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.
30 Years of SIGA: Growth, Gaming & Giving Back
Earlier this month, the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority announced another consecutive record year of growth. This allows for major returns of millions of dollars to communities across the province. This all comes as SIGA celebrates its 30th anniversary. Zane Hansen, SIGA President & CEO, joins Evan to break down the…
IVF Gone Wrong: What Happens Next?
A Florida couple who gave birth to a baby that was not genetically related to them after an IVF mix-up has reached an agreement to keep custody of the child. While cases like this are exceedingly rare, they are not unheard of, and the couple is continuing its lawsuit against…
The Debate Over Crown Corporations
The Saskatchewan NDP says the Sask Party government is using profits from gaming and lotteries to help cover losses at Crown corporations like SaskPower instead of directing that money toward services like healthcare and education. Does this mean the province's utility Crowns are struggling financially? And if so, who's to…
Pierre Poilievre's Parliament Report Card
Our federal MPs are off for the summer! But what really got done? Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre joins Evan for his review of the spring parliamentary session, his thoughts on Canada's technical recession and other political stories impacting Canadians across the country.
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.
Canada's New Bail and Sentencing Rules Explained
Earlier this month, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act was passed, with a promise from the federal government that this would strengthen the Criminal Code. The sweeping reforms are set to make bail laws stricter and sentencing laws tougher for repeat and violent offenders. To talk more about these changes,…
Green & White Prognostications - Riders vs Toronto Argonauts
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!
Will the CFL's new era pay off?
The CFL is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades, with new rules and a revamped playoff format aimed at attracting a new generation of fans. But are those changes saving the league—or changing the very identity of Canadian football? Ron Podbielski, a retired corporate communications executive and Roughriders season ticket…
Buskers take over Manitou Beach
Manitou Beach is about to come alive with music, magic, laughter, and a little bit of the unexpected at the Manitou Beach Busking Festival TODAY. Sarah McKen, Chairperson, Manitou Beach Busking Festival, joins us to talk about the art of busking, what visitors can expect and why Manitou Beach is…
It’s Eatin’ Time: Belton Johnson’s Korean Sloppy Joe’s
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 Korean Sloppy Joe’s.
Bugs ‘n Hugs: Saskatchewan's chance to call out or cheer on!
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!
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.
Inside the classroom: Teachers reflect on a challenging year
As the school year wraps up in Saskatchewan, attention is turning to what educators have experienced in classrooms and what changes they hope to see in the year ahead. Samantha Becotte, president of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation, joins us as teachers prepare for upcoming provincial bargaining in the fall.
Grading the school year with Education Minister Everett Hindley
Another school year has wrapped up, and report cards are out! Everett Hindley, Saskatchewan's Minister of Education, joins Evan to share his grade for the year and what challenges the government has to tackle come the fall.
Leading Frontier Days: 100-year-old parade marshal
At 100 years old, Second World War veteran and longtime community volunteer John Watson has been named the 2026 Frontier Days Parade Marshal in Swift Current. His decades of service, involvement in Frontier Days, and dedication to western heritage make him a fitting choice for one of the event's highest…
Mosaic Stadium given green light for new turf, video boards
Regina city council is going ahead with the $8.2 million to replace Mosaic Stadium’s artificial turf as well as its LED video boards. Geoff Smith, 980 CJME reporter, joins Evan to explain why this got approved so quickly and what assistance the city is asking for.
What's next for Saskatoon's Entertainment District?
Lara Fominoff, 650 CKOM senior reporter, joins us after last night's city council meeting in Saskatoon, which approved the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Downtown Event and Entertainment District (DEED) negotiations.
Should calls to prayer be broadcast?
A downtown Regina mosque says it has received threats and hateful messages after beginning a weekly amplified Muslim call to prayer from rooftop speakers. The decision has also sparked a broader conversation about religious expression, community relations, and how Saskatchewan navigates religious differences. Joining Evan to discuss some of the…
How to get the best yard on the block
It's officially summer! But is your green lawn looking a little dull? Maybe you want to try something new and do some landscaping? Philip Rispens, co-owner of Sherwood Greenhouses and Rispens Landscaping, joins the show to share his tips and tricks for a perfect yard that will have all your…
Why sports gambling is so hard to put down
The market for sports gambling is HUGE. Is the government doing enough to protect people from the risks? Robin Koczerginski, a Toronto-based writer working on a memoir called Incompatible With Life, joins us to talk about his own struggle with sports gambling, how it impacted every aspect of his life…