Author Archives: bmiljure

Sports Comment: Aaron Rodgers steps into the spotlight

Posted on February 7, 2011 by bmiljure

Three years after taking over for future Hall-of-Famer Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers has begun to carve his own place in history. By leading his team to victory in yesterday’s Super Bowl and capturing MVP honours … More →

Ida Chong recall campaign fails

Posted on February 3, 2011 by bmiljure

Anti–HST organizers weren’t able to recall their first target, Ida Chong. Tomorrow is the deadline to collect the signatures of 40 percent of constituents in her Oak Bay- Gordon Head riding. Continue reading →

Vancouver city council encourages temporary venues

Posted on February 3, 2011 by bmiljure

Vancouver is trying to shed its image as “No Fun City”.  Council voted today to make it easier to set up temporary indoor performance venues.  The hope is that Vancouverites will soon be attending more live shows in non-traditional spaces … More →

Sports Comments: Is this the most dominant Canucks team ever?

Posted on February 3, 2011 by bmiljure

Vancouver Canucks fans are known for their fatal pessimism. It doesn’t matter how good the team does, people always feel the need to preface their praise. Well, Chandler Grieve is not afraid to say the 2010-11 vintage of the team is about as complete as they’ve ever been (but being a local he wonders if they can keep it up through the Spring).
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For The Record: Journalistic freedoms in conflict zones

Posted on February 3, 2011 by bmiljure

Tensions in Egypt have increased significantly in the past two days and that has created dangerous working conditions for members of the foreign press. Reports indicate that many members of the international media have been detained by the military and some have even been physically attacked by pro-government activists in Cairo. In light of these developments, Evolution’s assignment editor Ben Miljure spoke with Ross Howard. In addition to teaching Journalism at Vancouver’s Langara College, Howard is also the president of Media and democracy Group. In the past, he has personally travelled to Egypt to train journalists and he offers a unique perspective on the situation unfolding there now.

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A former Canuck files wrongful dismissal lawsuit

Posted on February 2, 2011 by bmiljure

A former Vancouver Canuck  is suing a Chilliwack company for  wrongful  dismissal and damage to his reputation.  In court documents Moe Lemay is claiming he was unfairly fired from his coaching job at Goal Line Training Facility in the Fraser … More →

Evolution Comment: Alwena Shirley tackles group dynamics

Posted on February 2, 2011 by bmiljure

We’ve all been in situations where we felt we were doing more than our share while others got off easy. Well, Evolution News anchor Alwena Shirley has had enough. Listen: Evolution Comment February 2, 2011 (runs: 1:08)

Provincial Funding Announced for After School Sports

Posted on February 2, 2011 by bmiljure

  The province wants school kids to get more involved in after school sports. The Minister of Community, Sports and Cultural Development Stephanie Cadieux was in Surrey today to announce 80 thousand dollars in funding for after school programs. The … More →

Major News to Noon with Ben Miljure

Posted on February 2, 2011 by bmiljure

The Liberal leadership candidates are debating in Kamloops tonight, shots were fired in a Langley home this morning, and tensions in Egypt have boiled over into violence as pro and anti-government groups clash in Cairo’s central square. Evolution News anchor Ben Miljure has these stories and more in today’s major news at noon. Also, reporter Jessica Rivers goes live from Surrey with an announcement by BC’s Minister of Sport and Culture. Continue reading →

Shots Fired in Langley

Posted on February 2, 2011 by bmiljure

One man is in custody and his son is in the care of the Ministry of Child and Family Services after shots were fired at a Langley home this morning. The gun shots occurred while investigators from the Surrey Property … More →