Business & Economy

Winners of BBEX Awards

Local businesses and individuals were honoured at the 27th Annual Battlefords Business Excellence Awards (BBEX) Thursday evening.The theme of this year's awards was BBEX Goes To The Movies, an evening...

Nov 12, 2020

New councillors and bylaw officer introduced at RM of Prince Albert meeting

For the first time in nearly eight months, every chair at the Rural Municipality (RM) of Prince Albert council meeting was occupied for the meeting's entirety.Newly elected councillors Guy St Hilaire ...

Nov 12, 2020

Chamber, Capitol Theatre set for BBEX Awards

Several local businesses will be recognized for their work in the community this evening at the Battlefords Business Excellence Awards (BBEX).The 27th annual iteration of the event will be presented a...

Nov 12, 2020

Decline in P.A. jobless numbers

The job numbers have improved slightly in Prince Albert and region although they continue to lag well behind the provincial rate.According to the latest monthly figures from Statistics Canada, the cit...

Nov 06, 2020

Developers highlight vision for P.A.'s future entertainment district

The developers who sold the City of Prince Albert land for its new recreation and aquatic complex, are highlighting their large-scale vision for the entertainment district they plan to build around th...

Nov 06, 2020

New downtown business features artisanal products from across Saskatchewan

Central Avenue's newest store aims to connect shoppers with local handmade products, while supporting Saskatchewan artisans and producers, many of whom lost income due the pandemic.Opening a store lik...

Nov 05, 2020

P.A. businesses support mandatory mask requirement

Effective Friday, anyone entering a retail business, pharmacy or restaurant in Prince Albert, Saskatoon or Regina, will be required to wear a mask.The retailerThe decision to make masks mandatory in a...

Nov 03, 2020

Collective Soul Society in Tisdale opening full-time

Formerly known as the Sweet Cup Cafe, Collective Soul Society in Tisdale will have full-time hours starting Monday.The coffee shop underwent a re-brand over the past couple of months and had been open...

Nov 03, 2020

Change of location for Oasis Village at Manitou Beach

Planning continues for a multi million-dollar facility at Manitou Beach including a new location at the popular Saskatchewan resort village.The retirement living and health centre project was original...

Nov 03, 2020

Voting period on for BOB Awards

Residents of the Battlefords will have another opportunity to spotlight the best of the best in the community this November, with the 2021 BOB Awards.The annual celebration of individuals and business...

Nov 02, 2020