Alberta at Noon

<p>If you're talking about it, so is Kathleen Petty on Alberta's only province-wide open line. From strong opinions, to thoughtful arguments, to stories worth repeating — you never know what you'll hear next.</p>

Are you travelling to the US?

The number of Canadians traveling to the U.S. by air or by car has fallen off a cliff this year. Are you avoiding all things U.S, especially travel as snowbird season is about to begin?

10-09
52:48

How will oil affect a trade deal?

Tariffs and trade. Mark Carney and Donald Trump once again in the oval office. Once again it was friendly but also, it ended without a deal. However, it seems that oil exports south could potentially be key to unlocking tariff relief.

10-08
52:47

How you're feeling during the teachers' strike

Day 2 of the teachers' strike. It's the largest labour action in Alberta's history. We discuss the impact and what the road to resolution might look like. Listeners tell us how they think it can and should be resolved.

10-07
53:26

Responding to measles outbreaks

The measles outbreak has resulted in tragedy.A newborn has died after being born prematurely. The mothercontracted measles during pregnancy. How could this have been avoided and how should public health respond? 

10-06
53:19

Do you want a new pipeline built?

Premier Danielle Smith is tabling a new pipeline from Alberta to the BC coast, calling it a one in a generation type project, despite vocal pushback from many across British Columbia. Will it be a pipeline or a pipe dream?

10-03
52:48

Have you ever left the ER before receiving treatment?

Last year nearly 200,000 Albertans left emergency without seeing a doctor, or against medical advice. Have you ever left the ER? What made you decide to leave before receiving treatment?

10-02
52:48

What does the looming teacher's strike mean for you?

Barring an 11th hour deal, teachers will be on strike Monday. How do you feel about this? What will you do with your kids? Do you want teachers to pause the job action, and try to negotiate a deal?

10-01
53:19

What you should know about autism

Autism has been in the news because of Donald Trump's unproven claims. We dig into what research does say about autism and hear your calls on what you need other people to know based on your experience.

09-29
53:19

Canada Post on strike

Postal workers are on strike after Ottawa says Canada Post is "insolvent" and instructs it to save money, ending door-to-door mail delivery. How does this affect you?

09-26
52:54

How relevant are grades nowadays?

Should marks matter? A student with an 89.5 average was turned down entry into Engineering at the U of C. We hear your thoughts on just how relevant marks actually are.

09-25
52:48

Navigating neighbour disputes

From unruly backyard fires to hostile pets, we hear your stories about the disputes you've had with neighbours.

09-24
53:19

How is it going downtown?

Public safety downtown has been flagged as a key issue in the municipal election in Edmonton and Calgary.What have you seen happening downtown? Do you feel safe? What would you like to see happen next?

09-23
53:18

Party politics in municipal elections

It's nomination day in Alberta for the upcoming municipal election. This time, political parties are involved in Edmonton and Calgary. How do you feel about this? Will you vote for a party or a person?

09-22
53:22

ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel has had his talk-show pulled. Now President Trump is musing about cancelling broadcast licenses of all stations airing content critical of him.We hear your thoughts on what this says about society in the United States.

09-19
53:20

Your thoughts on sports betting ads

Gambling ads and conversations about betting. Hard to miss when watching sports. Are you okay with this? Is it just part of taking in a game, or should the amount of gambling content be cut back?

09-18
52:48

Being a woman working in trades

From cat-calls, to isolation, to simply being told "you're not strong enough". Women in trades put up with a lot. Are things changing?

09-17
52:48

Citizenship on driver's licenses

Should Alberta driver's licenses include Canadian citizenship designations?

09-16
52:48

Buying an EV in the current market

Sales are down of pure electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, and Ottawa is reviewing its EV sales mandate. Does this change how you feel about EVs? Do you see yourself ever buying one?

09-15
53:05

Major projects announced across Canada

Five nation-building projects have been chosen by the Prime Minister for possible fast tracking. Not one of them is a pipeline, or in Alberta. We ask listeners for their thoughts on the projects announced.

09-12
52:48

How a teacher's strike impacts you

Teachers say they may go on strike in 3 and a half weeks unless a new contract is reached with the province. We hear your thoughts on how a strike would affect you and which side you support.

09-11
53:04

Ye Jia

it appears CBC mixed this episode with another episode.

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