Murray Wood: The day Canada Became a nation
April 9, 1917 was Easter Monday. On that date, 109 years ago, Canadian soldiers made history at Vimy Ridge. Murray Wood ...
8:30 – The Trudeau cabinet will see a major shuffle of ministers. Seven ministers will either leave their position or have decided not to run in the next election. Tom Korski, the managing editor for Blacklock’s Reporter, joins Gormley to discuss what this cabinet shuffle will do for Trudeau in the fall session.
LIVE: Tom Korski, managing editor for Blacklock’s Reporter in Ottawa.
9:00 – Hour of the Big Stories…open lines
10:00 – The City of Saskatoon has wrapped up another special budget meeting to find ways to reduce the funding gap of more than $70 million in 2024 and 2025. Those gaps have been reduced to $23.2 million, which would result in a 9.96 percent in 2024 and 6.17 percent in 2025 property tax increase. Many organizations have suggested options for the city, including the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, with a seven percent cost reduction across all departments and city-funded agencies. Jason Aebig is the CEO of the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce and joins Gormley to get his reaction to the latest budget update.
LIVE: Jason Aebig, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce CEO.
11:00 – It’s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener! It’s your chance for fame, and acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win a $50 gift card to Delta Hotels by Marriott Bessborough and Delta Downtown and an exclusive Smartest Radio Listener t-shirt thanks to Little Town Apparel. Available ONLY to Saskatchewan Smartest Radio Listener winners.
12:00 – The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will be part of the “Salute To A Safe Saskatoon” performing fly-over tributes over the city on Thursday. This is to recognize the efforts of those who strive to help create a safe and healthy community. Capt. Phil Rochon is the Public Affairs Officer for the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. He joins Gormley to chat about what you can see in the flyovers.
LIVE: Capt. Phil Rochon Public Affairs Officer (Media and Community Relations), Canadian Forces Snowbirds.
