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Nova Scotia Today with Dan Ahlstrand

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Parliament Of Canada
Peace By Chocolate

Nova Scotia Today is a dynamic and engaging talk radio program that covers a wide range of topics including politics, current events, and community issues. Hosted by Dan Ahlstrand, the show invites listeners to join the conversation through call-ins and social media.

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In Hour 1, Shawn Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada joins Dan to talk about the Spring Economic Update. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Scott Tingley, Natural Resource Management specializing in Wil... more

In Hour 1, Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University, joins Dan to reflect on Prime Minister Carney’s first year in office. Armağan Özbilge, Assistant Professor, Management Science and Information Systems Rowe School of Busin... more

In Hour 1, Meteorologist Allister Aalders provides an update on the incoming rain system. David Giles, President of PoweredEV, discusses the development of a thermal monitoring solution aimed at reducing lithium-ion battery-related fires. Claudia Che... more

In Hour 1, Kim Cail, representative of CUPE provides an update on the CUPE long-term care workers’ strike. Andrew Lo, CEO of Embark, shares new data showing millennial parents in Atlantic Canada are saving money effectively than previous believed. MP... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Ryan Sommers
Senior Regional Medical Officer of Health
Nova Scotia Health
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 24, 2026
Tony Anscombe
Chief Security Evangelist
ESET
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 24, 2026
Cecil Wright
Sports commentator
Nova Scotia Today (Sports segment)
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 24, 2026
Steve Murphy
Former CTV News editor and in-studio guest
CTV News
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026
Valerie Malone
President of Halifax Tides FC
Halifax Tides FC
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026
Janet Steele
Councillor, District 12, HRM
HRM Council
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026
Ray Plourde
Senior Wilderness Coordinator, Ecology Action Centre
Ecology Action Centre
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026
Warren Kinsella
Author and political commentator
Author of The Hidden Hand
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026
Tareq Hadhad
President and CEO of Peace by Chocolate
Peace by Chocolate
Episode: Nova Scotia Today | April 22, 2026

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Dan Ahlstrand
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Nova Scotia Today | April 16, 2026
Q: What is the Coles Notes version of Vision 2030?
Paul MacKinnon explains that Vision 2030 has 17 recommendations across four categories, focusing on infrastructure, downtown vitality, and transportation, with the goal of a more connected, livable downtown and a better transit system.
Nova Scotia Today | April 7, 2026
Q: What are the underlying legal authorities that govern cannabis sales on First Nations reserves in Nova Scotia?
The guests explain there are two main theories: treaty-based Mi'kmaq sovereignty that could include cannabis sales, and provincial jurisdiction under established laws like the Cannabis Control Act; the legal landscape is unsettled and could require higher court clarification.

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The program operates as a live, open-line talk show focused on Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canadian affairs, blending politics, public policy, transportation, health, and technology with caller engagement. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with local officials, policy experts, and national analysts, plus timely discussions on transit, housing, infrastructure, tax policy, public health, and space/science segments. A recurring strength is translating complex policy issues into practical takeaways for residents and business audiences, often anchored by a prominent host who guides civic conversations and welcomes community input. Notable traits include civically minded debates, a steady stream of expert guests from government, academ... more

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1. Dr. Ryan Sommers
2. Tony Anscombe
3. Cecil Wright
4. Steve Murphy
5. Valerie Malone
6. Janet Steele
7. Ray Plourde
8. Warren Kinsella

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