In what's believed to be the largest political convention in Alberta history, nearly 4,000 people gathered in Calgary for the United Conservative Party AGM. By the end of the weekend, the David Parker-led Take Back Alberta had taken control of the UCP board, and the party's most ardent supporters had passed several controversial resolutions. 

3:05 | What does this all mean for Premier Danielle Smith and everyday Albertans? The Discourse co-hosts Erika Barootes and Cheryl Oates approach the story from very different angles.

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20:10 | Charles Adler explains why the UCP AGM was a "Social Conservative orgy," and how he expects federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre to respond. 

48:40 | One week into fall session at the Alberta Legislature, what do the UCP government's priorities mean for small and medium-sized businesses? Alberta Chambers CEO Shauna Feth shines a spotlight on Alberta business.

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