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Prime Minister Mark Carney says he will invite private investment into four of Canada's biggest airports. The federal government aims to generate $1 trillion in private investment by the end of the decade. Economist and Toronto Star business columnist Armine Yalnizyan joined the program as we ask for your thoughts on the decision and the potential impact it could have at YVR and regional airports across B.C.

The federal government has launched a national program to help Canadians develop their AI skills and knowledge. This comes after several leaders and founders in AI called for slowing down development and putting safeguards in place. UBC teaching professor Leah Macfadyen joined the show as we ask you what you need to become more AI literate and what safeguards should be put in place.

The Union of B.C. Municipalities conference starts today. CBC's Justin McElroy is there to share the hot topics this year and take your calls.

Carolina Ibarra, CEO of Pacifica Housing joined BC Today to talk about housing in B.C. and it's importance as an issue in the municipal election.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter is back to celebrate the garlic harvest and take your gardening questions.

We’re remembering the 9/11 attacks and the impact they had on the world. SFU political scientist Aaron Hoffman joins the program as we reflect on the sombre anniversary.

An open letter from B.C's forestry sector to the province says the industry is on the verge of collapse and is calling for immediate support. What's the future of forestry in B.C? And what should the industry look like? Forestry Minister Ravi Parmar and strategic advisor David Elstone share their perspectives.

As more electric vehicles hit the road, is there enough support to keep them running? Vancouver Community College's dean of the school of trades Brett Griffiths joined us to talk about the need for EV mechanics.

The Canada-U.S. trade war is ramping up yet again with fresh calls to Buy Canadian and the U.S. retaliating by banning some Canadian products. Premier David Eby yesterday said the province is expanding its Buy B.C. campaign. Buy Canadian advocate Tod Maffin joined the program and we ask: Are you buying Canadian or have your spending patterns changed amid the trade war?

School districts in Langley and Nanaimo are cracking down on e-scooters. What do you want your school district to do about students and these mobility devices? Hub Cycling's executive director Rose Gardner joined the program.

Canada's retaliatory tariffs start Tuesday, but Prime Minister Mark Carney says the alternative is worse. We heard from Premier David Eby who spoke to the tariffs from Victoria. Cory Redekop from the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce joined the program to discuss the impact on small businesses.

We learned more about the popularity of miniatures online. Miniature enthusiasts Robina Patterson, Becky Gannon and Emily Wolverton join the program.

B.C.'s Best Roadside Attraction is Cathedral Grove! What do you think of the choice? Justin McElroy joins the program to describe the journey and why Cathedral Grove stood tall in the competition.

Prominent anti-gang advocate and Vancouver police officer Kal Dosanjh has been arrested and is facing several charges, including for theft and fraud. We hear the latest from the CBC's Amelia John at the VPD headquarters.

Peter Milobar and Ian Paton's fledgling political party is gaining some steam, with three more former Conservative MLAs now on board. UFV political scientist Hamish Telford joins the program and we ask: as the party landscape gets more crowded, who do you see yourself voting for?

It's almost time for back to school. This time of year sparks anxiety for many. Dr. Shimi Kang, a psychiatrist with Future Ready Minds and a clinical associate professor at UBC's faculty of medicine, joins the program to tell us how parents can support their struggling children.

COPE candidate Stephanie Allen has stepped out of the Vancouver mayoral race, narrowing the field. Green mayoral candidate Pete Fry joins the program with his thoughts on the latest development. We also talk to Vancouver Sun and The Province city columnist Dan Fumano and CBC's Andrew Kurjata about the state of municipal elections throughout B.C.

The Bank of Canada is holding the key interest rate steady at 2.25 per cent. We heard from governor Tiff Macklem.Love is Blind is coming to Canada. Do you love or hate reality TV? SFU communications professor Zoe Druick joined the show to take your calls.

A wave of new lawsuits have been filed against OpenAI in the wake of the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting in February. The lawsuits are from teachers, students and a principal. We're asking what we can do to keep youth safe amid the rising use of AI chatbots. Jake Hirsch-Allen from The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University and The White Hatter CEO Brandon Laur joined the program.

Alberta's Bill 11 goes into effect today. The bill introduces a dual-practice health-care system, allowing doctors to offer some private services while working in the public system. People are rallying against it across the country, asking the federal government to enforce the Canada Health Act and stop it. Canadian Health Coalition chair Jason MacLean joins the program to explain what it could mean for British Columbians

If you've ever tried to fix something in your home by yourself, you might have run into some roadblocks. One movement says DIY could be easier with stronger right-to-repair rules. We learn more from Anthony Rosborough, president of the Canadian Repair Coalition.

How do you have a good retirement? Financial planner Max Becker-Pos and Joanie Sims Gould from the Active Aging Society joined the program and took your calls as we asked you what a healthy and fulfilling retirement looks like and how you are planning for it.

Chilliwack-Cultus Lake MLA Áʼa꞉líya Warbus on Monday became the seventh member of the B.C. Conservative caucus to leave the party, saying she'll sit as an Independent. We find out why she's joining the exodus of MLAs, and ask whether the B.C. Conservatives can overcome their party turmoil.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minster joined the program to talk about planting bulbs and takes audience questions.

 New Statistics Canada numbers show Canada's economy grew a strong 3.3 per cent annualized in the second quarter. Economist and director for The Centre for Future Work Jim Stanford broke down those numbers.

There is a renewed "team Canada" sentiment as the trade war with the U.S. continues. But how united are Canadians when there are deep regional differences across the country?

Event planners in B.C. are tapping into the trend of "nostalgia," from vintage markets to disco roller-skating. We asked our audience what they're nostalgic for these days.

We heard how secondary and post-secondary schools are planning to integrate AI in their classrooms and ask our audience to weigh-in on how (or if) the new technology has a place in learning.

MLA Teresa Wat, who represents the Richmond-Bridgeport riding, says she "can no longer serve" in the party under its new leader. Wat joined the program to explain more about her decision.Then, we asked our audiences their thoughts on the current political landscape in B.C.

Canadian officials unveil counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of U.S. goods as the trade war ramps up. They also announced $7.5 billion in support for workers and businesses. We heard what this means for B.C.

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. We hear about her legacy and ask our audience to share their favourite Dolly Parton memories.

Fifty per cent U.S. tariffs have been imposed on about $28 billion worth of Canadian goods. We asked our audience how they will be impacted by the situation and whether they support the Canadian government's response. We also heard from the B.C. Council of Forest Industries about how the breakdown of negotiations with the U.S. will impact their industry.

Eric Swanson is a researcher for the Coalition of Child Care Advocates of B.C. and a policy consultant at Third Space Planning in Victoria.

Christine Evans is an assistant professor of Cinema Studies at the University of British Columbia.

A new SFU study on singlehood shows that those who embrace it can be more satisfied than people who view it as a flaw. We asked our audience their thoughts, and whether they're single by choice.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked the provinces to return American alcohol to store shelves as Canadian and U.S. negotiators meet again ahead of the new tariff deadline.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says there has been "substantial progress" during discussions over a new trade deal with the U.S., with President Donald Trump pausing 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods for three days. We spoke to Eric Miller, former senior policy advisor to the Canadian Embassy in Washington, about the negotiations so far.

Ladner's Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson could be called up to the MLB's San Francisco Giants. We asked our audience how they manage their kids' pro-sport dreams.

Residents of Summerland are beginning to return home as the majority of evacuation orders have been lifted. CBC's Kimberly Davidson brought us the latest.U.S. President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff deadline is expected to take effect just after midnight EST (9 p.m. PT), and Canadian officials are trying to reach a deal before then. We asked how B.C. industries will be impacted if the tariffs go through.

The 2026 PNE Fair kicks off this weekend. We'll hear what's lined up for this year and take audience calls on their favourite PNE memories.

Work to tear down Tumbler Ridge Secondary School began Monday, months after a tragic mass shooting. We hear from CBC's Matt Preprost and Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowka for more.A regional park on Vancouver Island has closed after a bear attack that conservation officers are calling defensive. We hear how people can more safely coexist with bears.

Romance novels are soaring in popularity. B.C. author Danielle McKechnie joins the program to talk about the genre and her new book, This Changes Everything.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter is back to talk about taking care of gardens during drought, and to take audience questions.

MLA for Kamloops Centre Peter Milobar will sit as an Independent member of the B.C. Legislature, writing that his values don't 'align' with the new direction of the B.C. Conservatives. Host of This is VANCOLOUR and CBC commentator Mo Amir joins the show to get audience reaction.

As wildfires continue to burn across the province, we heard guidance on how to protect homes and communities using the FireSmart program.Reporter Brady Strachan joined the show for a wildfire update live from Kelowna.

The CSA Group has published a report on Canadian standards needed to support dementia-inclusive care. We hear more about what they are pushing for and ask our audience what they think is needed to support patients in their communities.

We heard about the impact B.C.'s wildfire seasons are having on businesses in the Okanagan and southern Interior. Young people are growing more interested in learning to sew. We heard what's behind the trend and get some tips for people starting out.

B.C. has temporarily banned the operation of any off-road vehicles for recreational purposes on Crown land in several parts of the province. We ask our audience whether or not they'd like to see backcountry restrictions go farther during wildfire season.Reporter and photographer Jesse Winter joins the program to talk about his new book, Wild Fire: Dispatches from a Country Ablaze. He explains what lessons Canada should be bringing forward from some of the country's worst wildfires in recent years.

CBC's Tiffany Goodwein reported from Penticton where evacuees from Summerland have gathered over the weekend. Thompson Rivers University wildland fire professor Mike Flannigan broke down the situation across the province.We heard more about the death of an 80-year-old woman who died while fleeing the Bald Range wildfire, according to RCMP, and about the supports seniors need while evacuating.

Marathon season is underway, with some races impacted by air quality warnings and others going ahead. That includes the Lululemon SeaWheeze half marathon, which is returning to Vancouver this weekend for the first time since 2019. So, we want to hear your marathon story. What motivates you? How do you prepare? Lululemon running ambassador Kayla Jeter joins our program.