en-ca http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/images/promo-bcontheisland.jpg http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting On The Island is a lively and informative blend of news, reviews and interviews, designed to keep Victorians informed about the issues that matter to them. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright © CBC 2012 podcasting@cbc.ca no CBC Radio CBC,CBC Radio On The Island is a lively and informative blend of news, reviews and interviews, designed to keep Victorians informed about the issues that matter to them. http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120210_41426.mp3 The political panel looks at former B.C. Premier Bill Vander Zalm's libel conviction and the B.C. Liberals' latest promise of a balanced budget. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Political Panel: Vander Zalm's libel conviction and teachers' strike The political panel looks at former B.C. Premier Bill Vander Zalm's libel conviction and the B.C. Liberals' latest promise of a balanced budget. 942 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120210_93702.mp3 U.S. environmentalists are raising concerns about the use of sonar by a Canadian Navy frigate in critical marine mammal habitat. Gregor speaks with the Natural Resources Defense Council, and the Commander of the ship in question. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Canadian Navy sonar makes waves U.S. environmentalists are raising concerns about the use of sonar by a Canadian Navy frigate in critical marine mammal habitat. Gregor speaks with the Natural Resources Defense Council, and the Commander of the ship in question. 502 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120209_53136.mp3 Victoria Councillor Ben Isitt on why he's pushing council to reconsider rail for the Johnson Street Bridge. Dan Spinner of the Westshore Chamber of Commerce on the rapid growth of Langford. NDP energy critic on the future of independent power production and Geologist Jeff McGuire on a new underwater installation of earthquake and tsunami detectors. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Reconsidering rail, west shore's growing clout, run-of-river future and earthquake detectors Victoria Councillor Ben Isitt on why he's pushing council to reconsider rail for the Johnson Street Bridge. Dan Spinner of the Westshore Chamber of Commerce on the rapid growth of Langford. NDP energy critic on the future of independent power production and Geologist Jeff McGuire on a new underwater installation of earthquake and tsunami detectors. 418 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120208_52905.mp3 The 2011 census confirm Langford as the province's fastest-growing municipality, but declines in some other Island towns. Questions are being raised about one of the drugs sanctioned by the B.C.government's official smoking-cessation program. A new mural commemorates the naming of Victoria. And a peek inside two of the region's magazines. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Langford population boom, smoking drug concerns, Island mags and painting Victoria's history The 2011 census confirm Langford as the province's fastest-growing municipality, but declines in some other Island towns. Questions are being raised about one of the drugs sanctioned by the B.C.government's official smoking-cessation program. A new mural commemorates the naming of Victoria. And a peek inside two of the region's magazines. 2004 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120207_53083.mp3 Gwen Barlee on why B.C.'s new energy strategy could be good news for B.C. rivers. Oceanographer David Welch on tracking wild salmon to understand the impact of aquaculture. UVic researcher Andrew Ivsins on new research that shows increased needle-sharing in Victoria. Shaleema Gantt, President of the Nanaimo African Heritage Society on Black History Month in Nanaimo. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Energy policy praised, tracking wild salmon, needle-sharing and Nanaimo's Black history Gwen Barlee on why B.C.'s new energy strategy could be good news for B.C. rivers. Oceanographer David Welch on tracking wild salmon to understand the impact of aquaculture. UVic researcher Andrew Ivsins on new research that shows increased needle-sharing in Victoria. Shaleema Gantt, President of the Nanaimo African Heritage Society on Black History Month in Nanaimo. 1787 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120206_75505.mp3 Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond on a report to the United Nations on First Nations children. Go Public reporter Kathy Tomlinson on Bank of Montreal customers who say their privacy was breached. And Sally Chaster, of Advocacy for Adults with Eating Disorders in B.C., on the difficulty of getting treatment for people over age 24. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Crisis for First Nations children, alleging bank privacy breach and adult eating disorders Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond on a report to the United Nations on First Nations children. Go Public reporter Kathy Tomlinson on Bank of Montreal customers who say their privacy was breached. And Sally Chaster, of Advocacy for Adults with Eating Disorders in B.C., on the difficulty of getting treatment for people over age 24. 1323 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120203_25941.mp3 Chief Bill Cranmer on the 'Namgis First Nation's potential expansion, Susan Lambert of the BC Teachers' Federation on concerns that students are suffering because of the continuing job action by teachers, and the political panel on the latest poll and private ferry plans. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT 'Namgis eyes expansion, teachers defend job action and political panel Chief Bill Cranmer on the 'Namgis First Nation's potential expansion, Susan Lambert of the BC Teachers' Federation on concerns that students are suffering because of the continuing job action by teachers, and the political panel on the latest poll and private ferry plans. 1922 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120202_38758.mp3 Michael McEvoy, president of of the BC School Trustees Association, on the effect of the teachers' strike on students. Judy Mas, Immersion Coordinator for the Greater Victoria School District,on late French Immersion enrolment. Ana Clara Sosa Cazales on UVic's Medical Brigades, a volunteer group that offers basic health services in Honduras, and UWO professor Andrew Sancton on the pros and cons of merging municipalities. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Teachers strike, late French Immersion, helping in Honduras and analysing amalgamation Michael McEvoy, president of of the BC School Trustees Association, on the effect of the teachers' strike on students. Judy Mas, Immersion Coordinator for the Greater Victoria School District,on late French Immersion enrolment. Ana Clara Sosa Cazales on UVic's Medical Brigades, a volunteer group that offers basic health services in Honduras, and UWO professor Andrew Sancton on the pros and cons of merging municipalities. 1672 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120201_64260.mp3 CEP Union president Dave Coles on the future for unionized employees of Catalyst Paper. Economist Patricia Croft looks at changes to the Canada Pension Plan. Reporter Michael Tymchuk looks into the illegal conversions of electric bikes and astronomer Ken Tapping on how "whistlers" could explain mysterious rumbling in Sooke. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Catalyst union worries, pension changes, illegal bike conversions and rumbling in Sooke CEP Union president Dave Coles on the future for unionized employees of Catalyst Paper. Economist Patricia Croft looks at changes to the Canada Pension Plan. Reporter Michael Tymchuk looks into the illegal conversions of electric bikes and astronomer Ken Tapping on how "whistlers" could explain mysterious rumbling in Sooke. 1597 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120131_52588.mp3 Francis Zweirs of the UVic-based Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium on the evidence of rising temperatures in B.C.. Mike Bishop and Ron Mackenzie talk about why Lake Cowichan's only local radio station could be forced off the air. Kevin Mason of ERA Forest Products Research on Catalyst Paper seeking creditor protection, and Naomi Devine talks on cycling from her B.C. to Rio de Janeiro. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT B.C.'s rising temperatures, Lake Cowichan radio, Catalyst fights bankruptcy and cycling to Rio Francis Zweirs of the UVic-based Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium on the evidence of rising temperatures in B.C.. Mike Bishop and Ron Mackenzie talk about why Lake Cowichan's only local radio station could be forced off the air. Kevin Mason of ERA Forest Products Research on Catalyst Paper seeking creditor protection, and Naomi Devine talks on cycling from her B.C. to Rio de Janeiro. 1787 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120130_46922.mp3 Superintendent Jim Cambridge on why Sooke French Immersion enrolment is on the rise, Shellie Gudgeon on discussing amalgamation, Liz Roe and Marion Harper on fostering guide dogs and Brian Hollingshead of the B.C. Ferry Advisory Committee. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Sooke French Immersion, raising the "A" word, fostering guide dogs and ferries reaction Superintendent Jim Cambridge on why Sooke French Immersion enrolment is on the rise, Shellie Gudgeon on discussing amalgamation, Liz Roe and Marion Harper on fostering guide dogs and Brian Hollingshead of the B.C. Ferry Advisory Committee. 1832 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120127_70045.mp3 Privacy commissioner Elizabeth Denham on the lack of awareness of video surveillance laws among businesses and the public. NDP MLA Rob Fleming on changes in the operations of the Provincial Capital Commission. The political panel on the Ferry Commissioner's report and changes to the Provincial Capital Commission. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Surveillance breaching privacy laws, opposing PCC changes and the Political Panel Privacy commissioner Elizabeth Denham on the lack of awareness of video surveillance laws among businesses and the public. NDP MLA Rob Fleming on changes in the operations of the Provincial Capital Commission. The political panel on the Ferry Commissioner's report and changes to the Provincial Capital Commission. 1714 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120126_26032.mp3 George White, chief of the Snuneymuwx First Nation, on the meeting between First Nations leaders from across the country and the Prime Minister. Minister Ida Chong on changes to the Provincial Capital Commission. Forest Ethics co-founder Valerie Langer responds to allegations that the Prime Minister's office made threats against environmental groups, and Jeff Grout of Fisheries and Oceans Canada on a federal program to buy West Coast salmon licences. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Assessing PM's promises, managing PCC properties, Forest Ethics and salmon licences George White, chief of the Snuneymuwx First Nation, on the meeting between First Nations leaders from across the country and the Prime Minister. Minister Ida Chong on changes to the Provincial Capital Commission. Forest Ethics co-founder Valerie Langer responds to allegations that the Prime Minister's office made threats against environmental groups, and Jeff Grout of Fisheries and Oceans Canada on a federal program to buy West Coast salmon licences. 1935 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120125_56529.mp3 Ross Tennant of Bamberton Properties talks about the company's new proposal to expand industrial zoning for the large site on Saanich Inlet. Ken Johnson of the Hallmark Heritage Society on the problems he sees with the proposed Northern Junk development. Gregor tries out a mock job interview with Leslie Liggett of the Gustafson School of Business, and Independent ferry commissioner Gordon Macatee on his new report http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Rezoning Bamberton, Northern Junk plan, Gregor's job interview and ferries review Ross Tennant of Bamberton Properties talks about the company's new proposal to expand industrial zoning for the large site on Saanich Inlet. Ken Johnson of the Hallmark Heritage Society on the problems he sees with the proposed Northern Junk development. Gregor tries out a mock job interview with Leslie Liggett of the Gustafson School of Business, and Independent ferry commissioner Gordon Macatee on his new report 1806 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120124_94332.mp3 Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard on a new study on how to improve the Pat Bay Highway. Saanich Schools Superintendent Keven Elder on the proposal to move recess as a result of the teachers' strike. Victoria-Beacon Hill MLA Carole James speaks from Burns Lake about the destruction of the Babine sawmill. And Peter Brand, the Coordinator for First Voices on a new aboriginal languages app. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Improving Highway 17, rescheduling recess, Burns Lake's loss and aboriginal language app Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard on a new study on how to improve the Pat Bay Highway. Saanich Schools Superintendent Keven Elder on the proposal to move recess as a result of the teachers' strike. Victoria-Beacon Hill MLA Carole James speaks from Burns Lake about the destruction of the Babine sawmill. And Peter Brand, the Coordinator for First Voices on a new aboriginal languages app. 2037 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120123_89983.mp3 Monica Prendergast reviews The Drowsy Chaperone at Langham Court Theatre http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Theatre Review - The Drowsy Chaperone Monica Prendergast reviews The Drowsy Chaperone at Langham Court Theatre 298 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120123_74186.mp3 Jameel Aziz, the president of the B.C Principals and Vice Principals Association, on the impact of the teachers' job action. Maureen Sawa and Rina Hadziev of the Greater Victoria Public Libary on publishers' hesitation over library ebook sales. Ucluelet Mayor Bill Irving on opposition to a fishing license buyback offer. And Langford Councillor Denise Blackwell on that city's affordable housing program. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Teachers strike impact, libraries' ebook access, fishing licence buy-back and affordable homes Jameel Aziz, the president of the B.C Principals and Vice Principals Association, on the impact of the teachers' job action. Maureen Sawa and Rina Hadziev of the Greater Victoria Public Libary on publishers' hesitation over library ebook sales. Ucluelet Mayor Bill Irving on opposition to a fishing license buyback offer. And Langford Councillor Denise Blackwell on that city's affordable housing program. 1634 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120120_83839.mp3 Faith Bodnar of the B.C. Association for Community Living on changes to services for adults with developmental disabilities. The political panel on CLBC changes and the premiers' meeting. And author Michael Elcock on "theft" of authors' works by libraries and large sites such as Google. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Boosting support for disabilities, Political Panel and defending authors' copyright Faith Bodnar of the B.C. Association for Community Living on changes to services for adults with developmental disabilities. The political panel on CLBC changes and the premiers' meeting. And author Michael Elcock on "theft" of authors' works by libraries and large sites such as Google. 1808 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120119_12181.mp3 Rev. Al Tysick of the Dandelion Society on how the homeless community is faring in the sub-zero temperatures. Programmer Herb Lainchbury on the local impact if SOPA is passed in the U.S. Matthew Huszar's mother, Danny, talks about the search for her son and a new reward. Gregor speaks with Richard Rosenthal, B.C.'s first Chief Civilian Director for the Independent Investigations Office. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Seeking shelter, SOPA's local impact, searching for Matthew Huszar and policing the police Rev. Al Tysick of the Dandelion Society on how the homeless community is faring in the sub-zero temperatures. Programmer Herb Lainchbury on the local impact if SOPA is passed in the U.S. Matthew Huszar's mother, Danny, talks about the search for her son and a new reward. Gregor speaks with Richard Rosenthal, B.C.'s first Chief Civilian Director for the Independent Investigations Office. 1652 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120118_61541.mp3 B.C. Attorney General Shirley Bond responds on cameras in the courtroom. Victoria Police Constable Neil Lundin on winter driving techniques. Hilde Schlosar on the difficulties of immigrants in Nanaimo who are looking for jobs. MP Jean Crowder on a tax loophole concerning tax free savings accounts. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Courtroom cameras, winter driving, immigrant jobseekers and TFSA loophole B.C. Attorney General Shirley Bond responds on cameras in the courtroom. Victoria Police Constable Neil Lundin on winter driving techniques. Hilde Schlosar on the difficulties of immigrants in Nanaimo who are looking for jobs. MP Jean Crowder on a tax loophole concerning tax free savings accounts. 1418 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120117_51440.mp3 Gloria Gutman of the Simon Fraser University's Gerontology Research Centre talks about a government report that finds half of all seniors in nursing homes are receiving anti-psychotic drugs. CBC Legislative reporter Jeff Davies on the debate over federal healthcare transfers. Colwood councillor Judith Cullington on how erosion is threatening the Esquimalt Lagoon and its bridge, and Sidney bookbinder Paul Tronson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Sedating seniors, health transfers, Esquimalt Lagoon and bookbinding Gloria Gutman of the Simon Fraser University's Gerontology Research Centre talks about a government report that finds half of all seniors in nursing homes are receiving anti-psychotic drugs. CBC Legislative reporter Jeff Davies on the debate over federal healthcare transfers. Colwood councillor Judith Cullington on how erosion is threatening the Esquimalt Lagoon and its bridge, and Sidney bookbinder Paul Tronson. 1713 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120116_15697.mp3 Sooke Mayor Wendal Milne on concerns about the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline. CBC reporter Jason Proctor on Ian Thow's day parole application and his long-awaited apology. Linda Hughes, the Victoria United Way chief executive, talks about the United Way of Greater Victoria's 10 per cent shortfall in its fall fundraising campaign. And Go Public reporter Kathy Tomlinson brings the story of a woman whose belongings were held hostage by a moving company. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Sooke's pipeline worries, Ian Thow, United Way shortfall, movers fined and courtroom cameras Sooke Mayor Wendal Milne on concerns about the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline. CBC reporter Jason Proctor on Ian Thow's day parole application and his long-awaited apology. Linda Hughes, the Victoria United Way chief executive, talks about the United Way of Greater Victoria's 10 per cent shortfall in its fall fundraising campaign. And Go Public reporter Kathy Tomlinson brings the story of a woman whose belongings were held hostage by a moving company. 1555 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120113_26457.mp3 UVic professor Michael Prince talks about how well the government's changes will work at fixing problems with the grant program. Murray Hutchinson of the Vancouver Island Health Authority discusses the new cleaning contract given to Compass at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. CBC, CBC Radio, On The Island, British Columbia, Gregor Craigie, The political panel talks about a shakeup in the premier's office that brings in a "Big C" federal Conservative insider as chief of staff, and manager David Ferguson talks about the future of Market Square. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Gaming grants, cleaning Nanaimo's hospital, political panel and Market Square UVic professor Michael Prince talks about how well the government's changes will work at fixing problems with the grant program. Murray Hutchinson of the Vancouver Island Health Authority discusses the new cleaning contract given to Compass at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. CBC, CBC Radio, On The Island, British Columbia, Gregor Craigie, The political panel talks about a shakeup in the premier's office that brings in a "Big C" federal Conservative insider as chief of staff, and manager David Ferguson talks about the future of Market Square. 2001 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120112_85158.mp3 Rob Gloor of the Alliance for Arts and Culture on restoring gambling grants to arts groups. Katie Josephson of the City of Victoria on the city's 150th birthday preparations. Union president Darryl Walker, on public sector bargaining progress and Market Square business owners talk about why some of them are leaving. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Restoring gaming grants, Victoria's 150th, public-sector bargaining and leaving Market Square Rob Gloor of the Alliance for Arts and Culture on restoring gambling grants to arts groups. Katie Josephson of the City of Victoria on the city's 150th birthday preparations. Union president Darryl Walker, on public sector bargaining progress and Market Square business owners talk about why some of them are leaving. 1658 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120111_88295.mp3 UVic Geography Professor Les Foster on the British Columbia Atlas of Wellness. Data and security consultant Sharon Polsky on the theft of UVic employees personal and banking information. Brian Hartz of Douglas Magazine and Anne Mullens of Boulevard magazine talk about the stories in their latest issues. Erin Skillen talks about a new reality TV pilot under production in Saanich, Neighbourhood vs Neighbour. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Mapping wellness, identity theft, looking between the covers and neighbourhood vs neighbour UVic Geography Professor Les Foster on the British Columbia Atlas of Wellness. Data and security consultant Sharon Polsky on the theft of UVic employees personal and banking information. Brian Hartz of Douglas Magazine and Anne Mullens of Boulevard magazine talk about the stories in their latest issues. Erin Skillen talks about a new reality TV pilot under production in Saanich, Neighbourhood vs Neighbour. 1726 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120110_28602.mp3 Emma Gilchrist of Victoria's Dogwood Initiative on the federal government's description of pipeline opponents as foreign-funded radicals. University of Victoria vice president Gayle Gorrill on the theft of personal and financial information for thousands of UVic employees. Stephanie Bell of PETA on culling deer. And Comox Valley Echo reporter Philip Round on mysterious letters to Courtenay city councillors. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Labelling pipeline critics, UVic break-in, opposing a cull and Courtenay councillors' warning Emma Gilchrist of Victoria's Dogwood Initiative on the federal government's description of pipeline opponents as foreign-funded radicals. University of Victoria vice president Gayle Gorrill on the theft of personal and financial information for thousands of UVic employees. Stephanie Bell of PETA on culling deer. And Comox Valley Echo reporter Philip Round on mysterious letters to Courtenay city councillors. 1738 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120109_12042.mp3 Enbridge spokesperson Paul Stanway talks about why the company sees the Northern Gateway Pipeline project as a good one for B.C., Oak Bay mayor Nils Jensen talks about what he thinks should be done about deer and cougars, Rob Wiltzen of the Reach for Unbleached Foundation discusses environmental concerns about the use of wood for energy production at the Harmac mill, and Colin Goldblatt, a UVic physicist, describes scientific scenarios for the end of the Earth as we know it. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Northern pipeline hearings, dealing with deer, debating biomass and the coming apocalypse Enbridge spokesperson Paul Stanway talks about why the company sees the Northern Gateway Pipeline project as a good one for B.C., Oak Bay mayor Nils Jensen talks about what he thinks should be done about deer and cougars, Rob Wiltzen of the Reach for Unbleached Foundation discusses environmental concerns about the use of wood for energy production at the Harmac mill, and Colin Goldblatt, a UVic physicist, describes scientific scenarios for the end of the Earth as we know it. 1618 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120106_18232.mp3 Seafood testing, Victoria cougar sighting, coastguard cuts and a holocaust past http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Seafood testing, Victoria cougar sighting, coastguard cuts and holocaust roots Seafood testing, Victoria cougar sighting, coastguard cuts and a holocaust past 1700 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120105_28600.mp3 Foster children wait, jewish cemetery vandalism and Malaspina Gardens layoffs http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Foster children wait, jewish cemetery vandalism and Malaspina Gardens layoffs Foster children wait, jewish cemetery vandalism and Malaspina Gardens layoffs 1448 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120104_83770.mp3 The property value of the former pulp and paper mill in Campbell River has plummetted by 45-million-dollars. So will the city have to raise taxes to make up for it? http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Campbell River tax dilemma The property value of the former pulp and paper mill in Campbell River has plummetted by 45-million-dollars. So will the city have to raise taxes to make up for it? 330 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120104_95414.mp3 Seafood fraud, Campbell River tax dilemma and losing the fat fight http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Seafood fraud, Campbell River tax dilemma and losing the fat fight Seafood fraud, Campbell River tax dilemma and losing the fat fight 1188 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20120103_20234.mp3 Property assessments, Claremont school theatre and the critic's choice awards http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Property assessments, Claremont school theatre and the critic's choice awards Property assessments, Claremont school theatre and the critic's choice awards 1491 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111228_47621.mp3 A Day in the Life. On the Road to the London Olympic Games Part 2 http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT A Day In The Life: Part 2 A Day in the Life. On the Road to the London Olympic Games Part 2 1650 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111228_19873.mp3 A Day in the Life. On the Road to the London Olympic Games Part 1 http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT A Day In The Life: Part 1 A Day in the Life. On the Road to the London Olympic Games Part 1 1440 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111223_82686.mp3 Kim McQueen, whose daughter is coming home to Victoria after a kidney transplant,on receiving the ultimate gift of an organ donation. Victoria's sustainability director Roy Brooke on the annual king tides and global warming. And a Victoria couple talk about the Christmas baking rush at their bakery in Delhi, India. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT The gift of a kidney,global warming preview and Christmas in Delhi Kim McQueen, whose daughter is coming home to Victoria after a kidney transplant,on receiving the ultimate gift of an organ donation. Victoria's sustainability director Roy Brooke on the annual king tides and global warming. And a Victoria couple talk about the Christmas baking rush at their bakery in Delhi, India. 1231 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111222_42521.mp3 Chief Douglas White on the Snuneymuxw First Nation's unfulfilled treaty. Norman Spector on the latest poll showing B.C. Liberals in second place, and tied with the provincial Conservatives. Barb McClintock of the BC Coroner's Service and nursing professor Bernie Pauly on homeless deaths. And Medical Health Officer Dr. Paul Hasselback on the legalization of marijuana. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Snuneymuxw treaty, Liberals' poll plunge, homeless deaths and legalizing pot Chief Douglas White on the Snuneymuxw First Nation's unfulfilled treaty. Norman Spector on the latest poll showing B.C. Liberals in second place, and tied with the provincial Conservatives. Barb McClintock of the BC Coroner's Service and nursing professor Bernie Pauly on homeless deaths. And Medical Health Officer Dr. Paul Hasselback on the legalization of marijuana. 1918 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111221_29663.mp3 Jill Stainforth and Curtis Grad on the details of a new agreement between Fisherman's Wharf float home owners. Historian and Victoria Councillor Ben Isitt on a mutiny in downtown Victoria 93 years ago. Environment Minister Terry Lake on concerns raised about a proposed hydro project on the Kokish River. And Victoria store owner Kirsten Wright on the growing popularity of locally made gifts. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Float home accord, mutiny at Fort and Quadra, defending Kokish development and buying locally Jill Stainforth and Curtis Grad on the details of a new agreement between Fisherman's Wharf float home owners. Historian and Victoria Councillor Ben Isitt on a mutiny in downtown Victoria 93 years ago. Environment Minister Terry Lake on concerns raised about a proposed hydro project on the Kokish River. And Victoria store owner Kirsten Wright on the growing popularity of locally made gifts. 1822 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111220_97120.mp3 Dan Hickman on how helping to meet the Christmas wishes of Victoria's poorest residents. Gwen Barlee of the Wilderness Committee on the threat to fish habitat in the Kokish River if a run-of-river power project proceeds. St. Andrew's Principal and choir conductor Keefer Pollard on the decline of carolling. And Shoshana Litman on storytelling and Hanukkah. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Homeless gifts, Kokish river hydro, carolling's decline and Hanukkah stories Dan Hickman on how helping to meet the Christmas wishes of Victoria's poorest residents. Gwen Barlee of the Wilderness Committee on the threat to fish habitat in the Kokish River if a run-of-river power project proceeds. St. Andrew's Principal and choir conductor Keefer Pollard on the decline of carolling. And Shoshana Litman on storytelling and Hanukkah. 421 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111219_60578.mp3 Port Alberni's new mayor, John Douglas, about Catalyst Paper's latest troubles with a missed debt payment last week. Economist Monica Townson talks about the options for the finance ministers on improving Canadians' pensions. Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan talks about plans for an earthquake study of the city's civic buildings and Reverend Al Tysick, formerly the head of the Our Place drop in and homeless housing facility, talks about his new project to help Victoria's homeless. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Catalyst debt, Canada's pension plan, Nanaimo's earthquake risk and the Dandelion Society Port Alberni's new mayor, John Douglas, about Catalyst Paper's latest troubles with a missed debt payment last week. Economist Monica Townson talks about the options for the finance ministers on improving Canadians' pensions. Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan talks about plans for an earthquake study of the city's civic buildings and Reverend Al Tysick, formerly the head of the Our Place drop in and homeless housing facility, talks about his new project to help Victoria's homeless. 1751 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111216_34607.mp3 Jack Peake on why he formed a new group to push for improvements to rail service on Vancouver Island, Tofino Mayor Perry Schmunk on debris from the Japanese tsunami washing up on west coast beaches, and political panel looks on the Kyoto climate accord and the NDP's new confidence. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Rail splinter group, tsunami debris and the Political Panel Jack Peake on why he formed a new group to push for improvements to rail service on Vancouver Island, Tofino Mayor Perry Schmunk on debris from the Japanese tsunami washing up on west coast beaches, and political panel looks on the Kyoto climate accord and the NDP's new confidence. 1826 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111215_49901.mp3 CUPE president Paul Moist and the Canadian Taxpayers Federation's Jordan Bateman weigh in with their views on the future of Canada's pension plan. Port Alberni's Pot Luck Ceramics, a unique business that raises money for non-profit groups. And Andrea Paquette on the creation of a supportive network for teenagers and adults with bipolar illness. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Two sides of the pension debate, Port Alberni's Pot Luck Ceramics and the Bipolar Babe CUPE president Paul Moist and the Canadian Taxpayers Federation's Jordan Bateman weigh in with their views on the future of Canada's pension plan. Port Alberni's Pot Luck Ceramics, a unique business that raises money for non-profit groups. And Andrea Paquette on the creation of a supportive network for teenagers and adults with bipolar illness. 1595 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111214_43346.mp3 Mudge Island resident Jack Schick on concerns that their public access road to Gabriola Island could be severed. Justice Murray Sinclair, the head of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, on why Vancouver Island is the first stop for the commission's hearings. And Bamfield residents on the legacy of absentee landlord Jack Purdy. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Mudge Island wharf access, residential schools and Bamfield's absentee landlord, Part 2 Mudge Island resident Jack Schick on concerns that their public access road to Gabriola Island could be severed. Justice Murray Sinclair, the head of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, on why Vancouver Island is the first stop for the commission's hearings. And Bamfield residents on the legacy of absentee landlord Jack Purdy. 1526 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111209_65256.mp3 Ross Crockford on the status of the Johnson Street Bridge replacement. The political panel on pay cuts and payouts at B.C. Ferries and ICBC. Globe sportswriter Bruce Dowbiggin on violence in the league that includes the Island's Victoria Royals. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Bridge demolition, Political Panel and fighting in the WHL Ross Crockford on the status of the Johnson Street Bridge replacement. The political panel on pay cuts and payouts at B.C. Ferries and ICBC. Globe sportswriter Bruce Dowbiggin on violence in the league that includes the Island's Victoria Royals. 1760 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111208_30109.mp3 Ann Thomas of the Vancouver Island Health Authority on warnings against selling ungraded eggs. City of Victoria spokesperson Katie Josephson discusses options for trash and kitchen-scrap pick-up. What's ahead for the new director if B.C.'s new unit to investigate police, according to Ontario's Ian Scott. And Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen on options for policing in Greater Victoria http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Ungraded eggs, Victoria trash pick-up, investigating the police and amalgamation Ann Thomas of the Vancouver Island Health Authority on warnings against selling ungraded eggs. City of Victoria spokesperson Katie Josephson discusses options for trash and kitchen-scrap pick-up. What's ahead for the new director if B.C.'s new unit to investigate police, according to Ontario's Ian Scott. And Oak Bay Mayor Nils Jensen on options for policing in Greater Victoria 1576 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111207_41898.mp3 Ex-RCMP constables Janet Merlo and Krista Carle talk about harassment in the force. Don Sutton of CUPE Local 50 talks about why the union is urging support of the most expensive option for trash pickup. Mike Corrigan, the new CEO of BC Ferry Services and Graham Riches, former Director of UBC's School of Social Work, questions whether food banks perpetuate poverty. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT RCMP harassment, trash talk, new Ferries boss and questioning food banks Ex-RCMP constables Janet Merlo and Krista Carle talk about harassment in the force. Don Sutton of CUPE Local 50 talks about why the union is urging support of the most expensive option for trash pickup. Mike Corrigan, the new CEO of BC Ferry Services and Graham Riches, former Director of UBC's School of Social Work, questions whether food banks perpetuate poverty. 1903 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111206_72710.mp3 Ian Roberts of Marine Harvest on using huge new nets to keep the seals and sea lions out of their fish farm pens, Dianne de Champlain of the Victoria Women's Transition House on violence against women and the anniversary of the Ecole Polytechnique killings, a disputed crematorium development in the Cowichan Valley and Sheila Malcolmson of the Islands Trust on oil tanker concerns. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Sealing out seals, Ecole Polytechnique, crematorium criticism and oil tankers Ian Roberts of Marine Harvest on using huge new nets to keep the seals and sea lions out of their fish farm pens, Dianne de Champlain of the Victoria Women's Transition House on violence against women and the anniversary of the Ecole Polytechnique killings, a disputed crematorium development in the Cowichan Valley and Sheila Malcolmson of the Islands Trust on oil tanker concerns. 1853 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111205_58828.mp3 Cindy Dobbe, the founder of an treatment centre on the difficulty of getting help for chronic anorexics. Brian Roberts, on new oil collection kiosks to turn household cooking oil into biofuels. Amanda Farrell-Low on the closing of three Victoria art galleries and the editors of YAM and Boulevard magazines on the Christmas-themed features in their current issues. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT Treating anorexia, oil into biofuel, closing galleries and Christmas between the covers Cindy Dobbe, the founder of an treatment centre on the difficulty of getting help for chronic anorexics. Brian Roberts, on new oil collection kiosks to turn household cooking oil into biofuels. Amanda Farrell-Low on the closing of three Victoria art galleries and the editors of YAM and Boulevard magazines on the Christmas-themed features in their current issues. 1992 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111202_33676.mp3 Brent Palmer, the director of the Mustard Seed Food Bank, on the state of hunger in Victoria. One Victoria family remembers their own experience as food bank users. The political panel on the B.C. economy and the need for food banks. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT CBC 25th annual Food Bank Show: A family's story, hunger in Victoria, and the Political Panel Brent Palmer, the director of the Mustard Seed Food Bank, on the state of hunger in Victoria. One Victoria family remembers their own experience as food bank users. The political panel on the B.C. economy and the need for food banks. 1813 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111201_25379.mp3 Curtis Grad of the Harbour Authority's plans for the CPR Steamship Terminal. Robert Holmes of the B.C. Civil Liberties Association on the court ruling that struck down the province's drunk driving law. Maritime Museum president Barry Rolston on their unsuccessful bid for the CPR terminal. And Pot activist Dana Larsen on the Vancouver Island seed company that won the Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT CPR terminal plans, drunk driving ruling, Maritime Museum future and pot prize Curtis Grad of the Harbour Authority's plans for the CPR Steamship Terminal. Robert Holmes of the B.C. Civil Liberties Association on the court ruling that struck down the province's drunk driving law. Maritime Museum president Barry Rolston on their unsuccessful bid for the CPR terminal. And Pot activist Dana Larsen on the Vancouver Island seed company that won the Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam. 1680 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111130_44844.mp3 Journalist Sean Holman on the Provincial Capital Commission's lease of the CPR Steamship Terminal. Kelsey Wheedner on buried backyard oil tanks. First Nations chief Bob Chamberlin on what happened to their housing crisis. Paul Pearson of the Trial Lawyers Association on the dispute over legal aid funding. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Leaking oil tanks, revisiting a crisis, leasing the CPR terminal, and rallying for legal aid Journalist Sean Holman on the Provincial Capital Commission's lease of the CPR Steamship Terminal. Kelsey Wheedner on buried backyard oil tanks. First Nations chief Bob Chamberlin on what happened to their housing crisis. Paul Pearson of the Trial Lawyers Association on the dispute over legal aid funding. 1769 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111129_25993.mp3 Tom Grant of Dawn to Dawn talks about housing the homeless in Comox Valley. Richard Goode of the BC Ferry and Marine Workers Union on BC Ferries plan to find a private operator for proposed cable ferry. Reporter Jason Proctor on who is collecting returnable bottles and cans in our recycling. And UVic climate scientist Andrew Weaver on Canada's possible Kyoto accord withdrawal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Housing the homeless in Comox Valley, Denman ferry, bottle battle and Canada's climate commitment Tom Grant of Dawn to Dawn talks about housing the homeless in Comox Valley. Richard Goode of the BC Ferry and Marine Workers Union on BC Ferries plan to find a private operator for proposed cable ferry. Reporter Jason Proctor on who is collecting returnable bottles and cans in our recycling. And UVic climate scientist Andrew Weaver on Canada's possible Kyoto accord withdrawal. 1672 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111128_31289.mp3 Howard Johnson of the Baptist Housing Society ont the future of a proposed facility for seniors, Ian Robert of Marine Harvest Canada on a global oversupply of farmed salmon, Anushka Nagji of the People's Assembly of Victoria, on the local "Occupy" protesters'next target and Courtenay Mayor-elect Larry Jangula on homelessness. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Seniors housing, salmon surplus, Occupying Xmas and debating homelessness in Courtenay Howard Johnson of the Baptist Housing Society ont the future of a proposed facility for seniors, Ian Robert of Marine Harvest Canada on a global oversupply of farmed salmon, Anushka Nagji of the People's Assembly of Victoria, on the local "Occupy" protesters'next target and Courtenay Mayor-elect Larry Jangula on homelessness. 1663 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111125_68041.mp3 BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall discusses the private sector interest in a proposed Denman Island - Buckley Bay cable ferry. The political panel looks at a controversial hiring and the statistics on the first year of those controversial new drinking-driving laws in B.C. and Walter McGinnis of Stop Smart Meters talks about the citizen group's strategy to get rid of the BC Hydro devices. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Denman cable ferry, Political Panel and Smart Meter strategy BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall discusses the private sector interest in a proposed Denman Island - Buckley Bay cable ferry. The political panel looks at a controversial hiring and the statistics on the first year of those controversial new drinking-driving laws in B.C. and Walter McGinnis of Stop Smart Meters talks about the citizen group's strategy to get rid of the BC Hydro devices. 1632 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111124_80551.mp3 Outgoing mayor Christopher Causton explains his support for a seniors development that was rejected by his council. Victoria businessman Matt MacNeil makes his case for a comprehensive plan for revitalizing the city's Inner Harbour. Black Press journalist Tom Fletcher talks about the move to ban anonymouse comments. B.C. Conservation Officer Peter Pauwels talks about the problem of poachers who are illegally hunting deer in urban areas of Victoria. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Rejecting Oak Bay Lodge, reviving the waterfront, banning anonymity and poaching deer Outgoing mayor Christopher Causton explains his support for a seniors development that was rejected by his council. Victoria businessman Matt MacNeil makes his case for a comprehensive plan for revitalizing the city's Inner Harbour. Black Press journalist Tom Fletcher talks about the move to ban anonymouse comments. B.C. Conservation Officer Peter Pauwels talks about the problem of poachers who are illegally hunting deer in urban areas of Victoria. 1233 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111122_21187.mp3 Tofino mayor Perry Schmunk, new councillor Shellie Gudgeon, Nanoose logging controversy and Coast Guard Auxiliary http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Tofino mayor Perry Schmunk, new councillor Shellie Gudgeon, Nanoose logging controversy and Coast Guard Auxillary Tofino mayor Perry Schmunk, new councillor Shellie Gudgeon, Nanoose logging controversy and Coast Guard Auxiliary 1502 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111121_25475.mp3 Interview with: Council veteran Geoff Young who topped the polls in Saturday's Victoria election; Ben Isitt and Lisa Helps, elected to Victoria council; Unsuccessful Victoria mayoral candidate Paul Brown and Dean Fortin, who was re-elected; re-elected Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard, Oak Bay Mayor-Elect Nils Jensen, Colwood Mayor-Elect Carol Hamilton, and Campbell River Mayor-Elect Walter Jakeway http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Municipal election reaction: Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, Colwood, Campbell River Interview with: Council veteran Geoff Young who topped the polls in Saturday's Victoria election; Ben Isitt and Lisa Helps, elected to Victoria council; Unsuccessful Victoria mayoral candidate Paul Brown and Dean Fortin, who was re-elected; re-elected Saanich Mayor Frank Leonard, Oak Bay Mayor-Elect Nils Jensen, Colwood Mayor-Elect Carol Hamilton, and Campbell River Mayor-Elect Walter Jakeway 2015 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111118_39758.mp3 UVic writing professor David Leach on his TEDx talk, Marion Little of PEERS and a former sex trade worker on the agency's employment training, and the Friday panel looks at the global protest's impact in local politics http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT TEDx comes to Victoria, sex workers' program threatened and political panel UVic writing professor David Leach on his TEDx talk, Marion Little of PEERS and a former sex trade worker on the agency's employment training, and the Friday panel looks at the global protest's impact in local politics 1961 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111117_91465.mp3 CBC National Reporter Greg Rasmussen discusses the new priority placed on investigating sexual harassment claims within the RCMP. Jim Tanaka, on using tech to help people with autism. Leaf blower versus rake: Gregor and Khalil compete to see which one is faster. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT RCMP harassment probe, autism technology and The Leafblower Challenge CBC National Reporter Greg Rasmussen discusses the new priority placed on investigating sexual harassment claims within the RCMP. Jim Tanaka, on using tech to help people with autism. Leaf blower versus rake: Gregor and Khalil compete to see which one is faster. 1282 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111117_85276.mp3 Construction industry analyst Mark Casaletto is optimistic about the construction industry in B.C., Lawyer Chris Considine talks about challenging assisted suicide laws in the 1990s. NDP health critic Mike Farnworth on adults placed in the children's ward at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Construction forecast, challenging suicide laws and adults in the children's ward Construction industry analyst Mark Casaletto is optimistic about the construction industry in B.C., Lawyer Chris Considine talks about challenging assisted suicide laws in the 1990s. NDP health critic Mike Farnworth on adults placed in the children's ward at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. 1129 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111117_94573.mp3 A proposed coal mine south of Courtenay is creating lots of controversy, including in the Port Alberni mayoralty race. Gregor gets the positions of the three candidates, Ken McRae, Jen Fisher-Bradley and John Douglas. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Election Connection: Port Alberni's mayoral race A proposed coal mine south of Courtenay is creating lots of controversy, including in the Port Alberni mayoralty race. Gregor gets the positions of the three candidates, Ken McRae, Jen Fisher-Bradley and John Douglas. 493 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111117_50586.mp3 Affordable housing. Half a billion dollars in needed infrastructure upgrades. Rising taxes. Gregor hears from three candidates for Victoria mayor: Incumbent Dean Fortin, Victoria consultant Paul Brown and local business owner Steve Filipovic http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Election Connection: Victoria's mayoral race Affordable housing. Half a billion dollars in needed infrastructure upgrades. Rising taxes. Gregor hears from three candidates for Victoria mayor: Incumbent Dean Fortin, Victoria consultant Paul Brown and local business owner Steve Filipovic 702 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/bcontheisland_20111115_13763.mp3 Victoria Police Chief Jamie Graham explains the plan to make Victoria Canada's safest region, Victoria Police Chief Jamie Graham explains the plan to make this Canada's safest region, Dr. Bob Burns of the Vancouver Island Health Authority responds to concerns raised about adult patients being placed in the children's ward at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Tofino resort owner Robert Brown discusses the plan to 'vitalize' the west coast surfers' paradise. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Vic PD's regional strategy, Nanaimo's pediatric problems, Tofino's downtown plan Victoria Police Chief Jamie Graham explains the plan to make Victoria Canada's safest region, Victoria Police Chief Jamie Graham explains the plan to make this Canada's safest region, Dr. Bob Burns of the Vancouver Island Health Authority responds to concerns raised about adult patients being placed in the children's ward at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Tofino resort owner Robert Brown discusses the plan to 'vitalize' the west coast surfers' paradise. 1598