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The Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel

By: Rachel Emmanuel
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  • Every week, Rachel Emmanuel will keep you informed on the latest in Alberta news and politics – including what’s happening in the UCP leadership race. The Alberta Roundup will feature analysis and commentary from the heart of the West. Tune in every Saturday.
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Episodes
  • Smith's pitch for highspeed rail

    Smith's pitch for highspeed rail
    May 8 2024
    Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel interview the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayer Federation Kris Sims about the Alberta government’s proposal for a highspeed railway to connect the province. Rachel wonder if anyone is asking for this railway plan and how useful it would be. Kris says the Taxpayers Federation is trying to find out more about the cost. The two also discuss when fuel tax relief and the government’s promised income tax reduction will be implemented. Finally, Kris reveals the big winners of the Taxpayer Federation’s Teddy Waste Awards. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Calgary wants voting for non-citizens

    Calgary wants voting for non-citizens
    May 4 2024
    Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel explains Calgary city council’s desperate attempt to hold onto power by extending voting to non citizens. The council is also taking heat for plans for city wide rezoning. Also on the show, Rachel has news about the Alberta government’s plans to study and likely build a rail network. The government is also under fire for controversial proposed Bill 20, which would allow cabinet to remove local councillors and bylaws. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • Calgarians outraged over rezoning plans

    Calgarians outraged over rezoning plans
    May 1 2024
    Today on the Alberta Roundup with Rachel Emmanuel, Rachel speaks with Calgary Ward 13 City Councillor Dan McLean about the city’s plan to amend land-use bylaw in neighbourhoods to allow townhomes and row houses where currently only single-family homes are allowed. Rachel asks for clarification on what the proposal will mean for residents and how city infrastructure will support the new homes and people. Tune into the Alberta Roundup now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
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