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Canalta has continued its growth with a new hotel in High River.

The Canalta High River has over 80 rooms and suites, featuring Canalta’s signature amenities including a heated indoor pool, hot tub and waterslide, free high-speed Wi-Fi and a complimentary deluxe breakfast.

“When you go to a hotel, what defines your stay is the way you’re treated,” says Wendy Burgin, general manager of the Canalta Hotel in High River. “At Canalta, our team treats every guest like they’re the most important person. They’re the reason we do what we do.”

When you're hearing about a business for the first time, your first question is probably, “What do they do?” or “What are they about?” For some, it can be a difficult question to answer. But for B&A Petroleum, it's easy: they're here to support their communities. 

B&A is a bulk fuel company based in Swift Current, with 4 full-service bulk plants in Swift Current, Gravelbourg, Assiniboia, and Maple Creek, as well as 12 cardlock locations across Southwest Saskatchewan.  

You’ve probably noticed the little yellow house on the corner of 2nd Northeast and Chaplin; if you’re new in town, or have just wondered what’s in there, this is your sign to check it out! 7th Heaven Hair Design has been there since 1996, offering full-service hairstyling, facial waxing, gel nails, and pedicures. Her clothing selection, though, is one of Swift Current’s secret treasures.

7th Heaven owner, Karen Kramer, started the salon business back in 1986, originally located in the Plaza downtown. In 1996, she made the move to her current location.

At Autumn House Independent Living Facility in Gull Lake, SK, it’s all about the personal touch. From home-cooked meals and group activities to comfy features such as artwork and gardens, residents are invited to feel that Autumn House is truly theirs. 

“My whole idea was that it would be a place where people would come together- if you were going to meet with a friend, you were going to meet with a friend at Pen & Page.” 

April 1st, 2025 marks the one year anniversary of Pen & Page Bookshop. Coincidentally, a bookish holiday is also happening this month! 

They do things a bit differently at Vanguard Co-op – that is, the way they used to be done, and the way many people still appreciate. 

“We know most of our customers by name,” says Duane Johnston, a fuel truck driver at the Co-op in Vanguard, SK. “A lot of people come and thank us for the service we provide. It makes you want to work even harder.” 

It was while working as a floor installer that Anthony Thompson decided to start his own business. He’d become familiar with the main distributors and felt he could provide better service to customers as a store owner.

“The problem was that there didn’t seem to be any warranty standing behind these big distributors, so I decided to go and create my own line, my own brand.

“I’d like to see people get their dreams fulfilled, move on to the next step in their life in their perfect home.”  

Betty Abbott, owner and broker at Abbott Realty, was born and raised in Maple Creek. Together with associate broker Kelsey Huery, this mother-daughter duo helps individuals and families make Maple Creek their home, too.  

Huery knew from a young age that she wanted to work in real estate, and recalls watching her mother study for her real estate licensing many years ago.  

Located within view of the stunning Rocky Mountains, just a 45-minute drive to Calgary’s downtown and minutes north from Cochrane, growth continues for MonTerra – a thriving neighbourhood nestled between Cochrane Lake and East Lake that’s actively drawing people from across Canada.

Byron Manastyrski is Concierge for MonTerra on Cochrane Lake Phase II, which is already 61% developed. He says people are drawn to build and live in this up-and-coming community because of its oversized lots, nature pathways and panoramic mountain views.

It was a love for design and commitment to her community that inspired Kim Puddicombe to launch her new business. As of this month, KIMBO Print will be serving Portage la Prairie and the surrounding area with custom printed apparel and promotional items.

Puddicombe says it was the right time to turn her creativity into a business.

“I was in the potato industry for 20 years, and I decided to take a different path,” she reflects. “I thought to myself, ‘What a perfect time to test the waters in this business’.”