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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 ShowAnti-Harassment Campaign Ensures You Have A Good Night Out
Over the years - especially on weekend nights - Granville Street has become messy, somewhat of a gong show, and often dangerous. Local anti-harassment campaign…
The Jill Bennett ShowHousing The Homeless In The Winter Months
With the first snowflakes hitting the ground yesterday, Union Gospel Mission opened 20 new shelter spaces. Guest: Derek Weiss - Spokesperson for Union Gospel…
The Jill Bennett ShowGoings On in BC Politics
Guest: Mike Smyth, Province Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowBC Human Rights Commission Returns
The Province is re-establishing the British Columbia Human Rights Commission. To do this thoughtfully, feedback is being gathered to help guide decisions on…
The Jill Bennett ShowSoccer Fans Unite As Whitecaps Big Game Approaches
The city is still buzzing following the Vancouver Whitecaps’ first playoff victory in franchise history on home turf. The club is anticipating a big turnout…
The Jill Bennett ShowFirework Rules
When and where can you buy and launch your fireworks during the Halloween season? You might be surprised about the rules that surround the purchase and use of…
The Jill Bennett ShowRide Share in Smaller Communities
We talk a lot about Ride Share, such as Uber and Lyft, in Vanouver...But what about the smaller communities and surrounding cities? What is their take on the…
The Jill Bennett ShowRick's Picks - Jigsaw, Stranger Things & The Walking Dead
It's a scary, holloween style Rick's Picks this week. Guest: Rick Forchuk, Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowIpsos Is Releasing New Federal Polling Numbers Today
Ipsos is releasing new federal polling numbers today. The information is embargoed until 8AM ET will be published by Global. Guest: Darrell Bricker - CEO…
The Jill Bennett ShowAn Emergency Preparedness Session Designed For Loved Ones Of Military Members And First Responders
This weekend, the Mainland BC Military Family Resource Centre (BCMFRC) is putting families first and presenting an emergency preparedness session specifically…
The Jill Bennett ShowSurrey School Coalition To Hold A Rally In Surrey
Guest: Karen Tan - President Chair Surrey District Parent Advisory Council Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowMetro Vancouver's Transportation Plans Driven By Politics
Guest: Mike Klassen - Civic Affairs Columnist, Vancouver Courier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowDemocracy Watch May Take Ethics Commissioner To Court
Democracy Watch will take Ethics Commissioner to court if she doesn’t recuse herself from Morneau meeting and decisions – she is biased due to past advice on…
The Jill Bennett ShowTravel Best Bets: How to Pack Your Bags
It’s time for your Travel Best Bets! Every Sunday we take a look at the travel tips that will save your trip...and keep you in the loop on some ridiculous…
The Jill Bennett ShowUnderstanding the #MeToo Campaign
Guest: Lauren McKeon, Authour, The F-Bomb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowIs It Time For Uber or More Reviews?
Listener Feedback on Uber in BC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowCharges, Jail-Time & Deportation?
Talking about the complex issues in Immigration Law. Guest: Caily DiPuma, Acting Litigation Director of the BCCLA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe New Burrard Bridge
Guest: Neal Lamontagne, City Planner / Urbanist / Student (PhD @ UCLA) / Educator (UBC + Langara) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowKiller Sentenced to Life in Prison
Raymond Caissie has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 17 years for killing Surrey teen Serena Vermeersch in 2014. Guest: Robert…
The Jill Bennett ShowCould Dolphins Take Over The World?
Guest: Tristin Hopper, National Post Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowRick's Picks: Geo-Storm, The Simpsons & A Confusing Title
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The Jill Bennett ShowCelebrating Diwali
Diwali Fest events will be held this weekend in Surrey and throughout the lower mainland Guest: Kriti Dewan - Board Chair, Diwali Fest Learn more about your ad…
The Jill Bennett ShowCardiology Experts From Canada And Around The World Converge In Vancouver
Cardiology experts from Canada and around the world converge in Vancouver to brainstorm strategies to eradicate the impact of heart disease, showcase the…
The Jill Bennett ShowOut-Of-Town Homebuyers Have Driven Vancouver Prices Up 5-10%
Out-Of-Town Homebuyers Have Driven Vancouver Prices Up 5-10% Guest: Jack Favilukis - UBC Sauder School of Business Professor Learn more about your ad choices…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe One-year Anniversary Of The Federal Healthy Eating Strategy
Saturday, October 21, 2017, is the one-year anniversary of the federal Healthy Eating Strategy (HES), which has set out a goal to help make the healthier…
The Jill Bennett ShowBritish Columbians Would Not Legalize Other Drugs
British Columbians Would Not Legalize Other Drugs Guest: Mario Canseco - Vice President, Public Affairs, Insights West Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowA Story About A Lovable Pack Dog Named 'Harry'
Join bestselling author Chris Czajkowski--and her gregarious and lovable pack dog Harry--for a slide show based on her new book, Harry: A Wilderness Dog Saga…
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat To Do About Sexual Abuse And Harassment In The Workplace
Jill discusses the Harvey Weinstein case and takes your calls about how to deal with sexual harassment in the workplace. Learn more about your ad choices…
The Jill Bennett ShowPresident Trump Still Threatening To Rip Up NAFTA
As the fourth round of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) renegotiations get underway, there is still understandable concern that U.S. President…
The Jill Bennett ShowVancouver Byelection: NPA Hector Bremner Wins Council Seat, New School Board Elected
Guest: HECTOR BREMNER - NEWLY ELECTED VANCOUVER CITY COUNCILLOR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowMike Bernier Has Dropped Out Of The BC Liberal Leadership Race
Mike Bernier has dropped out of the BC Liberal Leadership race ahead of the first Liberal Leadership Debate, which takes place later today. Guest: Vaughn…
The Jill Bennett ShowAsking Fossil Fuel Companies To Pay Their Share Of Climate Costs
On Thursday, the City of Victoria voted nearly unanimously to send a "Climate Accountability Letter" to 20 of the world's largest fossil fuel companies, asking…
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
Movie picks of the week! The Foreigner, Happy Death Day, And More!Guest: Rick Forchuk - Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowIf You're In Vancouver... VOTE!
Vancouver By-Election Guest: Janice MacKenzie - City of Vancouver Chief Election Officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat You Need To Know About Use, Abuse, Addiction And Treatment
Public Health Agency of Canada found an estimated 2,458 people died of opioid overdoses in 2016 and of this number, 982 were from BC. This year the number of…
The Jill Bennett ShowCelebrating The Life Of Big John
During the early morning hours of Friday Sept 15th Ladner legend “Big John” passed away peacefully in his sleep at his lifelong home on Westminster Avenue in…
The Jill Bennett ShowThe State Of Newton Is An Opportunity For The Business Community
The State of Newton is an opportunity for the business community to engage in a dialogue that showcases the upcoming investment opportunities for Newton. The…
The Jill Bennett ShowB.C. Unveils Framework For Electoral Reform Referendum
Guest: Max Cameron - Director, Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions, UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowShould Local Buyers Come Before Foreign Buyers?
Jill Takes Your Calls on Vancouver's mayor giving locals first crack at condo pre-sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowProvince Appoints Minimum Wage Commission
Guest: Marjorie Griffin-Cohen - Economist and a Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies at Simon Fraser University…
The Jill Bennett ShowVancouver's Mayor Makes Move To Give Locals First Crack At Condo Pre-sales
Guest: Michael Geller - Architect,planner,developer, educator and blogger at http://www.gellersworldtravel.blogspot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowFright Nights At The PNE Returns This Weekend!
BOO! Fright Nights at the PNE returns this weekend! Guest: Jeff Strickland - VP of Operations, PNE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowInspiring More Women To Explore Aviation
Achieve Anything Foundation launches a new series of hands-on experience events to inspire more women in Aviation, Aerospace, Marine & Defence and other STEM…
The Jill Bennett ShowProvinces Fail To Meet Deadline To Protect Threatened Boreal Forest Caribou Habitats
The provinces were given 5 years to develop plans but none made the Oct. 5 deadline Guest: Katherine Capot-Blanc - Acting lands director of the Fort Nelson…
The Jill Bennett ShowA Canadian Has Pleaded Guilty To Charges Of Plotting Attacks In New York City
A Canadian has pleaded guilty to charges of plotting attacks in New York City for the so-called Islamic State in the summer of 2016. Guest: David Akin - Global…
The Jill Bennett ShowWildlife Advocates Upset Over RCMPs Order For 4000 Muskrat Hats
The RCMP considered phasing out its fur hats, but they say muskrat is best for cold, wet conditions Guest: Alan Herscovici - Former Fxec VP, Fur Council of…
The Jill Bennett ShowWhat To Do About The Growing Used Needle Problem In Vancouver
What can the city do about Vancouvers growing used needle problem? Jill takes your calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett ShowB.C. Municipal Politicians Vote In Favour Of Election Finance Reform
B.C. Municipal Politicians Vote In Favour Of Election Finance ReformGuest: Lisa Helps - Victoria Mayor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowSo You Want To Liquidate Your Aging Condo Building…
Some condominiums are now being viewed as redevelopment sites Guest: Michael Geller - Columnist, Vancouver Courier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Jill Bennett ShowFacing Eviction Over Parking, Surrey Renters Say There Has To Be Another Way
Facing Eviction Over Parking, Surrey Renters Say There Has To Be Another Way Guest: Patrick Condon - Professor of urban design at the University of British…
The Jill Bennett ShowVancouver Businesses Call For B.C. Government To Expand Access To Clean Drugs
Vancouver Businesses Call For B.C. Government To Expand Access To Clean Drugs Guest: Landon Hoyt - Hastings Crossing BIA Executive Director Learn more about…
The Jill Bennett ShowBilingual Jury Ready For Lac-Mégantic Trial
Bilingual Jury Ready For Lac-Mégantic Trial Guest: Mike Armstrong - Global News Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jill Bennett Show“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week!
“Rick’s Picks” - Movie picks of the week! American Made, Flatliners, Battle Of The Sexes, and more! Guest: Rick Forchuk - Movie blogger at Rick’s Picks Learn…
The Jill Bennett ShowB.C. Small Businesses Bristle At Proposed Federal Tax Changes
B.C. Small Businesses Bristle At Proposed Federal Tax Changes Guest: Iain Black - President and CEO, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Learn more about your ad…
The Jill Bennett ShowB.C. Needs To Support Workers' Mental Health And Mandate Paid Sick Leave
B.C. Needs To Support Workers' Mental Health And Mandate Paid Sick Leave Guest: Ryan Painter - Mental health activist, volunteer with the Canadian Mental…
The Jill Bennett ShowA Number Of Families In Expensive Parts Of Metro Vancouver Claim To Be “Low Income”
A study says homes in Richmond, Downtown Eastside have similar levels of low-income and working-aged people. Guest: Andy Yan - Director, The City Program at…
The Jill Bennett ShowA New Report Says Middle-class Families Are Paying More Taxes
A Report Says Middle-class Families Are Paying More Taxes, Despite Liberal Claims Guest: Charles Lammam - Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute…
The Jill Bennett ShowLife At A Refugee Camp
Many in Canada have opened their communities, homes and hearts to refugees lucky enough to make it here fleeing war torn countries. Not many, however, have…
The Jill Bennett ShowDianne Watts Expected To Announce BC Liberal Candidacy Today
BC Liberal Leadership Race - Sam Sullivan announced his candidacy on Thursday, Dianne Watts expected to announce today, Andrew Wilkinson and Mike Bernier have…
The Jill Bennett ShowWill Big Money Ever Be Gone From Civic Campaigns In Vancouver?
Will Big Money Ever Be Gone From Civic Campaigns In Vancouver? Guest: Andrea Reimer - Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…