Premier Danielle Smith says the UCP hasn't decided if it will use the notwithstanding clause on its transgender/pronoun policies, but would use it if the current court process takes longer than she'd like. Adds memo leak to CP is from someone likely upset at policy.

To paraphrase David Bowie, are we afraid of Americans? At the very least, Canadians are disappointed in how things are going. A new survey finds 60% of us don't think we'll ever repair our relationship with the U.S.- even after Trump leaves. Thoughts? podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/c...

"The individual has more rights than a politician making these decisions." A group challenging Alberta's transgender/pronoun laws in court argues that using the notwithstanding clause shows where govt lies, adding the laws up the risk of harm for vunerable groups podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/a...

Here's Donald Trump in 2020 calling out cancel culture- saying it's wrong to drive people from their jobs, wrong to shame dissenters and wrong to demand total submission from anyone who disagrees.

Listen to @davidmoscrop.com and myself defend Jimmy Fallon!!! (... but in the context of government overreach in attempts to muzzle its critics like Jimmy Kimmel and curtail free speech in another example of of the U.S. lurching away from democratic foundations) podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/a...

NEW: Alberta to use notwithstanding clause on its three transgender laws: memo lethbridgeherald.com/news/nationa...

A nasty standoff between the Alberta government and its teachers is set to turn into an advertising war. Finance Minister Nate Horner’s office says it plans to soon release an ad campaign to push its side in the labour dispute. rdnewsnow.com/2025/09/18/n...

I can't believe I live in a world where I have to defend Jimmy *Fallon* because it's the right thing to do.

“Our team basically got shorted three league games. Girls are taking a hard hit, while nothing is happening with the boys.” Early dropoff in girls' school sports linked to new gender confirmation forms edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...

"If I can censor that now, what happens if a different regime comes to power and they can censor me?" Chatted with Freedom of Expression expert James Turk, who says political violence is a threat to democracy, as is using the fallout for partisan gain. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/c...

"It's got to be a pretty serious comment to be terminated, and just the comment in of itself is not enough." Can you be fired for negative comments on Charlie Kirk's death? One employment lawyer says you can't just hand out pink slips on comments alone. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/c...

Alberta defends notwithstanding clause in arguments for Bill 21 Supreme Court case nanaimonewsnow.com/2025/09/17/a...

Oh, new mandate letters from Premier Smith to 4 ministers! Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration minister Joseph Schow now tasked with amongst other things using every legal and policy tool to gain greater provincial control over immigration.

I sat down this afternoon with @ctheriault.bsky.social to discuss the UCP's plans to place citizenship markers on driver's licenses. Have a listen to the interview: dcs-spotify.megaphone.fm/CORU90213470...

Superfan Magoo and Nipiy go for the Amazing Race gold tonight- there's even a finale watch party here in Edmonton with them. Chatted with them about making the finale, what they hope people take from it, and their big oops at Commonwealth Stadium. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/n...

"The ATA’s leadership and communications strategy targeting families and children with false and misleading claims raises serious ethical concerns" Alberta files legal challenge with Labour Relations Board against teachers’ union over 'false claims' alberta.ca/release.cfm?...

"I thank the PM for calling a prompt byelection, I wonder if he might regret that decision..." CPC leader Pierre Polievre returns to the house of commons, with a welcome from Prime Minister Mark Carney.

"That's why I'm doing everything I can to prevent a (sovereignty) vote" Premier Smith asked about Jason Kenney's separatist movement comments, says she's working to address AB's grievances with Ottawa, and hopes to avoid a ballot question, like Lukaszuk's "seperatist referendum"

NEW: Alberta to be first province to add Canadian citizenship to drivers' licenses and ID cards. Premier Danielle Smith says it will reduce hurdles in applying for government servies and strengthen election integrity.

"It's bananas if we allow a tiny perennially angry minority to drag the whole province through a deeply divisive debate.” Jason Kenney warns of 'deeply divisive' impact of a sovereignty referendum in Alberta www.lakelandtoday.ca/beyond-local...

What would it be like learning about your uncle in school? What about running alongside other kids in his name? Chatted with Terry Fox' niece Kirsten ahead of the 45th annual run, and why his legacy remains unwavering. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Is Alberta bad at creating jobs? AB lost 30k positions over the summer months, and has had the worst youth unemployment rate. But Alberta's job minister has a new plan to get more young people working, and argues that job growth remains strong here. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h...

True story- Bif Naked's dream is to have a puppy acreage in Alberta. Chatted with her about that, the unusual circumstances of her upbringing, her first big rock and roll purchase, and the roots of her unique name. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/b...

With a provincewide teachers strike looming, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith suggested the union can have pay hikes and more teachers — but it can’t have both. globalnews.ca/news/1141539...

"My meeting with the PM was about as encouraging as any meeting I've had with the federal govt in a long time, I think he really understands the issues we've put on the table." Premier Danielle Smith with a positive take on her meeting with Mark Carney, and his project plans.

ATA boss Jason Schilling is pushing back on the Finance Minister's characterization that teachers are willing to put kids' education in jeopardy simply so they can get paid more- pointing out Alberta is regularly at the bottom of per capita spending on students. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/a...

McDavid to the Maple Leafs is misinformation, but it's harmless But @caulfieldtim.bsky.social says scientific misinformation is having a real world impact on our well-being, so Canadian medical leaders are coming together to push for help on the knowledge crisis podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/n...

"I am disappointed that the ATA is using the potential disruption of the school year as leverage in its pursuit of additional compensation." And here's the rebuttal from Finance Minister Nate Horner on a potential Alberta teachers' strike on Octonber 6th

Recovery Alberta sounds the alarm on spike in carfentanil-related overdoses in Edmonton The most recent weekly data shows a 39% increase from the previous 7 days, with 321 incidents over that week Carfentanil-related deaths are up across Alberta, with Edmonton taking the brunt

BREAKING: Alberta teachers are set to go on strike on Monday, October 6th if a deal cannot be reached with the province.

Is Danielle Smith the most polarizing politician in Canada? Chatted with Dave from Angus Reid, who says she has the highest rate of "strongly approve" amongst all premiers (24%), but also the second highest "strongly disapprove" (40%) podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/w...

The hobbits from LOTR are reuniting at the Edmonton Expo this month. Thrilled to chat with Billy 'Pippin' Boyd about the series legacy, the hobbit actors' lasting bond, and his thoughts on Canadian food (poutine? Ketchup chips? Caesars? podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/b...

Fun fact: Rick Mercer says he used to be a Newfoundland nationalist before becoming a staunch Canada defender. Chatted with him about that and what he thinks of Alberta's sovereignty movement, as he swings through Alberta on his latest stand-up tour. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/r...

"Distraction tactic does seem to fit the agenda here." Peter Guthrie calls the UCP’s book ban a distraction, saying it should’ve been handled professionally behind closed doors. He says that’s one example of what sets his new Alberta Party/PC brand apart from UCP podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...

Confusion around Alberta’s school library book ban driving sales at book stores, including uptick for targeted books and Margaret Atwood www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber...

"I've read lots of ministerial orders, this one was a doozy… it looked like it was written by ChatGPT."- NDP leader Naheed Nenshi on UCP’s school book ban rules. He says it wasn’t a misunderstanding, the EPSB did exactly what the order required. LISTEN: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/p...

Oh, some news of note about lawyer John Carpay and his status to practice law in Alberta.

“Yet again their own incompetence and inability to manage complex files has led to wasted time, wasted money, and unneeded stress." NDP leader Naheed Nenshi reacts to news the UCP has paused its government school library policy.

NEW: Alberta Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says in an email to school boards that the government is pausing its order for the removal of books with explicit sexual content from libraries. www.rmoutlook.com/alberta-news...

Leger has released our first notable poll for Edmonton's mayoral race, and I Don't Know is set to be the city's next mayor in a landslide.

Premier Danielle Smith says Edmonton Public is doing a "bit of vicious compliance" in complying with the province's age-appropriate book policy in schools, and says she will hold EPSB's hand to help develop their list.

NEW: Alberta unveils new Mobile Health Card, saying it will offer a more secure, convenient and durable alternative to the paper document. www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...

Free expression expert James Turk argues that the UCP's new age-appropriate book policy *is* banning books. "It's from the minister, it's an obligation." He warns the vague definition of “sexually explicit” could include countless books. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/r...

NEW: Alberta is forecasting a $6.5-billion deficit for 2025-26, $1.3B higher than the projection in the spring budget. Finance Minister Nate Horner says volatile oil prices and global trade uncertainty are key factors in the update.

It's called the Trump Dump <snicker> A majority of Canadians who own property in the U.S. are planning to sell it- with America's current political administration being the biggest driver for snowbords divesting themselves of their homes. LISTEN: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

The U.S. is allegedly meddling in Greenland politics in a bid to annex it from Denmark. Could Donald Trump and company pull a similar stunt with Canada and Alberta? LISTEN: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Can you use force against a home intruder, or do you have to serve them tea and a plate of fine cheeses? Chatted with @IRPlawyer about the nuanced use of reasonable force, after an Ontario man was charged for attacking an alleged intruder. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/w...

Interesting fact: kids who learn sex ed in school are likelier to delay their first intimate encounter. That's a fact noted by @YWCAEdmonton, as they remind parents they have to *opt-in* kids for sex ed this year to ensure important convos like consent. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/c...

Now would be a good time to admit to any crimes you've been itching to get off your chest.

“It’s really frustrating watching Canada move backwards” — researcher @andiewinnipeg.bsky.social on why forcing workers back to the office is a mistake. She says remote work has broader ramifications than just the convenience of one person Do you agree with her? podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/c...