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Every week, Rachel Emmanuel will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday.
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Alberta charter schools are booming
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.
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More human caused fires in Alberta
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.
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The Inside Story on Pierre Poilievre
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.
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UCP pressures Smith to change Covid vax policy
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.
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Calgary’s rezoning bylaw harms the middle class
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.
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Alberta minister slams “harm production” approach to drugs
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.
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Definitely appreciate this!!!
Thank you for covering provincial and municipal hot topics with clarity and candour!
Finally!
Finally an Alberta poli podcast worth listening to!