The Jill Bennett Show

On today's show: James Smith Cree Nation killer’s partner shares story of brutality, survival and hope. Province makes permanent changes to regulations on rodent poisons, but gaps leave animals at risk. The hospitality sector is getting a boost through expanded hours during the FIFA World Cup. Surrey Teachers’ Association calls on Surrey MLAs and Surrey School Trustees to take urgent action in response to consistent and widespread loss of service and supports for all students, especially for our most vulnerable, which has led to massive disruptions in learning and violent incidents in classrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC's making a seismic shift in it's funding model to retain & attract more family doctors. Animal Justice & Soi Dog Canada Challenge Dog Import Ban In Court Family doctors in British Columbia are getting a significant raise under the province's new compensation model as part of a plan to address the crisis in the health care system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 stabbed in less than an hour as Halloween partygoers flood Vancouver streets Guest: Stacey Forrester - Good night out Coordinator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC makes seismic shift in funding model to retain, attract more family doctors. Guest: Richard Zussman - Global News Journalist based at the legislature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Senate report finds Ottawa should help BC create better flood relief plan. Every Michelin-Starred restaurant in Vancouver! Canada’s top court says parts of the national sex offender registry are unconstitutional. MLA Adam Olsen asks "What is taking so long to get (David Eby) up and running?" Joe Biden stayed in London for free. Why did it cost Canada $400,000? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The Surrey Police Board (SPB) is still moving ahead with plans to transition the city from the RCMP to a new municipal police force, despite the election of a new mayor who's pledging to undo the switch. BC Hydro crews continue to respond to weather-related power outages across BC. We're learning more about the Canadian women released from an ISIS detainee camp in Syria. Power line falls on man’s car, and he lives to tell the tale! BC decides not to proceed with 2030 Olympic & Paralympic Bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Today's Show: The Bank of Canada has raised its key interest rate target by half a percentage point to 3.75 per cent and warned it believes it will have to raise rates further in its fight to bring inflation under control. Travel news & deals with Claire Newell Statistics Canada latest data released from the 2021 census showed 34.6 per cent of people in this country have no religious affiliation. More than ever before. The body of a young female humpback whale has washed up near Malcolm Island off the northeast coast of Vancouver Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The death of RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang in a Burnaby park is resonating with police forces throughout BC. BC strata denies condo sale to family with three young children. Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers has released its list of B-C's five most wanted criminals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: When will the gun freeze come into effect and will it work? Canada's competition watchdog is launching a study into the grocery industry. 320 protection services officers will support safer workplaces for health-care workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

320 protection services officers will support safer workplaces for health-care workers. Guest: Aman Grewal - BC Nurses Union President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When will the gun freeze come into effect and will it work? Guest: Tom Korski - Managing Editor, Blacklock’s Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Community Contributor Eric Chapman went on a Halloween adventure to battle orcs and werewolves and end the curse put on the town of Ravencroft. The Empty Chest is a non-profit society in British Columbia with an aim to create amazing adventures for everyone. We build entire worlds and narratives which immerse our guests into a true fantasy role. Whether they're shooting orcs with arrows, or running for their lives from a bloodthirsty zombie, we will make sure everyone's adventure is truly unique and amazing. We focus our events throughout the year, during Halloween and Christmas, as well as Spring and Summer. https://www.theemptychest.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Canada’s freeze on buying, selling handguns is now in effect. Poll shows concerns about opioid crisis stagnant in Canada. David Eby says housing, health care and safety are his priorities as BC premier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

StatsCan releases August retail sales numbers, and legal pot sales in BC hit and all-time high this summer. Guest: Mike Babins - Owner of Evergreen Cannabis on West 4th in Kitsilano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: David Eby to be next BC premier as NDP disqualifies Anjali Appadurai from leadership race. Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard sentenced to 5 years in prison Downtown Van is proud to announce the “Storefront Security Grant.” This new program offers funding to businesses in the Downtown Vancouver district that have been impacted by criminal activity that has resulted in destruction or damage to their storefronts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No more bully offers in real estate in Greater Vancouver! Guest: Doug Gibson - Real estate agent From Stilhavn Real Estate Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gregory Ould of Blanket BC is asking British Columbians to give warmth this winter. Guest: Gregory Ould - Executive Director, Blanket BC Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Talking BC NDP turmoil with Rob Shaw! The air quality rating is 10+ in the Fraser Valley, and it doesn't get much worse than that. The Vancouver Undrip Task Force released their first report today. Flu shots and bivailent COVID shots with Jason Tetro! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC NDP brass terrified of grassroots democracy says Dogwood. Guest: Kai Nagata - Dogwood Communications Director Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking BC NDP turmoil with Rob Shaw! Guest: Rob Shaw - CHEK News legislative correspondent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Sandler of Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia joins us for a conversation on workplace safety for nurses. Guest: Michael Sandler - Nurse and CEO at Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon reacts to municipal election results. BIG change in the City of Vancouver: New councilor Mike Klassen! Recapping the municipal election with George Affleck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some high school students in Chilliwack are using positivity to fight back against transphobia. Guest: Isabella Oberst - High School Student in Chilliwack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon reacts to municipal election. Guest: Kevin Falcon - BC Liberal Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: What does the future of policing look like in Surrey? Some screen time better than none during children’s concussion recovery It’s a lock: Brenda Locke defeats Doug McCallum to become new mayor What are priorities for the incoming ABC Park Board Majority? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are priorities for the incoming ABC Park Board Majority? Guest: Scott Jensen - Incoming ABC Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: How will digital solutions strengthen Canadian supply chains? Is the U.S. Nexus trusted-traveler program being held hostage by the U.S.? Can video games trigger life-threatening heart conditions? Remember when Mr. Peanut ran for mayor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So much research into candidates and parties would a ward system help simplify the process? Community contributor Eric Chapman takes a look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Never fear, BC Hydro’s here to protect BC from the impacts of climate change! What costs more in Canada than anywhere else in the world? Breaking the systemic barriers against people with facial differences If aliens contacted Earth, how would we decode their messages? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kanye West said some pretty horrible things and the reaction from the public and celebrities has been little to none. This is just another example of Jewish Hate being ignored so community Contributor Eric Chapman spoke with Rabbi Dan from Temple Shalom about what it feels like to be ignored. Again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: This victim of a Cryptocurrency Scam is speaking out. BC Coroner’s Report reveals staggering number of deaths among unhoused people Travel news with Claire Newell! The importance of destigmatizing male domestic violence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is inflation impacting charities in Metro Vancouver? Guest: Robin McConnell - Manager of Transitions and Initiatives for Family Services of Metro Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest report from BC Coroner’s reveals a staggering number of deaths among unhoused people. Guest: Sarah Blyth - Advocate for the DTES and Executive Director for the Overdose Prevention Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Discussing the significance of Hockey Canada’s CEO and Board of Directors stepping down. A rise in theft is shattering local businesses. Okanagan wine is literally -- and figuratively -- in Vogue! Izzy the Pomeranian's WILD ride! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Is Andrea Skinner’s resignation enough to amend Hockey Canada’s reputation? VPD received over 1,200 calls this weekend – what’s with the rise in crime, and how can it be prevented? How did Aritzia develop its cult-like following? A glimpse into the competitive world of growing giant gourds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Why BC Pharmacists are welcoming expanded powers with open arms Mohammed Majidpour arrested for stranger assault. How to cook a turkey without getting salmonella! How a local Indigenous Pop Star found catharsis with “Real Talk” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mohammed Majidpour has been arrested for stranger assault. Jamie Coutts, who was once followed by Mohammed, comes on to share her reaction. Guest: Jamie Coutts - Woman followed by man arrested for stranger assault Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Canadians may see a jump in businesses adding credit card surcharges as restrictions on the practice lift this week, though research from the Bank of Canada shows consumers have long been paying extra because of the payment option. Hundreds of nurses from around the province took part in a demonstration on Wednesday afternoon in downtown Vancouver. Government announces more supports for the restaurant industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Why does Hockey Canada continue defending their actions? Weekly check in with Claire Newell Local rodeos under fire for their treatment of animals Internet users beware – online scams have increased by 87% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Would replacing the police with community-led initiatives improve crime in Vancouver? What caused the decline of physical activity with Canadian children and youth? What happened during today’s Hockey Canada hearing? How did a burn victim defy the odds and become an NHL player? Jill speaks one on one with Aaron Volpatti! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The return of the BC Legislature Why is it important for Vancouverites to stand in solidarity with Iran? How can we fix BC's low voter turnout rate for municipal elections? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erin Bury, CEO of Willful, Canada’s “do it yourself” online, legal will creating platform discusses the importance for all British Columbians to have a will Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stewart Prest, Professor of Political Science at Simon Fraser University, discusses how BC can improve on its low voter turnout for municipal elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mahan Zaeri, local activist discusses why it is important that Vancouverites pay attention to the current situation in Iran and the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian woman who died while in the custody of Iran’s so-called morality police for reportedly wearing her hijab too loosely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Richard Zussman, legislative reporter for Global BC discusses what to expect during the fall's legislative session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An event to encourage young people to get into flying this weekend has been canceled. So what exactly happened? Guest: Kristen Brazier - Pilot and founder of the event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Poll finds positive views on state of health care dropping in British Columbia New tools aim to improve care for people experiencing substance use stigma. The financial future of British Columbians looks bleak, according to BDO Canada’s fifth annual Affordability Index. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The health care system is in crisis. How can we fix it? Mayors are calling on federal government to accelerate new Permanent Transit Fund to support transit expansion plans. NDP leadership hopeful David Eby pitches ‘flipping’ tax, secondary suite legalization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Nations man, granddaughter handcuffed at bank in 2019, make ground-breaking agreement with VPD. Guest: Maxwell Johnson - Heiltsuk Grandfather Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Reacting to David Eby's housing affordability proposal The latest travel news with Claire Newell Growing frustrations over BC's catch and release bail system Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices