What the Latest Smoke Forecast Means for Islanders

Smoke from Interior wildfires is creating hazy conditions across parts of Vancouver Island. Meteorologist Donna Haga meteorologist from B.C. Ministry of Environment and Parks joined Josh & Jade to separate what's happening in the sky from what's happening at ground level and explain when the smoke …

What is OnDemand transit and could it work in Greater Victoria?

BC Transit Director of Corporate and Strategic Planning Matthew Boyd joins the program to explain OnDemand transit, a service currently being piloted in Kelowna, Powell River and Squamish. They discuss how the service works, what BC Transit has learned so far, and whether it could eventually play a…

Bif Naked Ready to Rock SoberFest

Rock icon Bif Naked is back with a brand-new anthem, Lift Me Up. She joined Josh & Jade ahead of her SoberFest headline show in Victoria to talk music, recovery, and what's keeping her energized these days.

TIFF Preview, a Must-See New Release and a Classic Movie Roundup

Jason Whyte joins Josh & Jade to preview TIFF 2026, spotlight a long-awaited new release, share a documentary recommendation, and round up classic movies returning to Victoria screens.

RCMP use eyes in sky as part of Nanaimo dangerous driving crackdown, more than 45 violations spotted in one operation

Apparently dangerous driving has become such an issue in the Nanaimo region, RCMP have resorted to bringing in a helicopter in a recent enforcement frenzy. Police say on Sunday they partnered with Comox Air Services 8. During the operation, they observed 46 traffic violations, issued 33 charges und…

"These fires are becoming a bit more unpredictable:" agriculture minister talks wildfires as an estimated 50,000 animals are affected

Now is a hard time for many of B.C.’s farmers effected by wildfires right now, including the Bald Range fire. We’ve even heard reports of farmers risking their lives in the hopes of protecting their livelihoods, staying longer than is safe amid evacuation orders. BC minister of agriculture and loca…

Kids Count! Mega Summer 50/50 raffle helps with funding gaps to support local children & families

CFAX Santas Anonymous executive director Christine Hewitt-Goodsir has our latest Kids Count! Mega Summer 50/50 update. 

Do rural communities get fair value for their transit dollar?

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area Director Al Wickheim joins the program to discuss concerns he recently raised with the Victoria Regional Transit Commission regarding taxation, representation and transit service in rural communities.

September Crystal Pool closure floats concerns over swim program access

Anna McMillan from CTV Vancouver Island joins the program to break down the timeline for the closure of Crystal Pool, the opening of the interim Victoria Recreation Centre at the former Y building on Broughton Street, and concerns from swim clubs and families about the gap in service. Image: CTV V…

Could Rady Creek Become a Test Case for Backcountry Access in B.C.?

Colin Stuart of the Four Wheel Drive Association of BC joins the program to discuss the proposed deactivation of the Rady Creek Forest Service Road near Trout Lake, which recreation advocates say raises broader questions about public access to Crown land and the future of roads that have become imp…