The Alberta government has announced a 13.2 billion dollar surplus in yesterday's fiscal update - will Albertans see any of this financial windfall? We discussed with Concordia University Economics Professor, Moshe Lander.

Parents and students are feeling the pinch this fall as they prepare to fund supplies for a new school year. We spoke with Sarah Stachiw, Public Relations & Communication Specialist at Bromwich + Smith, to discuss managing finances for the fall semester.

We begin with a look at the life of former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 91. We discuss how the transformational leader will be remembered in history, with Oleksa Drachewych, Professor of History at Western University.

Next, a recap of Tuesday night’s UCP leadership debate – the last debate in the race to replace Premier Jason Kenney, which wraps up on October 6th. We get analysis from Lori Williams, Political Science Professor from Mount Royal University.

Then, we hear about a unique program which promotes inclusivity in the workplace called “Pride at Work”. We speak with Jade Pichette, Director of the program, on how it works and for details on a workshop taking place this week in Calgary focusing on workplace inclusion.

Finally, it’s back and better than ever! We get a sneak-peak at the 23rd Annual “Calgary International Film Festival” which kicks off on September 22nd. CIFF Artistic Director Brian Owens joins us to reveal a few exciting titles moviegoers can check out, during the 10 day Festival.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. This week, Mercedes brings us the latest on the incident earlier this week that saw Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland being harassed and threatened in Grande Prairie.

Kids head back to the classroom this week, the first "normal" return since 2019. But what precautions have been but in place by the CBE to prepare for any potential COVID or even "Monkey Pox" outbreaks ahead of the new year? We discuss with Christopher Usih, Chief Superintendent of the CBE.

Have you been a victim of a flight cancellation? Besides the inconvenience, it can be a real ‘battle’ trying to get a refund from an airline for a cancelled flight. But now the process may be getting easier. We get details from “The Travel Lady”, Lesley Keyter.

Finally, Monarch Butterfly populations have significantly declined over the past few decades. In fact, the species is now considered endangered. We speak with a Professor from Mount Saint Vincent University who’s research suggests the conservation efforts need to be widely expanded to ensure the survival of the beautiful butterfly.

Author Dana Goldstein has a new book out, and the timing is perfect with the kids heading back to school. In "Spent: My Accidental Career in Retail", Dana talks about her failed career as a retail manager - but also offers up some tips for parents heading to the mall for school supplies. Dana joined us to give us a little synopsis of the new book.

We begin with a look at the proposed National Dental Care plan put forth by the Federal NDP. We discuss what such a plan would mean to Canadians, and how it would work with Brandon Doucet, a Dental Surgeon and founder of the ‘Coalition for Dental Care’.

Have mosquitos put a ‘damper’ on your outdoor summer fun? We catch up with Dr. Ted Jablonski for details on an interesting new study that sheds some light on why some people are more ‘attractive’ to the pests and it has more to do with the mosquitos, than their ‘prey’, Dr. J explains.

Then, we learn about the ambitious work ‘’Breakfast Club Canada” does to ensure no student goes hungry to start their day. We catch up with Joel Tatlow, Marketing Manager from Cross Iron Mills, for details on an event taking place at the mall to support the important work done by ‘Breakfast Club Canada’.

Finally, it’s another edition of “Motivational Monday”, a chance to get you motivated today and beyond! This time out we meet Dana Goldstein, Author of the book “Spent: My Accidental Career in Retail”. Dana shares with us her greatest takeaways from a career in an industry where at times patience can be short and line-ups long!

We begin with an update on news making headlines South of the border. We catch up with Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief, for details on a busy week in the US, including this week’s FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mara-a-Lago property.

Next, it’s “Pride Week” in Calgary. We learn about one of the premier events which kick off the week, the ‘Pride Patio Party’, and the organization it benefits called “The End of the Rainbow Foundation”.

Finally, it’s a chance to make sure every child heads back to school with the supplies they need for a successful year. We speak with Dr. Martha Hart about her ambitious project that will distribute over 700 backpacks filled with supplies to kids in need and how you can help out.

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine. At the beginning of the Russian invasion, Canadians dug deep to support the Ukrainian people. But now, six-months in, are we doing enough to help? We discuss with Shannon Craig, Chief Marketing Officer with “Canada Helps”.

Then, it’s our monthly conversation with “The Calgary Chamber”. We speak with Ruhee Ismail-Teja, the Chamber’s Director of Policy and Communications. Ruhee brings us details on the recommendations her organization is presenting to City Hall, as Council prepares to draft the City’s four-year planning cycle.

Canada’s unemployment rate is now at a record low, yet the labour market remains competitive, with over one-million job vacancies across the country. What do businesses need to do to retain employees? We discuss with John MacKinley, CEO of ‘Caary Capital’.

Finally, it promises to be the ‘tastiest’ event of Calgary’s Pride Festival. We hear details on ‘Sashay Fillet, which brings together teams of talented Chefs and Drag performers in a competition guaranteed to entertain and tempt your tastebuds!

Canada's unemployment rate is at 4.9 percent - a record low. Yet, Canada’s labour market remains exceptionally tight, with over one million job vacancies across the country. What do companies need to do to retain talent? This morning, John MacKinlay, CEO Caary Capital joined us to discuss.

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine. The conflict entered its 6 month on the same day Ukrainians celebrated their ‘Independence Day’. We look back at the past 6 months, and ahead to what may come for the war-torn country with Christian Leuprecht, Professor at the Royal Military College and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.

Still on the topic of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the formation of a team to fight ‘disinformation’ being spread by Russian operatives. We discuss just how prevalent the issue is and what can be done to successfully combat it with Marcus Kolga, Senior Fellow at the MacDonald-Laurier Institute and Founder of “Disinfowatch.org”.

Next, a look at the complexities behind the current job market in Canada. Very low unemployment. Many companies desperate to fill job openings and yet, a considerable amount of people are still looking for work. We discuss with Fabian Lange, Labour Economist from McGill University.

And finally, it’s a new phenomenon called “Tipflation”. We examine the new ‘option’ being presented at some restaurants to tip your ‘wait staff’ at a rate of 30%. We talk ‘tipping’with James Rilett, Vice President of ‘Restaurants Canada’.