• BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

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BC Today from CBC Radio British Columbia

Written by: CBC Radio
  • Summary

  • 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.
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Episodes
  • Revitalizing B.C. nightlife | Staffing issues in B.C.'s child welfare system
    Feb 6 2025

    The City of Vancouver has new plans to revitalize the Granville Entertainment District between Robson and Drake streets, addressing safety, public transportation and support for businesses. Jeff Guignard, the executive director of the Alliance of Beverage Licensees in B.C., discusses the proposals as we ask viewers what they think is needed for a thriving nightlife district in their region.

    A new report released by the Representative for Children and Youth raises more red flags about an overworked and understaffed workforce in B.C.'s child welfare system. Jennifer Charlesworth, B.C.'s Representative for Children and Youth, discusses the findings.

    Jodie Wickens, B.C.'s Minister of Children and Family Development, also joins the show to respond to the report.

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    50 mins
  • Canada to appoint a 'fentanyl czar' | Fast-tracked B.C. resource project concerns
    Feb 5 2025

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada will appoint a fentanyl czar in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's concerns around the flow of illegal drugs. Ottawa is still determining what the job would look like, but Public Safety Minister David McGuinty says the czar would be involved in coordination efforts.

    Vancouver Sun crime reporter Kim Bolan joins the show to provide an overview of the production and flow of illegal drugs in B.C. and we take audience members' calls to weigh in on what tasks the new 'czar' should prioritize.

    B.C. will fast-track 18 resource projects to reduce trade reliance on the U.S., which includes hydro, wind, LNG and mining. Some climate activists are concerned the environment is taking a back seat. Environment reporter Emily Atkin joins the show to discuss. We take audience phone calls to weigh in.

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    52 mins
  • Feb. 4: Winter road conditions | Buying Canadian products
    Feb 4 2025

    Dan Burritt is our host today. On Tuesday's show:

    Environment Canada says Metro Vancouver will be hit with two to four centimetres of snow, and has issued cold weather warnings for parts of B.C. The snow and cold led to multiple school cancellations and rough commutes Tuesday morning. CBC's Jessica Cheung reports on how Metro Vancouverites are navigating the weather.

    Multiple crashes on Highway 1 near the Port Mann Bridge prompted B.C. Highway Patrol to ask drivers to avoid the highway, or stay home altogether. Cpl. Michael McLaughlin provides an update on road conditions.

    Canada has secured a 30-day pause on tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump. Despite the reprieve, leaders in Canada are looking to decrease reliance on the American economy, with many consumers continuing their pledge to buy local. Heather O'Hara, executive director of the B.C. Association of Farmers Markets, joins the show to discuss local products.

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    51 mins

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