Rawlco Radio Ltd. The Evan Bray Show

Check yourself: Tick season is here

Loading player...
The warmer weather means the creepy crawlers are back--that includes ticks! And the number of blacklegged ticks linked to Lyme disease appears to be increasing in Saskatchewan, with a significant number of reported cases coming from the Prince Albert region. Janet Sperling, entomologist and president of the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation, joins the show to talk about tick season, what risks they carry and how to protect not just yourself but also your furry friends from the pesky bug.
25 May 12PM English Canada News Commentary

Other recent episodes

Code White: How safe are Saskatchewan hospitals?

The Saskatchewan government has launched an independent review of hospital safety and security following growing concerns about violence and safety in healthcare facilities across the province. Leading the review is Clive Weighill, former Saskatoon Police Service chief and chief provincial coroner, who will consult with staff and communities to recommend…
25 May 12PM 12 min

Why small talk matters more than ever

How we interact with others has changed a lot since the pandemic. Some avoid face-to-face contact, bail from plans, work from home or text friends instead of meeting in person. What has this avoidance done to our capacity for talking to strangers? That is what Gillian Sandstrom, psychology of kindness…
25 May 12PM 10 min

Referendum roulette: Is Alberta scaring off energy investors?

The Alberta separatism talks just got a lot more serious, and it could have negative implications on the oil and gas industry, not only in Alberta, but all of Canada. Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute in Ottawa, joins the…
25 May 10AM 16 min

Saskatchewan anglers, it’s finally time to hit the water

With warmer weather finally showing up across Saskatchewan, anglers are getting ready to head back out on the water for a new fishing season. Jason Matity, Saskatchewan fishing expert, joins the show to share his best spots, tips, tricks and what you need to know about renewing your fishing license.
22 May 1PM 13 min
All episodes