Evan Bray: Data centre project offers real opportunity for Saskatchewan
Evan Bray says he understands skepticism about Bell's giant AI data centre project, but some are so afraid of the idea t...
8:30 – Saskatchewan Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill joins Evan for a full hour of listener calls as the health system faces pressure on multiple fronts — from staffing shortages and looming CUPE job action to pharmacists expanding their scope of care. Evan takes a deep dive into the state of health care in Saskatchewan.
Listener Question: Have a question about healthcare in this province? This is your opportunity to ask the man in charge. Saskatchewan Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill takes your calls at 1-877-332-8255.
9:30 – Bell is dramatically expanding its planned AI data centre south of Regina, with the project now potentially reaching 1.2 gigawatts of capacity and more than $50 billion in capital investment. The Saskatchewan NDP has raised concerns about transparency, consultation, environmental impacts and what the project could ultimately cost taxpayers. Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP, joins us to share the questions her party wants answered.
LQ: Do you think the government should have done more public consultation before moving ahead with the expansion?
10:00 – Evan catches up with Saskatoon’s Chief of Police, Cam McBride, to talk about local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2026 and what information people in Saskatchewan should be aware of.
LQ: Do you have a question for Chief Cam McBride? Call in at 1-877-332-8255.
10:30 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
11:00 – You’re quick & clever! And for some weird reason you’ve carried the right answer in your head for years. Or maybe you just trust Uncle Google. It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener for Little Town Apparel — your chance for fame and acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, but you’ll win prizes too! Call 1-877-332-8255 to play!
11:30 – With the 100th anniversary of Prince Albert National Park coming up in 2027, a new book celebrates the history, landscape and wildlife of one of Saskatchewan’s most treasured places. Bill Waiser, historian and author of Saskatchewan’s Playground: A Photographic Celebration of Prince Albert National Park, alongside photographers Bob Ferguson and John Perret, join the show to talk about the book and what makes Prince Albert National Park so special to Saskatchewan.
12:00 – The Saskatchewan Card & Collector Experience brings together collectors, dealers and fans for a celebration of trading cards and collectibles. Carter Yelle and Justin Fetter, the owner/operators of the event, join us to talk about the growing interest in collecting and what people can expect at this year’s card show, happening NEXT weekend in Saskatoon.
