The Evan Bray Show - Brian Lilley & Jason Aebig - December 29th, 2025

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Guest host Justin Blackwell reviews the year that was in Canadian politics with Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, and looks ahead to what 2026 might bring for Canadians.

Guest host Justin Blackwell looks back on the year that was and ahead to what 2026 will bring with Jason Aebig, CEO of the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce. 
29 Dec 2025 9AM English Canada News Commentary

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