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Paula Simons, Columnist for the Edmonton Journal, starts the conversation. 

Trudeau has the chance to take strong action on Kinder Morgan, but will he use them? Lorne Gunter, Edmonton Sun columnist, weighs in.

We get insight from Stephen Farnsworth, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the University of Mary Washington.

For the first time, millennials have the potential to elect governments and political parties- politicians need to be aware of this. Tim Harper, Freelance writer and contributor to the Toronto Star, shares his thoughts. 

Speaking with a former Humboldt Bronco- Sheldon Brookbank- one of the six NHLers produced by the team. How strong in the sense of community in Humboldt?

Several agencies are coming together this evening to host a meeting for anyone in our city experiencing distress because of the Humboldt tragedy. Mark Hatchette, Staff Sergeant with the Calgary Police Service, has the details. 

With this weekend’s Humboldt tragedy -Speaking with Sarah Walker, executive director Hospice Calgary, who can touch on the challenges these young men/ survivors and their parents will face in the coming days, weeks and years.  

Angela Kokott shares her thoughts. 

What is Fort Mac is hoping to get of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's visit to the area tomorrow. Where is Fort Mac in the recovery- we are hearing that things are turning around, but what is the reality? Speaking with Mayor Don Scott, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. 

Alberta Liberal MLA Dr. Swann is saying the Morley medical crisis yesterday displayed inadequate EMS Surge Capacity.

The AB government has introduced legislation to establish no-go zones for protesters around abortion clinics. Health Minister, Sarah Hoffman, joins Angela on air to explain further. 

Why do workers go on strike? How do relationships alter after doing so? Melanie Simms, Professor of Work and Employment, University of Glasgow, shares her thoughts. 

Gun culture is something that is often overlooked when Canadians consider moving south of the border. Zoe Kevork, an immigration lawyer and co-president of the Southern California chapter of Canadians Abroad, weighs in. 

The tax deadline is quickly approaching and many people will be receiving a refund. Where should we put this money? Robert Christiansen, with Servus Credit Union, tells us what we should consider when coming into some unexpected cash.

Can workplaces drug test employees after cannabis is legal? Sarah E. Leamon, criminal defence lawyer and the chair of the board at PACE Society in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, starts the conversation. 

The IOC has released the list of cities 'interested' in hosting the 2026 Olympic Games- WE are on this list. Robert Livingstone, sport journalist for http://GamesBids.com  - specializing in the Olympic bid process, shares his thoughts. 

A bylaw to ban public use of cannabis is up for debate today at #YYCCC. Keith Fagin, founder of Calgary 420 Cannabis community, weighs in on the topic. 

Fighting against ageism! It’s time to stop treating senior citizens as a burden. Sharon Butala, an Officer of the Order of Canada and author, has more. 

What is the Landlord Tenant Act... how powerful it is for Landlord? Tenant? Robert Noce, real estate/condominium lawyer with Miller Thomson in both Calgary and Edmonton, has all the answers. 

Rachel Notley stops by the studio to chat with Angela Kokott! She answers questions about her budget and the latest details on the BC pipeline battle. 

This anti-smoking group, The Truth Initiative, has criticized Netflix for the amount of smoking scenes in its original shows. Angela is joined by Robin Koval, CEO and President of Truth Initiative. 

In light of the Albert Park Radisson Community Centre being demolished because of mould- what should future community centres look like? Gian-Carlo Carra, Councillor for Ward 9, shares his thoughts. 

In this guest’s new book: Cashflow Cookbook, he writes about getting the most out of your tax returns. The book includes 60 easy recipes that anyone can use to reduce their spending, lock in savings to invest, or reduce debt. GUEST: Gordon Stein, Toronto author of Cashflow Cookbook

Finance Minister Joe Ceci tabled Alberta's 2018 budget today. What does this and the five-year deficit reduction plan look like?   GUEST: Finance Minister Joe Ceci

Discussing all the latest details around the Cambridge Analytic scandal. David Ball, Reporter for Metro Vancouver who has been following this story closely joins Angela on Calgary Today.