Calgary Eyeopener

On today's show: the city is out of money to help people put a better roof on their home. We talk about how the hail storm of 2020 is still being felt today; we hear more about the ATCO Electric fine; why are Power Prices So Darn High?! That's the title of a new report at the School of Public Policy at the U of C. We tell you what the authors discovered; the semi-finals of our Battle of the Burbs is on! The winners of the Northwest and Northeast face off.

On today's show: why researchers say some massive forests are on the move; a Calgary man got a big surprise in the search for his biological father. We hear the details; the Flames are headed to the Stanley Cup playoffs! Sportsnet's Eric Francis joins us with a look ahead for the team; we chat with Easter Seals Camp Horizon about the need for counselors this summer.

On today's show: a look at how the conservative leadership race is shaping up; we speak with an Alberta researcher involved in an international project to save Ukrainian culture online; what it means for church goers to be able to gather in-person again, as the Easter weekend approaches; and we check in with a Calgarian getting ready and set to run the first regular Boston Marathon in 3 years.

On today's show: we talk about how Calgary is supporting Ukrainian refugees, including those arriving with no plan for what to do once they get here; why some Etsy vendors aren't selling this week, shutting down their digital shops and asking the platform for change; a closer look at the shipping and supply problems driving up prices on everything from tires to limes; and with Ramadan happening this month, we ask if it's time workplaces adjust to help their Muslim employees while they fast.

On today's show: have you ever looked at your utility bills and wondered, what’s with all the fees? You’re not alone and you’re right if you think they’ve gone up; remembering Calgary artist Harry Kiyooka; why your margarita may be getting more expensive. The juicy details on a hot lime market; and are they a staple of the Easter season in your home? Julie van Rosendaal is a big fan of hot cross buns she tells us why.

On today's show: more on the flu that has Alberta chicken farmers on edge; we hear from a pediatric dentist in Calgary, about Canada's plans to offer dental coverage to kids; and you know him as the front man of the folk rock institution Great Big Sea, but now, Alan Doyle has written a musical and he tells us how you can win a trip to PEI to see it.

On today's show: what yesterday's federal budget could mean for Calgary's hot housing market; why the thin blue line is so meaningful to police in Calgary; and we finally reveal the top prize in our Battle of the Burbs contest.

On today's show: just over a month ago, Latjor Tuel was shot and killed by Calgary police. This morning, his family speaks about the man they lost; we head down to Aggie Days to speak with some volunteers after the event's two year covid hiatus; and why the town of Nanton is celebrating its historic grain elevators this weekend.

On today's show: could the arrival of a gaming company in Calgary signal a shift to the new economy; they're still playing hockey in Chestermere and have been for the past several days. We check in on the world record chase for a good cause; and the honky tonk is back. Ranchman's returns to the city.

On today's show: the city has officially re-started the process of getting a new arena built. We hear from Event Centre Committee chair Sonya Sharp; titans will fall this week in our Battle of the Burbs contest; and the pros and cons of Alberta's fuel tax rebate.