Daybreak Alberta

This hour, exploring the new downtown location for the Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers. Also, a mini-history of the "Frosty the Snowman" animated TV special. Plus music from Seals &Crofts, James Ray, Blue Rodeo, Johnny Reid, and Leon Redbone & Dr. John.

This hour, a giant advent calendar, getting your Christmas tree home, and what the Tesla Cybertrukk means to pick-up consumers. Plus music from Hall & Oates, Cayley Thomas, Kacey Musgraves, the Pointer Sisters, George Jones & Tammy Wynette, and 10CC.

The first week of December can mean the kick-off to the fundraising for food banks around Alberta. To help in those efforts, Russell Bowers took Daybreak on the road to the Rotary Performing Arts Centre in Okotoks. The town is getting ready for a big community concert on December 10 and 11 to benefit food banks in Okotoks, Turner Valley and High River. Russell spoke with volunteer, Wendy Axani who helps get hampers out to individuals and families, as well as Marwin Markos, a local business owner. They both tell compelling stories of helping people and also being someone who needed that help.

This hour, a beloved toy store in Calgary turns out the light. Also, Jerry Granelli reminisces about his work on the soundtrack for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" with the Vince Guaraldi Trio. Plus music from the Eurythmics, Ann Vriend, and Suzie Arfioli.

This hour, the top songs of 1973. Also, a film-maker shares why she wants childless people to be stronger in their beliefs. Plus music from Elvis Costello, the Rolling Stones, Regina Spektor, and the Dixie Chicks.

This hour, remembering the 75th Anniversary of Canadian forces invading Italy during the Second World War. Also, the satire and savage wit of Alice's Restaurant. Plus music from Tears For Fears, Sarah Harmer and Drake.

This hour, how to encourage diversity and respect in a team environment. Also, 50 years of Fluevog shows. Plus music from Annie Lennox, Elton John, Nuela Charles, and George Benson.

This hour, when should you use Premium fuel in a car? Also, a visit to the Glow Garden light fesitval. Plus music from The Rankins, Oysterband, Shania Twain, Serena Ryder, and Michael Bernard Fitzgerald.

This hour, does Christmas music in shops help us shop more? Also, ongoing efforts to help Snowbirds stay longer in the U.S., and some tech help to find lost items. Plus music from Paul McCartney, Dolly Parton, City & Colour, and Shleby Lynne with Allison Moorer.

This hour, how open are drivers to electric trucks? Also, are big box stores moving in from the suburbs to the urban downtown landscape? Plus music from Blue Rodeo, Nik Kershaw, Alan Doyle with Dean Brody, and Linda Ronstadt.