The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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, 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, 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 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 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 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 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

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

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 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 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 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 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, 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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

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

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 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 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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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 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 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

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