Wood file: Canada can lose occasionally and still be No. 1
Canada was snakebit in the gold medal hockey game, and sometimes, even when you dominate the other team, you come up sho...
8:30 – Saskatchewan RCMP responded to a wellness check at a rural home near Wynyard where they found one person deceased and helped rescue more than 35 cats from what has been described as hazardous, neglected conditions. Evan is joined by Veronica Hermiston, Director & Founder of Mozart Sympawthy Animal Sanctuary, her organization was involved in rescuing and caring for many of these animals.
LQ: Do laws and bylaws need to change to prevent this kind of animal hoarding? How?
9:00 – The leadership race continues for the federal NDP, but can it make a comeback after poor election results in 2025? Heather McPherson, NDP federal leadership candidate and Edmonton Strathcona MP, joins Evan to chat about her recent stop in Saskatchewan, the party’s relevance in the province and what she could learn from the provincial NDP, who have a strong following in Saskatchewan.
LQ: What would you need to see from the federal NDP to vote for them?
9:15 – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
10:00 – In the past week we’ve heard a number of stories of Canadian airlines falling short, from less leg room on flights to missing luggage on a flight from Regina to Puerto Vallarta. Canadian airlines may soon face pressure to improve service as the federal government allows more competition from Middle Eastern airlines. To talk about this Evan is joined by John Gradek, coordinator of the aviation management program at McGill University in Montreal.
LQ: What is the best flight you’ve ever been on, was it a Canadian airline or an international one? What made it stand out?
10:30 – January is often called “Divorce Month,” as many couples put off difficult decisions until after the holidays. Increasingly, some people are even turning to AI chatbots for early advice, seeing them as a more discreet first step. To talk about divorce and the changing face of legal advice, Evan is joined by Charmaine Panko, collaborative lawyer and mediator with Panko Collaborative Law and Mediation.
LQ: Have you ever turned to the internet or AI for advice on a big life decision before speaking to a professional — and why?
11:00 – It’s the time of year where winter has hit us full force, the snowbirds are off in their warmer climates and the average working people in the province are starting to scope out the prices of a warm vacation before spring hits. If a cruise has crossed your mind, Sgt. Tanner Maurice with the Regina Police Service, is a bit of an expert in the area. He joins us for an hour of FAQs on everything you ever wanted to know about the cruise experience!
LQ: Have you been on a cruise? Share your cruise experience and ask your questions at 1-877-332-8255!
12:00 – In a social media post, SOS Prairie Rescue said the home where 35 cats were rescued had some of the worst living conditions the organization has ever seen. Many of the cats are now in the care of SOS in Saskatoon, and Ashlyn Weninger, President of SOS Prairie Rescue, joins Evan with an update.
LQ: Do we need more restrictions on animal ownership in this province, what would that look like?
12:15 – Hockey Hall of Fame goaltender Glenn Hall has died at the age of 94. Born in Humboldt, Saskatchewan, “Mr. Goalie” became one of the NHL’s all-time greats, setting records that still stand today. Darrell Davis, sports journalist and author of Fire on Ice: Why Saskatchewan Rules the NHL, joins Evan to reflect on Hall’s legacy and his personal connection to the legendary netminder.
