Murray Wood: Alberta Independence is an idea whose time will never come
It seemed popular with some at the recent convention for Alberta's governing party, but Murray Wood calls the idea of Al...
8:30 – Since the federal election, you may have heard some chatter about electoral reform. What would that mean for voters in Saskatchewan? Laura Stephenson, professor and department chair for the Department of Political Science at Western University, joins Evan to explain what electoral reform is and how electoral reform could ruin the Conservatives’ stronghold in the prairies.
LIVE: Laura Stephenson, professor and department chair for the Department of Political Science at Western University.
Listener Question: Do you think Canada needs electoral reform?
9:00 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
10:00 – The talk of Saskatchewan separatism stands in sharp juxtaposition to the desire for a strong, unified Canada — highlighting the tension between regional frustration and the federal government in Ottawa. Nevin Markwart, former NHL player and Sask. Party candidate joins Evan to chat about what he thinks Premier Scott Moe needs to do to address talks of separatism and how to improve relations with Ottawa.
LIVE: Nevin Markwart, former NHL player and Sask. Party candidate.
LQ: Do you think Saskatchewan’s relationship with Ottawa is strong?
10:15 – A town hall campaign in Saskatchewan is advocating for Saskatchewan separatism. Nadine Ness is president of Unified Grassroots, the organization leading the charge for the upcoming town hall event and online petition with about seven thousand signatures in favour of Saskatchewan separating from Canada. She joins Evan to speak about her group’s efforts.
LIVE: Nadine Ness, president of Unified Grassroots.
LQ: What do you think of this growing movement for Saskatchewan to leave Canada?
10:30 – What’s the role of the provincial government in taking a stance on separation? Call Evan with your expectations at 1-877-332-8255.
11:00 – After struggling with mental health, addictions and thoughts of suicide, a Saskatoon man is sharing his story. Allan Kehler, mental health advocate, keynote speaker, coach and author of Transforming Pain into Purpose, joins Evan during Mental Health Month to share his story and message to others.
LIVE: Allan Kehler, mental health advocate, keynote speaker, coach and author of Transforming Pain into Purpose.
LQ: Do you talk with your loved ones about mental health?
11:30 – After learning of the death of Cheers’ George Wendt yesterday, Evan was delighted to hear some of your favourite, most nostalgic theme song recollections. From Cheers to Friends, share your favourite television tune with Evan at 1-877-332-8255.
12:00 – Evan revisits his earlier conversation with Laura Stephenson, professor and department chair for the Department of Political Science at Western University.
