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Some First Nations from across Canada are gathered in Gatineau Que. for the Prime Minister's summit on Bill C-5, meant to fast-track infrastructure projects. B.C. Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Terry Teegee explains why many First Nations oppose the legislation.

As Canadians lean into the 'Elbows Up' movement, artists are wondering if it could translate into more support for arts and entertainment, as they struggle with costs and studio space. Emmy award-winning choreographer Heather Laura Gray and multi-disciplinary artist Jilian Tolzmann join the show as we ask viewers if they are supporting more Canadian art amid the movement and how we can support artists in B.C.

Federal Court of Appeal has reserved the decision on the order to cull more than 400 birds at an ostrich farm in Edgewood B.C. Animal lawyer Rebeka Breder joins the show to break down the case.

The deaths of two cyclists in B.C. are highlighting concerns about safety and infrastructure of bikes. Colleen Sparks, cycling advocate and executive director of Capital Bike in Victoria, joins the show to discuss cycling infrastructure in the province.

It's the hottest day of the week and the summer heat can bring about or worsen skin conditions. Dr. Harvey Lui, head of the department of dermatology at UBC, joins the show to answer questions about summer skin care.

As summer kicks into high gear, officials are urging caution and preparedness for droughts in B.C. Linda Parkinson, the director of policy, planning and analysis for Metro Vancouver's water services, joins the show to discuss drought awareness.

The search has begun for B.C.'s Best Symbol. CBC's Justin McElroy discusses how his latest bracket will work and the friendly debate he hopes to spark. We ask viewers to chime in with their picks.

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to slap a 35 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods as the two countries continue negotiations to reach some sort of trade agreement. Trump said the tariffs will take effect on Aug. 1, and wrote that he will increase the levies if Canada retaliates. Douglas College political scientist Jovian Radheshwar joins the show as we ask viewers what they make of Trump's recurring tariff threats.

As the cost of living climbs up, many British Columbians are asking about the tipping prompts appearing not just at restaurants, but also at self-serve counters. We dig into tipping culture in B.C. with Sean Grady, general manager at Como Taperia, and Jamie Mah, bartender at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel and host of the podcast Track and Food.

Industry Minister Mélanie Joly delivered a speech to the Vancouver Board of Trade to discuss Canada’s economic, industrial and security priorities. CBC's Yasmine Ghania breaks down the federal government's key messages.

More people are hosting divorce parties, creating registries and taking "divorcemoons" to mark the life event of separating from their spouses. Olivia Howell, CEO of Fresh Starts Registry, joins the show to explain. We also take audience calls who have are or dealing with divorce.

A B.C. report outlines recommendations for public safety at community events following the deadly alleged attack at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in April. Former minister of public safety and solicitor general Kash Heed discusses the recommendations as we ask viewers about their event safety concerns.

After years of soaring prices and new builds, Metro Vancouver's condo market is showing signs of strain with projects stalling, sales declining and developers hitting pause. Mortgage broker Jessica Kuan and realtor Ben Kay join the show for a Q&A about the condominium market.

Months after 11-year old Brayden Robbins died while seeking emergency care, his family is renewing calls for drastic improvements to the health-care system, especially pediatric care. B.C. Health Minister Josie Osborne joins the show to respond to the calls. Conservative rural health critic Brennan Day wrote a letter to Osborne with recommendations to improve care in response to Brayden's death. He joins the show as we ask viewers about their experiences seeking emergency care.

Talks of interprovincial trade barriers continue after Alberta and Ontario signed a memorandum of understanding to ease trade restrictions, but a new report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives argues the barriers to trade are "significantly overstated," characterizing the push to ease interprovincial trade to be "largely political theatre." Michele Cadario, executive vice-president of Rubicon Strategies, joins the show as we ask viewers what B.C. would have to sacrifice in order to break down trade barriers.

According to Pain Canada, one in five Canadians live with chronic pain, a condition advocates say is widely misunderstood. Jennifer Honey, a Vancouver-based nurse who lives with chronic pain, and Dr. Norman Buckley, a chronic pain specialist, join the show to answer questions about the condition.

Canada's electric vehicle mandate requires that 20 per cent of all new vehicles sold in the country are zero-emission ones by next year. With U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum, and light-duty vehicles, the CEOs of Canada's big automakers met with Prime Minister Mark Carney to eliminate the mandate. Barry Penner, chair of the Energy Futures Institute, joins the show as we ask viewers if EV mandates should be relaxed.

A small wildfire burning near the Kelowna International Airport placed seven properties under evacuation order. It was initially classified as out-of-control, but the B.C. Wildfire service says the blaze is now being held. CBC's Chris Walker walks us through the events. Rescuers and loved ones of those who went missing from the Texas floods continue to scramble for their search as the death toll rises to at least 82. Paul Edmonds, principal consultant at Red Dragon Consulting, discusses emergency response and preparedness, and the state of B.C.'s emergency response plans.

BC Today gardening columnist Brian Minter joins us to answer your gardening questions.

Americans are celebrating their Independence Day today with 4th of July festivities amid growing political unrest, trade wars and escalating tensions with the international community, including Canada. Don Enos, vice-president of the Blaine Chamber of Commerce in Washington state, gives insight on how businesses are reacting. And we ask viewers where their relationship with the U.S. stands as UBC political scientist Terri Givens joins the show.