alberta@noon from CBC Radio (Highlights)

The first ministers' meeting has wrapped and they all seem pretty bullish on an ambitious plan to get nation building projects done. Even Premier Danielle Smith sounded optimistic about the prospects for Alberta, especially on getting another pipeline. We asked for your thoughts on what was accomplished.

With all that we can be worried about, issues related to the cost of living still dominate. How are you dealing with the economic pressures in your life, or your children's life?

From planting to pruning to parsing what's wrong, arborist Gerard Fournier tackles all of your tree conundrums.

Janet Brown Opinion Research conducted a poll for CBC: Asking Albertans to weigh-in on politics in this province. Today, we hear your thoughts and answer your questions about the results.

What books should be in school libraries? That debate is now underway in Alberta as the Education Minister launches a survey, after being alerted to books he thinks are inappropriate because of sexually explicit content.

The King is in Canada and has delivered the throne speech. Personal words of admiration for the country and then the government's messaging on its priorities for this first session of a new Liberal government led by Mark Carney. Does it reflect your priorities?

It's high school grad season. Knowing what you know now, what would you say to your 18-year old self? What advice would you give to the high school grad version of you?

Sunshine is in the forecast for a lot of Alberta this weekend. That means many of you will be getting your hands in some dirt. We take your gardening questions for the hour.

A couple of road rage incidents in Alberta making news this week. So we want to hear your stories. What's the worst road rage driving you've seen and how did that situation end?

The Calgary marathon is this weekend, and Edmontonians are training for theirs in August. We wanted to know why you run. What is it that you get out of the endless pounding the pavement?

Is there a book that helped you through your teen years? When you look back, is there one book stands out? Why did that book matter so much to you?

Heading into the May long weekend, our first gardening show of the season! From how to help plants flourish to getting rid of pesky bugs, we explore your questions about getting your gardens off to a good start.

Is a referendum on separation feeling inevitable? What would the consequences be? How will this debate factor into the relationship between the re-elected Liberal government and Alberta? We tackle these questions and more on this edition of Alberta at Noon.

Alberta is the Conservative heartland in Canada, along with Saskatchewan. Voters here elect Conservative governments provincially, but yet again, their federal cousins lost. Where does the Conservative Party of Canada go from here?

Volunteers can make a big difference in their community. But since the pandemic groups say it's been hard to get enough people to donate their time. What's happened to volunteering and is it something you're making time to do? 

Prime Minister Mark Carney promised to invest in artificial intelligence during the election campaign. He offered support for training, infrastructure and businesses that adopt it. Are you on board with that?

We're dedicating today's show to moms. Is there something you want to give your mom credit for? We hear your stories and speak with author, Ann Douglas, author of "Navigating the Messy Middle: A Fiercely Honest and Wildly Encouraging Guide for Midlife Women".

With lower demand, WestJet is pausing some flights to the United States for the summer. Does that mean you'll be spending your summer vacation closer to home? We hear about your favourite places to visit here in Alberta.

The Papal Conclave is underway at the Vatican. As cardinals choose the next pope behind closed doors, we answer your questions about the historic tradition.

A negotiation. An Alberta Accord. An Alberta next panel. Referendum votes in 2026 that could include a vote on separation. All of that was in Premier Danielle Smith's address to the province Monday. Today, the premier answers questions about all of it. We take it live and get your reaction.

At a time when so many students are beginning their summer jobs, or maybe are still looking, we wanted to know if there is a summer job you'll never forget. Did it influenced your life, long after that summer ended?

An estimated one in three Canadians has at least one tattoo. Is that you? Do you have a story to tell about why you got it? Do you have any regrets?

There was a long list of demands in March along with a warning about a national unity crisis if those demands weren't met. That was then, but what does NOW look like for Danielle Smith and this Liberal Prime Minister?

As the number of measles cases grows in Alberta, how concerned are you? Is there something you want to know about the disease or the vaccine?

Alberta is almost all Conservative blue again, except for 2 or 3 seats, but the Liberals are back in power and Pierre Poilievre has lost his seat. We get your thoughts on the federal election.

Is television these days as good as back in the day? We hear about the shows you like, the ones you avoid, and the ones you think everyone should see.

Alberta's Transportation Minister says Edmonton and Calgary should stop sacrificing lanes for cars and trucks. We ask you about bike lanes, and if you think the province should stay in ITS lane regarding a city issue.

Growing plants in dry conditions. Gardeners are itching to get their hands dirty, but how should they adjust if water restrictions are the new normal?

The leaders have debated and the polls have closed. We get your thoughts on who you are voting for and why.

Alberta is one step closer to a new law allowing forced treatments for addiction, even if the patient says "no". We ask if you think it will hurt or help those suffering from addiction.

Will Canada's Conservative heartland end up not-so-blue after the election? We hear from a couple of journalists about districts to watch in Alberta, and your calls on if there actually is a contest in your riding.

Have you started your Second Act by learning something new? We hear your stories about learning later in life and speak with a researcher about the power of lifelong learning.

New research has been released that connects the shingles vaccine with a lower risk for dementia. We ask a doctor to answer your questions on today's show.

When things go wrong and there's a setback, you choose. You can walk away or dig in, and persevere. Our guest says persevering is a sign of grit, And we're asking when you realized you have it. 

Roughly every five minutes in this country, someone has a stroke. It's the third leading cause of death in Canada. We talk with a neurologist here in Alberta about the risks, how to prevent strokes, and the road to recovery.

Is this election campaign connecting with you and your concerns? Are the priorities of Albertans on the political agenda of the main party leaders? What do you think about what you've heard or NOT heard?

Do you have family or friends in the United States? How much are you talking about the trade war between our countries, and what have those conversations been like? 

It seems getting older influences our voting tendencies. The youth vote has been declining in recent elections.How do you encourage voting for younger voters, and for all voters?

In this federal election campaign, the major party leaders are all promising tax cuts, trying to appeal to middle class voters. Is that how you see yourself?

Reality bites, but the bite was a not as bad as feared. Canada escaped new tariffs, but the existing tariffs remain. So what's next? What do you think of how our political leaders have responded? How are you feeling about it all today, as markets crash?

Sending your DNA for analysis has been all the rage. Was the rush to send DNA samples for testing putting people's privacy in jeopardy? With the bankruptcy of 23 and me, there are a lot of questions about the implications.

CBC's Go Public team tells the story of one man's long battle to get compensation from an airline, after he was wrongly prevented from boarding a flight. Their story made us wonder about yours. Is air travel working for you these days?