Sarah Mills: A stamp price may cost Canada Post's future
The federal budget includes a significant increase in the cost to mail a letter. Sarah Mills says that could have Canada...
WITH GUEST HOST BRENT LOUCKS
8:30 – The federal Conservatives are blasting the Carney government’s budget, raising concerns about rising debt, government spending and the lack of meaningful tax relief for Canadians. Conservative MP for Regina—Qu’Appelle Andrew Scheer joins guest host Brent Loucks to discuss where the budget falls short and what the Conservatives would do differently.
Listener Question: Are you worried about the growing federal debt?
9:00 – Hackers are targeting grocery stores in Europe — taking control of refrigeration systems and spoiling thousands of pounds of food. Could Canadian supermarkets be next? With cyberattacks also hitting water systems and power infrastructure, are our everyday essentials more vulnerable than we think? Cybersecurity expert and lawyer Ritesh Kotak joins Brent to explain the growing threat and what Canada needs to do.
LQ: Cyberattacks are no longer just about stealing passwords or credit card numbers. They could disrupt grocery stores, water and electricity. How concerned are you about hackers targeting the everyday essentials we depend on?
9:30 – Six Saskatoon property owners are refusing to sell portions of their land to the city for new Bus Rapid Transit stations, raising concerns about safety, loitering and the possibility of expropriation. Karen Kobussen, CEO of the Saskatoon West Business Association, joins us to discuss the concerns and why she’s calling for more negotiations before the city moves forward.
LQ: Should the city be allowed to take control of private property to build public transit stations?
10:00 – Most of us spend years planning financially for retirement, but how much thought do we give to what we’ll actually do with our time, or who we’ll be without our jobs? Saskatoon author and executive coach Tammy Martins joins us to talk about her new book, Designing Your Second Act, and why preparing for retirement means thinking about much more than just money.
LQ: What is your dream for after you retire? Or if you are retired, what would you like to be doing… or doing less of?
10:30 – Are Saskatchewan’s new personal care home rules enough to keep seniors safe? One former care home owner says the changes don’t go far enough, especially when it comes to training, inspections and quality of care. Registered nurse and Senior Care Compass founder Anita Bouvier joins Brent to explain what’s missing and what needs to change.
LQ: Do you have confidence that Saskatchewan’s personal care homes are providing safe, quality care for your loved ones?
11:00 – Remember those shoe-stealing foxes at Great Blue Heron Provincial Park that made headlines this summer? They’ve now inspired a children’s book! Saskatchewan author and librarian Amber Johnson joins us to talk about her book Sneaker the Shoe-Stealing Fox, why foxes steal shoes and how her self-published book has already sold out its first printing.
LQ: What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever had an animal steal?
11:30 – Three fatal bear attacks in Saskatchewan this year, plus a recent wolf attack — are we seeing a troubling rise in encounters between people and wildlife? What’s bringing these animals closer and do we know how to stay safe when we’re in their territory? Kim Titchener, founder and educator with Bear Safety & More, joins us with a closer look at wildlife behaviour, the risks and how to protect ourselves in the great outdoors.
12:00 – Brent revisits his conversation with Andrew Scheer, Member of Parliament for Regina—Qu’Appelle, former Conservative Party leader and former Speaker of the House.
