The Alberta Roundup with 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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