After losing her 5-year-old son Lane in 2009 due to limited healthcare access, Michelle Bates transformed her grief into action. This powerful interview reveals how the Airdrie Health Foundation was born from tragedy and has since improved healthcare access for over 90,000 residents.

"Minutes matter. And I guess that's where our journey starts." - Michelle Bates

Lane was only five when he passed away during the H1N1 pandemic. He wanted to be a fireman to "save everyone." Today, his mother continues his legacy by fighting for better healthcare in Airdrie, where residents still lack basic services like a hospital, dialysis clinic, and 24-hour emergency care.

This emotional interview explores why "just go to Calgary" isn't a solution, how the foundation has saved lives through equipment donations, and why Michelle continues her work: "I'm that terrified that something will happen to my kids."

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Airdrie Inside presents an inspiring conversation with Sandip "Sammy" Randhawa, a pillar of Airdrie's Sikh community who's transforming the city through service, cultural celebration, and community building. From feeding thousands weekly through the Guru Nanak Free Kitchen to organizing multicultural events and opening a new event center, Sammy shares how his faith inspires his mission to unite Airdrie's diverse communities.

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Meet Jacob Ardown, the "natural athy, purebred beauty and weapon on the sheet" behind the viral hockey comedy sensation "On The Bench." With 464K Instagram followers and 162K YouTube subscribers, Jacob and his crew have turned accidental goofing around into a social media empire that's changing hockey culture one chirp at a time. In this hilarious interview, Jacob breaks down the philosophy of "playing for the name bar," reveals the true origin of the Mona Lisa (it was inspired by a mullet!), and shares why Wendy's spicy chicken is the ultimate pre-game meal. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just love great comedy, this interview is bar-down, top-shelf entertainment!

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