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.
On the line: Talking firearms in Saskatchewan
Evan is joined by Blaine Beaven, Saskatchewan Firearms Office Commissioner and Murray Cowan, Saskatchewan Chief Firearms Officer/Deputy Commissioner, to take your calls on all things guns in Saskatchewan.
May 5, 1945: Canada’s role in Europe’s liberation
On May 5, 1945, German forces surrendered to the First Canadian Army in the Netherlands, a key milestone in the final days of the Second World War. Ed Staniowski, a former Canadian Armed Forces member and former NHL player, joins the show to talk about the significance of this day…
An iconic Canadian treat and the push for a National Day
Canadians don't mess around when it comes to their favourite dishes. Now, there's a push to celebrate and recognize an iconic Canadian treat. John Meissner, butter tart festival judge in Ontario and author of petition e7213 to declare April 19th as National Butter Tart Day, joins the show to share…
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.
Cruise crisis: What we know about the Hantavirus cases
A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius has killed at least three passengers and sickened several others, with health officials reporting two confirmed and five suspected cases off the coast of Cape Verde. World Health Organization and international authorities are investigating and evacuating the ill, but say…
From the ground: Saskatchewan's flood emergency
Many communities and RMs across the province are dealing with high levels of flooding, causing major damage and evacuation orders. Libby Gray, CKOM reporter, joins the show to chat about what's happening in the Watson area
SPSA update: How serious is Saskatchewan’s flood threat?
As central Saskatchewan is dealing with flooding, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is working closely with municipalities to coordinate response efforts and support those affected. Steve Roberts, vice president of operations for the SPSA, joins the show to provide us with the latest update and explain how people can stay…
Couponing 101: Saving big in a high-cost era
Saskatchewan currently has the highest food inflation in the country, at 4.9 per cent. Prices for items like produce, meat, and especially chicken are being driven by supply issues and higher transportation costs. With that in mind, Evan is joined by couponing expert extraordinaire Raiza Ocampo, whose handle is Couponbae…
Flat Out Food: Six seasons of Saskatchewan stories
A Saskatchewan show is wrapping up after six successful seasons. Flat Out Food is a documentary series that takes viewers on a journey about unique Saskatchewan ingredients as they travel from the field to the plate. Jenn Sharp, journalist and writer for Flat Out Food, joins the show to talk…
TEDxRegina: Ideas that could shape tomorrow
TEDx Regina 2026 is coming up on May 29. The theme is Once Upon Our Future—a call to imagine what tomorrow could look like when bold ideas and action to shape Regina’s path forward. The event features speakers exploring topics from artificial intelligence and space research to food security, Indigenous…
Charged up: The reality of electric vehicles in Saskatchewan
Many drivers have been feeling the pinch when it comes to filling up on gas. But some EV drivers, like Tyler Krause, founder and president of the Tesla Owners Club of Saskatchewan and board member of SaskEV, can't relate. Tyler joins the show ahead of the Drive Electric Earth Day…
Beyond the headlines: Rethinking missing persons cases
This week is Saskatchewan Missing Persons Week, a time to raise awareness about people missing across the province. Our next guest has spent more than a decade studying this issue. Lorna Ferguson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Justice Studies at the University of Regina, founder of Canada’s…
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.
Ottawa check-in: The stories driving the nation
Executive members of the federal public service have also returned to work full-time in the office today. We check in with Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, on this order and other political news making headlines in Ottawa.
No experience, no job: The youth employment struggle
A new report from the Fraser Institute shows us young people are struggling to find work right now, even though the overall economy is still growing, albeit slowly. Entry-level jobs are more competitive than usual, leaving many youth squeezed out of the labour market. Philip Cross, Senior Fellow, Fraser Institute,…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s Steak Kabobs w/ Chimichurri Sauce
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 Steak Kabobs w/ Chimichurri Sauce.
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!
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.
The $25B question: Investment or debt disaster?
Earlier this week, the feds announced the sovereign wealth fund. The conservatives, including Andrew Scheer, member of Parliament for Regina—Qu'Appelle, former Conservative Party leader and former Speaker of the House, are calling this the "debt fund." Scheer joins the show to share why he thinks Canadians would be better off…
Pain at the pump: Is relief coming soon?
Drivers are yet again feeling the pinch at the gas pump. Prices have climbed almost 20 cents per litre at some stations. Roger McKnight, Chief Petroleum Analyst at EN-PRO, has been tracking fuel trends for decades and joins us to break down why this is happening and when drivers could…