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.
Why Are MPs Crossing the Floor? Conservative MP Weighs In
After another conservative MP crossed the floor to the Liberals earlier this week, we wanted to get thoughts from someone inside the Conservative tent. Andrew Scheer, member of Parliament for Regina—Qu'Appelle, former Conservative Party leader and former Speaker of the House, joins the show to tell us how he reacted…
Strait of Uncertainty: Is the Ceasefire Already Cracking?
A two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran was announced late Tuesday, including terms for the temporary reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, but its durability is already in question as both sides offer conflicting accounts of the deal and hostilities have continued. For a conversation about the latest,…
Breaking Point: Inside Saskatchewan’s Daycare Crisis
Saskatchewan's new childcare agreement came into effect at the beginning of this month. But daycare operators say there was little to no communication with the ministry beforehand. Bailey Fleck, Weldon Childcare Inc. Director and Chairperson, South East Saskatchewan Directors Association, joins the show to share her concerns and what could…
No Filter: Saskatchewan Teens Sound Off on a Social Media Ban
We heard from experts and parents on their thoughts on a social media ban for youth 16 and under. But we wanted to hear from the source, the youth! Evan is joined by a panel of teens, Brianna and Jax, who are in Grade 9 and Keaghlan in Grade 10…
From Family Farms to Mega-Farms: What’s Being Lost?
A new report takes a hard look at who really controls Saskatchewan farmland — and the picture is shifting fast. Investor ownership may be limited, but land is rapidly concentrating in the hands of mega-farms, raising red flags about affordability, fairness, and the future of family farming in the province…
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.
Switching Sides: Should MPs Face Voters Again?
Another MP just crossed the floor to the Liberal Party, just weeks away from three critical byelections where the Liberal government could form a majority. Charles Smith, Professor in the Department of Political Studies at St. Thomas More College, University of Saskatchewan, joins the show to explain what this means…
SK Hockey Heroes: Hitting the Ice for Heart Health
A group of hockey lovers, both fans and athletes, are planning to fill up a small town hockey rink to raise money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Karla Drury, chair of SK Hockey Heroes event and Al Iafrate, former NHL'er, join the show to explain why a small group…
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…
Mr. Speaker on Decorum in the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly
To wrap up our discussion this week on decorum during the Legislative Assembly, is Todd Goudy, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan. Last week, he gave verbal warnings to Ministers on both sides of the floor due to increased heckling, interruptions and even name-calling. He joins the show to…
Vimy Ridge Anniversary: Why It Still Matters
Tomorrow marks 109 years since the Canadian Corps attacked Vimy Ridge, marking the first time all four Canadian divisions fought together as a cohesive unit. Nearly 3,600 Canadian soldiers died and about 7,000 were wounded. General Rick Hillier, former Canadian Chief of the Defence Staff, joins the show ahead of…
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.
Safety Concerns in Saskatoon’s Riversdale: What Needs to Change?
The Riversdale Business Improvement District has been increasingly vocal about community safety concerns, saying crime, disorder, and a lack of coordinated support are hurting businesses, workers, and residents in the neighbourhood. They have stressed that while Riversdale needs compassionate solutions for vulnerable people, those efforts must be paired with clear…
U.S.–Iran Two-Week Ceasefire: Deal or Delay?
Tensions are surging after Donald Trump warned yesterday that “a whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil shipments. Iran has withdrawn from negotiations as U.S. and Israeli strikes intensify, raising fears of civilian casualties and a wider…
Trump's Dangerous Deadline: The Latest in Iran
Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Iran's civilian infrastructure, like power plants and bridges, tonight if Iran doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz. Samira Mohyeddin, Toronto-based Iranian-Canadian journalist and broadcaster at On The Line Media, joins us again for a discussion on the latest developments in this conflict and what…
Waiting for a Second Chance: Canada’s Organ Donation Gap
Green Shirt Day reminds us about the importance of organ donation. Thousands of Canadians are waiting for life-saving transplants, and the need continues to grow. Lindy Brown, Donor Coordinator with the Saskatchewan Organ and Tissue Donation Program and Kim Berscheid, with the SaskTransplant Program, join the show to explain the…
Justice for Youth: Protection, Punishment, Prevention
The Round Table of Justice – This is a segment where we invite experts in the law to pull up a seat and discuss the week’s biggest crime and justice stories. In today’s Round Table of Justice, Evan is joined by Lisa Frei, TRiP Coordinator, Cst. Janet Klemp, Intake &…
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.
Upholding Order: The Role of Decorum in Debate
Nicole Sauer, Saskatchewan NDP's House Leader, joins the show to continue our conversation about decorum and the rules of the Legislative Assembly following a warning given to MLAs from the House Speaker about increased heckling, interruptions and even name-calling.
A Gift After Tragedy: The Story Behind Green Shirt Day
Today is Green Shirt Day, which falls one day after the eighth-year anniversary of the Humboldt Bus Crash. The anniversary is a sombre one for parents like Toby Boulet, who lost his son, Logan, in the crash. Logan's gift with his passing came in the form of saving six lives…