The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux

An Albertan elementary school in Whitecourt cancelled its winter concert before Christmas break after the principal said it wasn’t inclusive enough. Plus, a second Alberta town has voted to pass a bylaw to ensure that all public buildings, crosswalks, and flags remain “neutral” on social or political issues. And Albertans can soon look forward to the removal of photo radar sites. These stories and...

This week, Premier Danielle Smith announced that her government will invoke the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act to counter the Liberals’ oil and gas emissions cap. Smith previously called the oil and gas cap “a deranged vendetta” targeting Alberta. Plus, Alberta MLAs recently voted to increase their own accommodation allowance by 14%. Is this really appropriate given the cost of liv...

Alberta Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault finally got booted from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet after a series of scandals involving his false Indigenous identity and past sketchy business dealings, which the Edmonton Police is investigating. Despite getting booted, Randy still gets a six figure salary as a backbench MP. Will he be held accountable for his wrongdoings? Plus, former Prime Min...

The Trudeau government is pushing forward with its oil and gas emissions cap despite concerns that it will result in massive job losses and a reduction of Canada’s GDP. But it’s not just Alberta and various business groups that are sounding the alarm, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s former finance minister Bill Morneau is even speaking out against it. Will Trudeau listen to him? Plus, is former Pr...

The Trudeau government is going through with its emissions cap on the oil and gas sector despite various organizations warning the feds that any such cap would devastate the Canadian economy, reducing the GDP by trillions, and wiping out hundreds of thousands of jobs. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it’s “very obvious” that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “has a deranged vendetta against Alberta...

As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith prepares to amend the Alberta Bill of Rights, Smith is urging federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to promise further free speech and other rights protections at the national level. Plus, the Alberta government has launched a legal challenge against the federal government’s carbon tax exemption for heating oil. And UCP members will decide the fate of Smith...

At the upcoming UCP AGM in November, there is a strong desire from UCP members for the government to double down its support for parental rights by implementing additional policies in the classroom. Will Smith listen to UCP members if these resolutions pass? Joining The Alberta Roundup today is Richard Dur, the Executive Director of Prolife Alberta and a seasoned campaigner in Alberta. Richard dis...

United Conservative Party members will have an opportunity to oust Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the party’s upcoming annual meeting. Do you think Smith deserves to stay on as leader? Plus, the Alberta government is launching a nationwide advertising campaign to warn Canadians about the consequences of a federal cap on the oil and gas sector. And the federal pharmacare plan, which will cost ta...

The United Conservative Caucus of Alberta has officially reinstated Jennifer Johnson, following a recent controversy involving a heated exchange with a transgender activist. Johnson was initially booted from the UCP after so-called “anti-trans” comments and was lambasted by the legacy media. Plus, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Jasper wildfire was mismanaged by Parks Canada. This week,...

A Calgary radio host was assaulted by two men on the streets of Calgary over his reporting on extortion and crime in the South Asian community. Rishi Nagar described the attack as one on the freedom of the press and the integrity of journalism. Is press freedom under threat in Canada? Plus, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been taking some heat for some recent comments she made on chemtrails at...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith offered a sneak peak into the upcoming Bill of Rights amendments to protect Albertans, which included further protecting vaccine choice, property rights and legal firearm ownership. Plus, is the Trudeau government to blame for the Jasper wildfires? Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault repeatedly evaded questions when he appeared before a committee this week and ins...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith delivered her Fall 2024 address this week, announcing more emergency school funding to address the influx of immigrants into the province. However, she’s warning Albertans that this emergency funding may still not be enough to keep up with the Trudeau government’s mass immigration policies. Plus, is Calgary’s Green Line LRT salvageable? Due to poor planning, the proj...

The Bloc Québécois hopes to step in and take the NDP’s place in helping the Liberals ward off an early election, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith isn’t going to let this happen. Smith says the Liberals have no mandate to bargain with Quebec separatists at the expense of Alberta. Plus, Justice David Labrenz sentenced the remaining Coutts protesters, Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert, to prison f...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains the province’s decision to axe funding for Calgary’s LRT Green Line until an independent study is done. The province says costs for the project are ballooning out of control. Also on the show, a killer bear has made an appearance after a three year hiatus. And finally, Rachel has an exciting update about her new show. Tune into the A...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith revealed the next phase of her government’s plan to overhaul Alberta’s healthcare system, including plans to remove Alberta Healthcare Services as the operator of some hospitals. Plus, the hockey world was shocked to learn of the death of hockey star and former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau, who was killed by an alleged drunk driver. And Rachel has some excit...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel is joined by True North Alberta reporter Isaac Lamoureax to discuss the Coutts 4. Isaac explains what we know about the case so far, and what we can expect next week as two men who are still remand await sentencing. The two also discuss whether the case is an example of political prosecution in Canada. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains how Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has listened to criticism and is changing her stance on provincial immigration. Rachel is joined by her True North colleague Isaac Lamoureux who explains what Smith said and where Alberta goes from here. Later, Rachel has an update about the RCMP’s search for a suspected killer. And finally, Rachel...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel Parker explains why the RCMP are being criticized for their response after an Alberta father was murdered on Tuesday. Also on the show, Rachel has news about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s promised accelerated tax cut. And finally, Rachel reveals why Calgary is returning to water restrictions. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more a...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel hosts a panel with two prominent Conservatives who say Premier Danielle Smith is not living up to her mandate. Marty Belanger and Tariq Elnaga supported Smith during the United Conservative Party leadership race, but now say she is taking too long to move forward key policies she supported during the race, like low taxes and an Alberta Provin...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel speaks with Marty Belanger about the Jasper wildfires which burned up to half of the historic village. Marty, who’s been hiking in Jasper for years, said the warning signs have long been ignored and proper forest management practices like controlled burns could have prevented the out of control fires. Rachel and Marty also discuss which level...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is right to call the left’s vision bleak. Rachel also explained why having children is so important. Later on the show, Rachel has an update about wildfires, and breaks down a controversy brewing in Edmonton after it was revealed that UCP ministers and staff accepted Edmonton Oilers’ playoff tickets...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel discusses how the province’s population continues to grow, mainly because of immigration, which is resulting in an increased demand for housing and an increase cost of living for Albertans. Is it time to hit the brakes on immigration? Why is the UCP government still encouraging foreigners to come to Alberta, even going as far as offering a pa...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Parker, Rachel explains why Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not attending the Calgary Stampede this year is a win for Albertans. Also on the show, Rachel has some interesting polling numbers which spell bad news for Naheed Nenshi’s Alberta NDP. Later in the show, Rachel has news about another disaster unfolding in Calgary. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! L...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel reports on the Alberta NDP’s plans to divorce from the federal party. And, Rachel has an update about Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s approval ratings. Rachel has a story about new attack ads the UCP released about Naheed Nenshi, who won the Alberta NDP leadership contest last week. Also on the show, do you know who the least popular polit...

Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interviews UCP Calgary-Lougheed constituency association president Darrell Komick about the CA’s recent Injection of Truth Town Hall which took a critical look at the COVID-19 vaccine data. Komick said he didn’t expect the event to be so controversial, and that party members want vaccine policy to change. He also says whether he thinks memb...