BIV Today

Elizabeth Reid, a labour, employment and human rights lawyer with the Fasken law firm, discusses the laws and regulations on the issues involving returning to work. She is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Vancouver-based software firm Galvanize made waves earlier this year when it was acquired by New York’s Diligent Corp. for US$1 billion. Long-time exec — and newly promoted CEO — Dan Zitting joins BIV Today to talk about the transition and the company’s continued growth. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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On the latest episode of BIV Today, MNP licensed insolvency trustee Linda Paul discusses the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index. Findings show that nearly half of British Columbians are doubtful they can cover upcoming expenses without additional debt, and about a third consider themselves 'house poor.' BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts.

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Jacqui Cohen, CEO of the retail chain, and Colin Bosa, CEO of the development firm, are working together to build a rental housing, retail and recreational complex to replace the flagship Army & Navy store bridging Gastown and the Downtown Eastside. Lots of work is ahead, but they talk about their vision for the project with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. 

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On this episode of EDI on BIV, Trish Mandewo, president and founder of Synergy Executive and Boards Consulting Group, discusses how to close the diversity gap on corporate and non-profit boards, and in executive leadership ranks. Chantelle Krish, a strategic advisor on advocacy, equity and communications, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin as a co-host.

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Rick Comeau, general manager of Abbotsford Centre, joins BIV Today to discuss how the arena’s first sporting event went last week as well as plans for bringing back concerts and facilitating the Abbotsford Canucks AHL team. Things will be a little different as the province still grapples with the pandemic but Comeau is optimistic that audiences are excited to return to live events. Tyler Orton hosts.

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On this episode of BIV Today, BDO Canada's leader of forensic commercial insurance services Chetan Sehgal discusses the insurance impact of wildfires and other climate-related events. He shares what companies can do to ensure they are covered and prepared for when an event impacts their business. BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts.

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Polls indicate the Tory national leader has an uphill climb to win an election expected within weeks. He discusses his public image, the main issues, his opponent, and what he has learned about himself in leading the party. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Join BIV and 10 prominent Indigenous leaders for a live virtual discussion on economic reconciliation. The event marks National Indigenous Peoples Day and celebrates the launch of BIV's inaugural Indigenous business magazine, Mákook pi Sélim. Hear directly from 10 business leaders, advocates and community builders as they each lay out their vision for economic reconciliation in British Columbia.

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Jamie Millar-Dixon is an inclusive workforce consultant with BC Partners in Workforce Innovation. She dispels some of the myths that exist around hiring people with disabilities, and covers the economic benefits of building a team that embrace diverse abilities. Vivian Chan, co-chair of Vancouver Startup Week and director of national operations at YELL Canada, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin as a co-host.

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