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.
NDP Health Critic Gives Her Response on the State of Hospital Safety
We continue our conversation about hospital safety. On Wednesday, the NDP highlighted the government’s plan for an anonymous reporting line for healthcare workers, raising concerns that unsafe conditions and staffing shortages aren’t being properly addressed. Yesterday, they shared images of firearms, knives, and other weapons seized at Royal University Hospital…
Saskatchewan's Health Minister on the Current State of Hospital Safety and Security
Yesterday the Government of Saskatchewan announced they have launched an independent, third‑party review of hospital safety and security. Immediate measures, such as installing metal detectors at emergency department entrances and seeking enhanced security services in smaller communities, are already underway while the review will guide longer‑term system-wide changes. To discuss…
A Conservative MP's Response to the Prime Minister's Speech at the World Economic Forum
Many have applauded Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at the World Economic Forum for outlining global instability and the need for middle powers to act, but some critics say it lacked concrete plans and timelines on issues like Canada’s economy, defence, and sovereignty. One of those critics is Michelle Rempel…
I Got Bills: How Saskatchewan Residents are Feeling About their Finances
A new MNP Consumer Debt Index shows Saskatchewan residents are bracing for a difficult 2026, with 72% expecting the cost of living to rise. The survey also found Saskatchewan residents are more financially stretched than any other province, with half saying they are within $200 of not being able to…
Do You Support the Legalization of Drugs Other than Marijuana? What a New Poll Finds
A recent poll by Research Co. shows that most Canadians — about 65% — support keeping marijuana legal. Support for legalizing other currently banned drugs, however, remains very low. To discuss these and other findings, Mario Canseco, President of Research Co., joins Evan.
The Growing Health and Biotech Sector: Introducing a One of a Kind Sask. Entrepreneur
Brent Zettl is a pioneering entrepreneur in the cannabis industry, having co-founded Prairie Plant Systems, CanniMed Ltd., and CanniMed Therapeutics, and leading both to become Canada’s first licensed producers of medical cannabis. He is now the founder and CEO of ZYUS Life Sciences Inc., which is developing a new opioid‑alternative…
Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions, Conversations
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Are Saskatchewan Hospitals too Dangerous? The First Step in Improving Safety
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced Tuesday that metal detectors will be installed in Saskatoon and Regina hospital emergency departments. The move is part of SHA’s effort to improve safety for patients, visitors, and health‑care workers amid rising incidents of violence. To discuss this and the broader importance of workplace…
A New Partnership Aims to Place Saskatchewan as a Critical Minerals Leader
A partnership with the Saskatchewan Research Council and REalloys Inc. is aiming to reinforce the province's position in establishing the first fully-integrated rare earth supply chain in North America. Evan welcomes Mike Crabtree, Saskatchewan Research Council President and CEO and Tim Johnston, REAlloys’ Technical and Operational Advisor, to explain the…
Bringing Together Women Across the Province
The Saskatchewan Community Foundation is putting together a powerful women's event, bringing together women in the community to take care of others. Evan welcomes Donna Ziegler, executive director for the Saskatchewan Community Foundation, to share more about the event and what's happening with the organization in 2026.
Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener
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…
The Line Between Safety and Privacy in Tracking Those with Dementia
In many care homes across Canada, elderly residents—especially those living with dementia—are tracked using bracelets worn around the clock. But where is the line between safety and the right to privacy and autonomy? Evan is joined by Alisa Grigorovich, Associate Professor in Recreation and Leisure at Brock University.
Let’s Talk Day: Supporting Youth Mental Health in Saskatchewan
Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day, a time to raise awareness and acceptance around mental health. We’re joined by Rick and Debbie West of White City, who are honoring the memory of their 17‑year‑old son, Lincoln, by creating the Lincoln’s Life Mattered Foundation to support youth mental health services across…
Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions, Conversations
Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
Greenland Spotlights the Rise in Geopolitical Tension
On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump shared an altered map on social media showing Canada, Greenland and Venezuela as part of the United States, a move that has drawn attention amid his continued push to acquire Greenland. Europe has responded to his rhetoric about Greenland by deploying troops there for…
School's Out: Moose Jaw School to Test Four Day Week
Lindale School in Moose Jaw will be the first in the city to try a four-day school week in 2026‑27, with 14 four-day weeks and Fridays off, slightly longer days to meet instructional requirements. Many dream of a four-day workweek—how about a four-day school week? Evan is joined by Joe…
China, Canola, and Tariffs: a Conversation with Canada's Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister
Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a preliminary trade deal with China that sharply reduces tariffs on Canadian canola seed to about 15 per cent and lifts other agricultural duties, in exchange for allowing up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into Canada at a reduced tariff. Some are calling it…
Food and Competition: A Sask. Chef Goes Head-to-Head with Canada's Best
Chef Kevin Monych from Saskatoon is heading to Ottawa to compete for gold at the 2026 Canadian Culinary Championship, after winning regional gold last November. He’ll go head-to-head with Canada’s top chefs, and today he joins Evan to share his experience and give us a taste of what it takes…
Federal Court of Appeal Makes Ruling on Use of Emergenices Act
Late last week a Federal Court of Appeal upheld a lower court’s finding that the federal government’s use of the Emergencies Act during the 2022 “Freedom Convoy” protests was unreasonable and beyond its legal authority. To dig into the details of this ruling Evan is joined by Howard Sapers, Executive…
New Study Highlights Shortcomings in Canadian Healthcare
A Fraser Institute study estimates that about 105,529 Canadians travelled abroad in 2025 to pay for non-emergency medical care. The reasons include long wait times, lack of available resources or procedures at home, and a desire for quicker or more advanced care than they can access in Canada. To talk…