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CUPE claims Social Services Minister Terry Jenson won’t meet with them.
MONTRÉAL — Quebec's highest court has ruled that anti-strike-breaker provisions can apply to remote workers in certain circumstances.
The Court of Appeal has overturned a ruling handed down by Quebec Superior Court in 2023 and reinstated a prior decision by the province's administrative labour... Read more
Assiniboia marks Remembrance Day with more than 100 tribute banners, school observances, a legion service and special hockey jerseys.
Estevan police arrested a woman after finding fentanyl during a compliance check. Officers also responded to several other complaints.
OTTAWA — The Manitoba Métis Federation says it's appalled by the lack of Métis-specific funding in Prime Minister Mark Carney's new budget.
While First Nations and Inuit have targeted funding measures in the budget, Métis do not, despite having pressed the government for supports in areas like... Read more
The unanimous decision clears a major municipal hurdle for the project, despite strong opposition from residents and First Nations representatives.
From a new swimming pool to arena upgrades and community spaces, Luseland residents are proving the power of small-town teamwork.
Republican incumbent Jeff Hurd won election Friday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Colorado's 3rd Congressional District, defeating Democrat Dwayne Romero. Hurd was first elected to the House in 2024, representing Colorado’s rural Western Slope. He was a lawyer before entering... Read more
Republican Anthony Constantino wins election to U.S. House in New York’s 21st Congressional District
Republican Anthony Constantino won election Friday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing New York's 21st Congressional District, defeating Democrat Blake Gendebien. Constantino took over his father’s printing business and later founded his own, Sticker Mule. He prominently advertises... Read more
TORONTO — Wayne Gretzky says he backs Canada’s decision to bar Russia from the upcoming world junior hockey championship in Alberta.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said earlier this week Russian and Belarusian athletes will not be permitted to represent their countries on Canadian soil while the... Read more
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies women’s basketball team is ready to enjoy a banner night on Friday.
For a second year in a row, the Huskies will stand together as they watch a U Sports national championship banner raised at the school’s Physical Activity Complex.
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The permits covered a total area of 208,839 hectares, with Millennium Land Ltd. placing the highest bid, offering $1,198,327 for a permit southwest of Moose Jaw.
If there's one player who should be attracting plenty of attention from NFL teams looking to make a playoff push, it's Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor. The question isn't whether Taylor can still be a difference-maker.
CHARLOTTETOWN — Some members of Prince Edward Island's ruling Progressive Conservatives are trying to oust Premier Rob Lantz by triggering a confidence vote less than a year after he officially became party leader.
The potential leadership challenge comes on the eve of a general election scheduled... Read more
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce and SUMA welcomed infrastructure and investment measures but called for further fiscal commitments.
An 18-year-old Yorkton man facing terrorism-related charges was released from custody following a Nov. 5 court appearance.
Dwayne Neapeatung, 22, received a conditional sentence after pleading guilty to arson in the fire that destroyed the Rose Valley Hotel.
People in the Prince Albert and Shellbrook area might spot high-altitude balloons ascending and descending over the coming days as the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency conducts a... Read more
Trade Dispute: Impact on the Prairies.
Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry’s wife Meghan, was arrested Friday morning by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
The people who confirmed his arrest were not authorized to publicly... Read more
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All searches were completed and no injuries were reported. An inspector is on scene to investigate the cause, says RFPS.
Saskatoon sports fans will have the chance to hear from familiar names in baseball and football as a longtime community tradition takes on a new look in 2027.
Remembrance Day service Wednesday, Nov. 11.
How Assiniboia’s hockey season brings community, commerce and hometown pride together.
Darkhorse Theatre is bringing Sandy Toes and Salty Kisses to Shaunavon with dessert, pub-night and dinner theatre performances.
A third straight playoff showdown between the Regina Rams and Saskatchewan Huskies takes place Saturday in Saskatoon, and bragging rights are on the line.
OTTAWA — A quick look at Canada's October employment figures (numbers from the previous month in brackets):
Unemployment rate: 6.7 per cent (6.5)
Employment rate: 60.5 per cent (60.6)
Participation rate: 64.8 per cent (64.8)
Number unemployed: 1,507,700 (1,474,900)
Number working: 21,100,100 (21,... Read more
OTTAWA — The national unemployment rate was 6.7 per cent in October. Statistics Canada also released seasonally adjusted, three-month moving average unemployment rates for major cities. It cautions, however, that the figures may fluctuate widely because they are based on small statistical samples.... Read more
OTTAWA — Canada's national unemployment rate was 6.7 per cent in October. Here are the jobless rates last month by province (numbers from the previous month in brackets):
_ Newfoundland and Labrador 8.7 per cent (9.1)
_ Prince Edward Island 7.4 per cent (7.3)
_ Nova Scotia 6.2 per cent (6.3)
_ New... Read more
Saskatchewan Polytechnic recorded its highest Indigenous student enrolment in five years, with 1,425 students enrolled for fall 2026, up 19 per cent from 2025.
USask researchers use synchrotron light to investigate problems caused by buildup of tiny, solid particles.
They argue that Canada needs the United States more than the U.S. needs Canada.
The unemployment rate rose to 6.7 per cent in October as Statistics Canada says more people were looking for work.
That’s up from 6.5 per cent in September and came alongside a loss of 4,700 jobs in October.
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A Saskatchewan police watchdog agency says two RCMP officers should not face charges after shooting and killing a 19-year-old man in Deschambault Lake last year.
This week, the... Read more
Randy Foulston elected mayor of Maymont.
Sarah Mills says getting older isn’t for the faint of heart, and turning a year older can make a person think about younger years and where the time goes.
The Mills Minute is... Read more
8:30 – Ottawa has unveiled its second federal budget under Prime Minister Mark Carney, with big questions about spending, the deficit, affordability and Canada’s economic future. How much will this budget actually deliver for Canadians, and who stands to benefit? ... Read more