The Jill Bennett Show

VPD makes 217 arrests in three-week shoplifting crackdown! The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets. A disgruntled neighbour tells us what it's like to live next to the worst house in Surrey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How communities across Canada are celebrating Ramadan. Guest: Hassaan Sheikh - BC Regional Manager, Islamic Relief Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Murder charge laid after fatal stabbing outside Vancouver Starbucks. Changes made to the Family Law Act will make it easier for separating couples to decide the fate of their pets. Federal Liberals are going after predatory lending in today's budget, plus they're investing in a dental care plan for low-income households. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Ferries cancelled 19 sailings in the last week. The majority of these cancellations was due to lack of crew. The latest point of conflict between drivers and the City of Vancouver: banana barriers. New report shows most Canadians with disabilities face barriers when travelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Asian restaurants: Crab Hot Lau (Northern Vietnamese) 2141 Kingsway,--opened 1-1/2 years ago Win Win Chick-N (Filipino) 8197 Main St, -- opened a few years ago Genki Eki (Japanese) 693 W Broadway,--opened within the past year Latin American restaurants: Maizal RMF (Mexican) 2815 Main St,-- opened about 6+ years ago Union Latinos Foods (Colombian) 1149 Granville St,- opened 2 years ago Tamale Shop (Mexican) 2525 Main Street - opened a month ago Brazilliant cafe & catering (Brazilian) 552 Seymour St, -- opened a month ago Taco’N Todo (Mexican) 6196 Fraser Street -- opened 2 months ago La Bakeria (Mexican bakery) 417 Industrial (commissary based) -- open 1 year ago Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor & Publisher at VancouverFoodster.com, Host of the VanFoodster Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should the residential school memorial at the Vancouver Art Gallery be removed? Poll shows Canadians are open to a “Progressive Punishment” system for speeding motorists. City of Vancouver to remove recently installed guerilla spider sculpture. Exploring Vancouver's Asian and Latin American restaurants and learning more about the foods within those cultures! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Toronto MP at the centre of allegations of Chinese meddling in Canadian affairs has resigned from the Liberal caucus and will sit as an Independent. In an effort to get more veterinarians in BC, the province is permanently doubling the number of subsidized seats for BC veterinary students attending the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. Vancouver ranks #2 on the list of Canada's top 25 bed bug cities of 2022. What's the best way to treat them? Supreme court rules that if you’re on private property in a car, police can no longer check your sobriety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The province is improving inclusion & accessibility in BC parks. The latest travel news with Claire Newell of Travel Best Bets. How communities across Canada celebrate Ramadan! The largest-ever survey of Canadian and BC electric vehicle owners finds an overwhelming majority would buy again, but many still worry about lack of public charging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are there so many “For Lease” signs and papered up windows along the Broadway Corridor? Food inflation appears to be easing in Canada, but experts say shoppers shouldn't expect lower prices at the grocery store. As few as FIVE rental housing redevelopments could be considered in some Broadway Plan areas each year. A Vancouver parent has filed a class action lawsuit in BC Supreme Court against the makers of "Fortnite" -- alleging the popular video game is designed to be “as addictive as possible” for kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As few as FIVE rental housing redevelopments could be considered in some Broadway Plan areas each year. Guest: Rebecca Bligh - Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are there so many “For Lease” signs and papered up windows along the Broadway Corridor? Guest: Neil Wyles - Executive Director, Mount Pleasant BIA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver Fire Chief Karen Fry comes on to discuss the tent fire on the Downtown Eastside Bowen Island residents say they're STILL waiting for answers on proposed $40 million park Nordstrom Canada to begin liquidation Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bowen Island residents say they're STILL waiting for answers on proposed $40 million park. Guest: Marian Bantjes - Bowen Island Resident Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taste Washington is similar in format to our Vancouver International Wine Fest. Seminars and a large tasting occupy Lumen Field near Pioneer Square. Rows and rows of winery tables and food stations. Guest: Tania Tomaszewska - A banking lawyer turned wine professional,she is a strategic business advisor to the BC Wine Industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver mayor Ken Sim says foreign meddling ‘insinuations’ are because he’s not Caucasian. Fraser Valley bus drivers gear up for full strike on Monday. ICBC leaves homeowners on the hook for thousands after car crashes into condo. An article recently came out in The Athletic which provides a scathing description of abuse within post-secondary sports teams, focusing on the Harvard women’s ice hockey team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even MORE issues with Flair Airlines! Guest: Josh Rimer - World Traveller, trying to get to Arizona with Flair Airlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to CSIS, China’s Vancouver consulate interfered in the 2022 municipal election. Police throughout Canada are sending their condolences to Edmonton after two officers were shot and killed in that city while answering a call early this morning. Despite there being a bill that passed in 2017, the BC NDP has failed to regulate 'puppy mills' and catteries. A new study finds people with schizophrenia were at higher risk during BC’s 2021 heat dome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The owner of a Vancouver cannabis store is concerned for his staff's safety after an attempted robbery. The latest travel news with Claire Newell! The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival will launch as planned on April 1st thanks to funding from its new presenting sponsor, Edge Construction. The next time you see something that looks like a vintage movie poster, it might make you look twice. It’s actually part of Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers’ latest appeal for anonymous tips to solve illegal weapons and gang crimes in the Lower Mainland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Home On The Range Organics" forced to shut down after their building was damaged by Skytrain bore drilling. The frustration continues for Flair Airlines' passengers stranded in Arizona. The BC SPCA is issuing a warning about individuals selling sick kittens in Surrey. The feds announce $75.9 million in new funding for three years to help clear the backlog of passenger complaints that continue to pile up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The frustration continues for Flair Airlines passengers stranded in Tucson, Arizona. Guest: Holly Marshall - Stranded in Tucson by Flair Airlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frustrated BC resident stranded in Arizona after 4 Flair airlines planes seized. Squamish First Nation faces raw sewage leak into Capilano river. A new report shows people's habits have permanently changed due to COVID-19. Previewing this weekend's Juno Awards! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A BC resident is frustrated after a Flair flight cancellation ‘mess’ leaves her stranded in Tucson. Guest: Leanne Couldwell - Stranded in Tucson by Flair Airlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MDMA and Psilocybin approved as medicines for the first time. Guest: Monique Moller - Vice President, Integrative Health, Field Trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s when you should set your clocks forward. Everything you need to know about filing your taxes this year! Preview of the 2023 Oscar nominations with movie blogger Rick Forchuk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1360 properties qualify for the City of Vancouver's new business tax relief. A library in Nelson reportedly had to cancel a drag story-time due to online threats. A Quebec judge recently ruled that giving the middle finger to someone is a 'God-given right' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Quebec judge has ruled giving the middle finger to someone is a 'God-given right'. Guest: Ari Goldkind - Criminal Defence Lawyer, legal analyst and political commentator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver looks to continue liberalizing liquor laws. The latest travel news with Claire Newell! BC Children’s Hospital is leading an international quest for answers to severe allergies. David Eby says the federal government needs to reform the bail system 'now' to target repeat offenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The BC Human Rights Commissioner finds government and legal responses are ineffective against online hate. Food analysts are saying lawmakers should push the grocery industry for transparency on profits. There is growing recognition of the need to advance women’s representation in STEM education and jobs – so that they can more fully participate in designing technologies that can make life better for everyone. The Canadian Association of Retired Persons is calling on Premier David Eby to fight ageism and give the Seniors Advocate more power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar. 6, 2023: full show with guest host Robin Gill Lack of hotel capacity in Vancouver could cost the city billions in lost economic impact and thousands of unrealized full-time jobs A new beginning for Afghan women judges forced to flee the Taliban MDMA and Psilocybin are approved as medicines for the first time Surrey, B.C. to hold public meeting on potential 17.5% property tax hike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City councillor Christine Boyle comes on to discuss why a decision made at a closed-door city council meeting may mean Vancouver is no longer a certified “living wage” employer. The BC government introduced a disinformation bill, which if passed, would make it illegal to to deliberately and knowingly make false statements about elections and election candidates. New poll shows Liberals and Conservatives are neck and neck in Canada. The best restaurants in Vancouver that have been around for a loooooong time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The best restaurants in Vancouver that have been around for a loooooong time! L'Abattoir - 12 years Coast restaurant - 20 years Fishworks - 12 years+ Sun Sui Wah - 35 years Ban chok dee thai - 10 years+ Lift bar & grill - 17 years Via Tevere Pizza - 10 years+ Jam jar - 9 years Shaughnessy Restaurant - 40 years Guest: Richard Wolak - Editor/Publisher vancouverfoodster.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A decision made at a closed-door city council meeting earlier this year may mean Vancouver is no longer a certified “living wage” employer. Guest: Christine Boyle - Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 German nationals dead after avalanche near Invermere, BC. As costs keep going up, is it really the right time for raising climate taxes? February home sales are down 33% in Vancouver from a 10-year average. Metro Vancouver will spend $150 million to send thousands of tonnes of trash to the US & the BC Interior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's more misinformation out there than ever before. Professor Gavin Yamey joins us to share his experiences with anti-science bullies. Guest: Professor Gavin Yamey - Professor of Global Health and Public Policy Duke University, director, Center for policy impact in Global Health, Time columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jody takes a deep dive into the latest BC budget with political analyst George Affleck. The latest travel news with Claire Newell! The rise of anti-science, and the growing number of attacks on scientists. The one and only Vikram Vij joins us to reveal why he's so outspoken about blood donations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikram Vij is widely known for his restaurants, books, and TV appearances, but what might surprise you is that he's ALSO an outspoken advocate for blood donations! Guest: Vikram Vij - Chef, Author and TV personality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's been rapid rise in people using the diabetes medication Ozempic for weight loss. Guest: Dr. Tom Elliott - Medical Director, BC Diabetes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former race car driver gives us advice on how to navigate snow on your commute. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh joins us for an amazing conversation on all-things politics! BUDGET TIME!!!! Finance Minister Katrina Conroy reveals the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh joins us for an amazing conversation on all-things politics! Guest: Jagmeet Singh - Federal NDP Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jody Vance guest hosts the show today! Coming up, we get a preview of the BC budget with Global News reporter Richard Zussman. What do grocery prices continue to be so high even though inflation is cooling?! Talking science with "Germ Guy" Jason Tetro! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Richmond woman gets laser treatment... on the wrong eye! How did this happen?! One year on, Ukrainians in Canada reflect on Russia’s invasion. The BC Sports Hall of Fame and the Canadian Olympic Committee will be joined by the extended family of 1928 Olympic champion Percy Williams to unveil a pair of new gold medals. More than half of Canada's residents took action to maintain their fitness levels during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Craigslist rental ad is searching for vegetarian tenants. Is this legal? Government of Canada providing disaster recovery funding to British Columbia for 2021 flood. The BC Green party is calling for a 4-Day Work Week. Canadians are being encouraged to take the 40 days 40 items challenge starting February 22, 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC is taking action to reduce ER wait times for people in mental-health crises. Guest: Tess Kroeker - Nurses & Nurse Practitioners of BC Board Member, President of Registered Psychiatric Nursing Council of NNPBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Craigslist rental ad is searching for vegetarian tenants. Is this legal?! Guest: Hunter Boucher - Director of Operations, Landlord BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For most of the residents of Lytton, with insurance, the deadline for rebuild is June 30 of this year. Insurers are not accepting written requests for extension, which means every property owner needs to hire a law firm and apply to the supreme Court for an extension. Guest: Denise O’Connor - Mayor of Lytton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First up, the City of Vancouver is proposing a 9.7% property tax hike in the revised 2023 draft budget. After that, we hear all the latest travel news & deals with Claire Newell! Finally, the Auditor General for the City of Vancouver, Mike Macdonell, has released a performance audit report on the topic of office furniture purchases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kristin Awde of F45 fitness is donating proceeds of Pink Shirt Sales to Pink Shirt Day/CKNW Kids’ Fund. They have a no judgement centre: they have no mirrors, they work with people from 12-78, and project a message of self-acceptance. Guest: Kristin Awde - Owner F45 Ambleside and Sunrise East Village Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The City of Vancouver is proposing a 9.7% property tax hike in the revised 2023 draft budget. Guest: Sarah Kirby-Yung - Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding out which grocery items saw the biggest price increases in January. What rights do we have when defending our own home? A Milton man is being charged with murder after allegedly shooting an intruder. Air Canada will be the first airline to test facial recognition technology for identification verification in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Air Canada will be the first airline to test facial recognition technology for identification verification in Canada. Guest: Ann Cavoukian - Executive Director, Global Privacy & Security by Design Centre, Toronto Metropolitan University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices