BC Today is where British Columbians connect on issues facing their lives and their community. Every week day at noon PT and 1pm MT, BC Today host Michelle Eliot delves into the top story for the province.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and premiers meet to discuss looming tariffs that U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has said he will impose on Canadian goods on his first day in office. UBC Sauder School of Business professor James Brander and CBC reporter Meera Bains join the show to discuss the steps ahead. And after more than 15 months into a deadly campaign that has killed more than 46,000 Palestinians, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal to pause the war in Gaza and release hostages. We recap the events that led to the ceasefire deal.
The looming threat of tariffs has Canada's premiers rolling up their sleeves. British Columbia Premier David Eby is calling for export bans on B.C. minerals as retaliation, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith went alone to meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Kwantlen Polytechnic University instructor Jeff Meyers joins the show as we ask viewers about the best approaches to Trump's tariff threats.
Next, CBC's new series Welcome to Canada surveyed more than 1,500 newcomers about their experience living in the country. It found that 82 per cent of respondents believe that Canada accepted too many immigrants with no planning for adequate housing and infrastructure. Neelam Sahota, CEO of DIVERSEcity, discusses the resources available as we ask new immigrants to tell us about their experiences.
Former B.C. premier Christy Clark, who is considering a run for federal Liberal leader, has walked back her claim that she'd never been a member of the Conservative party. The field of contenders for the Liberal leadership has narrowed with ministers Mélanie Joly, Anita Anand, and Dominic LeBlanc announcing they will not run. Research Co. pollster Mario Canseco joins the show as we ask viewers what they think the election is about, and we take audience calls to weigh in on the top contenders for the Liberal race.
Next, raging wildfires in the Los Angeles area have local governments examining their climate disaster policies. George Monbiot, a climate activist and columnist with 'The Guardian', joins the show to discuss how governments should plan and respond to climate change. We take callers' questions for Mr. Monbiot, as well as comments on what needs to happen to mitigate climate-fueled disasters.
As the Los Angeles area continues to be swept by raging wildfires, West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund joins us to recall the blaze that wreaked havoc in his community in the summer of 2023, and discusses what British Columbians can learn from the fires in southern California. There's plenty of buzz about women's hockey after a momentous first PWHL game in Vancouver earlier this week. The CBC's Karin Larsen joins the show to discuss whether the league can expand to B.C.
B.C. Conservative Party Leader John Rustad says a complaint has been filed with Elections B.C. over what it claims are voting "irregularities" — specifically with regard to the riding of Surrey-Guildford, where Conservative candidate Honveer Singh Randhawa lost by just 22 votes. As firefighters in the Los Angeles area continue to battle raging wildfires that have killed at least five people and sent thousands of people fleeing their homes, UBC fire ecologist Kira Hoffman joins the show to describe fire behaviour and how the devastation escalated. And Canada's first major summit to help people with disabilities with employment is taking place on January 13. Maureen Haan, president and CEO of the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work, details how workplaces can be more accommodating.
Political leaders in Ottawa have expressed staunch opposition to threats by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump to impose significant tariffs and use "economic force" to make Canada join the United States. UBC political science professor Terri Givens joins guest host Amy Bell as we ask viewers about their thoughts on Trump's words. And, the beginning of 2025 marks the arrival of Generation Beta, who will be born between now and 2039. We ask viewers what they think the future holds for the newest generation and how they feel their own generation is perceived.
Dan Burritt is our host today. Viewers react to more fallout and the possible consequences to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau proroguing Parliament in light of his plans to resign. SFU senior political science lecturer Sanjay Jeram details what comes next as the Liberal Party of Canada looks for a new leader. U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he would use "economic force" to join Canada with the U.S. Surrey Board of Trade policy and research manager Jasroop Gosal raises economic concerns that would follow Trudeau's exit, including Canada-U.S. trade relations.
As 2025 kicks off, we hear from viewers about their resolutions and how they plan to keep them. Digital creator Kaylen Faye and Pacific Opera Victoria director Rebecca Haas join the show to discuss goal-setting and their 2025 bingo cards. Then, Jessica Moorhouse, host of the More Money podcast, discusses how the new year is a good time to check in on your finances.
On New Year's Eve, we take a retrospective look at B.C.'s biggest news stories of the year. Angus Reid president Shachi Kurl discusses the top issues among British Columbians and we ask viewers about what stories had the most impact on them. CBC Reporters Karin Larsen and Brady Strachan join the show to reflect on the stories they've covered in 2024.
Reactions are pouring in after the passing of Jimmy Carter at 100. Our guest Arthur Milnes, journalist, historian and author of "98 Reasons to Thank Jimmy Carter" delves into the former U.S. president's legacy and relationship with Canada. And year-end reflections come with highs and lows. Life coach Kira Lynne joins the show to hear from viewers about the challenges of achieving new year's resolutions.
BC Today's annual 'Christmas Cards of the Air' special asks viewers to call in or send holiday greetings they'd like to dedicate to family and friends near and far. Amy Bell guest hosts.
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