Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions and Conversations

The Sentencing of the Man Who Killed Misha Pavelick

Yesterday, it was announced that the man who killed Misha Pavelick in 2006 would be sentenced as a youth. He was 17 at the time of Misha's death. The full sentence is to be delivered later today. Lisa Schick, 980 CJME senior reporter, brings us up to speed on the case.

Google Maps for Fishermen

If you've ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of your favourite fishing lake, today's guest can help answer that question. Trystan Meyers, owner of Armed With Harmony Music Services LTD. and part of the Angler’s Edge Mapping team, joins Evan to discuss modern lake mapping tech and how hours on the water turn into a useful tool for fishers, and also a beautiful piece of art.

The Device That Could Save Saskatchewan Crops

A Saskatoon startup is developing a portable device that allows farmers to detect crop diseases in the field in under two hours, potentially saving crops before infections spread. This could also reduce the need for broad pesticide use. To talk about this new invention, Evan is joined by Ethan Done, chief operating officer and co-founder of PathoScan Technologies.

Can Volunteering Replace A Summer Job?

Young people are facing a tough job market. In April, the unemployment rate among youth his 14.3 per cent, which is higher than it was before the pandemic. But some experts say there are still several things youth can do to build up their resume, like volunteering. Genelle Payant, HR consultant and founder of Spark People Solutions, joins the show to discuss the value behind volunteer work and to share her tips and tricks on how to stand out in a flood of resumes.

Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions and Conversations

Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today.