Full Show: Happy Canada Day!, Mental health and biodiversity & WestJet strike averted

Seg 1: The On-to-Ottawa March
In 1935, about 1,500 residents of federal Unemployment Relief Camps in BC went on strike. They traveled by train and truck to Vancouver to protest poor conditions in the Depression-era camps.
Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx”
Seg 2: Exploring the link between mental health and biodiversity  
If you live in a major city the lack of biodiversity may contribute to poor mental health.
Guest: Rachel Buxton, Assistant Professor, Institute of Environmental and Interdisciplinary Sciences Carleton University
Seg 3: View From Victoria: Guide Outfitters given no compensation by NDP government
Five guide outfitters got the news that the NDP had turned down some promised compensation for loss of their tenures, since the court awarded title to the Tsilhqot’in First Nation. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.
Seg 4: People are living longer, but can they afford to?
Retirement used to last about 2 decades but with better access to medical and health services, the need to prepare for a longer post-work life is necessary.
Guest: Carole Fawcett, Provincial Organizer for the Seniors Tin Cup
Seg 5: Boating Safety in the Summer 
As the summer weather hits BC, the need to remind everyone about boating safety and what you can do to limit the potential hazards associated with fun on the water.
Guest: Bruce Hayne, Executive Director of Boating BC Association
Seg 6: Giving Indigenous People the tools to build their future
What's the difference between a job and a career? ACCESS gives people the tools and skills in order to take full advantage of their future and build a successful life.
Guest: Lynn White, President & CEO of ACCESS (Aboriginal Community Career Employment Services Society)
Seg 7: Monday Morning Quarterback for Jul 1, 2024
4 games in 18 days and the squad wins 3 of them. How impressive is that? Sean Whyte has made 11 straight field goals to start the season and 28 in a row dating back to last year.
Guest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions
Seg 8: The WestJet strike has been averted
Aircraft Mechanics withdrew their strike action as a tentative deal has been reached and airline traffic gets back to normal operation.
Guest: Claire Newell, President of Travel Best Bets
Seg 9: How to celebrate Canada Day while remembering the history
Brad Baker is a member of the Squamish Nation and long time educator about what Canada Day means to indigenous communities across the country, and how we can best recognize and celebrate.
Guest: Brad Baker, Associate Superintendent of Indigenous Education with the Ministry of Education and Child Care & a proud member of the Squamish Nation
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