The Evan Bray Show

Cattle have been eating grass for thousands of years, but researchers are exploring whether unconventional feed sources like seaweed could be a new option. Evan speaks with Wade Abbott, a research scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, about his work using the Canadian Light Source at the University of Saskatchewan.

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The story of a Saskatchewan girl allegedly excluded from school because of her diabetes care needs has sparked a broader conversation about support for students with complex medical needs. What are educational assistants being asked to do, and does that match the training they're receiving? Evan is joined by Karla Sastaunik, Chair of the CUPE Saskatchewan Education Workers' Steering Committee and an education support worker.

The federal government is facing criticism over rising deficits and growing debt. Is it time for major changes to secure Canada's fiscal future? A new Fraser Institute proposal suggests tightening Old Age Security eligibility and raising the retirement age. Evan is joined by Jake Fuss, Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute, to discuss the controversial idea.

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A fatal shooting in Pelican Narrows this week left one woman dead and another person seriously injured. It comes as leaders and the RCMP raise concerns about escalating violence in the north, with violent crime in the Pelican Narrows area up 49 per cent over the past decade and renewed calls for additional support and resources. Joining the show to talk about this is Michael Weger, Saskatchewan's Minister of Community Safety.

The Safety Stand Down Breakfast at the Oil & Gas Show will feature Jeremy Evans, better known as The Grizzly Dude. A grizzly bear attack survivor, he now travels the country sharing lessons on resilience, recovery and overcoming adversity.

Dale Mainil is a co-owner of Jerry Mainil Ltd., a Weyburn-based company that has been serving Saskatchewan's energy industry for more than 65 years! A longtime oilpatch leader and advocate, he's spent decades helping build one of the province's most important industries while navigating its ups and downs and joins Evan live at The Oil & Gas Show.

Cuba is facing one of its most challenging periods in decades, with no end in sight. This comes after last month's U.S. indictment of the former Cuban president and the continued fuel blockade, which has essentially paralyzed food and essential services from entering the country. John Kirk, Professor Emeritus of Latin American Studies at Dalhousie University, joins us to explain how much longer Cuba can hold on and if Canada should be playing a bigger role in helping the country.

Brian Zinchuk, editor/owner of PipelineOnline, is here to discuss the latest oil and gas news in the province live from the Weyburn Oil & Gas Show!

The Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show is about more than equipment and technology. It's also about the people who have built this industry and the communities that have grown alongside it. Dan Cugnet is one of those people. He's a Weyburn-area farmer, business leader and singer-songwriter who has spent decades working in Saskatchewan's energy sector. Today, we'll get his take on the state of the industry, what he's hearing from people on the grounds, and where he sees Saskatchewan's energy future heading next.

According to a new report, there are a number of imbalances in representation in the House of Commons. Mark Milke, founder and president of the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy and former Canadian Taxpayers Federation director, who co-authored the study, says Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia are underrepresented in Parliament, while some smaller provinces, including Saskatchewan, have more seats than they would under a strict representation-by-population model. He joins us to discuss what a more balanced system would look like.

Oil and gas continues to be a cornerstone of Saskatchewan's economy, and this week the industry's attention turns to Weyburn for the Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show. The event brings together thousands of producers, service companies, suppliers, and decision-makers to talk about where the industry is today and where it's headed next. Evan is live at the show and kicks things off with Chris Beaudry, Minister of Energy and Resources.

A former Snowbird pilot is doing what she can to keep the iconic air show in the sky. She's asking the government to scale back the aerobatic show instead of suspending it completely. Maryse Carmichael, Retired lieutenant-colonel, former commander and pilot of the Snowbirds, joins the show to share why she's making this call and how supporters can get involved.

St. John Ambulance is one of Canada's oldest charitable organizations. While many people know them for first aid and CPR training, they do so much more. From event medical services and therapy dog programs to volunteer emergency response, they play an important role in keeping people across Saskatchewan safe and prepared. Evan is joined by Jonathan Tremblay, CEO of St. John Ambulance Saskatchewan, to tell us more about the organization and the work it does in our communities.

In the past couple of weeks, the Saskatchewan government has launched a survey asking people whether they support restrictions on youth access to social media. Australia is now about six months into their ban on social media accounts for anyone under 16. While platforms have removed nearly 4.7 million underage accounts, many young people are finding ways around the restrictions, sparking debate over whether the ban is actually working. To help us understand what's happening, Evan is reaching across the globe to speak with Tama Leaver, Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University in Perth, Western Australia.

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Canada has entered a technical recession, but what does that really mean, and should we be concerned? Jason Childs, University of Regina professor of economics, joins the show to share his thoughts on the matter after Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called for an emergency debate to discuss Canada's economy.

There is a high statistical probability of extraterrestrial intelligent life, but also a total lack of evidence for it. That's what D. Mark Yeomans explores in his new non-fiction science book: Fermi's Paradox and How Intelligent Life Arose on Earth. He joins the show to take listeners on a journey from the formation of the Earth to the evolution of humans and the long chain of events that might mean intelligent life is possible.

If you're visiting Calgary this summer, don't be surprised if you see a dead pig floating in the Bow River. That's the message Calgary police are sharing with residents after launching a new project to understand what happens to human remains that end up in a river. Dr. Iain Phillips, biology professor at the University of Saskatchewan and the project’s lead researcher, joins us to explain the science behind the study and why this research matters to help bring answers to families and investigators.

The World Health Organization has declared a global public health emergency after an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo spread into neighbouring Uganda. In response, Canada has introduced temporary border measures, including a 21-day quarantine for some travellers from affected regions, while stressing the risk to Canadians remains low. To help us understand how concerned we should be, Evan is joined by Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious disease specialist at Toronto General Hospital.

Uranium demand continues to climb as we see a surge of AI data centres and nuclear developments. In Northern Saskatchewan, this shift has created new momentum for exploration and development to fill this need. Scott Evans, President, Triton Uranium, joins the show to talk about the Atlas Project near Uranium City, which could help bring domestic uranium supply to market more quickly than traditional developments.

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As Canada looks to diversify trade, political uncertainty, like talks of Alberta separatism, continues to reshape the conversation. Candace Laing, president and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, joins the show to talk about what Canadian cities are adapting well when it comes to diversification, while others are struggling and if talks of separatism make it harder to attract long-term investment.

Food insecurity in Saskatchewan has reached historic levels, with demand up 40 per cent since 2019 and one in three food bank users now a child. Feeding Saskatchewan is a new fundraiser launching June 13 to help meet that growing need, and Evan speaks with co-chairs Jerad Fedorchuk and Amanda Getzlaf.

This year marks a major milestone for the First Nations University of Canada as the institution celebrates 50 years. Nelson Bird, lecturer at the First Nations University of Canada, a former CVT journalist and assignment editor, has a close relationship with the school as a former student now turned teacher. He joins the show to talk about his journey with the program and what it's like to teach the next generation. Evan is also joined by Lainda Tanner, alumni and registrar at the First Nation University of Canada.

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 beef brisket.

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Evan catches up with Regina's Chief of Police, Lorilee Davies, to talk local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2025 and what information people in Regina should be aware of.

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Hot outside and hot in Ottawa. There’s a lot happening in federal politics, from Alberta referendum and separation tensions, to a major defence announcement sure to upset Donald Trump, to former environment minister Steven Guilbeault leaving politics altogether. Vassy Kapelos, Chief Political Correspondent and host of Power Play and Question Period for CTV News, as well as host of The Vassy Kapelos Show, joins Evan to break it all down.

The small community of Biggar is about to get really busy. Next month, it's hosting a big fundraiser event for a major community revitalization project! Gerald Bauman and Todd Peterson are both volunteers with the Biggar Revitalization project. They join Evan to talk about the big changes, the fundraiser and how people can get involved.

Joining Evan for a mini, mid-week Garden Talk, Rick and Jill Van Duyvendyk, owners of Saskatoon's Dutch Growers, join Evan to talk all things planting and growing tips heading into the summer months and to take your calls!

From your phone screen to the big screen, you might recognize our next guest from TikTok! Grandma Sherry, a TikTok-famous Indigenous grandmother from Yorkton, joins the show to talk about her new APTN show called Grandma Sherry's Kitchen, where she preserves Indigenous language and storytelling through food.

Evan catches up with Saskatoon's Chief of Police, Cam McBride, to talk local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2025 and what information people in Saskatchewan should be aware of.

From downtown safety initiatives to long-term investments in recreation and infrastructure, Kelli Hawtin, the Mayor of North Battleford, is putting in a lot of hard work to improve the community. She joins us after this week's announcement of a new arena project for the city.

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Premier Scott Moe joins Evan following the Western Premiers’ meeting, as conversations around Alberta separation continue to intensify. We’ll also discuss Saskatchewan’s new social media survey and whether recent federal investment announcements in the province signal a meaningful shift in the relationship between Saskatchewan and the federal government.

Young farmers in the agriculture industry are making big moves, managing businesses, navigating risk and driving innovation — and deserve to be treated as decision-makers, not checkboxes. That's what Kaitlyn Kitzan, Treasurer of the Wheat Growers Association, thinks. She joins Evan to discuss how industry leaders can improve how they communicate and engage with the future leaders of agriculture.

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Saskatchewan adventure travel writer Ashlyn George has co-authored Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Canada, highlighting cycling routes across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, from urban trails in Saskatoon to hidden gems in Prince Albert National Park and Moose Jaw's Wakamow Valley. The guide is designed to make cycling adventures more accessible and encourage more Canadians—to explore the outdoors by bike. She joins Evan to talk about the book and biking in Saskatchewan.

Lawyers are raising concerns about the government's decision to sell Information Services Corporation, commonly known as ISC to a private company in Quebec. The company is responsible for Saskatchewan’s land titles, corporate and personal property registries. Chad Eggerman, founding partner of Procido LLP, joins the show to share his concerns about privatization and how it will make business harder for law firms and raise the cost of legal services.

Tim Hortons says it will scale back its use of the Temporary Foreign Worker program and hire up to 10,000 local workers as it expands across Canada, a significant shift from its previous support for expanding the program. The company says the move is being driven by high youth unemployment—something we've discussed extensively on this show. To help us understand what this means and why it's happening now, Evan is joined by Canadian immigration lawyer and founder of Holthe Immigration Law, Mark Holthe.

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As the province sits under a heat wave, cities are now grappling with the worsening homelessness and overdose crisis in our major cities and keeping our most vulnerable community members safe. Pamela Goulden-McLeod, Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization (EMO), joins the show to talk about how Saskatoon is responding during the extreme heat and growing social pressures.

At just 16 years old, Chanelle Chalazan is balancing high school and grades in the high 90s while running Chic & Charmed Boutique, a fast-growing Canadian jewelry company. This Saskatchewan entrepreneur is now looking to grow her brand into Atlantic Canada while continuing to champion Canadian-made products. She joins The Evan Bray Show.

We're all feeling the pinch at the grocery store, and it's causing some to shift their own morals at the cash register and steal items in what's being called "micro-looting" to fight back against corporate profits and economic inequity. Anthony Skeleton, professor at the University of Western Ontario in the Department of Philosophy, joins the show to talk about how outside forces can shift our own moral code and why people rationalize rule-breaking.

Many of us are counting down the days to summer, planning fun adventures and road trips. But with the high cost of gas, a lot of people might be questioning those longer trips. Lucky for us, Saskatchewan is filled with gems close to home! Brenda Cheveldayoff, founder of the Doukhobor Dugout House, joins us to talk about the National Historic Site of Canada and what special events they have planned.

Today, the Saskatchewan First Nations Energy & Natural Resource Forum kicks off in Saskatoon. Sheldon Wuttunee, President/Chief Executive Officer of the Saskatchewan First Nations Natural Resource Centre of Excellence Inc., joins the show to talk about the three-day forum, which focuses on Indigenous partnership and long-term sustainability in the resource sector.

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