The Saskatchewan NDP are calling on the province to prioritize helping families and businesses who missed Crown utility payments during the pandemic, instead of rebranding. SaskPower Critic Aleana Young says it seems the government is trying to make a profit on Saskatchewan residents instead of helping them recover. “This is the last thing families and […]
The Government of Saskatchewan is committing $13 million in new funding for trade schools in the province, with the aim of growing the workforce in Saskatchewan. The money will allow Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) to deliver a wide range of education and skills training to create more jobs […]
The Saskatchewan NDP is calling on the provincial government to reverse their decision to end off-sale privileges for restaurants as they recover from the pandemic. Economy and Jobs Critic Aleana Young says the decision is very short-sided, adding they didn’t give restaurants enough time to adjust to the announcement. “This is a sector that has […]
Saskatchewan residents are invited to hit the lakes this weekend and take part in the province’s annual Free Fishing Weekend. The weekend is the only time of year when anyone who wants to fish can do so without a license. Provincial Sport Fishing Specialist Murray Koob says the weekend is usually pretty busy. “Our hope […]
The Saskatchewan NDP are calling on the provincial government to address the state of water quality in Saskatchewan, and to implement a provincial Wetland Policy. Environment Critic Erika Ritchie says during heatwaves like this the first thing people want to do is hit the lake, but unfortunately due to mismanagement, many people can’t do so […]
As camping season ramps up, the Government of Saskatchewan is reminding people to be aware of bears while enjoying the outdoors. They say many of the province’s campsites are in bear country, and bears have been known to wander through the campgrounds on occasion. As a result, it’s important to store food and handle garbage […]
The Saskatchewan NDP are calling on the government to adopt a “Last Mile” strategy to ensure all Saskatchewan residents have access to a COVID-19 vaccine. The opposition points to an Angus Reid poll showing Saskatchewan has the highest vaccine hesitancy in the country, and claims that demand is plateauing. NDP Leader Ryan Meili says more […]
As the school year draws to a close and school divisions prepare their budget submissions, the Saskatchewan NDP is calling on the government to prevent any unnecessary cuts. NDP Education Critic Carla Beck says the funding laid out by the province isn’t going to be enough heading into next year. “Boards have used all but, […]
It was a rather unusual spring session at the Saskatchewan Legislature this year with plexiglass dividers on desks and MLAs wearing masks during debates. The main focus of question period sessions this spring revolved around COVID-19, with the NDP challenging the Sask. Party government on its handling of the pandemic so far. Premier Scott Moe […]
Saskatchewan had the lowest unemployment rate in the country in April, according to new job numbers released by Stats Can. Employment increased by 1.7 percent from March 2021 and ranked first among the provinces. Saskatchewan gained 58,500 jobs compared to the same period last year. The province was tied for the lowest unemployment rate in […]
