Canadian Taxpayer Federation Director mixed on recent cuts
An advocate for taxpayers is pleased to see governments turning towards tax relief, but still has a few reservations about some of the latest plans.
Factors to consider when selecting canola varieties for 2025
A spokesperson for the Canola Council of Canada says there are several factors that producers must consider when selecting the right variety of canola for 2025.
Curtis Rempel is Vice President of Crop Production and Innovation. He says one of the key factors is knowing what diseases you had in your field in past growing seasons. Rempel says this is important, even though next year could be entirely different, depending on weather.
Trudeau says Poilievre "not able" to unite to defend Canada against Trump threats
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is accusing Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre of being unhelpful in his criticisms when it comes to dealing with the incoming Donald Trump administration.
Postal union says it sent new proposals to mediator as strike nears three weeks
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says it's sent another round of counter-proposals to the federal mediator appointed to help it reach a deal with Canada Post as a countrywide strike nears the three-week mark.
Plan to add resources to border will come before Trump inauguration: LeBlanc
Canada will beef up its border security in time for the inauguration of president-elect Donald Trump, Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Tuesday as he appeared at a House of Commons committee.
Provincial Auditor’s report touches on improving social housing, financial practices
Since the first Provincial Auditor’s report of 2024, the office of the Auditor has completed annual integrated audits of 175 agencies including 17 ministries, 33 Crown corporations and agencies, seven pension and employee benefit plans and 36 healthcare affiliates. Tara Clemett says of that 175 the are only ten agencies where she has concerns, which means the majority had effective financial-related controls, complied with financial and governance-related legislative authorities and prepared financial statements.
Phillips, Roy
Roy E. Phillips
1938 - 2024
Roy passed away surrounded by the love of his family, on December 2, 2024, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Estevan, Sask.
A family interment will take place at the Stoughton Cemetery on December 6, 2024. A celebration of Roy's life will be held in the spring - details will be announced at that time.
Hall Funeral Services in Estevan is caring for the Phillips family - Dustin Hall, Funeral Director.
St. Joseph’s Auxiliary boosts local health care with $50K donation
The St. Joseph’s Health Care Auxiliary Tea and Bake Sale was held Wednesday, with proceeds supporting local health care initiatives.
During the event, Auxiliary President Valarie Hagel and Treasurer Darla Wilhelm presented a $50,000 cheque to St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Saskatchewan Government moves to extend carbon tax relief on home heating
The provincial government has introduced legislation to extend the carbon tax exemption on home heating, fulfilling a campaign promise made during the recent Saskatchewan election.
Jeremy Harrison, the minister responsible for SaskEnergy, tabled The SaskEnergy (Carbon Tax Fairness for Families) Amendment Act, 2024 on Monday.
Bruins ready to change fortunes by continuing winning streak
The Eagle Sky Estevan Bruins are looking to extend a current four-game winning streak as they're on the road tonight to take on the Melfort Mustangs.
Over the past two weeks, the Bruins have managed to eke out four wins against a handful of teams, all of which have been very close matches that the Bruins won by just a single goal.