The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux http://www.tnc.news en Every week, Isaac Lamoureux will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/5a46601c-3910-11ed-8988-a72700e4338e/image/c94aa693f98f8f016c1fa9091cf9bd47.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux http://www.tnc.news no episodic Every week, Isaac Lamoureux will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday. Rachel Emmanuel Every week, Isaac Lamoureux will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday. Every week, Isaac Lamoureux will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday.

]]> True North info@truenorthcanada.com UCP aims to beat Nenshi this Monday In this special edition of The Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux sits down for a one-on-one interview with UCP candidate Darby Crouch. She says the Conservatives are stronger than ever in Edmonton-Strathcona. Crouch opens up about her political roots, the mentorship of Premier Danielle Smith, and why she thinks Nenshi’s Calgary record and past comments about Edmonton could cost him the Alberta NDP’s safest seat. She also shares what voters are telling her at the doors, the issue that’s resonating most with locals, and why she believes the NDP is taking the riding for granted. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Jun 2025 21:40:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel In this special edition of The Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux sits down for a one-on-one interview with UCP candidate Darby Crouch. She says the Conservatives are stronger than ever in Edmonton-Strathcona. Crouch opens up about her political roots, the mentorship of Premier Danielle Smith, and why she thinks Nenshi’s Calgary record and past comments about Edmonton could cost him the Alberta NDP’s safest seat. She also shares what voters are telling her at the doors, the issue that’s resonating most with locals, and why she believes the NDP is taking the riding for granted. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this special edition of The Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux sits down for a one-on-one interview with UCP candidate Darby Crouch. She says the Conservatives are stronger than ever in Edmonton-Strathcona.

Crouch opens up about her political roots, the mentorship of Premier Danielle Smith, and why she thinks Nenshi’s Calgary record and past comments about Edmonton could cost him the Alberta NDP’s safest seat.

She also shares what voters are telling her at the doors, the issue that’s resonating most with locals, and why she believes the NDP is taking the riding for granted.

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 897 no The Alberta Roundup | Smith warns separatism surging as pipeline fight escalates Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says separatist sentiment is higher than ever, warning Ottawa that failure to act on Alberta’s energy demands could fuel a growing independence movement. Meanwhile, Smith posts the biggest approval rating gain of any premier in Canada. Alberta came in second place in the Canadian Taxpayers Federation’s annual report card, as most provinces earned a failing grade. All that and more on this week’s Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:30:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says separatist sentiment is higher than ever, warning Ottawa that failure to act on Alberta’s energy demands could fuel a growing independence movement. Meanwhile, Smith posts the biggest approval rating gain of any premier in Canada. Alberta came in second place in the Canadian Taxpayers Federation’s annual report card, as most provinces earned a failing grade. All that and more on this week’s Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says separatist sentiment is higher than ever, warning Ottawa that failure to act on Alberta’s energy demands could fuel a growing independence movement.

Meanwhile, Smith posts the biggest approval rating gain of any premier in Canada.

Alberta came in second place in the Canadian Taxpayers Federation’s annual report card, as most provinces earned a failing grade.

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]]> 694 no The Alberta Roundup | UCP slams NDP over defending porn in schools The Alberta UCP is blasting the provincial NDP for defending pornographic material in K–12 schools, as the province moves to ban it. Meanwhile, a new report shows Alberta is producing more oil with fewer emissions, and the province has partnered with Ontario to break down internal trade barriers. The Edmonton Oilers are looking to end Canada’s three-decade Stanley Cup drought, which polls suggest could unite the country. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Jun 2025 20:44:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel The Alberta UCP is blasting the provincial NDP for defending pornographic material in K–12 schools, as the province moves to ban it. Meanwhile, a new report shows Alberta is producing more oil with fewer emissions, and the province has partnered with Ontario to break down internal trade barriers. The Edmonton Oilers are looking to end Canada’s three-decade Stanley Cup drought, which polls suggest could unite the country. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Alberta UCP is blasting the provincial NDP for defending pornographic material in K–12 schools, as the province moves to ban it.

Meanwhile, a new report shows Alberta is producing more oil with fewer emissions, and the province has partnered with Ontario to break down internal trade barriers.

The Edmonton Oilers are looking to end Canada’s three-decade Stanley Cup drought, which polls suggest could unite the country.

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 801 Nenshi seeks a seat while Smith dominates polls Three Alberta byelections are set for June 23, with Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi set to run in Rachel Notley’s former seat of Edmonton-Strathcona. Meanwhile, the Alberta Prosperity Project has officially filed its petition for a referendum on separation — and wants Elections Alberta to block what it calls “mischief” counter-questions. The province is also cracking down on pornographic content in school libraries and hitting commercial truck driving schools with fines and licence suspensions for major safety violations. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Jun 2025 16:43:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Three Alberta byelections are set for June 23, with Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi set to run in Rachel Notley’s former seat of Edmonton-Strathcona. Meanwhile, the Alberta Prosperity Project has officially filed its petition for a referendum on separation — and wants Elections Alberta to block what it calls “mischief” counter-questions. The province is also cracking down on pornographic content in school libraries and hitting commercial truck driving schools with fines and licence suspensions for major safety violations. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Three Alberta byelections are set for June 23, with Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi set to run in Rachel Notley’s former seat of Edmonton-Strathcona.

Meanwhile, the Alberta Prosperity Project has officially filed its petition for a referendum on separation — and wants Elections Alberta to block what it calls “mischief” counter-questions.

The province is also cracking down on pornographic content in school libraries and hitting commercial truck driving schools with fines and licence suspensions for major safety violations.

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 758 no Edmonton’s controversial bike lane expansion hits some democratic speed bumps Residents from several Edmonton neighbourhoods are formally requesting the Alberta government intervene to halt a bike lane expansion, calling it undemocratic, unsafe, and fiscally irresponsible. Meanwhile, a new anti-separatist group has filed a referendum application to ask Albertans if they want to remain in Canada, as citizen-initiated referendum activity continues to grow across the province. Alberta’s government is also fast-tracking 11 school projects to keep pace with immigration-fuelled growth, and has launched the New North America Initiative — the only dedicated Canada-U.S. policy hub on the continent. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 May 2025 21:04:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Residents from several Edmonton neighbourhoods are formally requesting the Alberta government intervene to halt a bike lane expansion, calling it undemocratic, unsafe, and fiscally irresponsible. Meanwhile, a new anti-separatist group has filed a referendum application to ask Albertans if they want to remain in Canada, as citizen-initiated referendum activity continues to grow across the province. Alberta’s government is also fast-tracking 11 school projects to keep pace with immigration-fuelled growth, and has launched the New North America Initiative — the only dedicated Canada-U.S. policy hub on the continent. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Residents from several Edmonton neighbourhoods are formally requesting the Alberta government intervene to halt a bike lane expansion, calling it undemocratic, unsafe, and fiscally irresponsible.

Meanwhile, a new anti-separatist group has filed a referendum application to ask Albertans if they want to remain in Canada, as citizen-initiated referendum activity continues to grow across the province.

Alberta’s government is also fast-tracking 11 school projects to keep pace with immigration-fuelled growth, and has launched the New North America Initiative — the only dedicated Canada-U.S. policy hub on the continent.

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 869 no Smith slams Carney’s cabinet, warns of renewed anti-oil agenda Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is warning that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly unveiled cabinet signals a continuation of Ottawa’s anti-resource agenda. She also called on new Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to reject misleading claims made by her predecessor, Steven Guilbeault, about pipeline capacity and oil demand. She said Guilbeault’s recent remarks were “misleading and destructive.”  The Alberta Prosperity Project, an Alberta pro-independence group, revealed the official wording of its proposed separation referendum: “Do you agree that the province of Alberta shall become a Sovereign Country and cease to be a province of Canada?” All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 May 2025 20:52:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is warning that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly unveiled cabinet signals a continuation of Ottawa’s anti-resource agenda. She also called on new Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to reject misleading claims made by her predecessor, Steven Guilbeault, about pipeline capacity and oil demand. She said Guilbeault’s recent remarks were “misleading and destructive.”  The Alberta Prosperity Project, an Alberta pro-independence group, revealed the official wording of its proposed separation referendum: “Do you agree that the province of Alberta shall become a Sovereign Country and cease to be a province of Canada?” All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is warning that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly unveiled cabinet signals a continuation of Ottawa’s anti-resource agenda.

She also called on new Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin to reject misleading claims made by her predecessor, Steven Guilbeault, about pipeline capacity and oil demand. She said Guilbeault’s recent remarks were “misleading and destructive.” 

The Alberta Prosperity Project, an Alberta pro-independence group, revealed the official wording of its proposed separation referendum:

“Do you agree that the province of Alberta shall become a Sovereign Country and cease to be a province of Canada?”

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 963 no First Nations can’t veto Alberta separation vote Legal experts say First Nations leaders cannot legally block a citizen-led Alberta separation vote — even if treaties are involved. Premier Danielle Smith responded to the backlash this week, reaffirming that no referendum can infringe on constitutional or treaty rights — but also emphasizing that if 177,000 Albertans sign a petition, the province must respect the result. Smith also told Ontario Premier Doug Ford to butt out of Alberta’s business after he criticized Western separatism, saying she doesn’t tell him how to run his province and expects the same respect in return. An exclusive True North investigation also profiles the key players leading Alberta’s growing sovereignty movement, from the Alberta Prosperity Project to Take Back Alberta and several newly energized political parties. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 May 2025 14:55:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Legal experts say First Nations leaders cannot legally block a citizen-led Alberta separation vote — even if treaties are involved. Premier Danielle Smith responded to the backlash this week, reaffirming that no referendum can infringe on constitutional or treaty rights — but also emphasizing that if 177,000 Albertans sign a petition, the province must respect the result. Smith also told Ontario Premier Doug Ford to butt out of Alberta’s business after he criticized Western separatism, saying she doesn’t tell him how to run his province and expects the same respect in return. An exclusive True North investigation also profiles the key players leading Alberta’s growing sovereignty movement, from the Alberta Prosperity Project to Take Back Alberta and several newly energized political parties. All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Legal experts say First Nations leaders cannot legally block a citizen-led Alberta separation vote — even if treaties are involved.

Premier Danielle Smith responded to the backlash this week, reaffirming that no referendum can infringe on constitutional or treaty rights — but also emphasizing that if 177,000 Albertans sign a petition, the province must respect the result.

Smith also told Ontario Premier Doug Ford to butt out of Alberta’s business after he criticized Western separatism, saying she doesn’t tell him how to run his province and expects the same respect in return.

An exclusive True North investigation also profiles the key players leading Alberta’s growing sovereignty movement, from the Alberta Prosperity Project to Take Back Alberta and several newly energized political parties.

All that and more on this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux.

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]]> 1069 Albertans cast advance ballots in record numbers Canadians head to the polls tomorrow, and Alberta is poised to play a key role in shaping the outcome. Nearly 27 per cent of Albertans cast ballots during the advance voting period — one of the highest rates in the country. Polling projections show Alberta remaining a Conservative stronghold, with most ridings expected to go blue. Edmonton Centre remains one of the few battlegrounds in the province after embattled former Liberal cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault chose not to run again. Meanwhile, Alberta oil is seeing record exports to China as U.S. trade tensions escalate. The shift draws fresh attention to Mark Carney’s energy policies and his Chinese ties. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Apr 2025 19:03:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Canadians head to the polls tomorrow, and Alberta is poised to play a key role in shaping the outcome. Nearly 27 per cent of Albertans cast ballots during the advance voting period — one of the highest rates in the country. Polling projections show Alberta remaining a Conservative stronghold, with most ridings expected to go blue. Edmonton Centre remains one of the few battlegrounds in the province after embattled former Liberal cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault chose not to run again. Meanwhile, Alberta oil is seeing record exports to China as U.S. trade tensions escalate. The shift draws fresh attention to Mark Carney’s energy policies and his Chinese ties. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Canadians head to the polls tomorrow, and Alberta is poised to play a key role in shaping the outcome.


Nearly 27 per cent of Albertans cast ballots during the advance voting period — one of the highest rates in the country.

Polling projections show Alberta remaining a Conservative stronghold, with most ridings expected to go blue.

Edmonton Centre remains one of the few battlegrounds in the province after embattled former Liberal cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault chose not to run again.

Meanwhile, Alberta oil is seeing record exports to China as U.S. trade tensions escalate.


The shift draws fresh attention to Mark Carney’s energy policies and his Chinese ties.

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]]> 555 no Smith criticizes Carney’s conflicting pipeline stance Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out Liberal Leader Mark Carney for giving contradictory answers on pipeline development, accusing him of flip-flopping and pandering to different audiences. Alberta Energy Minister Brian Jean is warning that Carney may be new, but the cast of MPs behind him hasn’t changed. Jean accuses them of pushing the same anti-energy policies, including an emissions cap that Jean says would devastate the province’s and country’s economy. And despite receiving less federal housing support than B.C. and Ontario, Alberta is leading the country in new housing starts so far in 2025, with both Calgary and Edmonton seeing strong growth. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Apr 2025 19:03:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out Liberal Leader Mark Carney for giving contradictory answers on pipeline development, accusing him of flip-flopping and pandering to different audiences. Alberta Energy Minister Brian Jean is warning that Carney may be new, but the cast of MPs behind him hasn’t changed. Jean accuses them of pushing the same anti-energy policies, including an emissions cap that Jean says would devastate the province’s and country’s economy. And despite receiving less federal housing support than B.C. and Ontario, Alberta is leading the country in new housing starts so far in 2025, with both Calgary and Edmonton seeing strong growth. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out Liberal Leader Mark Carney for giving contradictory answers on pipeline development, accusing him of flip-flopping and pandering to different audiences.


Alberta Energy Minister Brian Jean is warning that Carney may be new, but the cast of MPs behind him hasn’t changed. Jean accuses them of pushing the same anti-energy policies, including an emissions cap that Jean says would devastate the province’s and country’s economy.


And despite receiving less federal housing support than B.C. and Ontario, Alberta is leading the country in new housing starts so far in 2025, with both Calgary and Edmonton seeing strong growth.


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]]> 599 no Poilievre hosts record-breaking rally in Edmonton True North was on the ground for what Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called the biggest political rally in Canadian history. At least 15,000 people packed into an Edmonton warehouse to hear him speak, where he also received an endorsement from former prime minister Stephen Harper. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith flew to Quebec to solidify an autonomy alliance between the two provinces, as both pledge to push back against federal overreach. The Alberta government announced new legislation that could pave the way for a provincial police force as an alternative to the RCMP. And a new poll shows that support for separation would rise in every province if Liberal Leader Mark Carney wins the next federal election on Apr. 28. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Apr 2025 19:03:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel True North was on the ground for what Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called the biggest political rally in Canadian history. True North was on the ground for what Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called the biggest political rally in Canadian history. At least 15,000 people packed into an Edmonton warehouse to hear him speak, where he also received an endorsement from former prime minister Stephen Harper. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith flew to Quebec to solidify an autonomy alliance between the two provinces, as both pledge to push back against federal overreach. The Alberta government announced new legislation that could pave the way for a provincial police force as an alternative to the RCMP. And a new poll shows that support for separation would rise in every province if Liberal Leader Mark Carney wins the next federal election on Apr. 28. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices True North was on the ground for what Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called the biggest political rally in Canadian history.


At least 15,000 people packed into an Edmonton warehouse to hear him speak, where he also received an endorsement from former prime minister Stephen Harper.


Alberta Premier Danielle Smith flew to Quebec to solidify an autonomy alliance between the two provinces, as both pledge to push back against federal overreach.


The Alberta government announced new legislation that could pave the way for a provincial police force as an alternative to the RCMP.


And a new poll shows that support for separation would rise in every province if Liberal Leader Mark Carney wins the next federal election on Apr. 28.


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]]> 605 no Smith and Quebec team up to fight feds Alberta Premier Danielle Smith invited Quebec to join forces in a new autonomy alliance to push back against federal overreach. After meeting with Smith, Ben Shapiro backed Alberta and called out Trump’s tariffs, warning they’ll hurt both the U.S. and Canada. Smith also took aim at Mark Carney again, highlighting him flip-flopping on Bill C-69 and ignoring the Energy Sector’s demands to scrap the “No More Pipelines” Act. The United States carved out most Canadian goods from its tariff list — a win Smith celebrated after months of negotiations, although uncertainty remains about future tariffs. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith invited Quebec to join forces in a new autonomy alliance to push back against federal overreach. After meeting with Smith, Ben Shapiro backed Alberta and called out Trump’s tariffs, warning they’ll hurt both the U.S. and Canada. Smith also took aim at Mark Carney again, highlighting him flip-flopping on Bill C-69 and ignoring the Energy Sector’s demands to scrap the “No More Pipelines” Act. The United States carved out most Canadian goods from its tariff list — a win Smith celebrated after months of negotiations, although uncertainty remains about future tariffs. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith invited Quebec to join forces in a new autonomy alliance to push back against federal overreach.


After meeting with Smith, Ben Shapiro backed Alberta and called out Trump’s tariffs, warning they’ll hurt both the U.S. and Canada.


Smith also took aim at Mark Carney again, highlighting him flip-flopping on Bill C-69 and ignoring the Energy Sector’s demands to scrap the “No More Pipelines” Act.


The United States carved out most Canadian goods from its tariff list — a win Smith celebrated after months of negotiations, although uncertainty remains about future tariffs.


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]]> 855 no Smith fights U.S. tariffs, blasts Carney and Nenshi Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered a scathing rebuke of Mark Carney and Naheed Nenshi in the Alberta Legislature this week while defending her government’s efforts to protect Alberta from U.S. tariff threats. Smith also blasted Mark Carney for flip-flopping on his stance regarding the oil and gas emissions cap after a new report showed Alberta would bear the brunt of the economic fallout if the cap is implemented. In Calgary, Conservative candidate Amanpreet Singh Gill is under scrutiny for previously donating to the Liberals and George Chahal’s riding association. And finally, Oilers fans have coined the term “Carney Curse” after Edmonton’s recent string of bad luck following Carney’s appearance on the ice with the team. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered a scathing rebuke of Mark Carney and Naheed Nenshi in the Alberta Legislature this week while defending her government’s efforts to protect Alberta from U.S. tariff threats. Smith also blasted Mark Carney for flip-flopping on his stance regarding the oil and gas emissions cap after a new report showed Alberta would bear the brunt of the economic fallout if the cap is implemented. In Calgary, Conservative candidate Amanpreet Singh Gill is under scrutiny for previously donating to the Liberals and George Chahal’s riding association. And finally, Oilers fans have coined the term “Carney Curse” after Edmonton’s recent string of bad luck following Carney’s appearance on the ice with the team. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered a scathing rebuke of Mark Carney and Naheed Nenshi in the Alberta Legislature this week while defending her government’s efforts to protect Alberta from U.S. tariff threats.


Smith also blasted Mark Carney for flip-flopping on his stance regarding the oil and gas emissions cap after a new report showed Alberta would bear the brunt of the economic fallout if the cap is implemented.


In Calgary, Conservative candidate Amanpreet Singh Gill is under scrutiny for previously donating to the Liberals and George Chahal’s riding association.


And finally, Oilers fans have coined the term “Carney Curse” after Edmonton’s recent string of bad luck following Carney’s appearance on the ice with the team.


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]]> 1299 no Alberta BANS Feds from Oil and Gas Sites Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is escalating her fight against federal overreach, moving to ban federal enforcement officers from inspecting oil and gas sites in the province. The announcement comes as energy executives from some of Canada’s largest oil and gas companies call on federal leaders to declare a “Canadian energy crisis.” The province is also taking aim at student unions suppressing free speech, vowing not to follow the path of UBC Okanagan’s student union, which initially banned a Conservative campus club before reversing the decision. Meanwhile, Alberta has denied wrongdoing in the lawsuit filed by former Alberta Health Services CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos, saying she was fired for failing to do her job, not for investigating procurement issues. And finally, despite his poor approval ratings, Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is making moves to join Mark Carney’s Liberals, setting the stage for a costly mayoral by-election. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is escalating her fight against federal overreach, moving to ban federal enforcement officers from inspecting oil and gas sites in the province. The announcement comes as energy executives from some of Canada’s largest oil and gas companies call on federal leaders to declare a “Canadian energy crisis.” The province is also taking aim at student unions suppressing free speech, vowing not to follow the path of UBC Okanagan’s student union, which initially banned a Conservative campus club before reversing the decision. Meanwhile, Alberta has denied wrongdoing in the lawsuit filed by former Alberta Health Services CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos, saying she was fired for failing to do her job, not for investigating procurement issues. And finally, despite his poor approval ratings, Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is making moves to join Mark Carney’s Liberals, setting the stage for a costly mayoral by-election. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is escalating her fight against federal overreach, moving to ban federal enforcement officers from inspecting oil and gas sites in the province. The announcement comes as energy executives from some of Canada’s largest oil and gas companies call on federal leaders to declare a “Canadian energy crisis.”


The province is also taking aim at student unions suppressing free speech, vowing not to follow the path of UBC Okanagan’s student union, which initially banned a Conservative campus club before reversing the decision.


Meanwhile, Alberta has denied wrongdoing in the lawsuit filed by former Alberta Health Services CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos, saying she was fired for failing to do her job, not for investigating procurement issues.


And finally, despite his poor approval ratings, Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi is making moves to join Mark Carney’s Liberals, setting the stage for a costly mayoral by-election.


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]]> 1108 no Smith Defends Meeting with Ben Shapiro Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is defending her upcoming fireside chat with Daily Wire founder Ben Shapiro, calling it an opportunity to bring Alberta’s message to a key U.S. audience. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi attacked Smith over the meeting, claiming Shapiro is “far-right” and an “extremist.” Smith is also pushing back against the federal government’s costly electricity regulations, with provincial ministers warning they won’t comply and will take Ottawa to court. And in a major win for Alberta’s energy sector, Smith has proven former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wrong by securing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) deal with Japan — despite Trudeau’s past claims that there was “no business case” for such agreements. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0000 full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is defending her upcoming fireside chat with Daily Wire founder Ben Shapiro, calling it an opportunity to bring Alberta’s message to a key U.S. audience. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi attacked Smith over the meeting, claiming Shapiro is “far-right” and an “extremist.” Smith is also pushing back against the federal government’s costly electricity regulations, with provincial ministers warning they won’t comply and will take Ottawa to court. And in a major win for Alberta’s energy sector, Smith has proven former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wrong by securing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) deal with Japan — despite Trudeau’s past claims that there was “no business case” for such agreements. All that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is defending her upcoming fireside chat with Daily Wire founder Ben Shapiro, calling it an opportunity to bring Alberta’s message to a key U.S. audience. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi attacked Smith over the meeting, claiming Shapiro is “far-right” and an “extremist.”


Smith is also pushing back against the federal government’s costly electricity regulations, with provincial ministers warning they won’t comply and will take Ottawa to court.


And in a major win for Alberta’s energy sector, Smith has proven former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wrong by securing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) deal with Japan — despite Trudeau’s past claims that there was “no business case” for such agreements.


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]]> 843 no Smith Fires Back on Tariffs & Border Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is firing back at U.S. tariffs, warning President Donald Trump that they violate CUSMA, which he himself signed. Smith warned that Alberta is ready to take its oil and gas elsewhere. She’s also calling on Trump to step up border security, arguing Alberta is doing its part while the U.S. falls short. Plus, the province is moving forward with “compassionate intervention” for drug users, and introducing new involuntary treatment centres to tackle addiction. And in Jasper, displaced residents are finally starting to return home as interim housing units open up. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Mar 2025 18:46:53 -0000 full 136 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is firing back at U.S. tariffs, warning President Donald Trump that they violate CUSMA, which he himself signed. Smith warned that Alberta is ready to take its oil and gas elsewhere. She’s also calling on Trump to step up border security, arguing Alberta is doing its part while the U.S. falls short. Plus, the province is moving forward with “compassionate intervention” for drug users, and introducing new involuntary treatment centres to tackle addiction. And in Jasper, displaced residents are finally starting to return home as interim housing units open up. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is firing back at U.S. tariffs, warning President Donald Trump that they violate CUSMA, which he himself signed. Smith warned that Alberta is ready to take its oil and gas elsewhere.

She’s also calling on Trump to step up border security, arguing Alberta is doing its part while the U.S. falls short.

Plus, the province is moving forward with “compassionate intervention” for drug users, and introducing new involuntary treatment centres to tackle addiction.

And in Jasper, displaced residents are finally starting to return home as interim housing units open up.

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]]> 1193 no “Common sense legislation” forthcoming What Alberta has deemed “common sense legislation” will be introduced as part of the Spring sitting of the Alberta legislature. An Albertan minister has resigned following the controversy between Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta Health Services. A different minister is warning that the federal government may run off the tracks with their high-speed rail, similar to what happened to the Calgary Green Line LRT. Also, a billboard urging Albertans to join the United States has sparked some controversy. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Mar 2025 01:42:33 -0000 full 135 Rachel Emmanuel What Alberta has deemed “common sense legislation” will be introduced as part of the Spring sitting of the Alberta legislature. An Albertan minister has resigned following the controversy between Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta Health Services. A different minister is warning that the federal government may run off the tracks with their high-speed rail, similar to what happened to the Calgary Green Line LRT. Also, a billboard urging Albertans to join the United States has sparked some controversy. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What Alberta has deemed “common sense legislation” will be introduced as part of the Spring sitting of the Alberta legislature.


An Albertan minister has resigned following the controversy between Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta Health Services.


A different minister is warning that the federal government may run off the tracks with their high-speed rail, similar to what happened to the Calgary Green Line LRT.


Also, a billboard urging Albertans to join the United States has sparked some controversy.


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]]> 1259 no Did Danielle Smith save Canada? The threat of U.S. tariffs was put on hold for the next 30 days after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a plan to secure the border. Canada’s plan included many of Alberta Premier Smith’s recommendations, including the appointment of a fentanyl czar. Did Smith save Canada from the tariffs? Plus, the city of Edmonton has passed a bylaw prohibiting the sale of knives in convenience stores, an idea previously floated in the spring. And the Alberta government is providing additional support for residents of Jasper displaced by the wildfire. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Feb 2025 19:46:42 -0000 full 134 Rachel Emmanuel The threat of U.S. tariffs was put on hold for the next 30 days after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a plan to secure the border. Canada’s plan included many of Alberta Premier Smith’s recommendations, including the appointment of a fentanyl czar. Did Smith save Canada from the tariffs? Plus, the city of Edmonton has passed a bylaw prohibiting the sale of knives in convenience stores, an idea previously floated in the spring. And the Alberta government is providing additional support for residents of Jasper displaced by the wildfire. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The threat of U.S. tariffs was put on hold for the next 30 days after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a plan to secure the border. Canada’s plan included many of Alberta Premier Smith’s recommendations, including the appointment of a fentanyl czar. Did Smith save Canada from the tariffs?


Plus, the city of Edmonton has passed a bylaw prohibiting the sale of knives in convenience stores, an idea previously floated in the spring.


And the Alberta government is providing additional support for residents of Jasper displaced by the wildfire.


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]]> 902 no Alberta COVID report draws ire of “experts” and media While the Trudeau government and most of Canada’s premiers continue to push for a tit-for-tat trade war with the U.S., Alberta Premier Smith continues to think of innovative ways to prevent U.S. tariffs. This week, she called on the federal government to appoint a Canadian border czar to work with the U.S. to secure our borders. Will the feds listen? Plus, Alberta’s COVID Response Report was released this week and among its various recommendations, it urges the provincial government stop providing vaccines for healthy children and teenagers. The same “experts” who pushed for mandatory vaccines are dismissing the report, calling it “anti-science” and “anti-evidence.” And as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre pledged to deport temporary residents carrying out violent or hate crimes in Canada, Alberta updated its antisemitism curriculum in response to the rise in anti-Jewish hatred worldwide following Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7 attack on Israeli citizens. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 01 Feb 2025 15:45:20 -0000 Alberta COVID report draws ire of “experts” and media full 133 Rachel Emmanuel While the Trudeau government and most of Canada’s premiers continue to push for a tit-for-tat trade war with the U.S., Alberta Premier Smith continues to think of innovative ways to prevent U.S. tariffs. This week, she called on the federal government to appoint a Canadian border czar to work with the U.S. to secure our borders. Will the feds listen? Plus, Alberta’s COVID Response Report was released this week and among its various recommendations, it urges the provincial government stop providing vaccines for healthy children and teenagers. The same “experts” who pushed for mandatory vaccines are dismissing the report, calling it “anti-science” and “anti-evidence.” And as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre pledged to deport temporary residents carrying out violent or hate crimes in Canada, Alberta updated its antisemitism curriculum in response to the rise in anti-Jewish hatred worldwide following Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7 attack on Israeli citizens. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the Trudeau government and most of Canada’s premiers continue to push for a tit-for-tat trade war with the U.S., Alberta Premier Smith continues to think of innovative ways to prevent U.S. tariffs. This week, she called on the federal government to appoint a Canadian border czar to work with the U.S. to secure our borders. Will the feds listen?

Plus, Alberta’s COVID Response Report was released this week and among its various recommendations, it urges the provincial government stop providing vaccines for healthy children and teenagers. The same “experts” who pushed for mandatory vaccines are dismissing the report, calling it “anti-science” and “anti-evidence.”

And as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre pledged to deport temporary residents carrying out violent or hate crimes in Canada, Alberta updated its antisemitism curriculum in response to the rise in anti-Jewish hatred worldwide following Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7 attack on Israeli citizens.

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]]> 1076 no Is the tariff dispute 100% Trudeau’s fault? Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is 100% to blame for any tariffs that will be placed on Canadian imports by President Donald Trump. Plus, the Government of Alberta says it cannot move forward with rebuilding Jasper, which was devastated by wildfires, unless the federal government, the municipality, and Parks Canada hold up their ends of the bargain. And Calgary City Council voted to maintain its pay increases despite affordability concerns and widespread opposition. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 Jan 2025 18:06:11 -0000 Is the tariff dispute 100% Trudeau’s fault? full 132 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is 100% to blame for any tariffs that will be placed on Canadian imports by President Donald Trump. Plus, the Government of Alberta says it cannot move forward with rebuilding Jasper, which was devastated by wildfires, unless the federal government, the municipality, and Parks Canada hold up their ends of the bargain. And Calgary City Council voted to maintain its pay increases despite affordability concerns and widespread opposition. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is 100% to blame for any tariffs that will be placed on Canadian imports by President Donald Trump.

Plus, the Government of Alberta says it cannot move forward with rebuilding Jasper, which was devastated by wildfires, unless the federal government, the municipality, and Parks Canada hold up their ends of the bargain.

And Calgary City Council voted to maintain its pay increases despite affordability concerns and widespread opposition.

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]]> 1095 no Carney bans independent media Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney launched his campaign this week but independent media, including True North, were not welcome at his campaign launch event as police removed independent journalists off the premises at the direction of Carney’s campaign. Plus, as the likelihood of U.S. tariffs becomes more real, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she would not allow for tariffs to be applied to her province’s energy, nor would she entertain the idea of cutting off Canada’s biggest trading partner. And the Alberta government has implemented a new GPS monitoring program aiming to fight Canada’s catch-and-release bail system that has let high-risk and repeat offenders roam free. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 18 Jan 2025 17:19:20 -0000 Carney bans independent media full 131 Rachel Emmanuel Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney launched his campaign this week but independent media, including True North, were not welcome at his campaign launch event as police removed independent journalists off the premises at the direction of Carney’s campaign. Plus, as the likelihood of U.S. tariffs becomes more real, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she would not allow for tariffs to be applied to her province’s energy, nor would she entertain the idea of cutting off Canada’s biggest trading partner. And the Alberta government has implemented a new GPS monitoring program aiming to fight Canada’s catch-and-release bail system that has let high-risk and repeat offenders roam free. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney launched his campaign this week but independent media, including True North, were not welcome at his campaign launch event as police removed independent journalists off the premises at the direction of Carney’s campaign.


Plus, as the likelihood of U.S. tariffs becomes more real, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she would not allow for tariffs to be applied to her province’s energy, nor would she entertain the idea of cutting off Canada’s biggest trading partner.


And the Alberta government has implemented a new GPS monitoring program aiming to fight Canada’s catch-and-release bail system that has let high-risk and repeat offenders roam free.


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]]> 989 no Smith goes toe to toe with Trudeau and Trump Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had some of the strongest words yet for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau following his resignation, calling the move one of “the most irresponsible and selfish acts of a government in Canadian history.” She’s also been sparring with President-elect Donald Trump amid his pending tariff and annexation threats. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi finally announced his bid for the legislature, hoping to take over Rachel Notley’s vacated safe seat. Alberta has also set a target of doubling its oil production and increasing energy exports to the United States. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Jan 2025 19:00:00 -0000 full 130 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had some of the strongest words yet for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau following his resignation, calling the move one of “the most irresponsible and selfish acts of a government in Canadian history.” She’s also been sparring with President-elect Donald Trump amid his pending tariff and annexation threats. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi finally announced his bid for the legislature, hoping to take over Rachel Notley’s vacated safe seat. Alberta has also set a target of doubling its oil production and increasing energy exports to the United States. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had some of the strongest words yet for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau following his resignation, calling the move one of “the most irresponsible and selfish acts of a government in Canadian history.”


She’s also been sparring with President-elect Donald Trump amid his pending tariff and annexation threats.


Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi finally announced his bid for the legislature, hoping to take over Rachel Notley’s vacated safe seat.


Alberta has also set a target of doubling its oil production and increasing energy exports to the United States.


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]]> 1041 no How the Alberta gov is standing up for oil and gas After years of leftist politicians and activists demonizing Canada’s energy sector, things are finally starting to look up. As the international demand for ethical energy grows and more pro-oil and gas politicians are elected, 2025 has the potential to be a prosperous year for Canada’s energy sector. But there are still lurking threats for the energy sector. The small but vocal minority of climate activists continue to be persistent and the threat of U.S. tariffs may impact the sector as well. Today on The Alberta Roundup, Alberta Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean joins the show to discuss the Alberta government’s priorities in the new year and how it will continue standing up for the province’s oil and gas sector. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 04 Jan 2025 17:42:14 -0000 How the Alberta gov is standing up for oil and gas full 129 Rachel Emmanuel After years of leftist politicians and activists demonizing Canada’s energy sector, things are finally starting to look up. As the international demand for ethical energy grows and more pro-oil and gas politicians are elected, 2025 has the potential to be a prosperous year for Canada’s energy sector. But there are still lurking threats for the energy sector. The small but vocal minority of climate activists continue to be persistent and the threat of U.S. tariffs may impact the sector as well. Today on The Alberta Roundup, Alberta Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean joins the show to discuss the Alberta government’s priorities in the new year and how it will continue standing up for the province’s oil and gas sector. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After years of leftist politicians and activists demonizing Canada’s energy sector, things are finally starting to look up. As the international demand for ethical energy grows and more pro-oil and gas politicians are elected, 2025 has the potential to be a prosperous year for Canada’s energy sector.


But there are still lurking threats for the energy sector. The small but vocal minority of climate activists continue to be persistent and the threat of U.S. tariffs may impact the sector as well.


Today on The Alberta Roundup, Alberta Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean joins the show to discuss the Alberta government’s priorities in the new year and how it will continue standing up for the province’s oil and gas sector.


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]]> 993 no Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024 On this episode of the Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux walks you through Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024. There were many stories to choose from, including the devastating Jasper wildfires which many believe could’ve been prevented and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decisive win at the United Conservative Party Annual General Meeting. What do you think was the top story in Alberta? Let us know in the comments below. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Dec 2024 14:26:58 -0000 Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024 full 128 Rachel Emmanuel On this episode of the Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux walks you through Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024. There were many stories to choose from, including the devastating Jasper wildfires which many believe could’ve been prevented and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decisive win at the United Conservative Party Annual General Meeting. What do you think was the top story in Alberta? Let us know in the comments below. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of the Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux walks you through Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024.


There were many stories to choose from, including the devastating Jasper wildfires which many believe could’ve been prevented and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decisive win at the United Conservative Party Annual General Meeting.


What do you think was the top story in Alberta? Let us know in the comments below.


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]]> 1105 Smith steps up while Trudeau government implodes Amid President-elect Trump’s threat to place a 25% tariff on all Canadian products, the Trudeau government seems to be imploding. The threat of tariffs seems to be the least of Trudeau’s concerns right now. Due to Trudeau’s absence, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has stepped up and has begun negotiating with the Americans. Plus, Isaac covers some of the biggest ways the Alberta government stuck up for the freedom of Albertans. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Dec 2024 19:33:48 -0000 Smith steps up while Trudeau government implodes full 128 Rachel Emmanuel Amid President-elect Trump’s threat to place a 25% tariff on all Canadian products, the Trudeau government seems to be imploding. The threat of tariffs seems to be the least of Trudeau’s concerns right now. Due to Trudeau’s absence, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has stepped up and has begun negotiating with the Americans. Plus, Isaac covers some of the biggest ways the Alberta government stuck up for the freedom of Albertans. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Amid President-elect Trump’s threat to place a 25% tariff on all Canadian products, the Trudeau government seems to be imploding. The threat of tariffs seems to be the least of Trudeau’s concerns right now. Due to Trudeau’s absence, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has stepped up and has begun negotiating with the Americans.


Plus, Isaac covers some of the biggest ways the Alberta government stuck up for the freedom of Albertans.


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]]> 1099 no Is Gondek the most popular mayor in Canada? Despite abysmal approval ratings and the bungling of various files, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek was awarded “Mayor of the Year” by an Ontario-based municipal magazine. Seriously. Plus, a shark has made its way to Alberta as the province is welcoming a project led by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary for a massive artificial intelligence data centre. And former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley ended her nearly years-long political career after announcing her official resignation as the MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 14 Dec 2024 14:23:58 -0000 Is Gondek the most popular mayor in Canada? full 126 Rachel Emmanuel Despite abysmal approval ratings and the bungling of various files, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek was awarded “Mayor of the Year” by an Ontario-based municipal magazine. Seriously. Plus, a shark has made its way to Alberta as the province is welcoming a project led by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary for a massive artificial intelligence data centre. And former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley ended her nearly years-long political career after announcing her official resignation as the MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Despite abysmal approval ratings and the bungling of various files, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek was awarded “Mayor of the Year” by an Ontario-based municipal magazine. Seriously.

Plus, a shark has made its way to Alberta as the province is welcoming a project led by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary for a massive artificial intelligence data centre.

And former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley ended her nearly years-long political career after announcing her official resignation as the MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona.

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]]> 1256 no Christmas deemed not inclusive enough by elementary school An Albertan elementary school in Whitecourt cancelled its winter concert before Christmas break after the principal said it wasn’t inclusive enough. Plus, a second Alberta town has voted to pass a bylaw to ensure that all public buildings, crosswalks, and flags remain “neutral” on social or political issues. And Albertans can soon look forward to the removal of photo radar sites. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Dec 2024 16:09:25 -0000 Christmas deemed not inclusive enough by elementary school full 125 Rachel Emmanuel An Albertan elementary school in Whitecourt cancelled its winter concert before Christmas break after the principal said it wasn’t inclusive enough. Plus, a second Alberta town has voted to pass a bylaw to ensure that all public buildings, crosswalks, and flags remain “neutral” on social or political issues. And Albertans can soon look forward to the removal of photo radar sites. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An Albertan elementary school in Whitecourt cancelled its winter concert before Christmas break after the principal said it wasn’t inclusive enough.

Plus, a second Alberta town has voted to pass a bylaw to ensure that all public buildings, crosswalks, and flags remain “neutral” on social or political issues.

And Albertans can soon look forward to the removal of photo radar sites.

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]]> 1196 no Alberta fights Trudeau’s oil and gas cap This week, Premier Danielle Smith announced that her government will invoke the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act to counter the Liberals’ oil and gas emissions cap. Smith previously called the oil and gas cap “a deranged vendetta” targeting Alberta. Plus, Alberta MLAs recently voted to increase their own accommodation allowance by 14%. Is this really appropriate given the cost of living crisis in the province? And due to a lack of plan by the feds in response to U.S. President-elect Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff, the provinces are taking matters into their own hands. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Nov 2024 17:58:48 -0000 Alberta fights Trudeau’s oil and gas cap full 124 Rachel Emmanuel This week, Premier Danielle Smith announced that her government will invoke the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act to counter the Liberals’ oil and gas emissions cap. Smith previously called the oil and gas cap “a deranged vendetta” targeting Alberta. Plus, Alberta MLAs recently voted to increase their own accommodation allowance by 14%. Is this really appropriate given the cost of living crisis in the province? And due to a lack of plan by the feds in response to U.S. President-elect Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff, the provinces are taking matters into their own hands. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Premier Danielle Smith announced that her government will invoke the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act to counter the Liberals’ oil and gas emissions cap. Smith previously called the oil and gas cap “a deranged vendetta” targeting Alberta.


Plus, Alberta MLAs recently voted to increase their own accommodation allowance by 14%. Is this really appropriate given the cost of living crisis in the province?


And due to a lack of plan by the feds in response to U.S. President-elect Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff, the provinces are taking matters into their own hands.


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]]> 1300 no Randy finally gets the boot — what’s next? Alberta Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault finally got booted from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet after a series of scandals involving his false Indigenous identity and past sketchy business dealings, which the Edmonton Police is investigating. Despite getting booted, Randy still gets a six figure salary as a backbench MP. Will he be held accountable for his wrongdoings? Plus, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been officially been appointed as the chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation. And Alberta is driving the country in job creation and growth. Can other provinces learn a thing or two from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith? These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Tune in now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 23 Nov 2024 19:16:51 -0000 Randy finally gets the boot — what’s next? full 123 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault finally got booted from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet after a series of scandals involving his false Indigenous identity and past sketchy business dealings, which the Edmonton Police is investigating. Despite getting booted, Randy still gets a six figure salary as a backbench MP. Will he be held accountable for his wrongdoings? Plus, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been officially been appointed as the chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation. And Alberta is driving the country in job creation and growth. Can other provinces learn a thing or two from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith? These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Tune in now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault finally got booted from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet after a series of scandals involving his false Indigenous identity and past sketchy business dealings, which the Edmonton Police is investigating. Despite getting booted, Randy still gets a six figure salary as a backbench MP. Will he be held accountable for his wrongdoings?

Plus, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been officially been appointed as the chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation.

And Alberta is driving the country in job creation and growth. Can other provinces learn a thing or two from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith?

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]]> 925 no Trudeau’s former finance minister SLAMS emissions cap The Trudeau government is pushing forward with its oil and gas emissions cap despite concerns that it will result in massive job losses and a reduction of Canada’s GDP. But it’s not just Alberta and various business groups that are sounding the alarm, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s former finance minister Bill Morneau is even speaking out against it. Will Trudeau listen to him? Plus, is former Prime Minister Stephen Harper going to be in the political spotlight again? Harper has been rumoured as the potential new chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corp. And the Alberta government may be adding citizenship status to provincial driver licenses in an effort to safeguard future elections. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Nov 2024 17:24:49 -0000 Trudeau’s former finance minister SLAMS emissions cap full 122 Rachel Emmanuel The Trudeau government is pushing forward with its oil and gas emissions cap despite concerns that it will result in massive job losses and a reduction of Canada’s GDP. But it’s not just Alberta and various business groups that are sounding the alarm, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s former finance minister Bill Morneau is even speaking out against it. Will Trudeau listen to him? Plus, is former Prime Minister Stephen Harper going to be in the political spotlight again? Harper has been rumoured as the potential new chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corp. And the Alberta government may be adding citizenship status to provincial driver licenses in an effort to safeguard future elections. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Trudeau government is pushing forward with its oil and gas emissions cap despite concerns that it will result in massive job losses and a reduction of Canada’s GDP. But it’s not just Alberta and various business groups that are sounding the alarm, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s former finance minister Bill Morneau is even speaking out against it. Will Trudeau listen to him?


Plus, is former Prime Minister Stephen Harper going to be in the political spotlight again? Harper has been rumoured as the potential new chair of the Alberta Investment Management Corp.


And the Alberta government may be adding citizenship status to provincial driver licenses in an effort to safeguard future elections.


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]]> 771 no Justin Trudeau’s “deranged vendetta” against Alberta The Trudeau government is going through with its emissions cap on the oil and gas sector despite various organizations warning the feds that any such cap would devastate the Canadian economy, reducing the GDP by trillions, and wiping out hundreds of thousands of jobs. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it’s “very obvious” that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “has a deranged vendetta against Alberta.” Plus, Smith emerged victorious at the UCP AGM last weekend after she secured 91.5% support in a leadership review. And the Edmonton Public School Board is gearing up for a fight with Alberta parents and the Smith government by opposing a series of parental rights policies. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:42:35 -0000 full 121 Rachel Emmanuel The Trudeau government is going through with its emissions cap on the oil and gas sector despite various organizations warning the feds that any such cap would devastate the Canadian economy, reducing the GDP by trillions, and wiping out hundreds of thousands of jobs. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it’s “very obvious” that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “has a deranged vendetta against Alberta.” Plus, Smith emerged victorious at the UCP AGM last weekend after she secured 91.5% support in a leadership review. And the Edmonton Public School Board is gearing up for a fight with Alberta parents and the Smith government by opposing a series of parental rights policies. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Trudeau government is going through with its emissions cap on the oil and gas sector despite various organizations warning the feds that any such cap would devastate the Canadian economy, reducing the GDP by trillions, and wiping out hundreds of thousands of jobs. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it’s “very obvious” that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “has a deranged vendetta against Alberta.”


Plus, Smith emerged victorious at the UCP AGM last weekend after she secured 91.5% support in a leadership review.


And the Edmonton Public School Board is gearing up for a fight with Alberta parents and the Smith government by opposing a series of parental rights policies.


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]]> 1375 no Smith urges Poilievre to protect additional rights of Canadians As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith prepares to amend the Alberta Bill of Rights, Smith is urging federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to promise further free speech and other rights protections at the national level. Plus, the Alberta government has launched a legal challenge against the federal government’s carbon tax exemption for heating oil. And UCP members will decide the fate of Smith’s leadership this weekend at the UCP AGM in Red Deer. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:18:00 -0000 Smith urges Poilievre to protect additional rights of Canadians full 120 Rachel Emmanuel As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith prepares to amend the Alberta Bill of Rights, Smith is urging federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to promise further free speech and other rights protections at the national level. Plus, the Alberta government has launched a legal challenge against the federal government’s carbon tax exemption for heating oil. And UCP members will decide the fate of Smith’s leadership this weekend at the UCP AGM in Red Deer. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith prepares to amend the Alberta Bill of Rights, Smith is urging federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to promise further free speech and other rights protections at the national level.


Plus, the Alberta government has launched a legal challenge against the federal government’s carbon tax exemption for heating oil.


And UCP members will decide the fate of Smith’s leadership this weekend at the UCP AGM in Red Deer.


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]]> 1256 no Will Smith listen to UCP members and stand up for parental rights? At the upcoming UCP AGM in November, there is a strong desire from UCP members for the government to double down its support for parental rights by implementing additional policies in the classroom. Will Smith listen to UCP members if these resolutions pass? Joining The Alberta Roundup today is Richard Dur, the Executive Director of Prolife Alberta and a seasoned campaigner in Alberta. Richard discusses why Smith should support for pro-life policies and if Smith will have enough support to continue her mandate as leader. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 26 Oct 2024 14:57:05 -0000 Will Smith listen to UCP members and stand up for parental rights? full 119 Rachel Emmanuel At the upcoming UCP AGM in November, there is a strong desire from UCP members for the government to double down its support for parental rights by implementing additional policies in the classroom. Will Smith listen to UCP members if these resolutions pass? Joining The Alberta Roundup today is Richard Dur, the Executive Director of Prolife Alberta and a seasoned campaigner in Alberta. Richard discusses why Smith should support for pro-life policies and if Smith will have enough support to continue her mandate as leader. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices At the upcoming UCP AGM in November, there is a strong desire from UCP members for the government to double down its support for parental rights by implementing additional policies in the classroom. Will Smith listen to UCP members if these resolutions pass?

Joining The Alberta Roundup today is Richard Dur, the Executive Director of Prolife Alberta and a seasoned campaigner in Alberta. Richard discusses why Smith should support for pro-life policies and if Smith will have enough support to continue her mandate as leader.

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]]> 1012 no UCP members could OUST Danielle Smith United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. Do you think Smith deserves to stay on as leader? Plus, the Alberta government is launching a nationwide advertising campaign to warn Canadians about the consequences of a federal cap on the oil and gas sector. And the federal pharmacare plan, which will cost taxpayers billions annually, could overlap with existing provincial offerings. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 19 Oct 2024 14:54:55 -0000 UCP members could OUST Danielle Smith full 118 Rachel Emmanuel United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. Do you think Smith deserves to stay on as leader? Plus, the Alberta government is launching a nationwide advertising campaign to warn Canadians about the consequences of a federal cap on the oil and gas sector. And the federal pharmacare plan, which will cost taxpayers billions annually, could overlap with existing provincial offerings. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. Do you think Smith deserves to stay on as leader?

Plus, the Alberta government is launching a nationwide advertising campaign to warn Canadians about the consequences of a federal cap on the oil and gas sector.

And the federal pharmacare plan, which will cost taxpayers billions annually, could overlap with existing provincial offerings.

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]]> 1514 no UCP welcomes back Jennifer Johnson The United Conservative Caucus of Alberta has officially reinstated Jennifer Johnson, following a recent controversy involving a heated exchange with a transgender activist. Johnson was initially booted from the UCP after so-called “anti-trans” comments and was lambasted by the legacy media. Plus, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Jasper wildfire was mismanaged by Parks Canada. This week, a probe into the disaster revealed Parks Canada turned away firefighters while Jasper burnt to the ground. And business owners in Alberta who faced economic losses due to pandemic closures may soon be able to proceed as a class action and sue the provincial government for damages. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 Oct 2024 14:28:35 -0000 UCP welcomes back Jennifer Johnson full 117 Rachel Emmanuel The United Conservative Caucus of Alberta has officially reinstated Jennifer Johnson, following a recent controversy involving a heated exchange with a transgender activist. Johnson was initially booted from the UCP after so-called “anti-trans” comments and was lambasted by the legacy media. Plus, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Jasper wildfire was mismanaged by Parks Canada. This week, a probe into the disaster revealed Parks Canada turned away firefighters while Jasper burnt to the ground. And business owners in Alberta who faced economic losses due to pandemic closures may soon be able to proceed as a class action and sue the provincial government for damages. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The United Conservative Caucus of Alberta has officially reinstated Jennifer Johnson, following a recent controversy involving a heated exchange with a transgender activist. Johnson was initially booted from the UCP after so-called “anti-trans” comments and was lambasted by the legacy media.

Plus, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Jasper wildfire was mismanaged by Parks Canada. This week, a probe into the disaster revealed Parks Canada turned away firefighters while Jasper burnt to the ground.

And business owners in Alberta who faced economic losses due to pandemic closures may soon be able to proceed as a class action and sue the provincial government for damages.

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]]> 1531 no An ATTACK on the free press A Calgary radio host was assaulted by two men on the streets of Calgary over his reporting on extortion and crime in the South Asian community. Rishi Nagar described the attack as one on the freedom of the press and the integrity of journalism. Is press freedom under threat in Canada? Plus, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been taking some heat for some recent comments she made on chemtrails at a recent UCP event. But is anyone other than Trudeau cabinet ministers and leftist activists upset about this story? And rapid population growth driven by immigration has Calgary considering reintroducing a municipal census in 2027 to address the immediate needs of the city after experiencing a population boom. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 05 Oct 2024 13:34:43 -0000 An ATTACK on the free press full 116 Rachel Emmanuel A Calgary radio host was assaulted by two men on the streets of Calgary over his reporting on extortion and crime in the South Asian community. Rishi Nagar described the attack as one on the freedom of the press and the integrity of journalism. Is press freedom under threat in Canada? Plus, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been taking some heat for some recent comments she made on chemtrails at a recent UCP event. But is anyone other than Trudeau cabinet ministers and leftist activists upset about this story? And rapid population growth driven by immigration has Calgary considering reintroducing a municipal census in 2027 to address the immediate needs of the city after experiencing a population boom. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A Calgary radio host was assaulted by two men on the streets of Calgary over his reporting on extortion and crime in the South Asian community. Rishi Nagar described the attack as one on the freedom of the press and the integrity of journalism. Is press freedom under threat in Canada?


Plus, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been taking some heat for some recent comments she made on chemtrails at a recent UCP event. But is anyone other than Trudeau cabinet ministers and leftist activists upset about this story?


And rapid population growth driven by immigration has Calgary considering reintroducing a municipal census in 2027 to address the immediate needs of the city after experiencing a population boom.


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]]> 1233 no Smith further protects Albertan’s rights Alberta Premier Danielle Smith offered a sneak peak into the upcoming Bill of Rights amendments to protect Albertans, which included further protecting vaccine choice, property rights and legal firearm ownership. Plus, is the Trudeau government to blame for the Jasper wildfires? Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault repeatedly evaded questions when he appeared before a committee this week and insisted the government did everything possible to prevent the wildfire in Jasper. And Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek and city council have the lowest approval rating among major cities in Canada. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Sep 2024 18:53:16 -0000 full 115 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith offered a sneak peak into the upcoming Bill of Rights amendments to protect Albertans, which included further protecting vaccine choice, property rights and legal firearm ownership. Plus, is the Trudeau government to blame for the Jasper wildfires? Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault repeatedly evaded questions when he appeared before a committee this week and insisted the government did everything possible to prevent the wildfire in Jasper. And Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek and city council have the lowest approval rating among major cities in Canada. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith offered a sneak peak into the upcoming Bill of Rights amendments to protect Albertans, which included further protecting vaccine choice, property rights and legal firearm ownership.


Plus, is the Trudeau government to blame for the Jasper wildfires? Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault repeatedly evaded questions when he appeared before a committee this week and insisted the government did everything possible to prevent the wildfire in Jasper.


And Calgary mayor Jyoti Gondek and city council have the lowest approval rating among major cities in Canada.


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]]> 1492 no Can Alberta handle Trudeau’s mass immigration policies? Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered her Fall 2024 address this week, announcing more emergency school funding to address the influx of immigrants into the province. However, she’s warning Albertans that this emergency funding may still not be enough to keep up with the Trudeau government’s mass immigration policies. Plus, is Calgary’s Green Line LRT salvageable? Due to poor planning, the project costs have somehow increased to $6.2 billion and the LRT route has been slashed in half. The original cost of the project, which was spearheaded by former Calgary mayor and now NDP leader Naheed Nenshi, was $4.65 billion. And all eyes are on Premier Smith as she decides whether or not to allow Jennifer Johnson back into the UCP caucus. Johnson has made global headlines this week, as her confrontation with a transgender individual went viral. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with your new host, Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Sep 2024 17:27:50 -0000 Can Alberta handle Trudeau’s mass immigration policies? full 114 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered her Fall 2024 address this week, announcing more emergency school funding to address the influx of immigrants into the province. However, she’s warning Albertans that this emergency funding may still not be enough to keep up with the Trudeau government’s mass immigration policies. Plus, is Calgary’s Green Line LRT salvageable? Due to poor planning, the project costs have somehow increased to $6.2 billion and the LRT route has been slashed in half. The original cost of the project, which was spearheaded by former Calgary mayor and now NDP leader Naheed Nenshi, was $4.65 billion. And all eyes are on Premier Smith as she decides whether or not to allow Jennifer Johnson back into the UCP caucus. Johnson has made global headlines this week, as her confrontation with a transgender individual went viral. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with your new host, Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered her Fall 2024 address this week, announcing more emergency school funding to address the influx of immigrants into the province. However, she’s warning Albertans that this emergency funding may still not be enough to keep up with the Trudeau government’s mass immigration policies.

Plus, is Calgary’s Green Line LRT salvageable? Due to poor planning, the project costs have somehow increased to $6.2 billion and the LRT route has been slashed in half. The original cost of the project, which was spearheaded by former Calgary mayor and now NDP leader Naheed Nenshi, was $4.65 billion.

And all eyes are on Premier Smith as she decides whether or not to allow Jennifer Johnson back into the UCP caucus. Johnson has made global headlines this week, as her confrontation with a transgender individual went viral.

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]]> 1202 no Smith takes on Quebec separatists The Bloc Québécois hopes to step in and take the NDP’s place in helping the Liberals ward off an early election, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith isn’t going to let this happen. Smith says the Liberals have no mandate to bargain with Quebec separatists at the expense of Alberta. Plus, Justice David Labrenz sentenced the remaining Coutts protesters, Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert, to prison for their roles in the Coutts border blockade. And the death of the Gaudreau brothers continues to be felt by hockey fans. This week, Johnny Gaudreau’s widow revealed she’s pregnant with their third child. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with your new host, Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 14 Sep 2024 18:14:00 -0000 Smith takes on Quebec separatists full Rachel Emmanuel Smith takes on Quebec separatists The Bloc Québécois hopes to step in and take the NDP’s place in helping the Liberals ward off an early election, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith isn’t going to let this happen. Smith says the Liberals have no mandate to bargain with Quebec separatists at the expense of Alberta. Plus, Justice David Labrenz sentenced the remaining Coutts protesters, Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert, to prison for their roles in the Coutts border blockade. And the death of the Gaudreau brothers continues to be felt by hockey fans. This week, Johnny Gaudreau’s widow revealed she’s pregnant with their third child. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with your new host, Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Bloc Québécois hopes to step in and take the NDP’s place in helping the Liberals ward off an early election, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith isn’t going to let this happen. Smith says the Liberals have no mandate to bargain with Quebec separatists at the expense of Alberta.

Plus, Justice David Labrenz sentenced the remaining Coutts protesters, Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert, to prison for their roles in the Coutts border blockade.

And the death of the Gaudreau brothers continues to be felt by hockey fans. This week, Johnny Gaudreau’s widow revealed she’s pregnant with their third child.

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]]> 1049 no Alberta pulls funding for THIS “multibillion-dollar boondoggle” Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains the province’s decision to axe funding for Calgary’s LRT Green Line until an independent study is done. The province says costs for the project are ballooning out of control. Also on the show, a killer bear has made an appearance after a three year hiatus. And finally, Rachel has an exciting update about her new show. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Sep 2024 18:38:00 -0000 Alberta pulls funding for THIS “multibillion-dollar boondoggle” full Rachel Emmanuel Alberta pulls funding for THIS “multibillion-dollar boondoggle” Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains the province’s decision to axe funding for Calgary’s LRT Green Line until an independent study is done. The province says costs for the project are ballooning out of control. Also on the show, a killer bear has made an appearance after a three year hiatus. And finally, Rachel has an exciting update about her new show. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains the province’s decision to axe funding for Calgary’s LRT Green Line until an independent study is done. The province says costs for the project are ballooning out of control.

Also on the show, a killer bear has made an appearance after a three year hiatus. And finally, Rachel has an exciting update about her new show.

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]]> 478 no Smith committed to overhauling Alberta’s healthcare Alberta Premier Danielle Smith revealed the next phase of her government’s plan to overhaul Alberta’s healthcare system, including plans to remove Alberta Healthcare Services as the operator of some hospitals. Plus, the hockey world was shocked to learn of the death of hockey star and former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau, who was killed by an alleged drunk driver. And Rachel has some exciting news about the future of The Alberta Roundup! Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 31 Aug 2024 16:21:39 -0000 Smith committed to overhauling Alberta’s healthcare full 111 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith revealed the next phase of her government’s plan to overhaul Alberta’s healthcare system, including plans to remove Alberta Healthcare Services as the operator of some hospitals. Plus, the hockey world was shocked to learn of the death of hockey star and former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau, who was killed by an alleged drunk driver. And Rachel has some exciting news about the future of The Alberta Roundup! Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith revealed the next phase of her government’s plan to overhaul Alberta’s healthcare system, including plans to remove Alberta Healthcare Services as the operator of some hospitals.


Plus, the hockey world was shocked to learn of the death of hockey star and former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau, who was killed by an alleged drunk driver.


And Rachel has some exciting news about the future of The Alberta Roundup!


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]]> 923 no What we know about the Coutts 4 Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel is joined by True North Alberta reporter Isaac Lamoureax to discuss the Coutts 4. Isaac explains what we know about the case so far, and what we can expect next week as two men who are still remand await sentencing. The two also discuss whether the case is an example of political prosecution in Canada. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 Aug 2024 16:12:30 -0000 What we know about the Coutts 4 full 110 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel is joined by True North Alberta reporter Isaac Lamoureax to discuss the Coutts 4. Isaac explains what we know about the case so far, and what we can expect next week as two men who are still remand await sentencing. The two also discuss whether the case is an example of political prosecution in Canada. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel is joined by True North Alberta reporter Isaac Lamoureax to discuss the Coutts 4.


Isaac explains what we know about the case so far, and what we can expect next week as two men who are still remand await sentencing.


The two also discuss whether the case is an example of political prosecution in Canada.


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]]> 1008 no Danielle Smith agrees — immigration is too high Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has listened to criticism and is changing her stance on provincial immigration. Rachel is joined by her True North colleague Isaac Lamoureux who explains what Smith said and where Alberta goes from here. Later, Rachel has an update about the RCMP’s search for a suspected killer. And finally, Rachel has a story you won’t want to miss about the Alberta NDP breaking election finance rules. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:41:31 -0000 Danielle Smith agrees — immigration is too high full 109 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has listened to criticism and is changing her stance on provincial immigration. Rachel is joined by her True North colleague Isaac Lamoureux who explains what Smith said and where Alberta goes from here. Later, Rachel has an update about the RCMP’s search for a suspected killer. And finally, Rachel has a story you won’t want to miss about the Alberta NDP breaking election finance rules. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has listened to criticism and is changing her stance on provincial immigration. Rachel is joined by her True North colleague Isaac Lamoureux who explains what Smith said and where Alberta goes from here.

Later, Rachel has an update about the RCMP’s search for a suspected killer.

And finally, Rachel has a story you won’t want to miss about the Alberta NDP breaking election finance rules.

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]]> 803 no RCMP criticized for slow response to Alberta murder Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel Parker explains why the RCMP are being criticized for their response after an Alberta father was murdered on Tuesday. Also on the show, Rachel has news about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s promised accelerated tax cut. And finally, Rachel reveals why Calgary is returning to water restrictions. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:58:05 -0000 RCMP criticized for slow response to Alberta murder full 108 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel Parker explains why the RCMP are being criticized for their response after an Alberta father was murdered on Tuesday. Also on the show, Rachel has news about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s promised accelerated tax cut. And finally, Rachel reveals why Calgary is returning to water restrictions. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel Parker explains why the RCMP are being criticized for their response after an Alberta father was murdered on Tuesday.

Also on the show, Rachel has news about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s promised accelerated tax cut.

And finally, Rachel reveals why Calgary is returning to water restrictions.

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]]> 773 no “She almost got booed” - Is Danielle Smith losing support? Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel hosts a panel with two prominent Conservatives who say Premier Danielle Smith is not living up to her mandate. Marty Belanger and Tariq Elnaga supported Smith during the United Conservative Party leadership race, but now say she is taking too long to move forward key policies she supported during the race, like low taxes and an Alberta Provincial Police force. The panel also discuss whether the high immigration Smith supports is something the province wants or can support. Finally, the group discusses what Smith must do to maintain support ahead of the question on her leadership at the UCP AGM this fall. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 03 Aug 2024 16:03:13 -0000 “She almost got booed” - Is Danielle Smith losing support? full 107 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel hosts a panel with two prominent Conservatives who say Premier Danielle Smith is not living up to her mandate. Marty Belanger and Tariq Elnaga supported Smith during the United Conservative Party leadership race, but now say she is taking too long to move forward key policies she supported during the race, like low taxes and an Alberta Provincial Police force. The panel also discuss whether the high immigration Smith supports is something the province wants or can support. Finally, the group discusses what Smith must do to maintain support ahead of the question on her leadership at the UCP AGM this fall. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel hosts a panel with two prominent Conservatives who say Premier Danielle Smith is not living up to her mandate.


Marty Belanger and Tariq Elnaga supported Smith during the United Conservative Party leadership race, but now say she is taking too long to move forward key policies she supported during the race, like low taxes and an Alberta Provincial Police force.


The panel also discuss whether the high immigration Smith supports is something the province wants or can support. Finally, the group discusses what Smith must do to maintain support ahead of the question on her leadership at the UCP AGM this fall.


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]]> 2829 no “This was TOTALLY preventable” - hunter responds to Jasper fires Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel speaks with Marty Belanger about the Jasper wildfires which burned up to half of the historic village. Marty, who’s been hiking in Jasper for years, said the warning signs have long been ignored and proper forest management practices like controlled burns could have prevented the out of control fires. Rachel and Marty also discuss which level of government is responsible for managing Jasper, and whether Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reduced the firefighting budget as some reporters have suggested. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 27 Jul 2024 18:25:07 -0000 “This was TOTALLY preventable” - hunter responds to Jasper fires full 106 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel speaks with Marty Belanger about the Jasper wildfires which burned up to half of the historic village. Marty, who’s been hiking in Jasper for years, said the warning signs have long been ignored and proper forest management practices like controlled burns could have prevented the out of control fires. Rachel and Marty also discuss which level of government is responsible for managing Jasper, and whether Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reduced the firefighting budget as some reporters have suggested. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel speaks with Marty Belanger about the Jasper wildfires which burned up to half of the historic village. Marty, who’s been hiking in Jasper for years, said the warning signs have long been ignored and proper forest management practices like controlled burns could have prevented the out of control fires.


Rachel and Marty also discuss which level of government is responsible for managing Jasper, and whether Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reduced the firefighting budget as some reporters have suggested.


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]]> 1880 no Smith says the left’s vision is bleak Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is right to call the left’s vision bleak. Rachel also explained why having children is so important. Later on the show, Rachel has an update about wildfires, and breaks down a controversy brewing in Edmonton after it was revealed that UCP ministers and staff accepted Edmonton Oilers’ playoff tickets. Finally, she responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Jul 2024 13:23:44 -0000 Smith says the left’s vision is bleak full 104 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is right to call the left’s vision bleak. Rachel also explained why having children is so important. Later on the show, Rachel has an update about wildfires, and breaks down a controversy brewing in Edmonton after it was revealed that UCP ministers and staff accepted Edmonton Oilers’ playoff tickets. Finally, she responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is right to call the left’s vision bleak. Rachel also explained why having children is so important.


Later on the show, Rachel has an update about wildfires, and breaks down a controversy brewing in Edmonton after it was revealed that UCP ministers and staff accepted Edmonton Oilers’ playoff tickets. Finally, she responds to some of your comments.


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]]> 1026 no Alberta puts out policing call to foreigners Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel discusses how the province’s population continues to grow, mainly because of immigration, which is resulting in an increased demand for housing and an increase cost of living for Albertans. Is it time to hit the brakes on immigration? Why is the UCP government still encouraging foreigners to come to Alberta, even going as far as offering a pathway to permanent residency for those willing to become police officers? Plus, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre gets a warm welcome to Alberta during the Calgary Stampede while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was a no-show. And the water crisis in Calgary continues as Calgarians continue to be plagued by city council incompetence. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Jul 2024 15:39:00 -0000 Alberta puts out policing call to foreigners full 104 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel discusses how the province’s population continues to grow, mainly because of immigration, which is resulting in an increased demand for housing and an increase cost of living for Albertans. Is it time to hit the brakes on immigration? Why is the UCP government still encouraging foreigners to come to Alberta, even going as far as offering a pathway to permanent residency for those willing to become police officers? Plus, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre gets a warm welcome to Alberta during the Calgary Stampede while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was a no-show. And the water crisis in Calgary continues as Calgarians continue to be plagued by city council incompetence. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel discusses how the province’s population continues to grow, mainly because of immigration, which is resulting in an increased demand for housing and an increase cost of living for Albertans. Is it time to hit the brakes on immigration? Why is the UCP government still encouraging foreigners to come to Alberta, even going as far as offering a pathway to permanent residency for those willing to become police officers?

Plus, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre gets a warm welcome to Alberta during the Calgary Stampede while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was a no-show.

And the water crisis in Calgary continues as Calgarians continue to be plagued by city council incompetence.

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]]> 893 no Trudeau Won't Show His Face in Alberta Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not attending the Calgary Stampede this year is a win for Albertans. Also on the show, Rachel has some interesting polling numbers which spell bad news for Naheed Nenshi’s Alberta NDP. Later in the show, Rachel has news about another disaster unfolding in Calgary. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 Jul 2024 18:37:35 -0000 full 103 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not attending the Calgary Stampede this year is a win for Albertans. Also on the show, Rachel has some interesting polling numbers which spell bad news for Naheed Nenshi’s Alberta NDP. Later in the show, Rachel has news about another disaster unfolding in Calgary. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not attending the Calgary Stampede this year is a win for Albertans. Also on the show, Rachel has some interesting polling numbers which spell bad news for Naheed Nenshi’s Alberta NDP.

Later in the show, Rachel has news about another disaster unfolding in Calgary.


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]]> 1352 no UCP sets sights on Nenshi Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports on the Alberta NDP’s plans to divorce from the federal party. And, Rachel has an update about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s approval ratings. Rachel has a story about new attack ads the UCP released about Naheed Nenshi, who won the Alberta NDP leadership contest last week. Also on the show, do you know who the least popular politicians in Canada is? You might be surprised to learn that she’s in Alberta. And finally, listen to the end to hear Rachel’s exciting announcement. Tune into the Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 29 Jun 2024 17:15:00 -0000 UCP sets sights on Nenshi full 102 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports on the Alberta NDP’s plans to divorce from the federal party. And, Rachel has an update about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s approval ratings. Rachel has a story about new attack ads the UCP released about Naheed Nenshi, who won the Alberta NDP leadership contest last week. Also on the show, do you know who the least popular politicians in Canada is? You might be surprised to learn that she’s in Alberta. And finally, listen to the end to hear Rachel’s exciting announcement. Tune into the Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports on the Alberta NDP’s plans to divorce from the federal party. And, Rachel has an update about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s approval ratings.


Rachel has a story about new attack ads the UCP released about Naheed Nenshi, who won the Alberta NDP leadership contest last week.


Also on the show, do you know who the least popular politicians in Canada is? You might be surprised to learn that she’s in Alberta.


And finally, listen to the end to hear Rachel’s exciting announcement.


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]]> 873 no UCP members want COVID vaxx policies to change Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Calgary-Lougheed constituency association president Darrell Komick about the CA’s recent Injection of Truth Town Hall which took a critical look at the COVID-19 vaccine data. Komick said he didn’t expect the event to be so controversial, and that party members want vaccine policy to change. He also says whether he thinks members should continue to support Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on the question of whether to have a leadership review at the party’s AGM in November. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:28:55 -0000 UCP members want COVID vaxx policies to change full 101 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Calgary-Lougheed constituency association president Darrell Komick about the CA’s recent Injection of Truth Town Hall which took a critical look at the COVID-19 vaccine data. Komick said he didn’t expect the event to be so controversial, and that party members want vaccine policy to change. He also says whether he thinks members should continue to support Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on the question of whether to have a leadership review at the party’s AGM in November. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Calgary-Lougheed constituency association president Darrell Komick about the CA’s recent Injection of Truth Town Hall which took a critical look at the COVID-19 vaccine data.


Komick said he didn’t expect the event to be so controversial, and that party members want vaccine policy to change. He also says whether he thinks members should continue to support Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on the question of whether to have a leadership review at the party’s AGM in November.


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]]> 965 no Liberal legislation spells bad news for Alberta businesses Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Liberal government’s “anti-greenwashing” legislation is bad news for Canadian businesses, particularly Alberta’s oil and gas sector. As a last minute amendment to the government’s fall economic statement bill, C-59, the government will now require businesses to back up their environmental claims or otherwise be accused of “greenwashing.” Also on the show. Rachel has an update about a new cellphone policy in Alberta schools. Later, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and she explains why she doesn’t like the Alberta is Calling campaign. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0000 Liberal legislation spells bad news for Alberta businesses full 100 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Liberal government’s “anti-greenwashing” legislation is bad news for Canadian businesses, particularly Alberta’s oil and gas sector. As a last minute amendment to the government’s fall economic statement bill, C-59, the government will now require businesses to back up their environmental claims or otherwise be accused of “greenwashing.” Also on the show. Rachel has an update about a new cellphone policy in Alberta schools. Later, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and she explains why she doesn’t like the Alberta is Calling campaign. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Liberal government’s “anti-greenwashing” legislation is bad news for Canadian businesses, particularly Alberta’s oil and gas sector. As a last minute amendment to the government’s fall economic statement bill, C-59, the government will now require businesses to back up their environmental claims or otherwise be accused of “greenwashing.”


Also on the show. Rachel has an update about a new cellphone policy in Alberta schools.


Later, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and she explains why she doesn’t like the Alberta is Calling campaign.


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]]> 1071 no Calgarians turn to pandemic-era snitch lines Today on the Alberta Roundup With Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports the latest news on the water crisis still ongoing in Calgary. Rachel has a disturbing update about the thousands of Calgarians ratting on their neighbours, and explains how the city is gaslighting Calgarians. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jun 2024 22:30:23 -0000 Calgarians turn to pandemic-era snitch lines full 99 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup With Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports the latest news on the water crisis still ongoing in Calgary. Rachel has a disturbing update about the thousands of Calgarians ratting on their neighbours, and explains how the city is gaslighting Calgarians. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup With Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports the latest news on the water crisis still ongoing in Calgary. Rachel has a disturbing update about the thousands of Calgarians ratting on their neighbours, and explains how the city is gaslighting Calgarians.


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]]> 842 no Western Canada's immigration woes Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and BC Premier David Eby’s frustration with the federal government for giving Quebec $750 million to deal with immigration pressures with BC and Alberta get nothing. Rachel also explains why the two premiers’ criticism is misplaced. Later on the show, Rachel has an update about the cost of the carbon tax. She also wonders whether rushing to get new homes built in Alberta is the best solution. Finally, Rachel has news about the water crisis still unfolding in Calgary — and it turns out the conspiracy theorists were right again! Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Jun 2024 16:35:59 -0000 Western Canada's immigration woes full 98 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and BC Premier David Eby’s frustration with the federal government for giving Quebec $750 million to deal with immigration pressures with BC and Alberta get nothing. Rachel also explains why the two premiers’ criticism is misplaced. Later on the show, Rachel has an update about the cost of the carbon tax. She also wonders whether rushing to get new homes built in Alberta is the best solution. Finally, Rachel has news about the water crisis still unfolding in Calgary — and it turns out the conspiracy theorists were right again! Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and BC Premier David Eby’s frustration with the federal government for giving Quebec $750 million to deal with immigration pressures with BC and Alberta get nothing. Rachel also explains why the two premiers’ criticism is misplaced.


Later on the show, Rachel has an update about the cost of the carbon tax. She also wonders whether rushing to get new homes built in Alberta is the best solution.


Finally, Rachel has news about the water crisis still unfolding in Calgary — and it turns out the conspiracy theorists were right again!


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]]> 1068 no Calgary is falling apart Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains what we know about the break in one of Calgary’s major water mains that’s caused a crisis across the city for over a week. Rachel also reveals how Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s efforts to reassure Calgarians have actually caused more concern. And finally, Rachel has news about petty tyrants who never let a good crisis go to waste. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jun 2024 22:13:53 -0000 Calgary is falling apart full 97 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains what we know about the break in one of Calgary’s major water mains that’s caused a crisis across the city for over a week. Rachel also reveals how Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s efforts to reassure Calgarians have actually caused more concern. And finally, Rachel has news about petty tyrants who never let a good crisis go to waste. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains what we know about the break in one of Calgary’s major water mains that’s caused a crisis across the city for over a week.


Rachel also reveals how Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s efforts to reassure Calgarians have actually caused more concern.


And finally, Rachel has news about petty tyrants who never let a good crisis go to waste.


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]]> 930 no Alberta gears up to fight federal censorship Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Alberta government is responding to Ottawa’s proposed legislation to censor oil and gas companies from speaking about their environmental achievements. Also on the show, a water line has been punctured in Calgary and is wreaking havoc on the city. Rachel also has news about a prominent board position that’s been given to an unpopular and controversial former Alberta premier. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Jun 2024 16:20:07 -0000 Alberta gears up to fight federal censorship full 96 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Alberta government is responding to Ottawa’s proposed legislation to censor oil and gas companies from speaking about their environmental achievements. Also on the show, a water line has been punctured in Calgary and is wreaking havoc on the city. Rachel also has news about a prominent board position that’s been given to an unpopular and controversial former Alberta premier. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how the Alberta government is responding to Ottawa’s proposed legislation to censor oil and gas companies from speaking about their environmental achievements.


Also on the show, a water line has been punctured in Calgary and is wreaking havoc on the city.


Rachel also has news about a prominent board position that’s been given to an unpopular and controversial former Alberta premier.


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]]> 630 no Ottawa already seeking to 'derail' an Alberta pension Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Bonnyville chair and lead for the Alberta First Pension, Mitch Sylvestre. He says an Alberta based pension plan is a “no brainer,” adding that seniors would be given a raise if the pension plan was brought home —contrary to claims from the Alberta NDP that pulling out of the Canada Pension Plan would cause seniors to lose their pension. Sylvestre also warns that the federal government would make the process of pulling out of the CPP as difficult as possible, and explains how the Ottawa is already seeking to “derail” the province’s efforts. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:35:20 -0000 Ottawa already seeking to 'derail' an Alberta pension full 95 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Bonnyville chair and lead for the Alberta First Pension, Mitch Sylvestre. He says an Alberta based pension plan is a “no brainer,” adding that seniors would be given a raise if the pension plan was brought home —contrary to claims from the Alberta NDP that pulling out of the Canada Pension Plan would cause seniors to lose their pension. Sylvestre also warns that the federal government would make the process of pulling out of the CPP as difficult as possible, and explains how the Ottawa is already seeking to “derail” the province’s efforts. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Bonnyville chair and lead for the Alberta First Pension, Mitch Sylvestre. He says an Alberta based pension plan is a “no brainer,” adding that seniors would be given a raise if the pension plan was brought home —contrary to claims from the Alberta NDP that pulling out of the Canada Pension Plan would cause seniors to lose their pension. Sylvestre also warns that the federal government would make the process of pulling out of the CPP as difficult as possible, and explains how the Ottawa is already seeking to “derail” the province’s efforts. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!

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]]> 870 no Alberta charter schools are booming Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Caylan Ford, the founder of three classical academy charter schools in Alberta. Ford explains how her charter schools operate differently from regular public schools by prioritizing lessons that have stood the test of time. She also speaks about the damage being done to children in some public schools, and explains how concerned parents can express their interest in opening a charter school. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 May 2024 21:41:20 -0000 Alberta charter schools are booming full 94 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Caylan Ford, the founder of three classical academy charter schools in Alberta. Ford explains how her charter schools operate differently from regular public schools by prioritizing lessons that have stood the test of time. She also speaks about the damage being done to children in some public schools, and explains how concerned parents can express their interest in opening a charter school. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Caylan Ford, the founder of three classical academy charter schools in Alberta.


Ford explains how her charter schools operate differently from regular public schools by prioritizing lessons that have stood the test of time. She also speaks about the damage being done to children in some public schools, and explains how concerned parents can express their interest in opening a charter school.


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]]> 1052 no More human caused fires in Alberta Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how most of the fires started in Alberta over the long weekend were human caused. Also on the show, Rachel has an update from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith about the changes her government is making in healthcare and how it will improve things. Later on the show, Rachel has a bizarre story about a Calgary court ruling to allow depraved sex parties in one northwest neighbourhood. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 May 2024 16:36:00 -0000 More human caused fires in Alberta full 93 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how most of the fires started in Alberta over the long weekend were human caused. Also on the show, Rachel has an update from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith about the changes her government is making in healthcare and how it will improve things. Later on the show, Rachel has a bizarre story about a Calgary court ruling to allow depraved sex parties in one northwest neighbourhood. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how most of the fires started in Alberta over the long weekend were human caused. Also on the show, Rachel has an update from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith about the changes her government is making in healthcare and how it will improve things.


Later on the show, Rachel has a bizarre story about a Calgary court ruling to allow depraved sex parties in one northwest neighbourhood.


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]]> 685 no The Inside Story on Pierre Poilievre Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host and author Andrew Lawton about his upcoming political biography, “Pierre Poilievre: A Political Life.” Lawton says there’s something in the book for everyone, and even reveals that the now Conservative leader had a knack for practical jokes. Lawton also explains what kind of access he had to Poilievre during the writing process. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Order your copy of Andrew's book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Pierre-Poilievre-Political-Andrew-Lawton/dp/1990823807/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 May 2024 23:11:00 -0000 The Inside Story on Pierre Poilievre full 92 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host and author Andrew Lawton about his upcoming political biography, “Pierre Poilievre: A Political Life.” Lawton says there’s something in the book for everyone, and even reveals that the now Conservative leader had a knack for practical jokes. Lawton also explains what kind of access he had to Poilievre during the writing process. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Order your copy of Andrew's book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Pierre-Poilievre-Political-Andrew-Lawton/dp/1990823807/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host and author Andrew Lawton about his upcoming political biography, “Pierre Poilievre: A Political Life.”


Lawton says there’s something in the book for everyone, and even reveals that the now Conservative leader had a knack for practical jokes. Lawton also explains what kind of access he had to Poilievre during the writing process.


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]]> 678 no UCP pressures Smith to change Covid vax policy Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews United Conservative Party board president Rob Smith about why the board is urging Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to change the province’s Covid-19 vaccine policy. Smith says doctors must be forthcoming with parents about all the possible impacts of the Covid-19 vaccine, and that the board has already raised their concerns with the premier. The interview comes ahead of an event warning of the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccine hosted by the Calgary-Lougheed UCP constituency association. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 May 2024 18:49:06 -0000 UCP pressures Smith to change Covid vax policy full 91 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews United Conservative Party board president Rob Smith about why the board is urging Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to change the province’s Covid-19 vaccine policy. Smith says doctors must be forthcoming with parents about all the possible impacts of the Covid-19 vaccine, and that the board has already raised their concerns with the premier. The interview comes ahead of an event warning of the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccine hosted by the Calgary-Lougheed UCP constituency association. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews United Conservative Party board president Rob Smith about why the board is urging Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to change the province’s Covid-19 vaccine policy. Smith says doctors must be forthcoming with parents about all the possible impacts of the Covid-19 vaccine, and that the board has already raised their concerns with the premier.


The interview comes ahead of an event warning of the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccine hosted by the Calgary-Lougheed UCP constituency association.


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]]> 977 Calgary’s rezoning bylaw harms the middle class Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how Calgary city council’s decision to allow for blanket rezoning harms the middle class. Also on the show, Rachel has a story about the Alberta government following through on their plans to overhaul the healthcare system. Later, Rachel has an update on the controversy unfolding in Chesteremere. And finally, Rachel has a big story about the UCP wanting the government to change COVID-19 vaccine policy. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 18 May 2024 12:00:00 -0000 Calgary’s rezoning bylaw harms the middle class full 90 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how Calgary city council’s decision to allow for blanket rezoning harms the middle class. Also on the show, Rachel has a story about the Alberta government following through on their plans to overhaul the healthcare system. Later, Rachel has an update on the controversy unfolding in Chesteremere. And finally, Rachel has a big story about the UCP wanting the government to change COVID-19 vaccine policy. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains how Calgary city council’s decision to allow for blanket rezoning harms the middle class. Also on the show, Rachel has a story about the Alberta government following through on their plans to overhaul the healthcare system.

Later, Rachel has an update on the controversy unfolding in Chesteremere. And finally, Rachel has a big story about the UCP wanting the government to change COVID-19 vaccine policy.

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]]> 839 no Alberta minister slams “harm production” approach to drugs Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Minister Dan Williams about how Alberta will be impacted by BC’s recent bid to recriminalize drugs in public spaces. Rachel also asks the minister about demand for Alberta’s recovery oriented system of care, and how the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the current addictions crisis. The minister also says the province’s plan to move mental health and addictions services from Alberta Health Services to Recovery Alberta is set to take effect in July and explains why it’s a good thing for the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 May 2024 00:02:33 -0000 Alberta minister slams “harm production” approach to drugs full 89 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Minister Dan Williams about how Alberta will be impacted by BC’s recent bid to recriminalize drugs in public spaces. Rachel also asks the minister about demand for Alberta’s recovery oriented system of care, and how the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the current addictions crisis. The minister also says the province’s plan to move mental health and addictions services from Alberta Health Services to Recovery Alberta is set to take effect in July and explains why it’s a good thing for the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Minister Dan Williams about how Alberta will be impacted by BC’s recent bid to recriminalize drugs in public spaces.

Rachel also asks the minister about demand for Alberta’s recovery oriented system of care, and how the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the current addictions crisis.

The minister also says the province’s plan to move mental health and addictions services from Alberta Health Services to Recovery Alberta is set to take effect in July and explains why it’s a good thing for the province.

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]]> 1304 no Does Alberta’s local election reform law go too far? Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains why proposed Bill 20 goes too far. Rachel also shows anti-Israel protesters being removed from the University of Calgary campus and has another crazy video that resulted from your tax dollars being spent on “art.” Finally, Rachel takes a look at why the Alberta government wants to change the election date. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 May 2024 16:29:04 -0000 Does Alberta’s local election reform law go too far? full 88 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains why proposed Bill 20 goes too far. Rachel also shows anti-Israel protesters being removed from the University of Calgary campus and has another crazy video that resulted from your tax dollars being spent on “art.” Finally, Rachel takes a look at why the Alberta government wants to change the election date. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains why proposed Bill 20 goes too far. Rachel also shows anti-Israel protesters being removed from the University of Calgary campus and has another crazy video that resulted from your tax dollars being spent on “art.”


Finally, Rachel takes a look at why the Alberta government wants to change the election date.


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]]> 846 no Smith's pitch for highspeed rail Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interview the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayer Federation Kris Sims about the Alberta government’s proposal for a highspeed railway to connect the province. Rachel wonder if anyone is asking for this railway plan and how useful it would be. Kris says the Taxpayers Federation is trying to find out more about the cost. The two also discuss when fuel tax relief and the government’s promised income tax reduction will be implemented. Finally, Kris reveals the big winners of the Taxpayer Federation’s Teddy Waste Awards. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 May 2024 20:25:26 -0000 Smith's pitch for highspeed rail full 87 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interview the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayer Federation Kris Sims about the Alberta government’s proposal for a highspeed railway to connect the province. Rachel wonder if anyone is asking for this railway plan and how useful it would be. Kris says the Taxpayers Federation is trying to find out more about the cost. The two also discuss when fuel tax relief and the government’s promised income tax reduction will be implemented. Finally, Kris reveals the big winners of the Taxpayer Federation’s Teddy Waste Awards. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interview the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayer Federation Kris Sims about the Alberta government’s proposal for a highspeed railway to connect the province. Rachel wonder if anyone is asking for this railway plan and how useful it would be. Kris says the Taxpayers Federation is trying to find out more about the cost.


The two also discuss when fuel tax relief and the government’s promised income tax reduction will be implemented.


Finally, Kris reveals the big winners of the Taxpayer Federation’s Teddy Waste Awards.


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]]> 1207 no Calgary wants voting for non-citizens Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Calgary city council’s desperate attempt to hold onto power by extending voting to non citizens. The council is also taking heat for plans for city wide rezoning. Also on the show, Rachel has news about the Alberta government’s plans to study and likely build a rail network. The government is also under fire for controversial proposed Bill 20, which would allow cabinet to remove local councillors and bylaws. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 04 May 2024 16:19:05 -0000 Calgary wants voting for non-citizens full 86 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Calgary city council’s desperate attempt to hold onto power by extending voting to non citizens. The council is also taking heat for plans for city wide rezoning. Also on the show, Rachel has news about the Alberta government’s plans to study and likely build a rail network. The government is also under fire for controversial proposed Bill 20, which would allow cabinet to remove local councillors and bylaws. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Calgary city council’s desperate attempt to hold onto power by extending voting to non citizens. The council is also taking heat for plans for city wide rezoning.


Also on the show, Rachel has news about the Alberta government’s plans to study and likely build a rail network. The government is also under fire for controversial proposed Bill 20, which would allow cabinet to remove local councillors and bylaws.


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]]> 647 no Calgarians outraged over rezoning plans Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Calgary Ward 13 City Councillor Dan McLean about the city’s plan to amend land-use bylaw in neighbourhoods to allow townhomes and row houses where currently only single-family homes are allowed. Rachel asks for clarification on what the proposal will mean for residents and how city infrastructure will support the new homes and people. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 May 2024 21:04:05 -0000 Calgarians outraged over rezoning plans full 90 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Calgary Ward 13 City Councillor Dan McLean about the city’s plan to amend land-use bylaw in neighbourhoods to allow townhomes and row houses where currently only single-family homes are allowed. Rachel asks for clarification on what the proposal will mean for residents and how city infrastructure will support the new homes and people. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Calgary Ward 13 City Councillor Dan McLean about the city’s plan to amend land-use bylaw in neighbourhoods to allow townhomes and row houses where currently only single-family homes are allowed. Rachel asks for clarification on what the proposal will mean for residents and how city infrastructure will support the new homes and people.

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]]> 604 no ‘This is not justice’ — member of Coutts 3 responds Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alex Van Herk, one of the Coutts Three found guilty last week of mischief over $5,000 for his role in the Coutts border blockade. Van Herk, who faces up to 10 years in prison, says sentencing is expected in September. The trial revealed that Van Herk’s name rarely showed up in RCMP’s notes, and Van Herk says he is hoping for a lesser sentence than his friends. He also says there’s more Alberta Premier Danielle Smith can do to help the Coutts Three and he’s unimpressed with her response to his guilty verdict. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:44:16 -0000 ‘This is not justice’ — member of Coutts 3 responds full 84 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alex Van Herk, one of the Coutts Three found guilty last week of mischief over $5,000 for his role in the Coutts border blockade. Van Herk, who faces up to 10 years in prison, says sentencing is expected in September. The trial revealed that Van Herk’s name rarely showed up in RCMP’s notes, and Van Herk says he is hoping for a lesser sentence than his friends. He also says there’s more Alberta Premier Danielle Smith can do to help the Coutts Three and he’s unimpressed with her response to his guilty verdict. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alex Van Herk, one of the Coutts Three found guilty last week of mischief over $5,000 for his role in the Coutts border blockade. Van Herk, who faces up to 10 years in prison, says sentencing is expected in September.

The trial revealed that Van Herk’s name rarely showed up in RCMP’s notes, and Van Herk says he is hoping for a lesser sentence than his friends. He also says there’s more Alberta Premier Danielle Smith can do to help the Coutts Three and he’s unimpressed with her response to his guilty verdict.

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]]> 936 no Smith responds to guilty verdict for Coutts 3 Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on when the provincial fuel tax will be lowered and whether the province is recommending Covid-19 vaccines for babies beginning at six months. Rachel also asks the Premier about protecting women in jails and shelters after Smith said at the CSFN conference last week that biological men will still be allowed in these spaces. Finally, Rachel asks the Premier for her response to the guilty verdicts for the Coutts three and for an update on a promise to ban electronic tabulators in the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Apr 2024 19:08:31 -0000 Smith responds to guilty verdict for Coutts 3 full 83 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on when the provincial fuel tax will be lowered and whether the province is recommending Covid-19 vaccines for babies beginning at six months. Rachel also asks the Premier about protecting women in jails and shelters after Smith said at the CSFN conference last week that biological men will still be allowed in these spaces. Finally, Rachel asks the Premier for her response to the guilty verdicts for the Coutts three and for an update on a promise to ban electronic tabulators in the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on when the provincial fuel tax will be lowered and whether the province is recommending Covid-19 vaccines for babies beginning at six months.


Rachel also asks the Premier about protecting women in jails and shelters after Smith said at the CSFN conference last week that biological men will still be allowed in these spaces.


Finally, Rachel asks the Premier for her response to the guilty verdicts for the Coutts three and for an update on a promise to ban electronic tabulators in the province.


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]]> 935 no Alberta refuses to be bribed by Trudeau Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon about the Provincial Priorities Act, which was tabled by the government last week to ensure provincial sign off on federal-municipal deals. Nixon says the province is concerned about federal interference in municipalities, which are the province’s jurisdiction, and this legislation will end that practice. He also says Alberta “won’t be bribed” to sign onto federal deals with their own money. Nixon also says the province won’t agree to new housing codes to comply with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s green agenda, saying that would increase the cost of construction and housing. Rachel also asks the minister how funding the federal government has promised to municipalities is causing blanket rezoning in Calgary. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:52:26 -0000 Alberta refuses to be bribed by Trudeau full 82 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon about the Provincial Priorities Act, which was tabled by the government last week to ensure provincial sign off on federal-municipal deals. Nixon says the province is concerned about federal interference in municipalities, which are the province’s jurisdiction, and this legislation will end that practice. He also says Alberta “won’t be bribed” to sign onto federal deals with their own money. Nixon also says the province won’t agree to new housing codes to comply with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s green agenda, saying that would increase the cost of construction and housing. Rachel also asks the minister how funding the federal government has promised to municipalities is causing blanket rezoning in Calgary. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon about the Provincial Priorities Act, which was tabled by the government last week to ensure provincial sign off on federal-municipal deals. Nixon says the province is concerned about federal interference in municipalities, which are the province’s jurisdiction, and this legislation will end that practice. He also says Alberta “won’t be bribed” to sign onto federal deals with their own money.


Nixon also says the province won’t agree to new housing codes to comply with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s green agenda, saying that would increase the cost of construction and housing.


Rachel also asks the minister how funding the federal government has promised to municipalities is causing blanket rezoning in Calgary.


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]]> 827 Smith pushes back against the feds This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest effort to push back the federal government which is encroaching on provincial jurisdiction by making deals directly with municipalities. Also on the show, the premier addresses her decision to keep the provincial fuel tax despite pressure to axe it as Ottawa continues to raise its federal carbon tax. Finally, Rachel has an exclusive story about an Alberta NDP MLA who apologized in the House this week after scarring a female UCP MLA. That MLA is now asking him to seek anger management. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Apr 2024 17:10:46 -0000 Smith pushes back against the feds full 81 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest effort to push back the federal government which is encroaching on provincial jurisdiction by making deals directly with municipalities. Also on the show, the premier addresses her decision to keep the provincial fuel tax despite pressure to axe it as Ottawa continues to raise its federal carbon tax. Finally, Rachel has an exclusive story about an Alberta NDP MLA who apologized in the House this week after scarring a female UCP MLA. That MLA is now asking him to seek anger management. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest effort to push back the federal government which is encroaching on provincial jurisdiction by making deals directly with municipalities.

Also on the show, the premier addresses her decision to keep the provincial fuel tax despite pressure to axe it as Ottawa continues to raise its federal carbon tax.

Finally, Rachel has an exclusive story about an Alberta NDP MLA who apologized in the House this week after scarring a female UCP MLA. That MLA is now asking him to seek anger management.

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]]> 816 no Will there be a federal election this fall? Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host Andrew Lawton, who’s live at the Canada Strong and Free Networking Conference. Lawton gives a look ahead to his fireside chat with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Friday, where he’ll be asking the premier about parental rights and the carbon tax. Rachel also wonders whether Conservatives think there will be a federal election this fall, and whether the Axe the Tax protests ongoing in Alberta for over a week now, are making an impact across the country. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Apr 2024 21:57:21 -0000 Will there be a federal election this fall? full Rachel Emmanuel Will there be a federal election this fall? Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host Andrew Lawton, who’s live at the Canada Strong and Free Networking Conference. Lawton gives a look ahead to his fireside chat with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Friday, where he’ll be asking the premier about parental rights and the carbon tax. Rachel also wonders whether Conservatives think there will be a federal election this fall, and whether the Axe the Tax protests ongoing in Alberta for over a week now, are making an impact across the country. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews True North host Andrew Lawton, who’s live at the Canada Strong and Free Networking Conference. Lawton gives a look ahead to his fireside chat with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Friday, where he’ll be asking the premier about parental rights and the carbon tax.


Rachel also wonders whether Conservatives think there will be a federal election this fall, and whether the Axe the Tax protests ongoing in Alberta for over a week now, are making an impact across the country.


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]]> 677 no Smith sticks it to the feds on gun rights This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s positive take on the federal government’s wasteful $42 million gun buyback program which has yet to confiscate a single gun. Also on the show, Rachel has an update on the axe the tax protest which has been ongoing for a week and an Alberta MLA is facing criticism from a prominent Jewish organization over her anti-Israel commentary. Finally, Smith said there’s a “worrying trend” of prescription opioids seeping into the illegal market. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 Apr 2024 17:31:51 -0000 Smith sticks it to the feds on gun rights full 79 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s positive take on the federal government’s wasteful $42 million gun buyback program which has yet to confiscate a single gun. Also on the show, Rachel has an update on the axe the tax protest which has been ongoing for a week and an Alberta MLA is facing criticism from a prominent Jewish organization over her anti-Israel commentary. Finally, Smith said there’s a “worrying trend” of prescription opioids seeping into the illegal market. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s positive take on the federal government’s wasteful $42 million gun buyback program which has yet to confiscate a single gun.


Also on the show, Rachel has an update on the axe the tax protest which has been ongoing for a week and an Alberta MLA is facing criticism from a prominent Jewish organization over her anti-Israel commentary.


Finally, Smith said there’s a “worrying trend” of prescription opioids seeping into the illegal market.


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]]> 1008 no Anti-carbon tax protesters frustrated with Smith A national protest to scrap the federal carbon tax began on Monday as the Trudeau government increased the tax once again. As thousands of Canadians across the country took part in the protest earlier this week, Albertans took it to another level. Event organizers across various Alberta locations told True North that protesters are prepared to stay for weeks and even managed to slow down traffic considerably. However, protesters are increasingly frustrated with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, who said on Tuesday that she doesn’t support carbon tax protesters stopping the flow of traffic. Should Smith be more supportive of the carbon tax protesters and even attend one of the demonstrations? What do you think? Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Apr 2024 22:01:24 -0000 Anti-carbon tax protesters frustrated with Smith full 78 Rachel Emmanuel A national protest to scrap the federal carbon tax began on Monday as the Trudeau government increased the tax once again. As thousands of Canadians across the country took part in the protest earlier this week, Albertans took it to another level. Event organizers across various Alberta locations told True North that protesters are prepared to stay for weeks and even managed to slow down traffic considerably. However, protesters are increasingly frustrated with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, who said on Tuesday that she doesn’t support carbon tax protesters stopping the flow of traffic. Should Smith be more supportive of the carbon tax protesters and even attend one of the demonstrations? What do you think? Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A national protest to scrap the federal carbon tax began on Monday as the Trudeau government increased the tax once again. As thousands of Canadians across the country took part in the protest earlier this week, Albertans took it to another level. Event organizers across various Alberta locations told True North that protesters are prepared to stay for weeks and even managed to slow down traffic considerably.


However, protesters are increasingly frustrated with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, who said on Tuesday that she doesn’t support carbon tax protesters stopping the flow of traffic.


Should Smith be more supportive of the carbon tax protesters and even attend one of the demonstrations? What do you think?


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]]> 393 no Woke musicians push child mutilation This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a story about Canadian musicians at the Junos attacking Alberta government policies to protect children. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith testifies at a House of Commons committee on the impact of the carbon tax. Finally, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and what it means for Premier Smith. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Mar 2024 13:22:00 -0000 Woke musicians push child mutilation full 77 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a story about Canadian musicians at the Junos attacking Alberta government policies to protect children. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith testifies at a House of Commons committee on the impact of the carbon tax. Finally, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and what it means for Premier Smith. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a story about Canadian musicians at the Junos attacking Alberta government policies to protect children.


Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith testifies at a House of Commons committee on the impact of the carbon tax.


Finally, Rachel has an update about the Alberta NDP leadership race and what it means for Premier Smith.


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]]> 752 no Chestermere responds "We definitely like Mayor Colvin" This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Chestermere residents to see how they feel about their mayor, three councillors, and three CAO’s being dismissed by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver. McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator. The dismissed mayor and councillors allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information. City residents say they have concerns about corruption and want the mayor and the councillors reinstated. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 22:52:46 -0000 Chestermere responds "We definitely like Mayor Colvin" full 76 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Chestermere residents to see how they feel about their mayor, three councillors, and three CAO’s being dismissed by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver. McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator. The dismissed mayor and councillors allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information. City residents say they have concerns about corruption and want the mayor and the councillors reinstated. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Chestermere residents to see how they feel about their mayor, three councillors, and three CAO’s being dismissed by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver.

McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator.

The dismissed mayor and councillors allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information.

City residents say they have concerns about corruption and want the mayor and the councillors reinstated.

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]]> 409 no Leftists wreck “Recall Gondek” signs This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a big update about the recall Mayor Jyoti Gondek campaign, including that two campaign signs were defaced this week. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith explains how the provincial fuel tax is different than the federal carbon tax as both will go up next month. Meanwhile Calgarians are bracing for even higher than expected property tax increases this year, and Gondek is blaming the province — who shot back. Rachel also explains the latest efforts to conserve water ahead of an expected drought this spring. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 23 Mar 2024 17:13:01 -0000 Leftists wreck “Recall Gondek” signs full 75 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a big update about the recall Mayor Jyoti Gondek campaign, including that two campaign signs were defaced this week. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith explains how the provincial fuel tax is different than the federal carbon tax as both will go up next month. Meanwhile Calgarians are bracing for even higher than expected property tax increases this year, and Gondek is blaming the province — who shot back. Rachel also explains the latest efforts to conserve water ahead of an expected drought this spring. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has a big update about the recall Mayor Jyoti Gondek campaign, including that two campaign signs were defaced this week.

Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith explains how the provincial fuel tax is different than the federal carbon tax as both will go up next month.

Meanwhile Calgarians are bracing for even higher than expected property tax increases this year, and Gondek is blaming the province — who shot back. Rachel also explains the latest efforts to conserve water ahead of an expected drought this spring.

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]]> 744 no Former mayor alleges corruption in Chestermere This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews former Chestermere Mayor Jeff Colvin and former city councillor Stephen Hanley. The two were dismissed, along with two other city councillors and three chief administrative officers, by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver. McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator. The dismissed mayor and councillor allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information. They are now seeking to have the case heard by the court. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Mar 2024 23:08:33 -0000 Former mayor alleges corruption in Chestermere full 78 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews former Chestermere Mayor Jeff Colvin and former city councillor Stephen Hanley. The two were dismissed, along with two other city councillors and three chief administrative officers, by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver. McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator. The dismissed mayor and councillor allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information. They are now seeking to have the case heard by the court. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews former Chestermere Mayor Jeff Colvin and former city councillor Stephen Hanley. The two were dismissed, along with two other city councillors and three chief administrative officers, by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver.


McIver has said the city was being governed in an improper, irregular and improvident manner. He has ordered a financial inspection of the city’s books and the city is currently being run by an interim administrator.


The dismissed mayor and councillor allege the province began investigating their council after they found irregular spending patterns in Chestermere’s books. They also say city staff deleted emails and weren’t forthcoming with requested information.


They are now seeking to have the case heard by the court.


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]]> 2080 no Trudeau despises a free press This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has an exclusive interview with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith following her visit with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week. Rachel also explains how the prime minister backlisted True North from his press conference in Calgary. Also on the show, Rachel reveals how rent is rising in Alberta faster than any other Canadian province and what Premier Smith plans to do about it. And finally, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0000 Trudeau despises a free press full 74 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has an exclusive interview with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith following her visit with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week. Rachel also explains how the prime minister backlisted True North from his press conference in Calgary. Also on the show, Rachel reveals how rent is rising in Alberta faster than any other Canadian province and what Premier Smith plans to do about it. And finally, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has an exclusive interview with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith following her visit with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week. Rachel also explains how the prime minister backlisted True North from his press conference in Calgary.


Also on the show, Rachel reveals how rent is rising in Alberta faster than any other Canadian province and what Premier Smith plans to do about it.


And finally, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and responds to some of your comments.


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]]> 738 no NDP leadership candidates already taking aim at Smith Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Rachel Notley’s former executive director of communication and planning, Cheryl Oates, to discuss the Alberta NDP leadership race. Oates says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is an “expert communicator” and the NDP need someone who can compete with her. The two also discuss Naheed Nenshi, the former Calgary mayor who joined the race this week, and is already attacking Smith. Also on the show, at least one candidate has promised to scrap the carbon tax, which Oates says the policy is “poison” in Alberta right now. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:09:14 -0000 NDP leadership candidates already taking aim at Smith full 72 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Rachel Notley’s former executive director of communication and planning, Cheryl Oates, to discuss the Alberta NDP leadership race. Oates says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is an “expert communicator” and the NDP need someone who can compete with her. The two also discuss Naheed Nenshi, the former Calgary mayor who joined the race this week, and is already attacking Smith. Also on the show, at least one candidate has promised to scrap the carbon tax, which Oates says the policy is “poison” in Alberta right now. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Rachel Notley’s former executive director of communication and planning, Cheryl Oates, to discuss the Alberta NDP leadership race.


Oates says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is an “expert communicator” and the NDP need someone who can compete with her.


The two also discuss Naheed Nenshi, the former Calgary mayor who joined the race this week, and is already attacking Smith.


Also on the show, at least one candidate has promised to scrap the carbon tax, which Oates says the policy is “poison” in Alberta right now.


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]]> 606 no Activist doctor misleads Albertans on Smith’s gender policies This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel covers an activist doctor who accused Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s policies of contributing to his trans nephew’s suicide. Also on the show, Smith is encouraging parents to take their child for the MMR vaccine following a measles outbreak across Canada. The premier also weighed in on efforts to unseat Calgary Mayor Jyodi Gondek in Calgary, calling the recall legislation unfair. Rachel also responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:47:21 -0000 Activist doctor misleads Albertans on Smith’s gender policies full 71 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel covers an activist doctor who accused Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s policies of contributing to his trans nephew’s suicide. Also on the show, Smith is encouraging parents to take their child for the MMR vaccine following a measles outbreak across Canada. The premier also weighed in on efforts to unseat Calgary Mayor Jyodi Gondek in Calgary, calling the recall legislation unfair. Rachel also responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel covers an activist doctor who accused Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s policies of contributing to his trans nephew’s suicide.


Also on the show, Smith is encouraging parents to take their child for the MMR vaccine following a measles outbreak across Canada. The premier also weighed in on efforts to unseat Calgary Mayor Jyodi Gondek in Calgary, calling the recall legislation unfair.


Rachel also responds to some of your comments.


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]]> 668 no Are chemical abortions impacting the water supply? Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Prolife Alberta executive director Richard Durr about a Calgary abortion clinic that’s offering chemical abortions. Durr says that unlike surgical abortions, chemical abortions are prescribed without an in-person visit increasing the risk for vulnerable and trafficked women. There’s also increased risks of complications to the mother. Rachel also wonders about the impact on the water supply. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Mar 2024 23:20:01 -0000 Are chemical abortions impacting the water supply? full 70 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Prolife Alberta executive director Richard Durr about a Calgary abortion clinic that’s offering chemical abortions. Durr says that unlike surgical abortions, chemical abortions are prescribed without an in-person visit increasing the risk for vulnerable and trafficked women. There’s also increased risks of complications to the mother. Rachel also wonders about the impact on the water supply. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Prolife Alberta executive director Richard Durr about a Calgary abortion clinic that’s offering chemical abortions.

Durr says that unlike surgical abortions, chemical abortions are prescribed without an in-person visit increasing the risk for vulnerable and trafficked women. There’s also increased risks of complications to the mother.

Rachel also wonders about the impact on the water supply.

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]]> 598 no Ottawa denies Alberta’s drug hunt scheme This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unveils Ottawa’s unwillingness to address the addictions and homelessness crisis. Earlier this week, the Trudeau government rejected a proposal from the Alberta government that would allow officials to track so-called safe supply drugs to see where they end up. Later, Rachel shares a study that shows how interest in child vaccinations has plummeted following the Covid-19 pandemic. Finally, Rachel gives an update on Alberta’s 2024 budget which was tabled this week and explains how Ottawa’s national pharmacare program is playing out. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 02 Mar 2024 18:25:04 -0000 Ottawa denies Alberta’s drug hunt scheme full 69 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unveils Ottawa’s unwillingness to address the addictions and homelessness crisis. Earlier this week, the Trudeau government rejected a proposal from the Alberta government that would allow officials to track so-called safe supply drugs to see where they end up. Later, Rachel shares a study that shows how interest in child vaccinations has plummeted following the Covid-19 pandemic. Finally, Rachel gives an update on Alberta’s 2024 budget which was tabled this week and explains how Ottawa’s national pharmacare program is playing out. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unveils Ottawa’s unwillingness to address the addictions and homelessness crisis. Earlier this week, the Trudeau government rejected a proposal from the Alberta government that would allow officials to track so-called safe supply drugs to see where they end up.

Later, Rachel shares a study that shows how interest in child vaccinations has plummeted following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Finally, Rachel gives an update on Alberta’s 2024 budget which was tabled this week and explains how Ottawa’s national pharmacare program is playing out.

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]]> 621 no Petition to recall Gondek continues to gain momentum The formal petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek under Alberta’s recall legislation continues to pick up steam. Initiated by local HVAC company owner Landon Johnston, the petition reflects growing dissatisfaction with Mayor Gondek’s leadership. However, despite the increasing number of Calgarians signing the petition, organizers say there are a number of roadblocks ahead that make their quest nearly impossible. Johnston joined Rachel Emmanuel to discuss why he started the petition and gives an update on how the campaign is going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:11:07 -0000 Petition to recall Gondek continues to gain momentum full 68 Rachel Emmanuel The formal petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek under Alberta’s recall legislation continues to pick up steam. Initiated by local HVAC company owner Landon Johnston, the petition reflects growing dissatisfaction with Mayor Gondek’s leadership. However, despite the increasing number of Calgarians signing the petition, organizers say there are a number of roadblocks ahead that make their quest nearly impossible. Johnston joined Rachel Emmanuel to discuss why he started the petition and gives an update on how the campaign is going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The formal petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek under Alberta’s recall legislation continues to pick up steam. Initiated by local HVAC company owner Landon Johnston, the petition reflects growing dissatisfaction with Mayor Gondek’s leadership.


However, despite the increasing number of Calgarians signing the petition, organizers say there are a number of roadblocks ahead that make their quest nearly impossible.


Johnston joined Rachel Emmanuel to discuss why he started the petition and gives an update on how the campaign is going.

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]]> 1099 no Trudeau visits Alberta and snubs Smith This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelling to Alberta without letting Smith know or extending an invitation to meet. Later, Rachel breaks down Smith’s budget lookahead. Also on the show, Rachel has news about when the federal government will reports its assessment of what portion of the Canada Pension Plan assets are Alberta’s. And finally, Rachel has news about a popular fast food chain opening new locations in Alberta. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 Feb 2024 18:22:50 -0000 Trudeau visits Alberta and snubs Smith full 67 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelling to Alberta without letting Smith know or extending an invitation to meet. Later, Rachel breaks down Smith’s budget lookahead. Also on the show, Rachel has news about when the federal government will reports its assessment of what portion of the Canada Pension Plan assets are Alberta’s. And finally, Rachel has news about a popular fast food chain opening new locations in Alberta. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelling to Alberta without letting Smith know or extending an invitation to meet. Later, Rachel breaks down Smith’s budget lookahead.


Also on the show, Rachel has news about when the federal government will reports its assessment of what portion of the Canada Pension Plan assets are Alberta’s.


And finally, Rachel has news about a popular fast food chain opening new locations in Alberta.


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]]> 765 no Suit seeks Covid compensation for businesses Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews prominent Alberta lawyer Jeffrey Rath on his efforts to begin a class action lawsuit on behalf of businesses impacted by forced Covid-19 closures. His move follows the recent Ingram decision, where the Calgary Court of King’s Bench declared several of Alberta’s public health orders to have been unlawfully enacted, setting a precedent for potential financial redress for impacted businesses. But before the class action can move forward, a judge must determine that it is the appropriate legal avenue for the case and confirm that the plaintiffs are genuinely representative of a broader group. Tune into the Alberta Roundup live at 4 p.m. MT.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Feb 2024 02:12:49 -0000 Suit seeks Covid compensation for businesses full 66 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews prominent Alberta lawyer Jeffrey Rath on his efforts to begin a class action lawsuit on behalf of businesses impacted by forced Covid-19 closures. His move follows the recent Ingram decision, where the Calgary Court of King’s Bench declared several of Alberta’s public health orders to have been unlawfully enacted, setting a precedent for potential financial redress for impacted businesses. But before the class action can move forward, a judge must determine that it is the appropriate legal avenue for the case and confirm that the plaintiffs are genuinely representative of a broader group. Tune into the Alberta Roundup live at 4 p.m. MT.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews prominent Alberta lawyer Jeffrey Rath on his efforts to begin a class action lawsuit on behalf of businesses impacted by forced Covid-19 closures.

His move follows the recent Ingram decision, where the Calgary Court of King’s Bench declared several of Alberta’s public health orders to have been unlawfully enacted, setting a precedent for potential financial redress for impacted businesses.

But before the class action can move forward, a judge must determine that it is the appropriate legal avenue for the case and confirm that the plaintiffs are genuinely representative of a broader group.

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]]> 1266 no Smith mocks Guilbeault’s bid to ban roads This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to the federal government’s announcement that they won’t fund new road construction. Rachel also has an exclusive video for her viewers of Smith announcing that she will end use of electronic tabulators in Alberta election. Later on the show, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and Smith’s response to some candidates promising to axe the carbon tax. And finally, there’s a new class action lawsuit brewing over forced businesses closures during Covid-19. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Feb 2024 17:39:42 -0000 Smith mocks Guilbeault’s bid to ban roads full 65 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to the federal government’s announcement that they won’t fund new road construction. Rachel also has an exclusive video for her viewers of Smith announcing that she will end use of electronic tabulators in Alberta election. Later on the show, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and Smith’s response to some candidates promising to axe the carbon tax. And finally, there’s a new class action lawsuit brewing over forced businesses closures during Covid-19. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to the federal government’s announcement that they won’t fund new road construction. Rachel also has an exclusive video for her viewers of Smith announcing that she will end use of electronic tabulators in Alberta election.


Later on the show, Rachel has an update on the Alberta NDP leadership race and Smith’s response to some candidates promising to axe the carbon tax.


And finally, there’s a new class action lawsuit brewing over forced businesses closures during Covid-19.


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]]> 769 no Correcting the record about an Alberta Pension Plan This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Nadine Wellwood, a chartered investment manager who is embarking on a campaign to educate Albertans on the benefits of an Alberta Pension Plan. Wellwood, a former federal PPC candidate, says there’s been fear mongering about the pension, which has undeniable benefits for Albertans. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Feb 2024 23:05:23 -0000 Correcting the record about an Alberta Pension Plan full 64 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Nadine Wellwood, a chartered investment manager who is embarking on a campaign to educate Albertans on the benefits of an Alberta Pension Plan. Wellwood, a former federal PPC candidate, says there’s been fear mongering about the pension, which has undeniable benefits for Albertans. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Nadine Wellwood, a chartered investment manager who is embarking on a campaign to educate Albertans on the benefits of an Alberta Pension Plan. Wellwood, a former federal PPC candidate, says there’s been fear mongering about the pension, which has undeniable benefits for Albertans. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!



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]]> 956 no Poilievre stands with Smith This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre weighs in on the ongoing debate about parental rights. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith travels to Ottawa for meetings with federal ministers and announces a new Alberta office. Questions on her recent transgender policies dominate her visit. Later, Rachel explains how a Liberal MP snubs Smith after challenging her to testify at his committee. And finally, Rachel has details about a petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:53:19 -0000 Poilievre stands with Smith full 63 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre weighs in on the ongoing debate about parental rights. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith travels to Ottawa for meetings with federal ministers and announces a new Alberta office. Questions on her recent transgender policies dominate her visit. Later, Rachel explains how a Liberal MP snubs Smith after challenging her to testify at his committee. And finally, Rachel has details about a petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre weighs in on the ongoing debate about parental rights. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith travels to Ottawa for meetings with federal ministers and announces a new Alberta office. Questions on her recent transgender policies dominate her visit.

Later, Rachel explains how a Liberal MP snubs Smith after challenging her to testify at his committee.

And finally, Rachel has details about a petition to recall Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek.

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]]> 701 no What Albertans really think of Smith's gender policies This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes to the streets to hear what Albertans really think about Premier Smith’s new transgender policies.  Some Albertans say the Premier was right to protect children, while others say the decision should be left up to parents. There seems to be agreement that women’s sports need to be protected.  Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2024 23:54:35 -0000 What Albertans really think of Smith's gender policies full 62 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes to the streets to hear what Albertans really think about Premier Smith’s new transgender policies.  Some Albertans say the Premier was right to protect children, while others say the decision should be left up to parents. There seems to be agreement that women’s sports need to be protected.  Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes to the streets to hear what Albertans really think about Premier Smith’s new transgender policies. 


Some Albertans say the Premier was right to protect children, while others say the decision should be left up to parents. There seems to be agreement that women’s sports need to be protected. 


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]]> 591 no Trudeau goes to war with Smith over parental rights This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comprehensive policy announcement to protect kids, parental rights, and female athletes. She also breaks down how the left, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have lost their collective minds about this policy. Also on the show, Rachel has an update about the province’s early efforts to mitigate the risk of severe drought this spring. And finally, the Alberta government is making moves to address the single use plastic bans in some municipalities. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 03 Feb 2024 20:44:59 -0000 Trudeau goes to war with Smith over parental rights full 61 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comprehensive policy announcement to protect kids, parental rights, and female athletes. She also breaks down how the left, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have lost their collective minds about this policy. Also on the show, Rachel has an update about the province’s early efforts to mitigate the risk of severe drought this spring. And finally, the Alberta government is making moves to address the single use plastic bans in some municipalities. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel unpacks Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comprehensive policy announcement to protect kids, parental rights, and female athletes. She also breaks down how the left, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have lost their collective minds about this policy.

Also on the show, Rachel has an update about the province’s early efforts to mitigate the risk of severe drought this spring.

And finally, the Alberta government is making moves to address the single use plastic bans in some municipalities.

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]]> 898 no Carlson and Smith trigger the left This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the left melting down over Tucker Carlson’s visit to Alberta. While appearing on Carlson’s show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that she would double Alberta’s oil and gas production. Also on the show, there was an active shooter at Edmonton City Hall this week and gunshots can be heard during a recording of a city council committee meeting. And finally, CSIS is warning Alberta of foreign entities wishing to exert their influence due to the province’s economy, resources and large number of ethnic communities. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 27 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0000 Carlson and Smith trigger the left full 60 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the left melting down over Tucker Carlson’s visit to Alberta. While appearing on Carlson’s show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that she would double Alberta’s oil and gas production. Also on the show, there was an active shooter at Edmonton City Hall this week and gunshots can be heard during a recording of a city council committee meeting. And finally, CSIS is warning Alberta of foreign entities wishing to exert their influence due to the province’s economy, resources and large number of ethnic communities. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the left melting down over Tucker Carlson’s visit to Alberta. While appearing on Carlson’s show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that she would double Alberta’s oil and gas production.

Also on the show, there was an active shooter at Edmonton City Hall this week and gunshots can be heard during a recording of a city council committee meeting.

And finally, CSIS is warning Alberta of foreign entities wishing to exert their influence due to the province’s economy, resources and large number of ethnic communities.

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]]> 691 no Notley steps down as Alberta NDP leader This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Rachel Notley’s announcement that she will step down as the leader of the Alberta NDP once a new leader is elected. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is thanking Albertans for responding to last week’s energy emergency. Finally, Rachel has an exciting announcement. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Jan 2024 19:44:45 -0000 Notley steps down as Alberta NDP leader full 59 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Rachel Notley’s announcement that she will step down as the leader of the Alberta NDP once a new leader is elected. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is thanking Albertans for responding to last week’s energy emergency. Finally, Rachel has an exciting announcement. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Rachel Notley’s announcement that she will step down as the leader of the Alberta NDP once a new leader is elected.


Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is thanking Albertans for responding to last week’s energy emergency.


Finally, Rachel has an exciting announcement.


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]]> 740 no Can Smith solve Alberta’s healthcare crisis? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses some of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to continue addressing the healthcare crisis in 2024. Meanwhile, the Edmonton police are warning of gang activity in homeless encampments, and the UCP government is once again coming under fire for a deal it made last year to procure children’s medication from a Turkish manufacturer. Finally, it’s hard to believe with all this snow, but do you know Alberta is facing a possible drought this spring? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Jan 2024 19:04:06 -0000 Can Smith solve Alberta’s healthcare crisis? full 58 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses some of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to continue addressing the healthcare crisis in 2024. Meanwhile, the Edmonton police are warning of gang activity in homeless encampments, and the UCP government is once again coming under fire for a deal it made last year to procure children’s medication from a Turkish manufacturer. Finally, it’s hard to believe with all this snow, but do you know Alberta is facing a possible drought this spring? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses some of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to continue addressing the healthcare crisis in 2024.

Meanwhile, the Edmonton police are warning of gang activity in homeless encampments, and the UCP government is once again coming under fire for a deal it made last year to procure children’s medication from a Turkish manufacturer.

Finally, it’s hard to believe with all this snow, but do you know Alberta is facing a possible drought this spring?

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]]> 801 no Taxpayer group predicts another difficult year While the inflation crisis continues to impact Canadians’ finances, many are looking to the government to lower the cost of living – namely tax breaks. Provinces like Manitoba and Saskatchewan have provided tax relief for their residents, but what’s the plan in Alberta? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Kris Sims, to discuss taxes in Alberta, the state of the province’s economy, and what Albertans can expect in 2024. Unfortunately, Sims is predicting another difficult year for Albertans. Tune into the Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 Jan 2024 17:19:07 -0000 Taxpayer group predicts another difficult year full 59 Rachel Emmanuel While the inflation crisis continues to impact Canadians’ finances, many are looking to the government to lower the cost of living – namely tax breaks. Provinces like Manitoba and Saskatchewan have provided tax relief for their residents, but what’s the plan in Alberta? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Kris Sims, to discuss taxes in Alberta, the state of the province’s economy, and what Albertans can expect in 2024. Unfortunately, Sims is predicting another difficult year for Albertans. Tune into the Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While the inflation crisis continues to impact Canadians’ finances, many are looking to the government to lower the cost of living – namely tax breaks. Provinces like Manitoba and Saskatchewan have provided tax relief for their residents, but what’s the plan in Alberta?

This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Kris Sims, to discuss taxes in Alberta, the state of the province’s economy, and what Albertans can expect in 2024.

Unfortunately, Sims is predicting another difficult year for Albertans.

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]]> 900 no Students taught “safe crack smoking” This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Jeff Park, the executive director of the Alberta Parents Union. Emmanuel and Park discuss a recent incident at a Medicine Hat high school where students were given pamphlets on safe drug consumption at a wellness fair. The pamphlet included material on “safe crack smoking” and “safer crystal meth smoking.” Park says the school’s response has not done anything to repair the damage and mistrust caused. Also on the show, Rachel responds to questions from True North insiders. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Dec 2023 14:30:00 -0000 Students taught “safe crack smoking” full 56 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Jeff Park, the executive director of the Alberta Parents Union. Emmanuel and Park discuss a recent incident at a Medicine Hat high school where students were given pamphlets on safe drug consumption at a wellness fair. The pamphlet included material on “safe crack smoking” and “safer crystal meth smoking.” Park says the school’s response has not done anything to repair the damage and mistrust caused. Also on the show, Rachel responds to questions from True North insiders. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Jeff Park, the executive director of the Alberta Parents Union.

Emmanuel and Park discuss a recent incident at a Medicine Hat high school where students were given pamphlets on safe drug consumption at a wellness fair. The pamphlet included material on “safe crack smoking” and “safer crystal meth smoking.”

Park says the school’s response has not done anything to repair the damage and mistrust caused.

Also on the show, Rachel responds to questions from True North insiders.

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]]> 855 no Smith trashes Trudeau’s EV mandate This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains a recent controversy after pamphlets on how to use illicit drugs were found at a Medicine Hat high school wellness fair. Also on the show, the Edmonton fire chief says homeless encampments are resulting in dangerous and even fatal fires in the city. And finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to new federal regulations mandating electric vehicles. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 23 Dec 2023 20:03:23 -0000 Smith trashes Trudeau’s EV mandate full 55 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains a recent controversy after pamphlets on how to use illicit drugs were found at a Medicine Hat high school wellness fair. Also on the show, the Edmonton fire chief says homeless encampments are resulting in dangerous and even fatal fires in the city. And finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to new federal regulations mandating electric vehicles. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains a recent controversy after pamphlets on how to use illicit drugs were found at a Medicine Hat high school wellness fair.

Also on the show, the Edmonton fire chief says homeless encampments are resulting in dangerous and even fatal fires in the city.

And finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s response to new federal regulations mandating electric vehicles.

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]]> 620 no Smith calls Guilbeault “awful” and “dangerous” This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest complaints about federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. Smith called Guilbeault “awful” and “dangerous” to federation, and asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to immediately replace the Environment minister. Also on the show, the Alberta government is making changes to reporting collisions which will take effect on January 1. Finally, Rachel talks about faculty at the University of Alberta who removed Christmas trees after a student asked to display a menorah. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Dec 2023 21:13:06 -0000 Smith calls Guilbeault “awful” and “dangerous” full 54 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest complaints about federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. Smith called Guilbeault “awful” and “dangerous” to federation, and asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to immediately replace the Environment minister. Also on the show, the Alberta government is making changes to reporting collisions which will take effect on January 1. Finally, Rachel talks about faculty at the University of Alberta who removed Christmas trees after a student asked to display a menorah. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel has Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest complaints about federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. Smith called Guilbeault “awful” and “dangerous” to federation, and asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to immediately replace the Environment minister.

Also on the show, the Alberta government is making changes to reporting collisions which will take effect on January 1.

Finally, Rachel talks about faculty at the University of Alberta who removed Christmas trees after a student asked to display a menorah.

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]]> 657 no Alberta won’t be bullied by Ottawa: Smith This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Act citing a lack of progress with the Trudeau government. Plus, Smith is slamming the feds for their emissions cap on the oil and gas sector. Also on the show, a lockdown advocate and Alberta NDP supporter is back in the news — this time for blaming Canada’s poor climate performance on Smith. Rachel has some news about the COP28 conference in Dubai. Finally, she responds to some of your comments from last week. These stories and more on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:10:24 -0000 Alberta won’t be bullied by Ottawa: Smith full 53 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Act citing a lack of progress with the Trudeau government. Plus, Smith is slamming the feds for their emissions cap on the oil and gas sector. Also on the show, a lockdown advocate and Alberta NDP supporter is back in the news — this time for blaming Canada’s poor climate performance on Smith. Rachel has some news about the COP28 conference in Dubai. Finally, she responds to some of your comments from last week. These stories and more on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Act citing a lack of progress with the Trudeau government. Plus, Smith is slamming the feds for their emissions cap on the oil and gas sector.

Also on the show, a lockdown advocate and Alberta NDP supporter is back in the news — this time for blaming Canada’s poor climate performance on Smith. Rachel has some news about the COP28 conference in Dubai.

Finally, she responds to some of your comments from last week.

These stories and more on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now!

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]]> 311 no Smith invokes Sovereignty Act to “protect Albertans” from Trudeau gov This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act for the first time to challenge the Trudeau government’s electricity regulations. Smith says she invoked the act “to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations.” Plus, Rachel explains why a decision to remove photo radar from ring roads in Calgary and Edmonton doesn’t go far enough. Finally, Rachel has news about a major investment in the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 02 Dec 2023 17:36:16 -0000 Smith invokes Sovereignty Act to “protect Albertans” from Trudeau gov full 52 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act for the first time to challenge the Trudeau government’s electricity regulations. Smith says she invoked the act “to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations.” Plus, Rachel explains why a decision to remove photo radar from ring roads in Calgary and Edmonton doesn’t go far enough. Finally, Rachel has news about a major investment in the province. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to invoke the Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act for the first time to challenge the Trudeau government’s electricity regulations. Smith says she invoked the act “to create a shield to protect Albertans from Ottawa’s dangerous and unconstitutional electricity regulations.”

Plus, Rachel explains why a decision to remove photo radar from ring roads in Calgary and Edmonton doesn’t go far enough.

Finally, Rachel has news about a major investment in the province.

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]]> 563 no The Alberta Roundup is back! This week, Rachel Emmanuel and Andrew Lawton catch up on some major news stories from the last few weeks. They discuss the dismantling of AHS, the Alberta Pension Plan, and two major victories Alberta won in the Supreme Court. Also, a UCP cabinet minister had some strong words for the party membership. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 Nov 2023 18:18:07 -0000 The Alberta Roundup is back! full 51 Rachel Emmanuel This week, Rachel Emmanuel and Andrew Lawton catch up on some major news stories from the last few weeks. They discuss the dismantling of AHS, the Alberta Pension Plan, and two major victories Alberta won in the Supreme Court. Also, a UCP cabinet minister had some strong words for the party membership. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Rachel Emmanuel and Andrew Lawton catch up on some major news stories from the last few weeks. They discuss the dismantling of AHS, the Alberta Pension Plan, and two major victories Alberta won in the Supreme Court.

Also, a UCP cabinet minister had some strong words for the party membership.

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]]> 913 no Another disastrous visit to Alberta for Trudeau Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s troubled visit to the Calgary Stampede. First, Premier Danielle Smith rejected his net zero electricity grid by 2035 target, and then Trudeau decided to try cooking for the first time. A Liberal rally also went awry when protesters showed up. Finally, Rachel has an announcement to share and she addresses some of your comments from last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 11 Jul 2023 22:18:33 -0000 Another disastrous visit to Alberta for Trudeau full 50 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s troubled visit to the Calgary Stampede. First, Premier Danielle Smith rejected his net zero electricity grid by 2035 target, and then Trudeau decided to try cooking for the first time. A Liberal rally also went awry when protesters showed up. Finally, Rachel has an announcement to share and she addresses some of your comments from last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s troubled visit to the Calgary Stampede. First, Premier Danielle Smith rejected his net zero electricity grid by 2035 target, and then Trudeau decided to try cooking for the first time. A Liberal rally also went awry when protesters showed up.

Finally, Rachel has an announcement to share and she addresses some of your comments from last week.

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]]> 547 no CBC ‘regrets’ publishing fake news This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes what CBC News got wrong earlier this year and why their response doesn’t go far enough. Rachel also reveals the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers in Bill C-18. Finally, Rachel reads some of your comments from last week. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Jul 2023 19:08:37 -0000 CBC ‘regrets’ publishing fake news full 49 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes what CBC News got wrong earlier this year and why their response doesn’t go far enough. Rachel also reveals the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers in Bill C-18. Finally, Rachel reads some of your comments from last week. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes what CBC News got wrong earlier this year and why their response doesn’t go far enough.

Rachel also reveals the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers in Bill C-18. Finally, Rachel reads some of your comments from last week.

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]]> 672 no C-18’s hidden cost to taxpayers Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Kris Sims, the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Rachel and Kris discuss Bill C-18 and the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers. Also on the show, Rachel and Kris dive into the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations which came into effect on Saturday. Happy Canada Day! A new tax from the Liberal government. But what exactly does it mean for Albertans? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:43:36 -0000 C-18’s hidden cost to taxpayers full 48 Rachel Emmanuel Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Kris Sims, the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Rachel and Kris discuss Bill C-18 and the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers. Also on the show, Rachel and Kris dive into the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations which came into effect on Saturday. Happy Canada Day! A new tax from the Liberal government. But what exactly does it mean for Albertans? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel is joined by Kris Sims, the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Rachel and Kris discuss Bill C-18 and the hidden cost to Canadian taxpayers.

Also on the show, Rachel and Kris dive into the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations which came into effect on Saturday. Happy Canada Day! A new tax from the Liberal government. But what exactly does it mean for Albertans?

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]]> 1037 no Danielle Smith accused of ‘stalling’ clean energy This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s response to the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations. Also this week, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was accused of “stalling” the transition to clean energy. Rachel also has an exclusive interview with a Canadian woman who’s seeking treatment in the US after being denied an organ transplant in Canada. You can donate to Sheila Annete Lewis’ GiveSendGo by clicking HERE. And, some Alberta doctors are upset that former provincial chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw’s recent job offer was rescinded. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 01 Jul 2023 17:46:04 -0000 Danielle Smith accused of ‘stalling’ clean energy full Rachel Emmanuel Danielle Smith accused of ‘stalling’ clean energy This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s response to the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations. Also this week, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was accused of “stalling” the transition to clean energy. Rachel also has an exclusive interview with a Canadian woman who’s seeking treatment in the US after being denied an organ transplant in Canada. You can donate to Sheila Annete Lewis’ GiveSendGo by clicking HERE. And, some Alberta doctors are upset that former provincial chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw’s recent job offer was rescinded. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s response to the federal government’s new Clean Fuel Regulations.

Also this week, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was accused of “stalling” the transition to clean energy.

Rachel also has an exclusive interview with a Canadian woman who’s seeking treatment in the US after being denied an organ transplant in Canada.

You can donate to Sheila Annete Lewis’ GiveSendGo by clicking HERE.

And, some Alberta doctors are upset that former provincial chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw’s recent job offer was rescinded.

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]]> 727 no Unvaxxed Albertan fights for her life On this special episode of the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel interviews Sheila Annette Lewis — a Canadian woman who’s been denied an organ transplant because she refused the Covid-19 vaccine. An Alberta appeal court has said it is a virtually certainty Lewis will die without the transplant. Lewis has recently been given a new hope by an American hospital which has agreed to give her the transplant if testing reveals her body is still healthy enough. But, she’ll need to fundraise $600,000 USD for the surgery. She’s currently crowdfunding through GiveSendGo. Lewis expresses frustration that the details of her case have been hidden under a publication ban, but also explains why she keeps fighting against all odds.Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Support Sheila here: https://www.givesendgo.com/GAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:04:06 -0000 Unvaxxed Albertan fights for her life full 46 Rachel Emmanuel On this special episode of the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel interviews Sheila Annette Lewis — a Canadian woman who’s been denied an organ transplant because she refused the Covid-19 vaccine. An Alberta appeal court has said it is a virtually certainty Lewis will die without the transplant. Lewis has recently been given a new hope by an American hospital which has agreed to give her the transplant if testing reveals her body is still healthy enough. But, she’ll need to fundraise $600,000 USD for the surgery. She’s currently crowdfunding through GiveSendGo. Lewis expresses frustration that the details of her case have been hidden under a publication ban, but also explains why she keeps fighting against all odds.Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Support Sheila here: https://www.givesendgo.com/GAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this special episode of the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel interviews Sheila Annette Lewis — a Canadian woman who’s been denied an organ transplant because she refused the Covid-19 vaccine. An Alberta appeal court has said it is a virtually certainty Lewis will die without the transplant.

Lewis has recently been given a new hope by an American hospital which has agreed to give her the transplant if testing reveals her body is still healthy enough. But, she’ll need to fundraise $600,000 USD for the surgery. She’s currently crowdfunding through GiveSendGo.

Lewis expresses frustration that the details of her case have been hidden under a publication ban, but also explains why she keeps fighting against all odds.Tune into the Alberta Roundup now!

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]]> 1194 no Inside AHS’ bid to rehire Deena Hinshaw This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel announces that a dying unvaccinated woman has been given new hope by an American hospital, but she’ll need to fundraise over half a million dollars. Rachel also breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s meeting with federal counterparts to discuss energy policy. And, the UCP government followed through on its campaign promise to pause the fuel tax till the end of the year. Finally, Rachel has a revelation about former Alberta chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw you won’t want to miss. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:01:17 -0000 Inside AHS’ bid to rehire Deena Hinshaw full Rachel Emmanuel Inside AHS’ bid to rehire Deena Hinshaw This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel announces that a dying unvaccinated woman has been given new hope by an American hospital, but she’ll need to fundraise over half a million dollars. Rachel also breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s meeting with federal counterparts to discuss energy policy. And, the UCP government followed through on its campaign promise to pause the fuel tax till the end of the year. Finally, Rachel has a revelation about former Alberta chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw you won’t want to miss. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel announces that a dying unvaccinated woman has been given new hope by an American hospital, but she’ll need to fundraise over half a million dollars.


Rachel also breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s meeting with federal counterparts to discuss energy policy. And, the UCP government followed through on its campaign promise to pause the fuel tax till the end of the year.


Finally, Rachel has a revelation about former Alberta chief medical health officer Deena Hinshaw you won’t want to miss.


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]]> 830 no Smith teases Conservative coalition This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that she’s prepared to form a coalition with like-minded provinces to fight the Trudeau government’s energy policies. Rachel also breaks down Meta’s responses to Smith’s claims that she was briefly banned from Facebook. Finally, Rachel reveals that Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley is going to spend some time considering her role as party leader. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Jun 2023 18:23:33 -0000 Smith teases Conservative coalition full 44 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that she’s prepared to form a coalition with like-minded provinces to fight the Trudeau government’s energy policies. Rachel also breaks down Meta’s responses to Smith’s claims that she was briefly banned from Facebook. Finally, Rachel reveals that Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley is going to spend some time considering her role as party leader. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that she’s prepared to form a coalition with like-minded provinces to fight the Trudeau government’s energy policies.

Rachel also breaks down Meta’s responses to Smith’s claims that she was briefly banned from Facebook.

Finally, Rachel reveals that Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley is going to spend some time considering her role as party leader.

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]]> 1046 no Smith announces arson investigation This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest pledge to hire outside arson investigators to look into the 175 wildfires that have no known cause. Rachel also takes a quick look at the new cabinet, and the official election results which includes new numbers for two recounts. Finally, Rachel has some shocking news about Calgary city council’s latest bid to restrict pro life messaging. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Jun 2023 20:02:17 -0000 Smith announces arson investigation full Rachel Emmanuel Smith announces arson investigation This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest pledge to hire outside arson investigators to look into the 175 wildfires that have no known cause. Rachel also takes a quick look at the new cabinet, and the official election results which includes new numbers for two recounts. Finally, Rachel has some shocking news about Calgary city council’s latest bid to restrict pro life messaging. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s latest pledge to hire outside arson investigators to look into the 175 wildfires that have no known cause.

Rachel also takes a quick look at the new cabinet, and the official election results which includes new numbers for two recounts.

Finally, Rachel has some shocking news about Calgary city council’s latest bid to restrict pro life messaging.

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]]> 852 no Libs meltdown over Smith win This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta election results, including some of the close ridings. She also takes a look at the left melting down over Danielle Smith’s re-elected UCP government. Finally, Rachel discusses a new course being offered to student in St. Albert and responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 03 Jun 2023 18:58:44 -0000 Libs meltdown over Smith win full 42 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta election results, including some of the close ridings. She also takes a look at the left melting down over Danielle Smith’s re-elected UCP government. Finally, Rachel discusses a new course being offered to student in St. Albert and responds to some of your comments. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta election results, including some of the close ridings. She also takes a look at the left melting down over Danielle Smith’s re-elected UCP government.


Finally, Rachel discusses a new course being offered to student in St. Albert and responds to some of your comments.


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]]> 894 no What's your prediction for the election? As the final week of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign comes to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith announced that her reelected government would force future governments to hold a referendum if they want to increase personal taxes or taxes on job creators. She also hosted a massive rally outside Calgary on Thursday night. We’ll also discuss the advanced polls and polling numbers. And finally, the panel will give their election predictions. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four-week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 27 May 2023 19:01:11 -0000 What's your prediction for the election? full 41 Rachel Emmanuel As the final week of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign comes to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith announced that her reelected government would force future governments to hold a referendum if they want to increase personal taxes or taxes on job creators. She also hosted a massive rally outside Calgary on Thursday night. We’ll also discuss the advanced polls and polling numbers. And finally, the panel will give their election predictions. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four-week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the final week of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign comes to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week.

UCP leader Danielle Smith announced that her reelected government would force future governments to hold a referendum if they want to increase personal taxes or taxes on job creators. She also hosted a massive rally outside Calgary on Thursday night.

We’ll also discuss the advanced polls and polling numbers. And finally, the panel will give their election predictions.

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]]> 1647 no Danielle Smith’s Debate Knockout With week three of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith announced a novel policy to deal with the addictions crisis, and the legacy media doesn’t want to talk about a new Ethics Commissioner report which found no evidence the premier’s office contacted Crown prosecutors on Covid prosecutions. We’ll also discuss Smith’s Thursday night debate knockout. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four-week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 May 2023 19:35:32 -0000 Danielle Smith’s Debate Knockout full 40 Rachel Emmanuel With week three of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith announced a novel policy to deal with the addictions crisis, and the legacy media doesn’t want to talk about a new Ethics Commissioner report which found no evidence the premier’s office contacted Crown prosecutors on Covid prosecutions. We’ll also discuss Smith’s Thursday night debate knockout. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four-week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With week three of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week.

UCP leader Danielle Smith announced a novel policy to deal with the addictions crisis, and the legacy media doesn’t want to talk about a new Ethics Commissioner report which found no evidence the premier’s office contacted Crown prosecutors on Covid prosecutions.

We’ll also discuss Smith’s Thursday night debate knockout.

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]]> 1659 no Smith fights fires while Notley goes negative With week two of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith was noticeably absent this week to respond to the wildfires in the province’s north, while Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley used the crisis to launch partisan attacks at her opponent. Both Smith and Notley are appealing to voters through tax cuts announcements, public safety strategies, and other cost saving measures. Are voters paying attention? Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 May 2023 19:19:23 -0000 Smith fights fires while Notley goes negative full 39 Rachel Emmanuel With week two of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. UCP leader Danielle Smith was noticeably absent this week to respond to the wildfires in the province’s north, while Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley used the crisis to launch partisan attacks at her opponent. Both Smith and Notley are appealing to voters through tax cuts announcements, public safety strategies, and other cost saving measures. Are voters paying attention? Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With week two of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by Canadian Taxpayers Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims, Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies, and UCP Senior Campaign Advisor Erika Barootes to discuss the top campaign moments of the week.

UCP leader Danielle Smith was noticeably absent this week to respond to the wildfires in the province’s north, while Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley used the crisis to launch partisan attacks at her opponent.

Both Smith and Notley are appealing to voters through tax cuts announcements, public safety strategies, and other cost saving measures. Are voters paying attention?

Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now!

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]]> 1378 no UCP comes out ahead on bungled announcement With week one of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims and Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. Rachel, Evan and Kris discuss the top themes emerging from the campaign, and how UCP leader Danielle Smith’s pledge to cut taxes compares with NDP leader Rachel Notley’s promise for free birth control. They also take a look at polling trends, and discuss how a UCP announcement spent more time in the headlines after a disagreement over the costing. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 May 2023 21:47:38 -0000 UCP comes out ahead on bungled announcement full 38 Rachel Emmanuel With week one of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims and Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies to discuss the top campaign moments of the week. Rachel, Evan and Kris discuss the top themes emerging from the campaign, and how UCP leader Danielle Smith’s pledge to cut taxes compares with NDP leader Rachel Notley’s promise for free birth control. They also take a look at polling trends, and discuss how a UCP announcement spent more time in the headlines after a disagreement over the costing. Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With week one of the 2023 Alberta provincial election campaign coming to a close, Rachel Emmanuel is joined by the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation Alberta Director Kris Sims and Crestview Strategies Senior Campaign Strategist Evan Menzies to discuss the top campaign moments of the week.

Rachel, Evan and Kris discuss the top themes emerging from the campaign, and how UCP leader Danielle Smith’s pledge to cut taxes compares with NDP leader Rachel Notley’s promise for free birth control.

They also take a look at polling trends, and discuss how a UCP announcement spent more time in the headlines after a disagreement over the costing.

Election Watch, a special edition of the Alberta Roundup, will run for the four week election campaign. Tune in now!

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]]> 1190 no Standing up for law-abiding gun owners This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel catches up with the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights spokesperson Tracey Wilson for an update on their legal challenge of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s order in council which banned over 1,500 models of firearms. Wilson gives an update on the case and reveals whether she thinks the federal court will rule in favour of the CCFR. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:22:25 -0000 Standing up for law-abiding gun owners full 37 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel catches up with the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights spokesperson Tracey Wilson for an update on their legal challenge of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s order in council which banned over 1,500 models of firearms. Wilson gives an update on the case and reveals whether she thinks the federal court will rule in favour of the CCFR. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel catches up with the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights spokesperson Tracey Wilson for an update on their legal challenge of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s order in council which banned over 1,500 models of firearms.

Wilson gives an update on the case and reveals whether she thinks the federal court will rule in favour of the CCFR.

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]]> 860 no Notley blacklists independent media This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s decision to blacklist reporters she doesn’t like and the Independent Press Gallery’s response. Also on the show, Rachel discusses a new United Conservative Party government proposal which would seek involuntary treatment for drug addicts who are a harm to themselves or others. What’s your take on the idea? Finally, Rachel has an update on a dying woman’s bid to return to the top of the organ donor transplant list. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 22 Apr 2023 19:42:44 -0000 Notley blacklists independent media full 36 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s decision to blacklist reporters she doesn’t like and the Independent Press Gallery’s response. Also on the show, Rachel discusses a new United Conservative Party government proposal which would seek involuntary treatment for drug addicts who are a harm to themselves or others. What’s your take on the idea? Finally, Rachel has an update on a dying woman’s bid to return to the top of the organ donor transplant list. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel analyzes Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s decision to blacklist reporters she doesn’t like and the Independent Press Gallery’s response.

Also on the show, Rachel discusses a new United Conservative Party government proposal which would seek involuntary treatment for drug addicts who are a harm to themselves or others. What’s your take on the idea?

Finally, Rachel has an update on a dying woman’s bid to return to the top of the organ donor transplant list.

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]]> 955 no Peterson suggests separation This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s new memorandum of understanding with Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Later in the show, Rachel covers Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s visit to Edmonton and his thoughts on public safety and the Canadian Press. Rachel wants to know what you think of Poilievre’s media strategy. Also on the show, Rachel explains why the Ethics commissioner is investigating Premier Smith and what the premier thinks about it. Finally, Rachel ends with her weekly comment roundup. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Apr 2023 17:15:45 -0000 Peterson suggests separation full 35 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s new memorandum of understanding with Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Later in the show, Rachel covers Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s visit to Edmonton and his thoughts on public safety and the Canadian Press. Rachel wants to know what you think of Poilievre’s media strategy. Also on the show, Rachel explains why the Ethics commissioner is investigating Premier Smith and what the premier thinks about it. Finally, Rachel ends with her weekly comment roundup. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the Alberta government’s new memorandum of understanding with Saskatchewan and Manitoba.


Later in the show, Rachel covers Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s visit to Edmonton and his thoughts on public safety and the Canadian Press. Rachel wants to know what you think of Poilievre’s media strategy.


Also on the show, Rachel explains why the Ethics commissioner is investigating Premier Smith and what the premier thinks about it.


Finally, Rachel ends with her weekly comment roundup.


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]]> 780 no Smith puts the CBC on notice This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s legal notice to CBC News. Rachel also covers rising crime statistics in Calgary and Edmonton, and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s response to a tough question about her record on defunding the police. Finally, Rachel has an important update about election tabulators being used in the upcoming provincial vote. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Apr 2023 19:56:06 -0000 Smith puts the CBC on notice full 34 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s legal notice to CBC News. Rachel also covers rising crime statistics in Calgary and Edmonton, and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s response to a tough question about her record on defunding the police. Finally, Rachel has an important update about election tabulators being used in the upcoming provincial vote. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s legal notice to CBC News.

Rachel also covers rising crime statistics in Calgary and Edmonton, and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s response to a tough question about her record on defunding the police.

Finally, Rachel has an important update about election tabulators being used in the upcoming provincial vote.

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]]> 693 no Smith threatens lawsuit against CBC This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comments hinting at a possible lawsuit against CBC. Also on the show, Rachel talks how the Independence party turfed former leader Artur Pawlowski. And finally, Rachel discusses whether electronic tabulators will have a role in the upcoming provincial election. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:33:37 -0000 Smith threatens lawsuit against CBC full 33 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comments hinting at a possible lawsuit against CBC. Also on the show, Rachel talks how the Independence party turfed former leader Artur Pawlowski. And finally, Rachel discusses whether electronic tabulators will have a role in the upcoming provincial election. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comments hinting at a possible lawsuit against CBC.

Also on the show, Rachel talks how the Independence party turfed former leader Artur Pawlowski.

And finally, Rachel discusses whether electronic tabulators will have a role in the upcoming provincial election.

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]]> 918 no Smith has a plan to win in big cities This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to win big cities like Edmonton and Calgary in the upcoming spring election. Also on the show, Rachel explains what provincial governments said to Canada’s top court this week as they argued against Bill C-69. Finally, an Alberta cabinet minister has announced they won’t seek reelection this spring. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 Mar 2023 20:05:00 -0000 Smith has a plan to win in big cities full Rachel Emmanuel Smith has a plan to win in big cities This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to win big cities like Edmonton and Calgary in the upcoming spring election. Also on the show, Rachel explains what provincial governments said to Canada’s top court this week as they argued against Bill C-69. Finally, an Alberta cabinet minister has announced they won’t seek reelection this spring. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to win big cities like Edmonton and Calgary in the upcoming spring election.

Also on the show, Rachel explains what provincial governments said to Canada’s top court this week as they argued against Bill C-69.

Finally, an Alberta cabinet minister has announced they won’t seek reelection this spring.

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]]> 718 no Arrested for protesting drag queen story hour (Ft. Pastor Derek Reimer) This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Calgary Pastor Derek Reimer who was arrested and charged after protesting at a drag queen story hour at a public library. Rachel and Reimer discussed his case, as well as a new bylaw in Calgary which prohibits “specified” protesters from coming within 100-metres of a public building, and which expands the harassment bylaw to include intimidation. Reimer was arrested in Calgary for a second time just one day after Rachel spoke with him. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 18 Mar 2023 18:54:09 -0000 Arrested for protesting drag queen story hour (Ft. Pastor Derek Reimer) full 31 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Calgary Pastor Derek Reimer who was arrested and charged after protesting at a drag queen story hour at a public library. Rachel and Reimer discussed his case, as well as a new bylaw in Calgary which prohibits “specified” protesters from coming within 100-metres of a public building, and which expands the harassment bylaw to include intimidation. Reimer was arrested in Calgary for a second time just one day after Rachel spoke with him. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews Calgary Pastor Derek Reimer who was arrested and charged after protesting at a drag queen story hour at a public library.

Rachel and Reimer discussed his case, as well as a new bylaw in Calgary which prohibits “specified” protesters from coming within 100-metres of a public building, and which expands the harassment bylaw to include intimidation.

Reimer was arrested in Calgary for a second time just one day after Rachel spoke with him.

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]]> 1205 no Alberta won’t take Quebec’s asylum seekers This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel covers the Alberta government saying it has no plans to take in illegal border crosses entering at Roxham Road in Quebec. The crossers are currently straining resources in Quebec and Ontario and now some are being sent to the Maritimes. Also on the show, a new Abacus Data poll shows that the Alberta NDP are tied with the UCP ahead of May’s general election. Finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s bid to get the federal government to commit to bail reform. Following a meeting with provincial and territorial ministers, Ottawa has agreed to amend the Criminal Code to make it harder for violent offenders to get bail — an amendment Alberta says must be made immediately Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Mar 2023 21:15:34 -0000 Alberta won’t take Quebec’s asylum seekers full 30 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel covers the Alberta government saying it has no plans to take in illegal border crosses entering at Roxham Road in Quebec. The crossers are currently straining resources in Quebec and Ontario and now some are being sent to the Maritimes. Also on the show, a new Abacus Data poll shows that the Alberta NDP are tied with the UCP ahead of May’s general election. Finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s bid to get the federal government to commit to bail reform. Following a meeting with provincial and territorial ministers, Ottawa has agreed to amend the Criminal Code to make it harder for violent offenders to get bail — an amendment Alberta says must be made immediately Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel covers the Alberta government saying it has no plans to take in illegal border crosses entering at Roxham Road in Quebec. The crossers are currently straining resources in Quebec and Ontario and now some are being sent to the Maritimes.

Also on the show, a new Abacus Data poll shows that the Alberta NDP are tied with the UCP ahead of May’s general election.

Finally, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s bid to get the federal government to commit to bail reform. Following a meeting with provincial and territorial ministers, Ottawa has agreed to amend the Criminal Code to make it harder for violent offenders to get bail — an amendment Alberta says must be made immediately

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]]> 543 no Should Notley still be on TikTok? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Derek Reimer, pastor for Calgary’s Mission 7 Ministries, who was arrested and charged this week with mischief and causing a disturbance following a protest at a drag queen story hour event. Rachel also delves into the details of Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s TikTok account. Notley is still using TikTok, while federal counterparts have deleted it following a federal review which found it poses an “unacceptable” privacy and security risk. Finally, Rachel goes over Budget 2023’s new spending. Do you know which policy proposal was left off the books? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 04 Mar 2023 23:10:18 -0000 Should Notley still be on TikTok? full 30 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Derek Reimer, pastor for Calgary’s Mission 7 Ministries, who was arrested and charged this week with mischief and causing a disturbance following a protest at a drag queen story hour event. Rachel also delves into the details of Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s TikTok account. Notley is still using TikTok, while federal counterparts have deleted it following a federal review which found it poses an “unacceptable” privacy and security risk. Finally, Rachel goes over Budget 2023’s new spending. Do you know which policy proposal was left off the books? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Derek Reimer, pastor for Calgary’s Mission 7 Ministries, who was arrested and charged this week with mischief and causing a disturbance following a protest at a drag queen story hour event.

Rachel also delves into the details of Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s TikTok account. Notley is still using TikTok, while federal counterparts have deleted it following a federal review which found it poses an “unacceptable” privacy and security risk.

Finally, Rachel goes over Budget 2023’s new spending. Do you know which policy proposal was left off the books?

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]]> 757 no Will Edmonton become Canada's first 15-minute city? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a couple major announcements made at the Alberta Recovery Conference earlier this week — including Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that Budget 2023 holds $275 million in funding for the mental health and addiction’s office. Rachel also touched on a sole-source, three-month contract worth $72,500 awarded to a marketing agency where Smith’s former leadership campaign manager is a part-owner. Finally, Rachel dove into Edmonton’s controversial 15 minute cities proposal. Is it intended to create a better quality of life for downtown residents or is there something more sinister behind the plan? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 Feb 2023 21:50:38 -0000 Will Edmonton become Canada's first 15-minute city? full Rachel Emmanuel Will Edmonton become Canada's first 15-minute city? This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a couple major announcements made at the Alberta Recovery Conference earlier this week — including Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that Budget 2023 holds $275 million in funding for the mental health and addiction’s office. Rachel also touched on a sole-source, three-month contract worth $72,500 awarded to a marketing agency where Smith’s former leadership campaign manager is a part-owner. Finally, Rachel dove into Edmonton’s controversial 15 minute cities proposal. Is it intended to create a better quality of life for downtown residents or is there something more sinister behind the plan? Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a couple major announcements made at the Alberta Recovery Conference earlier this week — including Premier Danielle Smith’s revelation that Budget 2023 holds $275 million in funding for the mental health and addiction’s office.

Rachel also touched on a sole-source, three-month contract worth $72,500 awarded to a marketing agency where Smith’s former leadership campaign manager is a part-owner.

Finally, Rachel dove into Edmonton’s controversial 15 minute cities proposal. Is it intended to create a better quality of life for downtown residents or is there something more sinister behind the plan?

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]]> 799 no Poilievre denounces “Just Transition” Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has sided with the Alberta government in their opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal, which aims to move workers from the oil and gas sector to “greener” jobs. Meanwhile, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is following up on her meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in which she raised the province’s concerns with the feds’ controversial proposal. Plus, as cities across the country deal with a spike in crime, a 12-week partnership between the Alberta Sheriffs and Calgary Police will begin at the end of this month to deter crime by increasing the presence of police. And Rachel talks about her documentary, The Freedom Occupation, which premiered earlier this week. She wants to know after watching the documentary, do you feel the prime minister was justified in invoking the Emergencies Act? These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 18 Feb 2023 22:14:01 -0000 Poilievre denounces “Just Transition” full 27 Rachel Emmanuel Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has sided with the Alberta government in their opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal, which aims to move workers from the oil and gas sector to “greener” jobs. Meanwhile, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is following up on her meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in which she raised the province’s concerns with the feds’ controversial proposal. Plus, as cities across the country deal with a spike in crime, a 12-week partnership between the Alberta Sheriffs and Calgary Police will begin at the end of this month to deter crime by increasing the presence of police. And Rachel talks about her documentary, The Freedom Occupation, which premiered earlier this week. She wants to know after watching the documentary, do you feel the prime minister was justified in invoking the Emergencies Act? These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has sided with the Alberta government in their opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal, which aims to move workers from the oil and gas sector to “greener” jobs. Meanwhile, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is following up on her meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in which she raised the province’s concerns with the feds’ controversial proposal.

Plus, as cities across the country deal with a spike in crime, a 12-week partnership between the Alberta Sheriffs and Calgary Police will begin at the end of this month to deter crime by increasing the presence of police.

And Rachel talks about her documentary, The Freedom Occupation, which premiered earlier this week. She wants to know after watching the documentary, do you feel the prime minister was justified in invoking the Emergencies Act?

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]]> 840 no Handshake from hell This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses the awkward handshake between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during their first encounter earlier this week. Smith also raised her concerns about the feds’ “Just Transition” proposal directly with the prime minister. Plus, Alberta is expecting to ink a 10-year healthcare funding deal with Ottawa. This comes after the prime minister pitched a $46.1 billion healthcare deal with the provinces and territories. And a new poll from Abacus Data suggests the United Conservative Party is gaining steam as election season ramps up. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Feb 2023 21:30:52 -0000 Handshake from hell full 26 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses the awkward handshake between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during their first encounter earlier this week. Smith also raised her concerns about the feds’ “Just Transition” proposal directly with the prime minister. Plus, Alberta is expecting to ink a 10-year healthcare funding deal with Ottawa. This comes after the prime minister pitched a $46.1 billion healthcare deal with the provinces and territories. And a new poll from Abacus Data suggests the United Conservative Party is gaining steam as election season ramps up. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses the awkward handshake between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during their first encounter earlier this week. Smith also raised her concerns about the feds’ “Just Transition” proposal directly with the prime minister.

Plus, Alberta is expecting to ink a 10-year healthcare funding deal with Ottawa. This comes after the prime minister pitched a $46.1 billion healthcare deal with the provinces and territories.

And a new poll from Abacus Data suggests the United Conservative Party is gaining steam as election season ramps up.

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]]> 742 no Hinshaw hired in British Columbia This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses former Alberta Chief Medical Health Office Deena Hinshaw, who’s been given a six month contract in BC. Also on the show, the Alberta government is taking new measures to improve public safety in Edmonton. And finally, Rachel has the details on the new Red Deer Recovery Community — the first of six new massive recovery facilities the Alberta government is launching in response to the addictions and homelessness crisis. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 04 Feb 2023 20:12:57 -0000 Hinshaw hired in British Columbia full 25 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses former Alberta Chief Medical Health Office Deena Hinshaw, who’s been given a six month contract in BC. Also on the show, the Alberta government is taking new measures to improve public safety in Edmonton. And finally, Rachel has the details on the new Red Deer Recovery Community — the first of six new massive recovery facilities the Alberta government is launching in response to the addictions and homelessness crisis. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses former Alberta Chief Medical Health Office Deena Hinshaw, who’s been given a six month contract in BC.

Also on the show, the Alberta government is taking new measures to improve public safety in Edmonton.

And finally, Rachel has the details on the new Red Deer Recovery Community — the first of six new massive recovery facilities the Alberta government is launching in response to the addictions and homelessness crisis.

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]]> 653 no Smith calls out the CBC This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out the state broadcaster for “defamatory” reporting after the CBC alleged that staff in Smith’s office emailed Crown prosecutors challenging their assessment on Coutts border blockades cases. However, the CBC isn’t backing down and refusing to retract its story. Plus, Smith continues her opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal. This week, smith proposed a sustainable jobs alternative to the feds’ controversial policy. And Rachel talks about our newest documentary – The Freedom Occupation! Tune into The Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Jan 2023 23:32:10 -0000 Smith calls out the CBC full Rachel Emmanuel Smith calls out the CBC This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out the state broadcaster for “defamatory” reporting after the CBC alleged that staff in Smith’s office emailed Crown prosecutors challenging their assessment on Coutts border blockades cases. However, the CBC isn’t backing down and refusing to retract its story. Plus, Smith continues her opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal. This week, smith proposed a sustainable jobs alternative to the feds’ controversial policy. And Rachel talks about our newest documentary – The Freedom Occupation! Tune into The Alberta Roundup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling out the state broadcaster for “defamatory” reporting after the CBC alleged that staff in Smith’s office emailed Crown prosecutors challenging their assessment on Coutts border blockades cases.

However, the CBC isn’t backing down and refusing to retract its story.

Plus, Smith continues her opposition to the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” proposal. This week, smith proposed a sustainable jobs alternative to the feds’ controversial policy.

And Rachel talks about our newest documentary – The Freedom Occupation!

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]]> 788 no Smith takes on the WEF As the world’s elites gathered in Davos for the World Economic Forum, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith slammed the WEF and the Trudeau government for attempting to shut down the oil and gas industry. Smith says a new report on the federal government’s “Just Transition” proposal confirms her “worst fears.” US Senator Joe Manchin, who was in Davos for the WEF summit, says it makes “no sense” that President Joe Biden has been averse to importing Canadian oil. Plus, Rachel addresses some of your comments and questions from last week’s episode. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Jan 2023 20:02:27 -0000 Smith takes on the WEF full 23 Rachel Emmanuel As the world’s elites gathered in Davos for the World Economic Forum, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith slammed the WEF and the Trudeau government for attempting to shut down the oil and gas industry. Smith says a new report on the federal government’s “Just Transition” proposal confirms her “worst fears.” US Senator Joe Manchin, who was in Davos for the WEF summit, says it makes “no sense” that President Joe Biden has been averse to importing Canadian oil. Plus, Rachel addresses some of your comments and questions from last week’s episode. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the world’s elites gathered in Davos for the World Economic Forum, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith slammed the WEF and the Trudeau government for attempting to shut down the oil and gas industry. Smith says a new report on the federal government’s “Just Transition” proposal confirms her “worst fears.”

US Senator Joe Manchin, who was in Davos for the WEF summit, says it makes “no sense” that President Joe Biden has been averse to importing Canadian oil.

Plus, Rachel addresses some of your comments and questions from last week’s episode.

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]]> 846 no Smith says Trudeau appealing to ‘extreme base’ This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is seeking to appeal to an “extreme base” with the government’s “just transition” proposal. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the Federal Court’s move to grant Alberta intervenor status in six ongoing lawsuits against the Liberal government’s firearms ban. And an unvaccinated woman who was removed from the top of the organ transplant list is asking the Supreme Court to hear her case. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 14 Jan 2023 19:27:05 -0000 Smith says Trudeau appealing to ‘extreme base’ full 22 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is seeking to appeal to an “extreme base” with the government’s “just transition” proposal. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the Federal Court’s move to grant Alberta intervenor status in six ongoing lawsuits against the Liberal government’s firearms ban. And an unvaccinated woman who was removed from the top of the organ transplant list is asking the Supreme Court to hear her case. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is seeking to appeal to an “extreme base” with the government’s “just transition” proposal.

Also on the show, Rachel discusses the Federal Court’s move to grant Alberta intervenor status in six ongoing lawsuits against the Liberal government’s firearms ban.

And an unvaccinated woman who was removed from the top of the organ transplant list is asking the Supreme Court to hear her case.

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]]> 703 no Smith challenges Notley to stand up to Trudeau Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is pushing back against the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” bill, which Smith claims will shut down Alberta’s energy sector. The premier is also calling on Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley to “put aside partisanship” and join the UCP government in its opposition to the federal bill. Plus, Alberta became the first province to announce a permanent tax relief program, which took effect in the new year. And Premier Smith rejects a call to reimpose a mask mandate in indoor spaces by the United Nurses of Alberta. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Jan 2023 20:15:34 -0000 Smith challenges Notley to stand up to Trudeau full 21 Rachel Emmanuel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is pushing back against the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” bill, which Smith claims will shut down Alberta’s energy sector. The premier is also calling on Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley to “put aside partisanship” and join the UCP government in its opposition to the federal bill. Plus, Alberta became the first province to announce a permanent tax relief program, which took effect in the new year. And Premier Smith rejects a call to reimpose a mask mandate in indoor spaces by the United Nurses of Alberta. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is pushing back against the Trudeau government’s “Just Transition” bill, which Smith claims will shut down Alberta’s energy sector. The premier is also calling on Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley to “put aside partisanship” and join the UCP government in its opposition to the federal bill.

Plus, Alberta became the first province to announce a permanent tax relief program, which took effect in the new year.

And Premier Smith rejects a call to reimpose a mask mandate in indoor spaces by the United Nurses of Alberta.

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]]> 564 no The Top Stories in Alberta of 2022 From the Coutts blockade to Jason Kenney stepping down as UCP leader and Danielle Smith taking the reins, Albertans have witnessed a tumultuous year in Alberta politics. On the final episode of The Alberta Roundup for 2022, Rachel looks back at the top stories of 2022 and explains how it impacted Albertans throughout the year. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 31 Dec 2022 21:55:10 -0000 The Top Stories in Alberta of 2022 full 20 Rachel Emmanuel From the Coutts blockade to Jason Kenney stepping down as UCP leader and Danielle Smith taking the reins, Albertans have witnessed a tumultuous year in Alberta politics. On the final episode of The Alberta Roundup for 2022, Rachel looks back at the top stories of 2022 and explains how it impacted Albertans throughout the year. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices From the Coutts blockade to Jason Kenney stepping down as UCP leader and Danielle Smith taking the reins, Albertans have witnessed a tumultuous year in Alberta politics.

On the final episode of The Alberta Roundup for 2022, Rachel looks back at the top stories of 2022 and explains how it impacted Albertans throughout the year.

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]]> 543 no Alberta opposes Ottawa’s firearm protocol This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a new Alberta government protocol recommending prosecutors don’t press charges against firearms owners who purchased their guns before Justin Trudeau’s 2020 order in council banning the weapons. Rachel also explains how gun owners are safe for six more weeks as the House of Commons breaks for Christmas. Finally, Rachel talks about a Calgary City Council proposal to limit election signs, which Common Sense Calgary is calling “self serving.” Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Dec 2022 19:37:54 -0000 Alberta opposes Ottawa’s firearm protocol full Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a new Alberta government protocol recommending prosecutors don’t press charges against firearms owners who purchased their guns before Justin Trudeau’s 2020 order in council banning the weapons This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a new Alberta government protocol recommending prosecutors don’t press charges against firearms owners who purchased their guns before Justin Trudeau’s 2020 order in council banning the weapons. Rachel also explains how gun owners are safe for six more weeks as the House of Commons breaks for Christmas. Finally, Rachel talks about a Calgary City Council proposal to limit election signs, which Common Sense Calgary is calling “self serving.” Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses a new Alberta government protocol recommending prosecutors don’t press charges against firearms owners who purchased their guns before Justin Trudeau’s 2020 order in council banning the weapons.

Rachel also explains how gun owners are safe for six more weeks as the House of Commons breaks for Christmas.

Finally, Rachel talks about a Calgary City Council proposal to limit election signs, which Common Sense Calgary is calling “self serving.”

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]]> 793 no Alberta stands up to feds, passes Sovereignty Act This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s sovereignty act legislation which passed this week, just ten days after it was tabled. Also on the show, the United Conservative Party government is leading in the polls under Smith’s leadership, the first time the UCP has been ahead of the NDP in a couple months. And finally, Smith skipped NDP leader and former Alberta premier Rachel Notley’s official portrait unveiling this week. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Dec 2022 20:29:56 -0000 Alberta stands up to feds, passes Sovereignty Act full 18 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s sovereignty act legislation which passed this week, just ten days after it was tabled. Also on the show, the United Conservative Party government is leading in the polls under Smith’s leadership, the first time the UCP has been ahead of the NDP in a couple months. And finally, Smith skipped NDP leader and former Alberta premier Rachel Notley’s official portrait unveiling this week. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s sovereignty act legislation which passed this week, just ten days after it was tabled.

Also on the show, the United Conservative Party government is leading in the polls under Smith’s leadership, the first time the UCP has been ahead of the NDP in a couple months.

And finally, Smith skipped NDP leader and former Alberta premier Rachel Notley’s official portrait unveiling this week.

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]]> 655 no Alberta tells Ottawa to fire RCMP Commissioner Lucki This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s call for Ottawa to remove RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, saying the province has lost confidence in her. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has made good on her promise to ban mask mandates in schools. The premier also ended fully remote online learning. Finally, a Liberal Minister and Edmonton MP is calling Smith’s proposed sovereignty act “an attack on Canadian unity.” Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 26 Nov 2022 20:00:01 -0000 Alberta tells Ottawa to fire RCMP Commissioner Lucki full 17 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s call for Ottawa to remove RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, saying the province has lost confidence in her. Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has made good on her promise to ban mask mandates in schools. The premier also ended fully remote online learning. Finally, a Liberal Minister and Edmonton MP is calling Smith’s proposed sovereignty act “an attack on Canadian unity.” Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro’s call for Ottawa to remove RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, saying the province has lost confidence in her.

Also on the show, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has made good on her promise to ban mask mandates in schools. The premier also ended fully remote online learning.

Finally, a Liberal Minister and Edmonton MP is calling Smith’s proposed sovereignty act “an attack on Canadian unity.”

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]]> 750 no Smith fires Hinshaw and AHS Board This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s move to shake up Alberta Health Services (AHS) by firing Deena Hinshaw and 11 members of the AHS board. And, the premier has been banned from Russia even after critics called Smith a Putin propagandist. Rachel also covers Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s plans to address the health care crisis. Finally, the Alberta Parents’ Union is reigniting warnings that a proposal to relocate a program for pregnant teens is unsafe after a boy was stabbed at a school pitched for the relocation. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 19 Nov 2022 21:44:51 -0000 Smith fires Hinshaw and AHS Board full 16 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s move to shake up Alberta Health Services (AHS) by firing Deena Hinshaw and 11 members of the AHS board. And, the premier has been banned from Russia even after critics called Smith a Putin propagandist. Rachel also covers Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s plans to address the health care crisis. Finally, the Alberta Parents’ Union is reigniting warnings that a proposal to relocate a program for pregnant teens is unsafe after a boy was stabbed at a school pitched for the relocation. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s move to shake up Alberta Health Services (AHS) by firing Deena Hinshaw and 11 members of the AHS board.

And, the premier has been banned from Russia even after critics called Smith a Putin propagandist.

Rachel also covers Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley’s plans to address the health care crisis.

Finally, the Alberta Parents’ Union is reigniting warnings that a proposal to relocate a program for pregnant teens is unsafe after a boy was stabbed at a school pitched for the relocation.

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]]> 667 no Unvaccinated woman denied organ transplant This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses how a woman is being denied an organ transplant due to her Covid-19 vaccination status and how the Alberta Health Minister is accepting the Alberta Court of Appeal’s ruling on the matter. Plus, United Conservative leader Danielle Smith will return to Alberta Legislature after voters in Brooks-Medicine Hat gave her the nod to be their next MLA. And a former NDP MLA has pleaded guilty to a charge under the Health Information Act after he was charged for illegally attempting to access private information contained in the Alberta Health vaccine portal in September 2021. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 Nov 2022 19:40:00 -0000 Unvaccinated woman denied organ transplant full Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses how a woman is being denied an organ transplant due to her Covid-19 vaccination status This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses how a woman is being denied an organ transplant due to her Covid-19 vaccination status and how the Alberta Health Minister is accepting the Alberta Court of Appeal’s ruling on the matter. Plus, United Conservative leader Danielle Smith will return to Alberta Legislature after voters in Brooks-Medicine Hat gave her the nod to be their next MLA. And a former NDP MLA has pleaded guilty to a charge under the Health Information Act after he was charged for illegally attempting to access private information contained in the Alberta Health vaccine portal in September 2021. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel discusses how a woman is being denied an organ transplant due to her Covid-19 vaccination status and how the Alberta Health Minister is accepting the Alberta Court of Appeal’s ruling on the matter.


Plus, United Conservative leader Danielle Smith will return to Alberta Legislature after voters in Brooks-Medicine Hat gave her the nod to be their next MLA.


And a former NDP MLA has pleaded guilty to a charge under the Health Information Act after he was charged for illegally attempting to access private information contained in the Alberta Health vaccine portal in September 2021.


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]]> 655 no Premier Smith attacks “extreme left” climate policies This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith who said Ottawa’s hostility to Alberta’s oil and gas industry emerged from the “extreme left” policies of environmental social governance (ESG). Meanwhile, Alberta Pastor Tim Stephens was acquitted this week on charges of violating the province’s public health orders which required physical distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic. Also on the show, Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro says the federal government is withholding official communication about a recent federal-provincial meeting because Alberta requested that Ottawa name provinces opposed to its gun grab scheme. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 05 Nov 2022 20:15:15 -0000 full 14 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith who said Ottawa’s hostility to Alberta’s oil and gas industry emerged from the “extreme left” policies of environmental social governance (ESG). Meanwhile, Alberta Pastor Tim Stephens was acquitted this week on charges of violating the province’s public health orders which required physical distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic. Also on the show, Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro says the federal government is withholding official communication about a recent federal-provincial meeting because Alberta requested that Ottawa name provinces opposed to its gun grab scheme. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses Premier Danielle Smith who said Ottawa’s hostility to Alberta’s oil and gas industry emerged from the “extreme left” policies of environmental social governance (ESG).


Meanwhile, Alberta Pastor Tim Stephens was acquitted this week on charges of violating the province’s public health orders which required physical distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic.


Also on the show, Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro says the federal government is withholding official communication about a recent federal-provincial meeting because Alberta requested that Ottawa name provinces opposed to its gun grab scheme.


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]]> 744 no Danielle Smith pushes Ottawa back This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to push Ottawa back. Namely, the premier announced her government will pull out of new federal programs or avoid federal consultations that aren’t in Alberta’s best interests. Smith also said her United Conservative Party government will not enforce federal laws or policies that attack Alberta’s economy and people and she denounced the World Economic Forum. Also on the show, Rachel discusses former UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer, who placed last in the leadership contest. Aheer announced she won’t run for the party in the spring 2023 general election. To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest update in the Trudeau Liberals’ gun grab scheme. Tune in to The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 29 Oct 2022 18:33:12 -0000 Danielle Smith pushes Ottawa back full 13 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to push Ottawa back. Namely, the premier announced her government will pull out of new federal programs or avoid federal consultations that aren’t in Alberta’s best interests. This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to push Ottawa back. Namely, the premier announced her government will pull out of new federal programs or avoid federal consultations that aren’t in Alberta’s best interests. Smith also said her United Conservative Party government will not enforce federal laws or policies that attack Alberta’s economy and people and she denounced the World Economic Forum. Also on the show, Rachel discusses former UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer, who placed last in the leadership contest. Aheer announced she won’t run for the party in the spring 2023 general election. To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest update in the Trudeau Liberals’ gun grab scheme. Tune in to The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Premier Danielle Smith’s plans to push Ottawa back. Namely, the premier announced her government will pull out of new federal programs or avoid federal consultations that aren’t in Alberta’s best interests.

Smith also said her United Conservative Party government will not enforce federal laws or policies that attack Alberta’s economy and people and she denounced the World Economic Forum.

Also on the show, Rachel discusses former UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer, who placed last in the leadership contest. Aheer announced she won’t run for the party in the spring 2023 general election.

To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest update in the Trudeau Liberals’ gun grab scheme.

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]]> 787 no Alberta’s APOLOGY WARS https://tnc.news/2022/10/22/abr-albertas-apology-wars/ This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel picks out the biggest winners and losers from Premier Danielle Smith’s cabinet announcement on Friday. Notable appointments include former justice minister Kaycee Madu appointed as Deputy Premier, and leadership contest rival Brian Jean appointed as Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development. Travis Toews is once again the finance minister. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the latest in the ‘apology wars’ taking over Alberta politics. Smith apologized this week for her past comments on Ukraine, and now the UCP is demanding NDP leader Rachel Notley condemn Manitoba NDP leader Wab Kinew who was invited to speak at the Alberta NDP convention this weekend. Kinew pled guilty to assaulting a cab driver in 2004. To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest city of Calgary proposal to spend over $160 million on electric buses. Tune in to The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 22 Oct 2022 17:16:00 -0000 Alberta’s APOLOGY WARS full 12 Rachel Emmanuel Rachel discusses the latest in the ‘apology wars’ taking over Alberta politics This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel picks out the biggest winners and losers from Premier Danielle Smith’s cabinet announcement on Friday. Notable appointments include former justice minister Kaycee Madu appointed as Deputy Premier, and leadership contest rival Brian Jean appointed as Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development. Travis Toews is once again the finance minister. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the latest in the ‘apology wars’ taking over Alberta politics. Smith apologized this week for her past comments on Ukraine, and now the UCP is demanding NDP leader Rachel Notley condemn Manitoba NDP leader Wab Kinew who was invited to speak at the Alberta NDP convention this weekend. Kinew pled guilty to assaulting a cab driver in 2004. To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest city of Calgary proposal to spend over $160 million on electric buses. Tune in to The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel picks out the biggest winners and losers from Premier Danielle Smith’s cabinet announcement on Friday. Notable appointments include former justice minister Kaycee Madu appointed as Deputy Premier, and leadership contest rival Brian Jean appointed as Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development. Travis Toews is once again the finance minister.

Also on the show, Rachel discusses the latest in the ‘apology wars’ taking over Alberta politics. Smith apologized this week for her past comments on Ukraine, and now the UCP is demanding NDP leader Rachel Notley condemn Manitoba NDP leader Wab Kinew who was invited to speak at the Alberta NDP convention this weekend. Kinew pled guilty to assaulting a cab driver in 2004.

To wrap up the show, Rachel discusses the latest city of Calgary proposal to spend over $160 million on electric buses.

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]]> 860 no Danielle Smith triggers Rachel Notley on Day 1 The rivalry between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley is heating up less than one week after Smith was sworn in as Alberta's 19th premier. On this week's episode of The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Notley's demand that Smith apologize for her comments on unvaccinated discrimination. Also on the show, Alberta government lawyers told the Emergencies Act Commission that Alberta did not need the Emergencies Act to deal with the Coutts border blockade. The divide between former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Smith was amplified this week when reports emerged that Kenney refused to accept Smith's invitation for a meeting. All of that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Oct 2022 19:51:00 -0000 Danielle Smith triggers Rachel Notley on Day 1 full Rachel Emmanuel On this week's episode of The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Notley's demand that Smith apologize for her comments on unvaccinated discrimination. The rivalry between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley is heating up less than one week after Smith was sworn in as Alberta's 19th premier. On this week's episode of The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Notley's demand that Smith apologize for her comments on unvaccinated discrimination. Also on the show, Alberta government lawyers told the Emergencies Act Commission that Alberta did not need the Emergencies Act to deal with the Coutts border blockade. The divide between former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Smith was amplified this week when reports emerged that Kenney refused to accept Smith's invitation for a meeting. All of that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The rivalry between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley is heating up less than one week after Smith was sworn in as Alberta's 19th premier.

On this week's episode of The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses Notley's demand that Smith apologize for her comments on unvaccinated discrimination.

Also on the show, Alberta government lawyers told the Emergencies Act Commission that Alberta did not need the Emergencies Act to deal with the Coutts border blockade.

The divide between former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Smith was amplified this week when reports emerged that Kenney refused to accept Smith's invitation for a meeting.

All of that and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel.

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]]> 703 no Danielle Smith becomes the next Premier of Alberta After winning the UCP leadership contest on Thursday, Danielle Smith becomes Alberta’s next Premier. Smith emerged victorious on Thursday after clinching the necessary votes on the sixth and final ballot with 53.8% of the final votes. Travis Toews came in second place with 46.23% of the vote and longtime Jason Kenney rival Brian Jean came in third with 14.8% of the vote. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the recent revelation from federal Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino that the feds need provincial help to carry out their gun buyback scheme.Rachel also discusses all the Canadians moving to Alberta, the City of Edmonton passing a single-use plastics ban, and Edmonton’s $170 million bike lanes proposal. Tune in to Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Oct 2022 20:19:49 -0000 Danielle Smith becomes the next Premier of Alberta full Rachel Emmanuel After winning the UCP leadership contest on Thursday, Danielle Smith becomes Alberta’s next Premier After winning the UCP leadership contest on Thursday, Danielle Smith becomes Alberta’s next Premier. Smith emerged victorious on Thursday after clinching the necessary votes on the sixth and final ballot with 53.8% of the final votes. Travis Toews came in second place with 46.23% of the vote and longtime Jason Kenney rival Brian Jean came in third with 14.8% of the vote. Also on the show, Rachel discusses the recent revelation from federal Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino that the feds need provincial help to carry out their gun buyback scheme.Rachel also discusses all the Canadians moving to Alberta, the City of Edmonton passing a single-use plastics ban, and Edmonton’s $170 million bike lanes proposal. Tune in to Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After winning the UCP leadership contest on Thursday, Danielle Smith becomes Alberta’s next Premier. Smith emerged victorious on Thursday after clinching the necessary votes on the sixth and final ballot with 53.8% of the final votes. Travis Toews came in second place with 46.23% of the vote and longtime Jason Kenney rival Brian Jean came in third with 14.8% of the vote.

Also on the show, Rachel discusses the recent revelation from federal Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino that the feds need provincial help to carry out their gun buyback scheme.Rachel also discusses all the Canadians moving to Alberta, the City of Edmonton passing a single-use plastics ban, and Edmonton’s $170 million bike lanes proposal.

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]]> 608 no Provinces push back against Trudeau’s gun grab This week, the Alberta government announced that it will intervene in ongoing challenges of the Trudeau government’s firearms bans and take action to prevent Ottawa from conscripting Alberta RCMP officers to collect those firearms. It looks like the Saskatchewan and Manitoba government may also follow suit. Unsurprisingly, a CBC reporter rushed to the defence of Prime Minister Trudeau by posting a disingenuous tweet about legal guns. As a result, the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights clapped back at the state broadcaster for trying to “instill fear” about law-abiding gun owners. Plus, the UCP leadership race will come to an end next week as members will elect a new leader and new premier. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 01 Oct 2022 17:00:42 -0000 full 9 Rachel Emmanuel This week, the Alberta government announced that it will intervene in ongoing challenges of the Trudeau government’s firearms bans and take action to prevent Ottawa from conscripting Alberta RCMP officers to collect those firearms This week, the Alberta government announced that it will intervene in ongoing challenges of the Trudeau government’s firearms bans and take action to prevent Ottawa from conscripting Alberta RCMP officers to collect those firearms. It looks like the Saskatchewan and Manitoba government may also follow suit. Unsurprisingly, a CBC reporter rushed to the defence of Prime Minister Trudeau by posting a disingenuous tweet about legal guns. As a result, the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights clapped back at the state broadcaster for trying to “instill fear” about law-abiding gun owners. Plus, the UCP leadership race will come to an end next week as members will elect a new leader and new premier. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the Alberta government announced that it will intervene in ongoing challenges of the Trudeau government’s firearms bans and take action to prevent Ottawa from conscripting Alberta RCMP officers to collect those firearms. It looks like the Saskatchewan and Manitoba government may also follow suit.

Unsurprisingly, a CBC reporter rushed to the defence of Prime Minister Trudeau by posting a disingenuous tweet about legal guns. As a result, the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights clapped back at the state broadcaster for trying to “instill fear” about law-abiding gun owners.

Plus, the UCP leadership race will come to an end next week as members will elect a new leader and new premier.

These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel!

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]]> 820 no Is Jason Kenney campaigning against Danielle Smith? (open to suggestions) This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses how a third party advertiser, which was created to promote Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, is sending out automated text messages criticizing Danielle Smith’s candidacy for the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership. Is the sitting premier campaigning against Smith? Plus, UCP leadership candidate Todd Loewen defended Freedom Convoy organizer Tamara Lich, saying says it was “abhorrent” that the Medicine Hat police service spent energy re-arresting her. And a citizens advocacy group has started a petition to stop Edmonton’s plastics ban. Common Sense Edmonton says the proposal is more virtue-signalling price increases from the government. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Sep 2022 14:29:19 -0000 Is Jason Kenney campaigning against Danielle Smith? (open to suggestions) full 9 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses how a third party advertiser, which was created to promote Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, is sending out automated text messages criticizing Danielle Smith’s candidacy for the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership. This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses how a third party advertiser, which was created to promote Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, is sending out automated text messages criticizing Danielle Smith’s candidacy for the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership. Is the sitting premier campaigning against Smith? Plus, UCP leadership candidate Todd Loewen defended Freedom Convoy organizer Tamara Lich, saying says it was “abhorrent” that the Medicine Hat police service spent energy re-arresting her. And a citizens advocacy group has started a petition to stop Edmonton’s plastics ban. Common Sense Edmonton says the proposal is more virtue-signalling price increases from the government. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel discusses how a third party advertiser, which was created to promote Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, is sending out automated text messages criticizing Danielle Smith’s candidacy for the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership. Is the sitting premier campaigning against Smith?

Plus, UCP leadership candidate Todd Loewen defended Freedom Convoy organizer Tamara Lich, saying says it was “abhorrent” that the Medicine Hat police service spent energy re-arresting her.

And a citizens advocacy group has started a petition to stop Edmonton’s plastics ban. Common Sense Edmonton says the proposal is more virtue-signalling price increases from the government.

These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel!


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]]> 502 Alberta takes Trudeau to court over plastic ban https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/alberta-takes-trudeau-to-court-over-plastic-ban This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government has filed a notice with the Federal Court to intervene in a legal challenge of the Trudeau government’s plastic ban. Premier Jason Kenney says plastic is not toxic but is necessary to achieve Canada’s carbon reduction goals. Will common sense prevail? Plus, cancel culture impacts hockey again as Alberta’s Mount Royal University announced it plans on cancelling  ice hockey intramural to be more “accessible and inclusive.” And the Sovereignty Act continues to dominate the United Conservative Party leadership race. This week, four United Conservative Party leadership candidates banded together to oppose Danielle Smith’s Alberta Sovereignty Act. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:03:01 -0000 Alberta takes Trudeau to court over plastic ban full 7 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government has filed a notice with the Federal Court to intervene in a legal challenge of the Trudeau government’s plastic ban. Premier Jason Kenney says plastic is not toxic but is necessary to achieve Canada’s carbon reduction goals. Will common sense prevail? This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government has filed a notice with the Federal Court to intervene in a legal challenge of the Trudeau government’s plastic ban. Premier Jason Kenney says plastic is not toxic but is necessary to achieve Canada’s carbon reduction goals. Will common sense prevail? Plus, cancel culture impacts hockey again as Alberta’s Mount Royal University announced it plans on cancelling  ice hockey intramural to be more “accessible and inclusive.” And the Sovereignty Act continues to dominate the United Conservative Party leadership race. This week, four United Conservative Party leadership candidates banded together to oppose Danielle Smith’s Alberta Sovereignty Act. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government has filed a notice with the Federal Court to intervene in a legal challenge of the Trudeau government’s plastic ban. Premier Jason Kenney says plastic is not toxic but is necessary to achieve Canada’s carbon reduction goals. Will common sense prevail?

Plus, cancel culture impacts hockey again as Alberta’s Mount Royal University announced it plans on cancelling  ice hockey intramural to be more “accessible and inclusive.”

And the Sovereignty Act continues to dominate the United Conservative Party leadership race. This week, four United Conservative Party leadership candidates banded together to oppose Danielle Smith’s Alberta Sovereignty Act.

These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel!

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]]> 488 no Alberta’s $13 billion SURPLUS pays off for Albertans https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/alberta-s-13-billion-surplus-pays-off-for-albertan This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government is forecasting a $13.2 billion surplus in the upcoming budget and as a result, Alberta will bring personal income taxes in line with inflation for the 2022 tax year. Premier Jason Kenney’s move is being welcomed by many Albertans, including many of United Conservative Party leadership candidates looking to replace Kenney. Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland gets yelled at by angry protesters while visiting Alberta. Does Freeland deserve your sympathy or are Canadians upset for good reason? And Rachel discusses the latest in the UCP leadership race, including the final debate which saw Todd Loewen deliver an epic takedown of the Trudeau government’s fertilizer emissions scheme. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 03 Sep 2022 14:59:24 -0000 Alberta’s $13 billion SURPLUS pays off for Albertans full 6 Rachel Emmanuel This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government is forecasting a $13.2 billion surplus in the upcoming budget and as a result, Alberta will bring personal income taxes in line with inflation for the 2022 tax year. Premier Jason Kenney’s move is being welcomed by many Albertans, including many of United Conservative Party leadership candidates looking to replace Kenney. Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland gets yelled at by angry protesters while visiting Alberta. Does Freeland deserve your sympathy or are Canadians upset for good reason? And Rachel discusses the latest in the UCP leadership race, including the final debate which saw Todd Loewen deliver an epic takedown of the Trudeau government’s fertilizer emissions scheme. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government is forecasting a $13.2 billion surplus in the upcoming budget and as a result, Alberta will bring personal income taxes in line with inflation for the 2022 tax year. Premier Jason Kenney’s move is being welcomed by many Albertans, including many of United Conservative Party leadership candidates looking to replace Kenney. Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland gets yelled at by angry protesters while visiting Alberta. Does Freeland deserve your sympathy or are Canadians upset for good reason? And Rachel discusses the latest in the UCP leadership race, including the final debate which saw Todd Loewen deliver an epic takedown of the Trudeau government’s fertilizer emissions scheme. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how the Alberta government is forecasting a $13.2 billion surplus in the upcoming budget and as a result, Alberta will bring personal income taxes in line with inflation for the 2022 tax year. Premier Jason Kenney’s move is being welcomed by many Albertans, including many of United Conservative Party leadership candidates looking to replace Kenney. Plus, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland gets yelled at by angry protesters while visiting Alberta. Does Freeland deserve your sympathy or are Canadians upset for good reason? And Rachel discusses the latest in the UCP leadership race, including the final debate which saw Todd Loewen deliver an epic takedown of the Trudeau government’s fertilizer emissions scheme. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel.

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]]> 682 no Freedom activist released after peaceful protest https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/freedom-activist-released-after-peaceful-protest This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the arrest and release of freedom activist Alex Van Herk. Van Herk, who took part in the Coutts border blockade and the protest for GraceLife Pastor James Coates, was arrested on Thursday by the Alberta RCMP. However, Van Herk was released shortly after when 200 people showed up to an RCMP detachment to protest his detainment. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidates sparred on taxes, Alberta’s Covid-19 response and trans athletes at the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP) and Rebel News leadership forum and fundraiser in Edmonton. And UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer made multiple headlines this week. First, she accused the APP and Rebel News forum of being responsible for “white supremacy, homophobia and racism.” Then her Facebook account was allegedly hacked. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 27 Aug 2022 17:42:22 -0000 Freedom activist released after peaceful protest full 5 Rachel Emmanuel This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the arrest and release of freedom activist Alex Van Herk. Van Herk, who took part in the Coutts border blockade and the protest for GraceLife Pastor James Coates, was arrested on Thursday by the Alberta RCMP. This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the arrest and release of freedom activist Alex Van Herk. Van Herk, who took part in the Coutts border blockade and the protest for GraceLife Pastor James Coates, was arrested on Thursday by the Alberta RCMP. However, Van Herk was released shortly after when 200 people showed up to an RCMP detachment to protest his detainment. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidates sparred on taxes, Alberta’s Covid-19 response and trans athletes at the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP) and Rebel News leadership forum and fundraiser in Edmonton. And UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer made multiple headlines this week. First, she accused the APP and Rebel News forum of being responsible for “white supremacy, homophobia and racism.” Then her Facebook account was allegedly hacked. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses the arrest and release of freedom activist Alex Van Herk. Van Herk, who took part in the Coutts border blockade and the protest for GraceLife Pastor James Coates, was arrested on Thursday by the Alberta RCMP. However, Van Herk was released shortly after when 200 people showed up to an RCMP detachment to protest his detainment. 

Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidates sparred on taxes, Alberta’s Covid-19 response and trans athletes at the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP) and Rebel News leadership forum and fundraiser in Edmonton. 

And UCP leadership candidate Leela Aheer made multiple headlines this week. First, she accused the APP and Rebel News forum of being responsible for “white supremacy, homophobia and racism.” Then her Facebook account was allegedly hacked.

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]]> 527 no Smith tells Kenney to stay out of leadership race https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/smith-tells-kenney-to-stay-out-of-leadership-race On this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Premier Jason Kenney and UCP leadership candidate Danielle Smith butt heads over the Sovereignty Act, an act that Kenney calls “premature” and “ill-informed.” The act, which Smith is in favour of, seeks to bar federal legislation deemed harmful to Alberta. Plus, in light of news that an official with Veterans Affairs Canada inappropriately brought up doctor-assisted euthanasia with a veteran seeking treatment for mental health issues, UCP leadership candidate Travis Toews says if he becomes premier, he will do everything in his power to ensure this radical service isn’t offered to those suffering from mental illnesses. And if you’re looking for your start in Alberta politics, you could become the next leader of Alberta Liberal Party! This week, it was revealed that no one submitted a nomination to run in the party’s leadership contest by the party’s deadline. Rachel discusses these stories and more on The Alberta Roundup! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Aug 2022 17:22:51 -0000 Smith tells Kenney to stay out of leadership race full 4 Rachel Emmanuel On this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Premier Jason Kenney and UCP leadership candidate Danielle Smith butt heads over the Sovereignty Act, an act that Kenney calls “premature” and “ill-informed.” On this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Premier Jason Kenney and UCP leadership candidate Danielle Smith butt heads over the Sovereignty Act, an act that Kenney calls “premature” and “ill-informed.” The act, which Smith is in favour of, seeks to bar federal legislation deemed harmful to Alberta. Plus, in light of news that an official with Veterans Affairs Canada inappropriately brought up doctor-assisted euthanasia with a veteran seeking treatment for mental health issues, UCP leadership candidate Travis Toews says if he becomes premier, he will do everything in his power to ensure this radical service isn’t offered to those suffering from mental illnesses. And if you’re looking for your start in Alberta politics, you could become the next leader of Alberta Liberal Party! This week, it was revealed that no one submitted a nomination to run in the party’s leadership contest by the party’s deadline. Rachel discusses these stories and more on The Alberta Roundup! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this week’s episode of The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel discusses how Premier Jason Kenney and UCP leadership candidate Danielle Smith butt heads over the Sovereignty Act, an act that Kenney calls “premature” and “ill-informed.” The act, which Smith is in favour of, seeks to bar federal legislation deemed harmful to Alberta.

Plus, in light of news that an official with Veterans Affairs Canada inappropriately brought up doctor-assisted euthanasia with a veteran seeking treatment for mental health issues, UCP leadership candidate Travis Toews says if he becomes premier, he will do everything in his power to ensure this radical service isn’t offered to those suffering from mental illnesses.

And if you’re looking for your start in Alberta politics, you could become the next leader of Alberta Liberal Party! This week, it was revealed that no one submitted a nomination to run in the party’s leadership contest by the party’s deadline.

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]]> 523 no Alberta takes aim at Trudeau’s handgun ban https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/alberta-takes-aim-at-trudeau-s-handgun-ban On this week’s Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel breaks down the news and headlines that matter to Albertans. First, Alberta’s Chief Firearms Officer Dr. Teri Bryant takes aim at Trudeau’s latest measure to punish law-abiding gun owners – a ban on the importation of handguns without the oversight of parliament. Next, Albertans may have noticed some relief at the pumps this month. Premier Jason Kenney called for an investigation into price fixing by gas companies last month as some Albertans were paying higher prices than those living in Ontario.Also, a new controversy is brewing after it was revealed that a former chief of staff to Kenney is earning over $200,000 from a government contract while working in the private sector.Plus, the latest in the UCP leadership race as Rajan Sawney’s campaign suffered a major blow this week.These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Aug 2022 21:08:19 -0000 Alberta takes aim at Trudeau’s handgun ban full 3 Rachel Emmanuel On this week’s Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel breaks down the news and headlines that matter to Albertans. First, Alberta’s Chief Firearms Officer Dr. Teri Bryant takes aim at Trudeau’s latest measure to punish law-abiding gun owners by banning the importation of handguns without the oversight of parliament. On this week’s Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel breaks down the news and headlines that matter to Albertans. First, Alberta’s Chief Firearms Officer Dr. Teri Bryant takes aim at Trudeau’s latest measure to punish law-abiding gun owners – a ban on the importation of handguns without the oversight of parliament. Next, Albertans may have noticed some relief at the pumps this month. Premier Jason Kenney called for an investigation into price fixing by gas companies last month as some Albertans were paying higher prices than those living in Ontario.Also, a new controversy is brewing after it was revealed that a former chief of staff to Kenney is earning over $200,000 from a government contract while working in the private sector.Plus, the latest in the UCP leadership race as Rajan Sawney’s campaign suffered a major blow this week.These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this week’s Alberta Roundup, Rachel Emmanuel breaks down the news and headlines that matter to Albertans. First, Alberta’s Chief Firearms Officer Dr. Teri Bryant takes aim at Trudeau’s latest measure to punish law-abiding gun owners – a ban on the importation of handguns without the oversight of parliament.


Next, Albertans may have noticed some relief at the pumps this month. Premier Jason Kenney called for an investigation into price fixing by gas companies last month as some Albertans were paying higher prices than those living in Ontario.

Also, a new controversy is brewing after it was revealed that a former chief of staff to Kenney is earning over $200,000 from a government contract while working in the private sector.

Plus, the latest in the UCP leadership race as Rajan Sawney’s campaign suffered a major blow this week.

These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now!

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]]> 510 no Dr. Hinshaw gets a $227,911 Covid bonus https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/dr-hinshaw-gets-a-227-911-covid-bonus This week, Albertans were shocked to learn the province’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw received a $227,911 Covid bonus, in addition to her $363,634 salary. This marks the largest cash benefit payout of any provincial civil servant. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Leela Aheer took on an unlikely opponent this week – a raging bull! Aheer jumped in front of a bull and pushed it off a boy it was trampling at the Strathmore Stampede during the Running of the Bulls event. And UCP candidates share their vision for a provincial police force – a policy that has long been discussed as a means to give Alberta more autonomy. All but two candidates are in favour of the policy – Rebecca Schulz and Brian Jean. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 Aug 2022 17:51:42 -0000 Dr. Hinshaw gets a $227,911 Covid bonus full 2 Rachel Emmanuel This week, Albertans were shocked to learn the province’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw received a $227,911 Covid bonus, in addition to her $363,634 salary. This marks the largest cash benefit payout of any provincial civil servant. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Leela Aheer took on an unlikely opponent this week – a raging bull! Aheer jumped in front of a bull and pushed it off a boy it was trampling at the Strathmore Stampede during the Running of the Bulls event. And UCP candidates share their vision for a provincial police force – a policy that has long been discussed as a means to give Alberta more autonomy. All but two candidates are in favour of the policy – Rebecca Schulz and Brian Jean. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Tune in now! This week, Albertans were shocked to learn the province’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw received a $227,911 Covid bonus, in addition to her $363,634 salary. This marks the largest cash benefit payout of any provincial civil servant. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Leela Aheer took on an unlikely opponent this week – a raging bull! Aheer jumped in front of a bull and pushed it off a boy it was trampling at the Strathmore Stampede during the Running of the Bulls event. And UCP candidates share their vision for a provincial police force – a policy that has long been discussed as a means to give Alberta more autonomy. All but two candidates are in favour of the policy – Rebecca Schulz and Brian Jean. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Albertans were shocked to learn the province’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw received a $227,911 Covid bonus, in addition to her $363,634 salary. This marks the largest cash benefit payout of any provincial civil servant. Plus, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Leela Aheer took on an unlikely opponent this week – a raging bull! Aheer jumped in front of a bull and pushed it off a boy it was trampling at the Strathmore Stampede during the Running of the Bulls event. And UCP candidates share their vision for a provincial police force – a policy that has long been discussed as a means to give Alberta more autonomy. All but two candidates are in favour of the policy – Rebecca Schulz and Brian Jean. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel! Tune in now!

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]]> 466 no UCP Leadership candidates face-off https://omny.fm/shows/the-alberta-roundup-with-rachel-emmanuel/ucp-leadership-candidates-face-off On the first episode of True North's Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes us inside the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership race and breaks down the winners and losers of last week's debate. Danielle Smith - the perceived frontrunner to become the next leader of the UCP and Premier of Alberta -- fielded most of the heat on Wednesday night as the rest of the pack took advantage of their opportunity to square off with the highest profile candidate in the race.Also, an Alberta Court of Appeals judge ruled in Pastor Artur Pawlowski's favour this week, ordering the Alberta Health Services to reimburse the fines Pawlowski was forced to pay for refusing to comply with government-ordered church capacity limits.And Alberta Agriculture Minister Nate Horner took aim at Trudeau's newest fertilizer reduction scheme, saying that Ottawa pulled these emmision reduction targets "out of thin air".All of that and more on the first episode of Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Jul 2022 21:13:15 -0000 UCP Leadership candidates face-off full 1 Rachel Emmanuel On the first episode of True North's Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes us inside the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership race and breaks down the winners and losers of last week's debate. On the first episode of True North's Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes us inside the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership race and breaks down the winners and losers of last week's debate. Danielle Smith - the perceived frontrunner to become the next leader of the UCP and Premier of Alberta -- fielded most of the heat on Wednesday night as the rest of the pack took advantage of their opportunity to square off with the highest profile candidate in the race.Also, an Alberta Court of Appeals judge ruled in Pastor Artur Pawlowski's favour this week, ordering the Alberta Health Services to reimburse the fines Pawlowski was forced to pay for refusing to comply with government-ordered church capacity limits.And Alberta Agriculture Minister Nate Horner took aim at Trudeau's newest fertilizer reduction scheme, saying that Ottawa pulled these emmision reduction targets "out of thin air".All of that and more on the first episode of Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now! Support the show: http://donate.tnc.news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On the first episode of True North's Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel takes us inside the United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership race and breaks down the winners and losers of last week's debate. Danielle Smith - the perceived frontrunner to become the next leader of the UCP and Premier of Alberta -- fielded most of the heat on Wednesday night as the rest of the pack took advantage of their opportunity to square off with the highest profile candidate in the race.

Also, an Alberta Court of Appeals judge ruled in Pastor Artur Pawlowski's favour this week, ordering the Alberta Health Services to reimburse the fines Pawlowski was forced to pay for refusing to comply with government-ordered church capacity limits.

And Alberta Agriculture Minister Nate Horner took aim at Trudeau's newest fertilizer reduction scheme, saying that Ottawa pulled these emmision reduction targets "out of thin air".All of that and more on the first episode of Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel. Tune in now!

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