The Evan Bray Show – Friday, Dec. 12

8:30 – What impact could the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) have on trade negotiations? Evan welcomes Laura Dawson, executive director of the Future Borders Coalition, to discuss concerns that Trump might use the agreement as a bargaining tactic as trade and tariff negotiations with the United States continue.

Listener Question: Do you think the United States and President Donald Trump would really withdraw from the USMCA?

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.

9:30 – Evan welcomes the Saskatchewan RCMP’s Commanding Officer Robin McNeil for his monthly check-in interview and a look ahead to 2026. This check-in provides an update on the RCMP’s state of affairs in the province.

LQ: What area of crime would you like to see the RCMP address in 2026?

10:00 – Bugs ‘n Hugs – Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!

11:00 – What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson – powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for BEEF & BLACK BEAN BURRITO.

11:15 – A Saskatchewan filmmaker is preparing to release his latest project tonight. Scott Woroniuk, videographer and owner of Crosscut Films, joins Evan to discuss FU-GO: Japan’s WW2 Balloon Bombs Over Canada and what prompted him to bring this story to screen.

LQ: How often do you watch documentaries? 

11:30 – Christmas is approaching at a breakneck pace. There are concepts of grocery stores with a “slow lane,” where the cashier will ask about family, travel plans and your holiday traditions. Are we losing the spirit of Christmas in our haste or are we in a justified rush? Tell Evan what you think of a slow lane check-out at 1-877-332-8255!

12:00 – Evan revisits his conversation with Laura Dawson, executive director for the Future Borders Coalition.