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8:30 – Evan is joined by Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe at Canada’s Farm Show in Regina to catch up after a number of very busy weeks with tariffs, negotiation with the U.S. and changing leadership in Ottawa.
Listener Question: Are you pleased with Saskatchewan’s representation as the trade war with the U.S. continues?
9:00 – With questions abounding about when a federal election will be called and concerns being raised against the new Liberal Party leader, Mark Carney, Evan welcomes Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun, to the show to speak to some of his recent pieces.
LQ: Do you still want to see an election called immediately? Or do you want to allow some patience for the new Liberal leader?
9:30 – 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 – Live at Canada’s Farm Show, Evan welcomes Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture, Darryl Harrison.
10:30 – The provincial budget being tabled later today is expected to include a cut to education property taxes. Shawn Davidson, president of the Saskatchewan School Boards Association, joins Evan to share why this cut might raise some concerns.
LQ: What are your hopes or concerns about tomorrow’s provincial budget?
11:00 – In response to the ongoing trade war between Canada and the United States, producers in Saskatchewan are planning to gather for a special agricultural summit. Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) vice-president, Jeremy Welter, joins Evan to discuss that upcoming gathering and concerns about the capital gains tax.
LQ: Do you feel like Saskatchewan has power in these trade war decisions and considerations?
11:30 – Canada’s Farm Show is underway today through Thursday, and Evan welcomes show director, Carla Vipond, as she stops by the booth during a busy first day at the show!
12:00 – Saskatchewan producers are in the thick of calving season and joining Evan straight from the farm, Quick Dick McDick, Saskatchewan farmer, comedian and Youtuber
LQ: How is the calving season going for you this year?
