budget day
'Nothing for Northern Saskatchewan': McPhail reacts to provincial budget
"All I can say there is nothing for Northern Saskatchewan." Those are the words of Cumberland NDP MLA Jordan McPhail when asked for his reaction about the 2025-2026 provincial budget released on Wednesday. The budget, which delivers a $12 million surplus that is contingent on if a 25 per cent American tariff ...
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AAA Hockey
Mintos Head Coach Doan Smith steps down after one year at the helm
It's been nearly two weeks since the Prince Albert Mintos were eliminated from the Sask. Male AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL) playoffs and the team is wasting no time in getting down to business in preparing for next season. One of the big changes was announced via social media on Monday, stating the club's Head Coach Doan...
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budget reaction
No big surprises in provincial budget for Prince Albert
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Brunch n' Lunch
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AAA Hockey
Mintos Head Coach Doan Smith steps down after one year at the helm
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Raiders Win 3-1
Raiders cruise past Moose Jaw for third straight win
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Prince Albert
budget reaction
No big surprises in provincial budget for Prince Albert
For the most part, this year's provincial budget is what community leaders in Prince Albert expected to hear. There were no big surprises according to Mayor Bill Powalinsky. The province has put a lot of money into multiple projects in the city over the last several years, something he acknowledges. "We've got the...
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Court proceedings
'I instantly felt fear': assault victim testifies at trial
While running on the treadmill at Goodlife Fitness, a woman was overcome with a feeling of instant fear seeing a man she recognized gain unlawful entry to the facility and make his way towards the cardio equipment.Less than a minute later, the man crouched down near the treadmill, and while licking his lips, stared at ...
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Entertainment
City gets application for indoor mini golf course in Crescent Acres
People looking for another entertainment option in the City of Prince Albert could soon have one more option. A discretionary development permit was unanimously approved to allow an indoor mini golf course at 1501B Olive Diefenbaker Drive. The building also holds a pharmacy, dental clinic and physiotherapy office. No c...
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Election dates
Sturgeon Lake First Nation prepares for election
In less than two weeks, members of Sturgeon Lake First Nation will head to the polls.The band's election date has been scheduled for March 31.Advance poll options are also available on March 29 in Saskatoon at the Quality Inn, and on March 30 at the Pioneer Log House on the city's exhibition grounds.There are two Chief...
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Budget preview
Municipal leaders anticipate provincial budget promises
On the eve of a provincial budget, built under the shadows of looming economic uncertainty, leaders from Prince Albert say they're just hoping Premier Scott Moe and the Saskatchewan Party follow through on previous commitments.The Chief of Police said he has concerns in a couple of different areas, but one of the most ...
Mar 18, 2025
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Court proceedings
Trial proceeds for man accused of multiple counts of sexual assault
Just over two years after a disturbing chain of events in Prince Albert, involving multiple accusations of assault, sexual assault and confinement, the man alleged responsible is appearing for trial.Four days have been set aside for Gary Janvier's case at Court of King's Bench. He was arrested in February of 2023 and a...
Mar 18, 2025
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Saskatchewan
budget day
'Nothing for Northern Saskatchewan': McPhail reacts to provincial budget
"All I can say there is nothing for Northern Saskatchewan." Those are the words of Cumberland NDP MLA Jordan McPhail when asked for his reaction about the 2025-2026 provincial budget released on Wednesday. The budget, which delivers a $12 million surplus that is contingent on if a 25 per cent American tariff ...
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BUDGET DAY IN SASKATCHEWAN
Provincial budget boosts health care investments, warns of potential tariffs
It'll be a balanced budget for the provincial government, but with a caveat: the numbers are only in place if a 25 per cent tariff doesn't last for the whole year. Saskatchewan's Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Jim Reiter tabled the 2025-26 budget today, declaring the province's financial strength "leaves r...
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Prairie canola producers brace for 100 per cent tariffs from China
CALGARY - Canola farmers on the Prairies are bracing for impact as China prepares to impose hefty tariffs on the industry.China is expected to enact a 100 per cent levy on Canadian canola oil and meal starting Thursday.The tariffs are a response to Canada's 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and 25 ...
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RECONCILIATION PROJECTS
MGBHLM announces new memorial, updates reconciliation efforts at Battleford Industrial School
The Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation (MGBHLM) is advancing its reconciliation initiatives at The Ridge, the former site of the Battleford Industrial School, with plans for a new memorial and continued work on ground-penetrating radar (GPR) investigations into unmarked graves. Memorial to honour surviv...
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Budget Day
Sask. Government prepares to deliver 2025-26 provincial budget
The Sask. Party Government has been dropping hints for the last couple of weeks about what will be in the provincial budget, which will be unveiled Wednesday afternoon.At the SARM convention, Premier Scott Moe strongly hinted that funding for education and health care would be increased in the spring budget.He said tho...
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Sask. Crown corporations supporting Evraz steel mill in Regina
The provincial government is doing its part to support local companies, placing a big order at the Evraz steel mill in Regina.Mike Day, president of the United Steelworkers Union Local 5890, said the announcement is good news for workers, who are facing uncertainty after the United States imposed 25 per cent tariffs on...
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Local Sports
AAA Hockey
Mintos Head Coach Doan Smith steps down after one year at the helm
It's been nearly two weeks since the Prince Albert Mintos were eliminated from the Sask. Male AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL) playoffs and the team is wasting no time in getting down to business in preparing for next season. One of the big changes was announced via social media on Monday, stating the club's Head Coach Doan...
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Raiders Win 3-1
Raiders cruise past Moose Jaw for third straight win
With the Saskatoon Blade and Brandon Wheat Kings set to play each other on Wednesday, the Prince Albert Raiders needed to win on Tuesday night against the Moose Jaw Warriors if they are going to keep pace until the end of the season for the top spot in the East Division. The Raiders got out to a lead early and never lo...
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Push For East Division
Raiders kick off final week of regular season with Moose Jaw
After picking up two wins on the road wins and looking more like the team we're used to seeing this season, the Raiders are still in a heated battle for the top spot in the East Division as the final week of the season kicks off. With the Raiders trailing the top two teams Saskatoon and Brandon by just a single point, ...
Mar 18, 2025
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Let the good times roll
Prince Albert bowlers qualify for Nationals
A group of Prince Albert bowlers will be representing Saskatchewan at Nationals in Surrey, B.C.The second of two Masters qualifying tournaments was held this past weekend in Regina. Out of the 12 available spots between men's and women's teams, Prince Albert took nine of them.On the ladies team: Cora-Lee White, Christa...
Mar 17, 2025
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Hoops
Carlton boys and girls headed to HOOPLA
The road to HOOPLA has been paved and both the Carlton boys' and girls' teams have secured their spots.The 5A boys' regional tournament was held this past weekend in North Battleford, and Carlton finished first.After dunking Lloydminster 80-41, Carlton had a much more competitive game against Yorkton but would prevail ...
Mar 17, 2025
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Figure Skating
WATCH: P.A. Skating Club athletes 'shake it off' one last time in final show of season
The Art Hauser Centre was rocking on Sunday afternoon for the Prince Albert Skating Club's Year End Ice Show. All 200+ skaters with the club participated in this year's wind-up with the theme being 'Eras on Ice', a Taylor Swift themed show where all performances were done to songs from her discography. (Logan Lehmann/p...
Mar 17, 2025
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Investment News
Kachur Wealth Management Group: Active portfolio management amid market uncertainty and tariff tensions
Acknowledging the recent uncertainty that's been created by U.S. president Donald Trump's tariffs, Cole Kachur says the traditional "buy and hold" strategy simply does not work the way it used to.Instead the seasoned investor and his team at Kachur Wealth Management Group, are recommending people 'remain acti...
Mar 12, 2025
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Sask summer tradition
Country Thunder: More than just a legendary musical experience
From the moment the gates open in Craven, SK to the last note of the final performance, the Country Thunder music festival experience goes beyond an incredible lineup of country music legends and rock stars. It's become an iconic series with festivals across North America, but Saskatchewan is where it all started. &quo...
Feb 19, 2025
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Professional security
Custom Security and Investigation: Reducing crime and growing careers
It's no secret that Prince Albert struggles with crime and safety. In 2024, there were more than 3,400 incidents of property crime including break and enter, and willful damage. There were also more than 1,600 incidents of violent crimes like assaults and uttering threats. That's why several businesses and property own...
Jan 31, 2025
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PJHL hockey
Timberjaks junior hockey club quickly becoming a source of community pride and player growth
There is a reason Prince Albert is known as 'Hockey Town North.' The nickname reflects the community's unwavering love for the game, and the widespread participation in the sport. Prince Albert has produced numerous talented players who have gone on to play professionally, further cementing its reputation as a hockey h...
Jan 23, 2025
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Agricultural Benefits Settlement
NOTICE OF RATIFICATION VOTE - Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
December 16, 2024 TO: THE MEMBERS OF PETER BALLANTYNE CREE NATION TAKE NOTICE that a Ratification Vote of the Voters of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation pursuant to the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Treaty 6 Agricultural Benefits Settlement Agreement Voting Guidelines (the "Voting Guidelines") will be held t...
Jan 15, 2025
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Athabasca Basin News
Athabasca Basin News
Dziret'ái Pilot Training Program takes flightA new and exciting opportunity has launched in northern Saskatchewan to help Indigenous students become commercial pilots. The Dziret'ái Pilot Training Program aims to provide Indigenous students with the skills needed to succeed in the aviation industry. The D...
Dec 02, 2024
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Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government terminates consumer carbon price
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney's first move after taking office on Friday was to eliminate the consumer carbon price, undoing Justin Trudeau's signature climate policy. Carney addressed members of the media after the Friday afternoon cabinet meeting, saying the government is "focused on action." "We...
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UBC bans Chinese AI DeepSeek from its devices and networks, citing privacy, security
VANCOUVER - The University of British Columbia has banned Chinese AI tool DeepSeek from being used or installed on university-owned devices and networks, citing "a high degree of privacy and security risk." The university says it reached the decision after a review of public information and third-party assess...
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Montreal begins annual effort to clear tonnes of garbage exposed by snowmelt
MONTREAL - Street cleaning is a rite of spring in Montreal, after receding snow exposes months' worth of cigarette butts, dog waste, and other garbage. The city says its fleet of street sweepers, sidewalk washers and other cleaning staff will need between four and six weeks to pick up what is expected to be at least 50...
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Poilievre says he wants to greenlight Ring of Fire mining permits within six months
SUDBURY, Ont. - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said Wednesday he'll "set a deadline" to approve all federal permits for mining in northwestern Ontario's Ring of Fire region within six months. Poilievre said that a Conservative government would also commit $1 billion over three years to building a road n...
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Quebec effort to ease internal trade means less red tape for racehorses, undertakers
MONTREAL - Quebec is taking some halting steps toward scrapping interprovincial trade barriers with measures that will reduce red tape for funeral directors, real estate brokers and racehorse owners. The government announced today it is planning to withdraw at least five of its exemptions to the Canadian Free Trade Agr...
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Ottawa condemns China for executing Canadians
OTTAWA - China's embassy in Ottawa is confirming that Beijing executed Canadian citizens earlier this year. It's not clear how many Canadians were executed, although the Canadian government says they did not include Abbotsford, B.C. native Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, who was sentenced to death for drug smuggling by a Ch...
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World
Pentagon reviews plans to cut troops handling migrants at Guantánamo by as much as half
WASHINGTON (AP) - Military officials are reviewing plans that would cut the number of U.S. troops deployed to the Guantánamo Bay naval base in Cuba to handle detained migrants by as much as half, because there are no detainees there now and the program has stumbled during legal challenges, The Associated Press h...
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Minnesota jury convicts alleged ringleader of massive pandemic food fraud scheme on all counts
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - A jury found the alleged ringleader of a massive pandemic fraud case in Minnesota guilty on all counts Wednesday for her role in a scheme that federal prosecutors say stole $250 million from a program meant to feed children in need. Aimee Bock - the founder of Feeding our Future, the group that prose...
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Arizona executes a man who murdered his girlfriend's ex-husband
FLORENCE, Arizona (AP) - An Arizona man who kidnapped and murdered his girlfriend's ex-husband was executed Wednesday, the second of four prisoners scheduled to be put to death this week in the U.S. Aaron Brian Gunches, 53, was lethally injected with pentobarbital at the Arizona State Prison Complex in the town of Flor...
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Vatican says Pope Francis is improving and no longer needs mechanical help to breathe
ROME (AP) - Pope Francis's condition continued to improve Wednesday and he no longer needs to use noninvasive mechanical ventilation to help him breathe at night, the Vatican said. The 88-year-old pontiff is also reducing his reliance on high-flow supplemental oxygen during the day, the Vatican said in a medical bullet...
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Trump administration suspends $175 million in federal funding for Penn over transgender swimmer
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Trump administration has suspended approximately $175 million in federal funding for the University of Pennsylvania over the participation of a transgender athlete in its swimming program, the White House said Wednesday. The Ivy League school has been facing an Education Department investigation f...
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DOGE official is taking a leadership role at USAID, an email obtained by AP says
WASHINGTON (AP) - A senior official at Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is taking a leadership role at the U.S. Agency for International Development, giving DOGE direct authority over an agency that it has worked to dismantle, according to an email obtained by The Associated Press. Pete Marocco, a Trump ...
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