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BC Today is where British Columbians connect on issues facing their lives and their community. Every week day at noon PT and 1pm MT, BC Today host Michelle Eliot delves into the top story for the province.
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Dyslexia Canada Spotlight

Dyslexia Canada

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Across Canada educators and researchers are working together with the common goal of ensuring that every child can realize their right to read. Many schools have begun to implement early screening, evidence-informed classroom instruction, and early intervention. Educators in these schools say that the results of these changes have been transformative, both for students and teachers. Many more are curious about these practices but are unsure of what these changes look like in the classroom or ...
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Classical guitar fanatic? Casual hobbyist? Segovia disciple? Regardless of your diagnosis, the tonebase Classical Guitar Podcast with David Steinhardt has the cure for you! Tune in every other Sunday for in-depth conversations with some of greatest minds in the classical guitar world. Guest artists include Scott Tennant, Judicael Perroy, Bill Kanengiser, Eliot Fisk, and Pepe Romero to list a few. Topics range from pedagogical philosophies, upcoming CD releases and performances, composing, ar ...
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Talks, Tactics and Tequila

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Monica is a relationship therapist, an entrepreneur and a football and basketball Mom. Oscar is a former operator/contractor, a former police detective, a former US Marine, a former bartender, and now a consultant and a football Dad. Each week they talk about every day triumphs and every day tragedies. They celebrate the human spirit in facing and overcoming life’s challenges and tribulations. Join them for their weekly tequila toast and review. Be part of the conversation on Facebook, Insta ...
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The BBC’s only English language programme entirely dedicated to the war in Ukraine and its fallout, Ukrainecast, is your go-to podcast which investigates the biggest issues around the conflict. Could Putin push the nuclear button? How could Donald Trump end the war in 24 hours? What is the price for peace? The podcast is hosted by Newsnight presenter Victoria Derbyshire and BBC Monitoring’s Vitaly Shevchenko. Ukrainecast covers the most important topics around the conflict and speaks to the ...
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Between the Lines

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This program is no longer in production. Making sense of Australia’s place in the world, Between the Lines puts contemporary international issues and events into a broader historical context, seeking out original perspectives and challenging accepted wisdom.
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David Eliot is a PhD candidate in Criminology at the University of Ottawa and a 2022-2025 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholar. His academic journey has earned him numerous awards, and beyond academia, David is active in the arts and activism. Diagnosed with dysgraphia in Grade 3, David Eliot has overcome significant hurdles. He emphasizes tha…
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CBC provincial affairs reporter Katie DeRosa joins us to break down the latest pitches from political parties ahead of polling day on Saturday. Then, Elections B.C. is reporting record numbers of advanced ballots cast. And finally, we hear from Suhana Gill, Kwantlen Student Council's Women's Representative, who is working to encourage young people …
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The B.C. Conservatives released their campaign platform on Tuesday — four days before the election — with a promise to prioritize affordability, safety and infrastructure. Then, we hear from the B.C. Teachers' Federation about their top priorities leading up to the election, and ask viewers to share what education issues matter most to them.…
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What do digital trails tell us about the conflict? How did TikTok videos help identify Russian troop movements ahead of the full-scale invasion? And what’s it like to draw the ire of the Kremlin? The Bellingcat founder Eliot Higgins also tells Victoria and Vitaly whether he’s a CIA spy and where the name of his organisation came from. And, are Nort…
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Diplomatic tensions are rising between Canada and India after the RCMP alleged that agents of the Indian government played a role in 'widespread' acts of violence in Canada. We ask our audience about the impact this announcement has on their lives, and speak with Reeta Tremblay, a professor emerata in Political Science, at the University of Victori…
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As President Zelensky conducts a whistle stop tour of Europe…. we answer your questions on whether the West is out of touch with the reality of the war and what impact elections in the US and Europe could have on support for Ukraine’s war effort. Victoria is joined by our correspondent in Kyiv Sarah Rainsford and Cold War historian Sergey Radchenko…
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B.C. party leaders discussed reconciliation and Indigenous rights during their televised debate earlier this week. Today, we hear more about the issues most affecting Indigenous people and communities this election with Regional Chief Terry Teegee, B.C. Assembly of First Nations; Robert Phillips, a First Nations Summit political executive and Chief…
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B.C. Conservative candidate Brent Chapman is apologizing for previous comments he made on social media about Palestinians. The comments were posted to Facebook in 2015, before Chapman entered politics, and were shared on social media Wednesday by a CKNW radio host. CBC legislative reporter Katie Derosa joins us with the latest. Then, at least five …
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How could peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine pan out and are they even a possibility right now? Conflict negotiator Oliver McTernan and former UK ambassador to Russia Sir Laurie Bristow discuss the likelihood of both countries coming to the table and what role the US presidential election could play. Today’s episode is presented by Victo…
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B.C.'s political party leaders are set to square off in a televised debate tonight starting at 6:30 p.m. PT. We go over what to expect, and ask listeners what they want to hear. After the news, we hear from Disability Without Poverty — a grassroots movement led by disabled people — on what issues need more attention in this election campaign.…
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On Monday's show, we hear perspectives on the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel. Michelle Eliot speaks with political scientists, a retired U.S. general, as well as Vancouver's honorary consul for Lebanon, who is in Beirut. We invite viewers to tell us how the crisis in the Middle East has affected them in the past year.…
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Russia has revealed it will boost its defence spending by a quarter to $145 billion in 2025. But is Putin’s war economy sustainable? What does all this mean for life in the country? And how could it impact the war? The BBC’s Steve Rosenberg joins us from a Moscow supermarket, Russian citizen ‘Gleb’ explains why there are dozens of types of cola in …
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They may not agree on much, but if there's one thing B.C.'s competing political parties seem to agree on, it's that British Columbians need more ways to get around the province. Our guest Denis Agar, ‘Movement: Metro Vancouver Transit Riders' executive director speaks with guest host Amy Bell, and we hear from people across this diverse province. T…
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It's just about midway through the B.C. election campaign, and the parties are honing in on affordability. CBC's Provincial Affairs Reporter Katie DeRosa takes us through how each party plans to tackle the issue. In our second half we hear from two young Vancouver students who won awards at an international STEM competition.…
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Kelowna RCMP are investigating an attack on a 13-year-old at a Kelowna park that was recorded and then widely circulated on social media. We speak to Jillian Roberts, University of Victoria professor of educational psychology, and ask viewers how they discuss incidents like this with their children. Then, B.C.'s political parties are making various…
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Ambassador John Bolton, who served as National Security Adviser under President Donald Trump, tells Ukrainecast that another Trump presidency would leave Ukraine in a very difficult position and that if re-elected Trump would cut off US aid. He also warns against the democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, insisting that neither option wo…
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Tuesday's show includes the latest in the conflict in the Middle East with guest Fawaz Gerges, professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science is our guest; what seniors are concerned about ahead of the B.C. provincial election with Ramona Kaptyn, Chief Advocacy & Communications Officer, Canadian Associa…
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October 1st, 2024, marks the launch of our 7th annual Dyslexia Awareness Month campaign, themed Breaking the Silence. This year, we celebrate inspiring individuals who have overcome the challenges of dyslexia, like Dan Carter, the Mayor of Oshawa. As a child, Dan Carter faced significant struggles due to undiagnosed dyslexia, leading to low self-es…
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For over 50 years, Fluevog Shoes has been a trailblazer in the world of fashion, creating shoes that are not just footwear but works of art. What many may not know, however, is that its founder, John Fluevog, faced personal challenges related to dyslexia on his path to success. Even though John Fluevog has struggled with dyslexia his entire life—a …
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Mikaÿla Perrier has built a career helping others, notably adults with dyslexia, through support and her ebook A Guide for Adult Dyslexics. She now works as a psychometrician specializing in psychological tests for the rehabilitation of Canadian war veterans. However, her own journey with dyslexia began early. Diagnosed in Grade 2, her path has bee…
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Diagnosed with dyslexia in Grade 3, Stuart Bruce received the right support and went on to build a successful career as an entrepreneur in the insurance industry. He is currently the Chairman of the Board and CEO of FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada. However, the more he learned, the more shocked he became to discover that 45 years later, children …
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Despite the challenges at school, DJ Cunningham's home environment, especially the support from his family, made all the difference. After university, he began selling assistive technology and went on to develop his own business, LEARNstyle Ltd., at age 24, which is now the largest K-12 educational training company in Canada.…
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Rather than letting dyslexia define him, Andrew Armstrong channeled his passion into a successful career with the Canadian Coast Guard. His career spanned over three decades, culminating as the National Coordinator of Marine Security for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Even in retirement, Andrew Armstrong remains active, serving as a volunteer …
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Mikaÿla Perrier a forgé sa carrière en aidant les autres, notamment les adultes ayant une dyslexie, grâce à son soutien et au livre numérique qu’elle a publié sur le sujet. Elle travaille maintenant comme psychométricienne spécialisée dans les tests psychologiques pour la réadaptation des vétérans canadiens.…
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David Eliot est candidat au doctorat en criminologie au Centre de droit, technologie et société de l'Université d'Ottawa et boursier de la Fondation Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Ses recherches lui ont valu de nombreux prix académiques, et en dehors du milieu universitaire, il s'investit dans les arts et l'activisme. Il a été diagnostiqué avec une dysgra…
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Andrew Armstrong est né en Angleterre et a immigré à Montréal à l'âge de six ans, en 1960. Bien qu’il a une dyslexie, sa détermination et sa résilience lui ont permis de mener une carrière très fructueuse au sein de la Garde côtière canadienne. À la retraite, Andrew continue de mener une vie active en tant que secouriste bénévole, pompier de garde,…
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Donald Trump has held a last-minute meeting with President Zelensky despite repeated criticism of the Ukrainian leader on the campaign trail, and a row which erupted with with the Republican party. So is the former president hardening his stance on Ukraine? And how do Ukrainians feel about the forthcoming US election? Victoria and Vitaly are joined…
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House Speaker Greg Fergus says MPs should improve their behaviour after several recent sessions where tensions flared. Daniel Reeve, political scientist with Camosun College We invite viewers to share their thoughts on decorum in politics, and whether it needs improving. Then Gardening columnist Brian Minter is back to answer your questions as fall…
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Thomas Davidoff, UBC's Sauder School of Business associate professor, speaks with guest host Amy Bell, about B.C.'s main parties ahead of the Oct. 19 election. Then, our guest Mark von Schellwitz, Vice President, Western Canada discusses the impact of recent cuts by the federal government to Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker program.…
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Mr. Steele has held a private investigator license in Florida since 2011. He co- founded Anti-Predator Project, Inc. with his wife in 2012. Anti-Predator Project is the first and only IRS recognized 501(c)3 fully licensed private investigative firm in the United States. Anti-Predator Project specializes in the criminal investigation into individual…
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The federal Liberals face a non-confidence vote in Ottawa. We bring you the latest and discuss the implications of the vote with Sanjay Jeram, political science professor. Then, we take your calls on B.C.'s health care system. Finally, our guests are Chef Hidekazu Tojo, and director Mads K. Baekkevold, on the new Chef Tojo documentary, "The Chef an…
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President Zelensky’s in the US for a diplomatic mission to try and sell President Biden his ‘victory plan’. But what’s in it? And can he persuade the Americans to back it? Two friends of the pod, defence expert Matthew Savill and Russia expert Angela Stent, join Lyse to assess how it might go down with the President, and the two candidates hoping t…
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B.C. Green Party leader Sonia Furstenau introduced her party's platform on the province's opioid crisis; NDP Leader David Eby and B.C. Conservatives Leader John Rustad have competing platforms. Dr. M-J Molloy, associate professor of medicine at UBC's Divison of Social Medicine joins us to discuss evidence-based research on safe supply, involuntary …
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We start with an update on the provincial election campaign. The B.C. NDP has announced its plan to ban the need for doctors' notes for worker absences up to five days, while the B.C. Conservatives have announced a plan for a monthly rebate for renters and homeowners. We're joined by Fiona Famulak, B.C. Chamber of Commerce CEO; Grand Chief Stewart …
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Learning to read is a precious gift, but for some kids, dyslexia keeps that gift just out of reach. Growing up without it can lead to low self-esteem, behavioral challenges, and a lifetime of frustration. Yet, with the right support, kids once written off have transformed their lives. What began as struggles became incredible success stories. Launc…
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More than half of Ukrainians say they suffer from some kind of mental health issue as a result of the war. Volunteer paramedic, Olha Mamusheva, joins us to discuss her mental health working on the frontline. And journalist Olena Kuk explains why she helped set up ‘Svidok’ – an online war journal where people can share their feelings anonymously. To…
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The provincial election campaign officially kicks off on Saturday. What are the top issues for B.C. voters? We speak with CBC's Provincial Affairs reporter Katie De Rosa, and take audience calls from across the province to find out which election issues are important you to. Then, we hear an insider perspective of working in restaurants from CBC's …
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Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada Marc Miller has just announced a further nation-wide cut of 10% to the number of international student permits that will be approved. We are joined by BC Federation of Students Chairperson Jessie Niikoi for her perspective on how this will impact students. Associate professor of political …
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Mr. Steele has held a private investigator license in Florida since 2011. He co- founded Anti-Predator Project, Inc. with his wife in 2012. Anti-Predator Project is the first and only IRS recognized 501(c)3 fully licensed private investigative firm in the United States. Anti-Predator Project specializes in the criminal investigation into individual…
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A new report commissioned by the B.C. Hotel Association suggests the province's new short-term rental rules are working, but Airbnb disputes the findings. Craig E. Jones with the UBC Housing Research Collaborative provides context on the rules and what's known about their impact so far, before BC Today callers share what the restrictions have meant…
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Sasha Skochilenko spent over two years behind Russian bars before being part of the biggest prisoner exchange since the Cold War. She explains why supermarkets are effective places for protest, what helped her survive in prison and how western prisoners were put in business class on the flight home following her release. And a friend of Ukrainecast…
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Dr. Daniel Vigo, B.C.’s chief scientific advisor for psychiatry, toxic drugs and concurrent disorders, discusses how the Mental Health Act will be used for the province's involuntary treatment plan. Then, Bif Naked joins us to talk about returning to life on the road for her new album Champion, and what it means to be a Canadian rock icon. We take …
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The B.C. government has announced it will expand involuntary care for people with mental health and addictions issues, and will open "highly secure" facilities to house people detained under the Mental Health Act throughout the province. We'll hear arguments for and against mandatory treatment throughout the program. Viewers are invited to share if…
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The former head of the CIA, General David Petraeus, tells Ukrainecast why he thinks President Putin is bluffing after he warned the West against allowing Ukraine to use long-range weapons to target Russia. Lucy is in Washington DC where the UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, is meeting President Biden to discuss Ukraine. There are strong indicati…
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A re-elected NDP government would scrap the province's long-standing carbon tax and shift the burden to "big polluters" if the federal government drops its requirement for the tax, Premier David Eby says. CBC BC provincial affairs reporter Katie Derosa. We'll break down how the policy works in B.C. with Keith Brooks, Environmental Defence Canada pr…
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With Air Canada and its pilots still at the bargaining table negotiating over wage demands, the airline could suspend flights as early as Sunday without an agreement. The Business Council of Canada is among those who say the federal government should intervene to halt a strike. We ask viewers if they agree, and to share their stories about how the …
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The province is forecasting a record budget deficit of $8.9 billion. We speak to Finance Minister Katrine Conroy and hear our audience's feedback on the deficit, and how they want the government to manage our finances. Then, Theo Lamb, Quest Food Exchange's executive director advocates for a provincewide strategy to address food insecurity.…
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