SGEU is calling on the provincial government to cover the pay for front-line workers that need to go into self-isolation. The union says at this time, workers are using their sick leave when their employers instruct them to go on self-isolation. In most cases, that would eat up two-thirds’ of the employee’s sick leave for […]
Some students at the University of Regina are disappointed in the decision to go with online courses for the fall semester instead of transitioning back to the classroom. Tegan McIntosh is taking a double major in psychology and human justice, and says it puts students at a disadvantage, especially ones without access to their own […]
It will have a different look to it this year, but golf season officially begins Friday with tee times being booked at courses around Regina. Course Pro Gus Vogelsang said tee times are already pretty full for the first two days of the season. “Friday is booked solid for tee times (from) 7:00 AM to […]
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will help mid-size businesses and larger employers to access financing amid the COVID-19 crisis. Trudeau says the business credit availability program created to help small businesses will be expanded to also help mid-size businesses stay afloat. The new Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility will help larger employers […]
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding residents that it is still safe to go to hospitals for other medical needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. SHA spokesperson Dr. Terry Ross said just because COVID-19 is here doesn’t mean other medical conditions don’t exist. “People are still going to have asthma attacks, they’re still going to have […]
The Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association welcomes the additional infrastructure funding introduced by the provincial government Wednesday. President Shantel Lipp said this funding will make a big difference. “We think that it’s going to really assist the industry in moving ahead to build some much-needed infrastructure, that’s for sure.” Lipp said heavy construction generates roughly seven […]
The Regina Farmers’ Market is returning for their 45th year, but taking a different approach to start the season. The Farmers’ Market has opened a virtual market that customers can access online, with vendors uploading their own products each week. Executive Director Holly Laird said people will be able to order from Monday to Thursday […]
If Shawna Sovie had her way, she would be on her honeymoon with her husband right now, but COVID-19 had other plans. Like many others this spring, Sovie’s wedding day had to be cancelled because of the pandemic, and while devastated that her day didn’t come as planned, she knows it will eventually happen. Sovie […]
Phase one of the provincial government’s Re-Open Saskatchewan plan takes effect on Monday. The first phase will see restrictions lifted on medical services such as dentistry, optometry, physical therapy, optician services, podiatry, occupational therapy and chiropractic treatment. Phase one also provides specific guidelines related to provincial parks and campgrounds, boat launches, fishing, and golf courses, […]
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Regina is reminding residents that holding garage or yard sales is frowned upon. In a news release, Mayor Michael Fougere says “the most important thing right now is to continue to prioritize the effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and remind residents that this is a serious situation.” […]
