The Jill Bennett Show

On today's show: Is CERB behind restaurant staffing issues? Pickup trucks are plaguing Canadian streets Poll shows significant change is needed to LTC homes BC mother deals with navigating adult health care system for daughter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC minimum employment age raised to 16! Why is bicycle theft so rampant in Vancouver Passenger ferry between Point Roberts & Bellingham to be cancelled Vancouver Symphony Orchestra returns! Dog training business is going through the woof! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: There's been a spike in vandalism at city churches The fight to save 500 ostriches on a BC farm Honouring the life and legacy of Alex Trebek! Celebrity Cruises will not recognize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 vaccines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Breaking the the current wildfire situation in BC How do gun enthusiasts feel about the federal buyback? Woman launches online campaign after dog killed by 2 pitbulls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Osoyoos is under evacuation order due to wildfires Vancouver Park Board's plans to help Seniors during Vancouver heatwave Vancouver police unveil new billboards to help catch distraction thieves Feds are spending heavily on gun buyback Have you explored The 500 Hidden Secrets of Vancouver? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: COVID rules lifted at LTC homes! BC restaurants remove wild salmon from their menus Canada to allow fully vaccinated American travellers! BC SPCA halves adoption fees to create shelter space Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Tackling BC's overdose crisis Will allowing cruise ships in Canadian ports be enough to save Gastown? When will Canadians be able to visit the US? How does the moon impact the earth? Is ‘The Great Resignation’ coming for Canada? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Councillor Jean Swanson distributes free drugs in Vancouver Is handing out free drugs appropriate action by an elected city official? Is it time to regulate food marketing to kids? Does Vancouver have a coyote problem, or a human problem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Quebec to implement COVID vaccine passport system Examining the supply side of housing affordability What's the state of Canada's financial situation? Paramedic reacts to ambulance service changes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Science expert discusses WHO's comments on mixing vaccines How will 3D-printed guns affect responsible gun owners? Making a case for returning to the office What's attracting billionaires to space travel? Making the most out of road trip season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Erin O'Toole struggling to gain momentum in the polls LTC homes opening to fully vaccinated visitors! Pfizer is developing a booster shot. Should other companies follow suit? Wrap-up of the 2020 Euro Cup Canada's blood supply needs a boost! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC LTC homes will open to fully vaccinated visitors! Trudeau announces Surrey-Langley skytrain! No charges laid in fatal Vancouver car crash Talking vaccines with Dr. Michael Curry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The animals need your help! WHO says we might be reopening BC too early New bill hopes to eliminate the gender pay gap Local steeplechaser representing Canada in Tokyo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: We have a new Governor General! Recent study shows employment impacts of COVID-19 in BC highly unequal Providing energy for a clean future What we know so far about the Lambda COVID-19 variant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Border now open for vaccinated Canadians! What do today’s border changes mean for Point Roberts? Are there any lingering concerns about phase 3? The legal challenges of prosecuting crimes at residential schools Canada's Men's Olympic basketball team fails to qualify for Tokyo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: The latest on the Kamloops wildfire and evacuations Concerns about phase 3 of reopening BC Is pot really a performance-enhancing substance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: What we need to know about phase 3! Does PM Trudeau's shaved face indicate a federal election? Update on wildfire in Lytton & surrounding areas First responder staffing issues nothing new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC emergency services strained by heat-related calls Understanding the dangers of heat stroke It's no joke! Yuk Yuk's is returning to Vancouver! How were long-term care homes affected by the heat waves? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Poll shows growing support for Automated Speed Enforcement How does heat impact our cities? How is the retail sector going to handle BC's reopening? COVID around the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Vancouver park board called into question The future of masks in our day-to-day life New poll shows NDP approval rating is slipping How to exercise in the summer without heat exhaustion! Who'll be representing Canada at the Olympics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Massive outdoor ampitheatre coming to the PNE! This local Olympian is ready to compete! The Habs are going to the Stanley Cup finals! Beware of travel scams! New bunny café hopes to promote rabbit adoption! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: "Delta Watch" with science guy Jason Tetro! RCMP end protest at NS/NB border Eviction Bans Have Helped Stop the Spread of COVID The newest features on Windows 11! BC Ferries is ramping up just in time for summer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC's cruise industry is eagerly seeking a plan Lumber prices finally fall back down to earth Fire ban for coastal BC begins this week Don't leave your pets in hot cars!!! Bill passes to legalize single-game sports betting The Sedins are returning to the Canucks realm! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Point Roberts’ only grocery store may be forced to close Canadians wary about lifting restrictions too soon Study shows BC schools are unlikely transmission sites Extreme heat leaves Western electricity grid under stress Canadian NBA players are heading to Victoria! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: New border reguations! Rising Food costs The Abbotsford International Airshow returns! One-on-one with Lawrie McFarlane Is Vancouver seeing an uptick in anti-police sentiments? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Are we paying enough attention to our cyber security in 2021? Border closure extended to July 21 BC is remaining consistent with vaccine strategy What permits do you need when renovating your home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC announces school re-opening plans for September! Creator of the BC School COVID Tracker Facebook page responds to the school re-opening plans Expert panel completes final report on housing supply & affordability Vancouver School Board scrapping honours math and science programs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Duty-free stores have been hit HARD BC's restaurant sector facing major staff shortages Why are accessibility features being taken away post-COVID? The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra is back! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Vancouver proposes residential parking tax Taking steps to end Canada/US border restrictions BC promoting access to nature Mountaineering club president reacts to BC pilot plan Why have Oregon lawmakers banned 'love letters' during home sales? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: What does Phase 2 mean for you? First look at "Climate Emergency Parking Program" How do business owners feel about the BC reopening plan? BC Walmart getting rid of human cashiers in new pilot project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Watchdog says RCMP broke the law with AI facial recognition Re-hiring is FINALLY on the table for more restaurants Vaccinated Canadians can skip hotel quarantine Squamish Nation is calling for an old growth logging moratorium in its territory Club promotes inclusive physical activity during Pride Month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Ending hotel quarantine one vaccine at a time! Manitoba launches $2M vaccine lottery How one woman narrowly avoided residential school Fully vaccinated Canadians will soon be exempt from travel quarantine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: City investigating possibility of road tolls Trudeau condemns London tragedy Law professor says Bill C-10 is threatening our freedom of expression US eases travel recommendations for 61 countries Arts Club Theatre announces their reopening plans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC pharmacies getting supply of AstraZeneca 2nd doses Here's what's new in the Apple tech sector! Stephanie Cadieux says it’s time to act on accessible housing BC tourist destination turns away Alberta visitors What determines value for collecting cards and memorabilia? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Vancouver mayor looks to change street named after colonial BC politician Proposed Vancouver statue draws mixed reactions What goes into changing a street name? Airbnb extends party ban through summer 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Ambulance Union calling for more paramedics & resources Taking overdue action for all the children forced to go to residential schools The demand for Fraser Valley properties is insane! Major security upgrades coming to the Sea-To-Sky Gondola! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Examining the science behind mixing vaccines What is Jab Fest 2021? Playland set to reopen on June 11th! Creating a science-based plan for reopening the border With the new minimum wage, how much should you tip? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Trudeau vows action after bodies discovered at former residential school site Making the case for more public washrooms in train stations NDP MP reacts to residential school discovery How's the summer job market looking? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: What BC's reopening plan means for Whistler & Big White? North Shore man a test case in new ICBC insurance model CTF highlights why taxpayers shouldn't be giving money to political parties Taking a look at Translink ridership amidst COVID-19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Exploring the finer details of BC's reopening plan Ucluelet mayor reacts to BC reopening plan Meat prices heating up in Canada! Dr. Bonnie Henry pitches idea of 'BC Hug Day' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: US cruise ship bill now signed into law The Vancouver School Board is taking a vote today... Dissecting BC's plan to re-open the restaurant industry Where do churches fit in BC's reopening plan? Look in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a total lunar eclipse! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC gang war spreads to other provinces North Van hiking trail closed as officers search for bear How did checkpoints look during the long weekend? Happy Tax Freedom Day! Local artist is sketching for a good cause! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: How could BC ports be impacted by new US cruise law? How are restaurants preparing to re-open? New mortgage stress test rules are coming June 1st! Encouraging vaccinations with a prize draw! Best books of the summer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC venues looking for more clarity in provincial re-opening plan Could Point Roberts be utilized for a pilot project? Dyslexia BC is raising their concerns over Bill C6! RCL branches asking to be exempted from property taxes Today is National Caesar Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Social housing proposal causing mixed reactions Vancouver lawyer going to human rights commission A story of recovery from a BC burn survivor Strata wants dog removed because it’s four inches too tall This East Van RV camper says he won't heed city eviction notice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: PNE spokesperson reacts to BC tourism grant! Denmark to return to almost ‘normal’ Using DNA to solve a notorious cold case The deadly risks associated with long working hours City council to vote on whether to renew public drinking program! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Another weekend of parties at English Bay The importance of Crime Stoppers! Most Canadians show no regret in getting AstraZeneca! Facts about the vax! Water safety with Dale Miller! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: BC solicitor general meets with police chiefs Rescuers awarded for saving a man’s life Promising news for vaccinated British Columbians! Tackling invasive species in BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: Old Hastings Mill Store Museum the victim of vandalism The state of Downtown 2020 BC should be embracing the looming longevity economy. Here's Why. Bringing back the restaurant industry Clearing the summer air, one fire at a time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: What's the solution to the escalating gang violence? Motioning for enhanced support for renters facing renovictions Restarting the tourism industry BC students lose access to important fresh food program Get out and start plogging! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices