Sonia Aslam
1130 NewsRadio Vancouver journalist. Provides insights on Bill C-5 and its potential impact on Canadian trade.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 17min
Why is breaking down interprovincial trade barriers so controversial?
Sonia Aslam, a journalist from 1130 NewsRadio Vancouver, shares her insights on the controversial Bill C-5 aimed at dismantling interprovincial trade barriers. She discusses the alarm raised by Indigenous and environmental groups regarding the rushed legislative process, emphasizing the need for their voices in decision-making. The conversation also touches on the tension between economic urgency and the rights of marginalized communities, revealing the complex landscape of Canadian trade and democracy as the deadline approaches.
May 1, 2025 • 22min
Tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu day festival in Vancouver: What we know and the questions being raised
Sonia Aslam, a journalist with 1130 NewsRadio and CityNews Vancouver, provides insight into the heartbreaking events of the Lapu-Lapu Day festival tragedy. She discusses the impact of the attack on the Filipino community and highlights the victims, including a young girl. The conversation also addresses the pressing need for mental health reform, especially considering the alleged attacker's background. Lastly, Aslam emphasizes themes of unity and healing as the community comes together to support one another in their grief.
