The Land Use Podcast is your home to discussion on a wide range of land use issues affecting public policy. If you're a landowner, planner, public official, conservationist, or involved in industry, we're a home for you! We are the Alberta Land Institute and based out of the University of Alberta. Follow us to keep up to date Website: https://albertalandinstitute.ca Facebook: https://facebook.com/AlbertaLandInstitute Instagram: https://instagram.com/ablandinstitute/ X: https://twitter.com/AB ...
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The world is changing every day. Now, more than ever, these questions matter. What’s happening? And why should you care? This Matters, a daily news podcast from the Toronto Star, aims to answer those questions, on important stories and ideas, every day, Monday to Friday. Hosts Saba Eitizaz and Ed Keenan talk to their fellow journalists, experts and newsmakers about the social, cultural, political and economic stories that shape your life.
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Pediatric educational resource developed by learners for learners. Founded at the University of Alberta. Podcasts, Videos, Infographics, Cases.
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What the Job? is an advice podcast on all things jobs. Listen to University of Alberta alumni talk about their career paths and learn tips from the Career Centre on everything from networking to resume writing. WTJ is proudly sponsored by our affinity partner TD Insurance.
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PolliNation is a podcast from Oregon State University Extension Service that tells the stories of researchers, land managers and concerned citizens who are making bold strides to improve the health of pollinators.
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The Best Science (BS) Medicine Podcast is a weekly presentation where practitioners can get evidence-based drug therapy content that is practical, entertaining and promotes healthy scepticism. In essence, we are the Medication Mythbusters. We present information that is useful and relevant to physicians, pharmacists, nurses, physician assistants and other health professionals, and that can easily be incorporated into day-to-day practice. The podcast is presented by Dr. James McCormack, Profe ...
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MACT course COMM 503 introduction to social media. Podcasts to complement in-class lecture material.
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In recent years the intersection between law, technology, and policy has exploded as digital policy has become a mainstream concern in Canada and around the world. This podcast explores digital policies in conversations with people studying the legal and policy challenges, set the rules, or are experts in the field. It provides a Canadian perspective, but since the internet is global, examining international developments and Canada’s role in shaping global digital policy is be an important p ...
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The Kingdom Roots Podcast with Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett facilitates conversations about how the Kingdom took root 'then' and how it takes root 'now.' Scot McKnight (PhD, University of Nottingham) is a world-renowned speaker, writer, professor, and equipper of the Church. He is a recognized authority on the historical Jesus, early Christianity, and the New Testament. His books have been translated into Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Portuguese. He is the author of The Jesus Creed, The B ...
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Talking all things business. Produced by the School of Business at the University of Alberta.
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UChurch meets at the University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We are part of the Every Nation Ministries international family.https://uchurch.ca
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The podcast companion to The Calgary Journal, made up of approximately 200 student reporters from year one to four of Mount Royal University's journalism program based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Have you ever wondered why your stomach rumbles or why your teeth fall out at a certain age? Surgery ABCs has the answers! Welcome to our podcast for kids which explores the mysteries and wonders of the human body. This podcast is brought to you by the creators of Surgery 101 and was created with help from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta.
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AI4Society is one of the University of Alberta’s five Signature Research Areas and is focused on artificial intelligence and its applications. Over the past 30 years, the University of Alberta has been consistently ranked as one of the top three institutions worldwide for AI research and is a lead player in Canada’s national AI strategy. Building on this recognition, AI4Society’s goal is to stimulate interdisciplinary research and teaching in this field by supporting initiatives at the Unive ...
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RRC strives to tell unique stories from the agriculture community that show the true roots of the industry. It will also show off new products and ideas from the ever evolving industry.
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In an age of increasing political and social polarization, how do we understand the diverse and divisive viewpoints that are fueling opinions in Alberta? Through stories and interviews, the Common Ground podcast explores narratives of hate and counter-hate to understand if we have any hope of finding common ground.
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Welcome to Surgery 101, a series of podcasts produced with the help of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. The podcasts are intended to serve as brief introductions or reviews of surgical topics for medical students. We've aimed to cover a single topic in between 10-20 minutes so that you can quickly get a good idea of the basic concepts involved. Every episode is divided into chapters and concludes with several key points to summarize the topic. We are always keen to receive your ...
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Welcome to G.I. 101, a series of podcasts produced in the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. In this podcast series, we will be addressing common clinical problems that arise from the gastrointestinal tract. These podcasts are intended for medical students, medical residents and subspecialty gastroenterology fellows. We will be focusing in particular on problems related to gastrointestinal motility. We will also be discussing other common gastroint ...
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Dr. Sean Wong was Born and brought up in Calgary. Sean Wong received his BSC from the University of Calgary. He subsequently received his doctor of dentistry from the University of Alberta. Dr. Wong is passionate about Dentistry and loves to keep up to date with the latest dental topics, taking part in continuing education courses and study groups. We are pleased to serve communities in Calgary including Wildwood, Rosscarrock, Strathcona, Sunalta, Shaganappi, Killarney, Glenbrook, Bankview a ...
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Universal Adviser is one of the brilliant immigration consultants in certified by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Settle down in the great White North within a year. Check the profile eligibility, crs score and initiate the visa filing process under the guidance of experts. Apply for Canada Visa with best immigration consultants.
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The “duty to consult” requires consultation with Indigenous groups when government action may impact “Aboriginal and treaty rights”. Through interviews with legal experts, this four-part series explores what the duty to consult is, where it comes from, and how it might change in future. Listen to learn more about Canadian Aboriginal Law, its interaction with Indigenous Laws and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Developed by student researchers at the Centre ...
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Previously, this podcast featured interviews with bereaved people in smaller communities in B.C. and Alberta who have lost loved ones to fatal opioid overdose. The project was facilitated by Aaron Goodman, Ph.D., faculty member at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, B.C., and student researchers, Jenna Keeble and Ashley Pocrnich. In this phase, we’re sharing interviews with seven harm reduction workers, also known as peers, in different parts of B.C. The B.C. Centre for Disease Contro ...
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Imagine going on a 10 game win streak at your next pre drink, or being a one flip flip-cupper. Subscribing to this podcast will give you this respect and glory at a house party or at Canada's Beer Pong Championship. Which University is best at beer pong? What college or university should you go to? ? How do you get a job after school? Weird ass news and coverage of the Canadian Beer Pong Championships. If none of this interests you, that's cool, or if you do like ONE of these things then thi ...
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Canada’s extensive mountain regions provide a wide range of benefits to Canadians such as fresh water, biocultural diversity, natural resources, recreation, and cultural and spiritual connection and healing. The Canadian Mountain Podcast is where you can hear the latest stories and findings from the Canadian Mountain Network, a national research network dedicated to the resilience and health of Canada's mountain peoples and places. Each episode is produced by journalism students at Mount Roy ...
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Discussion about Warhammer Underworlds, with a focus on helping new players find their groove and join the greater community.
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Discussing the latest developments in arbitration with top scholars and practitioners from around the world, hosted by Professor Amy J. Schmitz. You can learn more, and view the first 100 video episodes, at https://arbitrate.com/the-arbitration-conversation/
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There are many great podcasts showing how the world needs to change to better accept, accomodate and embrace autistic people. This one shares how autistic professionals succeed in the workplace already, as it is, today.
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Why is Canada changing its immigration policy?
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25:09Guest: Nicholas Keung, Toronto Star Immigration Reporter Canada is quietly but significantly changing course on immigration. As the federal government moves to reduce the number of non-permanent residents, critics warn this may signal a harder shift in policy, with growing efforts to tighten border controls and slow down immigration processing. Que…
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University of Calgary Expands Veterinary Program to Address Rural Vet Shortage
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1:31A new facility at the University of Calgary is set to expand training opportunities for veterinarians. The Veterinary Learning Commons, located at the university’s Spy Hill campus, has officially opened with the aim of addressing Alberta’s shortage of veterinarians, particularly in rural communities.…
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This podcast discusses an approach to congenital infections in newborns. The episode was developed by Mackenzie Heidel, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Saskatchewan, in collaboration with Dr. Rupeena Purewal, a Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician in Saskatoon and host of The Canadian Breakpoint podcast. Together, they explore …
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LETHBRIDGE - Farm Weather Report for the Week of Sept 15
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares insight for the weather for southern Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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OLDS - Farm Weather Report for the Week of Sept 15
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares insight for the weather for central Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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LLOYDMINSTER - Farm Weather Report for the Week of Sept 15
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares insight for the weather for northeast Alberta and parts of Saskatchewan.By RRC soundbites
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BC PEACE - Farm Weather Report for the Week of Sept 15
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares insight for the weather for the BC Peace and northwest Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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VEG-BV - Farm Weather Report for the Week of Sept 15
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares insight for the weather for northeast Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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Episode 243: What Are Canada’s Digital Policy Plans as Parliament Returns from the Summer Break?
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28:37The return of the Law Bytes podcast series this week coincides with the return of Parliament from its summer break. Digital policy may not be at the very top of the legislative agenda, but there are no shortage of issues that could attract attention. This includes lawful access legislation introduced last June, the prospect of online harms safeguar…
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293 - Pollinator Pathway Bend | PolliNation
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28:41Pollinator Pathway is a national organization dedicated to the establishment of native plant communities for pollinators that are managed without pesticides. It got started in the Western US in Bend, Oregon and this week we hear from two board members, Gwen Bartonek and Lisa Sanco, about the many activities the organization has pulled off in Oregon…
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The cycle of Toronto's gun violence that statistics don't show
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31:20Guest: Jason Miller, Toronto Star crime reporter On Aug.16, eight-year-old JahVai Roy was shot and killed in his North York apartment when a bullet pierced his bedroom window. A teenager has since been charged, and Toronto police are looking for two more teen suspects. But for JahVai’s family, the trauma didn’t end that night. They’re now displaced…
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Rainfall and intense storms through August, had a huge impact on drought conditions in southern Alberta and southwestern Saskatchewan. Much of those areas are no longer considered to be in drought.By RRC soundbites
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RRC Podcast Ep. 7 – Sept 12 – Harvest Safety and Mental Health as well as an AWC Preview
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21:31On the latest Rural Roots Canada podcast, we discuss the busy harvest season and the importance of safety on the farm. We also look ahead to the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, which will be held in Niagara Falls, Ontario, in November. Alberta rancher Ashley Perepelkin joins us to share her story, including how AWC became a turning point…
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Alberta Rancher Builds Confidence Through Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference
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1:31Alberta Rancher Ashley Perepelkin talks about the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference and the self-confidence it gave her in public speaking, business and life.By RRC soundbites
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Jesus Was: Not What We Expected but Better Than We Imagined
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43:03In this episode, Cody Matchett talks with Susy Flory and Scott Johanningsmeier about their book, Jesus Was: Not What We Expected but Better Than We Imagined. Susy Flory is a New York Times best-selling author or coauthor of eighteen books, directs West Coast Christian Writers, and is the founder of Everything Memoir. Her book The Unbreakable Boy be…
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TD Mini Episode 4: Access to capital for your small business
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7:50This is the fourth part in our TD mini-episode series on how to start your own business. We posted the other three in the spring. You might want to have a listen/re-listen to them. We hope you find some useful pointers on the steps needed to start your own business.Episode 1: https://soundcloud.com/whatthejob/td-mini-episode-starting-your-own-busin…
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Are Ontario's new stricter background checks hurting kids in care?
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23:10Guests: Star reporters Amy Dempsey Raven and Megan Ogilvie A new Ontario law was meant to protect vulnerable children in care, but it may be deepening the very crisis it set out to solve. The province has expanded police background checks for people working or volunteering in the child welfare system. But under the new rules, it is not just crimina…
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Ecosystem Service Values in Urban Development with Nicklas Baran
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31:33Ecosystems provide numerous benefits to the health and wellbeing of our communities and the planet. How do perceptions of ecosystems and their benefits influence urban development?For more information check out these resources:The influence of ecosystem service values on green infrastructure and urban development: insights from 5 Canadian municipal…
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Barnett Family BCCA Environmental Stewardship Nominee
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1:31This week we will learn who will be named the National Environmental Stewardship Award winner.One of the cattle operations in the running is Barnett Land and Cattle owned by Duncan & Jane Barnett from the Williams Lake area of B.C.They were named the B-C Cattle Association's nominee for this year.The VBP+ operation has 100 Angus-influenced cows. Th…
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Make Your Acres Count! Campaign Encourages Farmers to Register Their Farmland
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1:31Alberta Grains and Fertilizer Canada have launched Make Your Acres Count!, a campaign encouraging Alberta farmers to register their farmland under the 4R Nutrient Stewardship Framework. The initiative is designed to expand sustainable farming practices, strengthen environmental outcomes, and improve productivity while highlighting farmers’ leadersh…
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BC Peace Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 8
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence gives insight into this week's weather in the BC Peace.By RRC soundbites
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Lethbridge Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 8
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1:29RRC Meteorologist David Spence gives insight into this week's weather in Southern Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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RRC Meteorologist David Spence gives insight into this week's weather in central Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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Vegreville - Bonnyville Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 8
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1:28RRC Meteorologist David Spence gives insight into this week's weather in the Vegreville and Bonnyville area.By RRC soundbites
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Lloydminster Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 8
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence gives insight into this week's weather in northeast Alberta and northwest Saskatchewan.By RRC soundbites
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Ottawa Rolls Out Support for Canola, Other Sectors Amid Trade Turmoil
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1:31Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a series of new, strategic measures to help sectors most impacted by tariff and trade disruptions, including Canada’s canola sector.Canola growers can expect expanded financial support with plans to temporarily increase the Advance Payments Program interest-free limit to $500,000 for canola advances. The gov…
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Talking TIFF at 50 with those in the know
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28:53This year marks TIFF’s 50th anniversary. The festival has done many things over the years - it’s been a bellwether for industry talent along with changing how movies are made and marketed. It’s also really helped shape the identity of this city. Today we speak with two veterans who have been covering TIFF for decades. Peter Howell, long-time Toront…
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WTJ? Live: Navigating Career Disruptions featuring the Career Centre
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54:45These panelists have overcome a pandemic, restructuring, and other disruptions at various points in their careers. They discuss how they got through these challenges and excelled. Featuring alumni Sama Ahmed, Erik Einseidel and Cole PearsonBy University of Alberta Alumni Association
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Plateau Cattle Co. Win 2025 ABP Environmental Stewardship Award
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1:30Ranchers John Smith and Laura Laing, who own Plateau Cattle Company near Nanton, have spent their lives improving their cattle herds' health and welfare.Which is why the ranch has been named as the recipient of the Alberta Beef Producers' 2025 Environmental Stewardship award, an honour that recognizes exceptional commitment to sustainable ranching …
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Northeast Alberta - Northwest Saskatchewan Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 2
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides farm weather reports for northeast Alberta and northwest Saskatchewan.By RRC soundbites
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B.C. Peace Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 2
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides a farm weather report for the B.C. Peace region.By RRC soundbites
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Vegreville and Bonnyville Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 2
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides farm weather reports for Lakeland region of northeast Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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Central Alberat Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 2
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides farm weather reports for Central Alberta.By RRC soundbites
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Lethbridge Farm Weather Report - Week of Sept 2
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides a farm weather report for the southern Alberta region.By RRC soundbites
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Are financial landlords reshaping Toronto's rental market and driving evictions?
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16:47Guest: Manuela Vega, Toronto Star housing reporter A new study has found that financial landlords are filing eviction applications at much higher rates than other types of landlords in Toronto, especially after acquiring new buildings. In one case, more than half the tenants in a building received an eviction notice in a single year. Experts say th…
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Elbows in? Why Carney pulled back on tariffs with Trump
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24:01Guests: Star reporters Raisa Patel and Josh Rubin Prime Minister Mark Carney is pulling back on Canada’s trade fight with the U.S., dropping retaliatory tariffs on goods covered under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) even as Donald Trump escalates with new penalties on Canadian steel, aluminum, and hundreds of manufactured products…
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Showcasing the Ancient Tradition of Sheep Shearing
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1:29Sheep shearing is an ancient tradition dating back to the earliest days of agriculture and in the 21st century, Reba Fajnor is keeping the tradition alive.Fajnor, from Saskatchewan, recently showcased her sheep shearing skills at Chatsworth Farm in Vermilion, Alberta, for Open Farm Days, giving a few sheep a much-needed haircut.…
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Record enrolment, shrinking budgets. Why the math doesn't add up for Ontario universities
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15:53Guest: Kris Rushowy, Toronto Star reporter It’s back-to-school season and Ontario universities are packed like never before. A record number of more than 84,000 first-year students are starting this fall. But even with record enrolment, schools are facing an $80 million shortfall. For years, international students have been the financial safety net…
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Hail and High Winds Cause Massive Crop Damage Near Brooks, Alberta
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1:30A powerful storm near Brooks, Alberta brought golf ball-sized hail and fierce winds, leaving crops devastated and farmers facing tough losses. Brad Niznik shares what it was like to ride out the storm and the impact it’s having on his farm and neighbours.By RRC soundbites
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Saskatchewan Premier Meets with Feds to Discuss Canola Trade Dispute with China
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1:30Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe met with federal government officials on Thursday to discuss the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and China over canola.Standing alongside Kody Blois, the parliamentary secretary to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Moe said he wants the PM to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to resolve the dispute that has led to…
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Do More Agriculture's AgTalk Initiative Renewed
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1:30Do More Agriculture's AgTalk - Canada's online space in the agriculture sector for mental health connection has been renewed thanks to the support of BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada, the RBC Foundation and the McCain Foundation. Executive Director Merle Massey says AgTalk is an agricultural community within the online site Togetherall, where any…
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Young, qualified and still jobless in Toronto
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20:43Listen here or subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts. If you would like to support the journalism of the Toronto Star, you can at thestar.com/subscribe. Guest: Nathan Bawaan, Toronto Star reporter Youth unemployment in Toronto is at its highest level in decades outside of the pandemic and it’s not j…
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Take a Moment to Slow it Down - AgSafe Alberta Reminds Farmers to Keep Safety Top of Mind During Harvest
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1:30RRC talks with AgSafe Alberta's Jody Wacowich about safety during harvest season.By RRC soundbites
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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Northeast Alberta for the week of August 18th.By RRC soundbites
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Central Alberta Weather Forecast - Week of August 18
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Central Alberta for the week of August 18th.By RRC soundbites
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Northeast BC - Northwest Alberta Weather Forecast - Week of August 18
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Northeast B.C. - Northwest Alberta for the week of August 18th.By RRC soundbites
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Southern Alberta Farm Weather Report - August 18
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Southern Alberta for the week of August 18th.By RRC soundbites
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Lloydminster Area Weather Forecast - Week of August 18
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1:30RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for northeast Alberta and northwest Saskatchewan for the week of August 18th.By RRC soundbites
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