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Today, we're joined by Christian Twomey, Chair of the Government Relations Standing Committee, to chat about YYC Votes 2025, a campaign that highlights municipal policy issues that have the greatest impact on the housing challenges facing Calgarians in the upcoming civic election.On the podcast, Christian discusses the why behind the campaign, CREB®'s top five housing issues and why REALTOR® insights matter.CREB® is also hosting a mayoral candidate forum at the CREB® Campus on Oct. 6 with the top mayoral candidates. It will focus on Calgary's housing challenges and the five key issues that CREB® has identified, with the goal of learning the mayoral candidates' positions on these matters. Register here: https://www.creblink.com/About_CREB/Events/Registration/?eventKey=251006MACA

On This is Calgary we get into the stories that define this city and break down the big, weird and wild things you need to know. Join us each week for chats with Calgarians at the heart of the stories that matter to you. Find new episodes in your feed with host Jenny Howe every Wednesday.

First up, a chat with a wedding content creator about landing the gig of a lifetime and having her work featured by a global fashion authority. After that, the local tie to the missing person documentary everyone's talking about, Amy Bradley Is Missing.

Despite having private insurance, most Calgarians will pay 50-70% of dental implant costs out-of-pocket. Insurance typically covers only 50-60% with low annual maximums, while implants cost $2,700-$5,000 per tooth. Government plans provide no coverage at all. Calgary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Group City: Calgary Address: 10201 Southport Road SW #10125 Website: https://oralsurgerycalgary.com/

On Friday, Calgary Blizzard could capture the League One Alberta men's title (and a trip to the 2026 Canadian Championship) with a win. The Calgary Foothills women's team could win the women's division title (and qualify for the interprovincial cup in August) if the are victorious  combined with a loss by the Blizzard's women's team.  We discuss the possibilities in more detail.We interview Foothills striker Avril Jamieson about her career, this current League One season and also about her university plans this fall at St. FX.Cavalry FC is back at Spruce Meadows on Saturday where they will play York United. The Calgary Wild are on the road in Montreal on Saturday. We preview both matches and talk about both club's new signings.We also have a Mya Jones injury update. And we talk about a couple of Calgarians who are joining Canada's U17 women's team in Mexico next week.Subscribe to our Substack or follow us on Twitter/X or on Instagram or Bluesky.Our website is yycsoccer.com

With record population growth in the past two years, how are The City of Calgary and our housing partners addressing the housing crisis? In this episode of Calgary Conversations, we're taking a deep dive into The City's housing strategy with Reid Hendry, Chief Housing Officer and external partner, Bev Jarvis, Communications Director of Onward Homes. Find out what it takes to create more housing supply, choice and affordability for Calgarians as our experts shed light on the complex puzzle pieces of the housing world.

The Calgary Stampede is known as the greatest outdoor show on earth. It's a must attend event for most Calgarians, but more importantly for Canadian politicians.It's an event that can make or break someone - from what they're wearing to how they flip pancakes. Host Mark Day speaks to CityNews reporter Sean Amato in Alberta about why the Stampede is so important and a look at everything's that's happened this year so far. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

On today's show: we connect with a member of Calgary's Ukrainian community who took part in a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy while he was here for the G7; what Calgarians can expect from a new suburb inspired by places like Paris and Amsterdam; the movie that spawned a worldwide fear of sharks is turning 50! We talk all about Jaws!

This city loves to queue up for hype. Take the recent opening of a popular American doughnut chain as an example. Get in line, because we're getting to the bottom of this phenomenon.

Inflation Is Down, But Food Prices Are UpGrocery prices are still rising, even as overall inflation has dropped to its lowest level in more than three years. On this week's episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie will talk to economist Sylvain Charlebois about why we're not seeing relief in stores and how this will impact your retirement. The Cost of Living After Living?A recent report from the Money Wise Institute suggests the rising cost of living has officially overtaken taxes as the number one threat to inheritance wealth transfer. Most parents now expect to spend all their money in retirement while many of their children still assume they’ll receive an inheritance. To explore what this means for families, we'll talk to Gary Teelucksingh, financial services expert, author, and co-founder of the Money Wise Institute.Can Calgary Handle Our Future?Rising costs, concerns about public safety, and growing demands on housing and infrastructure have Calgarians looking for clear answers about the city’s future. We'll be speaking with Ward 1 Councillor Sonya Sharp, who has been a strong voice for fiscal discipline, for her perspective on Calgary’s key challenges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ken and Russell sit down with Sandra Clarkson, President & CEO of The Calgary Drop-In Centre, one of North America's largest homeless shelters. Sandra has dedicated her entire career to the nonprofit sector, working both on the front lines and on the funding side, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the sector. At The DI, Sandra lead a major strategic shift to a housing-focused model. Sandra shares insights into the challenges of implementing strategic change with long-serving staff some of whom may be resistant to new approaches: and navigating public engagement amidst NIMBYism and community pushback. Whether you're a leader in the nonprofit sector or just someone who gives a f*** about making meaningful change, this conversation offers valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, and the power of vision.Links:The Free Goods Program, by The Calgary Drop-In Centre: FreeGoodsProgram.caThe DI's Free Goods Program collects new and used donations and then distributes them to Calgarians who need them – at no cost. For donations that aren't required for programs, the DI will recycle or sell them to raise money that is better suited for other agency needs. No donation goes to waste.Subscribe & Share:If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Share it with your colleagues who might need a fresh perspective on thriving in challenging work environments!—  Ready to take your difficult conversations to the next level?Get our book: I Need To F***ing Talk To You! | The Art of Navigating Difficult Workplace ConversationsAvailable on:AmazonOwl's Nest BooksShelf Life BooksVisit our website: ineedtof-ingtalktoyou.com

Get In The Game | Local Lens | Calgary BusinessIn this episode of Local Lens, we sit down with Troy Elvey, owner of Play It Again Sports in West Hills and Shawnessy, to hear his inspiring journey from corporate life back to entrepreneurship. Troy shares how he revived two local sports stores by combining his passion for sports with sharp business instincts. From keeping gear affordable for families to encouraging Calgarians to try new sports without breaking the bank, Troy's mission is simple: get people in the game. Join us as we celebrate local business, resilience, and community spirit — only on Local Lens: Your lens into Calgary's thriving business scene.#YYCBusiness #LocalLens #SupportLocal #CalgaryBusiness #PlayItAgainSports #YYCEntrepreneurs #SportsForEveryone #SmallBusinessStory #YYCSports #CommunityDriven #UsedSportsGear #GetInTheGame #YYCLocalhttps://yyccalgarybusiness.ca/blog/local-lens-229/get-in-the-game-local-lens-1237About the Guest: Troy Elvey is the owner of Play It Again Sports in West Hills and Shawnessy, Calgary, where he revitalizes community access to affordable, quality sporting goods. With a background in entrepreneurship and a passion for sports, Troy is dedicated to helping families get in the game without breaking the bank.You can connect with ​Troy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-elvey-08ab1936About Adam Kolozetti: Adam's alternate title at ENTA Solutions is The Culture Ninja. His passion is helping small businesses excel by creating an engaging company culture. Adam's goal is to help your team achieve clarity of purpose and wholeheartedly commit to your company's values and vision.Connect with Adam on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-kolozettiDiscover the heartbeat of Calgary's thriving business community! Our show dives into the stories of local talent, highlighting the innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers shaping our city. From inspiring journeys to creative ventures, we bring you closer to the people driving Calgary forward. Don't forget to subscribe, follow us on social media, and share the episodes to help us amplify these incredible voices. Support local, stay inspired, and see Calgary like never before!Local Lens is also the ideal choice to showcase your contributions to the community, inspire others to get involved, promote your business and:-Reach a global audience via the YYC Business website and the MegaPixxMedia YouTube channel.-Gain additional viewers of Local Lens episodes through free publication on YYC Calgary Business social media platforms.-Download the Local Lens episode to your personal and company social media pages.Episodes are also available in podcast format, and you can listen to them on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Google Podcasts.Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutionshttps://www.entasolutions.org

Beckler & Seanna talk about the new pope, the GOAT of moms, and do some heavy pandering to Calgarians.

Newcomers in Calgary count on free language classes provided by the federal government to give them language tools to make the city home. But often they're stuck waiting months for a chance to learn. And with immigration targets being lowered, the funding taps for these classes are turning off.

For World Health Day, we sat down with Dr. David Campbell and Dr. Amity Quinn, co-directors of the Health Policy Trails Unit at the University of Calgary to ask them questions like: how do we improve health outcomes for Calgarians living in poverty? How can small interventions, like financial incentives, impact patient and physician behavior? Why is it important for academic researchers and community organizations to work collaboratively? 

On today's show: The U.S. plans to apply sweeping new tariffs on imports. We spoke with Calgary Chamber of Commerce CEO Deborah Yedlin to hear what's at stake for Canada on what President Trump calls "Liberation Day"; Calgarians with ties to Myanmar are doing whatever they can to help those impacted by a devastating earthquake that hit last week; The birds are back! But why not stay south, especially when we get late season snowstorms? Get ready for all you could ever want to know about circadian rhythms. 

The Big Show w/ Rusic & Rose is On Demand! On hour 2, the guy's discuss goaltender strategies for the final NHL season playoff push, what Calgarians can look forward to with the new arena,  and more from The Flames latest victory!  (25:48) Later, Calgary Roughnecks goalie Nick Rose joins the show to talk about his incredible card collection, how his time in Calgary has been since getting traded, and the Roughnecks playoff push!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In 1977, a 100-page hand-painted plan for a white, stone, European-style Calgary was discovered in the walls of a garage. The illustrations show a totally different vision for the city, with wide, stone boulevards, artificial lagoons and grand, classical buildings. While the plan was expensive for a frontier town of 80,000 people and was swiftly shelved with the outbreak of the First World War, the beauty of those drawings captured Calgarians' imaginations when they were rediscovered. What if Calgary had been built like Paris, with beauty at its core? What even is “beautiful”? And who gets to decide? In this episode, we're telling the story of the English gardener Thomas Mawson who wanted to make his colonialist mark on Calgary, and explore how power uses architecture to tell stories.

New home developments are often opposed by people who say "Not In My Backyard" — and Calgarians are sometimes labelled as NIMBY when they want to avoid more dense housing near their existing properties. We hear from a Calgarian frustrated by a new project he thinks doesn't match his neighbourhood, and a developer who talks about how to avoid residents saying "no" to anything near their backyards.

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; the resurrection of Tim Horton's' Roll Up The Rim wild turkeys in Montreal the asteroid that may collide with Earth in 2032 the Calgarians stuck in Cancun Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/keep-canada-weird Send a voice memo: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/contact Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird Provide feedback and comments on the episode: nighttimepodcast.com/contact Subscribe to the show: nighttimepodcast.com/subscribe Contact: Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; the resurrection of Tim Horton's' Roll Up The Rim wild turkeys in Montreal the asteroid that may collide with Earth in 2032 the Calgarians stuck in Cancun Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/keep-canada-weird Send a voice memo: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/contact Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird Provide feedback and comments on the episode: nighttimepodcast.com/contact Subscribe to the show: nighttimepodcast.com/subscribe Contact: Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In our first podcast of 2025, we're joined by Chief Administrative Officer, David Duckworth, and Chief Operations Officer, Stuart Dalgleish who speak to some of the biggest topics of 2024 and The City's focus for 2025. Get an inside look at the projects and plans to come this year as City Administration continues to tackle Calgarians' top priorities.

The federal Conservatives have openly bragged about how young people are getting more involved with their party than one might guess, based on stereotypes and clichés about teenagers and voters without much grey hair. Hear straight from two young Calgarians why they got involved in federal politics, and what the next federal election means to conservatives under 25 in this city.

On today's show: the climate case for an emissions cap on energy companies; what might another Trump Administration mean for trade relations between the US and Alberta; we check in with two Calgarians who are competing for Team Canada at the first ever International Wakesurf Championships in Hong Kong.

On today's show: we hear more about Hurricane Milton, which is shaping up to be the most powerful storm to hit Florida in more than a century; what we can learn from our friends down under about Alberta's upcoming flu season; the Flames are back in action tonight, but how well do Calgarians really know their team? We take to the streets to found out.

On today's show: two men involved in the Coutts blockade have been sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison. We hear from a reporter who covered the trial; we explore what might happen if Calgary's water woes reach a worse case scenario; two Calgarians are fresh off the catwalk at New York Fashion Week.

On today's show: after a full day to assess the damage from a powerful hail storm, we check in with Ward 3 Councillor Jasmine Mian to see how people are holding up; as Calgarians continue to clean up the mess and assess the damage from Monday night's storm, we check in with the Insurance Bureau of Canada; and we meet the duo representing Canada at the World Karaoke Championships in Finland.

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On today's show: the province says it wants out of the federal dental plan. We get reaction from a provider for low-income Calgarians; we delve into the world of unpasteurized, or raw milk; and the Flames are getting a jersey upgrade, but not all fans are stoked about it. 

Calgarians are still rationing water more than two weeks after a catastrophic pipe break — and the city says they've got at least two more weeks to go before it's fixed.There's still much we don't know about why this pipe broke down, but what experts do know is that other Canadian cities should be gearing up for similar crises. Huge amounts of their infrastructure — from roads to subway cars to schools and community centres — hasn't been properly maintained for decades, and it's nearing the end of its life span.Matti Siemiatycki, the Director of the Infrastructure Institute at the University of Toronto.For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Is Justin Trudeau done in the next two months? Paul Wells, one of Canada's best political writers, takes us into his new book "Trudeau on the Ropes: Governing in Troubled Times".  2:50 | We get Paul's opinion on the Canadian warship in Cuba, Justin Trudeau's future with the Liberal Party, Pierre Poilievre's human side, the opioid crisis in Alberta, and the Canadian Future Party. PAUL'S SUBSTACK: https://paulwells.substack.com/ 40:52 | Calling all elopers! If you'd love to get married in the mountains, check out this new Jasper business. #MyJasper Memories is presented on Real Talk by our friends at Tourism Jasper.  CONNECT WITH JASPER PARK ELOPEMENTS: https://www.jasperparkelopements.ca/ 47:45 | BELIEVE! Ryan and Johnny tee up Game Six of the Stanley Cup Final, including a behind the scenes look from Johnny's DJ booth at The Moss Pit.  1:06:40 | While some Calgarians are rationing water by limiting showers and not flushing their toilets, others are watering their lawns and filling their hot tubs. Ryan rolls out some of the messages we've received from Real Talkers in Calgary.  EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Typically, a broken water main does not plunge a city into weeks of critical water shortages and a state of emergency. But the pipe that broke on June 5 wasn't a typical water main. Now, almost two weeks later, the city is estimating another three to five weeks for full repairs, and until then Calgarians are under water restrictions.How did the break happen, and could it have been prevented? Why will repairs take so long? What might happen if the city gets close to running out of water? And will the Calgary Stampede, due to start on July 5th, still go on as scheduled?GUEST: Kerry Black, Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Calgary We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

It's been a week since a “catastrophic” main break forced people in Calgary to limit their water use — thinking twice about everything from doing laundry to flushing the toilet. Guest host Duncan McCue checks in with Calgarians, and asks what we can learn from this crisis.

Play-by-Play voice of the Stampeders Mark Stephen joins the SportsCage to discuss whether Calgarians are supporting the Oilers and how things are shaping up in the CFL!

Calgarians have been told to cut back on water use or risk running out entirely, as the city struggles to repair a huge water main break. Matt Galloway talks to city councillor Sonya Sharp.

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Boyle Street has had the permit for its site revoked…again. Plus, the police have declined a public audit, and we'll talk about Sohi's polling numbers. Is it really that time already?Here are the relevant links for this episode:Guest: Jack Farrell@_jack_farrellJack Farrell at St. Albert GazetteBoyle Street / CPTEDBoyle Street denied permit to build south Edmonton overdose prevention sitePermit denied for Wolf Den overdose prevention site in EdmontonJack's tweet threadHow EPS got involved in city planning — The YEG YellerEPS CPTED trainingPolice auditEdmonton police commission refuses to release audit plan to city councilMichael Janz's tweet threadFrom the Taproot newsroomTim Querengesser, managing editorPadmanadi and Seoul Fried Chicken tackle Calgary expansions differentlyCouncil to decide if U of A's proposal to redevelop farmland into housing can start planningTaproot Edmonton's roundupsWhat are you curious about? Let us know at hello@taprootedmonton.caLRT musicNews Release: Travel to the tunes of Tchaikovsky and more in downtown LRT stationsStephanie's tweet2011: Mercury Opera's 104 Underground (an operascape)Sohi troubleEdmonton heading in 'wrong direction,' Sohi on the ropes: Leger pollPoll results show Edmonton city council faces a tough re-election roadCivic Matters: Downtown Edmonton during the Oilers' playoff runDistrict planningEdmonton district planning decision could be weeks away, signals plans may be sent back for changes'Citizens are abandoned and angry': Public speakers distrustful of Edmonton district planningRapid fireIncrease in Edmonton's paper, reusable bag fee takes effect July 1Taste of Edmonton announces presale tickets ahead of 40th anniversary'We are at risk of running out': Calgarians asked to use 25% less water than yesterdayThis episode is brought to you by the Edmonton Public Library which is hosting another instalment in its Forward Thinking Speaker Series. Don't miss Dr. Marie Wilson in conversation with Chief Wilton Littlechild on June 19. The Truth and Reconciliation Commissioners will discuss what we can do to further reconciliation across Canada. Tickets are now available for this EPL fundraiser.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, a source of curiosity-driven original stories, curated newsletters on various topics, and locally focused podcasts, all in the service of informing Edmontonians about what is going on in their community. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★

On today's show: a Calgary MP wants to stop the deportation of the truck driver who caused the Humboldt Broncos crash; we meet the Coaldale musician behind a new Pride anthem; and to cheer or to jeer? That is the question for many Calgarians as the Oilers head into the Stanley Cup finals.

In this video interview, Donovan Bailey, Olympic gold medal sprinter, discusses his career, his thoughts about success and his message to young athletes. Bailey is in Calgary speaking Tuesday April 30 at the annual Champion Chats fundraiser for Classroom Champions. He's also guest speaker Thursday May 30 at the Calgary Italian Sportsmen's Dinner. HERE'S THE PUBLICIST MATERIAL FOR HIS BOOK A memoir of Olympic glory, the value of mentorship and the courage to champion your own excellence, from the long-reigning world's fastest man, Canadian sprinting legend Donovan Bailey. From the lush fields of his boyhood in Jamaica, to the basketball courts of Oakville, where he came of age in one of Canada's most thriving cultural mosaics, to his sprint toward double Olympic gold for Canada in Atlanta in 1996, Donovan Bailey got a long way on natural talent. But he also learned that in the bureaucratic world of Canadian sports, an athlete who didn't come up in the system needed to take charge of his fate if he was going to become the world's best. As he ascended from outsider to dominant athlete, others didn't always understand the rigour at work behind Bailey's confident demeanor. He'd learned from watching Muhammad Ali that a champion needed to act like a champion. But media grew fixated on the sprinter's immodesty, the likes of which they never saw from Canadian athletes, especially track athletes in the wake of the Ben Johnson doping scandal at Seoul in 1988. Bailey was having none of it, and when he called out Canada's subtle racism and contradicted the prevailing idea most Canadians had of their country, he left in his wake a media uproar and cracked wide open the nation's moral complacency. In addition to his unforgettable 100-metre and 4×100 relay gold-medal sprints in Atlanta, Bailey's track career was a litany of records and rare accomplishments, including his audacious 1997 race in Toronto's SkyDome against American 200-metre Olympic champion Michael Johnson to determine who was really the world's fastest man. There was no disputing the result. Bailey had been coached in success before he was seriously coached in athletics. Following the lead of his father, a machinist-turned-real estate investor, Bailey became a millionaire by the age of 21, an experience he continues to draw on as an entrepreneur and philanthropist. Frank about his dominance on the track and unapologetic for expecting as much of those around him as he expects of himself, Undisputed is an athlete's story that refuses to settle for second best. Donovan Bailey PRESS RELEASE Calgary, AB – The annual Champion Chats fundraiser luncheon held April 30, 2024 at Hyatt Regency Calgary is now sold out. At over 55 tables of guests, this year's Champion Chats will be the biggest ever and brings together over 450 of Calgary business leaders, Olympians and Paralympians, and community leaders to support the work of Classroom Champions, a non-profit dedicated to providing specialized programming for high-needs schools across Western Canada – and across North America – by partnering students and classrooms with athlete mentors. “This year's event is the biggest one yet with dozens of CEOs joining us for this incredible afternoon meant to educate and inspire us while providing needed funds for programs close to home,” said Steve Mesler, President and CEO of Classroom Champions. “It's clear that there is a lot of excitement about hearing from our stellar line-up of athletes who will speak about their own experiences achieving personal excellence.” The 2024 event panel includes: Donovan Bailey: Widely regarded as one of the greatest professional athletes of all time, Bailey won a gold medal for Canada in the men's 100m at the 1996 Olympic Summer Games and set a world record with a time of 9.84 seconds. He works to uplift organizations that aspire to achieve greatness. In October 2023, he released his memoir, “Undisputed”. Luke Willson: As a Canadian former professional football player, Luke played tight end in the National Football League (NFL) and is one of the few Canadian athletes ever to win a Super Bowl. He spent his first five NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks where he was a fan favourite, winning Super Bowl XLVIII with the team. He retired from the NFL in 2021 and is an NFL analyst on TSN. Waneek Horn-Miller: As one of Canada's few Indigenous Olympians, Waneek has used her unique experiences in life and sport combined with a passion for her culture to influence Indigenous and non-Indigenous leadership in sport and wellness. A Mohawk from the Kahnawake Mohawk Territory near Montreal, Waneek was behind the lines during the Oka crisis in 1990 when a Canadian soldier's bayonet stabbed her. It was a near-death experience that marked a turning point in her life. Waneek is one of North America's most inspiring female Indigenous speakers. Long-time panel moderator for Champion Chats, Tara Slone is back to host the panel and will lead the conversation about what it takes to achieve excellence, both personally and as a community — a theme that is sure to resonate with the entrepreneurs and leaders in the room. Donovan Bailey adds, “I'm thrilled to be a part of this year's fundraiser and am honoured to work with Classroom Champions to raise awareness about the critical need to provide kids with skills to meet their challenges. I look forward to inspiring Calgarians and supporting Classroom Champions' great work.” Champion Chats will also celebrate the 25 Calgary-based energy companies known as the “Energizing Communities Collective” who are focused on their commitment to creating a long-term positive impact within their operating areas across B.C., Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Gold members of the Collective include Athabasca Oil Corporation (new), ARC Resources, Crescent Point, Headwater Exploration, PETRONAS (new), Spartan Delta, Pembina Pipeline Corporation, Tamarack Valley Energy, and Tourmaline Oil Corp. “It's amazing to see how our locally based charity is growing at such a rapid pace and to see how our impact extends to classrooms across North America and around the globe. The local business community is making that happen, says Mesler.” He adds that Champion Chats is an opportunity to celebrate the non-profit's extraordinary momentum. Funds raised at Champion Chats will directly benefit children by providing them with athlete mentors, as well as supporting teachers with the Classroom Champions curriculum. More about Classroom Champions Classroom Champions is a nonprofit charity that has impacted over a million students to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically through the mentorship and mindsets of world-class athletes. Working with 300+ Olympic, Paralympic, university student-athletes and professional athletes who volunteer as mentors and over 5,000 teachers, Classroom Champions programs and curriculum has worked with predominantly underserved, rural, and Indigenous communities across the continent. Students participating in Classroom Champions see significant improvements in the classroom, teachers see improved engagement, and athlete mentors learn new skills to prepare for life after sport. Learn more at: www.classroomchampions.org. Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada's Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list. He was also named by RETHINK to its global list of Top Retail Experts 2024. About Us Canada's Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. 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How do the Feds plan to invest their way out of a housing crisis? What proof do we have the $10/day childcare program is paying off? What does the future of pharmacare look like in provinces saying "No thanks" to the proposed plan? And how can Canadians trust the government's procurement process after that $60M ArriveCAN app debacle? We check in with Hon. Anita Anand (34:10) in this episode of Real Talk.  7:30 | But first...Ryan and Johnny talk get Real about their track record with dentist and doctor visits, Real Talker Sean says boo birds at the Flames game don't speak for all Calgarians (14:38), Real Talker Caroline has insights on politicians who swap values for power (20:23), and Real Talker Jake shares his informed take on Temporary Foreign Workers (28:23).  EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com 34:10 | Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, joins us a few minutes ahead of a big pre-budget announcement in Calgary. FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  59:40 | Real Talker Lisa is married to an Alberta Sheriff. She tells us how they're feeling about a proposed Alberta Police Force. Real Talker Sunil fact checks Max Fawcett's March 28 comments about inflation (1:06:10). We revisit our fascinating conversation with Trina Moyles about the 2024 wildfire season (1:15:00), and hear from Real Talker Heather (1:21:38), who says she's just trying to keep her head above water re: politics and everything else!  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch QUALIFY FOR EXCLUSIVE PERKS! BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

A rough reception for Mayor Jyoti Gondek, booed during an appearance at centre ice during the Calgary Flames South Asian Celebration game. It's the latest challenge for Gondek, whose popularity has taken a significant hit in recent months, as evidenced by the recall petition we discussed during our March 25, 2024 episode.  5:30 | What does the heckling say about Calgarians, or even Canadians...if anything? Charles Adler gives us his take on this story, along with an update on the Danielle Smith/Steven Guilbeault spat, and an infamous five year anniversary of an interview that changed the course of Ryan and Chuck's careers.  46:40 | Is Ottawa ignoring a big opportunity for Canadian LNG exports? Alberta Chambers of Commerce President and CEO Shauna Feth lays out the business implications of a recent visit by the Greek PM, changes to the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Cap, the carbon tax increase, the Temporary Foreign Worker program, Pharmacare, and more. UPCOMING JOB FAIRS: https://www.abchamber.ca/alberta-hiring-opportunities/ TALENT DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/talent-development-task-force/ ALBERTA PERSPECTIVES SURVEY: https://rtrj.info/040224ACCABPerspectives 1:24:25 | Shout out to Donna Jean Wilde! The 58 year old Magrath, AB resident broke the Guinness World Record for longest time in an abdominal plank (female), holding the gut-busting fitness pose for just over four and a half hours! How could we not feature her incredible accomplishment in this week's Positive Reflections presented by our friends at Kuby Renewable Energy?!  SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch QUALIFY FOR EXCLUSIVE PERKS! BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Easter 2024 - Luke 24:36-49: Happy Easter! This day is the most important day in the Christian calendar. It is a day of celebration, victory, family, and feasting. And yet, many Calgarians could scarcely identify why this day is so important. Many of us make a great mistake of Easter and miss the moment. As we look at Luke 24:36-49 we will see the scandal and challenge of Easter and Jesus invitation to a whole new life. Join us this Sunday at 9 and 11am (and on Good Friday at 9 or 11am – come early as we are joining with other churches) to celebrate the high point of Christian life and the promise of new life both now and forevermore!

In the late 1970s and early ‘80s a sexual predator stalked Calgarians. At the same time, homicide detectives used cutting edge strategies to track a child killer. What no one realized, was that the two cases were connected. Global News Senior Crime Reporter Nancy Hixt shares how a tip from one brave little girl changed the direction of the entire investigation and the unexpected twist the case took years later. Contact: Instagram: @nancy.hixt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NancyHixtCrimeBeat/ Email: nancy.hixt@globalnews.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show: more people died last year from drug overdoses in Alberta than has ever been recorded in the past. We hear about the people behind the numbers; a disagreement between the province and the city has delayed the expansion of a small seniors home in Calgary; and we tell you about an event at Cabin Brewing tonight aimed specifically at neurodiverse Calgarians.

On today's show: we hear about the plans for a new housing facility for Calgarians facing chronic-homelessness; two more Alberta mayors are facing recall petitions. We check in on what that says about the changing nature of local politics; how can bingo, karaoke, and every other recreational activity make an impact in a homeless or unhoused person's life? We talk with the organizer to find out.

Elon Musk calls Toronto Star “Canada's Pravda” after Pierre Poilievre accused the paper of a “ridiculous attack.” Plus, Calgarians have 60 days to recall Mayor Jyoti Gondek in the first-ever petition of its kind. And Pierre Poilievre wades into the parental rights debate and tells Trudeau to “butt out” on parental rights. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Seek to understand." It's one of Stephen Covey's Seven Steps of Highly Effective People. It's also a solid life principle for anybody looking to make a positive impact in the world. It's what we try to do every episode of Real Talk. It's safe to say nobody will be more affected by Alberta's new Trans policies than Trans youth. In this episode, we talk to a Trans journalist born and raised in Red Deer, AB. 3:48 | Mel Woods is a senior editor at Xtra Magazine, Canada's largest LGBTQ2S+ publication. They share their personal and professional perspectives on the real life impacts of the UCP's new policies on parents and pronouns, Trans healthcare, Sex Ed, and Trans women in sport. CHECK OUT MEL'S WORK: https://xtramagazine.com/ 1:04:50 | Ryan responds to a live chat comment about Take Back Alberta's influence on Premier Smith's policy announcement, and reads a few of the best emails we've received after our February 2 Real Talk Round Table.  EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:20:30 | It's pretty unusual to see a Chief of Police issue a public apology to the victim of an alleged sexual assault, but that's exactly what happened in London, Ontario.  1:26:40 | A group of Calgarians is attempting to run Mayor Jyoti Gondek out of office. We take a look at what's required to reverse an election result in Alberta.  BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:    / ryanjespersen     WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Today, we're looking at the costs being added onto new homes by Canada's commitment to so-called green energy under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government. Plus, Premier Danielle Smith is trying to tackle crime in Alberta, with Justice Minister Mickey Amery saying Calgarians deserve to feel safe in the city's downtown core. And finally, what do Anne Frank's diary, The Hunger Games and Harry Potter have in common? They're all books banned by the Peel District School Board's new equity policy.