canada/China trade deal.
Reactions continue to pour in over the landmark Canada/China trade deal. How will this affect our immediate and log-term future? Guest: Flavio Volpe -…
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Canada’s relationship with China has taken a sharp turn
The Liberal government says it has reached a “preliminary but landmark” trade deal with Beijing, easing tariffs on a limited number of Chinese electric…
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Political pundit Caroline Elliott running for BC Conservative leadership
The race for the leadership of the BC Conservative Party is underway, and one of the most closely watched entrants is political pundit and commentator Caroline…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Bishnoi Gang linked to Indian government - Richmond high-res cameras - Who are the "Coastal First Nations" that PM says he met with?
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BCTF contract talks hitting an impasse
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An iconic Toys R Us location is shutting its doors
The iconic Langley Toys “R” Us store has unexpectedly shut its doors as of Tuesday, January 13. A notice posted on the door by the mall’s property owner says…
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Sheila Early awarded the Order of Canada!
Today we’re shining a light on a quiet pioneer whose work has transformed how survivors of sexual violence are cared for in British Columbia — and has recently…
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Flu numbers in Canada beginning to trend down
Flu numbers in Canada remain high, but are beginning to trend down after the winter holidays. Guest: Brian Conway - President and Medical Director at Vancouver…
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Problems arising from $10/day childcare
BC made headlines in 2018 when it became the first province in Canada to commit to a $10-a-Day child care system. The promise was to make high-quality…
- The Jill Bennett Show
A Nanaimo cidery owner is fighting back against a property assessment
The Vancouver Park Board is beginning the third and final phase of work to deal with thousands of high-risk trees in Stanley Park affected by the hemlock…
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Sticking to your new running habit
New research out of Simon Fraser University is shedding some light on why some beginner runners are able to stick with it while others quietly give up. Guest…
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The Docket with Molly Shamess - January 13, 2026
Canadian authorities are facing a growing challenge in the digital age. The AI chatbot Grok has been generating sexualized images of people without their…
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Reshaping how end-of-life care is delivered in Canada
A major constitutional challenge is getting underway in B.C. Supreme Court that could reshape how end-of-life care is delivered across Canada. A Nanaimo cidery…
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The WE Charity scandal is back in the spotlight
Remember the WE Charity controversy? It’s now back at the Supreme Court of Canada, with a case that could decide whether the federal ethics commissioner’s…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Canadians are feeling uneasy about crime in their neighbourhoods
A new survey from the Angus Reid Institute finds that three-in-five Canadians believe crime has risen in their neighbourhoods over the past five years, and…
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Political turmoil in the US
A new report warns no other country will be profoundly affected by political turmoil in the US than Canada will be this year. Silent dangers can lurk in the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Dry January? How about TRY January?
Beer expert Matthew Poirier joins us to highlight what he's loving to drink right now! Dry January? How about Try January? Non-Alcohol Options/Low Alcohol…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Long-term impacts of the recent London Drugs closures
Vancouver councillor Pete Fry says the closure of the London Drugs store at Hastings and Abbott is a blow to the community and highlights bigger issues facing…
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Trump's Greenland talk continues to escalate
For months, U.S. President Donald Trump has openly talked about taking control of Greenland, and that has intensified in the wake of Washington’s military…
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If aliens are abducting Canadians, BC may be their favourite stop
An analysis dubbed the Alien Abduction Odds Index 2026 ranks B.C. as the top hotspot in the country, with an implied chance of one in fifty that an…
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London Drugs closing another Vancouver location over safety concerns
London Drugs is closing its Woodward’s location, citing persistent safety incidents and significant operating losses. Guest: Peter Meiszner - Vancouver City…
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Gander, Newfoundland proves its hospitality once again
For many people, the September 11th attacks were what introduced them to the small Newfoundland town of Gander. The way that local residents responded to the…
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The future of Venezuela and Greenland
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he plans to meet with Danish officials next week as the Trump administration talks more about its intention to acquire…
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Canadians may soon start paying more for their mobile phone plans
Statistics Canada reports that cellular service prices rose in October and November of 2025 — the first year-over-year increase in about 30 months. Guest: Matt…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Travel Best Bets with Claire Newell - January 7th, 2026
After a viral video of passengers jammed into tight seats, WestJet says it’s reducing legroom on some reconfigured planes to squeeze in an extra row and "keep…
- The Jill Bennett Show
How is Denmark feeling about the US's intention of acquiring Greenland?
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he plans to meet with Danish officials next week as the Trump administration talks more about its intention to acquire…
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British Columbia’s government spending just hit an historic high
A new report from the Fraser Institute says per-person, inflation-adjusted program spending reached nearly $13,700 in 2025—the highest level on record. A…
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How is Canada responding to the US/Venezuela situation?
How is Canada responding to the US/Venezuela situation? Guest: Ben Rowswell - Canada’s former ambassador to Venezuela Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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The Docket with Michael Shapray - January 6th, 2026
A new BC law allowing it to demand source of illicit money survives a court challenge. Guest: Michael Shapray - Lawyer with Stern Shapray Criminal Lawyers…
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Multiple Venezuelan security officers killed during US military operation
Officials say at least 24 Venezuelan security officers were killed in the dead-of-night U-S military operation to capture President Nicolas Maduro and take him…
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The future of Venezuela
There are still questions remaining about the future of Venezuela, and what the US role will ultimately be. Venezuelans say they are pleased with the removal…
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Groundbreaking study discovers how exercise protects the heart
A groundbreaking new study out of Nature Cardiovascular Research analyzed wearable activity-tracker data from more than 85,000 adults in the UK Biobank and…
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Will BC follow the trend of sending public sector workers back to the office?
Will BC follow the trend of sending public sector workers back to the office five days a week? Ontario and Alberta are mandating it as of today, but BC is…
- The Jill Bennett Show
B.C. property assessments are out!
B.C. property assessments are out! What you need to know about tax changes in B.C. New West Council calls for the role of auditor general to include Metro Van…
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The best hot pot restaurants to try out
Richard Wolak dishes out his recommendations for the best hot pot restaurants in the city! Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn…
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Parking scams in Whistler!
A fake QR-code scam is running rampant in Whistler parking lots. Guest: Claudiu Popa - One of Canada's top Cybersecurity experts, Co-Founder of Learn more…
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The latest on the Surrey extortion problem Feat. Elenore Sturko
MLA Elenore Sturko joins us to discuss the latest on the Surrey extortion problem. Guest: Elenore Sturko - Independent MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale Learn more…
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What to expect while travelling to and from your New Years Eve festivities!
What to expect while travelling to and from your New Years Eve festivities Guest: Anita Bathe - Spokesperson at Translink Learn more about your ad choices…