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The Jill Bennett Show

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Jill Bennett’s twenty years of experience covering B.C.’s biggest stories as a reporter has developed her insatiable curiosity and keen sense for exposing what is really going on with a story. Jill digs deep, goes behind the headlines and finds out the real impact stories will have on the Lower Mainland. She talks with real people about the issues that matter most to them while keeping us informed, connected and entertained. If you want new information, new angles, and to know what’s happening right

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7:53

The three biggest mistakes made by people donating to...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

There are some mistakes many people make while giving to charity. UBC's Ashley Whillans worked on a study that discovered the three biggest mistakes made by people considering a charitable donation. Guest: Ashley Whillans- PHD Candidate at UBC & UBC Public Scholar

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8:41

It turns out Canadians aren't that generous..

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

As nice as we are, Canadians aren't that generous. At least not in 2014. According to a study from the Fraser Institute, charitable giving in Canada has hit a10 year low. The study found that in 2014, only 3.1% of Canadian tax filers claimed charitable donations, down from 25.1% in 2044. Guest: Charles Lammam- Study Author & Fraser Institute of Fiscal Studies

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12:20

40 people literally lost a tonne of weight for the...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

A local doctor took 40 of her patients to teh Honolulu Marathon this past week, where they walked or ran teh entire 42.2 km. But that wasn't the start of their journey as teh crew literally lost a tonne of weight as they thrained for the race. Guest: Ali Zentner- Medical Director, Live Well Medical & Exercise Clinics amd Medical Director of the Vancouver Island Bariatric Program

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8:35

How could the Langley condo fire have been prevented?

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

Last weekend, we were telling you about the massive Langley condo fire that is believed to have started on the balcony of a suite on the fourth floor. Dozens of residents were evacuated and left without a home, but could it have all been prevented? One of the condo's developers says if building codes had been updated, the fire would not have happened. Guest: Peter Warkentin- Partner with Quadra Homes

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11:47

BC's new home buyer's initiative is "a good start"-...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

This week, the provincial government announced a new home buyers' initiative for British Columbians, where they will match down payments up to $37,500 or 5% of the purchase price on a 25 year loan, meaning that during the first 5 years, no monthly interest or principal payment are required. While many sounded off angrily to the plan saying it is not enough to help. Angela Calla says it is a good start. Guest: Angela Calla- Mortgage Expert, Broker wioth Dominian Lending

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7:13

Many residents should expect to lose homeowner grants

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/18

As home values rise throughout Metro Vancouver, many homeowners are expected to lose their $570 homeowner grant. For example, numbers calculated by Postmedia News from Vancouver show as many as 30,000 homeowners may now be pushed past the $1.2 million elligibility mark- leaving many, such as seniors on a fixed income struggling to get by. Guest: Lorraine Logan- President of the Senior Citizens' Organization of BC

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36:21

Full Episode: Paleontologists At The Royal...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/17

An amazing pre-historic discovery has some very Canadian ties. A fossil that was discovered in Myanmar back in 2015 has been examined by paleontologists at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, where they discovered the find was actually 99-million years old, and was actually the tail of a feathered dinosaur fossilized in amber. Jurassic Park much? GUEST: Ryan McKeller - Co-author of the study about the find, Research scientist, Curator of invertebrate paleontology at Royal Saskatchewan Museum

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11:37

The TV Show Alone Has Headed Into Their Third Season,...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/17

Essentially the show focuses on ten contestants who get dropped off alone, in the middle of nowhere, and have to film their survival. During the first two seasons, contestants were dropped off in the remote, northern part of Vancouver Island, and had to deal with horrible rainy weather, bears, finding food, and cougars. But now, the series has shifted to Patagonia, Argentina and includes a contestant right here from BC! Megan Hanacek is a BCIT forestry alumna, and was the only Canadian woman chosen

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8:55

It Looks Like People Living In BC Might Be Getting A...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/17

It looks like people living in BC might be getting a little sick of the province. Research from Resonance Consultancy found more than 4 in 10 homeowners, and 7 in 10 renters are planning to buy or rent a different home by 2021...and 74% of those surveyed said unaffordable housing is the main reason why residents are planning to get out while they can. GUEST: Chris Fair - President, Resonance Consultancy

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10:02

There Are A Lot Of Differing Opinions On How To Best...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/17

Is the property tax increase the best way to go? Are clean, free drugs really helping addicts? Are Insite-like programs the best way to treat the crisis? In a Globe and Mail editorial, Mark Tyndall says our current solution of providing naloxone to those who have already overdosed is clearly not working, and we need to work on a preventative solution first, if we really want to have any chance of getting a handle on this crisis. GUEST: Mark Tyndall - Provincial Executive Director, British Columbia

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8:36

Paleontologists At The Royal Saskatchewan Museum Have...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/17

An amazing pre-historic discovery has some very Canadian ties. A fossil that was discovered in Myanmar back in 2015 has been examined by paleontologists at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, where they discovered the find was actually 99-million years old, and was actually the tail of a feathered dinosaur fossilized in amber. Jurassic Park much? GUEST: Ryan McKeller - Co-author of the study about the find, Research scientist, Curator of invertebrate paleontology at Royal Saskatchewan Museum

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9:52

Who is Viola Desmond?

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/10

This week, Viola Desmond was chosen to become the new face on the Canadian $10 bill. Viola Desmond is most well known for being somewhat of a "Canadian Rosa Parks" after she was arrested for sitting in the 'whites only' section of a Nova Scotia movie theatre back in 1946. Her new Canadian bill will be released in 2018. Guest: Dr. Annette Henry- UBC Professor

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9:29

Pivot Legal society is calling for more protection...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/10

The Pivot Legal Society is calling fro an overhaul of the Protections and Exploited Persons Act, saying it does not protect sex workers from exploitation and violence. A report by Pivot Legal released this week entitled 'Evaluating Canada's Sex Work Laws: The Case for Repeal" says the PCEPA 'threatens the physical and economic security of sex workers" and calls the Act 'unconstitutional'. Guest: Brenda Belak- Sex Worl Campaign Lawyer, Pivot Legal

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10:20

How new Whalley police patrols could impact a...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/10

This week the city of Surrey announced a team of 16 dedicated law enforcement officers to patrol the areas around the Whalley strip- however 'home base' for those officers will be steps away from a proposed safe injection site. Critics say the placement of the police officers might deter drug users from using that site, which could further increase the number of overdose deaths in the area. Guest:Tara Black- ACORN Member in North Surrey

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6:44

Sub-zero temperatures in Vancouver: checking in with...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/10

With all the cold weather we have been having, it's hard to not want to curl up under a blanket and stay inside all day. But for those who don't have homes, staying warm in these conditions is extremely difficult. The Union Gospel Mission is doing everything they can to get as many homeless people inside as sub zero temperatures continue into the weekend. Guest: Jeremy Hunka- Spokesperson, Union Gospel Mission

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8:48

Vancouver among the least transparent cities when it...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/10

A report from Transparency International Canada has found that Canada is 'one of the most opaque jurisdictions when it comes to ownership of private companies and trusts" and says that because of this, almost half of Vancouver's most luxurious homes have been bought using shell companies to disguise the identity of the real owners. The report calls on the Canadian government to insure all companies in trust in Canada identify their beneficial owners, and that the information also be made

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10:31

A judicial committee looking into the case against...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/03

A judicial committee looking into the case against Justice Robin Camp has recommended the judge be removed for his comments asking a sexual assault victim why she couldn't just 'keep her knees together'. So, what happens now? Guest: Raji Mangat- Director of Litigation at Weat Coast LEAF

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8:11

How to keep your credit card information safe and...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/03

Sticking with the Christmas season, there are also a few ways you can keep your money and online information safe. With online shopping on the rise, there are many things you can do to insure your credit card information stays private. And if you're thinking about donating to a charity this holiday season, watch out. Theives and scammers also masquerade as charities, and are out for your money. Guest: Evan Kelly- Senior Communications Advisor, Better Business Bureau

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8:12

How to keep you and your family safe this holiday...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/12/03

For some families, the first week of December is when they start to hang up Christmas lights, put up the tree and start to get ready for the Holidays. But, it's also a time that can be a little dangerous.. we've all seen those Christmas movies where someone falls off the roof putting up lights, or where the Christmas tree catches fire. So what can you do this weekend to keep you and your family safe while decorating? Guest: Dr. Mike Mostrenko- ER Doctor at Eagle Ridge Hospital

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10:29

Jill Bennett Show - BC's Overdose Crisis - Marilou...

The Jill Bennett Show ·

2016/11/28

BC’s overdose crisis has gotten plenty of international attention in the last few weeks, and with what seems to be dozens of overdoses daily across the province, it’s not really any surprise. The crisis has gotten the attention of Marilou Gagnon, an Ottawa nurse, who has made the trip to Vancouver this weekend to try and help, and see what can be done to solve this crisis. Marilou is spending the weekend at the pop-up injection sites, and is visiting Insite on Tuesday. GUEST: Marilou Gagnon TITLE:

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