Premier John Horgan played nice yesterday with Jason Kenney, the new premier-elect of Alberta. Horgan said he had a friendly chat on the phone with Kenney and he hopes the two of them can work together.  The Province newspaper's Michael Smyth is here with his take on the day's headlines.

This is Making Cents of the Markets with Senior Vice President & Sr. Portfolio Mgr at Raymond James Lori Pinkowski.  Filling in today is Cindy David, Senior Estates Planning Advisor at Raymond James.  As always if you have any questions you can contact her team directly at 604-915-LORI or visit pinkowski.ca.

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Jason Kenney is Alberta’s new Premier, after his United Conservative Party swept to victory, winning a majority government in yesterday’s election. Does that mean British Columbians should brace for higher gas prices after Kenney’s promise to ‘turn off the taps’ to BC last week?  We take a deep dive into the outcome of the Alberta election and it’s impact on BC.

Guest: Global News Chief Political Correspondent David Akin

Guest: Political strategist Stephen Carter, President-QED Marketing Inc., former political strategist for Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi and former Alberta premier Alison Redford

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On Sunday, one of the most anticipated TV events of all time kicked off. Game Of Thrones’ final season aired.  Did you know there’s a Vancouver connection and it has to do with flying dragons.

Guest: Image Engine Visual Effects Supervisor for Game of Thrones Thomas Schelesny

25 years and 20 billion beverage containers recycled and diverted through Encorp’s Return-It System.  Jon interviews Allen Langdon, President & CEO of Return-It, to talk about what they are doing to continue diverting waste from landfill and supporting a circular economy. Return-It is the stewardship agency responsible for developing, managing and improving systems to recover used packaging and end of life products in BC.

Well that didn’t take long as they called it 30 minutes after the polls closed.  Jason Kenny is the new Premier of Alberta and is touting that Alberta is once again open for business.  The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.

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Albertan's head to the polls and will choose who will lead the province for the next four years. United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney has threatened to ‘turn off the [gas] taps’ to BC if he wins.  The latest polls suggest Kenney could clinch 50% of the vote, so with a UCP win very possible, what kind of impact could a Kenney win have in BC?

Guest: SFU Department of Political Science Sanjay Jeram

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In a post on his Facebook page, Coquitlam mayor Richard Stewart has delved into the debate around the effectiveness of a municipal police force versus the RCMP. Would a civic force ever become a reality in Coquitlam?

Guest: Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart

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The French are in mourning after the famed Notre Dame Cathedral was engulfed in flames, causing the roof and a spire to collapse, but the main structure of the 850 year old building - and a number of relics inside - were saved.  Patrick Moran gives us a greater idea of the cultural and historical relevance of Notre Dame, and how this fire has impacted the not only locals, but people around the world.

Guest: Dr Patrick Moran - Assistant Professor of French Studies at UBC

It looks like Kits residents will fight back against a 3000 unit housing development but the Squamish Nation holds all the power over what is done on their land.

Remembering that polls have been wrong in the past, right now it seems like Rachel Notley and the NDP would need some sort of miracle to be re-elected tonight in Alberta.  The Province newspaper's Michael Smyth is here with his take on the day's headlines.

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Dueling rallies shut down a section of the Lougheed Highway near 223rd street in Maple Ridge yesterday afternoon.  Hundreds of people demonstrated for, and against, the provincial plan to build modular housing.

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Gas prices rose one cent yesterday in Vancouver, to reach $1.70.5 a litre at one station. That’s the highest price for gas in any North American city.. Ever.  Why are we paying so much for gas? We connect with Gasbuddy’s Dan McTeague to find out if relief at the pumps are in the future.

Guest: Analyst at Gasbuddy.com, Dan McTeague

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Tiger Woods has claimed his first major tournament victory in 11 years, and his 15th overall, clinching the US Masters in a remarkable comeback, after four back surgeries.  Global’s Squire Barnes joins the show to break down Tigers impressive career and comeback.

Guest: Global News Sports Anchor & Director, Squire Barnes

There were dueling protest rallies in Maple Ridge on the weekend over siting of a modular housing project.  The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.