ch. 1: Pandemic pessimist on relaxing the guidelines, NDP government’s $25 fee for access to information

The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.

ch. 2: British Columbia’s privacy commissioner says the provincial government should not be charging a fee for filing requests under the province’s freedom of information system. Mike McEvoy says proposed changes to B.C. privacy laws would allow the government to be less accountable to the public. On Monday, the B.C. government tabled amendments to the freedom of information law that would add a fee for requests. Citizens’ Services minister Lisa Beare suggested on Monday the fee would be $25.

Guest: Bruce Banman, BC Liberal MLA and Official Opposition critic for Citizens' Services.

ch. 3: Progressive workplaces in Canada are likely to try a four-day work week in the coming years. Why would some companies want to try this new work schedule out? and how will this work in Canadian companies?

Guest: Debby Carreau, CEO & Founder, Inspired HR & Inspired Workplace

ch. 4: Starting Oct. 25, capacity limits will end for indoor sporting events, indoor concerts, theatres, movie theatres, dance and symphony events, and indoor organized events and gatherings. Organized events include wedding receptions, organized parties and conferences.

Guest: Mo Tarmohamed, Owner of Rickshaw Theatre

ch. 5: There’s a lot more to waste reduction than recycling

Guest: Raji Sohal - Mornings with Simi contributor

 

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