Strongest Job Growth in Saskatchewan in Four Years
Statistics Canada reported today that in October Saskatchewan’s year-over-year employment increased by 9,400 jobs. This is the largest gain in jobs for the province since October 2014.
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Provincial Court Judge Appointed in La Ronge
The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Layton as a judge to the Provincial Court in La Ronge.
Outstanding New Journeypersons Celebrated at Annual Apprenticeship Awards
The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) will host the 18th annual Apprenticeship Awards tonight at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. The awards recognize the new journeypersons who achieved the highest mark on their certification exams from July 1, 2017 until June 30, 2018. Thirty-three skilled tradespeople will receive the Outstanding New Journeyperson Award.
SaskEnergy Rate Reduction to Lowest Level in 19 Years Could Be Wiped Out By Federal Carbon Tax
Starting today, Saskatchewan homeowners and businesses will see their natural gas rates reduced. However, the savings may be only temporary if the federal carbon tax is imposed on SaskEnergy customers.
Using or Investing in Cryptocurrency
As October is Investor Education Month, the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority (FCAA) is warning consumers of the potential risks of investing and trading in cryptocurrency.
Legislation Introduced To Support Prairie Resilience
Environment Minister Dustin Duncan introduced legislation in the Saskatchewan Legislature today that will facilitate key components of, and further advance, Prairie Resilience, the province’s climate change strategy.
Home Care Individualized Funding in Saskatchewan Gets a $1.2 Million Boost
More Saskatchewan residents will now have access to Home Care Individualized Funding. The province is investing an additional $1.2 million annually to expand the Individualized Funding option. This will reduce wait lists and assist with creating capacity within the existing home care program.
Premier Scott Moe in Toronto for Meetings with Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Canada-India Business Council
Announce Start of Bilateral Negotiations on Free Trade
Spooky Family Fun at Government House's Annual "Bump In The Night!" Event
Government House is hosting its annual “Bump in the Night!” Halloween event on Tuesday, October 30 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at 4607 Dewdney Avenue in Regina.
Government of Saskatchewan Supports Research Internships for Graduate Students
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $400,000 in funding to support internships in science, technology, engineering and math through Mitacs, a not-for-profit organization that fosters growth and innovation in Canada for business and academia.