Business & Economy

P.A. leading the way in Sask. for net zero goals

All members of Prince Albert city council were unanimous in their support of moving the city to net zero carbon emissions by 2030, the most ambitious plan of the province's three largest cities. The m...

Jun 15, 2023

Jim Pattison's former home up for sale for $1, but there's a catch

On the waterfront in a neighbourhood in West Vancouver stands a charming yellow house and it could be yours for as little as $1.However, there is a catch: you have to relocate the house from its curre...

Jun 12, 2023

Increasing international delegations as Saskatchewan sets sights on global markets

Saskatchewan politicians have rapidly increased international travel since COVID-19 pandemic restrictions were loosened as Premier Scott Moe remains laser-focused on global markets.A Canadian Press an...

Jun 11, 2023

Melfort's housing market continues to flourish despite inflation

As inflation skyrockets, potential home buyers in Melfort who've been waiting for the perfect time to buy could be in for a treat.Despite grocery and gas bills taking a bigger chunk out of people's wa...

Jun 08, 2023

Community barbecue offers local job seekers some food for thought

Prince Albert's Community Service Centre (CSC) took full advantage of the warm weather on Wednesday.A free barbecue was held as a means to show support for the community and also to let residents know...

Jun 07, 2023

Sask. First Nations designer a finalist in ‘Tales of Triumph’ contest

A Saskatchewan business owner said she's grateful to be among the finalists in a contest that supports small businesses across the country.Kaila LeFort is a member of Muskoday First Nation who current...

Jun 07, 2023

Bank of Canada raises key interest rate amid stubbornly high inflation

The Bank of Canada announced a quarter-percentage point rate hike Wednesday, the first interest rate increase since January, as high inflation persists.Its key interest rate now sits at 4.75 per cent,...

Jun 07, 2023

Flair tops Canadian airlines with average number of complaints per 100 flights: CTA

The Canadian Transportation Agency says Flair Airlines Ltd. has the highest number of complaints per 100 flights of all the major airlines in Canada, as airlines have had a rocky recovery year with de...

Jun 05, 2023

Future of mining in Sask. discussed at Chamber luncheon

Standing in front of business owners in Prince Albert on Thursday, the President of the Saskatchewan Mining Association shared the success and future of the industry.Pam Schwann discussed the past yea...

Jun 01, 2023

Nipawin cancels EV stations after public pushback

The Town of Nipawin has cancelled a plan to put three EV charging stations around town following resistance from community members. Council voted to cancel the stations several weeks ago, which would ...

Jun 01, 2023