More weather warnings for Metro Vancouver and responding to major weather events
Metro Vancouver and B.C.'s Fraser Valley remain under an Environment Canada yellow warning as an additional 50 to 70 millimetres of rain is expected to fall in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and the North Shore. Mike Little, the mayor of North Vancouver, joins the show to discuss the state of weather preparations in his community. Federal Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Oszewski defended Ottawa's flood response by referring to what she called a "modernized" Disaster Financial Assistance Program, but municipal leaders such as Abbotsford Mayor Ross Siemens say more support is needed. Princeton Mayor Spencer Coyne, whose community was devastated by the 2021 floods, joins the show to discuss the accessibility of disaster relief supports.
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How to drive in adverse winter driving conditions
Heavy rains are having an impact on transportation as flooding led to road closures this past week. Daniel Quigley, the senior manager for BCAA's Road Assist Fleet, joins the show to discuss winter driving conditions and tips.
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Rob Reiner 1947-2025
Filmmaker Rob Reiner, who directed Hollywood classics such as The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally, has died at age 78 alongside his wife Michele after an apparent homicide in his Los Angeles home. Rachel Fox, senior programmer at the Rio Theatre, joins the show as we ask viewers about their favourite Rob Reiner works.
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Holiday stress
From family gatherings to gift-giving rituals, the holidays can bring some stress and pressure to those who celebrate. Dr. Heather McEachern, a registered psychologist, joins the show to discuss how to navigate holiday stress.
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How do you connect with your community?
A new poll from the Angus Reid Institute suggests people who are regularly involved in their community are more likely to express satisfaction with their life. Nick Wells from the United Gospel Mission joins the show to discuss the merits of community belonging.
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.