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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.
Hourly English Canada News Commentary
4,471 Episodes
60 – 80

The Hard Truth About Canada’s Energy Transition

Canada has spent years talking about transitioning away from fossil fuels, but a new study suggests the country’s reliance on them has barely changed in nearly three decades. Kenneth Green, Senior Fellow, Mathison Centre Research Initiatives, Fraser Institute, joins Evan to discuss his findings and the challenges facing the energy…
22 Jul 1PM 14 min

Keeping Rural Saskatchewan Strong: The Co-op Connection

For many producers, choosing who they do business with is about more than just price or the products they buy; it's also about understanding how those organizations support the communities they serve. Trish Meyers, Associate VP, Federated Co‑operatives Limited, joins Evan live from Ag in Motion to discuss Co-op's role…
22 Jul 12PM 10 min

From Big Rigs to Big Ideas: Inside Ag in Motion

Ag in Motion is back, and The Evan Bray Show is broadcasting live from Langham on July 22 and 23. With more than 600 exhibitors and thousands of producers attending what has become Western Canada's largest outdoor farm show, Evan sits down with Ag in Motion Show Director Rob O'Connor…
22 Jul 11AM 11 min

Premier Scott Moe on Trump’s Latest Tariffs

On Monday, President Donald Trump imposed even more tariffs on Canada, claiming we are treating American goods and companies unfairly. This has given the Premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney a LOT to talk about at the Premiers' meeting in PEI this week. Premier Scott Moe is there right now…
22 Jul 10AM 15 min

Are Communities Doing Enough for Pedestrian Safety?

Frustrated by vehicles parking too close to a Saskatoon crosswalk, Derek Cameron painted his own curb markings to improve visibility and pedestrian safety. The city has since removed the paint, but the debate over safer neighbourhood crosswalks continues. Derek joins Evan to explain why he took matters into his own…
21 Jul 1PM 14 min

What Is Prison Really Like? Ask a Former Inmate

What is life in prison really like? Most Canadians only see correctional facilities through movies, TV shows or news headlines, but the day-to-day reality is often very different. Cody Ptolemy, a former inmate, joins Evan to answer your questions and share his firsthand perspective on life behind bars and the…
21 Jul 1PM 18 min

Saskatchewan's Smartest Radio Listener: Brains, Bragging Rights and Prizes

You’re quick & clever! And for some weird reason you’ve carried the right answer in your head for years. Or maybe you just trust Uncle Google. It's time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener for Little Town Apparel -- your chance for fame and acclaim and to prove just how smart…
21 Jul 12PM 7 min

AI: What Happens Next?

Artificial intelligence is evolving quickly, and so are the conversations around how we should use it and interact with it. Dr. Devan Mescall, professor and Edwards Enhancement Chair in Business at the University of Saskatchewan, recently returned from Prague, where he presented his research on AI and value creation. He…
21 Jul 12PM 18 min

Canada vs. Trump's Tariffs

Last night, U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on most Canadian goods, set to take effect in 30 days. Paul Martin, Saskatchewan business commentator and expert, joins Evan to share his thoughts on a move that he says is a shot at the President's own foot.
21 Jul 11AM 12 min

What Happens When Police Arrive At A Deadly Crash?

Yesterday, the RCMP released a statement regarding the death of Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Jayden Dalke. Dalke’s SUV was travelling northbound in the southbound lane when the crash happened; officers also found alcohol and cannabis in his vehicle. Sgt. Tanner Maurice, RPS officer in charge of the Investigative Collision Analysis and…
21 Jul 10AM 15 min

Three fatalities in one year: What's happening with bears?

Saskatchewan is grappling with another tragic bear attack after two people were killed in the north last week. The deaths come just weeks after a separate fatal attack. To put that in perspective, Saskatchewan had only three documented fatal bear attacks in its entire history before 2026. Doug Clark, professor…
20 Jul 2PM 12 min

Should you be worried about Cyclosporiasis?

There has been some explosive news as of late: a rare intestinal illness linked to contaminated fresh produce is making headlines after a growing outbreak in the United States. Dr. Joseph Blondeau, Saskatoon clinical microbiologist and Head of Clinical Microbiology at RUH and the University of Saskatchewan, joins Evan to…
20 Jul 12PM 12 min

Is Canada's equalization formula broken?

Equalization has long been a debated federal program, with supporters calling it essential for ensuring comparable public services across Canada and critics arguing the formula no longer reflects economic reality. But a new study by Tegan Hill, Director, Alberta Policy at the Fraser Institute, suggests the program is "broken." She…
20 Jul 12PM 11 min

Beyond 911: A new role for Saskatchewan paramedics

Most people think of paramedics as the people who show up in an emergency, but a growing program in Saskatchewan is focused on preventing those emergencies in the first place. Community paramedics help connect vulnerable people with housing, addiction treatment, health care and other supports before a crisis lands them…
20 Jul 11AM 17 min

Inside Saskatchewan's expanded disaster assistance program

This spring's flooding left many Saskatchewan residents, businesses and communities facing costly repairs and a long road to recovery. Changes to the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) could provide some much-needed assistance. Noel McAvena, Executive Director of PDAP, joins Evan to discuss what the changes mean to those impacted by…
20 Jul 10AM 11 min

What's really changing to Saskatchewan's disability benefits?

The Saskatchewan government is making another round of changes to the Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability program, with updates taking effect September 1. Terry Jenson, Social Services Minister and the province say the changes will simplify the program, but disability advocates say they're concerned some people with more complex needs…
20 Jul 10AM 15 min

PooPrints: The tech catching irresponsible dog owners

If you're frustrated by dog poop being left behind in your neighbourhood, one company has found a surprisingly high-tech solution. A condo building on Vancouver Island is the latest to use PooPrints, a service that matches uncollected dog waste to a registry of canine DNA samples. The company says the…
17 Jul 1PM 15 min
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