by MBC News | Jun 3, 2020
The Prince Albert Grand Council is applauding an additional $650 million from the Trudeau government given to First Nations to help them deal with a potential second wave of COVID-19. About $285 million of the funding is earmarked for rapid health responses including...
by MBC News | Jun 3, 2020
The Northern Air Transport Association (NATA) says smaller floatplane operators are finding it a challenge to meet safety requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic. In April, Transport Canada released new regulations in an attempt to mitigate the spread of the virus...
by MBC News | Jun 3, 2020
An investigation is underway after a serious incident in the La Ronge area. Witnesses say the RCMP and medical personnel were called to a home last night. It is believed an altercation had taken place. At least one person was taken to hospital. So far, no details on...
by MBC News | Jun 3, 2020
The La Ronge Ice Wolves are gearing up for the SJHL Bantam Draft. “I think what we’re going to do is try and get four forwards and three defencemen right now unless something else happens with a trade,” said Ice Wolves Head Coach and GM Kevin Kaminski. La Ronge is...
by MBC News | Jun 2, 2020
The travel ban in the entire northwest will be lifted Monday. This comes after the region has had low new COVID-19 cases for quite some time and following an outbreak in La Loche approximately one month ago. Outdoor gatherings will increase to 20 people, with indoor...
by MBC News | Jun 2, 2020
A Sixties Scoop survivor advocate in the province said the federal court decision Monday to approve interim payments to successful claimants is a good thing, as COVID-19 has caused delays in payments and creating financial hardship for survivors. 12,500 applicants...
