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Once a month we join the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's Director of Conservation & Science, Dr Axel Morenschlager, to discuss all the great conservation work the team is involved with around the world. From tiny leaves to giant wings: guess who is getting wilder…? The Nature Doctor joined us with the answers!

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Mercedes shares with us details of her interview with the newly named Canadian Forces “Chief of Defence Staff”, General Wayne Eyre. Next, November 30th is known as "Giving Tuesday," following “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday,” it’s a day dedicated to ‘giving back’. We meet...

We begin with a discussion surrounding the new COVID-19 variant, which has been named “Omicron”. We speak with Dr. Iris Gorfinkel, family doctor and vaccine researcher, for details on what’s known about the new ‘strain’, first discovered in South Africa. Next, we continue our series on ‘Supply Chain Issues’. We catch up with Erica Alini, Online Journalist with Global News, for a look at the curren...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. We discuss this week’s announcement of the Property Tax hike next year for Calgarians and ask her why she voted against an increase to Police Funding in the budget. Then, we head stateside for an update on the stories making headlines South of the border. We get the latest on two high-profile murder cases that wrapped up this week, and...

We begin with a look at a new, first of its kind, report highlighting the contributions of Indigenous Albertans on the Provincial Economy. We get a breakdown from Jon Horsman, VP of Business at ATB Financial and ATB Capital Markets. Next, it’s kind of a BIG deal when it comes to finding a GREAT deal just ahead of the holidays. This week promises to be one of the busiest times of the year when it c...

During Movember we have focused on Men's Health issues and today our producer, Reece Schafer, talked with local charity OneBall, supporting men battling testicular cancer.

We begin with another edition of “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. This week, a focus on the newly announced roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines for kids between the ages of 5 and 11 and as always, Dr. Jenne answers questions sent in by our listeners. Next, it’s the final installment in our series on financial literacy as November is “Fi...

Although the Opioid Crisis has taken a backseat to the COVID-19 pandemic, it continues to devastate families across the country. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, opioid toxicity deaths have increased by 88% compared to pre-pandemic levels. To help us understand why this is happening, we were joined by Dr. Paul Christo, Associate Professor in the Division of Pain Medicine at the Johns Hopk...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. We speak with Mercedes about what Canadians can expect from Governor General Marie Simon’s first Throne Speech, and the top priorities ahead for the Liberal Minority Government with the 44th sitting of Parliament kicking off this week. Next, we look at the continuing Opioid...

We begin with our continuing series on shortages in Canada’s ‘supply chain’. This time out, we focus on fresh perishable food and the impact not only the Pandemic has had on getting goods delivered, but also the recent flooding in BC. We get the latest from Erica Alini, Online Journalist with Global News. Could your morning Tea or Coffee have significant health benefits? We speak with Dr. Ted Jabl...

When you want an update on what’s happening in your city, you go to the top! Mayor Jyoti Gondek joined the show this morning to discuss her meeting yesterday with the Municipal Affairs Minister, as well as giving an update on the planned Event Centre and tax talks. The massive flooding and damage in BC can be tied to a devastating "atmospheric river" according to experts. But what is this phenomen...

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.  Early screening for lung cancer can make this deadly disease more treatable and and could ultimately save your life! 770 CHQR on-air contributor Dave McIvor spoke to a U of C Doctor to find out what’s new and what we need to know about the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women in Canada. Could paralysis soon be treatable? A new type of tre...

The holiday season is just around the corner and this morning we talk about how you can spend less time baking and more time enjoying time with family and friends. Lazy Bake is a local business borne out of the pandemic, and this morning we talked with the founder of Lazy Bake, Katie Duffin.  lazybake.com  

We begin with our monthly conversation with Police Chief Mark Neufeld. We ask the Chief about what the CPS is doing to address the current ‘uptick’ in the city when it comes to ‘weapon related’ violent crimes and the rise of ‘cybercrimes’ in Calgary. Next, it’s another edition of “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. As always, Dr. Jen...

Looking forward some fabulous new products and food to try? You’ll definitely want to check out the new edition of Savour Calgary Magazine! Savour Calgary’s “Favourite Things” issue is on newsstands now! This morning we were joined by Camie Leard, Editor of Savour Calgary Magazine with all the details!

We begin with a look at the Federal COVID benefit program that has been in place for the past 20 months or so. We speak with a Law Professor from the University of Calgary who brings us shocking details from a new report, which claims that billions of these ‘CERB’ program dollars went into the hands of criminals. Next, November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. We hear some ‘stats’ on the dise...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, November 12th. We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. We ask the Mayor what, if any, ‘impact’ the newly announced “Climate Emergency” declaration for the city will have on the average citizen – and get the latest on the continuing budget talks. Then, we head stateside for an update on the latest headlines. We speak with Jackson Prosko...

We begin with an ambitious Remembrance Day project created and run by Calgary seniors. We hear details on how the residents of “Silvera Senior Community” have knitted and crocheted over 1500 poppies to pay tribute to Canada’s war veterans. Then we learn about a new Canadian original documentary that shines the spotlight on the untold stories of Black and Caribbean soldiers who served our nation du...

COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11 will soon be available in Canada and this morning we looked at strategies parents can use to help children through what can be a frightening and stressful experience. Dr. Christine Chambers is the Scientific Director for Canadian Institutes of Health Research Institute of Human Development, and she joined us this morning with tips and strategies for paren...

Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by Canadian veterans but is also a time to educate on the atrocities of the Holocaust and the suffering of Jewish people during World War II.  This is the 83rd anniversary of the anti-Jewish pogrom called ``Kristallnacht'' or the ``Night of Broken Glass'' -- when Nazis, among them many ordinary Germans, terrorized Jews in Germany and Aust...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are around the corner and many people will be looking to take advantage of the deals ahead of the holidays. Today we were joined by Michael MacIntyre, COO of  Canadian retailer DUER, and he joined us with some tips and ways to avoid being disappointed and to get those fantastic deals!

We begin with the latest from the COP26 Climate Conference in Europe. We catch up with Simon Dyer from the ‘Pembina Institute’ who’s attending the sessions in Scotland this week. We ask Simon about the Pembina Institute’s involvement at the Conference and what impact, realistically, Canada can make against climate change globally. When we talk about the issue of ‘cybercrime.’ It’s generally large...

November or Movember as it's become known is aimed at raising awareness of men's health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's suicide. 1 in 250 men will be diagnosed with testicular cancer in their lives and as Movember kicks off, we're joined by the producer of Mornings with Sue & Andy, and testicular cancer survivor, Reece Schafer.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. We ask Mayor Gondek for some clarification about her remarks earlier this week on the possibility of declaring a ‘climate emergency’ for the City of Calgary, and look ahead to what we can expect from the upcoming budget talks at City Hall. Next, we take a look at the impact the COVID-19 Pandemic has had on our mental health. Our Dave M...

Today on the program, we focus on Food. Specifically, access to food in Canada for those struggling financially, and how we can stretch our food ‘dollars’ to go further as prices at the cash register continue to rise. Over the past 20 months, demand on Food Banks has increased by 20% nation wide. This morning we spoke with Kirstin Beardsley, of “Food Banks Canada”. Next, we discuss the topic of ‘F...