Conversations Live with Stuart McNish

Five candidates. One leadership race. One big question: who will lead British Columbia next?

On April 28, Conversations Live brought together the five contenders in the race to lead the Conservative Party of BC — and potentially become the province’s next premier.

This timely conversation tackled the issues shaping B.C. today — health care, public safety, the economy, the environment, and First Nations relat...

BC’s critical minerals sector is at a pivotal moment. The opportunity ahead is significant.

As global demand accelerates for the materials powering EVs, batteries, and clean technology, the question goes beyond what BC has in the ground. How can we attract the investment needed to bring these projects to life?

This timely panel explored what it takes to unlock capital and move projects forward, including:

• How permitt...

Are BC mayors actually equipped to handle the biggest issues facing our province in 2026?

In this special edition of Conversations Live, we sit down with a powerhouse panel of British Columbia mayors to discuss the "nuts and bolts" of running local jurisdictions during a period of unprecedented change. From the provincial government’s aggressive new housing mandates to the "street disorder" crisis fueled by mental hea...

In this special episode of Conversations Live, recorded at AME Roundup 2026, industry leaders come together to examine the future of mineral exploration and development in British Columbia and across Canada.

As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, driven by the clean energy transition, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain security, panelists warn that declining exploration activity, regulatory uncertainty and leng...

Canada’s immigration system is at a critical turning point. In this episode of Conversations Live, an expert panel examines how record levels of permanent and non-permanent immigration have impacted housing affordability, health care, education, infrastructure, labour markets, and community planning and what recent policy shifts mean for Canada’s future.

The discussion explores whether immigration targets have been a...

Conversations Live took a deep dive into one of the most urgent issues of our time: Cybersecurity.

From AI-powered deepfakes to the rising cost of cybercrime in Canada, our expert panel broke down the threats and the opportunities shaping our digital future. Vancouver’s growing role as a cybersecurity hub was a standout theme.

A big thank-you to our panel: Milos Stojadinovic (RBC), Erik Berg (KPMG), Bijan Sanii (INETCO)...

The B.C. economy continues to shrink but we are looking for creative ways to turn the tide! Conversations Live is partnering with the Indigenous Partnership Success Showcase to spotlight the innovative collaborations that are bringing growth back to the province.

Our panel will bring together leaders driving progress through partnership and entrepreneurial thinking. Featuring:

• Chief Derek Epp, Ch’íyáqtel First Nation
• Cat...

With British Columbia’s economy on a slow downward trajectory, one question stands out:

Can the innovation economy boost the province’s performance?

The answer might be yes if we can train, retain, and attract the best and brightest minds. But that’s no easy task in a world competing fiercely for talent.

Recent U.S. policy changes, including a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, could give BC an unexp...

Canada and BC are introducing legislation to fast-track major projects in energy, mining, forestry, and infrastructure. On the surface, it signals that investment is welcome in our nation again.

But here’s the reality: without meaningful consultation and partnership with First Nations, these projects risk delays or outright failure.

That’s why projects developed with Indigenous communities move faster, ...

On Thursday, July 24 at 5 p.m., Conversations Live welcomes Pete Hoekstra, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Canada, for an exclusive and timely discussion on the evolving relationship between our two nations.

From long-standing trade partnerships to moments of political tension, the Canada-U.S. relationship has been described as both special and complicated. In this live episode, Ambassador Hoekstra joins host Stuart McNis...

Energy access and sustainability are at the heart of Canada's economy and British Columbia is facing a pivotal moment.

How can we ensure energy security, equitable access, and environmental responsibility in a rapidly evolving landscape?

Join us on Conversations Live for a timely and thought-provoking panel on June 17 at 5:30 PM. We’ll explore BC’s current energy mix, still dominated by electricity and fossil fuel...

Growing old isn't for the faint of heart.

Physical health, mental health, financial health, and loneliness are some of the issues we all face as we clear the 70-year mark.

What is it about British Columbia that we're near the top of the global longevity spectrum?

As you age do you fear health care resources, mental health resources, a lack of social services, a lack of social networks, or a lack of money?

The economic opportunities mining presents are enormous, however, the Trump Administration has thrown a wrench into the development of North American critical minerals. "The demand for critical minerals in the United States is not going to change" says Michael Goehring of the Mining Association of British Columbia, "the US has two choices of supply China and Canada. The US needs our critical minerals."

BC currently has 17 c...

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Earth Day, an international recognition that we need to protect our home. This precious blue marble in space, uniquely positioned to sustain life as we know it.

Easy access to energy has powered dramatic changes and advances in our quality of life and it has also had an impact on the environment.

For much of the past 20 years in Canada, the environment and sustainable energy has been at the forefront of every election in the ...

British Columbia's economy is at a turning point. As we face a period of modest growth transforming into a potential economic storm, it's crucial to stay informed. Join Stuart McNish as he hosts another live conversation featuring top economic experts to discuss the challenges ahead.

Don't miss this insightful discussion on the key issues impacting BC's economy, from the projected $11 billion budget deficit to the cancellation o...

If American produced food is removed from grocery stores in British Columbia, get ready to go without. More than 60 per cent of the products on the shelves are from south of the 49th parallel. 

If you want a balanced diet of vegetables, grains, fruits and protein then you can not source all of your meals from BC or Canada. The way we grow and trade food back and forth is based on who can grow it, in quantity, with certainty...

Last year at this time the headlines were filled with Real Estate Crisis stories. The Province and the Feds were making announcements upon announcements. Bill 44 was introduced with the idea that it would force municipal governments to increase density.

It is legislation that was supposed to increase certainty of supply, stabilize prices and boost construction. But did it work?

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