Humboldt

A recently released international report says Canada's temporary foreign worker program is a "breeding ground" for contemporary slavery.

The final report by a United Nations special rapporteur who visited Canada last year says a power imbalance prevents workers from exercising their rights.

A worker's status is dependent on a closed work permit that is specific to their employer. If an individual is fired, they may be deported from Canada. 

Workers are subject to a wide range of abuses and aren't always aware of their rights, the report says. 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says people seeking asylum at the border with Canada will have less time to consult a lawyer before making their case, as President Joe Biden's asylum halt makes its way to Canada’s doorstep. 

Biden announced sweeping changes mostly targeted at the U.S. border with Mexico in June, as the issue remains a thorn in the Democrats' side ahead of the November election. The new procedural changes, which the department confirmed Tuesday, will affect migrants crossing into the U.S. from Canada.

SARM's President Ray Orb will be stepping down after 20 years on the board and nine years as president, leaving the organization in another's hands.

Orb will be succeeded by Vice President Bill Huber who will be acting president until a replacement is elected during the next annual SARM convention in March.

Orb announced earlier this year he wouldn't be running and is now leaving the post as he wants to enjoy the summer.

Ermina Louisa Theisen (nee Lukan)
April 24, 1929 – August 12, 2024

BHP invites residents of LeRoy and area to an information session to learn more about 3D seismic survey efforts in potash exploration north of the Jansen Mine site in the RM of LeRoy. Work will begin this fall and wrap up by 2025. 

The meeting is slated for Thursday, August 15 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the LeRoy School Gym. The information presentation will be held at 5:30. 

The impending harvest is a sure sign that Vintage Days are back at the Humboldt Vintage Club Grounds just south of Humboldt on Highway 20. The two-day event on August 17-18 is chock full of activities and displays to delight the family. 

Vintage Club President Wes Crone sets up Saturday’s events.  

The beef industry will be hosting a major get-together next week with the Canadian Beef Industry Conference getting underway in Saskatoon.

It'll be the first time for the city to host the conference, which includes meetings and presentations by numerous important figures in Canada's beef industry.

Scott Wright, a co-host of the Canadian Beef Industry Conference for 2024, says it's a great opportunity for the city and the province.

FireFit Championships are Olympic styled matchups that pit firefighting teams against each other in spirited and friendly competition. The individual events in FireFit Competitions are based on firefighting tasks commonly encountered in emergencies.  

Hot on the heels of a spectacular showing in a fourth-place finish at the Paris Olympics, Canada’s women's 3X3 basketball team are back and in the province this weekend for a special first-time event in Saskatoon. Page Crozon and teammates Katherine and Michelle Plouffe and Kacie Bosch take to the court in Saskatoon's first ever XYE Urban Games. 

The Discover Humboldt Online Auction is the talk of the town, and for good reason! As the virtual gavel went live, we are buzzing with excitement, eager to place bids on a plethora of items that showcase the best of local businesses.

From the comfort of your home, you can now be part of this thrilling event. With bidding underway the auction promises an array of items that are sure to pique your interest. Whether you’re in the market for the latest gadgets, a cozy staycation, or the essentials for your farming needs, there’s something for everyone.