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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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September 23 · 52 min
BC Today, Sept. 23: Snap provincial election called for Oct. 24
Premier David Eby has called a snap election for Oct. 24, just one week after the already-scheduled municipal elections. The announcement has already set provincial parties' campaigns in motion. CBC's Katie DeRosa joined us to share what she heard at a CentreBC presser in Victoria Wednesday. UBC political science lecturer Stewart Prest shared his thoughts on the snap election and what we might expect from the campaign.This is Vancolour host Mo Amir took your calls as we dis
September 21 · 52 min
What's next for the B.C. Conservatives after KLF resigns | A provincial election looms
Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned Sunday as leader of the B.C. Conservative Party after eight MLAs defected to the upstart CentreBC party and a handful of others were either removed from caucus or quit. Conservative MLA Gavin Dew and ex-Conservative MLA Rosalyn Bird, now with CentreBC, joined the program as we get your reaction.-- And rumblings of a snap provincial election continue. Should Premier David Eby call an early election? How do you feel about holding provincial and municipal votes at th
September 18 · 52 min
Snap B.C. Election and the future of KLF | Looking back at Vancouver nightlife
There's growing speculation of a snap provincial election as municipal leaders pushback. And there's ongoing turmoil within the B.C. Conservatives after shocking allegations about hiring a private investigator to spy on caucus MLAs. How do you feel about the state of BC politics? How much confidence do you have in our existing parties? Political podcaster Ian Bushfield from The Cambie Report and PolitiCoast joins the show and we hear the latest from CBC Provincial Affairs Reporter Katie DeRos
September 17 · 50 min
Canada/EU partnership
The head of the European Union has proposed Canada join the block as a new "associate member". The Prime Minister says he welcomes the ambition, but instead called it an "alliance for the future". What would a closer alliance mean for Canada regarding issues like trade and defence and what does this all mean for Canada's sovereignty? UBC political science professor Heidi Tworek joined the program.
September 16 · 53 min
School lunches
It's only week two of the new school year. Have you run out of school lunch ideas yet? Registered dietitian Soleina Karamali joins the program to take your calls on when children should be involved in making their school lunches and whether schools should consider universal lunch programs.
September 16 · 28 min
Possible snap election
New polling numbers show a rebound for Premier David Eby and it's fuelling speculation about a provincial snap election. We ask what you think of a potential election as CBC provincial affairs reporter Katie DeRosa and Camosun College political scientist Daniel Reeve joined the show.
September 15 · 29 min
Privatizing major airports
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.
September 15 · 23 min
Building AI literacy
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.
September 14 · 22 min
Housing is a key issue in the upcoming municipal election
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.
September 14 · 21 min
The 2026 Union of B.C. Municipalities convention kicks off today
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.
September 11 · 24 min
Gardening with Brian Minter
BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter is back to celebrate the garlic harvest and take your gardening questions.
September 11 · 23 min
Remembering 9/11 after 25 years
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.
September 10 · 19 min
School districts ban e-scooters
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.
September 10 · 34 min
Buying Canadian amid U.S. trade war
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.

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