Saskatchewan's inflation rate eases in July, led by falling gas prices
Saskatchewan's inflation rate saw a slight cooling in July, primarily driven by a significant drop in gasoline prices. According to data released Tuesday morning by Statistics Canada, the Consumer Price Index for the province rose by 1.4 per cent on a year-over-year basis, down from the 1.7 per cent rate recorded in June.
Summer cold, or seasonal allergies?
As combines roll and pollen fills the air across southeast Saskatchewan, many residents are reaching for the tissue box, battling the familiar symptoms of seasonal allergies. To shed some light on this annual affliction, Dr. Stanley Enebeli, Medical Health Officer for the region, explained what causes these allergies, how to tell them apart from a common cold, and what you can do to find relief.
Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.
"Significant consequences" for southeast farms: Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.
RCMP increasing aerial patrols along US border
The RCMP launched a new initiative Monday evening, with a plan to enhance the security along the Canada-U.S. border. The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region created a Remotely Piloted Aircraft, or RPAS, corridor.
"Significant consequences" for southeast farms: Scientists warn against coal extension
A group of concerned atmospheric scientists have issued a position statement, calling on the provincial government to reverse its decision on extending the life of coal-fired power plants beyond the federal government’s mandated date of December 31, 2029. The provincial government’s stance also counters a draft plan from SaskPower that was developed after public consultations to comply with the CER by switching to solar and wind power generation, developing natural gas-fired power generation, and importing power from other jurisdictions.
RCMP increasing aerial patrols along US border
The RCMP launched a new initiative Monday evening, with a plan to enhance the security along the Canada-U.S. border. The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region created a Remotely Piloted Aircraft, or RPAS, corridor.
Southeast sees increase in unemployment rate in July
The latest job numbers released by Statistics Canada show that the unemployment rate in southeast Saskatchewan increased in July. The labour force survey, which came out on Friday, had the unemployment rate up to 5.8 per cent in July, which was a jump from 5.2 per cent in June.
Strong job market a story of opportunity and growth
Recent data from Statistics Canada is drawing attention to some dynamics of the job markets in Saskatchewan, including here in the southeast. It is characterized by high vacancies and competitive wages that are making the province a magnet for workers from across the country, while at the same time, an abundance of people who are part of the labour force but are not actively employed.
Strong job market a story of opportunity and growth
Recent data from Statistics Canada is drawing attention to some dynamics of the job markets in Saskatchewan, including here in the southeast. It is characterized by high vacancies and competitive wages that are making the province a magnet for workers from across the country, while at the same time, an abundance of people who are part of the labour force but are not actively employed.