Episodes

  • Alberta COVID report draws ire of “experts” and media

    Alberta COVID report draws ire of “experts” and media
    Feb 1 2025
    While the Trudeau government and most of Canada’s premiers continue to push for a tit-for-tat trade war with the U.S., Alberta Premier Smith continues to think of innovative ways to prevent U.S. tariffs. This week, she called on the federal government to appoint a Canadian border czar to work with the U.S. to secure our borders. Will the feds listen? Plus, Alberta’s COVID Response Report was released this week and among its various recommendations, it urges the provincial government stop providing vaccines for healthy children and teenagers. The same “experts” who pushed for mandatory vaccines are dismissing the report, calling it “anti-science” and “anti-evidence.” And as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre pledged to deport temporary residents carrying out violent or hate crimes in Canada, Alberta updated its antisemitism curriculum in response to the rise in anti-Jewish hatred worldwide following Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7 attack on Israeli citizens. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Is the tariff dispute 100% Trudeau’s fault?

    Is the tariff dispute 100% Trudeau’s fault?
    Jan 25 2025
    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is 100% to blame for any tariffs that will be placed on Canadian imports by President Donald Trump. Plus, the Government of Alberta says it cannot move forward with rebuilding Jasper, which was devastated by wildfires, unless the federal government, the municipality, and Parks Canada hold up their ends of the bargain. And Calgary City Council voted to maintain its pay increases despite affordability concerns and widespread opposition. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Carney bans independent media

    Carney bans independent media
    Jan 18 2025
    Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney launched his campaign this week but independent media, including True North, were not welcome at his campaign launch event as police removed independent journalists off the premises at the direction of Carney’s campaign. Plus, as the likelihood of U.S. tariffs becomes more real, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she would not allow for tariffs to be applied to her province’s energy, nor would she entertain the idea of cutting off Canada’s biggest trading partner. And the Alberta government has implemented a new GPS monitoring program aiming to fight Canada’s catch-and-release bail system that has let high-risk and repeat offenders roam free. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Smith goes toe to toe with Trudeau and Trump

    Smith goes toe to toe with Trudeau and Trump
    Jan 11 2025
    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had some of the strongest words yet for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau following his resignation, calling the move one of “the most irresponsible and selfish acts of a government in Canadian history.” She’s also been sparring with President-elect Donald Trump amid his pending tariff and annexation threats. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi finally announced his bid for the legislature, hoping to take over Rachel Notley’s vacated safe seat. Alberta has also set a target of doubling its oil production and increasing energy exports to the United States. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • How the Alberta gov is standing up for oil and gas

    How the Alberta gov is standing up for oil and gas
    Jan 4 2025
    After years of leftist politicians and activists demonizing Canada’s energy sector, things are finally starting to look up. As the international demand for ethical energy grows and more pro-oil and gas politicians are elected, 2025 has the potential to be a prosperous year for Canada’s energy sector. But there are still lurking threats for the energy sector. The small but vocal minority of climate activists continue to be persistent and the threat of U.S. tariffs may impact the sector as well. Today on The Alberta Roundup, Alberta Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean joins the show to discuss the Alberta government’s priorities in the new year and how it will continue standing up for the province’s oil and gas sector. Tune into The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024

    Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024
    Dec 28 2024
    On this episode of the Alberta Roundup, Isaac Lamoureux walks you through Alberta’s biggest stories of 2024. There were many stories to choose from, including the devastating Jasper wildfires which many believe could’ve been prevented and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decisive win at the United Conservative Party Annual General Meeting. What do you think was the top story in Alberta? Let us know in the comments below. Tune into The Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Smith steps up while Trudeau government implodes

    Smith steps up while Trudeau government implodes
    Dec 21 2024
    Amid President-elect Trump’s threat to place a 25% tariff on all Canadian products, the Trudeau government seems to be imploding. The threat of tariffs seems to be the least of Trudeau’s concerns right now. Due to Trudeau’s absence, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has stepped up and has begun negotiating with the Americans. Plus, Isaac covers some of the biggest ways the Alberta government stuck up for the freedom of Albertans. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Is Gondek the most popular mayor in Canada?

    Is Gondek the most popular mayor in Canada?
    Dec 14 2024
    Despite abysmal approval ratings and the bungling of various files, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek was awarded “Mayor of the Year” by an Ontario-based municipal magazine. Seriously. Plus, a shark has made its way to Alberta as the province is welcoming a project led by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary for a massive artificial intelligence data centre. And former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley ended her nearly years-long political career after announcing her official resignation as the MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins