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This is Edmonton

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Edmonton
Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
Affordable Housing
Canada
CBC
Edmonton Oilers
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CBC News
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Homelessness
Urban Development
Housing
Food Insecurity
University Of Alberta
Alberta Health Services
Transgender Rights
Alcohol
Domestic Violence
Intimate Partner Violence

How well do you know our city? Learn about the quintessential, random, and occasionally infuriating things that make Edmonton, Edmonton. One story a week, about the city we love. Hosted by Clare Bonnyman, every Wednesday.

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How long can you hold your bladder? If you’re out and about in Edmonton, you might find out the hard way if you’re caught without a public washroom nearby. Publicly accessible toilets are a big part of urban planning, but they can be challenging to i... more

When Edmontonians text Transit Watch, ETS’s safety reporting hotline, it reveals what’s actually happening on our transit system. But where do those messages go? The CBC obtained a month's worth of messages to Transit Watch. The CBC’s Madeleine Cummi... more

Bike lane controversy is not going away in Edmonton — if anything it’s getting louder. This fall the provincial government plans to introduce legislation that would allow them to remove bike lanes in cities, and in the meantime neighbours are opposin... more

When Delwin Vriend’s legal battle lands in the Supreme Court of Canada, public debate turns ugly. And like it or not, Delwin and his legal team become the faces of the battle to protect sexual orientation; heroes to some, and villains to others. 

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Delwin Vriend
Central figure in the case challenging discrimination based on sexual orientation
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Murray Billett
Delwin Vriend's partner and supporter in the case
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Doug Stollery
Delwin Vriend's lawyer and co-counsel
Legal team
Episode: The Edmonton teacher who was fired for being gay – and how he fought back against the province (Part two)
Sheila Greckle
Co-counsel in the case
Legal team
Episode: The Edmonton teacher who was fired for being gay – and how he fought back against the province (Part two)
Katie Teeling
CBC reporter
CBC News
Episode: Zooming in on zoning consultation in Laurier Heights
Liam Harrap
Mountain researcher/reporter
CBC Edmonton / Mountain Love episode contributor
Episode: Why Edmontonians add so much meaning to the mountains
Donovan Villeneuve
Executive Producer for Taste of Edmonton
Taste of Edmonton
Episode: From downpours to smoky skies: How Edmonton's festivals adapt to extreme weather
Jesse Ruddies
Director of K-Days
Explore Edmonton (K-Days)
Episode: From downpours to smoky skies: How Edmonton's festivals adapt to extreme weather
Emily Williams
CBC reporter providing transit reporting and analysis
CBC News
Episode: Trains are so 2020: Why Edmonton is flirting with bus rapid transit

Host

Clare Bonnyman
Host of Edmonton CBC local podcast coverage and This Is Edmonton; CBC News Edmonton and CBC News; extensive experience reporting on city-related stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • A Change in Audio Quality

    Hi there. I am a fairly new listener. But this weeks podcast has terrible audio. It’s ramped up to the maximum gain. I guess if you listen without noise cancellation, you’ll hear the scratching sound in all the audio recordings

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    Imacstudent
    Canada3 months ago
  • Julia Wong involuntary treatment episode

    This episode was quite well done and did address the fact that there is scant evidence for involuntary treatment. However, I was really disappointed that the language of the “Opioid crisis” continues to be used by the CBC. People are dying from a toxic unregulated drug supply as drug policy experts continually emphasize. Can we please get the terminology correct? It matters for how the issue is understood and addressed. I would expect CBC to have this nuance, especially when Edmonton is home to ... more

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    RebeccaSaw
    Canada2 years ago
  • A fun informative podcast

    Clare is a great host and brings forward interesting and informative news, current events and what’s happening in this city and province. Shout out to Min & Tahirin for co-hosting.

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    Rogue10canada
    Canada4 years ago
  • More progressive spin from the CBC.

    Given that there are so few podcast based on local events and news in the city of Edmonton, I was really hoping that the CBC would put this together to talk a truely Edmonton perspective. I was hoping for a balanced nutral perspective from all sides. However, this is just another left leaning progressive outlet with a narrative to spout. The CBC should explore the need for balanced content as a main stream news outlet. There are already too many versions of this podcast.

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    MoosForFree
    Canada6 years ago

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Guests and host chemistry are frequently cited as a major strength.
Some critics want more balanced perspectives and neutral tone on contentious topics.
Listeners appreciate the local focus and practical context for Edmonton issues.
The show is praised for strong reporting and accessible storytelling with archival depth.
Audio quality and production polish are occasionally highlighted as inconsistent.

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Trains are so 2020: Why Edmonton is flirting with bus rapid transit
Q: So what has been maybe the larger reaction to BRT in the city, especially when we look at things like that White Ave based route that could change a lot of things?
Overall reaction is mixed: some riders see BRT as a practical improvement with dedicated lanes and faster service, while others worry about parking loss, loading zones, and the potential disruption during construction; residents and students express attachment to current bus routes and the perceived trade-offs between convenience and new infrastructure.
From downpours to smoky skies: How Edmonton's festivals adapt to extreme weather
Q: How do you decide when to evacuate versus shelter in place during severe weather?
The decision hinges on the severity and projected duration of the weather, radar indications, and the safety of guests and staff, with a priority on preventing mass exposure to dangerous conditions while maintaining order.
What is a restrictive covenant and why do some Edmonton neighbourhoods want them?
Q: What are the risks or downsides of these covenants for neighborhoods and city planning?
They can be too rigid, potentially freezing neighborhoods and complicating future development or densification, and they may shift the balance of power away from city planning toward private agreements, which could undermine city-wide goals if adoption is uneven.
What is a restrictive covenant and why do some Edmonton neighbourhoods want them?
Q: Okay. And so let's get into maybe some of the mechanics. How do these ancient covenants actually work?
A group of residents collaborates with a lawyer to draft a written agreement that outlines rules for properties in the covenant, then registers it at the Alberta Land Titles Office; once signed, the covenant binds current and future owners on the affected lots and is enforced by the group, not the city, with effectiveness depending on how many neighbors participate.
So, we need to talk about Alberta separatism
Q: So first, I do kind of want to get nerdy. Can you tell me a bit about how you go gathering this data?
We use CBC's long-running public opinion methodology, starting with a random, representative list of Albertans, calling real people to collect data, and applying consistent polling practices to track separation questions along with broader political attitudes over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This is Edmonton

What is This is Edmonton about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This collection features Edmonton-focused stories that blend local news, civic issues, and cultural context, often anchored by in-depth reporting and archival or expert commentary. Topics frequently center on city planning, transit, housing policy, local governance, and notable historical events, with a strong emphasis on practical implications for residents and stakeholders. A recurring strength is grounding complex topics in accessible storytelling, using local voices—from reporters and researchers to city officials and community advocates—to illuminate how Edmonton functions and evolves. Noteworthy elements include archival context, data-driven investigations, and a consistent city-wide lens that helps listeners understand how policy dec... more

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Recent guests on This is Edmonton include:

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2. Murray Billett
3. Doug Stollery
4. Sheila Greckle
5. Katie Teeling
6. Liam Harrap
7. Donovan Villeneuve
8. Jesse Ruddies

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