Community rinks benefit from grants
The results of the Community Rink Affordability Grant (CRAG) Program have been released, showing 594 ice surfaces and 379 facility owners have benefitted from the grant in 2021-22. “The $1.7…
Provinces release strategic plan to advance small modular nuclear reactors
The governments of Ontario, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick and Alberta have agreed to a joint strategic plan outlining the path forward on small modular reactors (SMRs). A Strategic Plan for the…
Funds allocated for First Nations Resource Centre of Excellence
The Government of Saskatchewan has announced $300,000 in funding for the Saskatchewan First Nations Natural Resource Centre of Excellence (COE) to support two projects to help advance the Growth Plan…
VCA wins gold at SHSAA 3A Boys basketball provincials
The Valley Christian Academy Lions were strong in all aspects of their game and came away with their first provincial 3A Boys Basketball title last weekend. It was even more…
Provincial infrastructure investment welcomed by Chamber of Commerce
The Government of Saskatchewan’s 2022-23 Budget, released March 23, contains several important items for Saskatchewan businesses, according to Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Acting CEO Elissa LaLiberte.. This year’s budget, themed…
Budget foreshadows cuts, privatization, says union
Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) officials are giving the Saskatchewan provincial budget the thumbs-down. In a news release issued March 23, CUPE Saskatchewan President Judy Henley said the Sask.…
More investment in families, public services needed, says SGEU
Public sector workers are critical of the provincial budget unveiled in the Saskatchewan Legislature March 23 by Finance Minister Donna Harpauer. “The budget announced today is short on assistance to…
Budget confirms economy ‘back on track’, says Finance Minister
Saskatchewan’s 2022-23 Budget, tabled March 23 by Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer, highlights a growing economy, improving finances and a clear path to balance with significant investments in…
Thin ice poses serious dangers
Rising temperatures have resulted in thin ice and unstable water flows on storm water reservoirs and rivers in the area. Residents are advised to avoid these waterbodies because of the…
Funding earmarked for post-secondary students’ mental health
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $245,000 in 2021-22 to Healthy Campus Saskatchewan in support of student mental health and wellbeing. With this investment, Healthy Campus Saskatchewan will focus on…