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Summer's here—and so is a wave of stories making headlines. From global power shifts to the future of transit right here in our city, Christina and I are diving into what matters most to Saskatoon.

We’ll connect the dots between the international stage and what's happening on our streets—because it’s all connected.

Civically speaking,

Lenore Swystun with Christina Cherneskey

Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.

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Hello Dear Listeners,

This week on Civically Speaking, we start with big local media news: long-time columnist and civic affairs writer Phil Tank has been let go from the Saskatoon StarPhoenix. What does this mean for local journalism and public accountability in our city?

From there, we zoom out to the G7 Summit and Canada’s renewed commitment to Ukraine — including extended military aid and support for rebuilding efforts. What does this say about Canada’s role on the world stage? And how does that global responsibility ripple back into our own communities?

Then we shift gears to local musings and matters:

• Saskatchewan wildfires are tampered a bit by rains in the north but hearts out to communities.
• Summer events are heating up across the province, from festivals to family days — get out and enjoy!
• And a special shout-out to Yorkton’s historic Four Mill, a striking symbol of prairie industry and perseverance — what stories do our heritage buildings still have to tell?

All that and more, right here on Civically Speaking — where local meets global, and reflection meets action.

Civically speaking,

Lenore Swystun with regrets from Christina Cherneskey

Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.

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Hello Dear Listeners,


This week on Civically Speaking, we unpack a mix of local and global headlines that matter:

🇺🇸 ICE Raids & U.S. Political Tensions – South of the border, sweeping ICE raids in Los Angeles and a war of words between Elon Musk and Donald Trump are heating up the pre-election climate. What does this say about democracy, justice, and global influence?

🔥 Wildfires in Saskatchewan – Over 15,000 residents have been displaced due to this year’s intense wildfire season. We share updates on emergency supports, evacuation sites, and how people across the province are stepping up.
📞 For wildfire information, call the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency’s toll-free line: 1-855-559-5502

🏛️ Saskatoon’s Civic Budget Forecast – A projected 9.9% property tax increase for 2026 is on the table. What’s behind the numbers? How are services like transit, police, and fire shaping this bold proposal? We begin to break it down.


🌕 The Strawberry Moon Rises – June’s full moon, traditionally known as the Strawberry Moon, lights up the sky this week. A moment of beauty, harvest, and reflection amid the chaos.

🐈 A Sphinx Cat Cameo? Yes. You’ll have to tune in.


🗣️ thanks for tuning in,

Civically Speaking,

Lenore and Christina

Civically Speaking- Saskatoon Saskatchewan's #1 show about civic issues.