8:30 – After the release of the fall economic statement on Monday, Jason Childs, professor of economics at the University of Regina, joins Evan to talk about Canada’s newly-announced $62 billion deficit.
Listener Question: Is this deficit a good thing?
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.
9:30 – Evan welcomes Eric Anderson, president of the Saskatchewan Industrial and Mining Suppliers Association (SIMSA), back to the show to discuss impacts of potential tariffs threatened by incoming U.S. President Donald Trump (and potential Canadian tariffs on our own goods) should Canada not improve its border security.
LQ: How do you expect these tariffs to impact you? Are you worried?
10:00 – Operation Red Nose is back for another year of making sure people get home safely during the holidays. Tom Armstrong, media chair for Operation Red Nose for Saskatoon, Warman and Martensville, and member of the Saskatoon Millennium Lion’s Club, joins Evan to share more about what the operation offers.
LQ: When a service is being offered for no fee, is it rude to not provide a donation if you use it?
10:30 – When a service is being offered for no fee, is it rude to not provide a donation if you use it? Weigh in with Evan at 1-877-332-8255.
11:00 – You’re quick & clever! And for some weird reason you’ve carried the right answer in your head for years. Or maybe you just trust Uncle Google. It‘s time for Saskatchewan’s Smartest Radio Listener for Little Town Apparel — your chance for fame and acclaim and to prove just how smart you are. Not only do you get bragging rights, you’ll win prizes too! Call 1-877-332-8255 to play!
11:30 –The GST holiday seems to be hitting a few snags in its execution. How did you find your holiday shopping on the weekend as it rolled out? Call Evan at 1-877-332-8255.
12:00 – MADD Saskatoon is in the throes of its Project Red Ribbon Holiday Awareness Campaign. Joining Evan to discuss the importance of staying safe on the roads this Christmas and New Year is Bonny Stevenson, president of MADD Saskatoon.