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8:30 – The Liberals are pushing forward with Bill C-9, the Combating Hate Act, but it has sparked controversy over whether it goes too far and could limit freedoms. Critics say the legislation still has significant flaws, and debate continues about how it balances fighting hate with protecting civil liberties. To dig into all of this, Evan is joined by Stephanie Taylor, National Post politics reporter.
Listener Question: Do you think Bill C-9 could go too far in policing what people say online or in public?
9:00 – The Saskatchewan government has announced exemptions to owners of prohibited guns following the rollout of the federal government’s buyback program. To help us understand this update and what it means for Saskatchewan firearm owners, we’re joined by Robert Freberg, Saskatchewan Firearms Commissioner and former Chief Firearms Officer for Saskatchewan.
LQ: Do you trust the federal government to handle this gun buyback fairly?
9:30 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
10:30 – The SARM Annual Convention and Trade Show wraps up today. The event comes at a crucial time, while RMs are dealing with a number of challenges like SaskPower hikes, emergency response time and rural safety. Bill Huber, president of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM), joins the show to recap the event and discuss what improvements SARM would like to see.
LQ: What services in rural areas need the most improvement right now?
11:00 – It’s time for Evan’s antique roadshow! Evan welcomes Saskatoon historian, author and administrator of the ‘Historic Saskatchewan’ Facebook group, Thom Cholowski, to the show again to take your questions about anything and everything antique ahead of the Saskatoon Prairieland Park Collector’s show, which starts tomorrow! Call in to share your finds, ask repair questions and more with Thom Cholowski at 1-877-332-8255!
LQ: What’s your favourite antique to look for?
12:00 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Albertans WILL get to cast their ballot in a referendum vote this October, focusing on issues primarily around immigration. It could have major implications on Alberta’s relationship with the federal government. Joining Evan is Jen Gerson, the co-founder of The Line, and author of the article, “Sure, put all of the questions on the ballot. Why not? What could go wrong?” on her take.
