The Jill Bennett Show

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 and other religious holidays? Deep dive: How does current federal vote intention impact this fall’s provincial election? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Easter is around the corner, and the Rabbitats Rescue Society is hoping that people will resist the temptation to acquire a pet rabbit during the Easter season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 something? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 cost-of-living crisis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to Victoria's aviation museum! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 more widespread. Guest: Angela Calla - Mortgage Expert, Dominion Lending Centres & Host, The Mortgage Show on CKNW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 combinations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 dramatic drop-off in small drug seizures after decriminalization came into effect in BC last year One of the biggest stories in the news today is the Baltimore bridge collapse, which begs the question: could we see an accident like that happen in BC?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The North Shore Primary Care Network is unveiling a transformative healthcare initiative to curate a healthier community. Guest: Dr. Dean Brown - Family Doctor and Physician Co-lead for the North Shore Primary Care Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure says the George Massey Tunnel’s counterflow operations are changing beginning March 11. Guest: Jill McKnight - Executive Director, Delta Chamber of Commerce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 travel when there’s a deal to be had? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 ethics of CLONING your pets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 had received preliminary approval from the elected park board, was shot down by staff. Guest: Alvaro Prol - Founder, Co-Owner of Blueprint Media Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart almost became a victim of a dooring incident! Guest: Richard Stewart - Mayor of Coquitlam Ottawa is set to decrease the number of temporary residents to 5% of the population over the next three years. Guest: Richard Kurland - Immigration Lawyer and policy analyst in Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 elected Head of State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Researchers are finding that Fat people are marginalized, and so are their thin partners! Guest: Cory Pedersen - Psychology Instructor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and lead researcher on the study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary CKNW reporter George Garrett has passed away. Guest: John Daly - Former Global News Reporter and CKNW Host Guest: Jon McComb - Former CKNW Host Criticism mounts over plans to clear one-third of Stanley Park’s trees. Guest: Michael Caditz - Of the non-profit Stanley Park Preservation Society BC's auditor general says two key government programs aimed at curbing the death toll from the toxic drug crisis were not "effectively implemented'' by the province's health and mental health and addictions ministries. Guest: Michael Pickup - BC Auditor General Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Oceans and Fisheries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 ahead on this year's wildfire season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 over 3,000 children. Delta mayor George Harvie expresses frustration with the counterflow road work and the traffic issues its causing at the Massey Tunnel. And Ian Tostenson joins the show to discuss the steady decline in alcohol consumption on St. Patrick's Day over the past 10 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 $1,600. Vancouver is now one step closer to the launch of a shared E-scooter system! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Catherine Allaire - Medical Director of the BC Women's Centre for Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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: Daniel Tsai - Consumer advocate and Business lawyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 US? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new study finds that adding emojis to service transactions can increase tipping by up to 30%. Guest: Sarah Lefebvre - Associate Professor of Marketing, Murray State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Addressing systemic anti-Semitism in Vancouver Guest: Rabbi Jonathan Infeld - Chair, Rabbinical Association of Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commercial truck drivers will now face significantly higher penalties for hitting overpasses. Addressing systemic anti-Semitism in BC. Finally, we learn why boomers are being forced to move back in with their kids! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Oscars recap with movie critic Steve Stebbing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 effects of Daylight Savings Time changes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLA Selina Robinson pens an open letter regarding her resignation from the BC NDP Caucus. Guest: Nico Slobinsky - Vice President, Pacific Region, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs BC's Human Rights Tribunal says Uber must provide accessible rides to wheelchair users. Guest: Ben Dooley - CKNW Producer For the first time since the pandemic, data from AutoTrader reveals a significant recovery in automobile inventory! Guest: Baris Akyurek - Vice President of Insights and Intelligence AutoTrader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Vancouver magic mushroom dispensary is getting its business license back. The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets! Republican Nikki Haley is officially suspending her presidential campaign, leaving Donald Trump as the last remaining candidate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todays: topic: New Restaurants! Skye Avenue Kitchen & Lounge –13450 102 Ave unit 190, Surrey — instagram @skyeavenuesurrey Ramson’s Pizzeria and Bar — 758 W 16th Avenue, Vancouver — instagram @ramsons_pizzeria_bar Aboki Grill — commissary based — 401 Industrial, Vancouver— instagram @abokigrill (Open Weekends only) - Nigerian cuisine Crafted Pizza — frozen home delivery — instagram @craftedpizza Marugame Udon — 589 Beatty Street, Vancouver– instagram @marugamecanada Japanese cuisine Mogador Restaurant — 51 W. Hastings — instagram @mogador_vancouver Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

North Vancouver backs calls for conservation officer oversight. Guest: Ellie Lamb - Wildlife Advisor for Pacific Wild BC confirms its first case of measles. Guest: Timothy Caulfield - Professor, Faculty of Law and School of Public Health, University of Alberta The push for changes to clarify laws for mobility scooters in Victoria bike lanes. Guest: Jeremy Caradonna - Victoria City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Care Providers Association Terry Lake joins the show to discuss the stigma around dementia and long-term care,. How much has changed in long-term care and what still needs to be addressed? Brian Minter chats with Jody about some gardening tips for the upcoming season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Mulroney took risks on issues that mattered Elon Musk sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman over contract breach Vancouver BIA (Business Improvement Association) expands by ten blocks, but some within that perimeter aren’t wanting to be part of it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New report on pandemic evictions has highlighted gaps in rental tenancy protections amidst successful protective measures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monthly food segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Men" no longer part of a Surrey school's curriculum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Building Community and Raising money for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. Guest: Robin Scobie - Grandmothers Regional Liason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Hockey Canada players accused of sexual assault in London, Ontario have chosen to have their trial heard by a jury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Ski Resort Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 rate. Guest: Sarah Kirby-Yung - Vancouver City Councillor BC's minimum wage to increase to $17.40 an hour on June 1st. Guest: Anita Huberman - Surrey Board of Trade CEO With Richmond now turning its back on Safe Injection sites, what does this mean for other communities across the province that saw the rebellion, and watched the city and health care provider back away? Guest: Alexa Loo - Richmond City Councillor Guest: Guy Felicella - Harm Reduction Expert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 coming from the South, but also from Canada as a record number of applications for Visitor Visa’s are bogging down the consulate and causing wait times of up to two years. WestJet is increasing checked-bag costs, while Flair adds credit card fee! Are travelers feeling gouged? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Marie MacDougall - Executive Director of Battered Women’s Support Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Finally, a one-on-one conversation with legendary comedian Chelsea Handler! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Guest: Chelsea Handler - American actress, comedian and television host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices