Business & Economy

Some bands and establishments ‘uneasy’ ahead of live performances resuming

Effective July 16, live performances will be permitted in restaurants and licensed establishments, as well as at public and farmers' markets.The announcement from the Government of Saskatchewan on Jul...

Jul 10, 2020

Battlefords residents flock to Gold Eagle Casino after reopening

It didn't take long for residents of the Battlefords, and beyond, to enter the Gold Eagle Casino when doors opened Thursday evening.The opening occurred earlier than planned, as a lineup began to pile...

Jul 10, 2020

Melody Motors celebrating 59 years in Melfort

Melody Motors in Melfort is celebrating 59 years of service in the community.Owner and General Manager Ken Madraga said every year feels like an accomplishment."I'm very happy, very excited every time...

Jul 10, 2020

RJ's Urban Garden Cafe adapting to pandemic challenges

Adapting to the current times hasn't been easy but RJ's Urban Garden Cafe in Melfort is doing just that.The downtown restaurant has added a patio to its dining experience, which will provide more soci...

Jul 10, 2020

North Battleford residents struggle with flooded basements following rainstorms

Some North Battleford residents are dealing with flooded basements this week, following heavy rainstorms overnight Tuesday and throughout the day Wednesday.Anthony Russell, who lives in the Centennial...

Jul 09, 2020

Hotels hope for more pandemic recovery following spring losses

As many businesses across Saskatchewan continue to see small positives since reopening, the tourism industry remains the hardest hit. However, there's some hope that more progress in combating the spr...

Jul 09, 2020

Financial planners will be under provincial regulation

Going forward professionals looking to call themselves Financial Planners in Saskatchewan will have to have certain certifications.Last week the Financial Planners and Financial Advisors Act was signe...

Jul 09, 2020

SaskTel takes hit from pandemic in 2019-20 annual report

SaskTel is still calling the last year a strong one, despite bites taken out of its bottom line by the COVID-19 pandemic.The company made about $130.3 million in net income, but the pandemic took abou...

Jul 08, 2020

Recycling facilities still busy weeks after reopening

Business has not slowed down at either of SARCAN's two Prince Albert facilities.Bill Powalinsky, CEO with P.A. and District Community Service Centre, which operates both facilities through Pine Indust...

Jul 08, 2020

SaskEnergy sees lower income, looks to uncertain future

SaskEnergy tabled its annual report Tuesday describing the year that was, but looking to the future, things are a lot less clear.The minister responsible for the Crown corporation, Bronwyn Eyre, calle...

Jul 07, 2020