Sept. 1, 2026

The BC Conservatives lose a 7th MLA, as crisis grips the party. 

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Aug. 31, 2026

We're back! Our fall season begins with the implosion of the BC Conservative Party, the Mission-Abbotsford by-election, the deal of NDP MLA Joan Phillip and more.

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July 24, 2026 - LAST SHOW BEFORE SUMMER BREAK! US President Donald Trump cannonballs into BC's political waters with new tariff threats, what does it mean for the NDP and Conservatives? Was funding for SOGI cut, and is the program over? Not really, despite political posturing. And a recall campaign fails against Dallas Brodie. Plus, a look at premier Eby's new chief of staff and political plays of the week. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

July 17, 2026 - BC's forestry sector is rocked by another mill closure, with the government facing calls for quick action to save jobs. The premier announces new involuntary care beds, but not in Vancouver, which catches the ire of the mayor. And can CentreBC make up ground with a new leader? Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

July 10, 2026 - The cost of the Massey tunnel replacement project doubles, creating risk for the BC government. FIFA World Cup matches end in Vancouver, but was it worth the $730 million? And the province retains lawyers to explore suing OpenAI for its role in the Tumbler Ridge tragedy. Plus, in audio extras, a look at declining toxic drug death numbers and an expansion of BC Nurse job action. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jillian Oliver, Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

July 3, 2026 - Alberta gets its new oil pipeline, but what does it mean for British Columbia? Plus BC nurses start job action. And the Conservatives shuffle their caucus roles. Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Angelo Isidorou. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

June 26, 2026 - The premier and prime minister face a backlash to their proposal to bailout unsold condos - will they stick with it? The premier heads to China where he wants to visit an EV manufacturer at a time when Canada's auto sector is warning that's a threat. And e-scooters: should they be regulated by the province? Plus, in audio extras, the changing language of the BC Conservatives on First Nations under their new leader, and political plays of the week.Host Rob Shaw is joined by Jeff Ferrier and Jillian Oliver. Brought to you by Uber Canada.

June 26,  2026

The LAST Political Capital Daily before a summer break. The show returns in September. Today, we talk about PM Mark Carney and Premier David Eby's blame game on a new housing program. 

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June 25,  2026

Some municipalities want BC to regulate e-scooters, after serious incidents. But, will it?

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June 24,  2026

The PM is back in town for a FIFA game, but with an Alberta pipeline announcement looming why isn't he and the premier making an announcement about BC's position?

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Your daily briefing on B.C. politics — from inside the legislature.