More that two years after launching B.C. Builds, the premier says he’s concerned there aren’t enough housing starts in the province. Our Soapbox Social panel will look at why, and what it may take to get things moving again…
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Kyla Lee, Lawyer at Acumen Law Corporation, specializing in DUI and traffic law, Top 25 Most Influential Lawyer, UWN Indigenous Leader, DUIDLA BadAss Award Winner
“I first came across Kyla Lee during the pandemic through TikTok, where she was sharing short, informative videos explaining legal issues related to impaired driving and traffic law. She also regularly breaks down legislation and bills being debated or passed in Parliament, helping people understand how changes in the law may affect them. Her ability to translate complicated legal topics into clear, accessible explanations immediately stood out to me. Since then, I’ve continued to follow her work online and have been consistently impressed by how she combines serious legal expertise with a commitment to public education.
…B.C. Premier David Eby says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has agreed to apologize to the people of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after it emerged the AI giant didn’t report a mass shooter’s account to authorities. Also, B.C. is permanently adopting daylight time, making its “spring forward” on March 8 the last time change.
…As public safety concerns grow, some women are choosing to carry prohibited items like bear spray for personal protection. This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir asks criminal defence lawyer Kyla Lee how quickly self-protection can turn into criminal liability. What does Canadian law actually allow when it comes to self-defence, and what could happen if you’re caught?
…Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim apologized to Coun. Sean Orr for falsely claiming, without evidence, that Orr distributed illegal drugs on Christmas Day, but refused to answer detailed questions about the allegation. Orr has strongly denied the claim, calling it defamatory, while other councillors criticized Sim’s remarks as harmful and irresponsible…
…The B.C. government’s 2026 budget announced a series of tax increases, capital project delays, and a reduction of 15,000 public sector jobs over three years.
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Driving Law has been ranked in the Top 15 Driving and Road Safety Podcasts by MillionPodcasts.com. Million Podcasts publishes curated podcast rankings designed to highlight standout shows in specific industries, and their Driving and Road Safety list is considered one of the most comprehensive rankings available online. Podcasts are assessed based on factors like Apple review count, Apple and Spotify ratings, monthly listeners, activity level, subject expertise, and overall authority in the space. I’m proud to see Driving Law recognized alongside other leading voices in this area!
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Independent B.C. MLA Tara Armstrong and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) are calling on Ottawa to deny U.S. live streamer Hasan Piker entry into Canada — despite him having no criminal record. Politics, free speech, and Canada’s visa and entry rules collide: Can Canada legally block entry of a U.S. citizen based on what they’ve said online? This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir is joined by lawyer Kyla Lee to break down Canada’s visa laws, who actually has the authority to deny entry, what qualifies someone as a “terrorist” under Canadian law, and whether blocking Hasan Piker would withstand legal scrutiny.
…This is VANCOLOUR: Kyla’s Court – Can Canada block Hasan Piker from entering the country?Read More »
On the Coast’s Soapbox Social panelists Mo Amir and Kyla Lee weigh in with CBC’s Gloria Macarenko on the growing race for Vancouver’s next mayor, how things could shape up and who a crowded field favours.
…Kyla Lee on CBC Soap Box Social: Why are so many people running for mayor of Vancouver?Read More »
Kyla Lee on CBC Soap Box Social: Why are so many people running for mayor of Vancouver? Read More »
Pete Fry is hoping that for the first time since 2005, Vancouverites might elect a city councillor as its next mayor….
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