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Victoria Clipper returns to Victoria today
Ian Robertson, CEO, Victoria Harbour Authority, joined Al this morning to talk about the arrival of the Victoria Clipper and an update on cruise ships in Victoria. -
The latest on the Sunset Lodge outbreak
Isobel Mackenzie, B.C 's Seniors Advocate, joined Alto share the latest on a COVID-19 outbreak at Sunset Lodge and an update on seniors care during the pandemic. -
Victoria Jazz Society bringing back live concerts with Fall Sessions
Al spoke with Darryl Mar, executive and artistic director of the Victoria Jazz Society, to get the latest on the return to live concerts with the Jazz Society's Fall Sessions. -
Local author honouring Chloe and Aubrey Berry with his latest children's book
David McArthur joined Al to chat about his latest children’s book in memory of Chloe and Aubrey Berry. -
Local auto-repair shop owner speaking out about theft and damage to his customer’s cars
The owner of a Victoria auto-repair shop is speaking out after months of theft and damage to his customer’s cars. Ryan Burghardt, Owner Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Center, joined Al to talk about the vehicle theft and damage his customers have been dealing with the last year and a half. -
Victoria Grizzles welcoming fans back on Sunday
The Victoria Grizzlies first exhibition game of the BCHL is Sunday at the Q Centre with safety protocols in place for fans to attend. Al was joined by Lance Black, president of the Victoria Grizzlies, to preview Sunday's game. -
How has the vaccine card impacted a Sidney business owner so far?
It's day four of restaurants asking for a vaccine card for in person dining. Sarah Scheller, owner of the Surly Mermaid, and the Five and Dime Diner in Sidney, joined Al to talk about how things have been going at her businesses. -
Mt. Tolmie neighbourhood concerned about crime related to supportive housing facility
The Mt. Tolmie neighborhood in Saanich is concerned about mounting crime surrounding temporary a supportive housing facility. Al spoke with Fred Haynes, mayor of Saanich, about the situation. -
How is the inability to hold violent offenders in custody impacting public safety?
Del Manak, Victoria police chief, joined Al to discuss recent violence against Victoria police and the revolving doors of the justice system. -
How is the early release of violent offenders impacting the community?
Marianne Alto, councillor, City of Victoria, joined Al to discuss the early release of violent offenders into our community. Is it contributing to crime and mental health calls in Victoria?
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Adam Stirling Hour 3 - September 17 - 2021
In this hour, Adam was joined by Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science, for their weekly political discussion. This week they discussed what the polls are saying about the federal election on Monday. Adam closed out the show by taking calls from listeners. -
Political analysis with Professor Ron Cheffins
Adam was joined by Ron Cheffins, UVic Professor Emeritus of Law and Political Science, for their weekly political discussion. This week they discussed what the polls are saying about the federal election on Monday. -
Adam Stirling Hour 2 - September 17 - 2021
In this hour, Victoria Councillor Stephen Andrew called in to the program to discuss a leaked report that shows that the City of Victoria failed to protect their staff and public from threats in Victoria’s 24/7 camping parks. Adam also took calls from listeners. -
Adam Stirling Hour 1 - September 17 - 2021
In the first hour of today’s show, Adam was joined by Mike Kozakowski from Citified-dot-CA for their weekly roundtable discussion. -
Adam Stirling Hour 3 - September 16 - 2021
In this hour, Marg Gardiner, president, James Bay Neighbourhood Association, joined Adam to react to a leaked report that shows that the City of Victoria knowingly failed to protect their staff and public from threats in Victoria’s 24/7 camping parks. Adam also took calls from listeners. -
Adam Stirling Hour 1 - September 16 - 2021
In the first hour of today’s show, Adam discussed a leaked report that shows that the City of Victoria knowingly failed to protect their staff and public from threats in Victoria’s 24/7 camping parks. -
Adam Stirling Hour 2 - September 16 - 2021
In this hour, Adam discussed a leaked report that shows that the City of Victoria knowingly failed to protect their staff and public from threats in Victoria’s 24/7 camping parks. Later, Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers, joined Adam for their weekly segment on legal stories that are of interest to the CFAX audience. -
Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan
Michael Mulligan, Barrister & Solicitor, Mulligan Defence Lawyers, joined Adam for their weekly segment on legal stories that are of interest to the CFAX audience. -
The Clipper is returning to Victoria on Friday
Adam spoke with David Gudgel, CEO of Clipper Vacations, about service from Seattle to Victoria on the Clipper returning on Friday. -
National Police Federation calling for transparency and accountability in Fairy Creek situation
Rob Farrer, Pacific-region Director for the National Police Federation, joined Adam to talk about the misinformation being spread about police actions at the Fairy Creek blockade.
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Nurses rally at Premier's constituency office to bring attention nurse shortage in B.C.
Today, nurses and their allies rallied outside the Premier's constituency office to draw awareness to the nurse shortage in the province. Adriane Gear, Lobby Coordinator, South Islands Region BC Nurses' Union, spoke with Ryan about the nurse shortage in the province. -
BC Hydro reminding people to be prepared for power outages.
The first big storms of fall are coming, and that could mean falling trees and branches after the summer's drought. Ted Olynyk, Vancouver Island's spokesperson for BC Hydro, joined Ryan to remind people to be prepared for power outages. -
Feds have 18 months to decide to fund the E & N rail corridor restoration
The federal government has 18 months to decide whether to fund the restoration of the E&N rail corridor, according to a recent ruling by the BC Court of Appeal. Ryan spoke with Larry Stevenson, chief executive of the Island Corridor Foundation, about the court case and if this is good news. -
Our Place closed for drop-ins today due to COVID-19 concerns
Our Place on Pandora was closed for drop-ins today, due to COVID-19 concerns -- but washrooms are still available, and meals are being served at the gate. The facility will re-open fully tomorrow, with new safety procedures. Ryan spoke with Julian Daly, CEO of Our Place Society, about the situation. -
How are schools in Greater Victoria keeping parents informed about the COVID situation at the school?
How are parents being kept informed of COVID outbreaks in the classroom? Ryan spoke with Piet Langstraat, former Greater Victoria school superintendent, and team lead for the Vancouver Island COVID-19 Rapid Response Team, about how schools are planning on keeping parents appropriately informed about the COVID situation at school. -
Heavy rain expected through the weekend on Vancouver Island
Heavy rain is forecasted to start tonight or tomorrow and continue through the weekend. Warren Dean, senior weather anchor, CTV Vancouver Island, joined Ryan to chat about how much rain we can expect this weekend. -
What are the federal parties proposed solutions to the Canadian affordable housing shortage?
A lack of affordable housing for families in Victoria -- and many parts of Canada -- is reaching crisis levels. Paul Kershaw, associate professor at UBC's school of population and public health; and also Founder of Generation Squeeze, joined Ryan to discuss what the major parties are proposing to fix it. -
Where do the major parties stand on spending, debt and deficit, taxes and the economy?
The federal government is spending money like water to keep the economy afloat during COVID — but what is the long term plan to rein it in? Andrey Pavlov, Professor of Finance at SFU's Beedie School of Business, joined Ryan to look at where the major parties stand on spending, debt and deficit, taxes and the economy. -
Victoria police hosting conversations with marginalized communities to better understand discrimination
Starting tomorrow, the Victoria police will be hosting a series of sessions with people of colour and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, for a quote ‘courageous’ conversation. The goal is to listen to their lived experiences of discrimination by police, and to make recommendations for change. Staff Sergeant Jennifer Ames, and Brenda Freeman, Victoria Native Friendship Center Family Service Team Leader: The Greater Victoria Police Diversity Advisory Committee, joined Ryan to talk about these events. -
B.C. residents will soon be able to recycle mattresses and e-cigarettes
Mattresses and e-cigarettes are just some of the things we'll soon be able to recycle in this province. Bob MacDonald, Director of Extended Producer Responsibility with Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, joined Ryan to explain how will it work?
Weekend Shows
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The Whole Home Show- Sept 11
Real Estate in Australia: Real Estate legend Rik Rushton discusses the market in Australia, including the common auction process considered the most transparent in the world -
Sep 11 2021 - Tech Talk
Gary Beyer, owner of Tesseract 2.0 Computers, joins us on air. -
The Whole Home Show- Sept 4
2021 President of the Victoria Real Estate Board David Langlois discusses the market, COVID protocols, blind bidding and serving on organized Real Estate Boards. www.VREB.org -
Sep 4 2021 - Tech Talk
Charles Martin , Victoria Mac and iOS User Group Program Director and "Space Javelin" podcast co-host, joins us on air. -
The Whole Home Show- Aug 28
A discussion about Real Estate as a business including what someone can expect when getting into the business. Plus a chat on Federal Election platforms surrounding abolishment of Blind Bidding and housing affordability. Guest Ray Yenkana, Broker-Owner RE/MAX Little Oak Realty with offices in the Lower Mainland. -
august 28 2021 - tech talk
Ron Fraser, Sidney tech enthusiast and Retired Tech Department Manager at London Drugs, joins us on air. -
The Whole Home Show- Aug 21
Brian Taylor, solicitor and BCREA (British Columbia Real Estate Association) Instructor and contributing author of "Legally Speaking" discusses the genesis and downfall of Limited Dual Agency- the practice of REALTORs representing both the buyer and seller in the same transaction -
August 21, 2021 - Tech Talk
Francis Baklinski from Priority One Computers joins Alan for the August 21, 2021, episode of CFAX Tech Talk. -
The Whole Home Show- Aug 7
A discussion on what's going on in the local Real Estate market with guests Denise Webster, mortgage broker at Dominion Lending Centres Modern Mortgage Group and Gurpreet Randhaw, partner at Sitka Law Group.
