Mornings with Simi
8,008 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMornings with Simi (Monday – Friday: 5.30 – 9am) helps you wake-up, reconnect, and get your day off on the right foot. Simi Sara dives into on the headlines of the day with veteran Global News anchors and reporters. They help you navigate through the details of the stories, highlight essential information and share new perspectives on how the daily news affects you. Simi loves the Lower Mainland. She’s lived here her whole life and truly understands the history and challenges our communities have faced over the years. Spend your Mornings with Simi and spend the rest of your day talking about what you heard on the show.
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Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association Launches Meal Program to help frontline workers
March 25, 2020 20:42 - 5 minutesThe Downtown Surrey Business improvement Association has launched a meal program in collaboration with the Surrey Hospital Foundation aimed at helping workers on the COVID-19 front line. Guest: Elizabeth Model, CEO, Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welfare Wednesday could lead to overdose spike amid COVID-19
March 25, 2020 19:36 - 6 minutesAn addiction specialist is expressing concerns that we could see a spike in overdoses today because of COVID-19. Guest: Nirmala Raniga, Addiction Specialist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Social Distancing in Real Estate Transactions
March 25, 2020 19:20 - 6 minutesA clause in the Land Titles Act is causing issues for real estate lawyers trying to practice good social distancing. Guest: Kenneth Pazder, Lawyer with the Pazder Law Corporation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fear, fraud and phishing attacks on the rise during COVID-19 pandemic
March 25, 2020 18:52 - 10 minutesFraudsters from around the globe are taking advantage of the growing fear and anxiety caused by COVID-19. As Canadians work from home and spend more time than ever on social media, scammers are preying on peoples’ vulnerability and heightened online use. Guest: Kelley Keehn, FP Canada Consumer Advocate and Personal Finance Educator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Registered nurses write open letter to Justin Trudeau and John Horgan
March 25, 2020 18:27 - 10 minutesA group of registered nurses has written an open letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier John Horgan calling on them to improve their response to COVID-19 Guest: Will Offley, Registered nurse at Vancouver General Hospital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot question of the day
March 25, 2020 18:24 - 2 minutesIt’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: How would you like to see the government handle rent and mortgage payments during the #COVID19 pandemic? Subsidize payments Delay payments You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Best of The Simi Sara Show: House of Commons Emergency Legislation, Surrey Council Emergency Meeting, How To Help Small Businesses, & More!
March 24, 2020 20:53 - 1 hourChapter 1 Hot question of the day It’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: Two @CityofSurrey councillors are calling for the local construction industry to shut down in order to help prevent the spread of #COVID19. Would you support the shutdown of the construction industry? Yes, put public health first No, will impact economy You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 Surrey Councillors cal...
How to help small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
March 24, 2020 20:47 - 8 minutesKarla Laird is with the Better Business Bureau, and she spoke with CKNW contributor Claire Allen about what the BBB has been hearing from their members about the impact of COVID-19 on their small businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
DTES service increases meal service during COVID-19 pandemic
March 24, 2020 20:23 - 8 minutesCurrently, all BC residents are being asked to stay home to limit the spread of COVID-19, however there are many individuals who do not have a home to return to, or do not have the resources to protect themselves and those around them. Behind the scenes, A Better Life Foundation has been adapting to the rapidly changing circumstances, and taking measures to ensure the vulnerable members of the downtown eastside community still have access to services they so badly need. Guest: Ash McLeod, S...
Pet Rights in COVID-19
March 24, 2020 19:51 - 11 minutesWith the COVID-19 situation changing so fast some pet owners are concerned about what might happen to their pets as the situation escalates. Guest: Rebeka Breder, Breder Law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
House of Commons resumes to pass emergency COVID-19 legislation
March 24, 2020 19:28 - 6 minutesThe House of Commons is resuming today to pass emergency legislation aimed at supporting Canadians during the fight against COVID-19 Guest: David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two thirds of Canadians report being satisfied with government’s response to COVID 19 pandemic
March 24, 2020 18:54 - 9 minutesA new poll from ResearchCo shows that 66% of Canadians are satisfied with how all levels of government are reacting to COVID-19Guest: Mario Canseco, President of Research Co. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Checking in with a construction company who has voluntarily shut down because of COVID-19
March 24, 2020 18:39 - 7 minutesAn Abbotsford based construction company has made the decision to voluntarily shut down amid COVID-19 even though they’ve been told they can stay open. Guest: David Algra, Algra Bros. Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As BC Liquor stores remain open, employees are concerned about exposure to COVID-19
March 24, 2020 18:21 - 8 minutesWith Ontario ruling that liquor stores are an “essential service” and must remain open through COVID-19, it raises the question of why they would be considered an essential service. Guest: Stephanie Smith, President of the BCGEU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Surrey Councillors calling for emergency council meeting, construction sites to be shut down
March 24, 2020 18:04 - 8 minutesA call from two Surrey councillors to shut down the local construction industry. Jack Hundial and Brenda Locke say some construction sites are closed up but others continue to operate. Hundial says to avoid the spread of the novel coronavirus every site needs to shut down for the time being.... The Surrey Board of Trade and South Asian Business Association also urged the City of Surrey to declare a local state of emergency. Guest: Brenda Locke, Surrey City Councillor Learn more about your a...
Hot question of the day
March 24, 2020 18:01 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBIt’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: Two @CityofSurrey councillors are calling for the local construction industry to shut down in order to help prevent the spread of #COVID19. Would you support the shutdown of the construction industry? Yes, put public health first No, will impact economy You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there!
The Best of The Simi Sara Show: Province Announces $5 Billion Action Plan, COVID-19 Mythbusting, Distancing Enforcement, & More!
March 23, 2020 20:59 - 1 hourChapter 1 Hot question of the day It’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: @cityofvancouver is voting to allow bylaw officers to issue fines to people not practicing #socialdistancing during #COVID19 pandemic. Should people who aren’t practicing proper social distancing be fined? Yes No You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 Mythbusting on COVID-19 There’s a lot of information out ther...
Canada will not be sending athletes to 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo
March 23, 2020 20:29 - 7 minutesCanada refuses to send athletes to Tokyo for the 2020 Olympics games unless the games are postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus concerns. The Canadian Olympic and Paralympic committees are advocating for the games to be pushed back at least a year. Guest: Howard Kelsey, Canada Basketball Hall of Fame inductee and a leader in the Canadian Basketball Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BC Girl Guides need help selling 800,000 boxes of cookies
March 23, 2020 20:22 - 8 minutesGirl Guides in BC are asking for your help with their stockpile of 800,000 boxes of Girl Guide Cookies. Guest: Diamond Isinger, Provincial Commissioner | British Columbia, Girl Guides of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vancouver mayor says fines, penalties coming to enforce coronavirus measures
March 23, 2020 20:02 - 8 minutesVancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart says the time for asking nicely is over. The city says it will crack down on those found to be in violation of a city order to maintain proper social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Council has passed new enforcement measures including fines of up to $50,000. The mayor says it's a serious situation. On twitter, he says "Now is the time to: Shut down, Stay put, Save lives." Sarah Kirby-Young is a Vancouver city councillor, and she joins us now to disc...
BC Government announces $5 Billion action plan
March 23, 2020 19:50 - 8 minutesThe Premier and Finance Minister announcing a five-billion-dollar 'action plan' to help people and businesses because of COVID-19. It includes 2.8 billion to be spent on helping people and services and 2.2 billion for businesses. The package includes a one-thousand dollar tax free payment to people unable to work right now. Student loan payments will be 'paused.' BC Hydro and ICBC will be working with customers to provide support deferring payments with no penalties. Premier John Horgan s...
SafeCare BC appeals for personal protective equipment
March 23, 2020 19:12 - 6 minutesSafeCare BC is calling on the public to donate personal protective equipment to help protect our health care workers. Guest: Jennifer Lyle, CEO of SafeCare BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Doctors of B.C. urged to stand ‘united’ behind health officials in coronavirus messaging
March 23, 2020 18:51 - 9 minutesThe president of Doctors of B.C. is calling on physicians across the province to unite behind the provincial health officer in their messaging during the coronavirus pandemic. Guest: Dr. Kathleen Ross, President, Doctors of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Switzerland ended up with the second-highest coronavirus infection rate in the world
March 23, 2020 18:30 - 7 minutesGlobal attention is mainly focused for the moment on the grave coronavirus crisis in Italy and the accelerating crisis that is developing in New York City and across the United States. But this is a truly global pandemic with some astonishing twists that never could have been predicted. Guest: Matthew Fisher, International affairs columnist and foreign correspondent who has worked abroad for 35 years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Prime Minister Trudeau announces aid for farmers impacted by COVID-19
March 23, 2020 18:28 - 6 minutesThe Canadian government is immediately moving to provide funds for farmers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the government is opening up an additional $5 billion in lending capacity for the agriculture sector. Applications can be made today through Farm Credit Canada. Guest: Reg Ens, Executive Director of the BC Agriculture Council Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mythbusting on COVID-19
March 23, 2020 17:52 - 8 minutesThere’s a lot of information out there about COVID-19, how do we know what’s true and what isn’t? Guest: Dr. Mahyar Etminan, epidemiologist, drug safety expert and professor in the faculty of medicine at UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot question of the day
March 23, 2020 17:32 - 44 seconds - 727 KBIt’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: @cityofvancouver is voting to allow bylaw officers to issue fines to people not practicing #socialdistancing during #COVID19 pandemic. Should people who aren’t practicing proper social distancing be fined? Yes No You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there!
The Best of The Simi Sara Show: Speaking to someone with COVID-19, Updates from California, Transit Changes, & More!
March 20, 2020 20:59 - 52 minutesChapter 1 Hot question of the day It’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: Health officials have said that handwashing is a critical step in reducing the spread of #COVID19. How many times a day are you washing your hands now? 5-10 times 10-20 times More than 50 times You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 Speaking to someone who has COVID-19 Acumen Law Lawyer Kyla Lee recently trav...
Landlord BC responds to calls to suspend evictions during COVID-19 pandemic
March 20, 2020 20:19 - 9 minutesEarlier in the show we heard from the Community Legal Assistance Society who are calling for the suspensions of evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. What would that mean for landlords? Guest: David Hutniak, CEO, Landlord BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What you need to know if you’re deferring payments because of COVID-19
March 20, 2020 20:17 - 5 minutesWith so many options now to defer payments in the COVID-19 era, it brings up the question of what sort of impact might that have on things like your credit score? Guest: Richard Moxley, Author of The Credit Game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TransLink halts fare collection on buses, asks riders to use rear doors
March 20, 2020 19:21 - 8 minutesEffective Friday, TransLink says it is suspending fare collection on buses and will be asking passengers to board through rear doors only in an effort to promote social distancing. Guest: Ben Murphy, Translink Spokesperson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Italy sees biggest day-to-day spike in death toll
March 20, 2020 19:01 - 8 minutesYesterday, the death toll in Italy related to COVID-19 surpassed China’s death toll, becoming the first country to do so. Today, they’ve seen their biggest spike in deaths. Guest: Eric Reguly, Globe and Mail European Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
California and New York enforce strict regulations to fight COVID-19
March 20, 2020 18:27 - 7 minutesCalifornia has issued a shelter in place order to its 40 million people while New York has ordered non-essential workers to stay home. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How is COVID-19 affecting drug users?
March 20, 2020 18:22 - 8 minutesHow is COVID-19 affecting some of our most vulnerable? Guest: Mark Tyndall, Professor, School of Population and Public Health,UBC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Speaking to someone who has COVID-19
March 20, 2020 17:45 - 7 minutesAcumen Law Lawyer Kyla Lee recently traveled to Ohio and now has a presumptive case of COVID-19. We wanted to reach out to her to see how she is doing. Guest: Kyla Lee, Acumen Law Lawyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wait, There's More | COVID-19: The dos and don’ts of social distancing
March 20, 2020 13:19 - 24 minutesSo, we’re at the point now where health officials are saying the only way to slow the spread of COVID-19 is through social distancing. But the thing is, in order for us to have any kind of impact and get back to our normal lives, experts are stressing that we have to do it properly. Today, we’re joined by scientist and host of the Super Awesome Science Show Jason Tetro to talk about what we know about how the coronavirus spreads and how to properly practice social distancing. Learn more about...
The Best of The Simi Sara Show: Special City Council Meeting, Social Distancing Payoff, Child-Care Amid an Outbreak, & More!
March 19, 2020 20:59 - 1 hourChapter 1 Hot question of the day It’s @jillreports’ hot question of the day: Many British Columbians are a few days into their self isolation at home. We know it can be tough, so what are you doing to pass the time? Spring cleaning Cooking/baking Streaming shows + movies Other, tell us in comments You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 Our provincial government is doing a lot to fight ...
BC Cancer Agency asks volunteer drivers to pause pick-ups
March 19, 2020 20:45 - 9 minutesThe BC Cancer Agency has advised all volunteer drivers to park their vehicles for the foreseeable future due to COVID-19 concerns Guest: George Garrett, Legendary CKNW Reporter, now with the Volunteer BC Cancer Drivers Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
West Vancouver seeks volunteers as antidote to social-isolation
March 19, 2020 20:16 - 8 minutesWest Vancouver is calling on its residents to help seniors dealing with social isolation Guest: Jill Lawlor, Community Wellness Manager, West Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
City of Vancouver holds special council meeting amid COVID-19
March 19, 2020 20:02 - 9 minutesThe City of Vancouver held a special council meeting this morning to address COVID-19 concerns. Tweet from Frances Bula: Mayor says 20 bars or restos were seen open on St. Patrick's Day, in violation of city order, and he has heard multiple stories of others since then with large gatherings inside. Guest: Melissa DeGenova, City of Vancouver Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to manage your social media during COVID-19
March 19, 2020 19:54 - 8 minutesIn today’s technology age, a lot of people get their information from social media, but sometimes it can feel like there is an overload of info. What’s the best way to wade through everything? Guest: Wei Li, UBC Vancouver School of Economics Professor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadians scramble to get back home amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
March 19, 2020 19:36 - 8 minutesTens of thousands of Canadians abroad are starting to worry about how they'll get home, as commercial flights cease in many countries with shuttered borders — and they're asking the federal government to do more to help repatriate stranded travellers. Guest: Claire Newell, Travel Best Bets President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Small businesses prepare for fallout of COVID-19
March 19, 2020 19:13 - 9 minutesHow are small business owners, especially those in the services industry dealing with Covid-19? Pascal Roy is the owner of Le Marche St. George in Vancouver, a small grocery store/slash restaurant. It’s often packed with people spilling onto the sidewalk out front. Owner Pascal Roy joins us to talk about how he is coping. Guest: Pascal Roy, Owner, Le Marche St. George Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Child-care providers raise coronavirus concerns in letter to B.C. premier
March 19, 2020 18:16 - 8 minutesThe B.C. Child Care Owners Association is raising concerns about the province’s requirement to keep daycares open. In an open letter to Premier John Horgan, association board member Pamela Wallberg says the organization is worried about the “absolute dearth of directions from your ministries despite weeks of requesting information. Guest: Pamela Wallberg, Association Board Member, B.C. Child Care Owners Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why you should be practicing social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic
March 19, 2020 17:57 - 8 minutesToday we will be speaking about the side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The economy and our day to day life have been impacted by the uncertainty this pandemic has created. One thing that many people have questions about is the issue of social distancing. How contagious is this virus, and what measures should we all take in our daily lives to ensure that we do not spread the coronavirus throughout our community? Guest: Dr. Christopher Carlsten, Physician, Professor and Head of Respirator...
Our provincial government is doing a lot to fight COVID-19, is it paying off?
March 19, 2020 17:53 - 9 minutesOur provincial government has done a lot to fight the curve of COVID-19, introducing a public health emergency and state of emergency, are these measures working or do we need to go even further? Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global BC Legislature Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Best of The Simi Sara Show: Provincial State of Emergency, US/Canada Border Closures, Langley Firefighters Test Positive & More!
March 18, 2020 20:59 - 1 hourChapter 1 Hot question of the day It’s @jillreports’s hot question of the day: Mandated closures and work from home measures to prevent the spread of #COVID19 are having a major impact on small businesses right across Canada. Are you doing anything to help small businesses if you can? Buying a gift card Ordering take out Signed up for food delivery You can vote on Twitter at @CKNW. You can also call the CKNW Buzz Line at (604) 331-BUZZ (2899) and leave your vote there! Chapter 2 ...
Local animal hospital steps up to help pet owners affected by COVID-19 crisis
March 18, 2020 20:49 - 9 minutesThe RAPS Animal Hospital, a full-service, not-for-profit veterinary facility located in Richmond, is offering financial support for pets in households affected economically by the current health emergency related to Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). RAPS is offering no-interest wellness plans for clients experiencing coronavirus-related – or any other – financial challenges. As a community-owned facility, the hospital also has competitive overall rates. RAPS also offers discounts of 25% or more...
Pair of women sing ode to Dr. Bonnie Henry
March 18, 2020 20:32 - 8 minutesIn these tough times, many people have been expressing their admiration for Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. B.C. residents have stated that her calm demeanor and daily updates on the COVID-19 pandemic have brought them a sense of calm and reassurance during these turbulent times. A pair of women have taken their admiration a step further and have written a song in tribute to our provincial health officer. Here is a clip of their original song, Dear Dr. Bonnie… Guest: Vicki Ferg...
Province of B.C. declares a state of emergency
March 18, 2020 20:22 - 7 minutesPublic Safety Minister and Government House leader Mike Farnworth has declared a provincial state of emergency to address the COVID-19 pandemic. What does this mean, how will it be implemented, and how will it affect our lives? Guest: Richard Zussman, Global News Online Journalist based at the legislature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices