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On BIV Today... How well positioned is Canada, and by extension B.C., to do business with countries across Asia in the coming years? Will we be looking to build even closer ties amid trade uncertainty with the U.S.? HSBC economist Fred Neumann (1:17), who’s in Toronto this week at the Global Emerging Markets conference, joins the show to discuss the state of Asian economies amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. And we’ve all heard the word blockchain bandied about the past two years. Now companies are wising up to the need to find credible technical experts in this emerging field. Lighthouse Labs co-founder Jeremy Shaki (14:46) discusses why his coding school is launching a new program aimed at experienced developers who want to become blockchain experts. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Two guests from the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada walk through how Canadians are feeling about Asia in 2018, as captured by the organization’s National Opinion Poll. Dr. Eva Busza (0:41), vice-president of research and programs, and Yushu Zhu, program manager for surveys and polling, discuss why sentiment about the world’s fastest growing region is strengthening, just as feelings about Canada’s largest trade partner worsen. The B.C. based Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology has launched a new partnership with Quebec startup Mylo Financial Technologies to help the not-for-profit raise micro-donations. SCWIST board member Danniele Livengood (17:08) and Mylo CEO Phil Barrar talk fundraising and tech. Kirk LaPointe, Hayley Woodin and Tyler Orton host, see more of their stories at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Questions persist about whether we’re on the brink of a global trade war following the Americans’ decision to slap Canada and other allies with metal tariffs. But have the economic impacts of these tariffs been overstated? RBC economist Nathan Janzen (1:02)takes a closer look at the fallout from this trade flap ahead of the upcoming G7 summit in Quebec. Meanwhile, Canadians should prepare to pay up at the pumps. Sean Coakley (13:31) from Cambridge Global Payments discusses why gas prices are so high right now and why they’re only going to get worse during the summer months. Find more Business in Vancouver stories at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Keri Fraser (0:46), vice-president of people services with Colliers North America, shares why the firm is pulling from the playbooks of major sports teams for recruitment strategies. And David Grayson (11:26), emeritus professor of corporate responsibility from the UK's Cranfield School of Management, visits Vancouver to launch his new book: All in: The Future of Business Leadership. He joins BIV to discuss high-impact corporate sustainability. Kirk LaPointe, Hayley Woodin and Tyler Orton host, see more of their stories at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Almost immediately after the U.S. slapped steel and aluminum tariffs on Canada and its allies, Ottawa fired back with retaliatory measures of its own. Are we entering a global trade war? Prof. John Ries (1:18) from the Sauder School of Business at UBC talks about the kind of fallout we should expect from these tariffs. Later, Tantalus Labs founder Dan Sutton (13:44) discusses why home-growers may be out of luck in the wake of Senate amendments to cannabis legislation. Then, Surrey Board of Trade CEO Anita Huberman (29:00) explains the challenges ahead for employers as they deal with a potential uptick in cannabis use in the workplace. Find more Business in Vancouver stories at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… A new report UBC report has found that the effect of regulation and zoning constraints on housing prices is six times larger than the effect of speculators. Report author James Tansey (0:47), executive director of the Centre for Social Innovation and Impact Investing, discusses his findings. The City of Toronto’s former chief planner Jennifer Keesmaat (11:18), CEO of the Creative Housing Society, joins BIV in Vancouver to talk smart and sustainable cities. BIV’s weekly tech panel (33:37) examines the European Union’s new General Data Protection Regulation rules, net neutrality in Canada, and Best Buy’s health care foray. Progressa CEO Ali Pourdad and Exvera Communications founder and CEO Brittany Whitmore join the show. Kirk LaPointe and Hayley Woodin host, see more of their work at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today.... If there was one issue that could unite the left, right and centre, it appears Ottawa has found it by nationalizing Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline. Greg D’Avignon (1:36), CEO of the Business Council of B.C., explains how this $4.5-billion sale exposes Canada as a country too costly and too complex in which to do business. Later, Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson (16:06) discusses the latest industry news, including B.C.’s imminent minimum wage hike, how mid-size stores are struggling with loss prevention and a new CBRE report detailing why international brands are flocking to Vancouver. Find more Business in Vancouver stories in print or online at BIV.com. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… BIV co-hosts Kirk LaPointe and Hayley Woodin speak to BIV resources reporter Nelson Bennett about the federal government’s $4.5-billion purchase of Kinder Morgan’s controversial Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... First, hosts Tyler Orton and Hayley Woodin (1:24) discuss news that broke over the weekend including protests both supporting and opposing the Trans Mountain Expansion project and how a small oil spill will affect the project. Later, following the arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia Starbucks last month, North American employees at the retail chain begin anti-racial bias training this week. HRx Technology founder Wyle Baoween (8:49), whose company specializes in removing implicit bias during the hiring process, discusses what this training entails and how others can put an end to bias in the workplace. And are Canadians destined to retire later and later in life? Matthew Williams (20:50) of Franklin Templeton Investments Canada breaks down new research showing how the higher cost of living and lower incomes are forcing Generation X’ers to put off retirement plans. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

On BIV Today… Outgoing Metro Vancouver board chair Greg Moore (0:36), mayor of Port Coquitlam, addresses the issue of board remuneration. Co-host Hayley Woodin joined Moore on stage after his annual Greater Vancouver Board of Trade address. The moderated discussion spans housing, the board’s regional prosperity initiative and what’s next for Moore after he resigns from municipal politics. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Is the government addicted to real estate? That’s the conclusion from Paul Sullivan, a senior partner at Burgess Cawley Sullivan & Associates, who is presenting his research at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade housing forum. He breaks down all the fees and taxes embedded into the cost of a new unit of housing in the City of Vancouver. Meanwhile, Canadian professionals are awful at unplugging from the office when they go on vacation, according to new survey from Robert Half Canada. Mike Schekhtman from Robert Half Canada explains why we can’t seem to stop checking in on the office and what professionals can do to get some peace of mind while they’re on holiday. Find Business in Vancouver stories in print and online at https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… From Re/Max Western Canada, Elton Ash reviews the firm’s 2018 recreational property report. He weighs in on how B.C.’s speculation tax has affected the sector. Jason Turcotte, vice-president of development at Cressey Development Group, discusses the impact of the city’s Cambie Corridor redevelopment, and examines Vancouver’s capacity to accommodate growth. Kirk LaPointe and Hayley Woodin host. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Dr. AJung Moon (1:35) is a roboethicist specializing in the ethical implications of automation on businesses. She sits down with BIV reporter Tyler Orton at the B.C. Tech Summit for a discussion on whether we should be fearful of how robots will impact the workforce. Then, KPMG’s Jonathan Kallner (20:00) discusses the results from his firm’s global CEO outlook survey and why Canadian executives are more bullish this year. Learn more: www.kpmg.ca/ceooutlook Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today … Jason Clemens (1:05) of the Fraser Institute discusses a new book from the think tank that examines declining entrepreneurship throughout Canada and the developed world, and what policymakers can do to grow the footprint of small businesses across the country. Later, MashUp Machine’s Chris Sjoholm (18:20) explains how his startup is using machine learning to combine gameplay with movie creation to make entertainment content more interactive for younger generations. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Retail Insider editor-in-chief Craig Patterson (1:15) breaks down the biggest news in retail, including Canadian Tire’s acquisition of Helly Hansen, Alibaba’s entry into Vancouver and how a city-wide ban on plastic straws could impact restaurants. Later on, BIV reporter Patrick Blennerhassett (14:59) discusses the EU’s new General Data Protection Regulation, and whether it could provide a framework for Canada. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today.... Bryan Cox (0:09), president and CEO of the Mining Association of BC, shares the story behind B.C.'s first mining month, and discusses why the association is watching the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline issue very closely. Then, Tantalus Labs founder Dan Sutton (15:15) returns to discuss how consolidation of the major players in the cannabis industry is affecting competition. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Grosvenor Americas CEO Andrew Bibby (0:09) talks to BIV editor in chief Kirk LaPointe about his life and times, his perspective on the city, his passion for rugby, and his plans for the future. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today.... From Amazon announcing 3,000 new jobs in Vancouver to B.C. companies and higher education institutes partnering on a supercluster initiative, the province is pushing hard to become the most innovative in Canada. But is it succeeding? Paul Preston (1:06) of the Conference Board of Canada has been examining various provinces and countries, and the think tank’s latest report card on innovation gives B.C. a D grade. He explains why. Later, economist Ken Peacock (15:09) from the Business Council of B.C. discusses the fast pace at which the province’s manufacturing sector is growing — second only to Prince Edward Island. He recently authored a report examining the reasons why it’s punching above its weight as well as the challenges ahead. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… Iain Black, president and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, walks through the Greater Vancouver Economic Scorecard for 2018, and shares some of the measures he thinks will improve the region’s competitiveness. On another report, the founder and CEO of Startup Genome, JF Gauthier, reviews Vancouver’s strengths and weaknesses as a technology ecosystem. The latest Global Startup Ecosystem Report dives into what makes an ecosystem successful, and which cities are poised to benefit from emerging technology trends. Kirk LaPointe and Hayley Woodin host. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today.... The Site C Dam has had a long history over controversy ranging from issues over indigenous consultation to concerns over the basic economics of the project. Author Sarah Cox(1:09) joins the show to discuss her new book, Breaching the Peace, which chronicles the tumultuous project. And how are younger generations reshaping the way we shop? PwC Canada’s Kate Furber (15:47) show Generation Z is influencing the way retailers use technology to entice customers. Later, Royal LePage CEO Phil Soper (29:27) discusses the real estate firm’s spring report on trends in Vancouver’s luxury housing market. Find Business in Vancouver stories like this on https://biv.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.