The Evan Bray Show - Ryan Johnson - July 31st, 2024

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Water in Regina can take on a less-pleasant smell and taste on occasion, during the summertime. Residents notice the change each year. Some have traced it back to blue-green algae affecting the Regina water supply, which comes from the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant. Ryan Johnson, president and CEO of Buffalo Pound Water, joins Evan to dive into the plant's upgrade, which is underway.
31 Jul 2024 10AM English Canada News Commentary

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