Protestors are converging on Ottawa for Saturday’s trucker convoy against vaccine mandates,  as police gear up for the protest and any potential violence that might ensue. Chief political correspondent David Akin joined us from Global’s Parliament Hill bureau and breaks down what we can expect in our nations capital.

Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek joined us for our weekly chat about all things YYC. Today with talked to the Mayor about Green Line cost overruns, the potential lifting of pandemic related restrictions and the issue of homelessness in our city.

YMCA Calgary and Fresh Routes have partnered with the Leftovers Foundations to launch Kin Cafe and Kin Market...a Pay-What-You-Want market where Calgarians from all walks of life can access healthy, fresh groceries. We learn how this wonderful program works from Kin program manager, Paul Annunziello (Annun-zello).

And every February, participating cafés and restaurants compete for the coveted title of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate! To find out about the delicious contest and where the money raised goes, we talked with Cindy Browning, Event Coordinator for Meals on Wheels.

Today marks “International Holocaust Remembrance Day,” as designated by the United Nations General Assembly. We discuss the significance of the day, and explore what more needs to be done to educate young people about the truth and atrocities surrounding the Holocaust.

“Science Up Front” is a group comprised of scientists, researchers and health care experts who have chosen January 27th as “National Kids and Vaccines Day”. We speak with Dr. Katharine Smart, a Pediatrician and President of the Canadian Medical Association about the importance of inoculation, to keep our kids healthy.

Then, it’s our monthly conversation with Deborah Yedlin, President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber. This time out, we discuss the strategies local businesses can use to promote diversity and inclusion among their staff.

Finally, Calgary’s “YW” wants to help women of all ages to become more financially confident in 2022. We hear details of ongoing, practical programs taking place in the city, which focus on financial literacy to help Calgary women reach their goals.

We begin with a focus on “mental health,” as today has been deemed “Let’s Talk Day.” We speak with Calgary-based Relationship Therapist, Taunya Craig, for some tips on how to not only ‘talk’ about our mental health but also how to ‘listen’ effectively to those who need to be heard during a tough time.

How much do you know about ‘cryptocurrency,’ and in particular, how much do you know about the ‘dangers’ of being scammed when dealing in the ‘digital dollars’?  We discuss with the Executive Director of the Alberta Blockchain Consortium.

A brand-new department at the University of Calgary will offer unique opportunities for students interested in “Biomedical Engineering.” We hear details on the significance of this new department from Dr. Michael Kallos, of the “Schulich School of Engineering”.

Finally, they’re big, they’re hairy, and they’re the subject of a new study from “McMaster University”. We catch up with Anthropologist Tyler Murchie, for details on a “Wooly Mammoth” study which changes the timeline of the creatures existence on earth by thousands of years.

Cryptocurrency can be a highly volatile investment, and many people have fallen victim to crypto scams -- in fact, in 2020 cryptocurrency related crime rose 79% from the year before if you are thinking of getting into the crypto game, you may want to do your research. This morning we were joined by a crypto and blockchain expert, Koleya Karringten, Executive Director of the Alberta Blockchain Consortium. 

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Mercedes shares with us details of her conversation with Premier Jason Kenney about the challenges his leadership is facing, and the latest on Canada’s response to the ongoing situation between Ukraine and Russia.

COVID-19 ‘restrictions’ are being lifted in the UK this week, as health officials have stated that the ‘omicron’ variant of the virus has ‘peaked’.  We get an update on how citizens are reacting to the ‘re-opening’ with Kenni James, UK broadcaster and business owner.

Next, the right to protest is important for democracy, but there is a right and wrong way to voice your opposition. We speak with Calgary Skyview MP George Chahal about the demonstration that took place in front of his home, last weekend.

Finally, ‘techies’ unite! It’s our regular segment with ‘The Gadget Guy’ Mike Yawney. Mike brings us the latest and greatest in the world of ‘tech,’ including some interesting news about how are Canadian athletes will be ‘communicating’ with the outside world while competing at the Beijing Olympics next month.