
What Calgarians are talking about. Every Wednesday, we dive into one story, to keep you up to speed on the biggest issues affecting Alberta's biggest city. Hosted by Jenny Howe, and powered by CBC Calgary journalism.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 119 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Stephen Avenue, the outdoor pedestrian mall in the heart of Calgary’s downtown, has changed in recent years. Once bustling with shoppers and tourists, the area is quieter now, with a regular police presence to monitor for crime and social disorder. C... more
This week in our politicial panel, we hear about the findings of a new CBC-commissioned poll regarding support for Alberta separating from Canada, as well as Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP government. The survey was commissioned by pollster Janet... more
For weeks, a private landfill has been on fire in southeast Calgary, affecting air quality in at least 19 neighbourhoods of the city. The Calgary Fire Department has the fire under control but says it could take weeks or even months to fully extingui... more
In the first of our bonus political episodes, we hear analysis on the Alberta NDP's surprise win over the UCP in the Calgary-Shaw byelection. Loren talks to Shannon Phillips, a former Alberta NDP cabinet minister and founding partner of Meredith, Boe... more
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This show centers on Calgary's latest happenings across a broad spectrum of urban life, from city planning and governance to downtown vitality, arts, and local business. Episodes frequently feature municipal policy, infrastructure, real estate trends, and cultural development, often weaving in resident perspectives and expert commentary. The balance of policy-oriented discussions with human-interest storytelling makes it useful for listeners who want practical context on Calgary's growth, amenities, and public services; it likely attracts professionals in urban planning, policy, real estate, and local business, as well as engaged residents following civic issues. A notable strength is its ability to translate technical topics into accessibl... more
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