Mornings with Simi

An unimaginable amount of children in Canada are considered to be “Undocumented”, and it’s been a continuous problem for those immigrating into Canada. Guest: Sarah Pole, Director of the Childhood Arrivals Support & Advocacy Program at Justice for Youth and Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Friday the premier was still indicating that Selina Robinson was remaining in cabinet, albeit with work to do, but Monday morning, she was gone. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Satellites are crucial pieces of technology that GPS, communication and commerce depend on, and they are facing an increase in cyber attacks. Guest: Dr. Gregory J Falco, Assistant Professor Cornell University, Aerospace & Systems Engineering Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Scotts Thoughts: Is there no dignity in politics anymore? Simi and Scott discuss the idea that there is no longer any dignity or accountability in politics today. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 2: View From Victoria: We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: How Carrie Best changed Canada for the better Carrie Best founded "The Clarion” in 1946, a groundbreaking publication that addressed racial and social issues. The newspaper covered a wide range of topics, including segregation, employment discrimination, and racial profiling. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Seg 4: The Grammy’s The Grammy Awards were last night and we rundown some of the big winners and some of the best performances of the night. Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Seg 5: Is there enough security at the Vancouver courthouse? Kenyon Thomas Lavallee is facing two assault charges after allegedly attacking a Crown Prosecutor near the 222 Main St. courthouse on Friday. These assaults have raised concerns about the vulnerability of those working in courthouses. Guest: Adam Dalrymple, President of the B.C. Crown Counsel Association Seg 6: What’s calling all the defects with Boeing airplanes? Boeing faces new production challenges as misdrilled holes were found on approximately 50 fuselages supplied by Spirit AeroSystems, adding to ongoing quality issues. Guest: John Gradek, Aviation Management Professor at McGill University Seg 7: How will Vancouver make FIFA happen? Despite facing challenges, Canada has successfully secured its place in the 2026 World Cup co-hosting the 2026 World Cup alongside the United States, and Mexico. Guest: Ken Sim, Mayor of Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite facing challenges, Canada has successfully secured its place in the 2026 World Cup co-hosting the 2026 World Cup alongside the United States, and Mexico. Guest: Ken Sim, Mayor of Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boeing faces new production challenges as wrongly placed, drilled holes were found on approximately 50 fuselages supplied by Spirit AeroSystems, adding to ongoing quality issues. Guest: John Gradek, Aviation Management Professor at McGill University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kenyon Thomas Lavallee is facing two assault charges after allegedly attacking a Crown Prosecutor near the 222 Main St. courthouse on Friday. These assaults have raised concerns about the vulnerability of those working in courthouses. Guest: Adam Dalrymple, President of the B.C. Crown Counsel Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Grammy Awards were last night and we rundown some of the big winners and some of the best performances of the night. Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carrie Best founded "The Clarion” in 1946, a groundbreaking publication that addressed racial and social issues. The newspaper covered a wide range of topics, including segregation, employment discrimination, and racial profiling. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simi and Scott discuss the idea that there is no longer any dignity or accountability in politics today. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Why do we love romance novels? Romance novels provide an escape from the complexities of everyday life. Readers can immerse themselves in a world of love, passion, and happy endings, offering a break from reality. Guest: Rania Husseini, Senior Vice President of Print at Indigo Seg 2: View From Victoria: A new report says the Government has violated its own law more than 5,000 times in three years, says the watchdog on freedom of information commissioner Michael McEvoy. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: The Weekly Cecchini Check-in Lawmakers criticized social media leaders for inadequate protection and called for immediate action. Concerns about youth well-being led to calls for legal accountability and the proposal of bills, including the STOP CSAM Act. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 4: Should 4-year-olds go to school? Despite implementing Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care agreements, the percentage of children in care has decreased. Simultaneously, there is a decline in youth literacy and math skills. Guest: Craig Alexander, First Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada and President of Alexander Economic Views Seg 4: Is decriminalization working? One year into BC’s three-year pilot project, toxic drug deaths reached record levels, averaging seven deaths per day in 2023. Guest: Nicole Luongo, Systems Change Coordinator for the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition Seg 5: Is social media distorting history? History content on TikTok has garnered over 135 billion views due to its concise format, making historical topics widely accessible. Despite some creators aiming for accuracy, many lack formal credentials and proper sourcing, while some deliberately spread false narratives. Guest: Colin Horgan, Writer and Communications Professional in Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History content on TikTok has garnered over 135 billion views due to its concise format, making historical topics widely accessible. Despite some creators aiming for accuracy, many lack formal credentials and proper sourcing, while some deliberately spread false narratives. Guest: Colin Horgan, Writer and Communications Professional in Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One year into BC’s three-year pilot project, toxic drug deaths reached record levels, averaging seven deaths per day in 2023. Guest: Nicole Luongo, Systems Change Coordinator for the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite implementing Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care agreements, the percentage of children in care has decreased. Simultaneously, there is a decline in youth literacy and math skills. Guest: Craig Alexander, First Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada and President of Alexander Economic Views Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lawmakers criticized social media leaders for inadequate protection and called for immediate action. Concerns about youth well-being led to calls for legal accountability and the proposal of bills, including the STOP CSAM Act. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new report says the Government has violated its own law more than 5,000 times in three years, says the watchdog on freedom of information commissioner Michael McEvoy. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Romance novels provide an escape from the complexities of everyday life. Readers can immerse themselves in a world of love, passion, and happy endings, offering a break from reality. Guest: Rania Husseini, Senior Vice President of Print at Indigo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Are people in a coma actually awake? When a person goes into a coma, how much of their consciousness are they actually experiencing? Guest: Dr. Adrian Owen, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Imaging at the University of Western Ontario and Author of “The Grey Zone: A Neuroscientist Explores The Border Between Life And Death” Seg 2: View From Victoria: Nathan Cullen is having second thoughts and he wishes he had done more to engage the public on NDP plans for the lands act. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Concern over industrial barge terminal on the Fraser river Concerns are being raised as Vancouver is currently in the process of selecting a site for an industrial barge terminal as part of a significant wastewater treatment plant upgrade project. Guest: Dr. Moira Stilwell, Founding member of the Fraser River Community Alliance Seg 4: Why is Alberta banning the shipment of BC wine? The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Agency conducted an investigation and allegedly found evidence of B.C. wineries engaging in direct-to-consumer shipping across provincial borders in Alberta. Guest: Albert Hudec, Legal Representative of the British Columbia Wine Industry Seg 5: What is keeping FOI requests from being processed in a timely manner? Despite the provincial Government's commitment to invest $5.5 million in modernizing technology and processes for responding to FOI requests, during a 3-year review period a new report highlights a discernible decline in overall timeliness. Guest: Michael McEvoy, Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia Seg 6: High rents in BC forcing tenants to use the BC Rent Bank The provincial government has designated an additional $11 million to aid up to 20,000 residents experiencing challenges in meeting their rental payments. Guest: Melissa Giles, Managing Director of the British Columbia Rent Bank Seg 7: Where does the case stand against 5 hockey players charge with assault? Five players from the 2018 national junior hockey team have been charged in a sexual assault case, The players intend to plead not guilty and defend themselves against the charges. Guest: Dr. Ann Pegoraro, Lang Chair in Sport Management at the University of Guelph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five players from the 2018 national junior hockey team have been charged in a sexual assault case, The players intend to plead not guilty and defend themselves against the charges. Guest: Dr. Ann Pegoraro, Lang Chair in Sport Management at the University of Guelph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The provincial government has designated an additional $11 million to aid up to 20,000 residents experiencing challenges in meeting their rental payments. Guest: Melissa Giles, Managing Director of the British Columbia Rent Bank Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the provincial Government's commitment to invest $5.5 million in modernizing technology and processes for responding to FOI requests, during a 3-year review period a new report highlights a discernible decline in overall timeliness. Guest: Michael McEvoy, Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Agency conducted an investigation and allegedly found evidence of B.C. wineries engaging in direct-to-consumer shipping across provincial borders in Alberta. Guest: Albert Hudec, Legal Representative of the British Columbia Wine Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Concerns are being raised as Vancouver is currently in the process of selecting a site for an industrial barge terminal as part of a significant wastewater treatment plant upgrade project. Guest: Dr. Moira Stilwell, Founding member of the Fraser River Community Alliance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nathan Cullen is having second thoughts and he wishes he had done more to engage the public on NDP plans for the lands act. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a person goes into a coma, how much of their consciousness are they actually experiencing? Guest: Dr. Adrian Owen, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Imaging at the University of Western Ontario and Author of “The Grey Zone: A Neuroscientist Explores The Border Between Life And Death” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: The evolution of athletic bravado Athletes have strategically proclaimed their greatness throughout history to emphasize their abilities. This "athlete persona," characterized by confidence and self-aggrandizement, stems from ancient Greek rituals. Guest: Dr. Peter J. Miller, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Classics at the University of Winnipeg Seg 2: View From Victoria: BC United is streaming BC United is holding a streaming event tonight with Kevin Falcon rolling out a new advertising campaign. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Should politicians be banned from accepting exuberant gifts? Federal Ethics Commissioner Konrad von Finkenstein has decided not to investigate Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent vacation to Jamaica, despite opposition calls for scrutiny. Guest: Duff Conacher, Co-founder of Democracy Watch Seg 4: Why is BC investigating police malpractice again? The Human Rights Commissioner of BC has launched an inquiry into police use of force against racialized individuals and those with mental health issues. Guest: Kasari Govender, B.C.’s Human Rights Commissioner Seg 5: Will more funding improve cancer care in BC? The province of British Columbia is undergoing construction for a new cyclotron and radiopharmacy laboratory in Vancouver, aiming to enhance access to PET/CT scans and innovative cancer treatments. Guest: Dr. François Bénard, Senior Executive Director Of Research of BC Cancer Seg 6: Will new leadership improve the Ministry of Family Development? Mitzi Dean's recent departure from the position of Minister of Children and Development reflects the ongoing trend of frequent ministerial changes within this portfolio, with Grace Lore becoming the 14th minister since the ministry's establishment in 1996. Guest: Grace Lore, Minister of Children and Family Development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitzi Dean's recent departure from the position of Minister of Children and Development reflects the ongoing trend of frequent ministerial changes within this portfolio, with Grace Lore becoming the 14th minister since the ministry's establishment in 1996. Guest: Grace Lore, Minister of Children and Family Development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The province of British Columbia is undergoing construction for a new cyclotron and radiopharmacy laboratory in Vancouver, aiming to enhance access to PET/CT scans and innovative cancer treatments. Guest: Dr. François Bénard, Senior Executive Director Of Research of BC Cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Human Rights Commissioner of BC has launched an inquiry into police use of force against racialized individuals and those with mental health issues. Guest: Kasari Govender, B.C.’s Human Rights Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal Ethics Commissioner Konrad von Finkenstein has decided not to investigate Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent vacation to Jamaica, despite opposition calls for scrutiny. Guest: Duff Conacher, Co-founder of Democracy Watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC United is holding a streaming event tonight with Kevin Falcon rolling out a new advertising campaign. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Athletes have strategically proclaimed their greatness throughout history to emphasize their abilities. This "athlete persona," characterized by confidence and self-aggrandizement, stems from ancient Greek rituals. Guest: Dr. Peter J. Miller, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Classics at the University of Winnipeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: How did a Dick Cheney mask help us understand the mind of a crow? In 2008, researchers conducted a study using rubber masks to demonstrate that American crows have the ability to recognize familiar human faces; particularly those who might pose a threat. Guest: Dr. John Marzluff, Professor of Wildlife Science at the University of Washington Seg 2: Are Canadians taking advantage of cross-border shopping? Is there a problem with cross-border shopping spending sprees? Some people think that Canadians are abusing the Bellingham shopping locations. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: Capping international students The Feds bring in a cap on international students and BC is still struggling to figure out what it all means for the Province with the Premier in Ottawa asking for some relief and possible exemptions. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 4: Should the US retaliate against Iran’s drone attack? Iran-backed militants allegedly carried out a drone attack, resulting in the deaths of three American service members and injuries to over 40 others. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 5: Why are post-secondary IQ scores dropping? Meta-analysis reveals a noteworthy decline in average IQs among undergraduates, dropping from approximately 119 to 102. This contrasts with the Flynn effect, a phenomenon where IQ scores in the general public have steadily risen over time. Guest: Ross Pomeroy, Senior Editor of RealClearScience.com Seg 6: How does BC plan on changing its Land Act? BC is planning legislative amendments to the Land Act, a significant legislation governing public land access and use, covering 94% of the province. Guest: Nathan Cullen, Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship Seg 7: How does the Surrey School Board calculate enrolment rates? A report which is part of the 2024-2025 capital plan, projects 9,777 new students based on 51,490 new housing units in the next decade in Surrey. This is the Board’s second capital plan, after its initial draft was unanimously rejected. Guest: Gary Tymoschuk, Vice-Chairperson of the Surrey School Board of Trustees Seg 8: Should we do away with Sick notes? Guest: Mike Salveta, President of Human Resources Management at Pivotal HR Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should we do away with Sick notes? Guest: Mike Salveta, President of Human Resources Management at Pivotal HR Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A report which is part of the 2024-2025 capital plan, projects 9,777 new students based on 51,490 new housing units in the next decade in Surrey. This is the Board’s second capital plan, after its initial draft was unanimously rejected. Guest: Gary Tymoschuk, Vice-Chairperson of the Surrey School Board of Trustees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC is planning legislative amendments to the Land Act, a significant legislation governing public land access and use, covering 94% of the province. Guest: Nathan Cullen, Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meta-analysis reveals a noteworthy decline in average IQs among undergraduates, dropping from approximately 119 to 102. This contrasts with the Flynn effect, a phenomenon where IQ scores in the general public have steadily risen over time. Guest: Ross Pomeroy, Senior Editor of RealClearScience.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran-backed militants allegedly carried out a drone attack, resulting in the deaths of three American service members and injuries to over 40 others. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Feds bring in a cap on international students and BC is still struggling to figure out what it all means for the Province with the Premier in Ottawa asking for some relief and possible exemptions. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a problem with cross-border shopping spending sprees? Some people think that Canadians are abusing the Bellingham shopping locations. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2008, researchers conducted a study using rubber masks to demonstrate that American crows have the ability to recognize familiar human faces; particularly those who might pose a threat. Guest: Dr. John Marzluff, Professor of Wildlife Science at the University of Washington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Why is there a black market for sand? The demand for sand, a key ingredient in concrete, has surged, with annual consumption reaching nearly 50 billion metric tons. However, the extraction of sand is not limitless, and concerns about the sustainability of current mining rates suggest a potential shortage by 2050. Guest: David A. Taylor, Contributing Writer for Scientific American and Author of “Cork Wars: Intrigue and Industry in World War II” Seg 2: View From Victoria: Secret NDP plan for BC’s crown land The NDP quietly prepared major changes to the management of crown land with legislation this spring to allow co-management, consent agreements, with 204 First Nations on 94% of province that is crown land. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: What can we expect from the foreign interference trial? The winter political season in Ottawa is about to swing into political high gear. MPs have returned to Ottawa ready to take their seats in the House of Commons for the first time since before Christmas. Guest: David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent for Global News Seg 4: Has AI ‘deep fake’ become too good to tell the difference? With the rise in deep-fake images, how do we regulate not only what’s real or fake, but also what is or isn’t legal? Guest: Kristin Thomasen, Professor at UBC’s Allard School of Law Seg 5: Is Vancouver’s Park Board a “broken system?” Mayor Ken Sim is advancing efforts to eliminate the elected Vancouver Park Board and directly transfer parks and recreation oversight to the City Council. Guest: Brennan Bastyovanszky, Vancouver Park Board Commissioner Seg 6: Can restricting cell phone use keep kids safe? Premier David Eby announced measures to help prevent youth from cyberbullying and sextortion. These include: school cellphone restrictions and legislation holding social media companies accountable for "population-level" harms. Guest: Niki Sharma, Attorney General of BC Seg 7: Should BC adjust its approach to addiction? BC’s chief coroner is urgently pushing for comprehensive data collection standards for drug treatment, recovery services, and specific, measurable goals, such as a 50% reduction in deaths. Guest: Lisa Lapointe, BC’s Chief Coroner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC’s chief coroner is urgently pushing for comprehensive data collection standards for drug treatment, recovery services, and specific, measurable goals, such as a 50% reduction in deaths. Guest: Lisa Lapointe, BC’s Chief Coroner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Premier David Eby announced measures to help prevent youth from cyberbullying and sextortion. These include: school cellphone restrictions and legislation holding social media companies accountable for "population-level" harms. Guest: Niki Sharma, Attorney General of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mayor Ken Sim is advancing efforts to eliminate the elected Vancouver Park Board and directly transfer parks and recreation oversight to the City Council. Guest: Brennan Bastyovanszky, Vancouver Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the rise in deep-fake images, how do we regulate not only what’s real or fake, but also what is or isn’t legal? Guest: Kristin Thomasen, Professor at UBC’s Allard School of Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The winter political season in Ottawa is about to swing into political high gear. MPs have returned to Ottawa ready to take their seats in the House of Commons for the first time since before Christmas. Guest: David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NDP quietly prepared major changes to the management of crown land with legislation this spring to allow co-management, consent agreements, with 204 First Nations on 94% of province that is crown land. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices