Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list ...
8:30 – After 12 long years, Rider Nation have something to cheer about: the Roughriders are Grey Cup champions. Leading the team to this victory was Corey Mace, head coach of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He joins Evan to chat about the big win, what this team means to him and what’s next for the Green and White.
Listener Question: Do you think the Riders can become back-to-back Grey Cup champions next year?
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 – Some figures about Saskatchewan companies suggest that larger potash companies in the province are paying lower tax rates than ordinary taxpayers. With that potentially limiting the threshold for government revenue, Evan discusses the intricacies of the royalty structure and how Saskatchewan is approaching that discussion with Saskatchewan economist, Erin Weir.
LQ: Do you think changes should be made to the potash tax inadequacy?
10:30 – What does the provincial government make of potash royalty rates? Colleen Young, Minister of Energy and Resources, joins Evan to discuss the government’s views on the current framework and whether reforms may be considered in the future.
LQ: Are you confident in the government to make adequate changes to potash royalty rates?
11:00 – You’ve now heard both sides — what do you think? Should the provincial taxes be charging and making more from high-earning potash companies? Call Evan to weigh in at 1-877-332-8255!
11:30 – A group of concerned citizens from Saskatchewan are standing up to the provincial government in court over its decision to continue to operate coal-fired power plants well beyond the federal phase-out deadline. Peter Prebble, Saskatchewan Environmental Society board member, joins Evan to discuss why the group took the case to court and what they want for Saskatchewan’s energy future.
LQ: Do you think the province should follow the national coal phase-out deadline?
12:00 – It’s another exciting weekend of football in Saskatchewan — this time, for the University of Saskatoon Huskies! The Vanier Cup is coming to Saskatchewan for the big game, happening in Regina this weekend. There will be a lot to cheer for and experience with that game happening in our province. Evan welcomes Ryker Frank, University of Saskatchewan Huskies fifth-year starting running back, team captain and a 2025 Canada West All-Star, and Jodie Bray, committee member for the upcoming Vanier Cup 2025, to discuss it further
LQ: Are you planning to attend the Vanier Cup?
