This is VANCOLOUR

In case you missed the announcement in April, here it is again: Mo Amir is running for the Mayor of Vancouver.

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Episode #130 marks the third anniversary of This is VANCOLOUR — it’s also a “see ya later”-episode of sorts. Stay subscribed for weekly rants and updates about the podcast’s future. Brad West is the Mayor is Port Coquitlam. He previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episode #100, Episode #60, and Episode #30. Content Warning: This episode delves into issues surrounding pregnancy loss.

David Eby is the Attorney General of British Columbia and the Minister Responsible for Housing. David was first elected as the BC NDP MLA of Vancouver-Point Grey in 2013 by defeating then-Premier Christy Clark. Catch his weekly podcast, The Dash with David Eby (Mo Amir appears on Episode 21). David first appeared on This is VANCOLOUR in Episode #56.

The public discourse about taxes in Canada misses the mark completely — and on purpose.

Lynn-Marie Angus and Melissa-Rae are the sister co-founders of Sisters Sage, an Indigenous brand that hand-crafts wellness and self-care products inspired by our culture and traditions. Born and raised in East Vancouver, their heritage is Gitxaala, Nisga’a, and Metis Nations. Follow them on Instagram! Content Warning: With consent, this episode deals with very personal and family stores about residential schools, child abuse, genocide, and violence against Indigenous peoples. ***This episode was recorded at Henry’s in Vancouver (555 W Broadway). Famous for being Canada’s greatest camera store, Henry’s now has a very comfortable community podcast space for the public, making it so easy to record your podcasts. They also offer audio gear, with knowledgeable staff who will ensure you get the possible set-up for your audio needs. Check them out!

Annamie Paul blasted Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week on his feminist credentials. She’s right, but not exactly for the reasons she provided.

Sam Cooper is an award-winning national investigative journalist for Global News. His book, “Wilful Blindness: How a Network of Narcos, Tycoons, and CCP Agents Infiltrated the West”, is now available from Optimum Publishing International.

Quebec’s Bill 21 legitimizes anti-Muslim, anti-Semitic, and anti-Sikh prejudice into law. Yet, no federal party leader in Canada has committed to fighting it. Weird.

Jordan Armstrong is a reporter and anchor for Global BC. He is the anchor of the Saturday and Sunday editions of Global News at 11 and he reports for the Global News Hour at 6 during the week.