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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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Surrey and other Fraser Valley communities are grappling with a wave of extortion threats that largely target the South Asian business community. Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke has requested an extra 150 extra police officers to deal with the situation. S... more

The COP 30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, kicked off Monday with UN Secretary General António Guterres warning of a lack of climate leadership. UBC political scientist Kathryn Harrison joins the show as we ask viewers if climate policies are fallin... more

West Fraser Timber Co. has announced the permanent shutdown of its mill in the District of 100 Mile House, impacting approximately 165 employees. B.C. Conservative MLA Lorne Doerkson joins the show to discuss the recent losses to B.C.'s forestry indu... more

The Supreme Court of Canada will not hear an appeal to prevent the cull of hundreds of ostriches at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, B.C. Dr. Scott Weese, the chief of infection control at the Ontario Veterinary College teaching hospital, joins t... more

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Recent Guests

Haakon Koyote
Volunteer with Vision Zero Vancouver
Episode: Dangerous intersections
Dr. Scott Weese
Chief of Infection Control at the Ontario Veterinary College and infectious disease veterinarian at the University of Guelph
University of Guelph
Episode: Ostrich cull appeal dismissed
Mariat Jibril
Founder of the Better Not Bitter Society
Better Not Bitter Society
Episode: Work-life balance
Jill Atkey
CEO of the BC Non-Profit Housing Association
BC Non-Profit Housing Association
Episode: Federal budget deficit rises to $78 billion with major plans to invest in housing and community projects
Alina McKay
Research Manager at UBC's Housing Research Collaborative
UBC Housing Research Collaborative
Episode: Federal budget deficit rises to $78 billion with major plans to invest in housing and community projects
Bruce Sellery
CEO of Credit Canada and CBC Money columnist
Credit Canada
Episode: Mark Carney's Liberals to table 1st federal budget
Alex Hemmingway
Senior Economist at the BC Society for Policy Solutions
BC Society for Policy Solutions
Episode: Mark Carney's Liberals to table 1st federal budget
Derek Nighbor
President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada
Forest Products Association of Canada
Episode: Ottawa announce forestry task force
Kelly Berge
President of the Vancouver Paranormal Society
Episode: Do you believe in ghosts?

Host

Michelle Eliot
Host of BC Today

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Great way to catch up on prov & country-wide news. The best part though is listening to callers opinions, it feels like the opposite of reading twitter comments.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    karicature
    9 months ago
  • Cuts off Callers with Right of Center Views

    This show lacks journalistic balnce/integrity. The recent episode on drug decriminalization is a perfect example. I wanted to hear more about Donald’s experience- not sure why the host seemed confused as to why someone smoking fentanyl in a restaurant bathroom used by families was a safety issue. Ms Elliot then cut off Donald was when he commented about the safe supply industry making huge profits. This was a legitimate point and I wanted to hear more.

    If you are looking for balanced jour... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    MB_1983_BC
    Canada2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    I have learned many unknown things that I haven’t had idea about it. My favourite part is with master gardener Brian minter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laquel
    Mexico6 years ago
  • Beautiful B.C.

    So interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ming of richmond
    Canada6 years ago
  • Too long for today’s lifestyle

    The topics are good and the discussions interesting, at least for the first 15 mins.. after that I tune out and go to another podcast.

    With a lot of choices in podcasts and limited time in life in general an hour long conversation is way too long ..

    Apple Podcasts
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    Chino-Baby
    Canada7 years ago

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Feedback reflects a desire for a variety of opinions, though some express concern over perceived biases in topics discussed.
Some listeners feel the content is not always representative of all viewpoints, emphasizing the need for a more balanced approach.
Many laud the insightful guests and informative discussions, making it a valuable resource for understanding provincial matters.
Listeners appreciate the engagement with local issues and community perspectives.

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Ostrich cull appeal dismissed
Q: What lessons can we learn from this situation regarding transparency?
Dr. Weese suggests that the situation highlights the need for good containment practices, transparency in reporting infections, and aggressive testing to ensure safety without unnecessary delays.
Ostrich cull appeal dismissed
Q: What do you think of the argument that the ostriches have developed immunity?
Dr. Weese states that there's not much evidence suggesting the antibodies possessed by the surviving ostriches would be particularly useful and emphasizes the uncertainty regarding the remaining flock's infection status.
Ostrich cull appeal dismissed
Q: Can you tell us what was behind the CFIA's order for the rest of the flock?
Dr. Weese explains that the CFIA issued the cull order due to an outbreak of H5N1 flu, which poses risks to both people and animals, adhering to international obligations to control such viruses by culling infected groups.
Dangerous intersections
Q: What do you think could be improved when it comes to just clarity at an intersection?
Reducing the number of options and increasing pedestrian crossings would simplify the intersection for users.
Dangerous intersections
Q: What do you think made this the dubious winner?
The intersection's complexity with multiple arterial roads leads to confusion among drivers, resulting in many accidents.

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This podcast serves as a platform for British Columbians to engage in conversations surrounding pivotal issues affecting their province. It typically features a range of topics, including political discussions, environmental challenges, socioeconomic concerns, healthcare, and local culture, emphasizing the voices and opinions of the community through call-in segments. The format encourages active participation from listeners, aiming to foster a dialogue that is inclusive and representative of diverse perspectives within British Columbia. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to providing a space for discourse on pressing local matters while addressing national trends, thereby enriching the listening experience with a localized lens.

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2. Dr. Scott Weese
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4. Jill Atkey
5. Alina McKay
6. Bruce Sellery
7. Alex Hemmingway
8. Derek Nighbor

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