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Cross Border Interviews
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Welcome to Cross Border Interviews, the online show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada.
Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home.
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934. Village of Teslin Councillor Robert Hassard
2w ago00:07:39Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we were honoured to be at the 51st Annual Association of Yukon Communities Convention, where we spoke with Village of Teslin Councillor Robert Hassard.Teslin is a small village located in the Yukon Territory at Mile 804 (Km. 1244) on the Alaska Highway. During the Gold Rush of 1898, the Teslin campsite boomed briefly as a stopover on the Canadian route to the Klondike. For the first time, Teslin had permanent residents. The Hudson Bay Co. established a trading post for the villagers and those travelling the Klondike trail.By 1903, the Hudson Bay Co. post closed and Nisutlin Trading post was opened by Tom Smith and George Geddes. Teslin continued to grow with the arrival of the Northwest Mounted Police.Today, Teslin is home to approximately 450 people, These inhabitants enjoy a prosperous community with such facilities as an airport, museums, R.C.M Police Detachment, school, community centre, health unit, post office, motels, restaurants, and a general store. The George Johnston Museum and Heritage Centre have wonderful displays that further detail the history of the people of Teslin.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://www.teslin.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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933. Village of Carmacks Councillor Tara Wheeler
2w ago00:11:01Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we were honoured to be at the 51st Annual Association of Yukon Communities Convention, where we spoke with Village of Carmacks Councillor Tara Wheeler.The Village of Carmacks, Yukon is located in a spectacular wilderness setting at the confluence of the Yukon and Nordenskiold rivers. Considered by many to be 'the hub of the Yukon', it is situated 180 kilometres north of Whitehorse on the Klondike Highway, near its junction with the Robert Campbell Highway. Thousands of years before the Klondike Gold Rush and the building of the Alaska and Klondike highways, the Carmacks area existed as a rest stop on a main trade route used by Indigenous People. These First Nations included coastal Tlingits, northern and interior Gwich’in and other Southern and Northern Tutchone groups. Since becoming incorporated as a village November 1st, 1984, the Village of Carmacks now maintains a stable population of around 500 full-time residents. Many residents are employed by federal, territorial, First Nation and municipal governments.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://carmacks.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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932. Town of Burlington Mayor Rudy Norman
3w ago00:59:34Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we are honoured to welcome from the Town of Burlington, Newfoundland and Labrador, Mayor Rudy Norman. Burlington, Newfoundland and Labrador, is a masterclass in the “rural renaissance.” Tucked into the rugged coastline of the Baie Verte Peninsula, this small outport town of roughly 300 residents has evolved from a traditional fishing and logging community into one of Atlantic Canada’s most compelling boutique destinations.The town’s identity is defined by a striking contrast: the raw, ancient beauty of the North Atlantic paired with a modern, artistic soul. ------Learn More About Today's Community: https://townofburlington.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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931. City of Nelson Councillor Keith Page
3w ago00:50:14Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we are honoured to welcome from the City of Nelson British Columbia, Councillor Keith Page.Nelson is a city where life is unhurried and people say "hello" to strangers. With 350 heritage buildings, a fully restored and operating streetcar, stunning geography and a thriving arts and small business community, Nelson is a combination of storybook charm and cosmopolitan sophistication.Nelson sits on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, nestled in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of southeastern British Columbia. They are located in the beautiful West Kootenay region, halfway between Vancouver and Calgary.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://www.nelson.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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930. Town of La Ronge Councillor Melissa McNeil
4w ago00:21:18Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina, with Town of La Ronge, Saskatchewan Councillor Melissa McNeil.A vibrant town with a population of approximately 2,700 people located on the shores of Lac La Ronge, nestled next to Lac La Ronge Provincial Park (Nut Point) and apace to the beautiful Boreal Forest. It is the largest full-service community in Northern Saskatchewan. The Northern Town of La Ronge closely neighboured by two other communities, the Northern Village of Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. The three communities work in co-operation for a variety of regional services and residents benefit from the cross-use of facilities and the diversity of businesses within close proximity.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://www.laronge.ca/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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929. City of North Battleford Mayor Kelli Hawtin
4w ago00:24:05Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina, with City of North Battleford, Saskatchewan Mayor Kelli HawtinThe city of North Battleford is a vibrant community that draws visitors, shoppers, and facility users from all over northwest Saskatchewan. They are home to thriving local businesses and world-class recreational amenities.North Battleford is the hub of northwest Saskatchewan and is situated in an outdoor recreation enthusiast's paradise and is close to Saskatchewan's premiere Ski Hill Table Mountain, Battlefords Provincial Park, with incredible lakes within driving distance.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://www.cityofnb.ca/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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928. Town of Outlook Mayor Ryan Husband
May 700:31:29Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina, with Town of Outlook, Saskatchewan Mayor Ryan Husband. Located near the banks of the South Saskatchewan River and home to approximately 2,300 people, the town of Outlook is a safe, affordable, friendly community boasting amenities for all ages and interests.Outlook has many ways to promote a healthy lifestyle including an outdoor pool, golf course, recreation centre for hockey, gymnastics and other sports and a regional park for camping and hiking. Tourist attractions in the area include the regional park, BOB the Big Orange Bridge, Dakota Dunes Casino and the Gardiner Dam Spillway.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://townofoutlook.ca/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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927. City of Humboldt Mayor Rob Muench
May 500:19:51Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina, with City of Humboldt, Saskatchewan Mayor Rob MuenchHumboldt offers big-city amenities with small-town charm. Humboldt is poised for substantial growth over the next several years. Their skilled workforce supports a diversified regional economy that includes agriculture, mining, manufacturing, healthcare and retail services. As the primary urban centre for a trading area of over 30,000, Humboldt offers exciting opportunities for businesses, industries, families and individuals.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://humboldt.ca/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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926. Resort Village of Mistusinne Mayor Lloyd Montgomery
Apr 3000:14:39Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina, with Resort Village of Mistusinne, Saskatchewan, Mayor Lloyd Montgomery.The Resort Village of Mistusinne is a year-round, recreational community located on the shores of Lake Diefenbaker near Elbow, Saskatchewan. A rural retreat for weekenders, summer vacationers, snowbird residents and year-round permanent dwellers who all say, "We love this place!"------Learn More About Today's Community: https://mistusinne.com/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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925. City of Regina Councillor George Tsiklis
Apr 2800:40:13Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we sat down at the most recent SUMA Convention in Regina with City of Regina Councillor George Tsiklis.Regina is the capital city of Saskatchewan. Often known as the Queen City, Regina is the second-largest city in the province and is located on Treaty 4 territory, the homeland of the Métis.Regina is rich in history and heritage and is one of Canada's fastest-growing major cities. With plenty of amenities such as shopping malls, grocery stores, libraries, recreation complexes, movie theatres, parks and easy access to health care facilities, Regina has everything a family needs.------Learn More About Today's Community: https://www.regina.ca/------This episode of Cross Border Interviews was sponsored by: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policyhttps://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/------Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/3XwwXIvSpotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cross-border-interviewsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown------Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Blusky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/Cross Border Interview is Part of the Cross Border Network© 2026
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