Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Phase two of Sask. Re-Open plan rolls out, P.A. business back on track
It's a different sort of normal but many of Prince Albert's businesses were embracing the start to a new reality Tuesday with the second phase of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan. As of today most outlet...
May 19, 2020
Fort à la Corne wildfire doubles in size
The wildfire burning in the Fort la Corne Forest east of Prince Albert doubled in size overnight. It was estimated at 5,303 hectares.The fire started May 8 but jumped a guard Thursday fanned by high w...
May 15, 2020
Paid parking in P.A. returns Tuesday
Effective Tuesday, Prince Albert staff will begin issuing parking tickets for metered downtown stalls once again.The city introduced free parking in mid-March as an early COVID-19 relief measure. But ...
May 15, 2020
Changes announced as slow tourist season expected
The Prince Albert's Visitor Centre will not open its doors this year.The decision was announced in a media release sent out Thursday afternoon. Ashley Charles, CEO of the Prince Albert Regional Econom...
May 15, 2020
Pandemic cancellations proving costly for venues
The COVID-19 virus has put an end to large sized events.It's led to a lack of funds for those who own and operate facilities like social halls. This includes a number of service clubs and non-profit o...
May 14, 2020
Bank of Canada warns in report of business, household debt from COVID-19
OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada says there are signs in the country's financial markets that suggest concern about the ability of companies to weather the COVID-19 economic crisis. The central bank has sp...
May 14, 2020
Legal questions on northern lockdown as some relaxations are pondered
A leading Saskatchewan lawyer is questioning the legality of the government's lockdown of the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District (NSAD) to help combat the spread of COVID-19. As the weather...
May 13, 2020
Buying hand sanitizer in bulk in Prince Albert
Hand sanitizer is a much-needed item for the public amid the COVID-19 pandemic.While it remains a hot commodity, its local availability has improved after it was nowhere to be found a month ago. Canad...
May 13, 2020
Airbnb properties a growing problem for Candle Lake, says report
Citing numerous concerns related to Airbnb properties operating in the community and surrounding area, the Resort Village of Candle Lake council is re-visiting discussions around what regulations, if ...
May 13, 2020
Riverside Pawn to expand to new location
Prince Albert City Council has approved a development permit that will allow a long-standing downtown pawnshop to relocate to a much larger nearby building. The new 17,500 square foot location at 25 R...
May 12, 2020
