We begin with our continuing series shining the spotlight on the upcoming municipal election, specifically the race for Mayor. This time out, our Dave McIvor features another one of the top candidates, according to recent polling, Jeff Davison.

Next, details on the newly announced “QR Code” proof of vaccination program being rolled out by the Provincial government. We speak with Global Calgary Reporter Sarah Offin, who explains how it will work for both businesses and individual citizens.

Then, it’s our monthly conversation with Dr. Axel Moehrenschlager, Director of Conservation & Science from The Calgary Zoo. This time out, Dr. Moehrenschlager shares with us the success story of the “Radioactive Horse”.

Finally, October is “Canadian Library Month”. We hear details about an innovative new “Little Library” that  just opened up in the SE community of Legacy.

He's been on hiatus, but he's back with us this morning! Joining us now is Dr Axel Moehrenschlager the Calgary Zoo's Director of Conservation & Science to discuss all the great conservation work our Zoo is involved with around the world. This week, the nature doctor about “Saving the most ancient, most endangered, and most radioactive horses.”

We begin with a look at women in politics, specifically, those women running for Mayor in next week’s Civic Election. We hear details on a unique online project which highlights the four female candidates on the ballot in the race for the ‘top job’ at City Hall.

Next, we hear from the ‘Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ on their new ‘taskforce’ which aims to highlight the issues facing Western Municipalities. We speak with Randy Goulden, Chair of the “Western Economic Taskforce” about the issues facing these regions, and the findings of their new report.

It's no secret that small and medium sized businesses have been hit hard during the pandemic, but now a new initiative from the non-profit organization, “Mitacs” aims to help struggling businesses bounce back. We hear about the ambitious program and how Post-Secondary students are lending a hand.

Finally, it’s our monthly catch-up with Ellen Parker, CEO and Owner of “Parker PR”. This time out, Ellen shines the spotlight on some great events coming to Calgary and offers up some ‘networking’ tips to help you build your business.

We begin with our continuing series shining the spotlight on the upcoming municipal election, specifically, the race for Mayor. This time out, our Dave McIvor features one of the top candidates, according to recent polling, Jan Damery.

Next, it’s our weekly conversation with current Mayor, Naheed Nenshi. With 10 days until election day, we get the Mayor’s thoughts on the campaigns of the many candidates and the importance of making your vote count.

Then we head stateside. We speak with Jennifer Johnson, Washington Reporter for Global News, for details on the continued controversy surrounding social media giant “Facebook” and the latest numbers in the battle against COVID-19.

Finally, October 11th is “National Coming Out Day.” We speak with an Author and LGBTQ+ Advocate about the importance of the day, and what more needs to be done to help those in Canada feel safe ‘coming out’.

One year after we did the original interview, we're following up on a study that looked at the impacts of the COVID pandemic on HPV vaccine programs. Joining us this morning, during HPV Prevention Week, is Dr. Vivian Brown, Chair & Co-Founder of HPV Prevention Week in Canada.