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.
The storm aftermath: What just hit southeast Saskatchewan?
After a weekend of tornado warnings, large hail, and damaging winds, southeastern Saskatchewan is once again under the threat of severe weather. Forecasters say conditions are favourable for powerful thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rain, large hail, strong winds, and even isolated tornadoes. For the latest, Evan speaks with Jenny…
A new threat to North American cattle: Flesh-eating parasites
A flesh-eating parasite known as the New World screwworm has been detected in U.S. livestock for the first time in decades, putting producers across North America on alert. While Canadian officials say the risk here is low, the parasite can burrow into living tissue and has a long history of…
Writing our way through uncertain times
Language and being creative have strong healing powers; this is something Michael Greyeyes, actor, writer, choreographer, and director from Muskeg Lake Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, is a firm believer in. He joins the show ahead of his keynote at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum tonight. And with the rise in Artificial…
Helping kids survive the social media era
We've heard from organizations, advocates and even youth themselves that social media is having a negative impact on their mental health, self-esteem and overall well-being. While the province and federal government look at a potential social media ban, what can parents do to protect their children and their developing brains…
Should AI be part of life's biggest moments?
Whether you like it or not, Artificial intelligence is showing up everywhere these days, and the changes are happening fast. Big changes are coming to the search engine Google and how it uses AI, colleges are facing criticism for using it during graduation ceremonies and this is all while Canada…
Is Saskatchewan doing enough to protect its forests?
Saskatchewan's forest industry says recent wildfire seasons are putting the long-term supply of timber at risk — the resource that supports mills, investment, and thousands of jobs in northern Saskatchewan. The industry is also calling for the release of a government-commissioned review of wildfire management and wants protecting forest resources…
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.
Across the pond: Premier Scott Moe heads to the EU for trade mission
Premier Scott Moe is heading to Europe for the next 10 days on a trade mission aimed at strengthening Saskatchewan's relationships with key partners across the EU. Before heading across the pond to countries like Belgium, the Czech Republic, France and Poland, Scott Moe joins the Evan Bray Show to…
Trade Minister returns from mission to China
Saskatchewan Trade and Export Development Minister Warren Kaeding joins Evan after leading a trade mission to China. The goal was to strengthen relationships with buyers of Saskatchewan canola, peas, beef, and other exports. We'll find out if it was a success.
The Rise and Fall of Farming Giant: Monette Farms
Later this month, farmland owned by Monette Farms across Saskatchewan, Manitoba and British Columbia will be up for sale, in hopes of paying back the nearly $1B of debt it owes. André Magnan, a professor of sociology and social studies at the University of Regina with an interest in the…
The Lost-and-Found Hall of Fame & Open Phones
Last week, Uber put out a news release of a list of their most common lost items by drivers. While users in Ontario left behind a lot of items, Saskatoon and Regina were both in the top three of the most forgetful cities in Canada. Have you lost a special…
Tammy Goforth Eligble for Day Parole
Convicted child killer Tammy Goforth is now eligble for day parole. Goforth was convicted of second-degree murder and criminal negligence in 2016. She was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 17 years.
Do first-time offenders deserve a second chance?
Do first-time offenders deserve a second chance? This is what Lisa Kerr, associate professor at Queen’s University’s Faculty of Law, explores in her Globe and Mail opinion piece about what Canada should do with rehabilitated offenders. Her piece argues that rehabilitation and personal transformation deserve more attention in our justice…
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.
What's Canada's biggest challenge right now?
Several challenges are facing Canada right now: we're in a "technical recession," 51st-state talks have resumed, and Alberta separation talks haven't slowed down. This is all while the CUSMA review lingers less than a month away. Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, joins us now to discuss what…
Violence in the north: Is the Marshals Service working?
Violence in communities such as Pelican Narrows has renewed concerns about public safety in parts of northern Saskatchewan and raised questions about what additional tools governments have to respond when crime escalates. Robert Cameron is the Chief Marshal of the Saskatchewan Marshals Service, a new provincial law enforcement agency created…
Saskatchewan's new AI data centre: Opportunity or risk?
The AI data centre set to be built south of Regina continues to spark conversation. A new report, co-written by Dr. Margot Hurlbert, Canada Research Chair in Climate Change, Energy and Sustainability Policy and professor at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Regina, explores…
Steps toward better mental health
Being active is an important part of one's mental health journey. Movement is a cause near and dear to Brent and Joely Loehndorf, who started the Candle Lake Fun Run Inc. They've watched family and friends struggle with mental health and wanted to do something about it. They join the…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s burnt ends
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 burnt ends.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on!
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!