Evolution Comment: B.C. Teachers Deserve a Raise

As contract talks get underway, B.C. teachers are pushing for higher wages, and issues like classroom composition and size to be addressed. I think it’s time they’re listened to. (1:10)


Via BCIT. Photos by Robert Pollack & prdtu.

Radio: Gas Prices, Education Talks & Iodide Pills

I have Tuesday’s major morning radio news updates for Evolution 107.9.

Petroleum expert says he sees no end to high gas prices as long as unrest in Libya continues.

Education Minister George Abbott gets warm welcome from BCTF.

And price of iodide pills has nearly doubled since earthquake in Japan.


Via BCIT. Photos by George Abbott & Zaki Rimawi.

Radio: Fighter Jets in Libya, Hospital Expansion, Jeep Hits Teens

I have Monday’s major noon news radio updates for Evolution 107.9.

Canadian jet fighters gone to Libya to enforce no-fly zone.

Christy Clark at Surrey Memorial Hospital for ground breaking of new development.

A Merritt man has been arrested after his Jeep veered out of control, hitting four teens.


Via BCIT. Photos by Derek K. Miller & Kris Krüg.

Radio: Langley Child Falls, NDP Meeting & Japan Radiation Update

I have Monday’s major morning radio news updates for Evolution 107.9.

A Langley girl is in serious but stable condition after falling two stories out of a window in her family’s home.

NDP leadership hopefuls faced off in front of an audience of party members at SFU’s Surrey campus Sunday.

In Japan, workers have succeeded in cooling down the fuel storage pools in two of the reactors at the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant.


Via BCIT. Photos by Dixon Tam & 梓婷.

Government Looking at Subsidizing Smoking Cessation Products

For many smokers, quitting can be difficult. The B.C. government though, just might soon be helping to make it a little easier. I found out exactly how.

For the Record: Funding Shortages for SEED Program

I talked to Executive Director Nancy Keough of the Kettle Friendship Society. The organization runs SEED, a program that provides jobs for over 70 employees suffering from mental illness. The program is running out of funding and may have to shut down. (15:00)


Via BCIT. Photos by uousociety & Susan Gittins.

Reaction to Premier Campbell's 15% Tax Cut Suspension

The opposition is wasting no time in reacting to Premier Gordon Campbell's suspension of the 15% tax cut. (0:38)


Via BCIT. Photos by Duncan Rawlinson & Michael-James Pennie.

Bill Bennett and Carole James React to Premier Campbell

Former BC Energy Minister Bill Bennett had harsh words for Premier Gordon Campbell this week. BC NDP Leader Carole James says Bennett’s comments are an indication of what is going on within the Liberal party. (0:30)


Via BCIT. Photos by Robert Scales & Matt Jiggins.

BCAA Crash Rememberance

The BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation is urging British Columbians to take a minute to think about those killed or injured in traffic accidents. (0:53)


Via BCIT. Photos by Roger Mullis & NEWS.am.

Blair Lekstrom May Join the BC Liberal Leadership Race

Liberal MLA Blair Lekstrom may be joining the race to become Liberal leader. (0:35)


Via BCIT. Photos by BC Liberal Party & BC Chamber of Commerce.