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03.27.2020
Gardening Tips To Keep You Busy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A lot of people are stuck at home with extra time on their hands and what better way to unwind and forget about everything going on right now than getting your hands dirty! Guest: Carson Arthur, garden guru. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
03.27.2020
The Food Supply during COVID-19 Crisis
Empty store shelves from panic-buying continue to be an issue across Canada, but we’ve been told repeatedly that our supply chains are strong. Guest: Mustafa Koc, professor at the Department of Sociology at Ryerson University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.27.2020
Protecting Residents of the DTES During the COVID-19 Crisis
We’ve been asking about the plan to protect residents of the Downtown Eastside for weeks and finally have some answers. A safe supply of drugs has been secured, in an effort to mitigate the impact of the opioid crisis. Guest: Donald...
03.27.2020
COVID-19 Update from Ottawa
An update from Ottawa on the response to the COVID-19 crisis Guest: Global National reporter Abigail Bimman See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.27.2020
Making Cents of the Markets
Making Cents of the Market: This is Making Cents of the Markets with Senior Vice President & Sr. Portfolio Mgr at Raymond James Lori Pinkowski. As always if you have any questions you can contact her team directly at 604-915-LORI or...
03.26.2020
Reminder to Call 8-1-1 for Non Emergency COVID-19 Concerns
Despite instructions for people worried they have COVID-19 to call 8-1-1, BC paramedics are reporting that three-quarters of the calls they’re receiving right now are related to the coronavirus. Guest: Troy Clifford president of Ambulance Paramedics of BC and Emergency Dispatchers...
03.26.2020
How To Access The Canadian Emergency Response Benefit
Guest: Carla Qualtrough, federal minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.26.2020
Construction Site Standards for COVID-19 Prevention
There are now new standards in effect for BC construction sites to help prevent contact and the spread of COVID-19. Guest: Mike McKenna, Executive Director of the BC Construction Safety Alliance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.26.2020
How Truckers Are Dealing with Rules Around COVID-19
Mandatory 14-day quarantines now in effect for anyone entering Canada, the only exemption of course being for those essential service workers who cross the border for work everyday. Guest: Dave Earle, President of BC Trucking Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.26.2020
Who Qualifies for EI Benefits during COVID-19
The employment laws in Canada can be complex when it comes to layoffs and compensation, and COVID-19 may present a new set of challenges we’ve never seen before. Guest: Jennifer Mathers McHenry, employment lawyer and founder of Mathers McHenry and Co...
03.26.2020
G20 Nations Discuss International Efforts to Tackle COVID-19
Prime Minister Trudeau is scheduled to video conference with G20 nations to coordinate international efforts to combat COVID-19. Guest: David Akin, Global News chief political correspondent See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.25.2020
CKNW Mornings: Tracking COVID-19 Facts, Preventing Coronavirus Scammers & Keeping Kids Safe as they Learn Online
Chapter 1 - Toronto’s Ryerson University has taken it upon themselves to build a tool that lets people fact check claims about COVID-19. Guest: Anatoliy Gruzd, Canada Research Chair in Social Media Data Stewardship and Director of the Social Media Lab...
03.25.2020
Cities Hope For Cash Infusion Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Metro Vancouver mayors are calling on the province for better support for renters and landlords. Will the money come? Guest: Richard Zussman, Global News reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.25.2020
Metro Vancouver Mayors Looking to the Province for Renter & Landlord Support
Metro Vancouver mayors are calling on the province for better support for renters and landlords. Guest: Mike Hurley, Burnaby Mayor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.25.2020
Getting The Correct Information About COVID-19
Toronto’s Ryerson University has taken it upon themselves to build a tool that lets people fact check claims about COVID-19. Guest: Anatoliy Gruzd, Canada Research Chair in Social Media Data Stewardship and Director of the Social Media Lab at Ryerson University. See...
03.24.2020
CKNW Mornings: Liberal Bill Too Far, Online Purchasing While Self Isolating & Funding for COVID-19 Victims
Chapter 1 - A Liberal bill on coronavirus that would give the government the power to spend and tax without parliamentary approval, is seeing some pushback. Guest: Mercedes Stephenson, Ottawa Bureau Chief for Global News and Host of The West Block Chapter...
03.24.2020
BC Business Impact After COVID-19
As the provincial government blows up their budget in an attempt to cushion the blow of COVID-19, the Business Council of BC is predicting that it could shrink our economy over 10%. Guest: Jock Finlayson, Executive Vice President and Chief Policy...
03.24.2020
Provincial Measures to Mitigate Financial Impact of COVID-19
The Provincial government is making a major funding announcement to mitigate the financial impacts of COVID-19. Guest: Carole James, Provincial Finance Minister See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.24.2020
Members Meet to Vote on Stimulus Package to Address COVID-19
There will only be a fraction of the usual number of MP’s in the House of Commons when they meet today to vote on a stimulus package to address the global COVID-19 pandemic. Guest: Dan Albas, Conservative MP for Central Okanagan—Similkameen—Nicola. See...
03.24.2020
View From Victoria: Space in the Legislature
View From Victoria: A local look at politics from the Provincial capital. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer, and Province Columnist Mike Smyth, break down the big headlines of the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.24.2020
Keeping Supplies and Deliveries Open During COVID-19 Crisis
As Canadians across the country adjust to health officials' calls to work from home and avoid large groups, many are turning to online purchasing to bridge the gap. Guest: Jon Hamilton, General Manager of Communications at Canada Post. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
03.23.2020
CKNW Mornings: Provincial vs Federal Orders, Vancouver Crackdown & Living on the Streets amid COVID-19
Chapter 1 - As provinces declare states of emergency, there’s no indication yet whether the feds will follow suit. Guest: David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent. Chapter 2 - It’s a message we’re hearing over and over again: stay at home...
03.23.2020
Update on COVID-19 From Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
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03.23.2020
Local Businesses Trying Best to Stay Open During COVID-19 Pandemic
How is a local cannabis store dealing with COVID-19? Guest: Mike Babin, owner of Evergreen Cannabis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.23.2020
How Are People on the Streets Dealing with COVID-19
How is the DTES reacting to the COVID-19 outbreak, and how will enforcing social distancing impact people living on the streets? Guest: Jeremy Hunka, Communications Manager with Union Gospel Missions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.23.2020
Enforcing Bylaws Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Vancouver City Council will meet to decide whether to issue fines for those failing to follow health directives. But will the city actually collect? Guest: Kennedy Stewart, Mayor of Vancouver See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.23.2020
People Aren't Listening To Social Distance Orders
It’s a message we’re hearing over and over again: stay at home and practice social distancing! But are people actually listening? Guest: Niki Reitmeyer, CKNW Contributor Guest: Mario Canseco, President of Research Co. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.23.2020
Provincial Powers to Control COVID-19
As provinces declare states of emergency, there’s no indication yet whether the feds will follow suit. Guest: David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
CKNW Mornings: From The UK to the US and Canada, COVID-19 Resources, News and Updates
Chapter 1 - From the UK escalating efforts, to the US and Canada shuttering the border, we look at the new strategies being considered to stop the spread of COVID-19. Guest: Redmond Shannon, Global News Europe correspondent Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global National...
03.20.2020
A Pandemic Plan at Local Store
Panic-buying has been impacting grocery and drug stores and London Drugs is one of the companies you may be hearing about taking steps to protect the people who are most at-risk. Guest: Clint Mahlman, London Drugs president and chief operating office See...
03.20.2020
Salvation Army Seeing Increased Demand As COVID-19 Impacts Families
As layoffs and quarantines continue to impact more BC residents, the Salvation Army has been struggling to meet increased demand for their assistance. Guest: Mike Leland, Divisional Secretary for Public Relations at The Salvation Army BC Division See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
Massive Spike in Infections in US
There has been a massive spike in US infections of COVID-19 as a border closure looms. Guest: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
Construction Workers Concerned About Spreading COVID-19
Construction workers are finding it difficult to follow the instructions from Health Authorities when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID-19. Guest: Chris Gardner, President of the Independent Contractors Business Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
View From Victoria: Town Hall Breakdown
View From Victoria: A local look at politics from the Provincial capital. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer, and Province Columnist Mike Smyth, break down the big headlines of the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
China Reports No New Cases of COVID-19
For the first time since the beginning of the outbreak, China has reported no new cases of COVID-19. Guest: Nathan VanderKlippe, Globe and Mail Beijing correspondent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.20.2020
UK Escalates COVID-19 Response
The UK is escalating efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 with schools finally closing as new strategies are being considered. Guest: Redmond Shannon, Global News Europe correspondent See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.19.2020
CKNW Mornings: COVID-19 Overseas, Government Advises Canadians to Return & Business Looking For Clarity Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Chapter 1 - Our first look into the COVID-19 pandemic takes us overseas in Denmark as we talk about the international spread of the virus. Guest: Shane Woodford, Freelancer in Denmark Chapter 2 - What is the Federal government doing to mitigate...
03.19.2020
Business Community Creates Cabinet for COVID-19
The Vancouver Board of Trade has formed a COVID-19 Cabinet in order to bring the business community together to help ease some of the concerns around the coronavirus. Guest: Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Vancouver Board of Trade. See omnystudio.com/listener...
03.19.2020
Construction Worker Concerns Over COVID-19 on the Job Site
Many in the construction industry have concerns about how this outbreak could spread on a jobsite. Do workers have the right to refuse work without reprisal? Guest: Andrew Mercier, BC Building Trades Executive Director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.19.2020
Preventing COVID-19 From Spreading Across The Country
What is the Federal government doing to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and prevent the spread across the country? Guest: Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.19.2020
View From Victoria: BC's COVID-19 Plans
View From Victoria: A local look at politics from the Provincial capital. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer, and Province Columnist Mike Smyth, break down the big headlines of the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.19.2020
The International Spread of COVID-19
Guest: Shane Woodford, Freelancer in Denmark See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.18.2020
CKNW Mornings: Task Force for Insurance Price Hikes, COVID-19 Drops Gas & Coronavirus with Ibuprofen
Chapter 1 - An Insurance Task Force has met to address Strata insurance price hikes in Vancouver in the hopes of finding solutions to sky rocketing insurance rates. Guest: Rob de Pruis, Director of Consumer and Industry Relations for the Western...
03.18.2020
Is Ibuprofen Safe If Infected with COVID-19
We look into whether it is safe to take ibuprofen if infected with COVID-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.18.2020
Making Cents of the Markets
Making Cents of the Market: This is Making Cents of the Markets with Senior Vice President & Sr. Portfolio Mgr at Raymond James Lori Pinkowski. As always if you have any questions you can contact her team directly at 604-915-LORI or...
03.18.2020
The Future of Education after COVID-19 Suspends Schools
The BC Government announced an indefinite suspension of schools amid concerns of COVID-19 spreading, which now has many parents concerned about the future of their kid’s education. Guest: Rob Fleming, Provincial Education Minister See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.18.2020
Low Gas Prices During COVID-19 Pandemic
There have been substantial drops in gas prices as global uncertainty continues over COVID-19. Guest: Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.17.2020
CKNW Mornings: Closing Borders, Layoffs & Talking About COVID-19
Chapter 1 - In US Politics, Ohio closed it’s polls citing a ‘health emergency’ around COVID-19 Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington correspondent Chapter 2 - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the most extreme measure the country has taken so far, closing...
03.17.2020
COVID-19 And Dealing with Layoffs
What are people who are laid-off over concerns about the spread of COVID-19 entitled to from their employer? Guest: Stephen Gillman, Employment Lawyer, Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.17.2020
Federal Response and Border Closure
The Federal Government has shut down the border but with exceptions and some are questioning not shutting down the border to everyone. Guest: Jonathan Wilkinson, Federal Minister of the Environment and Climate Change See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's The Jon McComb Show about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Jon McComb Show episodes:

Gardening Tips To Keep You Busy During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Food Supply during COVID-19 Crisis

Protecting Residents of the DTES During the COVID-19 Crisis

COVID-19 Update from Ottawa

Making Cents of the Markets

Reminder to Call 8-1-1 for Non Emergency COVID-19 Concerns

How To Access The Canadian Emergency Response Benefit

Construction Site Standards for COVID-19 Prevention

How Truckers Are Dealing with Rules Around COVID-19

Who Qualifies for EI Benefits during COVID-19

G20 Nations Discuss International Efforts to Tackle COVID-19

CKNW Mornings: Tracking COVID-19 Facts, Preventing Coronavirus Scammers & Keeping Kids Safe as they Learn Online

Cities Hope For Cash Infusion Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Metro Vancouver Mayors Looking to the Province for Renter & Landlord Support

Getting The Correct Information About COVID-19

CKNW Mornings: Liberal Bill Too Far, Online Purchasing While Self Isolating & Funding for COVID-19 Victims

BC Business Impact After COVID-19

Provincial Measures to Mitigate Financial Impact of COVID-19

Members Meet to Vote on Stimulus Package to Address COVID-19

View From Victoria: Space in the Legislature

Keeping Supplies and Deliveries Open During COVID-19 Crisis

CKNW Mornings: Provincial vs Federal Orders, Vancouver Crackdown & Living on the Streets amid COVID-19

Update on COVID-19 From Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Local Businesses Trying Best to Stay Open During COVID-19 Pandemic

How Are People on the Streets Dealing with COVID-19

Enforcing Bylaws Amid the COVID-19 Crisis

People Aren't Listening To Social Distance Orders

Provincial Powers to Control COVID-19

CKNW Mornings: From The UK to the US and Canada, COVID-19 Resources, News and Updates

A Pandemic Plan at Local Store

Salvation Army Seeing Increased Demand As COVID-19 Impacts Families

Massive Spike in Infections in US

Construction Workers Concerned About Spreading COVID-19

View From Victoria: Town Hall Breakdown

China Reports No New Cases of COVID-19

UK Escalates COVID-19 Response

CKNW Mornings: COVID-19 Overseas, Government Advises Canadians to Return & Business Looking For Clarity Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Business Community Creates Cabinet for COVID-19

Construction Worker Concerns Over COVID-19 on the Job Site

Preventing COVID-19 From Spreading Across The Country

View From Victoria: BC's COVID-19 Plans

The International Spread of COVID-19

CKNW Mornings: Task Force for Insurance Price Hikes, COVID-19 Drops Gas & Coronavirus with Ibuprofen

Is Ibuprofen Safe If Infected with COVID-19

Making Cents of the Markets

The Future of Education after COVID-19 Suspends Schools

Low Gas Prices During COVID-19 Pandemic

CKNW Mornings: Closing Borders, Layoffs & Talking About COVID-19

COVID-19 And Dealing with Layoffs

Federal Response and Border Closure