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 Powerful program to help beat addictions in Alberta

Powerful program to help beat addictions in Alberta

Hal Roberts January 4, 2023

There is more help available for those who are battling addictions in both Lethbridge and Calgary. Tony Kokol is the Operations Manager for Fresh Start Recovery in Lethbridge. He says what makes their programs unique is that they are all encompassing in helping someone get their life back on track. Kokol explains in this informative […]Read More

 Toronto doctor has solution for addressing physician shortage.

Toronto doctor has solution for addressing physician shortage.

Hal Roberts December 22, 2022

The doctor shortage we are experiencing in Canada is only expected to get worse. A recent report shows our country will face a deficit of 44,000 physicians by the year 2028. But according to a pediatric surgeon from the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, internationally-trained doctors such as himself are an untapped market that […]Read More

 A MADD message during the holidays

A MADD message during the holidays

Hal Roberts December 20, 2022

With Christmas and New Year’s right around the corner, the potential of impaired drivers hitting the streets could increase. MADD which stands for Mothers Against Drunk Driving is ramping up its message about the dangers of drinking and driving. The vice-president of the Lethbridge and area chapter, shares some alarming statistics about the number of people killed […]Read More

 Hunter has a serious problem with the Liberals’ Bill C-21

Hunter has a serious problem with the Liberals’ Bill C-21

Hal Roberts December 20, 2022

A number of hunters are not happy with the proposed amendment to the Trudeau Liberals’ gun ban bill C-21. You can include Andre Van Hilten with the Willow Creek Outfitter located outside of Stavely, Alberta. Van Hilten says the federal government should really be focusing their attention on criminals bringing in illegal guns from the […]Read More

 Teams fundraise to get volunteer a car

Teams fundraise to get volunteer a car

Jeannette Rocher December 16, 2022

Anyone who has kids in sports in Lethbridge probably knows Cindy Adachi. She’s become an extended member of the youth sports family because of her unique gift of volunteering her time to capture moments on the field and the ice with her camera. This time, however, it was Adachi’s turn to be gifted when she […]Read More

 Alberta Proud president speaks out against Bill C-21

Alberta Proud president speaks out against Bill C-21

Hal Roberts December 16, 2022

There is a grassroots group of Albertans who are pushing back against the Trudeau government’s C-21, the gun ban bill. Lindsay Wilson is the president of Alberta Proud and she says it is wrong that the Liberals are attacking hunters who are law abiding gun owners. Read More

 How inflation is impacting our ag-producers

How inflation is impacting our ag-producers

Hal Roberts December 16, 2022

Inflation appears to be hitting millions of Canadians hard including our farmers and ranchers. Shaun Haney is the editor with Real Agriculture dot com and he says many producers he has spoken to are having a tough time especially when it comes to livestock costs. Haney explains in this interview with BCN’s Jeannette Rocher. Read More

 Author discusses book Unwrapping the Names of Jesus for Kids.

Author discusses book Unwrapping the Names of Jesus for Kids.

Hal Roberts December 15, 2022

The Christmas season often makes others curious of who Jesus is, especially young children. As Christian parents, we want them to learn about Jesus. Asheritah Ciuciu is the author of the children’s book “Unwrapping the Names of Jesus for Kids.”  Ciuciu says, it can often be challenging for parents to share Christ with their children […]Read More

 Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen’s year end interview

Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen’s year end interview

Hal Roberts December 15, 2022

Lethbridge City Council voted this week on allocating 325 thousand dollars toward an overnight comfort centre at Streets Alive Mission. The funds would help many of our most vulerable during the cold winter months. The vote at council was 5 to 3 for the motion. One member on council who voted against the motion was […]Read More

 Russia teaming up with Iran says foreign affairs expert

Russia teaming up with Iran says foreign affairs expert

Hal Roberts December 12, 2022

U.S. officials say Russia is providing military assistance to the Islamic Republic of Iran. That includes helicopters and fighter jets. In exchange Russia wants ballistic missiles from Iran to help in its war in Ukraine. Our foreign affairs expert, Lisa Daftari, says this is not a surprise since Russia is running out of dance partners. […]Read More

 The opioid crisis in Vancouver

The opioid crisis in Vancouver

Naveen Day December 9, 2022

The opioid crisis continues to rage on, across our country, killing thousands every year. A documentary has been produced discussing this very important subject and how it has impacted so many communities. The documentary, called Vancouver is Dying, premiered in October and has now garnered over two million views on YouTube. The host and camera […]Read More

 Energy Policy and Gun Ban Bill from an Indigenous Perspective

Energy Policy and Gun Ban Bill from an Indigenous Perspective

Hal Roberts December 8, 2022

There are those in a number of Indigenous communities who are supportive of Alberta’s energy sector. Melissa MBarki who is a policy analyst with the Macdonald Laurier Institute explains. Melissa, who is also First Nations, tells BCN’s Hal Roberts why a number of Indigenous communities take issue with the Liberals’ gun ban bill C-21 which […]Read More

 Political reporter explains amendments to Alberta Sovereignty Act

Political reporter explains amendments to Alberta Sovereignty Act

Hal Roberts December 8, 2022

There were amendments made to the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act prior to passing at the Alberta Legislature. Political reporter Tyler Dawson explains. Tyler will also talk about the help parents will get for their kids in need of cold/flu medication. He explains in this Q and A with BCN’s Hal RobertsRead More

 Trudeau government modifying Bill C-21

Trudeau government modifying Bill C-21

Hal Roberts December 6, 2022

Political reporter Brian Lilley has been keeping a close eye on the debate surrounding the Trudeau Liberals’ gun ban bill C-21. He says since hunters like the Habs’ goalie Carey Price, spoke out politicians may be back peddling a little. He shares the details with BCN’s Hal Roberts. Read More

 Report says Iran hired assassins to take out Canadians

Report says Iran hired assassins to take out Canadians

Hal Roberts December 5, 2022

There is a new report by the Washington Post which says that Iran hired assassins to target those who have been criticizing the Iranian regime.  Our foreign affairs expert, Lisa Daftari, says that includes critics of the regime who live in both Canada and the U.S. Read More

 UCP clash with NDP over proposed Sovereignty Act

UCP clash with NDP over proposed Sovereignty Act

Micah Quinn December 5, 2022

Deputy Premier Nathan Neudorf was asked why the UCP wants the NDP to apologize regarding comments they made on the proposed Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act. Leader Rachel Notley called for the federal government to quash the act should it pass at the legislature. Neudorf said his party is demanding an apology from […]Read More

 Motivation for writing a book.

Motivation for writing a book.

Hal Roberts December 2, 2022

Many of us enjoy a good book, some of us may have even considered putting pen to paper with story ideas we have. One local author, Christina Romeril, recently released her first book, a murder mystery, and says her motivation came during the time she took off from work during the pandemic. She chatted with […]Read More

 Ski Patrol with safety systems in place.

Ski Patrol with safety systems in place.

Hal Roberts December 1, 2022

With all of the snow we have received it’s easy to get excited about ski and snowboard season once again. For those who may be thinking of heading out to the slopes this winter Ken Howard of the Canadian Ski Patrol says that they have systems  in place to help you if you get into […]Read More

 AMA Winter Driving Advice

AMA Winter Driving Advice

Angela Stewart December 1, 2022

As the winter weather and road conditions have set in and we are adjusting our routines and schedules to accommodate winter driving habits AMA’s Manager of driver education Ryan Lamont has a few reminders to keep us safe.  “Once that temperature drips or dips below -15 that’s an ideal time to start plugging in your […]Read More

 PBO hard on Liberals’ spending says political reporter Lilley

PBO hard on Liberals’ spending says political reporter Lilley

Hal Roberts November 29, 2022

A number of Canadians are still not happy with the Trudeau government’s fall economic statement or mini-budget. You can include the Parliamentary Budget Officer. Political reporter Brian Lilley says the PBO was pretty hard on the Liberals for their increased spending. Read More

 Giving Tuesday local book store supports neighbour

Giving Tuesday local book store supports neighbour

Angela Stewart November 29, 2022

Today is giving Tuesday and while many charities look forward to today, Analog books in Lethbridge is using November 29th to donate a portion of their sales to New West Theatre which is dealing with a financial crisis.  “We’ve been a huge supporter of the arts and especially New West Theatre. They’re one of our […]Read More

 The Taliban made millions from stadium construction in Qatar

The Taliban made millions from stadium construction in Qatar

Hal Roberts November 28, 2022

The World Cup continues in Qatar. When it comes to building the stadiums the Taliban made millions of dollars during the construction. That is according to our foreign affairs expert Lisa Daftari who has the details.  Read More

 Local Cyber Monday sales in Lethbridge

Local Cyber Monday sales in Lethbridge

Angela Stewart November 28, 2022

This is Cyber Monday. It’s a day many Canadians look forward to as to save big bucks online while they shop for the Christmas holiday season. Some of the local retailers in Lethbridge are also participating in Cyber Monday. Cami Tanner of The Herbal Apothecary says having a Cyber Monday sale does provides great deals, […]Read More

 How the Bible helps people in their relationships.

How the Bible helps people in their relationships.

Hal Roberts November 25, 2022

There are apparently a number of red flags to watch out for to prevent a breakdown in a relationship. That is according to former pastor Shafer Parker who is with Faith Beyond Belief. Parker says a big problem in North America today is that people put way too much focus on themselves instead of others. Read More

 Organ transplant denied for unvaccinated woman

Organ transplant denied for unvaccinated woman

Naveen Day November 24, 2022

Sheila Annette Lewis is one of many Canadians being pressured to take the COVID-19 vaccine.  She has a terminal medical condition and needs an organ transplant to survive. Alberta Health Services physicians have allegedly removed her from the high-priority organ transplant waiting list because she refuses to take the COVID-19 vaccine.  Annette shares her side of the […]Read More

 Breaking down Premier Smith’s address

Breaking down Premier Smith’s address

Hal Roberts November 23, 2022

Our legislative reporter and the Alberta correspondent with the National Post, Tyler Dawson, says when it comes to a break at the pumps that Premier Smith says is coming for Albertans, it may be long term. Mr. Dawson will also discuss how the Alberta Sovereignty Act will be Premier Smith’s first order of business when […]Read More

 Lawyer kicked out of public inquiry

Lawyer kicked out of public inquiry

Hal Roberts November 22, 2022

Brendan Miller is a lawyer representing some of the protesters from last February’s Freedom Convoy in Ottawa. He was temporarily kicked out of the public inquiry into the Emergencies Act. Political reporter, Brian Lilley, has the details in this interview with BCN’s Hal Roberts.Read More

 MMIWG and dealing with grief and loss

MMIWG and dealing with grief and loss

Naveen Day November 22, 2022

Many residents in and around Lethbridge were shocked by the disappearance and murder of Tia Blood.  Unfortunately, Tia is one of many missing or murdered Indigenous women. To talk more about the effect this has on the aboriginal families in our province we wanted to connect with Pastor Deborah Minoose of Edmonton to talk about […]Read More

 Lawyer appeals to Alberta government to save woman’s life

Lawyer appeals to Alberta government to save woman’s life

Hal Roberts November 21, 2022

The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms is calling on the Smith government here in Alberta to change some health-care policy. In particular, allowing those who have been unvaccinated against the COVID-19 virus to receive lifesaving organ transplants. John Carpay is the president of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms. Carpay says this stems from a […]Read More

 Overcoming addiction to pornography

Overcoming addiction to pornography

Naveen Day November 20, 2022

Today’s society is becoming more and more sexualized, and in the digital world we live in, pornography is available to anyone who wants it.  It is highly addictive and like other addictions, the habit can be difficult to overcome.  Kent Levis is a retired California Superior Court Judge and author of “Coming Clean”. He shares about […]Read More

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