8:30 – The federal budget was tabled yesterday, with a $19.8B deficit and new spending totaling $22.8B over the next five fiscal years. To help break down the announcements in the budget, John is joined by Alexandre Laurin, director of research for the CD Howe Institute.
LIVE: Alexandre Laurin, director of research for the CD Howe Institute.
9:00 – The Hour of the Big Stories… Open Session
10:00 – To continue our discussions around the federal budget and what it means for Canadians (and their wallets), John is joined by Francis Fong, chief economist with the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.
LIVE: Francis Fong, chief economist with the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.
11:00 – It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! Powered by Bathfitter. Your chance for fame, acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win a $50 gift card for Mr. Mikes.
12:00 – There’s a big rally against the carbon tax scheduled for April 4 in Regina. In addition to the carbon tax, they’re also rallying against Bills C-69 and C-48 and in support of pipeline construction. Blair Stewart, one of the rally’s organizers, joins the show to explain why the rally is so important.
LIVE: Blair Stewart, co-organizer of the Regina Rally Against the Carbon Tax.