2016 Saskatchewan Agriculture Scholarship Announced
Today, Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced the 2016 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship.
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HeadStart On a Home Project Opens in Prince Albert
The community of Prince Albert is celebrating the grand opening of WillowView Condominiums, a 63-unit apartment-style complex for entry-level homebuyers.
New Teacher Regulatory Board Celebrates Grand Opening
Education Minister Don Morgan joined education partners and members of the teaching profession to celebrate the grand opening of the newly formed Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB). This self-regulated body now has the responsibility for teacher certification and discipline in Saskatchewan.
Record Construction Season in the Books
As colder weather approaches, the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure is winding down a productive construction season. This year’s record $842 million budget translated into a number of significant improvements across the province.
Government Approves SaskEnergy Rate Changes; Customers to See Lower Bills January 1
The Government of Saskatchewan today approved the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel’s recommendations for SaskEnergy's adjustments to both its Commodity and Delivery Service rates. However, the changes will now be implemented January 1, 2016, when residential customers will experience an overall decrease of $4.42 per month or $53 annually.
Industry Supports Government on Procurement Transformation
The Saskatchewan Government today announced further progress delivering on the Priority Saskatchewan action plan with five more supporting policies being implemented across ministries and the Crown sector.
Wholesale Trade Sets Record in August
Saskatchewan’s wholesale trade made gains in August, up 12.9 per cent (seasonally adjusted) on a year-over-year basis, the highest percentage rise among the provinces, and well above the 3.8 per cent recorded nationally. Wholesale trade in the province totalled $2.3 billion in August, the highest ever for the month.
$1.275 Million Investment in Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park
The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce a new $1.275 million agreement for the development of a long-term, full-service, seasonal campground at Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park.
Legislation for Farmland Ownership to be Introduced
Today, Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart introduced amendments to The Saskatchewan Farm Security Act. The legislative amendments will clarify who can own farmland and will provide the Farm Land Security Board (FLSB) with more authority to enforce the Act.
Wildfire Review Underway
Today, Government Relations Minister Jim Reiter announced the launch of an online tool to seek public feedback on the provincial response to the 2015 wildfire season in northern Saskatchewan.