Tag Archives: Business & Economy
'Lesser of two evils': La Ronge council votes to bid up to $1.25 million for SLGA permit
In spite of efforts from local residents to stop La Ronge council from pursuing the purchase of the SLGA liquor license, all members in attendance voted to proceed. In specific, town council with the ...
Feb 17, 2023
'New grounds for the town': La Ronge council to pursue purchase of local SLGA liquor permit
La Ronge Mayor Joe Hordyski said the municipality's pursuit to purchase the local liquor license from the province would bring the town a profitable revenue stream if successful."I think just everybod...
Feb 15, 2023
Manitou Beach hopes to restart Drive-in
The Village of Manitou Beach is hoping to save its iconic drive-in theatre.The village has a request for proposal (RFP) out for an operator for the former Drive-in, which is owned by the village. It's...
Feb 15, 2023
Free legal advice on sexual harassment receives positive and negative feedback
An offer of free legal advice to those who experienced sexual harassment in the workplace has been met with positive reviews, but unfortunately, some negative comments have also been fired its way.The...
Feb 14, 2023
P.A.'s Ukrainian newcomers finding jobs easily with businesses eager to fill positions
Prince Albert continues to be a destination for Ukrainian newcomers fleeing the war in their home country.There are 43 families who moved to the city since last spring with four more expected to arriv...
Feb 14, 2023
City approves OSB mill subdivision
The City of Prince Albert has approved a request by the group planning to build a new OSB mill to section off 200 acres of land near the pulp mill. While not all the hurdles have been crossed yet, May...
Feb 14, 2023
Rehab contract sparks fresh battle between veterans and the Liberal government
OTTAWA - A multimillion-dollar contract between Ottawa and a private company around the provision of mental and physical health services for veterans is sparking a new fight between the Liberal govern...
Feb 12, 2023
Travel agents busy after Christmas season debacle
Travel agents have had a chance to rest since the Christmas season air travel debacle that saw flights cancelled across Canada.Terry Kaszas, general manager of travel services for CAA Saskatchewan, sa...
Feb 11, 2023
Sask. man looking to increase interest in coloured gem cutting
A Saskatoon man is hoping to teach more people how to cut coloured gems to revive the industry in the province.Ryan Ross' story started out like a lot of others, he was let go from his job at the begi...
Feb 10, 2023
Cameco & Ukraine uranium deal expected to have positive impact across Northern Saskatchewan
Cameco will soon be providing uranium to Ukraine, a move the company believes will have a massive impact on Northern Saskatchewan's economy.They announced on Wednesday they've reached an agreement wit...
Feb 09, 2023
