Equipment safety and employee training crucial on farms
Agriculture is one of the largest industries in the province, and simultaneously one of the most dangerous. As seeding and calving season gets underway, safety is once again top of mind for local farmers and their employees.
Ryan Jacobson is the Chief Executive Officer with the Saskatchewan Safety Council (SSC) and formerly operated an agricultural farm in southeast Saskatchewan. He explains that every industry experiences gaps in safety protocols.
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18 years sure goes by Kkwik!
They’re nearly two decades in, and they’re still rolling out humming engines and happy customers!
Celebrating 18 years in business, owner and operators Kim and Kris Wikdahl, the husband and wife team of Kkwik Automotive, say that the clientele is what keeps the company passionate and motivated to continue doing business.
“We have amazing customers, and it’s an honour dealing with the great people that we interact with every day.”
Alberta separation would send Canada into uncharted territory, say legal experts
As separatist discontent bubbles up anew in Alberta, experts say a vote to sever ties with Canada would pitch the country into unexplored territory on everything from money to First Nations and national parks.
“You’re in terra incognita. You’re off the map when we get to that stage of the proceedings,” said law professor Eric Adams.
“A lot of things are going to be broken on the way out the door.”
Canada looks again to Europe as world marks 80 years since end of Second World War
After the Second World War came to a close, Canada pulled itself away from Great Britain and planted itself firmly within a North American political and economic compact that generated prosperity for much of the western world for decades.
But as the world marks 80 years since the end of the war in Europe, an increasingly unstable geopolitical climate — and an administration in Washington bent on fighting a trade war with much of the world — has Canada looking back to the continent as a way to preserve peace and prosperity.
Rotary Duck Pond blossoms after years of hard work
The Rotary Duck Pond in Portage la Prairie is nearly complete, marking a significant milestone in a project that began back in 2019. Created, planned, and executed by the Rotary Club of Portage la Prairie, the community space has steadily transformed over the past six years into a scenic destination on Island Park.
Preston Meier, Chair of the Rotary Duck Pond Committee, outlines the latest additions since last fall, including three fountains, a waterfall, and new seating areas designed to give visitors a comfortable place to enjoy the relaxing view.
Food inspection could fall victim to U.S. deregulation move
Observers say the American government’s move toward deregulation could have sweeping consequences for Canadians.
A new policy paper warns Canadian agriculture to prepare for changing U.S. domestic policies that seek efficiencies through deregulation.
The paper from Agri-Food Economic Systems said this could include food inspection.
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Portage fire chief highlights importance of local emergency planning
As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Portage la Prairie is reminding residents about a key tool to help them stay safe in a crisis: the Citizens' Emergency Quick Reference Guide.
Brad Bailey, fire chief, director of public safety and municipal emergency coordinator, says the guide offers essential information in a straightforward format.
The guide is available both in print and online.
A family’s tribute: Saying thanks to moms with flowers
A family-run flower shop in Portage la Prairie is preparing for its busiest time of year as Mother’s Day approaches. Mil-Jeanne Flowers & Axcenz, owned by Kyle and Alicia Pettinger, is working hard to meet the growing demand for flowers, gifts, and arrangements.
Kyle Pettinger, who co-owns the shop with his wife Alicia, says Mother’s Day is one of the most important holidays for their business.
“Mother’s Day is certainly up there." Pettinger says. “We get multiple siblings sending to mom. It’s grandma, it’s stepmoms. There’s all sorts of different dynamics.”
Jets push late but fall short in 3–2 loss to Stars
The Winnipeg Jets came up short in Game 1 of their second-round series against the Dallas Stars, falling 3–2 at Canada Life Centre on Tuesday night.
Despite a late-game surge and pulling Connor Hellebuyck for the extra attacker, the Jets couldn’t find the tying goal and now trail the best-of-seven series 1–0.