Forestry on the Front Lines of the Trade War

One Regina Man’s Mission to Help the Homeless

Homelessness and addiction are ongoing problems in the province, but one man is doing what he can to help. Matthew Wesley, a Regina man who helps vulnerable people, delivers food, supplies, or simply offers his time for a chat with people experiencing homelessness to let them know that they aren't alone. He joins us now to talk about why he does this work and what he wishes more people understood about those struggling.

Did Supply Management Help Spark the Trade War?

Canada and the United States are now in a trade war — and dairy supply management was one of the major sticking points at the negotiating table. University of Saskatchewan agricultural economist Stuart Smyth joins Evan to talk about the role dairy played in the breakdown, what this trade fight could mean for Canadian farmers and consumers, and why he argues Canada should be rethinking supply management altogether.

Trade War Hits Home: What It Means for Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan is home to some of the world’s largest potash reserves — but there’s a long-running debate over whether the province is getting its fair share from the resource. Saskatchewan business commentator Paul Martin joins Evan to talk about how potash royalties work, whether the current system strikes the right balance and what Saskatchewan should expect in return as the industry grows. He will also weigh in on the U.S. trade war and what it means for Saskatchewan.

Missing and on the Spectrum: How Police Search

The disappearance and death of 11-year-old Parker in Calgary has raised difficult questions about how police respond when a vulnerable person goes missing. Inspector Tyson Lavallee, Saskatoon Police Service, joins the show to explain how those searches are handled and what families should know.

Forestry on the Front Lines of the Trade War

Canada and the United States are now in a trade war — and forestry could be one of the Saskatchewan industries with a lot on the line after years of already dealing with U.S. duties and disputes over Canadian lumber. Forest Saskatchewan CEO Carl Neggers joins Evan to talk about what the escalating trade fight means for Saskatchewan producers, how vulnerable the industry is to further tariffs and what Canada can do next.