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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
Raising doubts over the home-flipping tax, Protecting vulnerable road users, & Viewing next week's solar eclipse!
Critics are questioning the effectiveness of the recently introduced home-flipping tax. Guest: Tony Gioventu - Executive Director, Condominium Homeowners…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Sushi Masters of Vancouver!
Professional foodie Richard Wolak joins us to discuss the best Omakase experiences, sushi, and sashimi in Vancouver! Sushi Hil Restaurant - 3330 Main St…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Audi and Porsche caught going over 200 km/h!
Audi and Porsche caught going over 200 km/h! Guest: Cpl. Melissa Jongema - Media Relations Officer, BC Highway Patrol Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Could grocers be sued for selling processed foods?, Bonuses for CMHC more than $27 million in 2023 & B.C. hospital memo raises safety concerns over patients' drug use
Could grocers be sued for selling processed foods? Jeff Guignard - Executive Director, ABLE BC New legislation paves the way for police reform Richard Zussman…
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State of Downtown 2024 Report
Jane Talbot, Downtown Van CEO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Travel news with Claire Newell, Shoplifting in Richmond, & Downtown growth!
Travel news with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets! Shoplifting running rampant in Richmond! Downtown Vancouver poised for growth amid challenges Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Taxes! Taxes! Taxes!
Many Canadians have already filed their taxes, but the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has now paused new reporting requirements for bare trusts, giving thousands…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Protecting renters and landlords, NEXUS application fees going up, & Filing your taxes!
More protections for renters, parents, landlords, & families! Guest: Jinjae Jeong - Articled Student, Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC) Work is underway…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Don't expect steep discounts on post-Easter chocolate this year!
Some experts are saying stores may not be offering steep discounts on post-Easter chocolate this year! Guest: Bruce Winder - Retail Analyst and President of…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Billion dollar national food program, Going to church on Easter, & Comparing federal and provincial votes!
The federal government plans to spend one-billion-dollars over the next five years on a national school food program. Do people still go to church on Easter…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC Ferries wage increase, Banning Tik Tok in Canada, & A warning about pet rabbits!
BC Ferries employees are receiving a major wage increase! A new poll finds that more than half of Canadians support a ban of the social media app TikTok…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Carbon tax debate, Short-term rental exemptions, & Moving to Alberta!
Carbon tax debate between the NDP and BC United! Government gives an exemption to some STR owners. Many BC residents are moving to Alberta! Are they on to…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Bill's Beat: Addressing the Carbon Tax, Skyrocketing costs for a water treatment plant, & Discussing the cost-of-living crisis!
The Carbon tax remains a hot topic ahead of the BC election. Wastewater treatment plant costs go through the roof! Plus Mike and Bill discuss talk about the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Changing Translink's governance structure, Restaurants closing throughout Vancouver, & The Martin Mars bomber is coming to Victoria!
TransLink's wacky governance structure needs to change. Why are we seeing a spike in restaurant closures in Metro Vancouver? The Martin Mars bomber is coming…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Allowing rent payments to count towards credit scores!
Companies that already offer ways to allow rent payments to count toward credit scores are welcoming the plan by the federal government to make the practice…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Travel news with Claire Newell, Trudeau proposes reform for renters, & Weird food combinations!
The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets. Trudeau's proposing new reforms for renters amid housing crunch. Finally, we discuss weird food…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Diminishing family doctor numbers, Small drug seizures, & Baltimore bridge collapse!
A new report shows that BC's funding model is seeing a boost in family doctors while numbers drop elsewhere. Vancouver Police data has confirmed there was a…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Debating the ethics and legalities of cloning your pets!
We bring on an animal lawyer to discuss the ethics and legalities of cloning your pets! Guest: V Victoria Shroff KC - Vancouver animal law lawyer Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Transforming the North Shore into a healthier community
The North Shore Primary Care Network is unveiling a transformative healthcare initiative to curate a healthier community. Guest: Dr. Dean Brown - Family Doctor…
- The Jill Bennett Show
What to expect from the Massey Tunnel changes!
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure says the George Massey Tunnel’s counterflow operations are changing beginning March 11. Guest: Jill McKnight…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Canadians cutting back on groceries, Preventing auto thefts, & Travelling for cheap!
A new study shows Canadians are spending less and less on groceries. Homeowners in Toronto are now installing bollards to thwart auto thefts! Do you only…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Kate Middleton undergoing chemotherapy, Uber/Lyft being sued, & The ethics of CLONING your pets!
Kate Middleton says her recent surgery found cancer, and is now undergoing chemotherapy. Uber/Lyft is being sued over an alleged lack of accessibility. The…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Outdoor music festival shot down, Coquitlam mayor almost loses his head, & Decreasing immigration rates!
The head of one of Western Canada’s top live entertainment companies is blasting the City of Vancouver, after a planned two-day outdoor music festival, which…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Chopping down trees in Stanley Park, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Ditching the monarchy!
Is chopping trees down in Stanley Park necessary? The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! Almost half of Canadians would prefer an…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Fat people are being marginalized, and so are their thin partners!
Researchers are finding that Fat people are marginalized, and so are their thin partners! Guest: Cory Pedersen - Psychology Instructor at Kwantlen Polytechnic…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Legendary CKNW reporter George Garrett passes away, Clear-cutting 1/3 of Stanley Park's trees, & Toxic drug deaths!
Legendary CKNW reporter George Garrett has passed away. Guest: John Daly - Former Global News Reporter and CKNW Host Guest: Jon McComb - Former CKNW Host…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Researchers at U-B-C say they may have identified a new population of open-ocean orcas!
Researchers at U-B-C say they may have identified a new population of open-ocean orcas. Guest: Josh McInnes - Masters student in the UBC Institute for the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Talking science with Jason Tetro, Looking ahead to the October election, & Getting ahead on wildfire season!
Talking science with microbiologist Jason Tetro! Despite heavy criticism, polls show the BC NDP are still the top choice ahead of the October election. Getting…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Getting ahead on this year's wildfire season!
Getting ahead on this year's wildfire season! Guest: John Vaillant - Author of Fire Weather: The Making Of A Beast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Surrey early learning program at risk, Massey Tunnel counterflow frustration, & less celebration for St. Patrick's Day!
Surrey Families are calling on the BC Government to fund early learning program "Strong Start for Children", as its defunding threatens 25 locations that serve…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Scanning receipts at grocery stores, "Affordable" rental apartments, & Shared E-scooter system in Vancouver!
Should you have to scan your receipt to exit a grocery store? Chrystia Freeland is touting an 'affordable' development renting 330-square-foot units for…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Recent study finds massive benefits of endometriosis surgery!
A recent BC Women’s Hospital study finds significant benefits of endometriosis surgery in reducing pain and enhancing quality of life for patients. Guest: Dr…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Loblaw facing backlash as it tests receipt scanners at self-checkout stations
Should you have to scan your receipt to exit the grocery store? Loblaw is facing backlash as it tests receipt scanners at its self-checkout stations. Guest…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Restricting short-term rentals in Tofino, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Banning TikTok in the US?!
Tofino is asking for restrictions on short-term rentals. Why? Travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! Finally, could we see a ban of TikTok in the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
House passes a bill that could lead to a US ban of TikTok!
House passes a bill that could lead to a US ban of TikTok! Guest: Chris Olson - President at The Media Trust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Using emojis to increase tipping?!
A new study finds that adding emojis to service transactions can increase tipping by up to 30%. Guest: Sarah Lefebvre - Associate Professor of Marketing…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Addressing systemic anti-Semitism in Vancouver
Addressing systemic anti-Semitism in Vancouver Guest: Rabbi Jonathan Infeld - Chair, Rabbinical Association of Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Higher penalties for truck drivers, Addressing systemic Anti-Semitism, & Boomers moving back in with their kids!
Commercial truck drivers will now face significantly higher penalties for hitting overpasses. Addressing systemic anti-Semitism in BC. Finally, we learn why…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Measles, building co-op housing in Vancouver, & Recapping the Oscars!
Talking measles with Dr. Brian Conway! Councillor Sarah Kirby-Yung will be bringing forward a new motion to create more co-op housing in the City of Vancouver…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Anti-Semitism in BC politics, Getting more women in the outdoor sector, & Adjusting to Daylight Savings Time!
Taking a look at anti-Semitism in BC politics. Trans Canada Trail is working to get more women working in the outdoor sector! Tips + tricks to deal with the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
MLA Selina Robinson pens brazen letter, Providing accessible Uber rides, & Auto inventory making a comeback!
MLA Selina Robinson pens an open letter regarding her resignation from the BC NDP Caucus. Guest: Nico Slobinsky - Vice President, Pacific Region, Centre for…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Magic mushroom dispensary gets its business license back, Travel news with Claire Newell, & Nikki Haley suspends US presidential campaign!
A Vancouver magic mushroom dispensary is getting its business license back. The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! Republican Nikki…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Time for our monthly food segment with Richard Wolak!
Todays: topic: New Restaurants! Skye Avenue Kitchen & Lounge –13450 102 Ave unit 190, Surrey — instagram @skyeavenuesurrey Ramson’s Pizzeria and Bar — 758 W…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Conservation officer oversight, BC's first case of measles, & Laws around mobility scooters!
North Vancouver backs calls for conservation officer oversight. Guest: Ellie Lamb - Wildlife Advisor for Pacific Wild BC confirms its first case of measles…
- The Jill Bennett Show
SCOTUS rules on Trump Ballot, the Stigma around long-term care, & Gardening tips for spring!
US Supreme Court has ruled that states cannot ban Trump from the 2024 Presidential ballot, & Nikki Haley wins Washington, D.C. Republican Primary. C.E.O of BC…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Dr. Bonnie Henry discusses measles outbreak & prevention
Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry concerns over the rise in measles cases in BC and what British Columbians must do to protect themselves. Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Brian Mulroney took risks on issues that mattered
Brian Mulroney took risks on issues that mattered Elon Musk sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman over contract breach Vancouver BIA (Business Improvement…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Gaps in rental tenancy protections, new report finds
New report on pandemic evictions has highlighted gaps in rental tenancy protections amidst successful protective measures Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
New Restaurants in Vancouver
Monthly food segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Jill Bennett Show
Bringing your child to work, Ottawa unveils national Pharmachare plan, & Classic novels removed from Surrey school's curriculum!
The benefits and challenges of bringing your child to work. Ottawa unveils its national Pharmacare plan. Classics like “To Kill a Mockingbird” and "Of Mice and…
- The Jill Bennett Show
How climate change is shifting wine narrative on the West Coast in 2024
How climate change is shifting wine narrative on the West Coast in 2024. Guest: LeAnn Froese - Co-Owns Town Hall Brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Raising money for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign!
Building Community and Raising money for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. Guest: Robin Scobie - Grandmothers Regional Liason Learn more about your ad…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC Conservatives pushing for no more portables, Learning your air passenger rights, & Hockey Canada trial to be heard by jury!
BC Conservatives are pressing this agenda of no portables, and potentially larger class sizes. Rights for air passengers... do you know them? The five former…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Can the local ski season be saved?!
Can the local ski season be saved? Will this upcoming snow/wet rain be enough for one final push? Guest: Michael Balling-all - Senior Vice President, Big White…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Hotel price gouging, BC's minimum wage increasing to $17.40/hour, & Richmond turning its back on safe-injection sites!
Hotels for Taylor Swift's 3-day Vancouver Eras Tour extravaganza are posting incredibly high numbers, to the tune of 6-to-10 times higher than their regular…
- The Jill Bennett Show
New BC tax aimed at home-flippers, Canadian migration to US impacting visa waits, & WestJet and Flair airlines adding costs!
BC Budget trying to bring families back into the housing mix with new tax aimed at home-flippers. The U.S. has noticed that migration to its country isn’t just…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Do you feel comfortable in your workplace reporting sexual misconduct?
B.C. looks to be among the Provinces where most misconduct takes place. Do you feel comfortable in your workplace reporting sexual misconduct? Guest: Angela…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC to provide IVF treatment, Lynx Air set to cease operation, & One-on-one with comedian Chelsea Handler!
BC is to begin funding one free IVF treatment round starting in 2025. Lynx Air announces its plans to cease operations after filing for creditor protection…
- The Jill Bennett Show
One-on-one with legendary comedian Chelsea Handler!
Comedian Chelsea Handler is stopping in Vancouver next month as part of her Little Big Bitch tour, and we were lucky enough to have a quick chat with her!…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Proposed Land Act changes get derailed, & Detailing the BC budget!
Indigenous leaders say political opposition in British Columbia derailed a plan that would have cleared the way for shared decision-making between the province…