Tag Archives: Business & Economy

Honouring tradition: Ivan White among auctioneers inducted into the Saskatchewan Auctioneers Association Hall of Honour
Ivan White had one word when describing the feelings of being inducted into the Auction Era Hall of Honour: Awesome.The longtime member of the Saskatchewan Auctioneers Association (SAA) from North Bat...
Feb 01, 2024

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce plans 'Power Hour' event
The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is getting ready to host its Power Hour event this spring, an opportunity for people to ask questions of the local elected officials."It's a chat with our elected o...
Jan 31, 2024

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce inducts new chair
The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce now has a new chair for its board of directors for 2024.They held their formal induction ceremony Tuesday at their offices in North Battleford as outgoing chair Kay...
Jan 31, 2024

Vape shops in Battlefords react to Feb. 1 date for age of majority change
In less than a week, young adults who use vapour or tobacco products will now have to wait an extra year before they can legally get their cravings under control.The announcement of the change in age ...
Jan 29, 2024
Sask. hospitality industry facing inhospitable circumstances
Businesses within Saskatchewan's hospitality industry have been struggling to keep plates in the air since the pandemic, but they might be facing their hardest season yet.Jim Bence, CEO of Hospitality...
Jan 27, 2024

Province to officially raise age limit on tobacco purchases on Feb. 1
The province has set a date for when changes to the age requirements for tobacco and vape purchases will come into effect.As of Feb. 1, the province will raise the minimum age for these purchases from...
Jan 25, 2024

Battlefords Trail Breakers Snowmobile Club to host 2024 provincial festival
Get ready for some snow fun for the family! The Battlefords Trail Breakers Snowmobile Club are gearing up to host the Provincial Snowmobile Festival on February 23 and 24.This is the first time the Ba...
Jan 19, 2024

Battlefords business showcase to celebrate young entrepreneurs
A Battlefords' shop is looking for youngsters looking to grow their business acumenWolf Garden and Open Market will be hosting a Young Entrepreneur Showcase in early February and are looking for young...
Jan 18, 2024

Deadline to get partial CEBA forgiveness arrives as business groups warn of closures
The deadline for Canadian businesses to repay pandemic loans and receive partial forgiveness has arrived, as business groups say it could mean closure for many firms. Hundreds of thousands of business...
Jan 18, 2024

Humboldt Chamber welcomes new executive director
The Humboldt and District Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director.Sarah McInnis has started her new job at the chamber, following the retirement of long-time executive director Brent Fitzpatr...
Jan 17, 2024