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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
Meal-delivery worker stabbed in the throat and chest
A witness says that a local meal-delivery worker who was stabbed in the throat & chest still tried to fulfill his order. Guest: Klara McCallum - Nursing…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 15, 2022: Buntzen Lake parking lot, Vancouver Public Library, & Queen Elizabeth
On today's show: Should September 19th be a holiday? Buntzen Lake parking pilot successful in reducing traffic congestion, improving safety. New Vancouver…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Changing the way we think about age
It’s time for us as Canadians to have a conversation about ageism. Guest: Dan Levitt - CEO, Kin Village Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 14, 2022: Adrian Dix speech, Travel news, & Closing schools for the Queen
On today's show: Adrian Dix speech provides few details about changes needed in health-care system Travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! BC…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC schools to close on Monday for day of mourning to mark Queen Elizabeth’s funeral
BC schools to close on Monday for day of mourning to mark Queen Elizabeth’s funeral. Guest: Sarah Leamon - Lawyer with the Sarah Leamon Law Group Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Adrian Dix speech provides few details about changes needed in health-care system
Adrian Dix speech provides few details about changes needed in health-care system. Guest: Merlin Blackwell - Mayor of Clearwater Learn more about your ad…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 13, 2022: National holiday for the Queen, Air Canada damages woman's wheelchair, & Working multiple jobs!
On today's show: Canada announces a national holiday to mark Queen Elizabeth’s death. Will B.C. follow suit? MP calls out Air Canada over damage to woman’s…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Delta MP calls out Air Canada over damage to woman’s wheelchair
Delta MP Carla Qualtrough is calling out Air Canada over damage to woman’s wheelchair. Guest: Carla Qualtrough - Minister of employment, workforce development…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Sept 12, 2022: Pierre Poilievre, Illegal sockeye sales, & Falling victim to scams!
On today's show: Pierre Poilievre elected leader of the Conservative Party of Canada Illegal sockeye sales rampant along the Fraser River. The health impacts…
- The Jill Bennett Show
VPD makes arrest after meal-delivery worker attacked by stranger
VPD makes arrest after meal-delivery worker brutally attacked by stranger. Guest: Sergeant Steve Addison - VPD Media Relations Officer Learn more about your ad…
The Jill Bennett ShowSept. 9, 2022: Queen's legacy, Dogs on patios & Cycling event in Vancouver
On today's show: Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy: a look back at key moments during her historic reign We’ve had two summers of dogs being allowed on patios, how…
The Jill Bennett Show‘I feel my life is less-than’: Woman says she’s stuck abroad after Air Canada ‘broke’ her wheelchair
Woman says she’s stuck abroad after Air Canada ‘broke’ her wheelchair Guest: Mayaan Ziv - Canadian stranded abroad due to damaged wheelchair Learn more about…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 8, 2022: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has passed away aged 96
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has passed away aged 96. Guests: Kenneth Lane - With the Monarchist League of Canada Sharron Molcak - Has one of the largest…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 7, 2022: BCGEU tentative deal, Travel news, & Living with dementia!
On today's show: BC General Employees’ Union reaches tentative deal with province The Bank of Canada is hiking it's key interest rate to 3.25%, and they say…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Bank of Canada hikes key interest rate to 3.25%
The Bank of Canada is hiking its key interest rate to 3.25%, and it's not done yet! Guest: Angela Calla - Mortgage Expert and Author, Host of the Mortgage Show…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BCGEU reach tentative deal with the province
BC General Employees’ Union reaches tentative deal with province. Guest: Stephanie Smith - BCGEU President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 6, 2022: Masks in schools, Air traveller protections, & Saskatchewan stabbing suspect
On today's show: Should kids be wearing masks as they return to school? New protections for air travellers come into force this week... but critics say they…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The new UK Prime Minister has ties to Burnaby!
The new UK Prime Minister has ties to Burnaby! Guest: Brenda Montagano - Was in the same class as Ms. Truss and is a current teacher at Parkcrest Elementary in…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 2, 2022: Cannabis distribution, COVID boosters, & Back-to-school tech!
On today's show: An innovative program in Vancouver for cannabis distribution just received Health Canada approval. Fall COVID Boosters and Back to School…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Fall COVID Boosters and Back to School COVID Safety
Fall COVID Boosters and Back to School COVID Safety Guest: Jason Tetro - Microbiologist with a specialty in emerging pathogens and Host of the Super Awesome…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Tentative agreement reached for more than 60,000 healthcare workers
Tentative agreement reached for more than 60,000 healthcare workers Guest: Meena Brisard - Hospital Employees’ Union Spokesperson and Lead Negotiator Learn…
- The Jill Bennett Show
September 1, 2022: Growth of bureaucracy, Living in BC, & Tricia Barker leaving her party!
On today's show: The growth of bureaucracy: Should the government be focused on motivating private sector job growth or is bloating up government jobs a better…
- The Jill Bennett Show
NPA Park Board Commissioner Tricia Barker announces she’s leaving the party
NPA Park Board Commissioner Tricia Barker announces she’s leaving the party Guest: Tricia Barker - Leaving the NPA to join TEAM as Park Board candidate in…
- The Jill Bennett Show
The struggle of finding student housing
CKNW's own Eric Chapman comes on to discuss the ever-growing struggle students are facing in trying to find housing. Guest: Eric Chapman - CKNW Contributor…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Pay rates for many BC paramedics are stuck in a previous era
Pay rates for many BC paramedics are stuck in a previous era. Guest: Troy Clifford - Ambulance Paramedics Union President & an active paramedic Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 31, 2022: Medical cannabis, Travel news, & Alcohol guidelines!
On today's show: How were medical cannabis users impacted by the BCGEU strike? The latest travel news with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets? Today is…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Today is International Overdose Awareness Day
Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Drug users from across the province held a press conference to address the 10,000 lives lost to illicit drugs…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 30, 2022: Vancouver Mayoral race, Random assaults, & BC Government report!
On today's show: How many is TOO many mayoral candidates? Talking bank profits with Rob Levy! Man charged after assaulting three strangers in Vancouver. Taking…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Taking a deep dive into the annual BC Government report
Taking a deep dive into the annual BC Government report Guest: Rob Shaw - CHEKTV News Legislative Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Fred Harding announces he's running for Mayor of Vancouver
Fred Harding has announced that he's running for Mayor of Vancouver. Is this TOO many candidates? Guest: Dan Fumano - Vancouver Sun and Province Columnist…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 29, 2022: Chinese-language newspapers, Learning from Seattle, & Chrystia Freeland
On today's show: Chinese Canadian seniors left behind as many Chinese-language newspapers stop printing. In Seattle, they're doing something better than a tent…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 26, 2022: Tik Tok is the new Google, Drought's impact on trade, & Garden management!
On today's show: A long-time Langley politician is joining the race for mayor of the township. Move over Google, TikTok's the new search engine now! How do…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 25, 2022: Family doctors, Doug McCallum promises a new stadium, & Selling natural gas!
On today's show: Will the NDP committing $118 million to family doctors help the healthcare crisis? Will pet therapy help with burnout? Is Doug McCallum’s…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 24, 2022: Life in Ukraine, Removing DTES structures, & BCGEU strike's impact on the cannabis industry!
On today's show: Talking Ukraine Independence Day & life in Ukraine amid the Russian invasion How will removing structures from the DTES impact unhoused…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Will appointing a new CNO help British Columbia's healthcare crisis?
Will appointing a new CNO help British Columbia's healthcare crisis? Guest: Michael Sandler - CEO of the Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Bringing Awareness to Cigarette Butt Litter
Bringing Awareness to Cigarette Butt Litter Guest: Yasmin Schepens - Alum from the Ocean Wise youth program Ocean Bridge Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 23, 2022: BC healthcare crisis, Russian sanctions, & Grouse Mountain gondola!
On today's show: Will appointing a new CNO help British Columbia's healthcare crisis? Are we doing enough to staff our hospitals? Will imposing more sanctions…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Why are we seeing a surge in infectious diseases?
Why are we seeing a surge in infectious diseases? Guest: Jason Tetro - Microbiologist with a specialty in emerging pathogens and Host of the Super Awesome…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 22, 2022: BCGEU strike, Infectious diseases, & Downtown Eastside crime!
On today's show: How are wineries coping with the BCGEU strike? Why are we seeing a surge in infectious diseases? Why involuntary care won’t solve the…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 19, 2022: BCGEU strike forces liquor rationing!
On today's show: In response to the BCGEU strike causing disruptions in the supply chain, BC liquor stores are to begin rationing liquor sales. Learn more…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Missing wolf found safe, ending 72-hour search
Wolf missing from Greater Vancouver Zoo found safe, ending 72-hour search. Guest: Gary Allan - Owner, SWELL Wolf Education Centre Learn more about your ad…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC to begin rationing liquor amid ongoing strike
An industry group says BC is to begin rationing liquor amid ongoing strike. Guest: Stephanie Smith - President of the BCGEU Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 18, 2022: BC Ferries, Business bankruptcies, & Christine Sinclair!
On today's show: Record first quarter ferry traffic supports first quarter net income gains. Business bankruptcies are on the rise, but account for only 10% of…
- The Jill Bennett Show
BC cannabis stores bracing for emptier shelves
BC cannabis stores brace for emptier shelves as strike stops provincial shipments Guest: Vikram Sachdeva - Founder and CEO of Seed & Stone Learn more about…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 17, 2022: Travel news with Claire Newell, Zellers returns, & Advice from Dr. Google!
On today's show: The latest travel news/deals with Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets Hudson's Bay to resurrect discount retail chain Zellers! Are you guilty…
- The Jill Bennett Show
North Shore Rescue rescues golden retriever on the North Shore
North Shore Rescue rescues dog on the North Shore! Guest: Don Jardine - North Shore Rescue Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- The Jill Bennett Show
There's MORE labour disruption on the horizon
Government Licensed Professionals from the BC public service serve strike notice Guest: Melissa Moroz - PEA Labour Relations Officer and Acting Executive…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Escaped wolves prompt the closure of the Greater Vancouver Zoo
Escaped wolves prompt the closure of the entire Greater Vancouver Zoo. Guest: Gary Allan - Owner, SWELL Wolf Education Centre Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 16, 2022: BC overdose deaths, Racism at a Richmond train station, & Medically assisted dying
On today's show: BC's chief coroner says more than 10-thousand people have died due to illicit drugs since the province declared a public health emergency in…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 15, 2022: Ambulance wait-times, Random assaults, & Mosquitos!
On today's show: A BC senior died while waiting for ambulance. Is this a sign of the times? Random assaults are becoming a frequent occurrence in Downtown…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 12, 2022: Preventing homelessness, Turning on the taps, & Testing Canadian sewage!
On today's show: What is the federal government doing to prevent homelessness? West End water features remain dry. A petition is going around asking the Park…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 11, 2022: Riverview Hospital, Broken elevators, & Hastings decampment!
On today's show: Officials question whether Riverview Hospital should reopen Residents of 21-storey Vancouver condo frustrated after 2nd elevator breaks down…
- The Jill Bennett Show
21-storey Vancouver condo residents frustrated after both elevators break down
Residents of 21-storey Vancouver condo frustrated after 2nd elevator breaks down. Guest: David - Resident of The Sterling Learn more about your ad choices…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Officials are questioning whether Riverview Hospital should reopen
With mental health calls on the rise, officials question whether Riverview Hospital should reopen – and whether or not involuntary admissions to hospitals are…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 10, 2022: Taxi shooting in Surrey, Reopening Riverview hospital, & Anjali Appadurai running for BC NDP
On today's show: A taxi passenger is dead, and a driver seriously injured in daylight Surrey shooting. Do we need to reopen Riverview Psychiatric Hospital?…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Proposal for new regional park on Bowen Island Includes camping opportunities
Metro Vancouver Proposal for New Regional Park on Bowen Island Includes Camping Opportunities. Guest: John McEwen - Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Regional Parks…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Anjali Appadurai running to be the next leader of the BC NDP/BC premier
Anjali Appadurai will be running to be the next leader of the BC NDP and BC premier. The David Eby coronation is hitting a speed bump. Anjali's focus will be…
- The Jill Bennett Show
Jill with Mohan King of the BC Taxi Association
A taxi passenger is dead, and a driver seriously injured in daylight Surrey shooting. Guest: Mohan Kang - President, BC Taxi Association Learn more about your…
- The Jill Bennett Show
August 9, 2022: Tents on East Hastings, Hockey Canada, & Recycling plastics!
On today's show: Those living in tents along Hastings street have been warned to move along Hockey Canada dropped non-disclosure agreement with sexual assault…
- The Jill Bennett Show
British Columbians keep pets cool with AC despite costs
British Columbians are keeping pets cool with AC despite costs. Guest: Susie Rieder - BC Hydro Media Relations Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices…