Forestry product sales reach record high
Saskatchewan’s forestry sector reached an all-time high of $1.8 billion in forestry product sales in 2021, an increase of 60 per cent from 2020. “These record numbers are more great…
Pavement marking increases safety
Another successful year of pavement marking has concluded for crews at the Ministry of Highways. “In 2021-22, the Government of Saskatchewan invested $9.3 million in pavement markings,” Highways Minister Fred…
Saskatchewan launches public engagement on virtual care
The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking feedback from patients and health care providers on their experiences with virtual care. Saskatchewan quickly adopted new methods to safely connect patients to their…
Province commits $335,000 to resettlement of Ukrainian families
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the intent to work with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress of Saskatchewan (UCC) as part of its commitment to assist displaced Ukrainian families resettle in…
SUMA condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine
The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) stands with other orders of government around the world in condemning Russia’s attacks on the Ukraine. “More than 13 per cent of Saskatchewan’s residents…
Government introduces motion to support Ukraine
The Government of Saskatchewan took another step in its support for Ukraine by introducing a motion to support Ukraine and condemn Russia in the legislative assembly. The motion was introduced…
Area music festivals tuning up for return to live performances
Young musicians will take the stage later this month at two area music festivals. The Twin Rivers Music Festival (TRMF) runs March 18 to 27 in Dalmeny; and the Sask…
Area donations contribute to Ukraine support
Approximately $1.62 million has so far been raised by the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal (www.cufoundation.ca) to provide food packages, medicine and shelter to people displaced by the war in that eastern…
New immigration stream targets skilled tech talent
The Government of Saskatchewan has announced the new Tech Talent Pathway under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) to attract highly skilled technology professionals into the province. The Tech Talent…
City of Saskatoon threatens land grab outside its jurisdiction with no compensation to owner
Twenty years in industrial development did nothing to prepare Laurie Bradley for getting hit with a potential land grab. When the City of Saskatoon vowed to seize a slice of…