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The grain sector is coming together in Saskatoon to discuss the Canada Grain Act.

The summit is being hosted by the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission.

APAS President Ian Boxall says the Canada Grain Act Summit is an opportunity to discuss key issues, innovations, regulations, and competitiveness within the grain sector.

He says they've invited 40 organizations to attend with producer groups, researchers, stakeholders and government officials both Federal and Provincial.

During the Juno Awards ceremony in Halifax this past weekend a few of the nominees in the Christian category came together to sing of God's goodness. 

Exodus 3:1–3

One day Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian. Heled the flock far into the wilderness and came to Sinai, the mountain of God. There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a blazing fire from the middle of a bush. Moses stared in amazement. Though the bush was engulfed in flames, it didn’t burn up. "This is amazing, "Moses said to himself. "Why isn’t that bush burning up? I must go see it.” (Exodus 3:1–3)

Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is raising the interest free limit on the 2024 Advance Payments Program.

The Advance Payments Program gives producers access to cash advances of up to $1 million, with the first $250 thousand dollars now being interest free.

He says in the face of so many challenges, our hardworking producers continue to show their resilience and produce top-quality products for Canadians, and the world.

Philippians 1:29

"For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him."

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During the City of Grande Prairie council meeting held on March 11, council approved the 2024 Advocacy Priority List.

The key advocacy priorities for 2024 are:

·         Electricity Distribution Costs;

·         Health Care Supports;

·         Medical First Response Funding;

·         Northwestern Polytechnic Support; and

·         Provincial and Federal Funding for Housing Needs

Other advocacy priorities include:

·         Improved Rail Service;

·         Provincial Changes to Automated Traffic Enforcement; and

Local churches in the community are hosting Easter services for the faithful to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

GOOD FRIDAY/EASTER SERVICES IN THE PEACE COUNTRY:

GRANDE PRAIRIE ALLIANCE CHURCH:

Jesus was front and centre at the NCAA wrestling championships this past weekend. 

Two college wrestlers, Aaron Brooks and David Carr, wore headbands that said '100% Jesus.'

Carr from Iowa State went on to win his second NCAA championship, a national title at 165 lbs.

"100 % Jesus!! 2x NCAA CHAMP All glory to God" said Carr in a post on Instagram. 

When asked what his thoughts and emotions were when it came to being a finalist this year, he again gave all the glory to God.

Amy Grant is releasing music from the archives onto digital platforms.

Released in 1993, Grant's Songs From The Loft is now available on streaming services while previously having been out of print for years. 

"Something old, something NEW! It’s here…FIRST TIME available to stream or download & NEWLY remastered!" says Grant on Instagram. "Check it out wherever you listen to music…roll down the windows and sing along loudly!"

Exodus 3:1; Acts 7:29–30

One day Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian. He led the flock far into the wilderness and came to Sinai, the mountain of God. (Exodus 3:1)