by MBC News | Jan 8, 2016
Construction of a winter ice road in northern Saskatchewan has yet to begin, causing concern for communities depending on the seasonal link to the south. Hatchet Lake Economic Development board chair Edward Benoanie says usually there is about two weeks of -40°C...
by MBC News | Jan 8, 2016
The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations is optimistic the upcoming federal budget will make good on Liberal election promises. Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau indicated Aboriginal people will be a top priority in his upcoming budget. Morneau also...
by MBC News | Jan 8, 2016
A 25-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a death last fall in Regina. Jason Dustin Hotomanie from the Broadview area was scheduled to make a court appearance in Regina this morning. On October 22, police were called to a home in...
by MBC News | Jan 8, 2016
The province’s economy is weathering the economic storm, but it is taking a toll on some sectors. The latest job figures are out today. They show Saskatchewan continues to lead the nation with the lowest unemployment rate in the country at 5.5 per cent....
by MBC News | Jan 7, 2016
Premier Brad Wall addresses reporters at Saskatchewan Legislature. Photo by Manfred Joehnck. Premier Brad Wall takes exception to allegations that Saskatchewan is ignoring Manitoba treaty rights. The allegations come from the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, which says...
by MBC News | Jan 7, 2016
The Kahkewistahaw First Nation has introduced a First Nations Goods and Services Tax. It is known as the Kahkewistahaw Community Improvement Fee, and is being administered by the Canada Revenue Agency. In a release, the band says anyone who acquires a taxable supply...
