Sarah Mills: The magic of a good, old-fashioned letter
Could letters of old be the way to save Canada Post? In today's Mills Minute, Sarah Mills says there is something rather...
8:30 – We often see updates on the war between Russia and Ukraine through breaking news clips or statements from political leaders. But it’s the stories from the people impacted on the ground that really matter. Bill Graveland, national correspondent for The Canadian Press, joins Evan after a recent trip to Kyiv. He shares what the capital city is dealing with daily and what stories stuck with him.
Listener Question: Do you think Canada is doing enough to support Ukraine?
9:00 – Open phones – Evan goes to the phones to chat with listeners about what’s on their minds today. Call 1-877-332-8255.
10:00 – Following his win in the Alberta Battle River–Crowfoot byelection, securing his seat back in parliament is the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. He joins Evan to chat about his “castle law” announcement on self-defence, his recent win and his latest takes on Prime Minister Mark Carney.
LQ: Do you think Canadians should be able to do whatever is necessary to protect themselves and their families in their homes?
10:15 – Bugs ‘n Hugs – Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!
11:00 – What time is it? It’s Eatin’ Time! with Belton Johnson – powered by the Saskatchewan Cattle Association! Grillmaster Belton Johnson joins Evan with his recipe for SMOKED PHILLY CHEESE FATTY.
11:15 – A big celebration is coming up for Saskatchewan. On Monday, Sept. 1st, the province will mark its 120th anniversary. An there’s a pretty major event planned to mark the day next week. Alex Fallon, chair of the Western Canadian Economic Forum, CEO of The Paradox Group and founder of Artificial Intelligence Saskatchewan (AiSK), is heading up the planning for celebrating SASK 120 and joins Evan to share more about the event!
LQ: What are your plans to celebrate this notable milestone for the province?
11:30 – Ahead of the Labour Day Classic, Evan welcomes a Saskatchewan digital creator, Nelson Hackewich, who has been turning the popular Madden football video games into his own personal CFL simulations!
LQ: What team would you like to customize to add to a sports video game?
12:00 – Tally up the score, tell us who wins and get entered to win! It’s time for Green & White Prognostications presented by Canada West Harvest Centre. Pick the game winner and the closest combined score and you could be entered to win an end-of-season grand prize cash jackpot!
