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.
Saskatchewan NDP Have Questions About Ai Data Centre Expansion
Bell is dramatically expanding its planned AI data centre south of Regina, with the project now potentially reaching 1.2 gigawatts of capacity and more than $50 billion in capital investment. The Saskatchewan NDP has raised concerns about transparency, consultation, environmental impacts and what the project could ultimately cost taxpayers. Carla…
One Hour with Saskatchewan's Health Minister
Saskatchewan Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill joins Evan for a full hour of listener calls as the health system faces pressure on multiple fronts — from staffing shortages and looming CUPE job action to pharmacists expanding their scope of care. Evan takes a deep dive into the state of health care…
Saskatchewan Becomes Bell Ai Data Centre HQ
Yesterday, Bell announced a major new AI data centre investment in the Regina area, with plans for a central hub, meaning hundreds of permanent jobs. The announcement is being welcomed by Regina-Wascana MP Michael Kram, who joins us to talk about what the project could mean for Regina and Saskatchewan
Small-Town Stories, Lifelong Lessons
What happens when you take a lifetime of memories from the classroom, the playing field and the community and put them into a book? Danny Boyer, Moose Jaw educator, longtime coach and author of "Life on a Train with the Coach," joins Evan to talk about his book, his years…
Can Preserving The Past Build Saskatchewan's Future?
We often think about heritage as something Saskatchewan preserves from its past, but the people working in the sector argue it also has an important role to play in the province’s future. New research is making the economic case for heritage — from the jobs it supports and the visitors…
What Would Alberta Separation Actually Look Like?
Alberta is heading toward a referendum on separation next month, and there are plenty of questions about what leaving Canada would actually look like. Gary Mar, Canada West Foundation CEO, released a new report examining the economic, trade, constitutional and financial implications of Alberta separation. He joins the show to…
The Small Things That Protect Your Mental Health
Distinguished Professor Nick Titov, a clinical psychologist and digital mental health researcher at Macquarie University in Australia, joins Evan to explore a very practical question: are there small things we can do every day that actually help protect and improve our mental health? His research has identified five everyday behaviours…
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.
Clearing The Path For Canada’s Energy Future
The federal government has made changes to Bill C-69, aimed at making it easier to move major energy projects through the approval process. This comes at a time when Canada needs to show its strength to investors at Carney's investment summit. Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural…
Should Regina charge for street hospital parking?
Regina is considering expanding paid on-street parking, including areas around the city’s two hospitals. The proposal is still in the early stages, but some city councillors are already pushing back. The city says the paid parking zones would help increase parking turnover. Do you think this is fair?
What's on the agenda when Parliament resumes?
We're one week away from Canadian MPs returning to the House of Commons in Ottawa, and there is no shortage of things to discuss with the ongoing trade war with the United States, the Liberal retreat in Banff, Canada's 100-year deal with Ukraine, potential changes to Bill C-69 and more…
Canada’s auto industry under pressure
The ongoing Canada-U.S. trade war continues to put pressure on Canada’s auto industry. Uncertainty is raising concerns about costs, jobs and the future of vehicle manufacturing in Canada. We’re joined by Brian Kingston, President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association, to explain what the industry is facing.
The case for raising the GST
Does Canada need a major overhaul of its tax system? Evan's guest, Geoffrey Turner, adjunct professor and tax counsel-in-residence at the University of Toronto Law School, argues yes — and one of his proposals might surprise you: raise the GST.
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.
Riders fall flat in the Banjo Bowl
The Roughriders couldn't go 2-0 against the Bombers, falling 19-6 in the Banjo Bowl. The game opened as a defensive battle, with only 13 points scored by halftime. Darrell Davis, Saskatchewan sportswriter and commentator, joins Evan to recap the game.
Green & White Prognostications - Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs Riders
Tally up the score, tell us who wins and the real winner could be you! It’s time for Green & White Prognostications presented by Paladin Canada. Pick the game winner and the closest combined score, and you could win a $100 Co-op gift card from Sherwood Co-op!
25 years later: The story of Gander
The musical Come From Away tells the remarkable story of what happened in Gander, Newfoundland, when thousands of passengers were stranded there after the September 11th attacks. Joe Matheson, Saskatoon actor and writer, playing Nick Marson in Come From Away, joins us to talk about the production and what it's…
STARS Rescue on the Prairies campaign
STARS is raising money through its annual Rescue on the Prairies campaign. Jason LeBlanc, lifelong auctioneer and strategic advisor for the Canadian Market with Steffes Group, is one of those taking part, ready to trade in his business suit for a STARS flight suit. He joins the show to share…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s blackened bacon cheeseburger w/remoulade
What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan to share his recipe for a blackened bacon cheeseburger w/remoulade.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on!
Bugs 'n Hugs - 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!