Episodes
The federal dental care program is now up and running. Are you using it? Do you plan to? How is it helping?
Published 05/03/24
Back in the day, many of us grew up in close-knit communities, where you knew most of the people on your block. Today we're asking, how well do you know your neighbours?
Published 05/03/24
Published 05/03/24
The Trans Mountain Pipeline is up and running after years of construction. Jeff Jones from the Globe and Mail joins us to look back at the history of the project and look ahead to what its completion means for Alberta.
Published 05/01/24
After years of trying, American lawmakers have started a process to end TikTok as it now stands. They passed a law that will either see the app sold or banned. The company CEO took to Tiktok of course to defend his company. What do you think of TikTok and what do you think its future should be?
Published 04/30/24
Why are thousands of British Columbia residents packing their bags and moving to Alberta? In a special joint show with BC Today, we look at why so many people are making their way across Alberta's western border.
Published 04/30/24
Today we spoke about Bill 20. City mayors call it anti-democratic and an overreach. What about you?
Published 04/26/24
Our provincial government believes hydrogen can help us reach net zero. Investing millions of dollars to get us there. Environmental advocates say it's a distraction. What do you think?
Published 04/25/24
The UK has a new strategy to reduce tobacco use - to ban stores from selling cigarettes to an ever expanding cohort. If you're born in 2009 or later, shops would never be able to sell to you. Can you imagine this working here?
Published 04/24/24
Trudeau government is floating the idea of a 'right to disconnect' from work policy for federal employees. Ontario already has a law like that designed to help people manage their work-life balance. Do we need rules around the right to disconnect from work?
Published 04/23/24
Will zoning changes in Alberta's major cities help alleviate the housing crisis?
Published 04/22/24
Calgary's new civic brand is "Blue Sky City", a change from previous taglines like "Be Part of the Energy" and "Heart of the New West." Do you like the change? Does a civic brand change the way you feel about your community? What do you think about the approach that your community is taking?
Published 04/19/24
If you don't have a will yet, there's no time like the present to create one. It's also important to appoint an executor who will fulfill your wishes. How are you taking care of your estate?
Published 04/18/24
The federal government says it wants to start a housing revolution - and that the new money available in yesterday's budget should help do that. The goal is to add almost 4 million new homes by 2031. To help pay for all this new spending, there's increased capital gains taxes, which will impact wealthier Canadians and businesses. Today - what do you think? Can you afford a place to live? If you want to buy a home - can you find one you can afford? What about renting? If you own a home - can...
Published 04/17/24
How are you handling grey hair and your changing body? What are you doing physically and mentally to age well? Are you trying to hide it - or embrace it?
Published 04/16/24
Do you volunteer your time? If so, what are you doing and what do those volunteer efforts bring to your life?
Published 04/15/24
How do we keep people safe from aggressive dogs?
Published 04/12/24
The premier says her government should approve deals that cities or universities make with the federal government. The mayor of Calgary says that's the opposite of what we need now. We want to know your thoughts on Bill-18.
Published 04/11/24
What will it take to get more workers to choose the trades?
Published 04/10/24
What happened when you were given a second chance at life? Coming close to dying - or knowing it's imminent - can change everything. Today, we want to hear about those moments and what changed for you. Jeremie Saunders, the co-host of the Sickboy podcast, is our guest for the hour.
Published 04/09/24
Dr. Werner Becker from the University of Calgary joins us to take your calls and questions on migraines.
Published 04/08/24
We're joined by two guests today to share book recommendations. Jacqueline Baker is an author and associate professor of creative writing at MacEwan University in Edmonton, while Calgary's Anne Logan reviews books on her blog ivereadthis.com.
Published 04/05/24
The provincial government has launched a plan to train and retain more doctors in under served areas of Alberta. But, those doctors won't be ready to practice for another six years or so. We asked how you're feeling about primary care right now in your community.
Published 04/04/24
Four school boards in Ontario have launched a massive lawsuit against social media platforms like Tik Tok, Instagram and Snapchat. The suit claims the sites are addictive, and negatively affecting the behaviour and mental health of children. How is the use of social media apps affecting your kids or grandkids?
Published 04/03/24
Today on Alberta at Noon, we wanted to hear your thoughts on when is the best time to start collecting your share of the Canada Pension Plan.
Published 04/02/24