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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
Alberta Health Services
University Of Alberta
Transgender Rights
Domestic Violence
Intimate Partner Violence
Alcohol

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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Here in the city, we have a strong connection to the Rocky Mountains. Many Edmontonians even consider Jasper, kind of like a backyard, but we're certainly not alone in our love of elevation. CBC’s Liam Harrap did a deep dive into the country’s peaks ... more

This year has been anything but normal for Edmonton’s summer festivals. Storms have already cancelled multiple outdoor concerts and shows, and smoky skies are now threatening one of the biggest festival weekends of the year. In this episode, we’ll he... more

The City of Edmonton is considering bus rapid transit, or BRT, as a new future transit option. It’s been an idea before, but a new city proposal looks at two routes that could make serious changes to Edmonton’s streets. CBC reporter Emily Williams di... more

All is fair in love, war and referendums… or is it? As Alberta approaches the Oct. 19 vote and the question of separating from Canada, emotions are high, and having conversations across the political spectrum can be difficult. However, it’s more impo... more

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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
Jared Wesley
Political scientist at the University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: Why is it so hard to talk about separatism?
Nancy Lockhart
Co-owner of Big M Drug Mart, Calgary
Big M Drug Mart
Episode: Why Alberta is the reason you get to shop every Sunday
Tim Boyle
Lawyer who argued the charter challenge
Calgary law firm
Episode: Why Alberta is the reason you get to shop every Sunday
Alison Dempster
Reporter/host discussing the case
CBC
Episode: Why Alberta is the reason you get to shop every Sunday
Noel Dant
Edmonton's first city planner
Edmonton Archives
Episode: How ‘Wild Bill’ Hawrelak’s name ended up on a major city park
Pierre Couchard
Belgian freedom fighter who immigrated to Edmonton
Private individual featured in interview
Episode: How ‘Wild Bill’ Hawrelak’s name ended up on a major city park
Emily Fitzpatrick
CBC Edmonton reporter sharing her moth trauma story
CBC Edmonton
Episode: Fighting bugs with bugs — an Edmontonian’s experience with clothes moths

Hosts

Clare Bonnyman
Host of Edmonton-area reporting with CBC News involvement across multiple Edmonton-focused series.
Colton Hutchinson
Occasional host in for Clare, contributing Edmonton-focused reporting.

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
    Canada2 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
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Some critiques mention perceived bias and a strong editorial lens.
Listeners appreciate the local focus and practical Edmonton context.
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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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The show spotlights Edmonton through compact, city-focused stories that blend policy, neighborhood dynamics, and everyday life. Episodes frequently tackle urban development, housing, public safety, education, and local governance, often pairing residents' experiences with data or expert context. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want tangible, Edmonton-specific insights about how local decisions shape daily life, property values, and community identity. A notable strength is its mix of investigative reporting, community voices, and practical explainers on timely urban issues, making it useful for listeners who want to understand city planning, policy shifts, and local culture without broad national framing.

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2. Jesse Ruddies
3. Jared Wesley
4. Nancy Lockhart
5. Tim Boyle
6. Alison Dempster
7. Noel Dant
8. Pierre Couchard

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