On the final episode of MuniCast Season 2, we sit down with former premier of Saskatchewan Lorne Calvert. Calvert served as the 13th premier of Saskatchewan from 2001 to 2007, and was leader of the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party until 2009. In this episode we discuss how Saskatchewan has changed over the last 15 years and what issues still exist today. Calvert brings a wealth of knowledge in this can't miss episode.

Reconciliation is a commonly heard buzzword in municipal governance, but what does a commitment to reconciliation really look like? Episode 5 of MuniCast sits down with University of Winnipeg academic Niigaanwewidam Sinclair to discuss how your community can work collaboratively with First Nation partners. Discussing how communities can work to support their partners and make a commitment to honour the treaties of Saskatchewan, this special 40-minute episode covers tough topics in a respectful way.

In today’s digital landscape, connectivity is at the forefront of our business and home lives. Join us for a discussion on broadband with SaskTel's Paul Kelly and Greg Jacobs. This conversation covers the challenges of connectivity in the north, how communities can use data to create innovative solutions, and what you can do today to help your community secure reliable broadband tomorrow.

From SUMA member to SUMA President, Mayor Rodger Hayward has served his community, his region, his sector, and the entire membership. Join us for a discussion with former President Hayward as he shares his takeaways on leadership and learn from his time around the SUMA Board table. First elected in 1996, Mayor Hayward has a wealth of knowledge that he shares in this discussion on lessons in leadership.

First-term municipal leaders turned the page on their first year in leadership in November of 2021. At the same time, Minister of Government Relations Don McMorris finished his first year as minister. Join us as we look back at the lessons learned from an unprecedented first year in office and how even veteran members of the council can learn from the past year. In this interview, Minister McMorris shares his advice on how you can work with the provincial government to have your voice heard.

MuniCast is back with a new episode every month until June! The theme of Season Two is lessons in leadership and will feature a variety of interviews with leaders in the municipal, technology, and government sectors. Episodes will be released on the second Wednesday of every month and can be found on Spotify, Apple, Google or anywhere you get your podcasts!  

Join us as we talk with FCM President Joanne Vanderheyden about municipal leadership on a national level. As a 12-year mayor and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) President, Vanderheyden knows a thing or two about the challenges municipal leaders face. Coming from the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc of 20,000 people Vanderheyden discusses many of the same concerns facing Saskatchewan leaders. The first episode of Season 2 is a can't miss with great advice on how you can have your hometown's voice heard on the national stage.

Parity around the council table is essential to robust discussion and representation of your residents. In recognition of Women's History Month, the final episode of Season 1 will focus on the role of women at the council table.

In Episode 6 of MuniCast, hear Moose Jaw Councillor Crystal Froese and the first-ever female mayor of Regina, Sandra Masters discuss their roles as community leaders with a focus on the challenges women face in politics.

We are starting plans for Season Two, so if you have suggestions for guests let us know by emailing Sarah MacMillan: [email protected]!

Mayor and council rely on the everyday work of CAOs and administration to execute their visions for their hometowns. Administrators rely on municipal officials to make decisions that help the community run efficiently. 

In Episode 5 of MuniCast, hear Lumsden Mayor Bryan Matheson and Lumsden CAO Monica Merkosky discuss their roles as community leaders and administration with a focus on how you can make the council-administration relationship work for your community. 

We are starting plans for Season Two, so if you have suggestions for guests let us know by emailing Sarah MacMillan: [email protected]!

As the 2021 SUMA Convention kicked off, viewers were delighted by a video showcasing the power of innovation and collaboration between SaskTel and the City of Melfort. During Convention, SaskTel's Paul Kelly asked viewers, "who wants to be the next Melfort?" Episode 4 of MuniCast dives deep into that question to explain what utilizing the innovation and collaboration team means for your municipality. 

In Episode 4 of MuniCast, hear Paul Kelly and Mike Stefaniuk discuss their role as innovation leaders and how you can benefit from the collaborative solutions SaskTel can provide. We tackle everything from water loss to technological innovation in this episode of MuniCast.

We are starting plans for Season Two, so if you have suggestions for guests let us know by emailing Sarah MacMillan: [email protected]!

As the 2021 Scoop Lewry Award winner, former Humboldt mayor Malcolm Eaton boasts an impressive list of accomplishments during his tenure as councillor and then mayor of Humboldt. From adding onto the community’s recreational facilities to being mayor when both a new school and a healthcare facility were officially opened in the city, Malcolm understands the importance of partnerships and working together for a common goal. Whether it was working with other orders of government, neighbouring municipalities, or local boards, he is quick to point out that every success was a team effort.

In Episode 3 of MuniCast, hear Malcolm’s tips for building and maintaining those crucial relationships, as well as other practical suggestions for what elected officials can do to ensure they leave a legacy to be proud of.

We are officially at the halfway point of Season One of MuniCast, with three more great episodes coming up! We are starting plans for Season Two, so if you have suggestions for guests let us know by emailing Sarah MacMillan: [email protected]!