The Evan Bray Show

Three Strikes & You’re Out: Fair or Not in Health Care?

We just heard about a Saskatoon clinic that is now charging patients for missed appointments. After three no-shows, patients can even be dropped from the practice. We want to hear from you. Is this fair — or does it go too far? Does it help people show up, or punish those who already struggle to get care?

Empty Appointments, Real Consequences for Patient Care

Lakeside Medical Clinic in Saskatoon has introduced a three-strikes policy for missed appointments, including escalating fees and the possibility of being dropped as a patient. Policies like this are not uncommon but are they fair? Dr. Jason Hosain, a family doctor who studies appointment no-shows, says while doctors’ time is precious, clinics need to be cautious about punishing patients.

Saskatoon Check-In: What Will Make Downtown Safer?

Saskatoon is continuing to grapple with concerns around downtown safety, including rising public anxiety about crime, disorder, and visible social challenges in the core. To talk about how the city is addressing safety, homelessness, and revitalizing downtown Evan is joined by Jeff Jorgenson, City Manager at the City of Saskatoon.

Open Lines with Evan: Calls, Questions and Conversations

Open Phones - Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what's on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.

Local Voices, Big Issues: Inside the SUMA Talks

The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) Convention and Tradeshow just wrapped up in Regina. It's the perfect opportunity for local leaders and community members to connect, share ideas, set priorities and question those in power, like the Premier, about their villages, towns and cities. Randy Goulden, president of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), joins the show to recap the event and what progress was made on topics that matter in your community.