The Evan Bray Show

Farmers are back in the fields for seeding season — and you never know what you might uncover once the work gets going. What's the weirdest thing you've ever found in a field? Call 1-877-332-8255 to join the conversation!

How are the feds investing in the Prairie's economy? This is what Eleanor Olszewski, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), joins us to answer. She's in the province for a luncheon with the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce. She joins us to talk about Saskatchewan's economy, where the province is seeing momentum, and how federal programs and investments are supporting local industries and entrepreneurs.

Evan sits down with Saskatoon Mayor, Cynthia Block, and Mayor of Regina, Chad Bachynski, for their monthly mayoral panel check-in. Mayors Block and Bachynski take Evan's and your questions and give an update on each city's state of affairs.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

Seeding is off to an interesting start for many farmers across the province. Conditions are favourable in some areas, while others say the fields are still way too wet. David Marit, Minister of Agriculture, joins us to discuss the biggest concerns farmers are dealing with and what supports are available during uncertain growing seasons.

Information Services Corporation (ISC), the Regina-based company that runs the backbone systems for Saskatchewan's land titles, corporate registry, and other essential public records, has been sold in a $1.2-billion deal to a Quebec-based infrastructure fund. Some critics say the deal gives up a steady public revenue source in exchange for a one-time payout. To talk about this deal and what it means, Evan is joined by Paul Martin, Saskatchewan business commentator and expert.

The future of agriculture is in good hands thanks to the next generation of passionate youth, including Carson Green, recipient of the Agriculture Student Scholarship grand prize from Mossbank. He joins the show to chat about his ideas to get youth excited about agriculture and why he loves farming.

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 you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you'll win prizes too! Call 1-877-332-8255 to play!

Experts are questioning if the SaskParty's claim that extending the lifespan of coal plants will actually be the best investment for the province, rather than moving towards gas plants and other renewables. Brett Dolter, a professor of economics at the University of Regina who specializes in Saskatchewan's electricity policy, joins the show to share his thoughts and what extending the life of coal-fired power plants really means for the province and your power bills.

As wedding season kicks into high gear, more couples are tossing the giant seating charts, matching chair covers and stressful timelines in favour of something smaller, more personal — and sometimes even secret! Angela Hodel, owner of Imagine Events and Regina Pop-up Weddings, joins Evan to talk about the growing shift away from "traditional" weddings and why these ceremonies are becoming so popular.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

The Moose Jaw Snowbirds are more than just a symbol; they are a rich part of Canadian history with a lasting legacy and impact. Dan Dempsey, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) and former commanding officer, team leader with the Moose Jaw Snowbirds and part of the Snowbirds Alumni Association, joins the show to talk about his career and the important work he does to preserve Snowbird history.

Yesterday, Canada's defence minister David McGuinty announced that 2026 will be the final season for the Snowbirds' CT-114 Tutor jets, with a transition to new aircraft expected in the early 2030s. He said the move preserves a proud Canadian tradition while investing billions in future pilot training, infrastructure, and long-term economic benefits for Moose Jaw and the Prairies. Donna Fritzke, Executive Director of Tourism Moose Jaw, joins Evan to share her perspective on what this means for the city and local tourism.

The Snowbirds, as Canada has known them, are coming to an end. The federal government is calling this a modernization plan for the Snowbirds, but it also marks the end of an era as the iconic CT-114 Tutors prepare for their final seasons in the sky. With a new aircraft not expected until the early 2030s, this raises real questions about what this transition period means for Moose Jaw, and whether the promise of continuity matches the uncertainty in the timeline. To discuss all this, Evan speaks with James Murdock, Moose Jaw Mayor.

Minister Blaine McLeod joins Tamara Cherry after today's announcement on the future of the Snowbirds.

Moose Jaw MP Fraser Tolmie joins guest host Tamara Cherry after today's Snowbirds announcement.

Tamara is joined by the president of the Moose Jaw flying club Roger Blager after today's announcement regarding the Snowbirds.

Youth unemployment in Canada has risen to 14.3%, significantly higher than the overall national unemployment rate. This underscores a widening gap between education and access to early work experience. The Students Commission of Canada is calling for action from governments, schools and employers to expand entry-level opportunities for more people. Tamara Cherry speaks with Florence Bergeron, Incoming CEO of the Students Commission of Canada.

Tamara Cherry goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255

On Friday, President Donald Trump wrapped up a high-profile visit to China. He praised the trip and teased potential business deals even as Beijing stopped short of confirming any concrete agreements. For a deeper dive into this trip and the latest from Washington, guest host Tamara Cherry is joined by Reggie Cecchini, Washington correspondent and producer for Global News.

From potash and grain to forestry and mining, Saskatchewan helps power Canada's export economy— but getting those products to market efficiently is becoming a growing challenge. As questions mount around trade, tariffs, rail capacity and major infrastructure investment, Canada's Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, is in Saskatchewan to talk about the future of the country's supply chains and export networks.

The Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show is back for another year in Weyburn! The show returns next month and draws in companies, innovators, workers and industry leaders to talk all things oil and gas in the province. Monica Osborn, manager of show joins Evan to talk about what the show means to the community of Weyburn and the province as a whole, proving that Saskatchewan isn't just a basic producer, but a key industry anchor in North America and the globe.

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 Garlic Herb Steak Bites.

As many of us head up to the lake or the cabin for the May long weekend, it's important to remember to practice safety while on the water. Before heading out for another season, John Maczko, commanding officer and director of operations for Amphibious Response Support Unit One, and K9 Gusztav, Saskatchewan's only active water rescue canine, join Evan to discuss water safety.

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!

Yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a new national electricity strategy aimed at doubling Canada's grid capacity by 2050 as demand surges. The plan calls for major investments in generation, transmission, storage, and expanded interprovincial connections, while also signalling a more flexible approach that keeps natural gas in the mix — a framework that is drawing close attention in Saskatchewan, as Evan speaks with Premier Scott Moe.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

Avi Lewis, the newly elected federal NDP leader, is touring Saskatchewan this week with 11 stops over five days, including Regina, Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, and several First Nations. One of those stops brings him live into the studio today on The Evan Bray Show.

Over 100 Indigenous youth are gathering in Toronto for a celebration of art, music and dance, including local talent from Saskatchewan. Rebecca Strong, Prince Albert singer and Canada's Got Talent winner and Candace Scott-Moore, artistic director for the Outside Looking In's 19th Annual Showcase, join the show to talk about the performance and how it celebrates identity, resilience and storytelling for Indigenous youth.

It's Sexual Violence Awareness Month and a Saskatchewan-wide campaign called Choose To See is taking aim at online trends like looksmaxxing and the Manosphere. The campaign argues that harmful online content is shaping how young men see themselves — and others — and open conversation is key to preventing gender-based violence. To talk about the campaign and the online trends it aims to combat, Evan is joined by Morgan Price, Education & Outreach Coordinator, Saskatoon Sexual Assault and Information Centre (SSAIC).

Saskatchewan's first women's legal clinic has opened, offering no-cost, trauma-informed legal support for women and gender-diverse survivors of intimate partner violence. This fills a need for those who don't qualify for legal aid but can't afford private lawyers. To talk about this resource, Evan speaks with Violeta Dima, Managing Lawyer, Women's Legal Clinic and Nicole Obrigavitch, Executive Director of the Elizabeth Fry Society.

Saskatchewan's housing market continues to hit new highs, with back-to-back months of record price increases raising concerns about affordability across the province. Tyler Hudy, VP of Public Affairs and Communications for the Saskatchewan REALTORS® Association, joins the show to talk about what's driving this increase, what it means for homebuyers and where the market could be heading.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled details for his National Electricity Strategy, which includes doubling our country's energy grid. Stephanie Taylor, National Post politics reporter, has been following this announcement closely and joins us just after the announcement to share the details.

Saskatchewan's mining sector is on a historic tear — record sales, soaring uranium prices, and global demand putting the province squarely in the spotlight. Saskatchewan Industrial and Mining Suppliers Association (SIMSA) is now working to help that momentum spill into the nuclear space — all while navigating tariffs and international instability. To talk through this, we have Eric Anderson, Saskatchewan Industrial and Mining Suppliers Association (SIMSA) executive director.

A 27-year-old man has died following a bear encounter near a remote airstrip about 78 km northeast of Points North Landing or about 700 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon. This is only the fourth known fatal bear attack in our province's history. Wildlife officers and the RCMP are working to determine what led to the deadly encounter. To talk about bears in Saskatchewan and safety, Evan is joined by Doug Clark, professor in the University of Saskatchewan's School of Environment and Sustainability.

Health-care workers are saying Regina's Urgent Care Centre is a brilliant idea for the public, but its devastating for those working in the industry. Darrell Davis, writer/columnist for the Regina Leader-Post and Saskatoon StarPhoenix, joins us to discuss what he learned through his recent article on the UCC and the province's plan to build more across the province.

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 you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you'll win prizes too!

Women-owned businesses are a major economic driver, but despite this, the women behind these businesses continue to earn less than their male counterparts and face challenges with procurement, financing, networking and leadership opportunities. As part of Women Entrepreneurs Week in Saskatchewan, we welcome Marea Olafson, owner of Freba Pottery and Véronique Loewen, owner of Verolingo Communications, to the show to talk about their businesses and the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur.

Fads come and go, and the latest wellness trend is peptides. Some people are using peptide injections hoping for benefits like better recovery, weight loss or even anti-aging effects, but experts are raising concerns about safety and regulation. Hilary Brueck, Health Correspondent at Business Insider, has been reporting on the rise of peptides and joins us to discuss doctors' concerns about their growing use.

Evan is joined by Jackson Katz is a globally recognized educator and author. His work has shaped how schools, workplaces, sports organizations, and the military address masculinity, harassment, and gender-based violence. On Monday, Katz spoke to a Saskatchewan audience about workplace harassment, focusing on what allows this harmful behavior to persist — and what organizations and individuals can do to stop it.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today

The Alberta Independence Movement claims to have over 300,000 signatures to trigger a referendum. But what would it actually take for a province to separate, and what legal hurdles would stand in the way? Evan chats with Gerard Kennedy, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at the University of Alberta, to break it all down.

It's Nurse Appreciation Week. Nurses play an essential role in patient care across Saskatchewan. Especially when we look at the pressures facing the system, like understaffing, safety, and rural access to care. To talk about this, Evan is joined by Bryce Boynton, President of the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN).

Training camp is underway for the Green and White in Saskatoon. The defending champs are welcoming back familiar faces like QB Trevor Harris, with some young rookies also turning heads. Britton Gray, Green Zone Rider reporter, joins the show to recap what he's been seeing off the field and the excitement growing in Saskatoon ahead of the pre-season game next week.

Tomorrow, Ontario lawmakers will vote on Bill 107. If passed, it would restrict advertising for online gambling sites in Ontario, including bans on operators promoting their platforms. The move comes amid growing concern from doctors and advocates that widespread gambling ads are normalizing betting and contributing to rising addiction, especially among young people. To talk about this bill and the larger concerns around gambling and young people, Evan speaks with Steve Joordens, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough.

Research out of USask has discovered a reproductive method that could change the way producers breed and manage their herds. Dr. Jaswant Singh, researcher at USask's Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), is one of the main researchers behind this discovery, which has been ongoing for 25 years. He joins the show to talk about his research and how it will not only help producers but can also result in better health outcomes for cattle.

Despite putting billions into the skilled trades industry, many apprentices are still struggling to make it across the finish line. Will Nemo Summer, Red Seal Construction Electrician (309A), IBEW Local 993 member and founder of Red Seal Rescue, says this isn't a lack of talent problem, but rather a system that's built to recruit workers rather than support them through certification.

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

Last week, the group vying for Alberta's independence submitted well over 300,000 signatures to trigger a referendum. Mitch Sylvestre, Leader of the Alberta Independence Movement, joins the show to discuss the group's next steps and why he is fighting for Alberta's independence.

The future of the Snowbirds is suddenly up in the air. Fraser Tolmie, Moose Jaw MP and former mayor, heard from the government that they couldn't book events for the 2027 season. He joins the show to talk about why this might be happening and what a grounding could mean to the community.