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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Bringing together Indigenous knowledge and modern science
January 03, 2023 16:01 - 9 minutesA new science teaching resource developed by the First Nations University of Canada is bringing together Indigenous knowledge and modern science. Guest: Dr. Arzu Sardarli, Lead Project Researcher and Professor of Mathematics and Physics at the First Nations University of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will the Foreign Homebuyer ban help with housing affordability?
January 03, 2023 15:29 - 7 minutesCanada’s temporary ban on foreign purchases of residential real estate sends the world a mixed message just as this country is ramping up immigration Guest: Adil Dinani, Founder & Principal of Dinani Group Real Estate Advisors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Booking campsites in BC goes live with new website!
January 03, 2023 15:17 - 8 minutesIt’s that time of year when BC campers need to fire up the computer and try to scoop up a campsite for the spring and summer season. Guest: Aman Singh, BC’s Parliamentary Secretary of Environment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: A big year for BC's opposition party
January 03, 2023 15:00 - 14 minutesThe year ahead will hold big challenges for the BC Liberal Opposition. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new strain of COVID Omicron
January 03, 2023 14:23 - 7 minutesA new strain of the COVID Omicron variant has begun to spread in the United States. Guest: Dr. Isaac Bogoch, Infectious Disease Specialist at Toronto General Hospital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Threat of a recession, New travel rues for COVID & Foreign Buyer ban goes into effect
January 02, 2023 17:23 - 52 minutes00:00 - There is a threat of a recession in 2023, so how can Canadians prepare themselves for such an event? Guest: George Georgopoulos, Associate Professor, Department of Economics at York University 09:19 - Are you living up to your New Year resolutions? Or have you already given up on them? Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor 14:18 - How did the public behave themselves as thousands of people partied in Downtown Vancouver for New Year celebrations. Guest: Sgt. Steve Addison, Vancouver Poli...
Vancouver celebrates the New Year!
January 02, 2023 15:22 - 7 minutesHow did the public behave themselves as thousands of people partied in Downtown Vancouver for New Year celebrations. Guest: Sgt. Steve Addison, Vancouver Police Media Relations Officer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Action over talk
January 02, 2023 14:57 - 11 minutesPremier David Eby is looking to kick off the New Year with action, not talk! We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will you make, and stand by, your New Year resolutions?
January 02, 2023 14:42 - 5 minutesAre you living up to your New Year resolutions? Or have you already given up on them? Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Protecting your finances during a recession
January 02, 2023 14:30 - 9 minutesThere is a threat of a recession in 2023, so how can Canadians prepare themselves for such an event? Guest: George Georgopoulos, Associate Professor, Department of Economics at York University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Food-delivery fee cap, Should you only live where you can afford to live? & Where to celebrate NYE in Vancouver.
December 30, 2022 17:23 - 26 minutesFood-delivery fee cap Ian Tostenson, president of the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association. Should you only live where you can afford to live? Christine Boyle, Vancouver City Councillor New Year in Vancouver. Bars and pubs plan Jeff Guignard, President of ABLE B.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View from Victoria - BC forest sector has a future… just not here in B.C.
December 30, 2022 17:15 - 12 minutesVaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full show: Residential Tenancy Branch to get funding boost, What we learned about COVID in 2022 & More rights for renters
December 29, 2022 17:21 - 27 minutesResidential Tenancy Branch to get funding boost Ravi Kahlon, BC Housing Minister What we learned about COVID in 2022 Doctor Brian Conway, Medical Director & Infectious Diseases specialist at the Vancouver Infectious Disease Centre More on Rental rights Robert Patterson, Rental Rights Lawyer, Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View from Victoria - Housing minister gets a head start on a busy year.
December 29, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show with host Jill Bennett: Final report on U.S. Capitol attack detailing Trump ‘conspiracy,’ How long will it take YVR to fix situation at the airport? & struggles many homeless are feeling now amidst cold temperatures and snow
December 23, 2022 17:03 - 53 minutes01:15 - The House Jan. 6 committee’s final report asserts that Donald Trump criminally engaged in a “multi-part conspiracy” to overturn the lawful results of the 2020 presidential election and failed to act to stop his supporters from attacking the Capitol, concluding an extraordinary 18-month investigation into the former president and the violent insurrection two years ago. Guest: Jennifer Johnson, Global News Washington Reporter 09:17 - The backlog at YVR could take a week to clear. How d...
How long will it take YVR to fix situation at the airport?
December 23, 2022 15:27 - 8 minutesAccording to John Gradek, faculty lecturer in the department of aviation management at McGill University, the backlog at YVR could take a week to clear. How does this happen to an airport? And especially to one that is usually competent at handling difficult situations. Guest host Jill Bennett talks to John Gradek, faculty lecturer in the department of aviation management at McGill University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Advising B.C. of federal transfers for next year
December 23, 2022 15:09 - 10 minutesJust in time for Christmas: A letter from deputy premier/finance minister advising BC of federal transfers for next year. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: China silent on election interference, Clearing snow in Metro Vancouver & The need for more electricity
December 22, 2022 17:31 - 38 minutes00:00 - A national security document alleges that Beijing used an extensive network of community groups to conceal the flow of funds between Chinese officials and Canadian members of an election interference network. Guest: Sam Cooper, Global National Investigative Journalist 07:03 - Streets in Vancouver are not looking good. Some residents even took to social media to show the unplowed sidewalks, streets, and parking lots. Guest: Kit Sauder, Co-Chair of Vancouver Renters' Advisory Committee....
View From Victoria: Walking back the promises already
December 22, 2022 15:07 - 11 minutesDavid Eby is walking back some of his promises already! We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
China silent on election interference in Canada
December 22, 2022 14:43 - 7 minutesA national security document alleges that Beijing used an extensive network of community groups to conceal the flow of funds between Chinese officials and Canadian members of an election interference network. Guest: Sam Cooper, Global National Investigative Journalist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Trucking in the snow, Last minute shopping & YVR grinds to a halt
December 21, 2022 17:18 - 27 minutes00:00 - How are truckers fairing in the extreme cold this year? Guest: Dave Earle, President and CEO of the BC Trucking Association. 03:24 - Union Gospel Mission is at overcapacity as the homeless seek shelter during extremely cold conditions Guest: Nicole Mucci. Manager of Media Relations & Communications at Union Gospel Mission. 07:52 - Last-minute gift shoppers will head to shopping centres to try and get gifts for the holiday season. Will the gifts they want be in stock? Guest: Greg Wils...
Making Cents of the Markets for Dec 21, 2022
December 21, 2022 17:07 - 10 minutesMaking Cents of the Market: Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: On time and under budget?
December 21, 2022 15:07 - 11 minutesWe get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Province gets a snowy surprise, Surgery volumes & Meeting more of Santa's helpers
December 20, 2022 17:21 - 30 minutes00:00 - The U.S. House committee investigating the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol has unanimously voted to recommend four criminal charges against former president Donald Trump. Guest: Reggie Ceccini, Global News Washington Bureau Correspondent. 04:44 - Road-clearing companies say they are ready for the next blast of winter weather to hit B.C.’s South Coast. Guest: Ray Kerr, Manager of engineering operations at the City of Surrey. 07:01 - Santa is a busy guy and needs a lot of help. Th...
View From Victoria: A lot of severance being paid out
December 20, 2022 15:12 - 10 minutesThere are some big severance payouts coming from the Horgan-Eby transition. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Meeting Santa's helpers, Some deceptive childcare practices & A 'fun' way to get around cities
December 19, 2022 17:23 - 45 minutes00:00 - In a match that went back and forth, Argentina won its third World Cup after a match that’s already being hailed as one of the most thrilling matches in World Cup history. Guest: Colin Miller, Soccer Analyst and Color commentator for the Vancouver Whitecaps. 07:46 - With the upgrades to Highway 91 and 17 nearing completion, what do commuters need to know about their travels? Guest: Ravi Kahlon, BC Minister for Housing. 12:29 - Eric Chapman got a special phone number to call and talk t...
Meeting the team that helps out Santa Claus!
December 19, 2022 15:42 - 7 minutesEric Chapman got a special phone number to call and talk to some of Santa's helpers to see how things are going as they get ready for Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Upgrading Highways
December 19, 2022 15:41 - 5 minutesWith the upgrades to Highway 91 and 17 nearing completion, what do commuters need to know about their travels? Guest: Ravi Kahlon, BC Minister for Housing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: The problems for Canadian health workers
December 19, 2022 14:58 - 8 minutesOne statistic that more than any other tells the story of the crisis in family medicine. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Canadian generosity, More senior care needed in BC & Heavy hitter brought in for contract talks
December 16, 2022 17:10 - 29 minutes00:00 - With the cost of living constantly on the rise due to inflation and high interest rates, Canadian generosity is hitting rock bottom. Guest: Jake Fuss, Associate Director of Fiscal Studies at Fraser Institute. 07:10 - BC’s Seniors Advocate has released the 2022 Monitoring Seniors Report revealing the percentage of seniors living in the province has jumped 10 percent over the past five years. Guest: Isobel Mackenzie, BC Seniors Advocate. 15:40 - The Office of the Superintendent of Finan...
No change to mortgage 'stress test'
December 16, 2022 15:37 - 5 minutesThe Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions announced as part of an annual review Thursday that the minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages — commonly known to homebuyers and refinancers as the stress test — will not change from its current levels. Guest: Sharon Davis, Mortgage Planner at BlueTree Mortgages WEST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New report shows more seniors needing care in BC
December 16, 2022 15:18 - 9 minutesBC’s Seniors Advocate has released the 2022 Monitoring Seniors Report revealing the percentage of seniors living in the province has jumped 10 percent over the past five years. Guest: Isobel Mackenzie, BC Seniors Advocate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Protecting your health data
December 16, 2022 14:59 - 11 minutesWe get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadians are a little less generous this year
December 16, 2022 14:23 - 7 minutesWith the cost of living constantly on the rise due to inflation and high interest rates, Canadian generosity is hitting rock bottom. Guest: Jake Fuss, Associate Director of Fiscal Studies at Fraser Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Who will fund BC's healthcare, Polar Bears return to English Bay & Halting coronavirus infections
December 15, 2022 17:13 - 46 minutes00:00 - Donald Trump is expected to make a special announcement. What can we expect him to announce? Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent. 08:17 - The federal and provincial governments appear deadlocked in their negotiations on the future of health care in Canada Guest: Adrian Dix, Health Minister. 17:57 - For the first time in three years, Vancouverites will gather at English Bay for a frigid dip in the ocean on New Year’s Day Guest: Lisa Pantages, Vancouver Polar Be...
Catalytic converter theft is on the rise in the Lower Mainland
December 15, 2022 16:38 - 10 minutesMetal prices may be down this year, but police and ICBC say they’re dealing with more catalytic converter thefts than ever. Guest: Dov Dimant, co-owner of Capital Salvage in Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The return of the Polar Bear Swim
December 15, 2022 15:40 - 5 minutesFor the first time in three years, Vancouverites will gather at English Bay for a frigid dip in the ocean on New Year’s Day Guest: Lisa Pantages, Vancouver Polar Bear Swim President Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Negotiations on healthcare funding
December 15, 2022 15:25 - 10 minutesThe federal and provincial governments appear deadlocked in their negotiations on the future of health care in Canada Guest: Adrian Dix, Health Minister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Who is holding up housing projects?
December 15, 2022 14:53 - 11 minutesDavid Eby is admitting that one of the biggest hold ups in housing approvals is his own government. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Donald Trump hints at special announcement
December 15, 2022 14:32 - 8 minutesDonald Trump is expected to make a special announcement. What can we expect him to announce? Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Tech breakthrough a new beginning, Getting sued by your parents & House prices not likely to change
December 14, 2022 17:25 - 53 minutes00:00 - A technological breakthrough could be the beginning of a new energy that could have a dramatic effect on climate change. Guest: Ivan Semeniuk, Globe and Mail Science Reporter 09:12 - A son is being sued by his parents after a falling out over a multigenerational home. Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor 13:35 - A new report from the BC Ombudsperson has found an error in the Vital Statistics Agency's decision making process. Guest: Jay Chalke, BC Ombudsperson 21:25 - While the city of ...
Making Cents of the Markets for Dec 14, 2022
December 14, 2022 17:14 - 11 minutesMaking Cents of the Market: Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tips for a sustainable Christmas
December 14, 2022 15:58 - 10 minutesWhether you’re looking to save money or save the planet, when it comes to gifting, sustainability has become more popular than ever. Guest: CKNW Contributor Raji Sohal interviewed Dr. David Hardisty, Professor UBC Sauder School of Business, and Danijela Stevanovic CEO Goodbuy and Hello Consignment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: What is the meeting all about
December 14, 2022 14:54 - 11 minutesWe get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Rob Shaw, Political Correspondent for CHEK News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A breakthrough in nuclear fusion
December 14, 2022 14:33 - 9 minutesA technological breakthrough could be the beginning of a new energy that could have a dramatic effect on climate change. Guest: Ivan Semeniuk, Globe and Mail Science Reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Access public information, Is Surrey Police cheaper than RCMP? & Why BC doctors are getting trained elsewhere
December 13, 2022 17:14 - 57 minutes00:00 - Why does it take so long for Freedom of Information requests to be processed and is there a way to fix it? Guest: Matthew Green, Federal NDP MP 08:17 - Is it ever ok to leave your kids in the car while you run an errand? Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor 12:37 - Surrey city council voted Monday to send a plan to reverse the city’s police transition to the province’s minister of public safety. Guest: Wally Oppal, was chair of the Surrey police transition task force 20:26 - Several Va...
How does Surrey want to be policed?
December 13, 2022 15:21 - 8 minutesSurrey city council voted Monday to send a plan to reverse the city’s police transition to the province’s minister of public safety. Guest: Wally Oppal, was chair of the Surrey police transition task force Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Eby ducks the question on ICBC rate freeze
December 13, 2022 14:50 - 11 minutesDavid Eby announced a rate freeze at ICBC, but what if the independent commissioner rules against it, saying it is not affordable? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leaving your kids in the car
December 13, 2022 14:34 - 5 minutesIs it ever ok to leave your kids in the car while you run an errand? Guest: Raji Sohal, CKNW Contributor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making it easier to get YOUR information
December 13, 2022 14:18 - 8 minutesWhy does it take so long for Freedom of Information requests to be processed and is there a way to fix it? Guest: Matthew Green, Federal NDP MP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices