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Nova Scotia Today with Dan Ahlstrand

Nova Scotia Today with Dan Ahlstrand

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Nova Scotia Today is a dynamic and engaging talk radio program that covers a wide range of topics including politics, current events, and community issues. Hosted by Dan Ahlstrand, the show invites listeners to join the conversation through call-ins and social media.© 2008-2026 Rogers Sports & Media. All rights reserved. Daily Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Nova Scotia Today | June 30, 2026
    Jun 30 2026

    In Hour 1, Renée Horton, Specialist, Strategic Communications at Canadian Blood Services, discusses the need for new and returning donors to book appointments before and after the Canada Day holiday. Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin, MLA for Cumberland North, joins Dan to discuss her call for the removal of tolls on the Cobequid Pass. Claudia Chender, Leader of the Official Opposition and Leader of the Nova Scotia NDP, explains why she believes the provincial government should provide more details about its plans for the A. Murray MacKay Bridge following the recent release of a tender related to work on the aging structure. Anna Moran of Tourism Nova Scotia discusses the strong start to the province's peak tourism season, driven in part by major events such as SailGP, and what it means for one of Nova Scotia's most important industries. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Change My Mind Tuesday. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • Nova Scotia Today | June 29, 2026
    Jun 29 2026

    In Hour 1, Sam Austin, District 5-Dartmouth Centre and Kathryn Morse, District 10- Halifax - Bedford Basin West join Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Manic Monday. In Hour 3, Mayor Andy Fillmore joins Dan to respond to Auditor General’s review of municipal capital budgeting. Erin Filey-Wronecki from Food Banks Canada, discussesthe growing challenge of summer hunger, as more than 700,000 children who rely on food banks lose access to school meal programs. Jennie Bovard, Coordinator, Tandem explains how the organization helps people with vision loss experience the freedom and joy of cycling. Sue Uteck, Executive Director of the Spring Garden Area Business Association, discusses why Halifax businesses are welcoming Ottawa’s tougher bail and sentencing measures aimed at curbing retail theft.

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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • Nova Scotia Today | June 26, 2026
    Jun 27 2026

    In Hour 1, Auditor General Kim Adair joins Lisa to discuss the newly released report on the oversight of mental health and addictions services. Jeff Scott, President of the Dartmouth Diamond Dawgs, and Bob Merrick weigh in on a proposal to convert the Dartmouth Common ball diamonds into dedicated cricket fields. Scott Taylor of Esprit de Corps magazine examines the Royal Canadian Navy's impending loss of a vital asset. Plus, Betsy Puff, Education Program Coordinator with the Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation, shares how the organization's indoor gardening program is helping students build confidence, foster connections, and develop healthy habits.In Hour 2, Lisa takes your calls during the Friday Free For All. In Hour 3, Leah Cahill, a registered dietitian and associate professor in the Department of Medicine at Dalhousie University, discusses a new study examining how many YouTubers offering nutrition advice are actually qualified to provide it. Nuwam Gomis, lead guitarist of Swara, joins us to talk about SWARA IGNITE, an event celebrating music and culture. Weekend Weather Wrap Up with Meteorologist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

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    2 hrs and 9 mins
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