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Bob Price's Business Beat has a new home -- get your fast-paced Canadian business headlines delivered early every weekday morning. Search "Business Beat Bob Price" on your favourite podcast app.
A new shadow of doubt over the Rogers takeover of Shaw, growing concerns about Canada's economic future, and a Vancouver based restaurant chain is reporting a big profit jump. Bob Price has your May 9th Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Jody and George say goodbye (for now?) to being hosted on The Orca and hello to our new home — unspunpodcast.com.
That’s the new news for now, meanwhile in other things spinning. The politics of Roe V Wade in the USA proves that a wedge issue like that can really galvanize the voter and things are sure to get interesting over the next few months. In Canada, we have wedge issues and politics pushing our buttons every day. Kevin Falcon will soon be raising a lot of noise in BC’s Legislature as a new MLA and leader of the opposition. And in Vancouver — a new poll looks to be saying that Kennedy Stewart will be the next mayor of Vancouver.
All that and more on UnSpun.
Gas pains, another record low for Canada's unemployment rate despite job losses in B.C., and another huge profit jump for a well known B.C. retailer. Bob Price has your Friday, May 6 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Another big money profit in B.C.'s forest sector, a progress report on the Coastal GasLink pipeline project, and impressive earnings for Canada's largest telecom. Bob Price is your connection to the May 5 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
In Ep. 21 of Ellected, Sarah Elder-Chamanara talks with Kimanda Jarzebiak, founder and owner of Ascent Public Affairs in a wide-ranging conversation covering Covid, the evolution of political staff on social media and more.
Despite recent price swings, gold investors have reason to smile, robust construction activity is paying off for a Vancouver building supplies company, and why Mexico is saying "muchas gracias." Bob Price has your May 4 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why record prices are being predicted for a new Vancouver condo tower, a soaring profit for a well known B.C. lumber producer, and why a long time retailer is leaving Vancouver. Bob Price has your May 3 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
For the final time, The Orca's Maclean Kay and ICBA's Jordan Bateman bring you the #BCPOLI Hotstove, recapping Kevin Falcon's by-election win, Stephanie Cadieux's last day in the Legislature, and Maclean moving on (sob) from The Orca.
A further breakdown of Canada's economic growth in 2021, stock market jitters, and a hint of a slowdown in the B.C. real estate market. Bob Price has your Monday, May 2 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
In Episode 20 of Ellected, host Sarah Elder-Chamanara sits down with Canada's Minister of Children, Families and Social Development and MP for Burlington, Karina Gould. They get really personal, really fast sharing birth stories, getting into the details of the multi-billion dollar child care agreements signed with every province and territory, and chat about being a woman in politics - including Gould describing the moment she told Prime Minister Justin Trudeau she was pregnant after being appointed to cabinet. The Honourable Karina Gould was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Burlington in 2015. She has previously served as Minister of International Development and Minister of Democratic Institutions. With the birth of her son Oliver, Gould became the first woman federal cabinet minister to give birth while holding office.
Why high lumber prices are expected to continue, an eye popping profit for a well known B.C. lumber producer, and Canada's strongest economic growth in nearly a year. Bob Price has your Friday, April 29 edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George go full throttle on empty homes and empty business taxes. How exactly do they fix the problem? Guess what — they don’t; but even if you have a business, you will have a hard time protecting it because the city really does not care and the recent decision to not even investigate the possibility of having public CCTV has our hosts saying: “we surrender”; and meanwhile in Victoria — the Premier — a F’ this. All that and more on UnSpun.
Maclean and Jordan reconvene to talk about the week that was in BC politics, and Jordan offers some epic ranting.
Labour unrest on the verge of shutting down B.C. film productions, cannabis sales on the rise, and the latest on empty new vehicle showrooms. Bob Price has your April 28 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A well known B.C. mining company has just reported its largest ever profit, Christmas in April for oil industry investors, and why CN Rail shares are facing downward pressure. Bob Price checks in with your April 27 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
How bums in the seats are driving recovery at Air Canada, the future of Twitter, and why Canada's Amazon workers are watching Alberta. Bob Price delivers the goods in your April 26 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why a lot of folks are watching the stock markets today, a new twist for a B.C. L-N-G project, and it sounds big changes are on the way at Starbucks. Bob Price fills your order with the April 25 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
In the first episode of season two of Ellected, the first guest is indeed a first – the first man to be a guest on the podcast. Federal NDP MP Randall Garrison’s Bill C-202 An Act to Amend the Criminal Code (Coercive Control) will give law enforcement and the courts an additional tool to prevent harm to women and those that are the victims of coercive control in intimate partner and domestic violence.
Randall and Sarah discuss why it’s important to understand what coercive control is, and why he believes it’s important to update the criminal code to include it .
B.C. retail spending takes a hit, downward pressure on home prices, and Flair Air attempts to reassure travellers. Bob Price is cleared for takeoff with your April 22 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George can’t help but worry about the Vancouver Park Board and why, for the life of them, they don’t seem to understand what their job is; meanwhile, the donor numbers for Vancouver’s civic election are rolling in and some are have and some are have not. Who wins in October may come down to dollars and … sense; but don’t worry, if you are running for mayor in Vancouver, George has some free ideas to steal. That’s right — free; and finally, are the federal Conservatives eating the progressive parties’ lunch — it appears so. Find out how. All that and more on UnSpun.
New evidence of a robust job market, a well known B.C. retailer has huge expectations, and the latest warning about interest rates will grab your attention. Bob Price has your April 21 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
On this month’s edition of A Second Look, host Justin P. Goodrich examines a summer 2021 decision made by Surrey City Council to reject an affordable housing development – a decision that has garnered criticism by both the community and the provincial government. Joining him is Doug Tennant, CEO of UNITI - the non-profit society that championed this proposal. Together, they discuss the project and the impact of its rejection.
Canada's inflation rate soars, the latest report on new home prices has Victoria leading the way in B.C., and Canada shows better than most in the latest global economic outlook. Bob Price has your April 20th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan talk about bad messages and bad choices in messengers, Lynda Steele's piece on public safety, the forgotten town of Lytton, and other BC political issues.
The goal line now within site for B.C.'s Site C power project, onward and upward for another B.C. LNG project, and Canadians on the brink. Bob Price has your April 19 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George take a big giant dunk on pool-gate in Vancouver, where the incompetency of the elected park board knows no bounds nor lengths. But don’t get Jody and George started — Vancouver is a treasure trove of bad politics, weak city oversight and wannabe mayors ducking for cover. However, on a positive note, Jody and George find common ground on mask mandates and having us all live happily ever after. All that and more on UnSpun.
The real reason why Elon Musk said no to joining Twitter's board, a potential legal issue for Site C is on hold, and why B.C. manufacturing sales had another strong month. Bob Price has your April 14th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Yet more labour shortage concerns, the latest report card on B.C. mining, and more streamlining by a B.C. forestry giant. Bob Price has your Wednesday, April 13 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by www.Mundihotels.ca
Maclean and Jordan discuss the NDP's decision to strip workers of the secret ballot in union votes; Ken Sim's big get of three NPA councillors; some personal news from Jordan; and Pierre Poilievre's incredibly successful BC tour.
Updated investment advice on Canada's banks, a new venture for a Kelowna aerospace company, and why lumber prices are falling. Bob Price checks in with your April 12 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Strike talk in B.C.'s film sector, another win for B.C. employers demanding that staff be fully vaccinated against COVID, and a long time B.C. mining convention returns after a two year hiatus. Bob Price has your April 11 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Yet another hiring spree as Canada's unemployment rate falls to a record low, more business outrage over a B.C. labour code change, and a big broadcaster reports a sharply lower profit. Bob Price is at the mic with your April 8 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George get all judgy about the US Supreme Court and what is a democracy anyway? Then it’s Canada’s budget time but will restricting foreign purchases in Canada really help with affordability (we think not); back in Vancouver, there is a new city plan … or is there? Well the expense was certainly created however the results are far from impressive. And to mask or not to mask … seems like it is up to you. As it should be … right? All that and more on UnSpun.
Business reaction to the B.C. government's move to scrap secret ballots for union certification votes, B.C.'s best known cannabis producer continues to impress, and why a low cost Canadian airline faces an uncertain future. Bob Price has your April 7 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Restaurant industry reaction to B.C. vaccine passports coming to an end, more streamlining for a Vancouver based forestry giant, and a major international bank is predicting economic storm clouds. Bob Price has your April 6 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
It's by-election SZN as Vancouver Quiulchena heads to the polls April 30 (Can anyone stop Kevin Falcon?) and Surrey South MLA Stephanie Cadieux is resigning to head to a federal appointment as Canada's first Chief Accessibility Officer (Is that Dianne Watts' music we hear?). Maclean and Jordan break it down, plus opioids, bills about nothing, the CPC leadership race, and more.
Yet another expansion for Metro Vancouver's film and tech sectors, big money community support by a well known B.C. miner, and one of Canada's largest energy companies changes direction. Bob Price has your April 5 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A new effort to ease gas prices, a first sign of job action on the Victoria waterfront, and something new to boast about for Vancouver based Telus. Bob Price gets your week rolling with the April 4 edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Yet more upward pressure on lumber prices, mixed news on gas prices, and unsettling news for Vancouver's Georgia Straight publication. Bob Price has your Friday, April 1 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George believe the jiggy is up for actor Will Smith after his behaviour at the 2022 Oscars and no spin will win for Will, or the Academy, moving forward. Then with rumours of the Pope coming to apologize for the Roman Catholic Church’s involvement in a system of boarding schools that abused Indigenous children in Canada, lawyers at Vatican Inc. are likely advising otherwise and we talk about the future spin on that; and this year’s civic election in Vancouver is shaping up to be one of the ugliest, dirtiest, most chaotic and likely dishonest in the city’s history, but Jody and George have some tips on how to vote that might give you the Council the city needs. All that and more on UnSpun.
Canada's beef industry facing a serious legal test that might impact future prices, Amazon increasing it's presence in Metro Vancouver, and the latest update on Canada's economic growth. Bob Price has your March 31 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean (with new, raspy voice) and Jordan return to discuss John Horgan's "I don't understand this affordability stuff" comment, vague legislation, and some CPC news.
A new high for a well known B.C. retailer, rare bad news in Vancouver's tech sector, and why Prince George is considered B.C.'s best university town. Bob Price has your March 30th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
New evidence of soaring industrial land prices, consumer confidence takes a tumble, and a must know consumer alert involving B.C. seafood. Bob Price has the full menu in the March 29th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels
New labour unrest on the B.C. waterfront, new funding for a promising B.C. mining venture, and an early warning about interest rates. Bob Price has your March 28 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George diplomatically untangle the NATO meetings about Ukraine and wonder whether the federal NDP/Liberal alliance will last; then gas prices have BC’s NDP considering giving a little back to drivers but they are unlikely to be as generous to the trade unions who all seem to be at the bargaining table; and in Vancouver — seriously — Kombucha-gate and plebiscites. What’s next — an election? Yes, please. All that and more on UnSpun.
Rogers takeover of Shaw is a big step closer, how the Vancouver Port Authority fared last year, and a must know consumer alert involving a bike helmet. Bob Price has your March 25 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
The number of British Columbians collecting E.I. is down sharply, a further labour squeeze appear to be brewing in B.C. health care, and a big year for a Vancouver silver miner. Bob Price has your March 24 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A big money investor shows strong interest in a Squamish area LNG project, B.C. tourism promotion is back, and a well known Kelowna based financial institution stands with Ukraine. Bob Price has your March 23rd Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
No formal agreement just yet, but CP Rail trains are rolling again, a big buy for Air Canada, and encouraging news for the Vancouver area economy. Bob Price has your March 22nd Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George travel the world where Covid testing will soon to be a thing of the past and repairs to BC’s highways after the floods are completing faster than ever predicted; meanwhile, war, floods and a pandemic couples with inflation are causing huge supply chain issue that are likely uncontrollable for the short term; and finally — Vancouver politics where parties come back to life like a zombies in the apocalypse. All that and more on this week on UnSpun.
Mounting pressure to get CP Rail back on track, another Seattle airline connection for Victoria and Vancouver, and yet more upward pressure on gas prices. Bob Price fills up your information tank for March 21 on the The Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Hey big spender...Canada's latest economic indicator is good news, the latest on possible labour unrest at CP Rail, and another big opportunity for job seekers. Bob Price takes us into the weekend with the Friday, March 18 edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why travelling abroad is about to get a lot less complicated for Canadians, a B.C. pandemic review that won't include business, and HBC is apparently in the running to add a big U.S. retailer. Bob Price has your March 17 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
The usual culprits drive Canada's inflation rate sharply higher, your suspicion about used vehicle prices was right, and are young Canadians naive about financial risks? Bob Price has your March 16 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the BCGEU's "chasm" with the NDP Government; minimum wage; John Horgan's personal popularity, Ukraine, and the arrival of Russell Wilson to Maclean's beloved Broncos.
Business reaction to the latest B.C. minimum wage increase, a big turnaround for a Vancouver based clean fuel company, and more supply chain worries with a new COVID outbreak in China. Bob Price has your March 15 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why Canada's mining sector isn't impressed with new environmental rules being proposed, those gas prices are about to impact the cost of ride hailing, and a big add for the owner of Shoppers Drug Mart. Bob Price has your March 14 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George get into it and discuss the great flag debate that … well … that Jody has kind of started with her provocative column in TheOrca.ca; then it’s over to Europe where some “intrepid” reporters are asking whether our leaders should be over there — really? And back in Canada, Covid regulations ease, cups still cost us, patios are the poster child for bureaucracy and guess who will be Vancouver’s next mayor? Ugh. All that and more this week on UnSpun.
An absolute hiring spree tops Canada's latest economic gauge, best ever results for a Vancouver based miner, and another well known Canadian company stands with Ukraine. Bob Price unmasks your March 11 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
The biggest name in on-line retailing is turning heads, Squamish has the latest evidence of sharply higher land values, and a banner year for a Richmond based food company. Bob Price serves up your March 10th edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Costly carbs with more upward pressure on food prices, a consumer backlash forces 3 more corporate giants to suspend business in Russia, and Vancouver based Lululemon is set to add a brand new line. Bob Price has your March 9 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan break down all the news in BC politics, including record-high gas taxes, the Lytton delays, and FOI hearings... plus Jordan dunks on Broncos' fan Maclean over Aaron Rodgers (taped moments before news broke that the Broncos acquired Russell Wilson!).
Gas prices, gold soars, and personal and business debt worries. Bob Price has your must-know rundown in the March 8 edition of the The Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
On this month’s edition of A Second Look host Justin P. Goodrich takes a second look at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Joining him is Rachel Segal, a lawyer, political strategist, and public policy university lecturer. Together, they unpack the good, bad, and ugly, and talk about their optimism for what a 2030 Indigenous-led bid could mean for reconciliation.
Get ready to pay even more for gasoline as the price of oil soars, more big names in Canadian business are suspending operations in Russia, and a Nanaimo truss manufacturer is quickly becoming a giant. Bob Price has your March 7 Orca Business Beat, brought to you Mundi Hotels.
A proposed takeover in Canada's telecom sector is facing a new hurdle, a big fall for B.C. building intentions, and if you're looking for a downtown Vancouver condo, have we got a deal for you! Bob Price has your Friday, March 4th Orca Business Beat, brought to you Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George want the world to give peace a chance but it ain’t looking good and the international game of chicken is getting more dangerous every day; meanwhile in Canada, we slowly move on from Covid or do we? Briefings, counts and other communications we have become so used to are going away — is that a good thing? And finally, Vancouver City Council continues its desire to inundate staff and the public with motions that are more ego driven than common sense. All that and more this week on UnSpun.
Another pump jump as world oil continues to soar, why West Jet's proposed takeover of Sunwing isn't a sure bet, and another month, another record for Greater Vancouver home prices. Bob Price has your March 3rd Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A B.C. forestry giant is reporting it's best ever year, another big jump for B.C. home prices as Kelowna is now more expensive than Victoria, and wage rage in the tech sector. Bob Price has your March 2nd Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the political pressure on BC's public sector pension fund to divest Russian assets, the inevitability of Pierre Poilievre, regional representation, tax reform, and (of course!) affordability.
Canada's latest economic growth data for last year, why Canada's move to ban Russian oil shouldn't be an issue, and two more banks are reporting higher than forecast profits. Bob Price checks in with your Tuesday, March 1st Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Rogers Communications is facing a major catch in order to takeover Shaw, a must know warning for Canada's business sector related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and a Canadian takeover of another major U.S. bank. Bob Price deposits your February 28 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
New wheeling and dealing in the B.C. forest industry, how inflation pressures are changing consumer habits, and Canada's banking sector is apparently in better shape than analysts thought. Bob Price deposits your February 25 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George start by going international to unravel the geopolitical spin and desire for power that has led to the tragic invasion of Ukraine by Russia; meanwhile in BC, we wait and wait for $10 daycare, rapid covid tests, and less motions at Council in Vancouver — humbling but still frustrating and worthy of challenging, too. All that and more this week on UnSpun.
Russia attacks Ukraine and your pocket book will likely feel it, A B.C. mining giant has just reported it's best ever quarter, and earnings season for Canada's banks begins with a surprise. Bob Price has your February 24 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the NDP Government's 6th provincial budget, why debt and interest matters, locking people out of lock-up -- plus a dash of federal politics.
Why B.C. business isn't impressed with the latest provincial budget, added pressure on Metro Vancouver rental costs, and the reason behind a snack shortage at some grocery stores. Bob Price gives you lots to chew on in the February 23 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
New uncertainty for the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion, how a Vancouver tech company is poised for better days for tourism, and COVID claims another once popular business in Victoria. Bob Price has your February 22 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why December was an off month for retailers, the latest hint that the worst of COVID might be behind us, and a well know B.C. family shares the wealth in Kamloops. Bob Price has your February 18 Orca Business Beat, sponsored by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George get trucking again to Ottawa and consider the impact of the Emergency Act and how that is playing out locally and internationally; given that we are so close to the end of the pandemic, fingers crossed, a good argument for a big group hug of high five is made by both Jody and George; and Gassy Jack in Vancouver is no more, but what does this mean for Lord Stanley and Captain Vancouver? And was this the process best for reconciliation of our past? All that and more on UnSpun.
New downsizing in the B.C. forest industry despite soaring lumber prices, a new report on how much you need to earn in order to afford rent, and a well known Canadian retailer beats expectations. Bob Price has your February 17 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan talk about the Speaker's decision on the Lisa Beare FOI affair, the Falcon effect, COVID rules, and the government's 1970s view of construction.
Canada's inflation soars to a 30 year high, a big acquisition pays over for a B.C. lumber producer, and B.C rental costs soar. Bob Price has your February 16 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
The voice of B.C.'s construction industry not impressed with the latest government plan for mandatory trades certification, yet another gas price warning, and big news for a made in Vancouver COVID treatment. Bob Price has your February 15 Orca Business Beat, sponsored by Mundi Hotels.
Why more folks leaving the big city could fuel inflation, still more pressure on gas prices, and the primary reason for claiming bankruptcy in Canada might surprise you. Bob Price has your Valentine's Day edition of The Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A B.C. miner pays the price for a failed proposal, facts and figures surrounding a Kelowna building boom, and not all retailers suffered the wrath of Omicron. Bob Price has your Friday, February 11th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George Olympic fever… not so much but the flip flopping on Ottawa have the judges giving out perfect tens; meanwhile, the impact of the truckers blockade at the Canadian borders has every party and group painted into very tight corner; and ... in BC, tiny housing and DJs off the rails — what a week to be a podcaster.
A new report underscores the role of mining in B.C.'s economy, why used vehicle prices have soared, and huge growth for a couple of life insurance companies. Bob Price has your February 10 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A huge tourist attraction proposed for B.C.'s Okanagan, another B.C. tech company on the verge of going public on the NYSE, and a prominent Alberta business group slams the end of vaccine passports. Bob Price has your February 9 Orca Business Beat, sponsored by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan recap the first few days of the Kevin Falcon era, wonder what the NDP have up their sleeve for this legislative session, and chat about the future of some BC mayors.
Why a B.C. labour shortage is about to go from bad to worse, a northern B.C. mining project rejected, and a well known Vancouver based manufacturing business is changing hands. Bob Price has your February 8 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan hosted this live Twitter Space right after Kevin Falcon won the BC Liberal leadership Feb. 5.
Continued pressure on Canada's record high gas prices, the path to labour peace in B.C.'s pulp and paper business is now set, a rampant speculation that a huge name in exercise equipment is close to being sold. Bob Price has your February 7 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Ouch! Omicron's impact on Canada's job picture, mixed news from a B.C. lumber producer, and Amazon's latest profit will most assuredly grab your attention. Bob Price has your February 4 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George conservatively predict the future of the federal Conservative party with the ouster of its leader, Erin O’Toole; then a focus on another right of centre party — the BC Liberals — and their leadership challenges and challenges; and then we truck on down to Vancouver where smashed windows hit close to home but the challenge of policing and the dichotomy of what action the police can or will take on that or any issue is the ultimate question.
Fewer sales but higher prices predicted for B.C.'s housing market, expansion plans for the Port of Prince Rupert, and those soaring oil prices are paying off for another big oil company. Bob Price has your February 3rd Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A shadow of doubt over Canada's economic growth, B.C. lumber producers not impressed by the latest U.S. position on tariffs, and why gas prices aren't likely to come down anytime soon. Bob Price fills up the tank with the February 2 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan talk about a couple of court cases, a leader on his last legs, and who will win the BC Liberal leadership Saturday.
Another big discovery for B.C. miners, how B.C.'s rental market is changing, and soaring prices mean soaring profits in the oil patch. Bob Price has your February 1 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Now hiring - the latest report on job openings across Canada, why this is a pretty good time to work for a bank, and Canada's largest movie theatre chain hopes for the best but prepares for the worst. Bob Price has your January 31 Orca Business Beat, brought to you Mundi Hotels.
Why the latest CP Rail earnings were a little off track, Apple's latest numbers will grab your attention, and Canada's wage gauge continues to shift. Bob Price has your January 28 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George are NOT taking a coffee break when the go hard on the cup and bag tax in Vancouver; then housing in Vancouver, there is a better way, but is the Mayor latest idea gonna do it or is it just political posturing in an election year? And finally, getting back to normal and keep on trucking … or not. All that and more. Tune in and find out.
A new alarm bell for B.C. housing, more improvements for the Kelowna airport cleared for takeoff, and a must know consumer alert involving a recall of older model Nissans. Bob Price has your January 27 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Not just housing prices are soaring in B.C.'s Lower Mainland, why real estate lawyers are plotting a class action lawsuit against a software provider, and protesting truckers hit a pot hole. Bob Price is ten-four with the January 26 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the NDP Government's too-late plan to have an FOI review committee; Adrian Dix bringing back hospital parking fees; the unaffordable feedback loop of interest rates and inflation, and day 300!!!!! of the BC Liberal leadership campaign.
Plus Packers co-owner Jordan guts all of Samuel Oliphant's silly anti-Green Bay rhetoric.
Another Indigenous pitch for the Trans Mountain Pipeline, counting Canada's business openings and closings, and a B.C. court ruling clears the way for a class action lawsuit against West Jet. Bob Price has your January 25 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
On this month’s edition of A Second Look, host Justin P. Goodrich is joined by Maclean Kay, Editor-in-Chief of The Orca. Together, they take a second look at the top news story of 2021 – year two of living with the coronavirus.
Shocking findings in a new poll of Vancouver office workers about working at home, a sigh of relief for consumers and businesses on Vancouver Island, and a huge add for a Vancouver software company. Bob Price has your January 24 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A key economic indictor as Stats Can is out with the latest update on retail sales, a paused B.C. pipeline proposal has a new owner, and yet another forecast has oil climbing even higher. Bob Price has your January 21st edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George go Beyond Thunderdome and talk trash about the city … literally, garbage. But it’s ok because crime is up and Vancouver’s mayor is in denial about it — spin that and paint it on a random wall because maybe he wants to deny there is a graffiti problem, too. Then from the UK to BC — who’s wearing Covid exit best? You decide. Tune in and find out.
Maclean and Jordan hosted a postgame show on Twitter Spaces, moments after the Jan. 18 final BC Liberal leadership debate ended. Guests include candidates Michael Lee, Ellis Ross, Val Litwin, Stan Sipos, Renee Merrifield and Gavin Dew -- and debate moderator Richard Zussman.
Grocery store lineups are a thing again, an explanation behind those empty grocery store shelves, and a new low cost airline is offering hard to believe prices. Bob Price is cleared for take off with the January 20 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Much anticipated Stats Canada inflation data, West Jet is planning to cancel more flights, and yet more exposure for a fast growing Vancouver based food producer. Bob Price has your January 19th edition of The Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan ponder what each candidate has to do in Tuesday night's final BC Liberal leadership debate.
Be sure to tune into their audio postdebate show Tuesday night at www.twitter.com/jordanbateman.
A disturbing report on British Columbian's personal financial stability, B.C. business advice for the cannabis industry, and the most sought after job skills in 2022. Bob Price anchors your January 18 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why the cost of parking is so high in downtown Vancouver, Canada's two largest airlines want changes for arriving passengers, and another indication that gas prices aren't coming down anytime soon. Bob Price has your January 17 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A call to allow more temporary foreign workers in Canada, three B.C. cities among Canada's four most expensive rental rates, and a real estate giant doubts that higher borrowing costs will slow home prices. Bob Price has your January 14 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George go from Covid, to climate change and then back to Covid. But don’t worry — they find a theme to it all and its leadership. Where is it? Who has it? And who is abusing it? From the seawall in Vancouver to a tennis match in Australia - it’s a whole wide world of spin out there and they have it covered.
A bleak outlook for the B.C. forest sector, copper miners threaten to go on strike, and booming sales for a Vancouver clothing retailer. Bob Price has your January 13 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why sky high gas prices are likely headed even higher, it doesn't sound like the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion will be finished on time, and more worry for Lululemon investors. Bob Price has your January 12 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A rare headline for Vancouver based Lululemon, an unwanted headline for B.C.'s tourism sector, and higher costs for do it yourself investors. Bob Price has your January 11 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
It could be a world first in Prince George, a B.C. cannabis producer reports an impressive profit, and why food prices will likely keep pushing higher. Bob Price sets the table with your January 10 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Canada's job market tops analyst expectations again, another Canadian airline announces several flight cancellations, and another legal victory for a Kelowna hotel over a gate. Bob Price has your January 7th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show.
Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more. This week, Jody and George celebrate a new year and a new season. Season 4 of UnSpun to be exact. Then it’s straight into covid variants and political variance on how the pandemic is being dealt with in other regions and countries. Then “Snowmegeddon” 2021-22 has them all abuzz on the right political moves and the wrong ones. And finally — barge on the beach. It’s time move it or Jody might lose it.
A proposed new tax to make housing more affordable, a new warning that things could actually get worse for home buyers, and a new low cost airline moves a step closer. Bob Price has your January 6 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan co-host a jaw-dropping episode of the Hotstove, talking the differences between Ontario and BC COVID-19 responses, municipal politics, and the persuasion era of the BC Liberal leadership race.
Another must know health bulletin for B.C. business, B.C. home building continues to percolate, and the rich just keep getting richer. Bob Price has your January 5 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A once highly popular cell phone heads for the scrap heap, shock and awe from the latest B.C. Property Assessments, and what Canadians are expecting for their personal finances in 2022. Bob Price has your January 4th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Omicron taking a toll on air travel in Canada, a new poll on wishes and worries for the new year, and must know consumer alerts from Ikea and Tesla. Bob Price wraps up the year with your December 31 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Several new listings on the TSX this past year, but how did they do for IPO investors? A done deal for George Weston, and a record year for lottery wins in B.C. Bob Price has the right numbers in your December 30th edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A landmark legal ruling related to protests aimed at blocking a B.C. pipeline project, more upward pressure on gas prices, and if you can't beat 'em, join 'em. Bob Price has your December 29 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Stock market investors will like what they hear in this quick holiday edition of the Orca Business Beat...brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
B.C. support for businesses directly impacted by Omicron restrictions, strong demand for industrial space in Metro Van, and a shuttered hotel property in downtown Vancouver is looking forward to reopening. Bob Price checks in with your Christmas Eve edition of the Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Business applause for Ottawa's response to Omicron, robust economic growth across Canada back in October, and why B.C. is being blamed for a french fry shortage in Asia. Bob Price has your December 23 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Yet another appeal of U.S. tariffs on B.C. lumber has now been filed, calls for more government support as new COVID restrictions take hold, and thousands of new jobs in Burnaby. Bob Price has your December 22 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan are tired of talking about COVID, so they talk about Maclean's year-ender interviews with Sonia Furstenau and Shirley Bond, and how the memberships came in to a typical BC Liberal riding.
The newest report on retail spending, housing affordability keeps getting worse in Vancouver and Victoria, and a lump of coal for food delivery companies. Bob Price has your December 21 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A proposed fix for the biggest challenge facing small business, B.C. Hydro is now taking bids for another major construction project, and the Bank of Montreal has just announced it's largest ever acquisition. Bob Price has your December 20 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A new outlook for B.C. natural gas output will surprise many, possible changes in real estate are causing a stir among realtors, and why UBER won't be expanding in B.C. Bob Price has your December 17 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George take you back for a year in review. From Covid to massive floods and from local city councils to a federal election you may have already forgotten about, it’s been a busy year in the news and to unspin.
Loud applause for an earlier than expected Coquihalla Highway reopening, a new outlook for housing prices, and angry reaction to Ottawa's latest travel advisory. Bob Price is cleared for takeoff with your December 16 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the exhaustion of another COVID-19 wave -- and do a deep dive into the third BC Liberal leadership debate.
A much anticipated update on Canada's cost of living, a massive Kamloops development gets the go ahead, and the Trans Mountain pipeline is still a long way from business as usual. Bob Price has your December 15 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Supply chain concerns about to get a closer look in Canada, a key B.C. transportation route might reopen sooner than hoped, and why a B.C. pension fund unloaded a couple of Calgary office buildings. Bob Price has your December 14 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
A new supply issue that could really impact holiday season celebrations, why lumber prices are back in focus, and another B.C. economic downgrade. Bob Price has your Monday, December 13th Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Why Lululemon's stock price is under pressure despite an impressive quarterly profit, a new forecast of oil consumption in Canada, and a one-time affordable housing market near Victoria sets a new price record. Bob Price has your December 10 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George talk about city budgets. One that is too much — Vancouver. And another that does not exist yet — Surrey. Crime is also a hot topic. A recent attack on an MLA in Victoria renews calls to start taking unprovoked physical attacks and crime in general in our communities more seriously. The new Covid variant — a tempest in a teapot or valid international concern? Maybe both? And finally - Canucks hockey fans, have they gone one jersey too far showing their dislike for the team’s management and performance?
The CP Rail takeover of Kansas City Southern clears another hurdle, why young Canadians don't see themselves owning their own home, and get ready for sticker shock at the grocery store. Bob Price has your December 9 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
In Episode 18 of Ellected, host Sarah Elder-Chamanara welcomes BC Liberal leadership contender (and MLA for Kelowna-Mission) Renee Merrifield.
Renee and Sarah dig into their mutual dislike of the politics of politics, the challenges and opportunities of creating a more diverse BC Liberal Party from riding associations to staff, with a huge emphasis on candidate recruitment into the next election. Renee also shares the first two things she would do if elected leader.
If you love BC politics, this is a must-listen conversation.
Your stock market investments have likely done well this week, more evidence of a booming B.C. tech sector, and business confidence is soaring. Bob Price has your December 8 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
As the 2021 political calendar comes to a close, Maclean and Jordan wonder what's next for the BC Liberal leadership race, families with children with autism, forestry, flooded communities, and FOI.
All aboard as rail traffic recovers from B.C.'s flood disaster, upward pressure on gas prices, and more good news regarding Canada's trade with the rest of the world. Bob Price has your December 7 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Sarah is joined by Melissa Lantsman, newly elected Member of Parliament for the Ontario riding of Thornhill. Melissa and Sarah delve into her very recent election win, what it's like to walk the halls and sit in the House of Commons, her seatmates and what they represent for the future of politics in Canada, serving as transportation critic, and more.
Hopeful news for gas thirsty motorists in the Vancouver region, pulp production is the latest victim of B.C.'s flood disaster, and a huge sigh of relief for beef producers and meat lovers. Bob Price has your December 6 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Eye popping job numbers from Stats Can, another big bank announces a higher investor dividend, and Richmond based Helijet unveils plans for an electric chopper. Bob Price has your December 3 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George give kudos to the performance of the Mayor of Abbotsford, Henry Braun. His leadership is the kind other mayors, ahem no comment which, could learn from. Speaking of Vancouver — oops - the bloated budget there needs a fresh set of eyes and ears. Speaking of budgets — what will the new Surrey police force actually cost — no really how much? Does anyone know? Finally — it's time to talk transit — seriously how can we help some people understand how crucial mass transit is for the future of our region; oh - and to wrap things up — let’s not forget Covid variants. Agh! All this … and … Elvis is in the building.
Its sounds like your home will be jumping in value again next year, an economic body flow for Powell River, and more investor bonuses in Canada's banking sector. Bob Price has your December 2 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Sarah Elder-Chamanara sits down with Kathleen Reid, founder and chief communications officer of Vancouver’s Switchboard PR. Kathleeen and Sarah dive into the world of Covid communications, pitching stories and what media and government do and don’t want to talk about. They round out their conversation by talking about their mutual experience of being business owners and the lack of support for female entrepreneurs who are also mothers.
A new day brings a new worry for the clogged Port of Vancouver, The all important Victoria tourism sector is buzzing with excitement, and more bank profits and dividend increases. Bob Price has your December 1 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the NDP's FOI fee, flood response and Trudeau's underwhelming visit, and a new BC Liberal leadership candidate.
B.C. exports remain off track, why B.C. gas restrictions have just been extended, and a rare dip for home construction limits Canada's economic growth. Bob Price has your November 30 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
'Tis the season for Canada Post, another indicator that B.C.'s commercial real estate market is heating up, and a potential legal battle for Vancouver based Lululemon. Bob Price has your November 29 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George focus on the floods and why governments need to re-focus their energy and rhetoric on the impacts of climate change; meanwhile, while in a state of emergency, the province is slipping in some major legislative changes that have huge impacts on residents and businesses in BC — good and bad; and finally, sigh, the City of Vancouver’s 2022 budget is in and George takes you through the highs and the further highs of the billion-plus dollar financial plan.
News of another COVID variant rattles the markets, more upward pressure on meat prices, and a Vancouver Island community proposes a property tax increase of over 20%. Bob Price has your November 26 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
On this month’s edition of A Second Look host Justin P. Goodrich examines the evolution and outcomes of climate change. Joining him is Dr. Tim Cooper, a retired professor who now spends his days touring the country discussing climate change and offering both practical and policy solutions.
Another ruling, another appeal in the never ending Canada-U.S. lumber trade dispute, a new shop local initiative in Victoria, and pre-Christmas shopping surveys predict big spending. Bob Price gift wraps your November 25 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
On Nov. 22, Maclean and Jordan hosted a post-debate show live on Twitter Spaces, and broke down all the action in the second BC Liberal Party leadership debate.
Throughout the show, they were joined by interim BC Liberal leader Shirley Bond and 5 of the 6 candidates (Ellis Ross, Michael Lee, Val Litwin, Renee Merrifield, and Gavin Dew).
Another glimmer of hope for B.C. train traffic, Telus weighs in on Rogers' proposed takeover of Shaw, and big changes for a well known Vancouver tech company. Bob Price has your November 24 Orca Business Beat, brought to yu by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan reconvene to recap the BC Liberal leadership debate -- who won, and what we can glean about the race from the sudden shift in focus on to Ellis Ross.
A further squeeze for Metro Van gas pumps, a storm related B.C. economic downgrade, and a well known B.C. forest company adds to the fold. Bob Price has your November 23 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Corporate support in the aftermath of B.C.'s flood disaster, CP Rail looks to get on track this week, and higher dairy prices sound likely. Bob Price has your November 22 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Government approval of the Paper Excellence takeover of Domtar comes with a big condition, B.C.'s storm of the century pushes lumber prices higher, and mixed news regarding retail sales. Bob Price has your November 19 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George focus, of course, on the devastating floods that have shut down and lockout most of BC to the rest of Canada. From the harrowing journey, Jody made through the middle of it, to local heroes and the massive loss and environmental meaning of it all. Tune in and find out how we unspin this.
An exciting possibility for B.C. exporters, a huge contract for a Kelowna based aviation maintenance company, and a new record for Victoria area housing prices. Bob Price has your November 18 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Another big jump for Canada's inflation rate, no news is bad news from the country's two main railways, and a new study has found a surprising benefit from having more women in management. Bob Price has your November 17 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan discuss the atmospheric river and flooding it brought; the province's response or lack thereof; the NDP's plans to cut out private childcare operators and clawback funding for children with autism, and more.
A new attempt to block those annoying fraud and telemarketing calls, the big Trans Mountain pipeline project is among the victims of B.C.'s latest extreme weather, and possible relief at the gas pumps. Bob Price fills you up with the November 16 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Dr. Eliana Castillo and Sarah discuss commonly-asked questions about COVID-19 mRNA vaccines and pregnancy, fertility, and menstruation, and fact-check some common misconceptions. Dr. Castillo shares some compelling stories and information about the science of vaccines and their safety.
Why coffee prices are likely headed sharply higher, several questions surrounding a new Victoria hotel project, and a major reno on the way for a community icon in North Vancouver. Bob Price has your November 15 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
B.C. tourism adds its voice to those wanting an end to COVID P.C.R. tests for travellers, a new report on why B.C. housing prices continue to soar, and another well known corporate giant is splitting. Bob Price has your November 12 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George focus on Remembrance Day and what things we need to remember and acknowledge; then a focus on some provocative statements courtesy of one candidate in the BC Liberal Leadership race; and finally crossing borders without the proper paperwork and why cities can’t get a handle on the mess that graffiti tagging is causing.
Sharply higher commercial real estate sales in Metro Vancouver, an indication that would be home buyers are expecting higher mortgage rates, and a big name pop star signs on with Tim Hortons. Bob Price has your November 10 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Maclean and Jordan chat about the BC Liberals' good week in Question Period and why the NDP is picking fights with families of children with autism, forestry, and mink farming. Also: TWO mentions of Gordon Wilson!
A big money takeover in the B.C. mining sector, the latest decision on U.S. tariffs on Canadian lumber has been pushed back, and huge changes for one of the world's best known companies. Bob Price as your November 9 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
The battle for control of Rogers Communications is officially over, a financial sigh of relief for a big B.C. pipeline project, and why two life insurance companies are among the stocks to watch this week. Bob Price has your November 8 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Canada's unemployment rate falls again, why a well known B.C. lumber producer is reporting a sharply lower profit, and Vancouver based Telus is sharing more of it's wealth with shareholders. Bob Price has your November 5 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.
This week, Jody and George run the gamut from Kevin Bacon to Kevin Falcon; it’s also time to talk about the confusion over decriminalizing drugs versus legalizing; and what kind of impression, if any, did Prime Minister Trudeau make on the world and the future of the environment at the COP26. All that and more on UnSpun.
The latest warning about oil and gas prices will likely shock you, a sharply lower profit for Canada's best known gold producer, and new Telus opposition to the proposed takeover of Shaw. Bob Price has your November 4 Orca Business Beat, brought to you Mundi Hotels.
In Episode 14 of Ellected, Sarah talks with Lana Bentley, a registered social worker who just wrapped up an unsuccessful bid to be on Calgary city council. Lana and Sarah delve into the recent revelation of alleged sexual misconduct by a Calgary City Councillor who ran for re-election, and won by only 100 votes. They discuss the need for systemic change in politics and policing are often talked about but result in less frequent change.
Angry reaction to a B.C. government move to protect old growth forests from logging, the latest report on B.C. mortgage defaults might surprise you, and more worry for air travellers. Bob Price has your November 3 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
More flights haven't paid off yet for Canada's largest airline, new evidence of robust home building across B.C., and rental properties are a hot seller. Bob Price has your November 2 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.
New evidence that Vancouver has become a tech leader, commercial real estate prices soaring, and high flying support for COVID vaccine mandates. Bob Price has your November 1 Orca Business Beat, brought to you by Mundi Hotels.