The Evan Bray Show
The Voice of Saskatchewan. Evan Bray discusses the latest stories about Saskatchewan with Saskatchewan listeners. Heard from 8:30am - 12:30pm on 650 CKOM & 980 CJME.
Saskatchewan’s road safety wake-up call
Saskatchewan is seeing a troubling surge in deadly crashes, with RCMP reporting highway fatalities have more than doubled compared to this time last year. To help us understand what's behind the increase—and what drivers can do to make Saskatchewan roads safer—Evan is joined by Superintendent Grant St. Germaine, Officer in…
Can Saskatchewan fix the family doctor crisis?
Finding a family doctor in Saskatchewan could soon become easier, with the province considering a centralized patient registry to match residents with available primary-care providers. We'll look at how the system would work, whether it can reduce the frustration many patients face, and if it's enough to improve access. Evan…
Therapy & service dogs
Therapy dogs play a special role in people's lives, providing support and companionship. But we often focus on the benefits the animals provide to humans and not the other way around. Dr. Colleen Dell, a professor in the Department of Sociology at USask and the lead of the PAWSitive Connections…
Another Saskatoon overpass hit
After a few months without an incident, Saskatoon’s number of days without an overpass hit is back down to zero. In the early afternoon on Friday, the 51st Street overpass was hit by a grain bin being transported southbound. CKOM report Mia Holowaychuk joins Evan.
Regina's real estate market and why now is the right time to buy
Now might be a good time for homebuyers in Regina. According to data from Wahi, a digital real estate platform, Regina housing prices have come to a halt. Chris Guérette, Saskatchewan Realtors Association CEO, joins Evan to discuss why this might be happening and what this means for Regina's real…
Youth unemployment and job availability
If youth unemployment is still relatively high, why are so many businesses struggling to hire? A new CFIB report argues the problem isn't a shortage of workers—it's a mismatch between the jobs available and the jobs young Canadians are willing to take. Evan is joined by Molly MacCormack, Canadian Federation…
Open lines with Evan: Calls, questions and conversations
Open phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Post Malone gets postponed
Sheri Ebert, Host of The Sheri & Woody Show on Regina's Jack 94.5 and Saskatoon's Rock 102 joins the show to talk about Post Malone's Edmonton concert, which was cut short after a severe thunderstorm damaged the stage and forced thousands of fans to take shelter.
Should Canada be using its energy exports as leverage against the US?
As Canada continues to deal with trade tensions and tariff threats from the United States, there has been growing discussion about whether Canada should use its energy exports as leverage. Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute in Ottawa, joins the…
The Long Walk to End PTSD Stigma
PTSD can affect anyone, but for veterans, first responders and public safety personnel, the trauma can be especially difficult to carry, and often goes unseen. Chad Kennedy, a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran, retired Alberta Highway Patrol sheriff, and founder and president of Sea to Sea for PTSD, joins Evan to…
The Camp That Brings Heart Kids Together
Every summer, hundreds of kids pack their bags and head off to summer camp. But one camp in particular is helping kids who share something deeply personal: a congenital or acquired heart condition. Matthew Chapelski, CHAMPS Program Coordinator and Kendall Hickson, 16-year-old CHAMPS camper, join Evan to chat about the…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s Grilled Burgers
What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson - powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for grilled burgers.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's Chance to Call Out or Cheer On!
Bugs 'n Hugs - Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!
Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions and Conversations
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
No Kids Allowed? The Restaurant Rules Spark Debate
A California restaurant owner is making headlines after taking a strong stand against what he calls unacceptable behaviour from children in his restaurant. You You Xue, owner of a California Chinese restaurant, Chez Xue, introduced a new policy, including fines for parents whose children damage property at his restaurant. He…
Tariff Trouble: What’s Next for Saskatchewan?
We continue to keep a close eye on our neighbours down south, following Trump's announcement on Monday that he would impose 50 per cent tariffs on many Canadian goods. Warren Kaeding, Saskatchewan Minister of Trade and Exports, joins Evan to explain what this means for the province and how we…
The Art of Communicating Through Crisis
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' response to the crash that killed Jayden Dalke and Bhishma Rajyaguru has sparked a broader conversation about crisis communications. When tragedy strikes and facts are still emerging, how do organizations decide what to say, when to say it, and how much information to share? To delve into…
The Space Experiment Astronomers Fear
We've heard of satellites in orbit, but what about a giant space mirror meant to create "sunlight on demand?" While this might sound interesting, astronomers are raising serious concerns about what it could mean for the night sky and scientific research. Samantha Lawler, associate professor of astronomy at the University…
Is Air Conditioning Killing Us?
Air conditioning is something a lot of people use during the summer to keep cool. But John Rapley, author and contributing columnist for The Globe and Mail, argues that our reliance on AC could actually come with some unexpected consequences for our health and the environment. He joins Evan now…
Canadian Doctors Demand Action From PM, Premiers
Doctors from coast to coast are calling for Canada’s premiers to move quickly on existing solutions to address the country’s growing health-care challenges. Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, Canadian Medical Association (CMA) President and a dermatologist from St. John’s, NL, joins Evan to discuss what doctors are facing in the health-care system…