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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
Travel Best Bets with Claire Newell - July 8, 2026
Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets comes on to unpack the biggest stories in the travel sector! Guest: Claire Newell - President/Founder Travel Best Bets Learn…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Massey Tunnel replacement cost has skyrocketed to $8.5 billion
The provincial government now says the price tag for the Massey Tunnel Replacement has ballooned to $8.5 billion, more than double the original estimate... and…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The pros and cons of a 15-minute city
The phrase 15 minute city can get very different responses - some say it sounds lovely - others equate it to government control. Expert voices are now calling…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket with Molly Shamess - July 7, 2026
The Docket with Molly Shamess: 1. New BC government program targeting chronic property crime offenders. 2. Civil forfeiture is being used to target vehicles…
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Learning more about the proposed Alberta to BC pipeline project
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans for a new one-million-barrel-a-day pipeline that would largely follow the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Science says you should spend more time in nature
If you've ever gone for a walk in the woods, sat by the ocean, or simply spent an afternoon in the park and thought, "I feel better," it turns out that's not…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Kits Beach attack suspect released after only 2 days in custody
Police say a suspect allegedly struck a woman several times in the head with a large piece of driftwood at Kits Beach. He was arrested and charged with assault…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Highlighting some of the best food spots in Vancouver
Emeri is now open on Main Street. This matcha pop-up was wildly popular last year with lines down the block and now they have a permanent home on Main Street…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Should Granville Street become pedestrian-friendly all year-round?
Alberta and the federal government have unveiled a new plan to move ahead with a major oil pipeline project that could carry up to one million barrels of oil…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Unpacking one of the biggest celebrity weddings in the past few years
With A-list guests, heightened security, road closures and a media frenzy expected in Manhattan this weekend, Taylor Swift's wedding to Travis Kelce has become…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Alberta proposes new pipeline through southern BC
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government has proposed a route through southern B.C. for a new oil pipeline to Canada's West Coast. Guest: Bridgitte…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Could affordable housing help Surrey recruit more police officers, firefighters, nurses and teachers?
After the province ended its contract with the consortium designing the new Massey tunnel, new questions are being raised about whether there are unresolved…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Trump is walking away from CUSMA. What's next for Canada?
The Trump administration has decided not to extend the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, or CUSMA, triggering annual reviews instead of locking in another…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Are Canada's telecom companies violating consumer protection rules?
Canada's telecom regulator has launched a formal inquiry into wireless fees charged by Rogers Communications, Bell Canada and Telus Communications, claiming…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Alberta Premier Smith to unveil newly proposed pipeline
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is expected to unveil details today of a proposed new oil pipeline capable of carrying one million barrels a day to Canada's…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Trump is walking away from CUSMA
Today, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced that the United States would not agree to renew the CUSMA agreement in its current form. While many…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Another day, another Translink rate hike...
As of today, TransLink fares have gone up by about five per cent across the region, adding a bit more to the cost of getting around by bus, SkyTrain, or…
- The Jill Bennett Show
New book explores ambitious 1977 heist that many don't know about
A new book explores a massive Vancouver heist from 1977 that many people don't know about. Guest: Don Levers - Author, The Almost Perfect Heist Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Travel News with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets - July 1, 2026
Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets joins us on Canada Day to discuss the biggest headlines coming out of the travel sector. Guest: Claire Newell - President…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Surrey getting a new 10,000-seat arena
One of the most closely watched decisions of the year came down today from the U.S. Supreme Court. Surrey is getting a new arena. This 10,000-seat venue would…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Surrey Memorial Hospital performs first robotic-assisted surgery
Surrey Memorial Hospital has reached a major milestone in patient care, performing its first robotic-assisted surgery using the new da Vinci Xi surgical…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket with Michael Shapray - June 30, 2026
Today's stories: A youth was arrested for illegally riding an electric dirt bike. A BC court has restored the sentence of a motorcycle rider who filmed high…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Carney's condo bailout plan continues to draw mixed reactions
Earlier on the show, we spoke with Christine Boyle about the government's plan to turn thousands of unsold condominium units into affordable housing. We bring…
- The Jill Bennett Show
E-scooter injuries are becoming increasingly common. What can we do?
E-bikes, e-scooters, electric cargo bikes, one-wheels and other battery-powered devices are becoming increasingly common, but so are concerns about speed…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Vancouver City Hall vs. The Vancouver Park Board
The long-running power struggle between Vancouver City Hall and the Park Board has taken another turn. Guest: Brennan Bastyovansky - Vancouver Park Board…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Unpacking Carney's condo bailout plan
The BC and federal governments are defending their plan to turn thousands of unsold condominium units into affordable housing after critics labelled the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The best books to get you through the next month
Mary Ann-Yazedijan from the Book Warehouse joins us to highlight some of our favourite reads of the last month: The Caretaker by Marcus Kliewer (Vancouver…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Reviewing BC's no-fault auto insurance system
A major federal-provincial housing announcement has put British Columbia’s condo market back at the centre of a national debate. British Columbia’s no-fault…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Great news for a Burnaby theatre
After initially facing closure as early as June 30, the Michael J. Fox Theatre will now remain open to the public until July 2027. The decision follows a new…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Hamilton is pushing back against an AI data centre development
Hamilton has become ground zero in Canada's debate over artificial intelligence infrastructure. The city has approved a one-year pause on new AI data-centre…
- The Jill Bennett Show
It's been 5 years since the infamous BC heat dome. What have we learned?
This week marks five years since the unprecedented heat dome that shattered temperature records across British Columbia and claimed the lives of 619 people. A…
- The Jill Bennett Show
How do soccer players handle injuries during the World Cup?
How do professional athletes navigate injuries during a tournament? Guest: Ali Massoumi - Sports Fellow Chiropractor for the Vancouver Football Club Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Which Vancouver beaches are safe to swim at right now?
There are some Vancouver beaches you definitely shouldn't be swimming at. We break down which ones! Guest: Dr. Michael Schwandt - Vancouver Coastal Health…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Helping schools respond to student substance use
A national coalition of researchers, educators and health organizations has released new guidance aimed at helping Canadian schools prevent and respond to…
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Royal LePage releases Canada’s most affordable cities list - and no B.C. cities made the list
Guest: Adil Dinani, Founder of Dinani Group Real Estate Advisors at Royal LePage West Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC is finally tackling its chronic offender problem
The BC government is expanding a program aimed at reducing property crime and addressing the small number of repeat offenders responsible for a…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Metro-Vancouver is already urging residents to conserve water
Metro Vancouver is urging residents to conserve water as the region faces an unusually dry start to summer, dwindling snowpack and concerns about drought…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Travel Best Bets with Claire Newell - June 24, 2026
Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets joins us to discuss the biggest stories coming out of the travel sector. In today's segment, Claire shares an incredibly…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Catching the fish of a lifetime
The BC government is extending its controversial wolf reduction program for another five years as part of its efforts to protect endangered woodland caribou…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Cracking down on NDAs
A new report is calling on the B.C. government to crack down on the use of non-disclosure agreements, or NDAs, in cases involving workplace sexual harassment…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket With Michael Shapray - June 23, 2026
The Docket With Michael Shapray - June 23, 2026 Guest: Michael Shapray - Best selling author of Just Ask Wim; Down to Earth gardening questions answered Learn…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Highlighting the best of Quebecois cuisine
Since 2015, the BC government has been conducting wolf reduction programs in several regions of the province as part of efforts to recover endangered mountain…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Why does sunscreen misinformation spread so quickly online?
Lies about sunscreen do really well on social media. Why is this? Guest: Tim Caulfield - Professor, Faculty of Law and School of Public Health, University of…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Sustaining Canada's national child care program
Ottawa is adding an additional $5.4B for child care to sustain its national program over the next 2 years. Guest: Sharon Gregson - Spokesperson for the…
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Should vacant condos be turned into social housing?
In response, the federal and provincial governments have announced a $3-billion plan to purchase some vacant condos and convert them into affordable housing…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Monthly Wine Segment!
Guest: Geoff Moss, Owner of Lithica Wine Marketing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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New Surrey Police Board policy outlines when Chief can speak independently
Who gets to speak for a police department — and how much freedom should a police chief have to comment publicly on controversial issues? "Electrical…
- The Jill Bennett Show
This Nanaimo woman went viral for...kicking a cougar!
Gina Moore of Nanaimo came to the defense of her dwarf goats by kicking a wild cougar. Jill shares the story of a harrowing experience while caught in the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Cineplex reported highest May box office numbers since 2019
Guest: Steve Stebbing, Movie Critic at stevestebbing.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Jill Bennett Show
Prime Minister Carney and Premier Eby announce housing development subsidy
Guest: Bryn Davidson, owner of Lanefab Design/Build Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Jill Bennett Show
Liberals table a new First Nations clean drinking water bill with a crucial exemption
Guest: Mandy Gull-Masty, Federal Indigenous Services Minister Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Jill Bennett Show
Strengthening Canada's response to intimate partner violence
Kamloops MP Frank Caputo's "Bailey's Law" is one step away from becoming federal law. Named after Kelowna mother Bailey McCourt, who was killed by her former…
- The Jill Bennett Show
What is "Dusking" and why are people willing to travel for it?
What is "Dusking" and why are people willing to travel for it? That and more with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets. Guest: Claire Newell - President and…
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The sharp rise in e-scooter injuries among young people
The federal government is introducing sweeping new privacy legislation aimed at giving Canadians more control over their data, protecting children's…
- The Jill Bennett Show
A duo from Saanich are about to embark on The Race to Alaska!
A duo from Saanich are about to embark on one of the toughest and most unconventional races in North America... the Race to Alaska! It's a 1,200-kilometre…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The Docket with Michael Shapray - June 16, 2026
This week's stories: - B.C. Woman Guilty of Giving Fentanyl to Cat - Tim Hortons blaming franchisees for lower profits in lawsuit defence. - 12 year old…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Massey Tunnel replacement project facing renewed uncertainty
After years of planning and early construction work, the future of the Fraser River Tunnel Project is suddenly facing new uncertainty. Guest: Dylan Kruger -…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Why can't we have pedestrian-friendly events year-round?
After days of uncertainty in the Middle East, the United States and Iran say they've reached a peace framework that could bring an end to the latest conflict…
- The Jill Bennett Show
B.C. mother says she's running out of time to save her son's life
Nine-year-old Nathan Hepburn has a rare and dangerous brain condition that doctors say could eventually cause a catastrophic brain bleed. After treatments in…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Monthly Beer Segment!
Guest: Tamara Vidito, craft beer marketer and contributor to the B.C. Ale Trail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices