Gene Makowsky

MOU signed for rent-to-own program in Regina’s North Central

MOU signed for rent-to-own program in Regina’s North Central

Sep 17, 2024 | 8:02am
REGINA – A memorandum of understanding was signed Monday marking a first step towards more affordable home ownership options in Regina’s North Central neighbourhood. The MOU is between the Government of Saskatchewan, the City of Regina, and Silver Sage Housing Corporation to guide collaboration towards an affordable rent-to-own program in that area of the city. […]
MOU signed for rent-to-own program in Regina’s North Central

MOU signed for rent-to-own program in Regina’s North Central

Sep 17, 2024 | 5:00am
A memorandum of understanding was signed Monday marking a first step towards more affordable home ownership options in Regina’s North Central neighbourhood. The MOU is between the Government of Saskatchewan, the City of Regina, and Silver Sage Housing Corporation to guide collaboration towards an affordable rent-to-own program in that area of the city. Signing the […]
Province invests $2 million in food banks

Province invests $2 million in food banks

Jul 25, 2024 | 10:43am
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $2 million in Food Banks of Saskatchewan to help families cope with high food costs.  “With food prices rising, this funding is essential,” said Social Services Minister Gene Makowsky.  Food Banks of Saskatchewan will receive $1 million in August and another $1 million in 2025-26. Executive Director Michael Kincade […]

Displaced Ukrainians to receive pair of benefits

Oct 5, 2022 | 10:04am

Recently displaced Ukrainians will be the recipients of a pair of benefits from the provincial government. The government announced that families are now eligible through the Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel for income support benefits to help with the cost of raising children under age 18. This is an expansion of the Canada Child […]

Government Increases “SIP”

Jul 28, 2022 | 9:20am

Its a little help  for seniors, who are struggling with rising inflation. The Saskatchewan Government is increasing the maximum benefit under the Seniors Income Plan, also known as “SIP” The maximum will increase by 30 dollars to 330 per month. “Our government is following through on our commitment to make life more affordable for Saskatchewan […]

First of its kind International Training Program launched

Mar 14, 2022 | 12:15am

The Ministry of Advanced Education and the Canadian Bureau for International Education are partnering to deliver an International Education Practitioner Program in Saskatchewan. The first of its kind program was launched today to deliver international education training to the post-secondary education sector, part of the new International Education Strategy. The training program will include three […]

Saskatchewan announces new international education strategy hoping to attract more students

Nov 1, 2021 | 10:17am

The Government of Saskatchewan is aiming to better support the growth of international students while at the same time continuing to build relationships with key international markets. A new International Education Strategy includes multiple initiatives related to global engagement, capacity building and leadership. The hope is to attract more key international and new markets. “The […]

Makowsky wants equal spending for tourism industries following federal boost to Quebec, Atlantic Canada

Jun 25, 2020 | 5:53pm

Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport Gene Makowsky is disappointed that Saskatchewan is not receiving the same financial support for tourism during COVID-19 like Eastern Canada provinces. This comes after the federal government announced over $46 million to support Quebec’s and Atlantic Canada’s tourism industries, however he believes the same should be done for the rest of […]

Province reminding residents of restrictions as overnight camping opens on Monday

May 29, 2020 | 9:10am

As of Monday, Saskatchewan residents will be allowed to camp overnight once again. Part of phase two of Saskatchewan’s re-opening plan involved allowing overnight stays in the province’s parks. In a news release the province says “visitors are reminded that until further notice, beaches, swimming pools and playgrounds remain closed, in addition to laundry and […]

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