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Thousands of plants, animals at risk of extinction in Canada: wild species report
OTTAWA - A new report assessing the status of wild species in Canada says more than 2,200 plants, animals, fish and other wildlife are at risk of dying out. The latest Canadian Endangered Species Cons...
Nov 29, 2022
Bratvold announces retirement from Sask. Rivers School Division
The Director of Education for the Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division has announced his retirement.Robert Bratvold, who has been the director since 2011, said July 31, 2023, will be his final d...
Nov 29, 2022
With Morocco game left, Alphonso Davies says Canadian men not done yet at World Cup
UMM ALL 'AL, Qatar - Alphonso Davies says Canada came to the World Cup to make history - and it isn't done yet. The 41st-ranked Canadians turned heads in a narrow 1-0 loss to No. 2 Belgium and made hi...
Nov 29, 2022
Senate to probe Liberal silence on Afghanistan aid as terror rules bar humanitarians
OTTAWA - Senators are ramping up their push to get Ottawa to explain why Canada is still barring humanitarian workers from responding to devastating crises in Afghanistan. Conservative Sen. Salma Atau...
Nov 29, 2022
Trudeau expresses support for Chinese protesters as show of dissent roils Beijing
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says everyone in China should be allowed to express themselves amid protests over severe COVID-19 restrictions. Crowds in China angered by the controls have call...
Nov 29, 2022
Alberta to begin new legislative session with proposed sovereignty bill
EDMONTON - The Alberta legislature resumes sitting today and the first bill is expected to be one aimed at resisting federal laws that the provincial government deems harmful to its interests. The "Al...
Nov 29, 2022
Curling Canada looking for new title sponsor of the Brier, starting in 2024
OTTAWA - Curling Canada is looking for a new title sponsor of the Canadian men's curling championship. The 2023 Tim Hortons Brier, set for March 3-12 at Budweiser Gardens in London, Ont., will be the ...
Nov 29, 2022
When the Snow Falls: Top Saskatchewan Winter Destinations
While Saskatchewan is blanketed in white, strap on some cross-country skis or skates, hit the trails on your snowmobile or stay cosy by the fire with some hot chocolate. Embrace the snowy season at so...
Nov 29, 2022
Mid-year report forecasts $1.1-billion surplus for Saskatchewan in 2022-23
Saskatchewan's economy continues to be on the upswing.In the mid-year financial report issued Tuesday, the provincial government forecast a surplus of $1.1 billion for 2022-23. That's up $50 million f...
Nov 29, 2022
Tea Time at Prince Albert Historial Museum
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Prince Albert Historical Museum on Sunday, December 18 at 2:00 or 3:15.Please reserve your seat by December 7.
Nov 29, 2022
