Tag Archives: Business & Economy
New majority Indigenous partnership announced, “green” economic opportunities for First Nations
A new majority Indigenous-owned enterprise is hoping to drive the Indigenous economy and create employment opportunities throughout the continent.miEnergy North America is a partnership among 10 First...
Feb 10, 2022
Cost of Coutts blockade adds up; Beef industry calls for resolution
LETHBRIDGE, AB. — With the disruption at the Coutts border crossing approaching day seven, Canada's beef industry has serious concerns with supply chain challenges, including the lack of access ...
Feb 03, 2022
Small business confidence in Saskatchewan drops in January: CFIB
Small business owners in Saskatchewan are feeling less optimistic despite potential changes to Saskatchewan's COVID-19 rules.This comes from the latest Business Barometer from the Canadian Federation ...
Jan 31, 2022
Prince Albert MP says he sympathizes with plight of anti-mandate convoy
As thousands of trucks and vehicles make their way to Ottawa for a massive rally on Saturday, the member of parliament (MP) for Prince Albert is adding his voice to the conversation.Randy Hoback told ...
Jan 26, 2022
Temporary closure of Melfort Boston Pizza could last a few months
The doors have been closed at the Melfort Boston Pizza.Avatex Melfort Stonegate received reports that the Melfort BPs was closed and after reaching out to the current operator, Ron Roberge, it was con...
Jan 21, 2022
Local business owners, economists worried following latest inflation report
Some staggering inflation numbers were released earlier this week, and some are worried about how big the impact will be.In its monthly report released Wednesday, Statistics Canada showed the Consumer...
Jan 20, 2022
End of the road for Northeast chapter of Saskatchewan Country Music Association
Some sad news for the local country music scene as a chapter of the Saskatchewan Country Music Association (SCMA) has shut down.Earlier this week, the SCMA announced on social media its Northeast chap...
Jan 19, 2022
BHP is inviting local businesses to participate in Jansen Potash Project
BHP, an international mining company, is calling all local businesses in the Humboldt area to take part in the Jansen Stage one Potash Project.On Feb 3 at 10:00 a.m. the company will be giving a proje...
Jan 18, 2022
CPCA tentative schedule features Prince Albert, Meadow Lake, Battlefords
The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association is preparing for the 2022 season, with a tentative schedule in place.Barring changes, the CPCA tour begins in Prince Albert from June 3-5. Competition ...
Jan 18, 2022
New retreat helps restore people's energy and sense of calm during the pandemic
A northeast business is providing a getaway weekend for those who need to revitalize and reconnect with themselves.As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, some people may be struggling with mental health,...
Jan 13, 2022