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On BIV Today... Steve Eccles (1:35), dean of Northeastern University’s new Vancouver campus, dives into how the city’s emerging tech sector makes it a ripe target for developing talent. Then, McMillan LLP associate Ravi Bains (15:08)  joins the BIV Today podcast to discuss a new governance model sweeping American corporations and how it appears to be mirroring what we already have here in Canada. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... A new report from the conservative think-tank, the Fraser Institute, examines the marginal effective tax rate on low- and modest- income Canadians and finds that governments claw back benefits considerably as people move up the income ladder. Institute scholar Finn Poschmann discusses the report with Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chief. See more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Are cannabis producers the cause for a bad odours and harmful emissions in Metro Vancouver? The regional district seems to think so. Tantalus Labs CEO Dan Sutton (2:14) joins the show to discuss the ongoing conflict between licensed producers and the regional body. Then, the BIV technology panel (15:13), featuring Gluu Technology Society’s Linda Fawcus and Faber’s John Reid, delves into upcoming advances in airport security technology, the prospect of travelling in flying taxis and whether Apple’s new credit card is too delicate for your pocket. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… The region’s residential real estate slowdown may have found its bottom. Jason Turcotte, vice-president of development at Cressey Development Group, says Greater Vancouver has seen unusual activity this August. If it stays the course, he says the region could see stronger activity this fall season with more listings hitting the market. And just 2% of the office space in Downtown Vancouver is vacant. Tony Astles, managing partner and head of commercial real estate services at BentallGreenOak, discusses the city’s office market in depth.  Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... How do families build and maintain wealth? Tom McCullough brings 35 years of experience to family wealth management and is the co-author of Wealth of Wisdom: The Top 50 Questions Wealthy Families Ask. He has much to say about developing the family culture to succeed with money. He is in conversation with Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chief. See more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… Two guests from the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada discuss ongoing protests in Hong Kong, and the implications for Canada and Canadian businesses. Senior manager Charles Labrecque and post-graduate research fellow Isaac Lo (1:41) shed light on the situation in the show’s latest Asia 360 segment. Dark web detective and digital identity guardian could be job options for employees in B.C. come 2030. The Brookfield Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship explores what the Canadian landscape could look like a decade from now in a new report called Signs of the Times: Expert insights about employment in 2030 (available at brookfieldinstitute.ca). Diana Rivera (18:16), economist and project lead on the institute’s work on employment in 2030, discusses the report’s findings and implications for B.C. Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Vancouver based department stores Army & Navy turns 100 and seasoned business woman Jacqui Cohen sits down with Business in Vancouver editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe to discuss her and her grandfather's century long journey. See more at https://biv.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… The founder of Canadian Direct Insurance is back in the insurance game with a new venture. Colin Brown (28:46)), former chief underwriter at ICBC and now the CEO of Stratford Underwriting Agency, says he is disappointed that the private sector hasn’t stepped up to offer British Columbians alternatives to ICBC’s optional auto insurance. Brown and Joshua Krenus, CEO of Alteri Insurance, discuss B.C.’s auto insurance landscape. BIV’s weekly tech panel (1:05) tackles how WeWork works, the company’s IPO prospectus and its efforts to brand itself a tech company. Gluu Technology Society founder Linda Fawcus and technology executive Geoff Fawkes also discuss how social media platforms are handling Beijing’s spin on the Hong Kong protests, how tech trends will affect B.C. employment and what ride-hailing will look like when it finally rolls out on B.C. roads. Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Back to school shopping is in full force, which has retailers salivating and parents stressing. Retail Insider editor-in-chief Craig Patterson joins the BIV Today podcast to break down one of the most important times of year for stores. Later, he discusses the upcoming opening of Hermes’ new Vancouver mega-store, the underwhelming new lineup of tenants occupying the YVR outlet mall, McArthurGlen, and the entry of a Japanese lifestyle brand into the Canadian market. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... July data from the real estate sector caused a bit of a splash when they showed some unexpected life in Metro Vancouver. But do these number tell the full story? Dane Eitel of Eitel Insights joins BIV Today to break down the data and explain why Vancouver shouldn’t expect to see the bottom of the real estate market until 2021. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Are there common perils new entrepreneurs can easily avoid when embarking on a new business? Next month’s Lady Business Summit is offering practical tools and support for early stage entrepreneurs at its first-ever event. Co-founder Vivian McCormick visits BIV Today to delve into B.C.’s entrepreneurial landscape, efforts to raise capital and her own personal experience launching a business. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are replaying some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break. Editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe sits down with B.C. legislative journalists Rob Shaw and Richard Zussman to discuss last year’s provincial election as chronicled in their best-selling book, A Matter of Confidence. See more of Kirk's commentary at https://biv.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Lyft’s newly named B.C. manager Peter Lukomskyj joins BIV Today to discuss his ride-hailing service’s ambitions for entering the Vancouver market. Later, the BIV technology panel dives into new developments in the Disney vs. Netflix battle before tackling the veracity of politicians’ claims that violent video games are responsible for mass shootings in the U.S. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… Greater Vancouver home sales picked up in July. Jason Turcotte, vice-president of development at Cressey Development Group, weighs in on the latest real estate board statistics, and the newest housing trends data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are replaying some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break. June home sales in Greater Vancouver have plummeted to monthly lows not seen since 2000 — so where does that leave the market moving forward? Dane Eitel, founder and lead analyst of Eitel Insights, breaks down the latest data for Vancouver, and offers investment advice for under-the-radar markets in other parts of Canada. Tyler Orton hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are replaying some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break. On today's show, HeadCheck Health CEO Harrison Brown gives Tyler Orton the low-down on his startup’s partnership with the Canadian Football League and the technology they’re using to better address concussions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are replaying some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break.  This episode features Grosvenor Americas CEO Andrew Bibby. He talks to BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe about his life, his perspective on the city, his passion for rugby and his plans for the future. This episode originally aired in May 2018. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are recapping some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break.  In this episode, BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe explores the extent of B.C. money laundering with Peter German. The former RCMP deputy commissioner and former Corrections Services deputy commissioner has chronicled the extent of money laundering in British Columbia casinos. In his initial report to the provincial government, he identified weaknesses in the system and prescribed measures to reduce crime. German talks about his career and the report in this in-depth interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are recapping some of our favourite episodes while we take a short summer break.  This segment features CBRE’s Jason Kiselbach who delves into why Vancouver surged in the latest rankings for the best tech hubs in North America and how the city still has miles to go towards closing the gender gap within industry. Tyler Orton hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... We are recapping some of our favourite episodes while we are on summer break. In the third instalment of our special four-part Women in Business podcast series, hosted by Hayley Woodin, sponsored by UBC Sauder School of Business…  Dr. Carole Taylor, British Columbia’s former finance minister and the current deputy chairman of the Trilateral Commission’s North American region, opens up about her career, leadership in politics and female leadership. “I have a lot of concerns, and it surprises me,” she says. “I don’t see politicians listening to each other.” Dr. Taylor offers advices for young men and women who are looking at the world and weighing a career in politics. She discusses how to persevere in the face of criticism. She weighs in on Jody Wilson-Raybould’s handling of her role in the wake of the federal government’s SNC Lavalin affair, and discusses what it takes to be a leader in 2019. Business in Vancouver’s Women in Business podcast series features in-depth conversations with wo