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.
Poilievre’s message to Saskatchewan
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is in Saskatchewan this weekend, and he joins the show ahead of his visit! We'll ask him about the federal gas tax, tariffs and trade and what Canadians can expect from the Conservatives when MPs return to Ottawa later in September.
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.
Is AI moving too fast?
AI is moving into just about every part of our lives — from the classroom and the content we see online to how police gather information and even how we deal with grief. But is it all moving too fast? Are humans able to keep up and keep it regulated?…
Should kids be banned from social media? Saskatchewan weighs in
The survey results are in, and a majority of people in Saskatchewan support social media limits for kids under 16. This lines up with a move from the feds for a social media ban, showing a clear sign that something needs to change. Lori Carr, Minister for Mental Health and…
Should kids have a tattle phone?
Remember when every playground had a kid whose unofficial job was "school snitch?" Well, now there's a high-tech version of that: tattle phones, which are phones or systems designed to make it easier for kids to report what's going on in the classroom. Is this giving children a voice, or…
The battle over replacement workers
Saskatchewan doesn’t have legislation preventing employers from using replacement workers during a strike or lockout — something that’s back in the spotlight as Federated Co-op and Unifor return to the bargaining table at the Regina refinery. University of Saskatchewan political studies professor Charles Smith joins Evan to explain why Saskatchewan…
The volunteers who never stop looking
When someone goes missing in Saskatchewan, who actually joins the search — and what happens once volunteer search-and-rescue teams are called in? Dustin Brears, Vice-President of the Search and Rescue Saskatchewan Association of Volunteers (SARSAV), joins Evan to talk about the work of Saskatchewan’s volunteer search teams and a national…
Why kids are calling for help at 2 A.M.
According to a recent report, young people are increasingly reaching out to Kids Help Phone for support and with back-to-school here, the organization is expecting the number to continue to climb. Rebecca Shields, President and CEO of Kids Help Phone, joins the show to explain what's driving the increase, the…
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.
Who’s paying for Saskatchewan’s deficit?
The government released its first look at provincial finances since the budget came down in March, and the numbers aren't great. Despite a significant boost from higher oil prices, the bottom line has actually gotten worse. Trent Wotherspoon, Saskatchewan NDP finance critic, joins the show to share his thoughts and…
Are Kids Moving Enough? The Lost Art of Playing
Today, kids are moving less than they used to, and the consequences go well beyond physical health. Richard Monette, Executive Director, Active for Life, joins us ahead of their national It's Child's Play campaign later this month to remind parents that simple, everyday play can make a big difference.
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…
AI In The Classroom: Tool or Shortcut?
Are Canadian kids using AI as a learning tool--or as a shortcut? Paige MacPherson, Senior Fellow, Education Policy, Fraser Institute, was part of a study that says many teachers say more than half of their students are using AI to complete homework, leading to declining critical thinking and writing skills…
Oilpatch Check-in: Prices, Power, and What Comes Next For Saskatchewan Energy
Brian Zinchuk, editor/owner of PipelineOnline, is here to discuss the latest oil and gas news in the province and take your calls and questions! Call 1-877-332-8255.
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.
Inside Saskatchewan’s Education Game Plan
The school year is officially getting underway, with students, parents and teachers across Saskatchewan settling back into the classroom routine. Everett Hindley, Saskatchewan's Minister of Education, joins the show to talk about the year ahead, what challenges are facing the education system and how the government plans to address them.
Report Card: Are Saskatchewan Schools Ready For Another Year?
Today is back-to-school for many Saskatchewan students, and as families settle back into the routine, school boards are dealing with everything from rising costs to communities experimenting with four-day school weeks. Saskatchewan School Boards Association President Shawn Davidson joins Evan to talk about what’s changing in Saskatchewan schools and the…
Double Vision: Two Twins, One Magic Act
What do you get when you combine 35 years of magic with the unique advantage of being an identical twin? You get Mitchell and Michael Hyrcan, Canada's ONLY identical twin magic act (and by default, Canada's BEST)! They join the show to share their magical journey and show Evan a…
Local Business, Local Impact: Shercom Industries
Local businesses aren’t just about where we spend our money — they’re also about the jobs they create, the communities they support and the ways they give back. Joining Evan is Mike Richards, CEO of Shercom Industries, who takes waste and turns it into new products and economic opportunity. He…
Meet Saskatchewan's 12-Year-Old Fiddle Champion
At just 12-years-old, Saskatchewan fiddler Cassian Owen has returned from the national stage at the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Championship, following his first-place win in the 14-and-under traditional category at the Grand North American Old Time Fiddle Championships earlier this summer. His love for music was passed on from his…