Episodes

  • Should more public sector workers be allowed to work from home?

    Should more public sector workers be allowed to work from home?
    Mar 30 2026
    With fuel prices continuing to climb, one of British Columbia’s largest unions is calling on the provincial government to let more public sector workers work from home. Work crews rolled into North Saanich’s Wain Park this week with heavy machinery to begin removing outdoor pickleball courts. The move comes after months of debate over noise complaints, community divisions, and efforts to resolve the future of the courts. With Vancouver set to host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city is preparing for an influx of international visitors. However, there are growing concerns about the toxic drugs visitors may encounter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Businesses along Broadway are struggling amid construction closures

    Businesses along Broadway are struggling amid construction closures
    Mar 27 2026
    It’s been about two months since the major Broadway and Main Street intersection closed as part of Vancouver’s Broadway Subway Project and some local businesses are being hit hard. More questions are being raised about how Canada treats internationally trained health-care workers. Delta Mayor George Harvie comes on to share his thoughts on the Westham Island Bridge reopening and the cuts to ALC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • The Westham Island Bridge is finally reopening

    The Westham Island Bridge is finally reopening
    Mar 27 2026
    After more than two months of disruption, a key link between Westham Island and the Delta mainland is finally reopening. The Westham Island Bridge was seriously damaged in a barge strike in January, cutting off vehicle access and forcing residents and farmers to rely on water taxis and other interim services. Guest: Dylan Kruger - Delta City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • The federal NDP is about to elect a new leader

    The federal NDP is about to elect a new leader
    Mar 27 2026
    The federal NDP is about to elect a new leader. Is it Avi Lewis’s race to lose? Guest: Tom Parkin - Co-Host, Left East to West Podcast and a delegate at the NDP convention in Winnipeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • Victoria prepping for the annual Keep the Hope Alive 5K Walk and Run

    Victoria prepping for the annual Keep the Hope Alive 5K Walk and Run
    Mar 27 2026
    The annual Keep the Hope Alive 5K Walk and Run returns on Sunday, honouring the memory of four-year-old Michael Dunahee, who vanished from a school playground in 1991 and has never been found. Guest: Fiona Wilson - Chief Constable, Victoria Police Department Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • Remarkable piece of the West Coast Trail washes ashore in Washington

    Remarkable piece of the West Coast Trail washes ashore in Washington
    Mar 26 2026
    Major changes are coming to how health-care professionals are regulated in British Columbia, with new legislation set to take effect April 1st. A remarkable piece of the West Coast Trail has washed ashore in Washington. The Camper Creek Log, once a trail marker perched along Vancouver Island, drifted 70 nautical miles through the Strait of Juan de Fuca before coming to rest on a beach near Sequim. Spring gardening tips with Wim Vander Zalm of ArtKnapp Plantland! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Heritage building damaged by fire in Mount Pleasant

    Heritage building damaged by fire in Mount Pleasant
    Mar 26 2026
    A fire has caused extensive damage to a landmark heritage building Mount Pleasant. Guest: Christine Hagemoen - Mount Pleasant resident, author of "Mount Pleasant Stories", a historical walking tour guide, and I lead walking tours in the neighbourhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • How will Vancouver handle the homeless population during FIFA?

    How will Vancouver handle the homeless population during FIFA?
    Mar 26 2026
    The FIFA world cup is fast approaching, and some are wondering how the city is going to handle the homeless population. Guest: Amanda Burrows - Executive Director, First United Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins