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Win Your Way Into Every Ticketed Day of Jazz Fest!

Cruz FM — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:36 +0000

SaskJazz Festival is coming up fast! Check out this year’s awesome ticketed lineup rocking the Victoria Park Mainstage:

Monday, July 6th:

NOAH CYRUS
SHEBAD
KA LOK

Tuesday, July 7th:

MODEST MOUSE
THE NAYSAYERS
SNACKTIME

Friday, July 10th:

EILEEN LAVERTY
ROYAL WOOD
BRUCE COCKBURN

Wanna be there for ALL the action?? Fill out the form below for your chance to win a pair of tickets to EVERY ticketed day of the festival!

**Winner will receive 2 tickets to July 6, July 7, and July 10 – admission to shows at the Victoria Park Mainstage

*The winner will be contacted via email by the Cruz FM Experiences Department

Give Your Dad the Best Father’s Day Gift with Sutherland Automotive Speedway!

Cruz FM — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:01:12 +0000

Leave the BBQ, funny coffee mugs, and dad jokes in the dust and give your dad the ultimate gift for Father’s Day at Sutherland Automotive Speedway, courtesy of 96.3 Cruz FM.

5 lucky fathers with a plus 1 will win VIP access to the Cruz Chalet at the Family Day Race at Sutherland Automotive Speedway on Saturday, June 27th. And winning dads won’t just be sitting in the stands on one of those portable stadium seat cushions dads love to use – each winning dad will also get the chance to drop the green flag to start a race!

Your dad is the best, so tell us why your dad is the best using the form below for your chance to win!

*Winners will be contacted via email by the Cruz FM Experiences Department

Where Girl Guide Cookies Came From…

Stacie — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:59:51 +0000

Next time you inhale an entire sleeve of the vanilla ones in one sitting, you can officially thank a determined mom from Regina who just wanted her kids out of the house and at summer camp back in 1927 for coming up with Girl Guide Cookies. Little did Christina Riepsamen know, her kitchen table project was about to become the most delicious hostage situation in Canadian history, forcing us all to empty our wallets on the doorstep every spring.

What started as a frantic baking session to fund a tenting trip quickly snowballed into Canada’s favorite multi-million-dollar cookie cartel, turning ordinary neighborhoods into prime sales territory. Now, highly trained nine-year-olds can manipulate an adult into buying three boxes of chocolate-vanilla in under fifteen seconds flat, completely bypassing any dietary willpower.

So while we may never know if the classic vanilla combo or the legendary mint flavor reigns supreme, we do know that Saskatchewan is the undisputed birthplace of weaponized deliciousness. Just remember to pay the $6 box fee quietly, look the enthusiastic Ember in the eye, and accept that Regina holds the ultimate crown for funding youth outdoor adventures through pure sugar.

Bathroom Reno at the Legislature

Joel Jeffrey — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:38:11 +0000

Breaking news from the cutting edge of modern governance: Saskatchewan has finally cracked the code on advanced architectural technology. After just 110 years of intense deliberation, the provincial legislature is introducing a groundbreaking, revolutionary new feature: a bathroom for female MLAs.

When the building opened, women weren’t allowed in office, so architects left out the plumbing. Then women did get elected, and the government seamlessly transitioned into a century-long game of “not it” regarding the renovation bill. Until now, female politicians had to squeeze into a tiny, retrofitted space while their male colleagues got to ponder the fate of the province in historic, marble-lined luxury.

It’s an incredible milestone for the year 1926. Wait, what year is it again?

Generic Ozempic Hits Canadian Shelves

Joel Jeffrey — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:15:48 +0000

If you’ve been following the buzz around weight loss and diabetes medications, a massive shift is officially happening at your local pharmacy. Generic versions of semaglutide—the blockbuster active ingredient in Ozempic are landing on Canadian shelves right now, and it’s expected to be an absolute game-changer for both availability and your wallet.

Canada has actually become the first G7 country to greenlight these generics, following the expiry of Novo Nordisk’s regulatory exclusivity back in January. Health Canada recently approved versions from Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and Canadian pharma giant Apotex. Dr. Reddy’s version officially launched last week, with nationwide distribution ramping up right now.

So, what does this mean for patients? While the brand-name Ozempic is built through a complex biological process using yeast, the generics are built chemically, kind of like assembling amino acids like a Lego set to create the exact same molecule. Experts assure that they will work identically in the body, carrying the same benefits and side effects.

The best news? The price drop. While brand-name pens cost around $300 to $400 a month, experts predict that as more generics enter the market, the price could plummet to around 35% of the original cost, potentially bringing monthly bills down to around $100.

Return of the Dunkin!

Joel Jeffrey — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:23:13 +0000

Well, Dunkin’ Donuts is officially returning to Canada, and apparently, they may have finally found Saskatchewan on a map. After years of being the “forgotten middle child” of the Prairies, we may get to join the rest of the world in the revolutionary experience of eating a donut that isn’t from a Tim Hortons drive-thru. It’s nice to know that after decades of ignoring us, Dunkin’ decided our money is just as green as everyone else’s. We’ll see how their “America Runs on Dunkin’” slogan holds up when it has to run through a Saskatchewan snowbank in February. It’s a bold move, but hey, at least it’s something new to look at while we’re stuck in construction traffic.

Whoop there it is (whooping cranes in Sask)

Joel Jeffrey — Mon, 11 May 2026 14:31:42 +0000

If you thought Saskatchewan was just flat land and wheat, your binoculars clearly aren’t in focus. The province is currently the hottest club in the world, but the bouncers are Great Gray Owls and the guest list is strictly avian. Birders are swarming the prairies to catch a glimpse of “celebrities” like the Whooping Crane who, frankly, has had a better comeback than most 90s boy bands. Then there’s the Sharp-tailed Grouse, which spends its mornings engaged in dance battles that would put TikTok to shame. From the Snowy Owl paparazzi to the rare sightings that have enthusiasts “flocking” from across the globe, it turns out the middle of nowhere is actually the center of everything. Just remember: in the world of birdwatching, the early bird gets the rare photo, and everyone else just gets a very scenic view of a field.

Ground the Snowbirds?

Joel Jeffrey — Fri, 08 May 2026 14:09:22 +0000

Lately, the chatter around the water cooler (and the flight line) has been about more than just the roar of engines. It’s about whether our beloved Snowbirds should keep their wings.

The argument for grounding them usually boils down to the “Vintage Factor.” The CT-114 Tutors have been flying since the 1960s. Critics argue that pouring millions into maintaining museum-grade hardware during a cost-of-living crisis is a tough sell. Plus, with the 2026 budget focus on infrastructure, some say the money is better spent on the ground.

On the flip side, they are the ultimate “CanCon” success story. For many, seeing those red-and-white jets over the river is a vital piece of national pride. Is it a costly tradition? Sure. But in a world of digital noise, there’s still something irreplaceable about a 9-jet overhead break.

Spring Cleaning? Not So Fast, Saskatchewan!

Joel Jeffrey — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:47:01 +0000

We all get that “Saskatchewan Spring” itch the second the snow melts… the urge to grab the rake, clear the flowerbeds, and erase every trace of winter. But before you bag up those dead leaves and old stalks, the local experts have a message for you: Stay on the couch!

It turns out that being a “lazy” gardener is actually a heroic act for our local pollinators. Many of our essential bees and butterflies spend the winter nesting in the hollow stems of plants or tucked under leaf litter. If we tidy up too early, we’re accidentally tossing out the very creatures that make our province bloom.

The golden rule? Wait until the temperature consistently stays above 10°C. Once it’s nice and toasty, our buzzing friends will wake up and move on. So, grab a coffee, enjoy the sunshine, and use the “bee-friendly” excuse to avoid the yard work for a few more weeks. Your garden and the bees will thank you!

LISTEN: Sam the Sad Oilers Fan

Mark Johnston — Fri, 01 May 2026 13:45:22 +0000

Oilers fans are really sad today! I actually “talked” to one of them on the phone. Listen to my convo with Sam the Sad Oilers Fan below:

https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/3804/files/2026/05/sam-the-sad-oilers-fan.mp3