https://www.spreaker.com/show/rising-economyenEntrepreneurshipCopyright CHEK Podcastshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d96aebd9d806cf2f74cc93539858af9b.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/rising-economySun, 14 Jun 2026 09:39:24 +0000CHEK PodcastsCHEK Podcastsott@cheknews.caThe Rising Economy series features leading thinkers and change-makers sharing bold insights about the key issues of our time across British Columbia: economic evolution, energy transition, a climate-resilient economy, housing solutions, healthcare and...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strategies-to-attract-retain-family-doctors--60542404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60542404Fri, 28 Jun 2024 19:50:25 +0000CHEK PodcastsFamily doctors are at the heart of Greater Victoria's healthcare system. However, in recent years, the doctor shortage has left many people without access to family doctors. In this episode of Rising Economy, we talk with Niki Bouchard,...1893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/designing-victoria-the-festival-the-future--59667253https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59667253Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:05:00 +0000CHEK PodcastsJoin us for a fascinating talk with Carla Sorrell, Director of Design Victoria, a 4-day festival (May 9-12, 2024) celebrating Victoria's design community. Carla offers festival highlights plus insights into how design — from architecture to graphic,...1741bc,canada,carla,culture,design,director,fashion,festival,sorrell,victoriafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/measuring-what-matters-is-it-time-to-embrace-a-well-being-economy--58066163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58066163Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:41:33 +0000CHEK PodcastsSince World War II, governments have largely relied on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to assess economic progress. Now, support is growing globally for a well-being approach to the economy where quality of life, greater equality and environmental...2107assess,domestic,economic,(gdp),governments,gross,have,ii,is,largely,now,on,product,progress.,relied,since,support,to,war,worldfalse119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-together-making-collaboration-work-for-southern-vancouver-island--57934139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57934139Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:15:11 +0000CHEK PodcastsWith 13 municipalities on Southern Vancouver Island, inter-governmental collaboration is often seen as … well … complicated. But the desire to collaborate across municipal boundaries was alive and well at Local Leadership Day 2023, hosted by South...2519false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vital-signs-taking-the-pulse-of-our-region--57297843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57297843Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:40:48 +0000CHEK PodcastsThis episode of Rising Economy features an-depth interview with Jonathon Dyck of the Victoria Foundation exploring how Greater Victoria residents scored our region on key issues like health, housing quality of life and the economy in the latest...3024an-depth,dyck,economy,episode,exploring,features,foundation,greater,how,interview,jonathon,of,our,residents,rising,scored,the,this,victoria,withfalse117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-we-close-the-island-s-food-supply-gap-and-why-it-matters-more-than-ever--56963720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56963720Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:00:02 +0000CHEK PodcastsWith more than 80% of our food coming from off-Island, only 20 to 30% of our farmable land in production, and only three days of fresh food available at any given time, Vancouver Island has a major food supply gap. In this Rising Economy podcast, we...312080%,bay,consulting;,darren,dr,food,greenchain,hyde,land,mill,off-island,only,patricia reichert.,processing;,production,specialist,stott,systems,three,tomfalse116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/retail-in-revolution--56875113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56875113Wed, 20 Sep 2023 22:26:18 +0000CHEK PodcastsIn this episode of the Rising Economy podcast, we talk with Darlene Hollstein, General Manager of The Bay Centre in downtown Victoria, B.C., about the challenges and opportunities facing retailers amidst urban changes, demographic shifts, a hiring...27765,bay,centre,darlene,economy,general,hollstein,host,kerry,manager.,podcast,rising,slavens rising,thefalse115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-the-arts-culture-sector-is-vital-to-a-thriving-economy--56728997In Episode 5 of the Rising Economy podcast, we talk with Franz Lehrbass of the Royal McPherson Theatres Society and Dallas Gislason of South Island Prosperity Partnership about why we need to nurture the arts and culture sector for our region’s economic and social vitality.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56728997Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:59:01 +0000CHEK PodcastsGreater Victoria’s arts & culture sector is more than just “nice to have” — it actually contributes $800 million annually toward our GDP and employs over 10,000 people across the Capital Region. In Episode 5 of the Rising Economy podcast, we talk...In Episode 5 of the Rising Economy podcast, we talk with Franz Lehrbass of the Royal McPherson Theatres Society and Dallas Gislason of South Island Prosperity Partnership about why we need to nurture the arts and culture sector for our region’s economic and social vitality.]]>2712arts,bc,canada,culture,dallas,economics,economy,franz,gislason,island,lehrbass,mcpherson,partnership,prosperity,royal,sipp,south,theatres,vancouver,victoriafalse114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-the-pay-gap-for-women-persists-and-why-it-s-not-good-for-any-of-us--56466821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56466821Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:00:02 +0000CHEK PodcastsCanadian women working full-time earn 16.1% less than their male counterparts. This stubborn gender equity gap affects us all — with major economic and social impacts. We chat with Jill Climie and Sophie Warwick of The Thoughtful Co about why the gap...2388chek,co,compensation,employees,employers,equality,fair,force,gender,partnership,pay,paygap,prosperity,sipp,thoughtful,vancouver,victoria,women,work,workplacefalse113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-facts-and-fiction-of-15-minute-cities--56339714

How can 15-minute cities address accessibility?

How will it impact the region's economy?

What are common conspiracy theories around 15-minute cities?

Hosted by Dallas Gislason and Ben Wagg (SIPP), our panelists included:

• Carrie Smart | Architect, Cascadia Architects
• Ray Straatsma | Principal Consultant, RStreets Urban Strategies
• Cameron Scott | Manager of Community Planning, District of Saanich

]]>3a0d0205-7b34-450a-9664-7659a5941fddFri, 16 Jun 2023 05:01:40 +0000CHEK PodcastsThe urban planning concept of 15-minute cities emerged to promote convenience, sustainability and community. This city design focuses on daily necessities such as work, shopping, education, healthcare and leisure being accessible within 15 minutes...

How can 15-minute cities address accessibility?

How will it impact the region's economy?

What are common conspiracy theories around 15-minute cities?

Hosted by Dallas Gislason and Ben Wagg (SIPP), our panelists included:

• Carrie Smart | Architect, Cascadia Architects
• Ray Straatsma | Principal Consultant, RStreets Urban Strategies
• Cameron Scott | Manager of Community Planning, District of Saanich

]]>3438false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-the-childcare-sector-needs-to-be-an-economic-priority-and-why-we-should-all-care--56339720

Meagan Brame | Director | Saxe Point Daycare

Wendy Lowe | Executive Director | James Bay Child Care Society

Eric Swanson | Principal | Third Space Planning

Listen: https://linktr.ee/southislandprosperity]]>a5f6eaef-845f-4772-af68-16be9b660ccfThu, 18 May 2023 19:44:40 +0000CHEK PodcastsEarly childhood education is one of the best tools policymakers have at their disposal if they want to make a more equitable yet growing economy, according to a 2017 Conference Board of Canada report which noted, “For every dollar spent on early...

Meagan Brame | Director | Saxe Point Daycare

Wendy Lowe | Executive Director | James Bay Child Care Society

Eric Swanson | Principal | Third Space Planning

Listen: https://linktr.ee/southislandprosperity]]>2565false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/untangling-the-housing-crisis-from-scarcity-to-solutions--56339721Community Social Planning Council of Greater Victoria- Julian West, Founder, UrbanThrive- Kathy Whitcher, Executive Director, Urban Development Institute Capital Region.This new podcast series is a feature of SIPP’s Rising Economy branch, which hosts our annual, award-winning Rising Economy Conference.]]>c960f0a9-c67e-42ac-83e4-8f2713adcb10Fri, 12 May 2023 18:49:17 +0000CHEK PodcastsWe explore the perfect storm that led to today’s housing crisis in Greater Victoria — from supply chain issues to inflation, high land prices, bureaucracy and backpedalling — and we talk to panellists with bold ideas for solving the crisis.Panellists...Community Social Planning Council of Greater Victoria- Julian West, Founder, UrbanThrive- Kathy Whitcher, Executive Director, Urban Development Institute Capital Region.This new podcast series is a feature of SIPP’s Rising Economy branch, which hosts our annual, award-winning Rising Economy Conference.]]>3873false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-flight-reimagining-sustainable-air-travel-post-covid--56339726fd670f2e-8d96-4ad4-a060-015abbb0cd60Fri, 30 Dec 2022 08:00:36 +0000CHEK PodcastsOriginal air date: Nov 27, 2020Rising Economy is brought to you by presenting sponsors RBC and Western Diversification Canada. This session is co-presented by the South Island Prosperity Partnership and Pacific NorthWest Economic Region. Airlines and...5471false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-we-heal-our-healthcare-system--56339719

Corrie Barclay, (Panelist), PwC Canada, Partner and Lead, BC Public Sector Practice, PwC

Myles Druckman, (Panelist), International SOS, Vice President, Global Medical Services

Dr. David M. Harrison, (Panelist), Physician Lead, Victoria Primary Care Network, Family Doctor

Bruce Williams, (Moderator), Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, CEO

]]>fddc8739-3e01-48d7-95e5-6341f08fae9bWed, 30 Nov 2022 23:38:37 +0000CHEK PodcastsCanada's healthcare system is facing massive pressure. A perfect storm of challenges has resulted in a lack of family doctors, ER closures and critical bottlenecks throughout the entire system. The crisis is not only impacting our health. It's also...

Corrie Barclay, (Panelist), PwC Canada, Partner and Lead, BC Public Sector Practice, PwC

Myles Druckman, (Panelist), International SOS, Vice President, Global Medical Services

Dr. David M. Harrison, (Panelist), Physician Lead, Victoria Primary Care Network, Family Doctor

Bruce Williams, (Moderator), Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, CEO

]]>3398false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lockdown-generation-how-do-youth-rebound-from-crisis-and-thrive--56339715

Robert Barnard, (Panelist), YouthfulCities, Co-Founder

Dallas Gislason, (Moderator), South Island Prosperity Partnership, Director of Economic Development

Ashwini Selvakumaran, (Panelist), Re-Generation, Co-Director, Policy & Advocacy Team

Isabella Kennedy, (Panelist), The Martlet, Editor-in-Chief

]]>cf32680c-a665-4f91-9ce5-9dac613ba36eWed, 30 Nov 2022 23:30:47 +0000CHEK PodcastsThe pandemic heavily impacted all of us, including GenZ-ers just starting out their adult lives and careers. From the mental health strain of lockdowns to school closures and work layoffs, COVID-19 disrupted the prospects of a generation. Our panel...

Robert Barnard, (Panelist), YouthfulCities, Co-Founder

Dallas Gislason, (Moderator), South Island Prosperity Partnership, Director of Economic Development

Ashwini Selvakumaran, (Panelist), Re-Generation, Co-Director, Policy & Advocacy Team

Isabella Kennedy, (Panelist), The Martlet, Editor-in-Chief

]]>3494false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vital-conversation-how-can-we-afford-to-live-here--56339723

Kelly Greenwell, (Panelist), Quadra Village Community Centre, Executive Director

Diana Gibson, (Panelist), Community Social Planning Council of Greater Victoria, Executive Director

Sylvia Ceacero, (Panelist), Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness, Executive Director

Kara Udell, (Panelist), Capital Region Food Share Network, Executive Director

Jimmy Thomson, (Moderator), Capital Daily, Editor-in-Chief

]]>3d97cd6e-ef09-44b7-8141-5438825e2c3fWed, 30 Nov 2022 23:21:22 +0000CHEK PodcastsThe cost of living continues to rise on southern Vancouver Island, leaving many people to wonder how can we afford to live here? The cost of home ownership has risen exponentially. Food prices continue to climb. The cost of childcare has many parents...

Kelly Greenwell, (Panelist), Quadra Village Community Centre, Executive Director

Diana Gibson, (Panelist), Community Social Planning Council of Greater Victoria, Executive Director

Sylvia Ceacero, (Panelist), Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness, Executive Director

Kara Udell, (Panelist), Capital Region Food Share Network, Executive Director

Jimmy Thomson, (Moderator), Capital Daily, Editor-in-Chief

]]>3494false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pacific-swell-the-rise-of-b-c-s-blue-economy--56339716

Kendra MacDonald, (Panelist), Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, CEO

Scott Beatty, (Panelist), MarineLabs, CEO

Jessica Stigant, (Panelist), Ocean Networks Canada, Associate Director of Government Relations and Partnerships

Emilie de Rosenroll, (Panelist), South Island Prosperity Partnership & COAST, Founding CEO

Don Grant, (Moderator), Ocean Startup Project, Executive Director

]]>aa3cfdae-d105-4814-ad69-f4486900b57aWed, 30 Nov 2022 23:18:10 +0000CHEK PodcastsCanada is a nation flanked by 3 oceans and nearly 250,000 km. of coastline, more than any country in the world. Its potential in the ocean economy — or blue economy — is enormous. As efforts intensify to establish and grow Canada's Pacific hub for the...

Kendra MacDonald, (Panelist), Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, CEO

Scott Beatty, (Panelist), MarineLabs, CEO

Jessica Stigant, (Panelist), Ocean Networks Canada, Associate Director of Government Relations and Partnerships

Emilie de Rosenroll, (Panelist), South Island Prosperity Partnership & COAST, Founding CEO

Don Grant, (Moderator), Ocean Startup Project, Executive Director

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Ron Rice, (Panelist), Victoria Native Friendship Centre, Executive Director

Dr. Susanne Thiessen, (Panelist), University of Victoria, Assistant Professor in Indigenous Community Development in the School of Public Administration

Lou-ann Neel, (Panelist), Kwagiulth and Mamalilikulla tribes of the Kwakwaka’wakw people, Kwagiulth Artist & Arts Advocate

Joni Olsen, (Panelist), W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council, Salish Fusion Knitwear

Christina Clarke, (Moderator), Indigenous Prosperity Centre, Executive Director

]]>490f9b6c-ca3c-4f8b-a75d-c97a914e30cbWed, 30 Nov 2022 23:04:23 +0000CHEK PodcastsFrom time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have been creating and developing original designs, songs, artworks and products, such as the Cowichan/Salish sweater, within the context of their cultures, societies, economies and traditions. Unfortunately,...

Ron Rice, (Panelist), Victoria Native Friendship Centre, Executive Director

Dr. Susanne Thiessen, (Panelist), University of Victoria, Assistant Professor in Indigenous Community Development in the School of Public Administration

Lou-ann Neel, (Panelist), Kwagiulth and Mamalilikulla tribes of the Kwakwaka’wakw people, Kwagiulth Artist & Arts Advocate

Joni Olsen, (Panelist), W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council, Salish Fusion Knitwear

Christina Clarke, (Moderator), Indigenous Prosperity Centre, Executive Director

]]>3525false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-verdict-can-impact-investment-humanize-capitalism--56339717- Danica Straith (Moderator) Royal Roads University, Director, Community Learning Partnerships- Basma Majerbi (Panelist) University of Victoria, Associate Professor- Jill Earthy (Panelist) InBC, CEO- Kristi Rivait (Panelist) Scale Collaborative, Co-Founder- Michael Meehan (Panelist) UK Sustainable Investment & Finance Association, Chairman]]>5db5e024-2000-4e84-92de-52be37a8cbb3Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:31:27 +0000CHEK PodcastsThere has been massive growth in ESG and impact investing as conscious investors seek ways to create benefits for society and the planet alongside financial returns. Our panel tackles the big questions: How impactful is this form of investing and does...- Danica Straith (Moderator) Royal Roads University, Director, Community Learning Partnerships- Basma Majerbi (Panelist) University of Victoria, Associate Professor- Jill Earthy (Panelist) InBC, CEO- Kristi Rivait (Panelist) Scale Collaborative, Co-Founder- Michael Meehan (Panelist) UK Sustainable Investment & Finance Association, Chairman]]>3500false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/powering-the-future-from-hydrogen-to-wave-power--563397242626732d-5346-4863-9027-32128f665d5cMon, 28 Nov 2022 17:09:04 +0000CHEK PodcastsAs the search intensifies for clean alternatives to fossil fuels — from wind power to green hydrogen — our expert panel takes a deep look at what is both possible and practical — and how we speed up innovation to meet critical net-zero...3460false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-higher-education-preparing-us-for-an-uncertain-future--56339722- Philip Steenkamp (Panelist), Royal Roads University, President & Vice-Chancellor- Kevin Hall (Panelist), University of Victoria, President and Vice-Chancellor- Lane Trotter (Panelist), Camosun College, President- Nathan Nankivell (Moderator), Research Universities' Council of BC, Executive Lead, Digital Research Infrastructure]]>a9016801-6bf7-424d-b55b-2fef7ad69f0dFri, 25 Nov 2022 18:24:44 +0000CHEK PodcastsIn a time of sweeping societal and economic changes, accentuated by the pandemic, we host a thought-provoking discussion with the presidents of Greater Victoria's three post-secondary institutions about how colleges and universities are evolving to...- Philip Steenkamp (Panelist), Royal Roads University, President & Vice-Chancellor- Kevin Hall (Panelist), University of Victoria, President and Vice-Chancellor- Lane Trotter (Panelist), Camosun College, President- Nathan Nankivell (Moderator), Research Universities' Council of BC, Executive Lead, Digital Research Infrastructure]]>3624false11full