Nova Scotia Today with Dan Ahlstrand

Nova Scotia Today | May 4, 2026

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In Hour 1,Billy Gillis, District 15- Lower Sackville - Beaver Bank and Jean St. Amand, District 16- Bedford - Wentworth 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 discuss his plan for a clear, disciplined 2027/28 municipal budget. Philip Cross, Senior Fellow at the Fraser Institute, shares insights from a new study on Canada’s unusually high youth unemployment rate in the absence of a recession. Ken Bagnell, CEO of the Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, ask the question, what sport facilities do we need an HRM.

Nova Scotia Today | May 1, 2026

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In Hour 1, Shawn Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada joins Dan to talk about the Spring Economic Update. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Scott Tingley, Natural Resource Management specializing in Wildfire and Forest Insect management, provides an outlook on the upcoming wildfire season and prevention efforts. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Friday Free For All. In Hour 3, Sandra Mullen, President NSGEU, explains how the IWK survey is raising concerns about the One Person One Record initiative. Rob Cunningham, senior policy analyst with the Canadian Cancer Society, discusses how the new U.K. anti-smoking law is sparking debate on whether Canada should follow suit. Meteorologist Allister Aalders brings us the Weekend Weather Wrap Up. Sports with Cecil Wright.

Nova Scotia Today | April 30, 2026

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In Hour 1, Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University, joins Dan to reflect on Prime Minister Carney’s first year in office. Armağan Özbilge, Assistant Professor, Management Science and Information Systems Rowe School of Business, Dalhousie University, breaks down new findings from Dalhousie’s Canadian Food Sentiment Index, showing that while panic is easing one in three households still struggles to afford food, the pain clearly isn’t. Scott Ingram, the municipality service delivery coordinator, outlines a new “One Membership” pilot program aimed at improving access to municipally operated and multi-district recreation facilities. Dr. Rachel Brickner, Professor at Acadia University in the Department of Politics and a Research Associate of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, discusses a new report based on a first-of-its-kind survey that finds nearly one in three Nova Scotia workers is in precarious job. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Jeff Goodall is back for Ask the Vet.

Nova Scotia Today | April 29, 2026

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In Hour 1, Meteorologist Allister Aalders provides an update on the incoming rain system. David Giles, President of PoweredEV, discusses the development of a thermal monitoring solution aimed at reducing lithium-ion battery-related fires. Claudia Chender, Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the NSNDP, outlines how the party is pressing the Houston government to take action on lowering power bills. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for the House Calls. In Hour 3, Dan takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

Nova Scotia Today | April 28, 2026

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In Hour 1, Kim Cail, representative of CUPE provides an update on the CUPE long-term care workers’ strike. Andrew Lo, CEO of Embark, shares new data showing millennial parents in Atlantic Canada are saving money effectively than previous believed. MP Braedon Clark joins Dan to discuss his first year in office. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Change My Mind Tuesday. In Hour 3,Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

Nova Scotia Today | April 27, 2026

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In Hour 1, Kathryn Morse, District 10- Halifax - Bedford Basin West and Becky Kent, District 3- Dartmouth South - Woodside - Eastern Passage join Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Manic Monday. In Hour 3, Jaimee Morozoff, Director of Conservation at the Nova Scotia Nature Trust, shares the story of a couple who donated land to help protect one of Nova Scotia’s most at-risk species, the Blanding’s turtle. Louis-Philippe Gauthier, Vice-President of CFIB Atlantic, discusses the growing trend of business closures outpacing new openings. David Mitchell, President of the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities and Mayor of Bridgewater, highlights how the NSFM 2026 Spring Conference is bringing municipal leaders together in Yarmouth. Plus, Stewart MacNeil joins Dain in studio to talk about The Barra MacNeils’ upcoming tour across the Maritimes.

Nova Scotia Today | April 24, 2026

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In Hour 1, Dr. Rebecca Casey, Sociology professor at Acadia University, breaks down a new report that says current labour dispute reflects years of ignored evidence. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Iain Rankin, interim leader of Nova Scotia Liberal Party, urges the province to fund pelvic floor physiotherapy, and close the gap in women's care. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Friday Free For All. In Hour 3, Dr. Ryan Sommers, Senior Regional Medical Officer of Health and Senior Medical Director Population and Public Health, joins Dan to talk about National Immunization Awareness week. Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist at ESET, discusses the Canada Life data breach, where hackers accessed personal information for up to 70,000 Canadians. Meteorologist Allister Aalders is back for the Weekend Weather Wrap Up. And Cecil Wright breaks down a week in sports!

Nova Scotia Today | April 23, 2026

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In Hour 1, Valerie Malone, president of Halifax Tides FC, joins Dan talk about the Halifax Tides Home Opener on April 25th. A chat with Steve Murphy. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Constitutional lawyer Marty Moore, breaks down the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia’s decision to strike down the province’s woods ban as unconstitutional. Councillor Janet Steele, District 12- Timberlea - Beechville - Clayton Park – Wedgewood discusses the Regency Links development to bring more than 8,000 new residents to Clayton Park. Raymond Plourde, Senior Wilderness Coordinator for Ecology Action Centre, highlights a new poll showing strong public support for expanding protected areas in Nova Scotia. Canadian lawyer and author Warren Kinsella joins Dan to discuss his new book The Hidden Hand: The Information War and the Rise of Antisemitic Propaganda.

Nova Scotia Today | April 22, 2026

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In Hour 1, Peace by Chocolate, founded by Tareq Hadhad, joins Dan to announce he has officially opened a new signature boutique at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Ken Shea, President & CEO of East Coast Credit Union walks us through everything you need to know about filing our taxes this year. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3,Dan takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

Nova Scotia Today | April 21, 2026

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In Hour 1, Councillor Tony Mancini, District 6- Dartmouth East – Burnside, explains why the RV residents are losing the option to spend winters in Dartmouth campground. Sandra Mullen, president of NSGEU, discusses the province’s directive ending remote work and explains why the union has filed a grievance. Gary MacLeod, and Paul Jenkinson, from the ACE Team, weigh in on the CUPE strike, addressing demands for higher wages for Long-term Care workers. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

Nova Scotia Today | April 20, 2026

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Hour 1: • Councillors on the Hot Seat with Janet Steele, District 12- Timberlea - Beechville - Clayton Park - Wedgewood and Shawn Cleary, District 9- Halifax West Armdale. Hour 2: • It's the Open Hour. Dan takes your calls! Hour 3: • Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University • Alex Whalen, Fraser Institute • Ahsan Habib, Dalhousie University. • Dorothy Rice, Elections Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Today | April 17, 2026

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In Hour 1, Steve Proctor, Communications Manager Halifax Harbour Bridges, discusses the launch of Phase 2 of Project LifeSpan as the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge closes to all traffic Friday. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Tom Taggart, MLA Colchester North, reflects on the sixth anniversary of the Portapique mass shooting. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Friday Free For All. In Hour 3, Leader of the NS Liberal Party Iain Rankin joins Dan for a chat about the spring legislature session. Meteorologist Allister Aalders is back for the Weekend Weather Wrap Up. Sports with Cecil Wright.

Nova Scotia Today | April 16, 2026

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In Hour 1,Leader of the Opposition and leader of NSNDP Claudia Chender joins Dan to talk about the spring legislature session. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Stacey Chapman, CEO of the Cobequid Foundation, discusses an insurance industry competition aimed at funding a new mobile x-ray unit for Cobequid patients. Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission, explains how regional councillors voted to allocate resources only where department budgets align with the goals of the Commission's Visions 2030 report, rather than adopting it as a full municipal project. Candace Carnahan, Halifax-based globally recognized workplace safety advocate and motivational speaker is calling on youth, educators, parents, and employers in Atlantic Canada to ‘Step Up Your Safety!” Kim Cail long term care coordinator with CUPE provides an update on the current strike.

Nova Scotia Today | April 15, 2026

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In Hour 1, Minister of Seniors and Long-term Care Barbara Adams, joins Dan to discuss the CUPE strike action affecting long term care. Trish Barbato, President & CEO of Arthritis Society Canada outlines the Arthritis Action Now action plan. Patrick De Haan, Petroleum Analyst and Media Commentator gives an update on the gas prices. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Dan takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

Nova Scotia Today | April 14, 2026

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In Hour 1,Tom Urbaniak, Professor of Political Science at Cape Breton University, joins Dan to discuss the federal byelections. Meteorologist Allister Aalders celebrates a milestone! Devin Drover, Director and General Counsel at The Canadian Taxpayers Federation, is calling on Halifax Regional Municipality to rein in bloated senior salaries at city hall and stop hiking taxes on residents. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

Nova Scotia Today | April 13, 2026

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In Hour 1, Virginia Hinch, District 8- Halifax Peninsula North and John Young, District 14- Hammonds Plains - Upper Hammonds Plains - Lucasville - Middle & Upper Sackville joins Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Manic Monday. In Hour 3, Ty Loppie, a long term care worker and the communications officer for the CUPE long term care committee, discusses the planned strike involving 21 long-term care homes happening today. Sue Uteck, Executive Director Spring Garden Area Business Association, shares concerns from Halifax residents who say they feel unsafe walking in downtown Halifax. Lisa Taylor, Founder and CEO of Challenge Factory, explains why employers can’t afford to overlook employee retention in the age of AI. Rhonda Tulk-Lane, President & Chief Executive Officer at Atlantic Chamber of Commerce, warns that highway tolls in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia are hurting businesses.

Nova Scotia Today | April 10, 2026

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In Hour 1, Bruce Reine, President and CEO at Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame joins Dan to reflect as Nova Scotia remembers swimming legend Nancy Garapick. Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, explains how Carney could ‘cushion the blow’ at gas pumps by cutting fuel taxes now. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Adam Baldwin and Steve Lund join Dan in the studio to talk about the opening weekend celebrations for Little Lorraine. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Friday Free For All. In Hour 3, Lori Lancaster, Executive Director of Basketball Nova Scotia is issuing a strong warning about spectator behaviour following recent on-court incidents in youth basketball games. Emily Kennedy shares her vibrant tapestry project documenting rising temperatures, proving that sometimes the most urgent messages are crafted by hand. Meteorologist Allister Aalders joins Dan for the Weekend Weather Wrap Up. Sports update with Cecil Wright.

Nova Scotia Today | April 9, 2026

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In Hour 1, Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University, breaks down the recent floor crossings and upcoming byelections. A conversation with NSNDP Leader Claudia Chender. Curtis Whiley, Founder & CEO Upper Hammonds Plains Community Land Trust, explains how a community is taking housing into its own hands in Upper Hammonds Plains. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Louis-Philippe Gauthier, Vice-President, of CFIB Atlantic, discusses how crime continues to put daily pressure on small businesses in Nova Scotia. RCMP Sgt. Serge Landry, explains what a recent alcohol bust reveals about theft from the NSLC. Jesse Roach, Co-owner and operator of Scotia Pest Solutions joins Dan to take your calls.

Nova Scotia Today | April 8, 2026

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On this edition of Nova Scotia Today Dan kicks off the show with a look at Ghost Gear and a federal fund that could have an impact on our coastlines. We see a lot of construction underway across HRM but is there enough people to cover the labour demand? It's only April, but cruise season is officially underway in HRM. What does the 2026 season look like? In hour 2 Dr. John is in the house to answer your medical questions and the Midweek Meltdown goes in hour 3 of the show.

Nova Scotia Today | April 7, 2026

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In Hour 1, Dr. Samuel P. Gillis Hogan, Union President of the UKCTA at University of King's College, joins Dan to discuss the possibility of a strike by some campus staff depending on the outcome between the University of King’s College Teachers Association and the university. Wayne MacKay, Professor Emeritus of Law at Dalhousie University, weighs in on rising tensions between the Nova Scotia government and First Nations leaders during ongoing debate over jurisdiction in Indigenous communities. Heather Shantora, President and CEO of Halifax based Resolve Sleep Health, shares a new approach to addressing Canada’s sleep crisis in Atlantic Canada. Iman Mannathukkaren, External Vice President of the King's Students' Union, discusses the student rally in support of bargaining faculty fellows. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for the Science Files.

Nova Scotia Today | April 6, 2026

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In Hour 1, Laura White, District 7- Halifax South Downtown and David Hendsbee, District 2- Lawrencetown - The Lakes - Chezzetcook - Eastern Shore join Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Manic Monday. In Hour 3, Alex Whalen, Director of Atlantic Canada Prosperity with the Fraser Institute, shares a new report on Premier Tim Houston’s per person spending in 2023 set new record among Nova Scotia premiers since 1965. Sam Austin, District 5- Dartmouth Centre, gives an update on the Dartmouth Cove infilling project. Ken Bagnell, CEO of Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, talks sports including a new report for the Future of Sport in Canada.

Nova Scotia Today | April 2, 2026

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Hour 1: • Frédéric Gionet, CFIB Atlantic • Hon. Kevin Murphy • Meteorologist Allister Aalders • Christine Saulnier, The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives-Nova Scotia Hour 2: • It's the Open Hour. Dan takes your calls! Hour 3: • Premier Tim Houston takes your calls!

Nova Scotia Today | April 1, 2026

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In Hour 1, Mayor Andy Fillmore discusses budget ratification. Auditor General Kim Adair raises concerns about untendered contracts at Nova Scotia Health. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, argues that Manitoba’s decision to remove the provincial sales tax from all groceries is a sound policy move. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Dan takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

Nova Scotia Today | March 31, 2026

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In Hour 1, Heather Mulligan, Senior Manager of Advocacy at Canadian Cancer Society, discusses a bill introduced by the Nova Scotia Liberal caucus that would lower the starting age for routine colon cancer screening to 45 from 50. Gabriel Giguère, senior policy analyst at the MEI and author of the publication, explains how pipeline projects to Canada’s coasts could generate billions in economic benefits. Scott Taylor, Esprit de Corps Magazine, examines Canadian military procurement following a newly awarded contract to supply 7,000 replacement stocks for C-19 rifles after existing one began to fail. In Hour 2, Dan chats with President & CEO of Nova Scotia Power Vivek Sood. Dan also takes your calls during the Open Hour In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

Nova Scotia Today | March 30, 2026

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In Hour 1, Billy Gillis, District 15- Lower Sackville - Beaver Bank and Trish Purdy, District 4- Cole Harbour - Preston - Westphal - Cherry Brook join Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during Manic Monday!In Hour 3, Bill VanGorder from CARP Advocacy outlines the events planned for Moving Seniors Safely Week. Iain Rankin. Interim Leader of the Liberal Party, responds to the N ova Scotia Power Decision. Jennifer Denty, Director of the Naval Museum of Halifax, discusses the museum’s two-year closure for renovations. Atiqa Mohammad, Director of Cancer Program Implementation, at Movember, highlights the “ Know Thy Nuts” campaign for Testicular Cancer Awareness Month.