Ottawa announces oilpatch emissions cap amid prairie opposition
On Monday, the Trudeau government introduced draft regulations for an emissions cap on Canada’s oil and gas sector, aiming to cut emissions by 35% from 2019 levels by the decade's end. This policy, expected to stir a new chapter in the ongoing debate between Ottawa and the Prairie provinces, seeks to cap greenhouse gas emissions while allowing the industry to continue production growth.
Radiothon fundraiser for Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital starts today
The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Radiothon starts today, Tuesday Nov. 5, and continues through Wednesday, Nov. 6, raising money for cardiac and respiratory care at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon.
This 22nd edition of the radiothon, presented by CIBC Wood Gundy, features donation matching by major sponsors Gord and Barb Broda. The Brodas will match donations up to $150,000.
Indian prime minister condemns violence at Hindu temple in Ontario
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is condemning violence that erupted Sunday when Indian consular officials visited a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ont., as police announced three people have been charged in the clash.
Visits by Indian officials to the temple in Brampton and another in Surrey, B.C., were met with protests from demonstrators seeking a separate Sikh nation called Khalistan.
Arthur "Jack" John Body
Arthur "Jack" Body Obituary
1935 ~ 2024 (age 88)
Jack Body
November 20, 1935 – October 28, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Jack Body on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on November 20, 1935, in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, Jack was the fourth child of Art and Beryl Body. Jack initially attended Englewood school until grade 9, after which, he completed high school in Luseland. Jack led a life filled with action, adventure, and an ever-present smile.
Winter storm to bring hazardous conditions to Southwest and West-Central Saskatchewan
Parts of southwestern and west-central Saskatchewan are bracing for an early taste of winter as a powerful storm system moves into the region on Tuesday, bringing a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain that is expected to create hazardous travel conditions along major routes.
Community members gathered at Kindersley Candidate Forum to question mayoral and council candidates
The Town of Kindersley held a lively Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 30, hosted by the Kindersley Chamber of Commerce. This much-anticipated event at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre offered residents a chance to hear directly from municipal election candidates and voice their concerns before the upcoming vote.
'The best that we can be': Indigenous judge and TRC chair Murray Sinclair dies at 73
Murray Sinclair, who was born when Indigenous people did not yet have the right to vote, grew up to become one of the most decorated and influential people to work in Indigenous justice and advocacy.
A former judge and senator, one of Sinclair's biggest roles was chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into residential schools.
He died Monday morning in a Winnipeg hospital, said his son Niigaan Sinclair. He was 73.
Sinclair was a father of five and a grandfather.
Battlefords RCMP request the public’s help to locate missing teens
November 3, 2024 - 5:55 p.m
Battlefords RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating two missing 15-year-old girls, Artisa Henderson and Khloe Kaye, last seen on November 3 in North Battleford’s Carlton Trail area.
Artisa Henderson is described as:
- 5’6” tall, approximately 230 pounds
- Brown eyes, long brown hair with pink highlights
- Last seen wearing a brown jacket, black pants, and black shoes
*A photograph of Artisa is available with this release.*
Poilievre asks premiers to axe their sales taxes on new homes worth under $1 million
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has written to the provinces' premiers, asking them to eliminate their sales taxes on new homes that are under $1 million.
It follows Poilievre's own pledge last week that if he becomes prime minister, he will axe the federal sales tax on new homes sold for under $1 million.
The Conservatives estimated that measure would reduce the cost of an $800,000 home by $40,000 and spur construction of another 30,000 homes per year.
B.C. port lockout to begin as no deal reached in labour dispute with foremen union
The provincewide lockout against a union of more than 700 foremen at all British Columbia ports is expected to begin at 8 a.m.
The BC Maritime Employers Association has said the lockout is meant to "facilitate a safe and orderly wind-down of operations" in light of "escalating and unpredictable strike action."
Last week, it said the move was being done "defensively" after International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 had issued a 72-hour strike notice for job action, which also starts at 8 a.m.